The Vancouver Classic Guitar Society and the Vancouver Public Library invite you to the final Staircase Sounds concert of the season, featuring three of Canada’s - and BC’s - most talented classical guitarists, Adrian Verdejo, Michael Dias and Michael Kolk. Enjoy early music, Spanish and Latin-American guitar favorites, and new cutting-edge works.

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The MacManus Guitar Competition is a new international classical guitar competition established to discover and support the next generation of world-class artists.

Presented as part of the MacManus Guitar Festival in Seattle, the event will be held at Town Hall Seattle, WA from June 12–14, 2026.

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Get ready to pluck, socialize, and connect as the VCGS monthly social is just around the corner!

This special event is exclusively for VCGS volunteers, with any remaining spots made available to VCGS members.

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The VSO School of Music invites classical guitarists interested in improving their skills to summer camp. Led by the VSO School’s Head of Guitar Stanton Jack, participants will enjoy a relaxed environment in which to learn guitar technique, fretboard strategies and ensemble playing. Summer Adult Guitar Explorations runs for two hours daily from July 6-10.

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The Victoria Conservatory of Music’s Guitar Summer Intensive (July 22–25, 2026) offers four days of immersive learning with Artistic Director Michael Dias and guest faculty.
Open to guitarists aged 10+ (minimum one year experience), the program includes:
• Masterclasses
• Technique sessions
• Chamber ensembles & guitar orchestra
• One-on-one lessons

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