Classical Guitar Corner Summer School
Early-Mid June each Year
Registration will be announced via the CGC Mailing List
The Classical Guitar Corner Summer School is our Annual in-person event that brings together the CGC Community for a week of concerts, ensemble playing, lessons, workshops, performances, and socializing. It is unique in that the focus is all about the participants rather than the invited performing artists. Catering for the adult amateur the Summer School brings together a world-class faculty of teachers and offers a full week of music and socializing. This event fills up each year because the members of CGC Academy are keen to attend and see their peers. If you want to be notified of registration you will need to sign up for the CGC Mailing List.
Summer School Details
When:
The annual Classical Guitar Corner Summer School is held in June and runs for 7 days ( check in, check out, and five full days of the program). The first evening will start with afternoon check-in, dinner, and an opening concert. The final morning will conclude with breakfast and a group meeting.
Where :
The summer school will be held at Endicott College in Beverly, MA. Endicott is a picturesque liberal arts college in the town of Beverly. Beverly Massachusetts is located 16 Miles out from the city of Boston, and is located opposite the ocean on the scenic North Shore coastline.
What:
The CGC Summer School will bring together dedicated amateur guitarists from around the country (and around the world!) to work on their technique, theory, musicianship, ensemble skills, and general musical understanding. There will be five full days of group ensembles, individual lessons, workshops, large ensemble, musical analysis, and socializing with other guitarists.
Teachers:
There will be eight main teachers as well as some special guests at the Summer School and being an intimate environment, you will be able to interact with them all on a regular basis.
Who is it for?
The summer school is specifically focused on the classical guitar, its techniques, and repertoire. It is recommended that you have at least a Grade 2 ability with reading and performance (approximately grade 2 for AMEB/ABRSM/Royal Conservatoire). You will be participating in ensemble groups that match your level of experience and also a large ensemble, so the ability to read standard notation at a basic level is a must. Apart from these requirements, we welcome all interested guitarists to take part in what will be an educational and enjoyable experience.
*Please note that all participants must be over the age of 21 by June, this is due to our liability coverage.
Accommodation
Participants will be staying on campus at Endicott College close to the Arts facilities, dining hall, and rehearsal rooms. Rooms are available as private rooms with a private bathroom or shared rooms with a private bathroom. All rooms have air conditioning, wi-fi and are in a new building.
Meals
The price of accommodation includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner, starting from Dinner on day 1 until breakfast on day 7. The meals at Endicott are quite exceptional with a large modern dining hall, and a variety of meal stations to choose from.
Please inform us if you have any dietary restrictions or allergies and we will do our best to accommodate you.
Socializing
Meal times and evenings are great times to socialize with your fellow guitarists. Picnics, playing pool, talking over a glass of wine, and discussing ideas over a meal all provide a great way to make friends and have fun.
Student Concert
All participants are welcome to perform a piece in our student concert. You will never find a more supportive and appreciative audience!
