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Now announcing St. Louis Classical Guitar’s 2024-25 concert season! 📣

We are excited to present 8 fantastic concerts next season as part of the Guitar Masters, Eclectic, and Collaborative Series.

“Early Bird” discounts available on subscription packages now only until May 22 🐣!

SLCG’s Guitar Masters Series will have a new home-base this season at Salem United Methodist Church in Ladue (1200 S. Lindbergh Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63131). As well, we are pleased to present the Eclectic Series at the 560 Music Center and the Collaborative Series with Cinema STL and the University City Symphony Orchestra!

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GUITAR MASTERS SERIES:

Jack Hancher: Sept. 14, 2024 at Salem United Methodist Church

Adam Del Monte: Nov. 16, 2024 at Salem United Methodist Church

Cavatina Duo: Jan. 18, 2025 at Salem United Methodist Church

Raphael Feuillatre: Feb. 11, 2025 at Salem United Methodist Church


ECLECTIC CONCERTS:

Andy McKee: Oct. 19, 2024 at the 560 Music Center

Mak Grgic & Curtis Stewart: May 2, 2025 at the 560 Music Center


COLLABORATIVE CONCERTS:

Yu&I Duo: March 8, 2025 at Hi-Pointe Theater, co-presented w/ Cinema STL

W Mark Akin w/ the University City Symphony Orchestra: May 11, 2025 at location TBA


"THE WORKS”:

A subscription to all eight concerts in each series.

 

Performances - Spring 2024 🌷:

NEW! “A VERY SPECIAL BLEND” - St. Louis Classical Guitar and the Chamber Music Society of St. Louis: May 20, 2024 at the E. Desmond Lee Concert Hall

 

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Upcoming Performances

Look below for upcoming performances from our community ensembles:

The Gateway Guitar Quartet

  • Wednesday, May 1st at 7:00-9:00pm @ the Cheshire Inn - Free and open to the public!

The St. Louis Classical Guitar Orchestra:

 

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Honoring the great volunteer work of Clifford Eise
Honoring the great volunteer work of Clifford Eise

Cliff Eise accepted a plaque of recognition for his volunteering his photography and videography to St. Louis Classical Guitar for many years.

Brian Vaccaro's "Arts Interview" with Nancy Kranzberg, featured on KDHX
Brian Vaccaro's "Arts Interview" with Nancy Kranzberg, featured on KDHX

Listen to an interview with Executive Director Brian Vaccaro on KDHX’s “Arts Interview.“ Nancy Kranzberg talks with artists, performers and movers and shakers in the arts community. Interviews cover music, visual arts, dance, literature and performance.

60th Anniversary Season - St. Louis Magazine Review
60th Anniversary Season - St. Louis Magazine Review

‘St. Louis Classical Guitar marks its 60th season with a lineup of new and old favorites’ -

St. Louis Magazine reviews performers Tengyue Zhang, Irina Kulikova, and Manuel Barrueco ahead of SLCG’s Season 60 performances.

Classic 107.3 FM - Interview w/ Brian Vaccaro & W. Mark Akin
Classic 107.3 FM - Interview w/ Brian Vaccaro & W. Mark Akin

Brian Vaccaro, the Executive Director of St. Louis Classical Guitar, and W. Mark Akin, host of "Inside Classical Guitar" on Classic 107.3, talk to Julie Schuster about the 60th Anniversary Season of St. Louis Classical Guitar... and may give listeners a live performance!

 

Welcome to
St. Louis Classical Guitar

Promoting positive impact in our community through classical guitar performance and education.

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Our Programs

St. Louis Classical Guitar (SLCG), previously known as the St. Louis Classical Guitar Society, is a non-profit arts agency whose mission is to promote positive impact through classical guitar performance and education. Founded in 1963 by students of George C. Krick, SLCG is the third oldest organization in the nation centered around classical guitar. Now in 2019, SLCG seeks to serve the St. Louis community through innovative, high-quality, and relevant programming.

Concert Series

Our Great Artist Concert Series brings the greatest guitarists in the world to St. Louis for intimate concerts at The Ethical Society of St. Louis. Over the years we have hosted artists such as Manuel Barrueco, David Russell, and Julian Bream – and each concert ends with an opportunity to meet the artists.

Inside Classical Guitar

Inside Classical Guitar is SLCG’s weekly Radio Show. Hosted by John Clayton and airing on Radio Arts Foundation (107.3 FM) Monday’s at 7pm and Thursday’s at 11pm, the show takes listeners on a journey through the beauty of classical guitar.

 

Guitar Horizons

At the heart of SLCG’s community impact is our Guitar Horizons Education Program. Focused mainly in North County and St. Louis City, Guitar Horizons provides the resources necessary for building and sustaining a thriving guitar program in local schools.

Community Orchestra

Open to Members interested in performing in a large ensemble, our 25 person Guitar Orchestra rehearses twice monthly and performs several times a year for community events.

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Get Involved

Your support makes the work that we do possible. There are many ways to get involved with St. Louis Classical Guitar and the options below are only a few examples. For more information, or to start a conversation about getting involved, please Contact Us.

Become a Member

Members receive a Membership Card and a variety of benefits including discounts on concerts and more.

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers are at the heart and soul of SLCG's programs. Join the team and help us make an impact!

Make a Donation

Financial contributions large or small are a meaningful way to make a difference. Thank you for your support!