Paul Smith Director, Tune Up Philly – Orchestral Pathways Program, Director; Pizzicato Players – PYO Mr. Smith is an active composer, recording artist, and educator. With over 20 years of work-force experience in developing and consulting intensive and life-changing music programs in urban settings, Mr. Smith has impacted hundreds of students annually through a portfolio . . . read more
In this Interview, PCGS professional member, Jordan Peterson, talks with fellow member, John Marcel Williams. John is a performer, instructor at Rowan University, and Curtis & Peabody Alumnus. They discuss John’s upcoming performance for the society (link here), as well as his newly formed “New York City Guitar Quartet,” and how performance differs depending on . . . read more
By: Jordan T. Peterson, PCGS Professional Member The repertoire for the classical guitar is limited compared to, say, the flute or the piano. This may be attributed to a variety of factors, namely the decline in popularity in the 19th century due to the invention and rise in popularity of the pianoforte. Quick rundown explaining . . . read more
Buy Allen’s Book today here Allen’s Website Composer, performer, and PCGS professional member, Allen Krantz, has released his newest set of transcriptions: Three Late Weiss Sonatas. A first for the classical guitar, this set of sonatas will be a welcome and essential addition to the repertoire. Along with smooth voicings and helpful, intuitive fingerings, Allen . . . read more
By: Jordan T. Peterson, PCGS Professional Member Manuel M. Ponce’s 24 Preludes are some of the most inspiring and exceptional jewels in the guitar repertoire. However, they are also some of the most difficult to perform. The performer must navigate the fretboard with acrobatic leaps and sound rich harmonies with uncomfortable fingering, all while trying . . . read more
by Caroline Kubach (Administrator) on Friday, August 12, 2016 12:16 AM Guitar Foundation Of America Convention 2016 Summertime is one of our favorite times of the year. Not only do we love the weather and going to the beach, but we also look forward to one of our favorite events, the Guitar Foundation of America . . . read more