Michael Hedges (1953-1997) was a brilliant, unique guitarist. Although sometimes associated with the Windham Hill label and all it implies, Michael doesn't really fit into a box. His music covers a wide range of styles and draws from influences such as Varèse, Webern and Stravinsky; he considered himself a composer who happened to play the guitar.
If you want to hear more of Michael Hedges I recommend the album "Oracle." Here (innerviews.org) is an interview with him from 1990.
