WORKSHOP SET #1 (Saturday @ 10:00 AM)
"The Business and Tech of the Guitar" taught by Alex Guillen. This workshop delivers practical AI solutions for performers, educators, and luthiers seeking growth without burnout. Musicians use data-driven tools to craft engaging, dynamic setlists; educators boost student retention with real-time AI feedback; and luthiers address tonewood scarcity and regulations through no-code computer vision apps for efficient quality control and inventory planning. Led by Alex Guillen, a classical guitarist with 30 years of experience integrating musicianship and tech, this session provides targeted strategies for sustainable progress minus tech overwhelm. (Recital Hall)
ALEX GUILLEN
"Learn to Play a Flamenco Solea Falseta in 45 Minutes" taught by Caro. In this hands-on workshop you will learn the basics of flamenco compas (rhythm) and learn how to play an authentic solea with step by step instruction. Keep the mystery but take the intimidation factor out of flamenco with Caro's help. (Under the Oaks)
CARO
"Tone, Tone, Tone!" taught by Taso Comanescu. In this workshop Taso Comanescu will provide practical insight into how one can produce the best possible tone. Special emphasis will be given to nail shape, plucking angles, "slicing" techniques, fingering choices and expressiveness through tonal variety. (The Segovia Shack).
TASO COMANESCU
"Recording Techniques for Classical/Flamenco Guitar" taught by Grammy Award winner engineer, Mauricio Gasca. A recording studio that used to cost in the upwards of 1 mil. dollars can now be readily available in a small laptop. In this workshop, Mauricio Gasca demonstrates practically how to record your classical guitar and how to best utilize the gear that is available to you. This workshop is limited to 15 registrants due to the limited studio space. (Rectial Hall Studio)
MAURICIO GASCA
WORKSHOP SET #2 (Sunday @ 10:00 AM)
"Flamenco Techniques for Classical Guitarists" taught by Jason Mguire (El Rubio). This workshop is an introduction to the famous flamenco strums known as "rasgueados" and other quintessential flamenco techniques. Learn how to avoid wimpy strums and infuse your guitar playing with powerful rasqueados for greater performance effectiveness. (Under the Oaks)
JASON MCGUIRE
(El Rubio)
"Troubleshooting Right Hand Technique with Scales and Arpeggios" taught by Jack Sanders. In this workshop, you will learn how to effectively use scales and arpeggios to resolve problems and make steady improvement in your playing. (The Romero Room)
JACK SANDERS
"The Art of Practicing" taught by Dr. Tomasz Fechner. This workshop will provide you with very practical ways to approach your practice time. If progress is your goal, your practice time must be wisely structured and your approach must be that of a problem solver instead of a performer. How does one tackle difficult passages? What repertoire should one select based on his/her realistic technical level? Learn how to infuse your practice with purpose and see your progress sky-rocket. (The Segovia Shack)
TOMASZ FECHNER