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Junior Finals International Youth Competition

Clarke Recital Hall, University of Miami 5501 San Amaro Drive, Coral Gables, FL, United States

The Junior Finals for the GFA International Youth Competition.   International Youth Competition PRIZES Junior Division (Ages 14 & Under) 1st Prize: $1,000* 2nd Prize: $750* 3rd Prize: $500* 4th Prize: $250* Other prizes awarded to all finalists will include: Strings generously donated by D’Addario, Savarez, and Augustine Gift Certificates from Guitar Solo Publications (GSP); […]

Lecture: Michael Kudirka

Foster 239, University of Miami 5501 San Amaro Drive, Coral Gables, FL, United States

In this lecture, Dr. Michael Kudirka discusses Historical Tunings and Temperaments on Guitar: An Introduction to their Realization with Modern Microtonal Fretboards.     Dr. Michael Kudirka received his BM and DMA from the University of Southern California Thornton School of Music where he studied with William Kanengiser, James Smith, and Brian Head, and his MFA […]

Lecture: Federico Sheppard

Foster 206, University of Miami 5501 San Amaro Drive, Coral Gables, FL, United States

In this lecture, Federico "Frederick" Sheppard discusses the discovery and publication of the original Agustin Barrios Method for Guitar, and other original materials.     Luthier Federico Sheppard wears many hats other than building great guitars, which include his unique “Camino” models and replicas of the main concert guitars of Agustín Barrios Mangoré. He hosts […]

GFA Vendor Expo

Fillmore Hall, University of Miami 5501 San Amaro Dr, Coral Gables, FL, 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 […]

IEC Winners’ Concert

Gusman Concert Hall, University of Miami 1314 Miller Drive, Coral Gables, FL, United States

2018 International Ensemble Competition Winners' Concert. The winners of the Guitar Foundation of America's International Ensemble Competition are invited to perform at the next GFA Convention and Competition.     International Ensemble Competition University of Miami | Miami, FL, USA June 20-22, 2019 Eligibility The GFA International Ensemble Competition is comprised of an Artist and […]

Senior Finals International Youth Competition

Gusman Concert Hall, University of Miami 1314 Miller Drive, Coral Gables, FL, United States

The Senior Finals for the Guitar Foundation of America International Youth Competition.   International Youth Competition PRIZES Senior Division (Ages 15–18) 1st Prize: $2,000* 2nd Prize: $1,000* 3rd Prize: $750* 4th Prize: $500* Other prizes awarded to all finalists will include: Strings generously donated by D’Addario, Savarez, and Augustine Gift Certificates from Guitar Solo Publications […]

Masterclass: Manuel Barrueco

Clarke Recital Hall, University of Miami 5501 San Amaro Drive, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Grammy Nominated Manuel Barrueco is internationally recognized as one of the most important guitarists of our time. His unique artistry has been continually described as that of a superb instrumentalist and a superior and elegant musician, possessing a seductive sound and uncommon lyrical gifts. His career has been dedicated to bringing the guitar to the […]

Youth Division Final Round – 2020 Competition

Gusman Concert Hall, University of Miami 1314 Miller Drive, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Youth Division Final Round. 3 competitors will perform 15 minutes of free repertoire, including at least two contrasting works.

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Open Division Final Round – 2020 Competition

Final Round: Final Round: 3 competitors will perform 20 minutes of free repertoire. Must include at least two (2) contrasting works and one composition of at least five (5) minutes length that has not been played in the previous rounds.

Irina Kulikova

Clarke Recital Hall, University of Miami 5501 San Amaro Drive, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Unanimously acclaimed for the rare beauty of her tone and her enchanting presence on stage, Irina Kulikova has established herself as one of today’s leading guitarists. Soundboard Magazine wrote: "Some of the most sheerly beautiful playing I have ever heard." Irina Kulikova returns to the Florida Guitar Foundation series and will close the FGF's 2020 Classical Guitar Competition.