Vojin Kocić, a versatile classical guitarist, captivates audiences with his musicality, expressive playing, and profound interpretations of guitar repertoire spanning from the Renaissance to contemporary works of the 21st century. Critics have awarded him the title “Master of Gentle Tones,” recognizing his ability to evoke subtle and nuanced emotions through his instrument (SRF, Switzerland). His technical virtuosity, artistic maturity, and bold interpretations have earned him enthusiastic reviews, impressed competition juries, and secured invitations to collaborate with numerous distinguished orchestras, composers, conductors, and musicians.

Norbert Kraft, recording producer for Naxos Records and Grammy Award winner, praised the “warmth and passion” in his playing and described him as “an excellent guitarist.” American Record Guide called him “a born competition winner destined for an outstanding career” after a series of 20 victories at international competitions. Among these, his 2014 win at the Credit Suisse Young Artist Award stands out, earning him his debut at the Lucerne Festival in 2015 and making him the first guitarist in history to receive this prestigious prize.

The Serbian-Swiss guitarist achieved his international breakthrough in 2017 and 2018 by winning the International Guitar Festival and Competition Heinsberg and the 51st Concorso Internazionale di Chitarra Classica Michele Pittaluga. These accomplishments opened new doors for Kocić, enabling him to record two albums within just one year for Naxos, under the supervision of Norbert Kraft. In 2019, he embarked on an extensive concert tour, performing in prestigious halls and festivals including “Guitar Virtuosi” at the Tchaikovsky Concert Hall, the Verbier Festival, and “Music Olympus” at the Capella Hall, among others.

Released in 2019, Kocić’s debut album opens with his impressive arrangement of Bach’s Partita No. 2 in D minor, BWV 1004, by Johann Sebastian Bach, a composer whose music particularly fascinates him. The album spans repertoire from the Baroque to contemporary music and includes compelling works for guitar by Manuel Ponce, Giulio Regondi, and Marek Pasieczny, faithfully reflecting Kocić’s musical taste. His second Naxos album, released the same year, reflects his desire to revive the legacy and diversity of three generations of Spanish composers — Isaac Albéniz, José Marín, and Juan Manén — as well as the strong connection he feels to the deep Iberian musical imagination and cultural heritage. Both albums received critical acclaim for their technical brilliance and emotionally compelling interpretations.