Florida Guitar Foundation

Master Class: Kupiński Guitar Duo
2018-12-07 17:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Broby Hall, University of Miami, Foster Building, Coral Gables, FL, 33146, United States
Kupiński Guitar Duo is leading a Master Class FREE and Open to the Public.

Open Mic Night
2018-12-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Miami Conservatory of Music, 2911 Grand Ave, Ste 400A, Coconut Grove, FL, 33133, United States
The Florida Guitar Foundation is inviting all guitarists in the community to our next Open Mic.
Friday, December 14, at 7:00pm
We are always looking for volunteers who would like to perform. If you are interested, please contact us at info@floridaguitarfoundation.org.
This event is open to the public at no charge. The idea is to offer a friendly environment for performers and a forum where we can discuss guitar related subjects with all participants.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Miami Conservatory of Music
Mayfair Center
2911 Grand Ave Suite 400-A
Miami, FL 33133

Open Mic Night
2019-01-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Miami Conservatory of Music, 2911 Grand Ave, Ste 400A, Coconut Grove, FL, 33133, United States
The Florida Guitar Foundation is inviting all guitarists in the community to our next Open Mic.
Friday, January 11, at 7:00pm
We are always looking for volunteers who would like to perform. If you are interested, please contact us at info@floridaguitarfoundation.org.
This event is open to the public at no charge. The idea is to offer a friendly environment for performers and a forum where we can discuss guitar related subjects with all participants.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Miami Conservatory of Music
Mayfair Center
2911 Grand Ave Suite 400-A
Miami, FL 33133

Open Mic Night
2019-02-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Miami Conservatory of Music, 2911 Grand Ave, Ste 400A, Coconut Grove, FL, 33133, United States
The Florida Guitar Foundation is inviting all guitarists in the community to our next Open Mic.
Friday, February 8, at 7:00pm
We are always looking for volunteers who would like to perform. If you are interested, please contact us at info@floridaguitarfoundation.org.
This event is open to the public at no charge. The idea is to offer a friendly environment for performers and a forum where we can discuss guitar related subjects with all participants.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Miami Conservatory of Music
Mayfair Center
2911 Grand Ave Suite 400-A
Miami, FL 33133

Open Mic Night
2019-03-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Miami Conservatory of Music, 2911 Grand Ave, Ste 400A, Coconut Grove, FL, 33133, United States
The Florida Guitar Foundation is inviting all guitarists in the community to our next Open Mic.
Friday, March 8, at 7:00pm
We are always looking for volunteers who would like to perform. If you are interested, please contact us at info@floridaguitarfoundation.org.
This event is open to the public at no charge. The idea is to offer a friendly environment for performers and a forum where we can discuss guitar related subjects with all participants.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Miami Conservatory of Music
Mayfair Center
2911 Grand Ave Suite 400-A
Miami, FL 33133

Florida Guitar Foundation International Guitar Competition
2019-03-16 - 2019-03-17 | University of Miami, 1314 Miller Drive, Coral Gables, FL, 33146, United States
The Florida Guitar Foundation is inviting all up-and-coming guitar professionals to enter the FGF’s 2019 International Classical Guitar Competition.
Participation Fee: $90
There are Open and Youth Divisions for competitors, based on age.
Competitors will be evaluated on their technique, musicianship, and overall presentation. Judges’ comments will not be made available to competitors. Competitors are encouraged to inquire for comments from the judges directly only after the competition has ended.
Choice of music is entirely at the discretion of the competitor. All music must be performed from memory. A competitor may perform the same or different music from round to round without penalty. It is expected that every competitor’s choice of music fits within the time allowed for each round. If a competitor exceeds the given time allotted, that competitor will be asked to stop but at no penalty to his/her evaluation. All judges’ decisions are final.
Registration covers one (1) entry to the competition, master classes, and admission to performances by Pavel Steidl, and Aniello Desiderio.
By entering and by your presence here, you consent to be photographed, filmed and/or otherwise recorded. Your entry constitutes your consent to such photography, filming and/or recording and to any use, in any and all media by the Florida Guitar Foundation.
All master classes and competition events are free and open to the public. Due to limited space, not every student will have the opportunity to perform in masterclasses with the guest artists. Performing students will be chosen by random drawing.
Per U.S. IRS regulations, prizes awarded to non-U.S. citizens may be subject to tax withholding, dependent upon current tax treaty between the U.S. and the winner’s country of citizenship. U.S. citizens who are awarded prizes will not have tax withheld, and will receive an IRS Form 1099 from the Florida Guitar Foundation at the end of the year if the total of earnings are $600 or more.
No refunds.
Winners will receive prize money and gift bags from our sponsors.
For more information, and to enter the competition, please visit the Competition page here.

The competition features two showcase evening concerts by Pavel Steidl (March 16, 2019 at 8:00pm) and Aniello Desiderio (March 17, 2019 at 8:00pm).

Event Schedule
Saturday, March 16, 2019
Open Competition Wave 1: 11:30am – 1:10pm
Master Class with Aniello Desiderio: 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Open Competition Wave 2: 2:00pm – 3:40pm
Open Competition Wave 3: 4:30pm – 6:10pm
Youth Competition 1st Round: 4:30pm – 6:30pm
Pavel Steidl Concert: 8:00pm – 10:00pm
Sunday, March 17, 2019
Open Competition Semifinals: 11:30am – 1:00pm
Master Class with Pavel Steidl: 1:30pm – 3:30pm
Youth Finals: 3:45pm – 4:30pm
Open Competition Finals: 5:00pm – 6:30pm
Aniello Desiderio Concert: 8:00pm – 10:00pm
Winners will be announced during the Aniello Desidero Concert

Open Mic Night
2019-04-12 19:00 - 21:30 | Miami Conservatory of Music, 2911 Grand Ave, Ste 400A, Coconut Grove, FL, 33133, United States
The Florida Guitar Foundation is inviting all guitarists in the community to our next Open Mic.
Friday, April 12, at 7:00pm
We are always looking for volunteers who would like to perform. If you are interested, please contact us at info@floridaguitarfoundation.org.
This event is open to the public at no charge. The idea is to offer a friendly environment for performers and a forum where we can discuss guitar related subjects with all participants.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Miami Conservatory of Music
Mayfair Center
2911 Grand Ave Suite 400-A
Miami, FL 33133

Guitar Foundation of America Convention & Competition
2019-06-17 - 2019-06-22 | University of Miami, 1314 Miller Drive, Coral Gables, FL, 33146, United States
Bienvenidos a Miami!
The GFA will be joining us at the University of Miami’s Frost School of Music June 17-22, 2019. Check back here for updates.
Local hosts: Dr. Federico Musgrove-Stetson and Prof. and Program Director Rafael Padron
Featured Artists Include:
Manuel Barrueco
Brasil Duo
Marcin Dylla
Lukasz Kuropaczewski
Duo Amaral
Petrit Ceku
Zoran Dukic
Les Freres Meduses
Iliana Matos
Raphaella Smits
Laura Snowden
Rafael Padron
Irina Kulikova

GFA Vendor Expo
2019-06-19 10:00 - 16:00, 2019-06-20 10:00 - 16:00, 2019-06-21 10:00 - 16:00 | Fillmore Hall, University of Miami, 5501 San Amaro Dr, Coral Gables, FL, 33146, United States
Come check out the vendors at Guitar Foundation of America Convention! The Vendor Expo will take place in the Henry Fillmore Band and Nancy Greene Halls at the University of Miami Frost School of Music.
Vendors include:

MicroTōne GuitarsProductions d’OZ/Doberman
Sean Spurling Guitars
Kevin J. Cope
Vicente Carrillo Guitars
Editions Henry Lemoine
Wiseman Cases
Ubach Method for Guitar
Thomas Baldwin Guitars
Wood Ring Guitars
Dogal Strings
Lubos Naprstek, Luthier
Garrett Lee, Luthier
Sean Spurling, Luthier

Bill Glez GuitarsTraphagen Guitars
Cadiz Guitars
Rokkomann, Inc.
Reverie Classical Guitars
Vincent Xu, Luthier
Yanlei, Luthier
David Chaves, Luthier
The FJH Music Company Inc.
Sean Spurling Guitar Maker
Gregory Byers, Luthier
Hill Guitar Company
Kopecky Guitars
Kris Barnett Guitars

Educators' Happy Hour
2019-06-19 18:00 - 20:00
Come join us in fraternizing and networking at the GFA Educators’ Happy Hour.
Location TBD.

Youth Social
2019-06-20 18:00 - 19:30 | Foster 239, University of Miami, 5501 San Amaro Drive, Coral Gables, FL, 33146, United States
A chance for the youth attending and competing at this year’s Guitar Foundation of America Convention and Competition to socialize and network, in a mock Happy Hour setting.

Masterclass: Raphaella Smits
2019-06-21 13:30 - 15:30 | Clarke Recital Hall, University of Miami, 5501 San Amaro Drive, Coral Gables, FL, 33146, United States
Raphaella Smits plays worldwide in her unique way on eight-string guitars and historical instruments. Recognized as ‘an uncommonly musical guitarist’ (Tim Page, New York Times), she always commits to the soul of the music. Her solo recitals as well as her performances with the most distinguished colleagues always meet enthusiastic audiences and press. In addition to her stage-work, Raphaella Smits has also made 21 recordings.
Raphaella Smits is internationally praised as an inspiring teacher for both guitar and chamber music. In addition to her chair at the Lemmens Institute in Belgium, she regularly gives master-classes in West and East Europe, in North and South America and in Japan.
Smits plays with more heart than anybody should be allowed to have.
Tom Chandler, Classical Guitar Corner.
Today Raphaella Smits is called ‘une Grande Musicienne’ and ‘one of the most delicate and most cultivated performers of our time’ (Jean Bernard, Diapason, FR).

Irina Kulikova Technique Workshop
2019-06-22 09:00 - 21:50 | Gusman Concert Hall, University of Miami, 1314 Miller Drive, Coral Gables, FL, 33146, United States
Irina Kulikova tours far afield, with appearances at leading festivals in Europe, North America and Asia and in concert halls such as the Amsterdam Concertgebouw, the Tchaikovsky Hall in Moscow, the Academic Capella in St. Petersburg, Schloss Mirabell in Salzburg, the Palau de la Musica in Valencia, the Musashino Hall in Tokyo and the Oriental Arts Center in Shanghai.
She received over 30 awards for her artistry, including 1st prizes at the highly prestigious competitions of Michele Pittaluga in Italy, Guitarra Alhambra in Spain, Forum Gitarre Wien in Austria and Iserlohn in Germany.
With the rare beauty of her tone and and her enchanting presence on stage, Irina Kulikova catches the hearts of audiences across the globe. She belongs to that class of musicians that profoundly move people with the purity of their performance.
Some of the most sheerly beautiful playing I have ever heard
-Soundboard Magazine, Al Kunze

Open Mic Night and FGF Ensemble Recital
2019-12-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Miami Conservatory of Music, 2911 Grand Ave, Ste 400A, Coconut Grove, FL, 33133, United States
The Florida Guitar Foundation is inviting all guitarists in the community to our next Open Mic.
Join us once again for our monthly classical guitar open mic session! This event is free and open to the public and all are welcome. Whether you are an enthusiast, a beginner, or just love music, we’d love to see you in the audience. This Open Mic Night will feature a performance by the Florida Guitar Foundation’s Guitar Ensemble, conducted by Dr. Corey Harvin.
If you play classical guitar or another similar fingerstyle, we invite you to bring your instrument and get on stage! We have had a lot of great impromptu performances in the past. Our audiences create a supportive, low-pressure environment in which to hone your performance skills or try out that new piece you’ve been working on.
If you know someone who would like to come, share this event! We hope to see you there!
We are always looking for volunteers who would like to perform. If you are interested, please contact us at info@floridaguitar.org.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Open Mic Night
2020-01-10 19:00 - 21:00, 2020-02-07 19:00 - 21:00, 2020-03-20 19:00 - 21:00, 2020-04-10 19:00 - 21:00, 2020-06-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Miami Conservatory of Music, 2911 Grand Ave, Ste 400A, Coconut Grove, FL, 33133, United States
The Florida Guitar Foundation is inviting all guitarists in the community to our next Open Mic.
Join us once again for our monthly classical guitar open mic session! This event is free and open to the public and all are welcome. Whether you are an enthusiast, a beginner, or just love music, we’d love to see you in the audience.
If you play classical guitar or another similar fingerstyle, we invite you to bring your instrument and get on stage! We have had a lot of great impromptu performances in the past. Our audiences create a supportive, low-pressure environment in which to hone your performance skills or try out that new piece you’ve been working on.
If you know someone who would like to come, share this event! We hope to see you there!
We are always looking for volunteers who would like to perform. If you are interested, please contact us at info@floridaguitar.org.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Music Memorization for the Classical Guitarist - Lecture
2020-03-14 17:00 - 18:00 | Clarke Recital Hall, University of Miami, 5501 San Amaro Drive, Coral Gables, FL, 33146, United States

Virtual Open Mic
2020-06-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Virtual Zoom Room
Virtual Open Mic
Friday, June 19, 2020
7 – 9 PM
Our open mics are back!
Our open mic night is back and we cannot be more excited about it! We will now meet virtually via zoom and will have two different rooms for you, one for music performance, and another one for attendees to hang out and catch up. The event is free and open to the public, but it requires registration. If you would like to attend, please fill out the form below, and if you are planning to play something, please include that information as well. All spots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. We will e-mail you a zoom invite.

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Virtual Open Mic
2020-08-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Virtual Zoom Room
Virtual Open Mic
Friday, July 17, 2020
7 – 9 PM
Our open mics are back!
Our Open Mics are back! We are now meeting virtually on zoom and we have been extremely fortunate to host performers and audiences from all over the world. Join us for another evening of great music and company. Need help? We will help you set up your equipment for optimal sound!
The event is free and open to everyone, but it requires registration. If you would like to attend, please send us a message, and if you are planning to play something, please include that information as well. All spots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Once we receive your request, we will send you a zoom invite.

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Virtual Open Mic
2020-09-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Virtual Zoom Room
Virtual Open Mic
Friday, July 17, 2020
7 – 9 PM
Our open mics are back!
Our Open Mics are back! We are now meeting virtually on zoom and we have been extremely fortunate to host performers and audiences from all over the world. Join us for another evening of great music and company. Need help? We will help you set up your equipment for optimal sound!
The event is free and open to everyone, but it requires registration. If you would like to attend, please send us a message, and if you are planning to play something, please include that information as well. All spots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Once we receive your request, we will send you a zoom invite.

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Open Mic at the Coral Gables Museum
2021-03-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Ave, Coral Gables, FL, 33134, United States
Live Open Mic during Twilight Fridays at the Coral Gables Museum
March 5th, 6 – 8 PM
It’s been a year since our last in-person event, and guess what? We are thrilled to announce that we have partnered with the Coral Gables Museum to host our Open Mics! Yes, the Florida Guitar Foundation’s in-person Open Mic is back! Beginning on March 5th, the Coral Gables Museum will open its doors to the public for free from 6-8 pm each first Friday of the month, and our open mics will take place during these Twilight Fridays. ⁠Come on out and enjoy live music, the museum’s exhibitions, and a cash bar for your Friday night plans!
The Florida Guitar Foundation is inviting all guitarists in the community to our next Open Mic. Join us once again for our monthly classical guitar open mic session! This event is free and open to the public and all are welcome. Whether you are an enthusiast, a beginner, or just love music, we’d love to see you in the audience.
If you play classical guitar or another similar fingerstyle, we invite you to bring your instrument and get on stage! We have had a lot of great impromptu performances in the past. Our audiences create a supportive, low-pressure environment in which to hone your performance skills or try out that new piece you’ve been working on. If you know someone who would like to come, share this event! We hope to see you there!
Not ready to join us in-person? Don’t worry, we will continue the virtual component of our open mics and you can join us via zoom. If you would like to join the zoom call, please fill out the form below and ask for the link, we will send you the invite on the day of the event.
Our Open Mic is presented in partnership with the Coral Gables Museum.

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Open Mic at the Coral Gables Museum
2021-04-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Ave, Coral Gables, FL, 33134, United States
Live Open Mic during Twilight Fridays at the Coral Gables Museum
April 2, 6 – 8 PM

We are thrilled to announce that we have partnered with the Coral Gables Museum to host our Open Mics! Yes, the Florida Guitar Foundation’s in-person Open Mics are back! The Coral Gables Museum will open its doors to the public for free from 6-8 pm each first Friday of the month, and our open mics will take place during these Twilight Fridays. ⁠Come on out and enjoy live music, the museum’s exhibitions, and a cash bar for your Friday night plans!
The Florida Guitar Foundation is inviting all guitarists in the community to our next Open Mic. Join us once again for our monthly classical guitar open mic sessions! These events are free, open to the public and all are welcome. Whether you are an enthusiast, a beginner, or just love music, plan to join us!
If you play classical guitar or another similar fingerstyle, we invite you to bring your instrument and get on stage! We have had a lot of great impromptu performances in the past. Our audiences create a supportive, low-pressure environment in which to hone your performance skills or try out that new piece you’ve been working on. If you know someone who would like to come, share this event! We hope to see you there!
Not ready to join us in-person? Don’t worry, we will continue the virtual component of our open mics and you can join us via zoom. If you would like to join the zoom call, please register below and we’ll send you a Zoom link.
Our Open Mics are presented in partnership with the Coral Gables Museum.

Register

May Open Mic Night
2021-05-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Ave, Coral Gables, FL, 33134, United States
Live Open Mic during Twilight Fridays at the Coral Gables Museum
May 7, 6 – 8 PM

We are thrilled to announce that we have partnered with the Coral Gables Museum to host our Open Mics! Yes, the Florida Guitar Foundation’s in-person Open Mics are back! The Coral Gables Museum will open its doors to the public for free from 6-8 pm each first Friday of the month, and our open mics will take place during these Twilight Fridays. ⁠Come on out and enjoy live music, the museum’s exhibitions, and a cash bar for your Friday night plans!
The Florida Guitar Foundation is inviting all guitarists in the community to our next Open Mic. Join us once again for our monthly classical guitar open mic sessions! These events are free, open to the public and all are welcome. Whether you are an enthusiast, a beginner, or just love music, plan to join us!
If you play classical guitar or another similar fingerstyle, we invite you to bring your instrument and get on stage! We have had a lot of great impromptu performances in the past. Our audiences create a supportive, low-pressure environment in which to hone your performance skills or try out that new piece you’ve been working on. If you know someone who would like to come, share this event! We hope to see you there!
Not ready to join us in-person? Don’t worry, we will continue the virtual component of our open mics and you can join us via zoom. If you would like to join the zoom call, please register below and we’ll send you a Zoom link.
Our Open Mics are presented in partnership with the Coral Gables Museum.

Register

June Open Mic Night
2021-06-04 18:00 | Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Ave, Coral Gables, FL, 33134, United States
Live Open Mic during Twilight Fridays at the Coral Gables Museum
June 4, 6 – 8 PM

We are thrilled to announce that we have partnered with the Coral Gables Museum to host our Open Mics! Yes, the Florida Guitar Foundation’s in-person Open Mics are back! The Coral Gables Museum will open its doors to the public for free from 6-8 pm each first Friday of the month, and our open mics will take place during these Twilight Fridays. ⁠Come on out and enjoy live music, the museum’s exhibitions, and a cash bar for your Friday night plans!
The Florida Guitar Foundation is inviting all guitarists in the community to our next Open Mic. Join us once again for our monthly classical guitar open mic sessions! These events are free, open to the public and all are welcome. Whether you are an enthusiast, a beginner, or just love music, plan to join us!
If you play classical guitar or another similar fingerstyle, we invite you to bring your instrument and get on stage! We have had a lot of great impromptu performances in the past. Our audiences create a supportive, low-pressure environment in which to hone your performance skills or try out that new piece you’ve been working on. If you know someone who would like to come, share this event! We hope to see you there!
Not ready to join us in-person? Don’t worry, we will continue the virtual component of our open mics and you can join us via zoom. If you would like to join the zoom call, please register below and we’ll send you a Zoom link.
Our Open Mics are presented in partnership with the Coral Gables Museum.

Register

July Open Mic Night
2021-07-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Ave, Coral Gables, FL, 33134, United States
Live Open Mic during Twilight Fridays at the Coral Gables Museum
July 2, 6 – 8 PM

We are thrilled to announce that we have partnered with the Coral Gables Museum to host our Open Mics! Yes, the Florida Guitar Foundation’s in-person Open Mics are back! The Coral Gables Museum will open its doors to the public for free from 6-8 pm each first Friday of the month, and our open mics will take place during these Twilight Fridays. ⁠Come on out and enjoy live music, the museum’s exhibitions, and a cash bar for your Friday night plans!
The Florida Guitar Foundation is inviting all guitarists in the community to our next Open Mic. Join us once again for our monthly classical guitar open mic sessions! These events are free, open to the public and all are welcome. Whether you are an enthusiast, a beginner, or just love music, plan to join us!
If you play classical guitar or another similar fingerstyle, we invite you to bring your instrument and get on stage! We have had a lot of great impromptu performances in the past. Our audiences create a supportive, low-pressure environment in which to hone your performance skills or try out that new piece you’ve been working on. If you know someone who would like to come, share this event! We hope to see you there!
Not ready to join us in person? Don’t worry, we will continue the virtual component of our open mics and you can join us via zoom. If you would like to join the zoom call, please register below and we’ll send you a Zoom link.
Register

Our Open Mics are presented in partnership with the Coral Gables Museum.
