Lecture: Marco Sartor
Foster 206, University of Miami 5501 San Amaro Drive, Coral Gables, FL, United StatesIn this lecture, Dr. Marco Sartor discusses Personalized Guitar Fingerings Born in Montevideo, Uruguay, Marco Sartor is a top prize winner in numerous international competitions, and has performed solo and chamber music recitals in three continents to critical and public acclaim. He has appeared with orchestras such as the Allentown Symphony, Virginia Symphony, […]
Inside the Artistry of Yamandu Costa
Gusman Concert Hall, University of Miami 1314 Miller Drive, Coral Gables, FL, United StatesInside the Artistry of Yamandu Costa: An evening of conversation and performance with Yamandu Costa and Shelly Berg. Get Tickets
Ewa Jabłczyńska Technique Workshop
Gusman Concert Hall, University of Miami 1314 Miller Drive, Coral Gables, FL, United StatesEwa Jabłczyńska began playing the guitar at the age of 7. In 2007 Jabłczyńska graduated with honors in Katowice Music Academy Karl Szymanowski led by prof. Alina Gruszka. Ewa holds a Habilitation degree in Guitar Performance and is currently teaching at the Institute of Music of Jan Długosz University in Częstochowa, Poland. Jabłczyńska is a laureate […]
Lecture: Robert Trent
Foster 206, University of Miami 5501 San Amaro Drive, Coral Gables, FL, United StatesIn this lecture, Dr. Robert Trent discusses the question “Can I improvise in Classic/Romantic Music? An introduction to Interpretation and improvisation in guitar music of the early nineteenth-century.” Classical Guitar soloist, performer of chamber music and concerti, Robert Trent has performed on the continents of North and South America and in Europe. Dr. Trent […]
Lecture: Andrew Leonard and Matt Pidgeon
Foster 206, University of Miami 5501 San Amaro Drive, Coral Gables, FL, United StatesIn this lecture, Andrew Leonard and Matt Pidgeon discuss The Pain Free Guitarist: Prevention & Recovery Andrew Leonard Classical Guitarist Andrew Leonard has been called a "guitar phenomenon” by the Portland, Phoenix and his playing has been referred to as "spirited and convincing" in Soundboard Magazine and "inspiring...effortless style" in Northeast Performer. At age twelve, Andrew received his first guitar […]
GFA Vendor Expo
Fillmore Hall, University of Miami 5501 San Amaro Dr, Coral Gables, FL, United StatesCome 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 […]
Luthier Showcase at the GFA
Clarke Recital Hall, University of Miami 5501 San Amaro Drive, Coral Gables, FL, United StatesCome listen to the assorted guitars on offer by the Luthiers and vendors exhibiting at this year's GFA. Compare their tones and volume in the intimate Clarke Recital Hall at the University of Miami.
Youth Guitar Orchestra Rehearsal
University of Miami 1314 Miller Drive, Coral Gables, FL, United StatesThis year, The GFA Youth Guitar Orchestra will perform a world premiere by popular UK composer Mark Houghton, his latest Guitarchestra No. 10, to open the evening concert of Marcin Dylla on Wednesday June 19, 2019. The Youth Guitar Orchestra is open to all registrants 18 or younger. Music will be distributed to participants at least one month prior […]
Raphaella Smits
Gusman Concert Hall, University of Miami 1314 Miller Drive, Coral Gables, FL, United StatesRaphaella 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 […]
Lecture: Thomas Kikta
Foster 206, University of Miami 5501 San Amaro Drive, Coral Gables, FL, United StatesIn this lecture, Thomas Kikta discusses Mindful Learning in Practice and Performance As a Classical Guitarist, Vocalist, Composer, Pedagogue, Producer, Audio Engineer and Author Thomas Kikta is a versatile artist who has been the director of the Classical Guitar and Recording Arts and Sciences at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, PA. for thirty years. […]
