BGFest XVIII Programs Young Guitarists Workshop

Fun-for-all! individual and group instructed, performance oppotunities (ages 6 - 15)

 

The BGFest Young Guitarists Workshop (YGW) provides students ages 6 to 15 the opportunity to participate in classes focused on guitar fundamentals, including improvisation and composition. 

YGW 2023 features expert faculty members including Thatcher Harrison (BGFest 2020 First Prize Competition winner) and Alexander Romanov (BM, NEC 2021). We hope to see you this summer!

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: JUNE 1ST, 2023

For more information about YGW please contact Ceili Connors: [email protected]

Preliminary Schedule

Wednesday 6/28
4:00 – 4:30 – Registration
4:30 – 5:00 – Meet & Greet
5:00 – 6:00 – Guitar Ensemble
6:00 – 7:00 – Workshop

Thursday 6/29
4:00 – 5:00 – Flamenco Workshop
5:00 – 6:00 – Guitar Ensemble
6:00 – 7:00 – Lessons (Round Robin Masterclasses)

Friday 6/30
4:00 – 5:00 – Guitar Ensemble
5:00 – 6:00 – Workshop
6:00 – 7:00 – Lessons/Workshop

Saturday 7/1
10:00 – 11:00 – Workshop 
11:00 – 12:00 – Composition Workshop
12:00 – 12:30 – In class performances
12:30 – 1:30 – Lunch Break
1:30 – 2:30 – Guitar Ensemble
2:30 – 3:30 – Lessons (Round Robin Masterclasses)

Sunday 7/2
10:00 – 11:00: Field Trip
11:00 – 12:30 – Field Trip/Ensemble
12:30- 1:30 – Lunch
 1:30 – 2:30 – Closing Performances / Open Mic
 2:30 – 3:00 – Dress Rehersal Performances / Open Mic
 3:00 – 6:00 – Participant Concert & Closing Reception

Young Guitarists' Workshop Group Classes

The Art of Improvisation

Colombian-born Lautaro Mantilla continues his popular improvisation and Latin rhythm workshops.

Dr. Lautaro Mantilla

Composer / Guitarist

Composition

Have you ever wanted to write your own music but did not know where to start? Thatcher Harrison:“We will help students create beautiful music out of thin air.” 

Practice for Fun

Alex Romanov explores new ways to have fun and  stay motivated while practicing effectively

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