Join us as we focus on the exciting music, history, and significant performers of the classical guitar. Each meeting will cover the composers who developed the repertoire, moving in chronological order beginning around 1820 and moving to the present day. The solo repertoire will be explored, as well as the development of multiple guitars (duos, quartets), and concertos for guitar and orchestra. Emphasis will be placed on putting this music in context with the wider world of classical/concert music.

Format: Participants will present a composer, with a brief biography, along with a few examples of signature works. A few sessions will be devoted to some of the main performers in the 20th and 21st centuries. For any presentation, no previous musical experience is required. At the end of each session, a playlist of representative works of the composer(s) presented will be sent out. The beginning of each class will include time for discussion/reaction to the previous week’s works. If possible, concert attendance would be an option. Alternatively, online performances, such as via Groupmuse would offer opportunities to see the classical guitar live in real time.

Resources/Expenses: Resources include online journals, YouTube or Soundcloud. There will be in-person concert fees when viewing Groupmuse or other live performances.