"With a sound that commands attention from the first note, Laura Lootens has emerged as one of the most exciting voices of the classical guitar. Her performances fuse fearless virtuosity with an impressive stage presence that is poised and dramatic, yet intensely communicative, drawing audiences into the instrument’s kaleidoscopic colours and limitless expressive possibilities.

Every gesture carries emotional weight and a sense of theatre. At the heart of her artistry lies a fascination with contrast: for Lootens, tension and release are the lifeblood of music, the forces that create depth and keep listeners on edge."