Playing A Literal Flying V With ANDREA KRAKOVSKA

Interview by Kris Peters
If you think you've seen everything live music has to offer, think
again. On July 5, Brisbane audiences are in for a jaw-dropping
experience as Andrea Krakovská, Australia's very own aerial
guitarist, brings her gravity-defying show to the Arcana Empress
Theatre in Moorooka.
Combining the technical mastery of live electric guitar with
breathtaking aerial acrobatics, Andrea Krakovská has carved out a
completely unique space in the world of performance. Suspended
mid-air, she shreds powerful solos while spinning, soaring and
twisting through space. The show is a visual and sonic spectacle
that is truly unlike anything else you've seen before.
Fresh from wowing crowds across Sydney and Melbourne, Andrea's
Aerial Guitar Show is part rock concert, part aerial artistry, and
all heart. This is no ordinary gig; it's a full-body performance
that pushes the boundaries of what live music can be.
For one night only, Brisbane fans have the chance to witness this
one-of-a-kind talent up close. Whether you're a fellow guitarist,
music lover, circus arts enthusiast, or simply looking for
something unforgettable to do on a Saturday night, this is a show
you do not want to miss. HEAVY sat down for a chat with Andrea to
take us deeper inside the art of the flying guitar.
"The way that I've been describing the show to people is two ways,"
she began. "Either I say to them, think of it as going to see a
guitarist like Joe Satriani or Steve Vai or Nita Strauss, but
imagine that during parts of the show, instead of just staying on
the ground the whole time, they will climb up a rope and do some
guitar solos in midair. Or the other way that I describe it to
people is to think about a Pink concert, and you know how she does
the air tricks in her show? Imagine if Pink was a heavy metal
guitarist? But the best way to describe it, honestly, is for you to
just see the show for yourself. It is hard to really explain the
magnitude of the whole show in words, but it really is a visual
experience."
In the full interview, we discussed Andrea's upcoming aerial guitar
performance at the Arcana Empress Theatre in Brisbane on July 5 in
more detail. She described her innovative act, which combines
original compositions and covers, and walked us through the
processes and any safety concerns people might have.
The logistical challenges of playing guitar while suspended were
also highlighted, showcasing the uniqueness of her performance
style. Andrea recalled her training in both components,
highlighting which she favours and which is the hardest to do,
where the initial idea came from, how much training and practice
goes into each performance and more.


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