PGS is a monthly meeting free to the public providing two hours of guitar music. It’s also a nonprofit membership organization providing a place to meet other players, makers, and teachers, and it's a friendly place to discover and share new tunes, techniques, and styles. We welcome all kinds of music and all skill levels. Meetings start with open mic time and end with a half-hour Featured Performer set.
PGS meets at the Community Music Center, 3350 SE Francis Street, Portland from 7:00 to 9:30 PM on the first Monday of every month (second Monday if the first is a holiday). Meetings are always free and open to the public.
PGS meets at the Community Music Center, 3350 SE Francis Street, Portland from 7:00 to 9:30 PM on the first Monday of every month (second Monday if the first is a holiday). Meetings are always free and open to the public.
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Steve HawkinsWe are sad to report the passing of PGS's faithful friend and board member, Steve Hawkins. Steve had been battling cancer on and off over the last few years, and succumbed to pneumonia in December 2019. Peter Zisa writes: "My friendship with Steve Hawkins spans 20 years. I fondly remember the story he told about his cat which inspired the piece he played at our first meeting. He was a storyteller. When my young students (Travis Johnson, Eric Kim, Nathan Taylor, Gracie Flowerday...) played he always expressed respect and encouragement to them. Last November, he was so very proud to pass his duties leading PGS Monthly Meetings to the young man he long admired, championed, and loved. When we began Season of Lights FREE Holiday Program, Steve agreed to do the sound at the Old Church at no charge. In each of thirteen years that followed, Steve did the sound with Ken Ewing with only one exception, the year he was seriously ill in the hospital. Steve will be dearly missed, but especially by those of us who knew him as friend. " |
Special Announcement: Ensemble Night!
For our March 2nd Monthly Meeting -- a special invitation to ensembles! Guitar duos, trios, quartets, guitar with other instruments, any style of music - come and play at the March meeting! Solo performers, please also come as always. RSVP here: pdxguitarsociety@gmail.com.
Portland Guitar Society & CDZ-Collegium Musica
present
Afternoon Youth Open Mic Forum
Sunday February 2nd, 2:00 p.m.
Casa Della Zisa, 4624 NE Fremont St
To reserve a performance spot:
e-mail -- casadellazisa@gmail.com
txt -- 503-307-4907
A free performance venue for young guitarists (ages 8 - 20) who love to perform. The meeting also provides an opportunity to meet other young players and play chamber music (duets, trios).
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Francisco Salazar
Friday January 17th, 7pm Clackamas Community College Announcing the first concert of the 2020 Siempre La Guitarra Concert Series with international concert guitarist Francisco Salazar from Chile! Francisco Salazar was born in San Bernardo, a modest commune in Santiago. At age 18 he began his studies of classical guitar with Professor Guillermo Moreno, who was his tutor until his admission to the Institute of Music of the Catholic University of Chile where he was welcomed by maestro Alejandro Peralta Beher until 2011, from that date He studied with the outstanding guitarist Sebastián Montes with whom he finished his studies with maximum distinction. |
Francisco will also play these two dates:
Sat. Jan 18th @ Burnt Bridge Cellars, Vancouver;
Sun. Jan 19th @ Ankeny Vineyard, Salem
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Sat. Jan 18th @ Burnt Bridge Cellars, Vancouver;
Sun. Jan 19th @ Ankeny Vineyard, Salem
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Virginia Luque
Concert - Friday, January 17th, 8pm Eliot Chapel - 1011 SW 12th Master Class - Thursday, January 16, 7pm Virginia Luque plays classical and flamenco music in a Spanish romantic style, combining extraordinary technical virtuosity with beautiful tone and musicianship. Ms. Luque has recently recorded Rodrigo's Concierto de Aranjuez with the London Symphony Orchestra at Abbey Road Studios. She has been awarded First Prize at several international competitions, including the "Manuel de Falla" Competition for Classical Guitar in Granada, Spain, and has received the Lincoln Center Scholarship among other awards. |
Flamenco Pacifico
Friday January 24, 7:30
The Old Church
Friday January 24, 7:30
The Old Church
Based in the majestic state of Oregon, Flamenco Pacifico is a dynamic, professional performance group dedicated to bringing the art of flamenco music and dance to audiences in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Led by virtuoso flamenco guitarist and composer, Berto Boyd, the group’s guitar-driven performances feature original modern flamenco compositions rooted in the time-honored forms of traditional flamenco. With inspired dancing by Elena Villa and Melissa Cruz, the passionate vocals and guitar artistry of Grant Ruiz, the versatility of innovative bassist Randy Tico, and driving rhythms by dynamic percussionist Terry Longshore, Flamenco Pacifico takes audiences on an unforgettable journey into the fascinating world of flamenco.
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Guitars from Spain
Friday, February 7 | 8:00 PM
The Old Church
GUITARS FROM SPAIN is not a concert, it is a trip to the heart of music in the hands of the two best guitarists of this century’s Spanish music scene. The flavor of contemporary flamenco by the fabulous Andalusian maestro JOSE ANTONIO RODRIGUEZ joins forces with the acclaimed Mediterranean guitarist TWANGUERO to immerse us in a musical experience that overflows with soul and charm. An unforgettable event for lovers of culture, talent and, most definitely, music.
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Friday, February 7 | 8:00 PM
The Old Church
GUITARS FROM SPAIN is not a concert, it is a trip to the heart of music in the hands of the two best guitarists of this century’s Spanish music scene. The flavor of contemporary flamenco by the fabulous Andalusian maestro JOSE ANTONIO RODRIGUEZ joins forces with the acclaimed Mediterranean guitarist TWANGUERO to immerse us in a musical experience that overflows with soul and charm. An unforgettable event for lovers of culture, talent and, most definitely, music.
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Assad Duo
Saturday, February 15 | 8:00 PM
The Old Church
Masterclass -- Sunday, February 16 | 10:00 AM
Lincoln Hall 355
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Saturday, February 15 | 8:00 PM
The Old Church
Masterclass -- Sunday, February 16 | 10:00 AM
Lincoln Hall 355
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PSU Guitar Series 2019-2020 Season!
Siempre La Guitarra Series 2020 Season!
