Want to compare different guitars? This year's luthier showcase is your chance to hear exceptional instruments played by top-tier artists. On Thursday, June 25, Virgile Barthe and Bokyung Byun will demo a wide range of guitars, giving you the rare opportunity to hear them from a true concert-hall perspective. This event can be enjoyed live at the convention and will also be streamed on YouTube!
Masterclasses give guitarists a front-row look at the real nuances of great playing and insightful instruction. The 2026 Convention will feature sessions with artists like Tilman Hoppstock, Laura Snowden, and Fabio Zanon.
All convention registrants are welcome to attend as audience members, and players can sign up to perform through the Convention Registration Form. Spots are filled on a first-come-first-serve basis!
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There are countless ways to connect with the guitar community at this year's convention. If you're interested in research, you'll find a full slate of lectures and a dedicated symposium for guitar scholars. If you're focused on developing your playing, you can jump into technique workshops, masterclasses, and collaborative programs like the Bridge and the Coffe and Chords Club.
No matter your interests, this convention has something for you. Learn more on our website!
The latest issue of Soundboard features a fantastic interview with Berta Rojas by Annett Richter.
Soundboard Magazine is one of the many perks of GFA membership. This quarterly publication is packed with interviews, articles, scores, and insights from across the classical guitar world.
Thank you, @bertarojasb , for the wonderful shout-out!
Join as a GFA member to read the full interview and explore much more.
This year's convention features a wide range of lectures for attendees from every background.
Learn from experts in classroom teaching, ensemble leadership, and private studio work.
Explore sessions on building a career, strengthening musicianship, bringing creativity to the stage, and even improvisation!
For more information visit our website and click the lectures tab under convention.
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If you're an adult guitar enthusiast, the Coffee and Chords Club is one of the best ways to experience the GFA Convention. This immersive program takes place within the convention and offers unique educational and artistic opportunities with our world-class artists. Participants can expect daily reflections, guest artist visits, private lessons throughout the week, and a Friday performance opportunity.
For more details, including a tentative schedule, click the convention tab on our website!
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Happy Wednesday!
We are excited to welcome Tilman Hoppstock to the Convention in Denver, June 22-27. Renowned as a performer, publisher, teacher, and scholar, his artistry has made a lasting impact on the classical guitar world.
Don't miss the chance to hear him live! Register now for the 2026 Guitar Foundation of America Convention and Competition and experience an incredible lineup of artists.
See our website for more info!
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Check out The Bridge: GFA’s Teen Academy!
This immersive, weeklong intensive for guitarists ages 11–18 runs during the annual GFA Convention and is tailored to every player’s experience level.
Young classical guitarists spend the week learning, performing, and connecting with peers — and with world-renowned GFA artists. Our education team has built an inspiring program that gives students full access to the best of the GFA.
Daily activities include technique workshops, concerts by international artists, private lesson cohorts, performance opportunities, and engaging excursions throughout the convention.
There is still time to register! Visit our website for more information!
Since 1982, the GFA International Concert Artist Competition has celebrated excellence in classical guitar while elevating the careers of exceptional artists.
This year's winner receives a cash prize (thanks to the Augustine Foundation), a 40-50 date North American tour, and additional awards from our sponsors.
There's still time! Applications for the ICAC and International Youth Competition close May 1, 2026. Visit our website to learn more!
Join us for our next online (and free!) Educator Hour.
This session will be held on Saturday, April 18 at 3:00 PM EST and will be led by Dr. Stephen Mattingly and Dr. Mathew Cochran, who will bring extensive backgrounds in guitar pedagogy and higher education. They will guide a focused discussion titled "Adult Guitar Students: A Conversation for Teachers and Learners."
We hope you can attend! Please register on our website under the education tab for teachers.
The GFA Convention is where the global guitar community comes together, including performers, educators, luthiers, and enthusiasts alike.
Experience inspiring concerts, engaging lectures, exciting masterclasses, and hands-on workshops, all in one place.
Since 1979, this annual gathering has sparked collaboration, creativity, and connection across the guitar world.
Join us in Denver, Colorado at Metropolitan State University, June 22-27.
We hope to see you there!
We're excited to share that the 2026 GFA Silent Auction is officially LIVE!
Everyone is welcome to bid now through June 25 at 6 PM. Then join us in person for the live auction and wine tasting on Friday, June 26.
Explore a wide range of experiences, classes, and items that support the GFA's mission. And keep an eye on our social channels where we will be announcing new additions as they come in.
Start browsing and bidding on the current offerings here: /GFA2026
