Lively Arts: Sergio and Odair Assad, guitar

Two shows: 2:30 pm and 8 pm

Two people, four hands, one mind.

Brazilian-born brothers Sergio and Odair Assad captivate listeners with spectacular synchronicity. An instant sellout during their last Lively Arts visit, the Washington Post decreed these Grammy-winners "the best two-guitar team in existence, maybe even in history." The energized wizardry of lighting-fast fingers and near telepathic communication creates an artistry Rhythm characterizes as "an elegant sound that gathers heat and immediacy from the stunning virtuosity of the players." Celebrated for the diversity of their work, the Assads' program showcases their daring flexibility and promises to pack the house with devoted fans and envious guitarists.