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Founded in 1967, The Philadelphia Classical Guitar Society (PCGS) is a community of members, both supporters and musicians of all ages and accomplishments, dedicated to the advancement of the art of the classical guitar. Through encouraging classical guitar activities throughout the Delaware Valley, PCGS presents concerts throughout the year along with informal Guitar Salons and a Classical Guitar Orchestra providing performance opportunities to members of all levels.

05/14/2026

3 days away! 💐 All are welcome this Sunday afternoon, May 17 at 3pm at Settlement Music School, to enjoy a FREE concert as we conclude this memorable season with the 2026 Members’ Concert, featuring many of the best classical guitar performers in the local Philadelphia region - Joseph Carbone, George Attisano, Keith Calmes, Ben Lougheed, and John Williams, as well as the PCGS Ensemble under the direction of Maestro Alejo de los Reyes.

Register here: https://www.phillyguitar.org/events/ #!event/2026/5/17/pcgs-members-and-ensemble-concert

We look forward to celebrating with you and sharing one more afternoon of classical guitar music until next season! Donations highly appreciated.
Settlement Music School is located at 416 Queen St, Philadelphia, PA 19147

05/11/2026

This Sunday! The Members Concert closes the season with local guitar masters John Marcel Williams, Ben Lougheed, Classical Guitarist, Keith Calmes, George Attisano, Joe Carbone, Alejo de los Reyes, and PCGS Concert Ensemble. This performance is open to the public and it is FREE (donations appreciated).
Register now: https://www.phillyguitar.org/events/ #!event/2026/5/17/pcgs-members-and-ensemble-concert

⏰ Sunday May 17, 2026 - 3PM
📍 Settlement Music School, 416 Queen Street – Philadelphia PA 19146
Free parking!

05/05/2026

Save the date! The Philadelphia Classical Guitar Society Members Concert - Sunday, May 17 at 3pm at Settlement Music School. Celebrate the end of the season with us, featuring performances by community guitarists, the PCGS Concert Ensemble, and more. 🎶
This event is free and open to the public with a suggested donation of $10-$20
Photos of the Concert Ensemble by Jordan Peterson.

05/01/2026

Tomorrow at Esperanza Arts Center! 🌹 Classical Guitar from Latin America, a special concert featuring guitarists Emiliano Pardo-Tristán, Alejo de los Reyes, Patricio Acevedo, Ana Vidovic, students from Artistas y Musicos Latinoamericanos - AMLA, and PCGS Guitar Ensemble. Please join us this Saturday May 2, at 3:00pm, doors at 2:30pm.
Tickets 🎟: https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/classical-guitar-from-latin-america-2/

Teatro Esperanza - 4261 North 5th Street, Philadelphia PA 19140. Free parking.
Ticket proceeds will support lessons for AMLA students by the Philadelphia Classical Guitar Society.
Food and Beverages are available for sale in the Teatro lobby courtesy of EAC’s official concession partner Helados Chupi Chupi.

04/28/2026

This Saturday afternoon - 'Classical Guitar from Latin America!' Sat., May 2 at 3pm, please join us at the Esperanza Arts Center for a concert featuring guitarists Ana Vidovic, Alejo de los Reyes(Argentina), Patricio Acevedo (Chile), Artistas y Musicos Latinoamericanos - AMLA Student Guitar Ensemble with Emiliano Pardo-Tristán (Panamá), and the Philadelphia Classical Guitar Society Ensemble.
Tickets and more information: https://www.phillyguitar.org/events/ #!event/2026/5/2/classical-guitar-from-latin-america

04/23/2026

Please join us for our next event 'Classical Guitar from Latin America' on Saturday, May 2, 3:00pm at the Esperanza Arts Center. 💃 Featuring guitarists Emiliano Pardo-Tristán, Alejo de los Reyes, Patricio Acevedo, Ana Vidovic, and students from Artistas y Musicos Latinoamericanos - AMLA.
Tickets and more information: https://www.esperanzaartscenter.us/event/classical-guitar-from-latin-america-2/

Following their sold-out performance last season, the Philadelphia Classical Guitar Society returns to the Teatro stage to present an intimate program of classical music for the guitar from Latin America, along with a special performance by AMLA guitar students.
Photos from the 39th Annual Philadelphia Classical Guitar Festival, by Jordan Peterson.

04/20/2026

Festival photos! 🌟 Thank you to all who made this past weekend so special as we celebrated the art of the classical guitar together as a community in Philadelphia.
The weekend began with competition semi-finals and a magical, sold-out concert with virtuosa Ana Vidovic at the historic First Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia. On Sunday, the festival day began with competition finals, workshops on flamenco and technique, a master class with Ana Vidovic, student recitals, and more. The day closed with a fantastic concert by Gohar Vardanyan, with opening performances by the PCGS Concert Ensemble and Aishah Torres, Esperanza Arts Center guitar student. 👏
Bravo to all performers, participants, and supporters who came together this weekend for a successful festival. We hope to see you next year!
📸: Jordan Peterson

04/16/2026

Sunday is festival day! The Philadelphia Classical Guitar Festival brings together rising young players, dedicated students, and world-class artists for an immersive experience that moves seamlessly from competition and recitals to workshops, masterclasses, and concerts.
Join us this Sunday, 9am-5:30pm at Settlement Music School. Full schedule, day passes, and tickets to the closing concert with Gohar Vardanyan can be found on our website: https://www.phillyguitar.org/philadelphia-classical-guitar-festival

🏆 Competition finals
✏ Master class with Ana Vidovic
🖐 Hands-on workshops (flamenco, technique)
🎸 Vendors
🎶 Concert with Armenian-American classical guitarist Gohar Vardanyan

04/14/2026

This weekend! 🙌 The 39th Philadelphia Classical Guitar Festival takes place this Sunday April 19th, 9am to 5:30pm with special guests Ana Vidovic & Gohar Vardanyan at Settlement Music School. The closing concert with Gohar is 80% sold and limited Full Passes remain. Reserve your festival pass now: https://www.phillyguitar.org/philadelphia-classical-guitar-festival

A full pass to the Philly Guitar Festival gives you access to the closing concert with Gohar Vardanyan, the masterclass with Ana Vidovic, and full Festival access (workshops, competition, and vendors). Join us for the day as we celebrate the beauty of the classical guitar!

04/09/2026

Hands-on workshops, a masterclass with Ana Vidovic, and more at the Philadelphia Classical Guitar Festival on Sunday, April 19 at Settlement Music School. Each workshop is open to guitarists of all levels and remember to bring your guitar!
Join us for a day in celebration of the classical guitar, almost one week away! Learn more: https://www.phillyguitar.org/philadelphia-classical-guitar-festival

Events take place from 9am – 5:30pm and include:
💃 Introduction to Flamenco with Pat D’Aprile
🖐️ Efficient Technique on the classical guitar with Gohar Vardanyan
✏ A masterclass with Ana Vidović (student performers are now announced!)
🎼 Don’t Blame the Music Theory Guy! with Dr. Miroslav Loncar

Address

2038 Sansom Street
Philadelphia, PA
19103

Telephone

+12155672972

Website

http://www.phillyguitar.org/

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