Tyrol

The British music scene produces more than its share of homegrown talent these days, young players who for the most part emerge from the country's music colleges into the professional scene and then, not content with waiting for the phone to ring, go out and create many of their own gigging and recording opportunities. It's a scene that, perhaps because of this can-do attitude, attracts many additional players from around the globe. One such performer is the Austrian guitarist Hannes Riepler, who arrived in London in 2006. The Brave, his debut as a leader, features original tunes recorded in April, 2010 and played with the kind of panache that marks him out as one of the most enjoyable guitarists on the contemporary scene.

Stunning Alpine landscapes, sparkling lakes, art-filled palaces - Austria is a blend of pristine nature and high culture. Whether you want to hike in the alps, visit remarkably well-preserved medieval towns or simply indulge in Vienna's decadent café culture, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that Austria has to offer.