Sandy Ortega‘s musical work is a tale of passion and dedication. A guitarist, composer, and performer with roots in the classical-gypsy tradition of Spanish guitar, Sandy Ortega ‘s music combines centuries of classical technique with his own voice. His piece #33, “Dulce Miel,” is an exemplar of his genius—a bittersweet work that owes its existence to Spain’s grand cultural tradition.

Sandy’s music is firmly grounded in his own heritage as a Spanish-Andalusian New Yorker. Based on the tradition of the gypsy music of the past, his music takes its listeners on a journey through Spain’s poetic landscapes, reminding them as much of the devastation wrought by the Spanish Inquisition as of the beauty and resilience of the Spanish people. His performances are a living embodiment of this legacy, poured into every note he plays on his guitar.

The GoFundMe campaign to assist Sandy in his musical pursuits has taken off in a big way, and much of it is thanks to the generosity of Sandy’s parish and community. His parish, initiated by his priest and his wife, was at the forefront of bringing the campaign to life, and Sandy’s parishioners have been equally gracious, donating and sharing to assist. By contributing to this GoFundMe, Sandy’s fans can help him achieve his life’s ambition of performing at prestigious concert halls like Carnegie Hall, Sony Hall, or Le Poisson Rouge.

The Shrine‘s allegiance to his music is now a permanent element of Sandy’s success story, giving him a channel to expose his talent to an open-ended audience. Sandy’s upcoming performance at The Shrine on May 6th at 7-8 PM will be another milestone in his rising career. His melodic and smooth Spanish guitar will serenade the grounds, offering a brief respite and moment of musical excellence to everyone present.

For those who are so inclined to help Sandy along the way, his GoFundMe page is now active. By donating, contributors are quite literally helping to shape the trajectory of Sandy’s career, making sure that his virtuosity will be heard in concert halls around the globe.

To contribute and help aid Sandy and his music, go to his GoFundMe page.