Sponsored by the Guitar Foundation of America: The Guitar Foundation of America’s International Convention & Competitions is an annual event that brings together guitar enthusiasts, professionals, educators, luthiers, vendors, and composers. This convention features performances, workshops, masterclasses, lectures, competitions, vendor exhibition, and more! Whether you’re a professional player or a casual listener, the Guitar Foundation of America Convention offers a comprehensive and engaging experience centered around our beloved instrument. Hosted by Dr. Stephen Mattingly, the 2025 Convention will take place […]]]>
Sponsored by the Guitar Foundation of America: Join us for the 2024 Guitar Foundation of America International Convention and Competitions, hosted by Dr. Douglas Lora at Cal State University Fullerton, CA, from June 17 – 22, 2024. The GFA Convention brings together professionals, learners, artists, and enthusiasts from the classical guitar community. It offers a variety of activities such as workshops, lectures, masterclasses, and private lessons with industry experts. Attendees can explore the vendor expo and luthiers showcase to discover […]]]>
Sponsored by the Guitar Foundation of America: International Convention and Competitions June 19 – 24, 2023 Join us at the fiftieth anniversary Guitar Foundation of America International Convention and Competitions, hosted by Mark Delpriora and David Leisner, at the Manhattan School of Music from June 19–24, 2023. The GFA’s schedule includes a series of technique workshops, lectures, master classes and private lessons unfolding throughout the week; in addition to the vendor expo, luthiers showcase, and the area-specific-track days (Research, Education and Society). […]]]>
Sponsored by the Guitar Foundation of America: International Convention and Competitions June 29 – July 2, 2022 The Guitar Foundation of America is excited to be back in-person for the 2022 Convention and Competitions from June 29 – July 2, 2022 at the University of Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN. This annual event brings together classical guitar masters and enthusiasts from all over the world, including some of the most elite performers of classical guitar. The 2022 GFA International Convention and Competitions […]]]>
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Sponsored by liveonguitar.com: Join a live online session with Ana Vidovic, Irina Kulikova, Artyom Dervoed, Carlotta Dalia, Mateusz Kowalski and Marcin Kuzniar at liveonguitar.com Book your masterclass or private lesson with some of the greatest names of the classical guitar world scene!!! Learn More.]]>
Sponsored by Aquila: Try Aquila Sugar Strings for ¾ and ½ guitars! These strings have both the sweetness and sing-ability of gut, and at the same time the clearness and promptness typical of Fluorocarbon. Even though the surface is extremely smooth, they never feel slippery. Listen to some samples and learn more! Learn More]]>
Sponsored by Cordoba: An alliance of tradition and craft, decades in the making. Handcrafted by a team of elite luthiers in small batches and built in the original style of past masters. The Luthier Select series brings new life to the designs that shaped the nylon string guitar and offers players a chance to enjoy the sound and feel of history’s premier luthiers. Learn More.]]>
Sponsored by Guitar Foundation of America: The 2021 GFA International Convention will be held at Metropolitan State University in Denver from June 21-26 and will be a unique hybrid experience. Come and join us in-person in Denver for safely distanced live concerts, lectures, master classes, technique workshops, and our Vendor Expo. Outdoor evening concerts will feature LAGQ, Grisha, Mak Grgic, Nejc Kuhar, Natalia Lipnitskaya, Johan Smith, and more. We’ll be streaming lectures, technique workshops, master classes, and competitions on our […]]]>
*pictured above: Andrew York talks rhythm with a student* From our friends at Mendocino Guitar Workshop: Given the uncertainties caused by the pandemic, the 2021 Mendocino Summer Guitar Workshop with Alex de Grassi and Sean McGowan and an expanded roster of special guest artists will take place Monday, July 12 to Saturday, July 17 in a special online event! Join us from the convenience of your own home, or wherever you find yourself in mid-July. Learn More.]]>