“Study in Style” – etudes as concert pieces. 7:15pm: Member performances (Villa-Lobos, Brouwer, Sor studies). 7:45pm: John Powell: “Why 12 Frets to the Octave?” 8:10pm: Gerald Garcia: “Anatomy of an Etude.” 9:10pm: Ensemble rehearsal. Exploring intersection of technique and musicality. Unitarian Meeting Hall, Bristol. Monthly BCGS gathering on pedagogical repertoire with performance value.
“Once Upon A Time” – music with narratives and plot. 7:15pm: Member showcase of programmatic works. 8:10pm: Tim Button: “The Musical Athlete” (physical demands of playing). 09:10 Ensemble rehearsal . £8. Unitarian Meeting Hall, Bristol.
Members’ Summer Concert featuring solos, chamber ensembles, and BCGS Large Ensemble. 7:15pm: Pre-concert ensemble rehearsal. 8:00pm: Public concert begins. Annual celebration showcasing society members’ diverse repertoire and musicianship. Unitarian Meeting Hall, Bristol. £7. Experience Bristol’s classical guitar community performing intimate solos to full ensemble pieces. Public warmly welcomed.
“I may be easy, but at least I’m not cheap” – Grade 4 maximum difficulty performed beautifully. 7:15pm: Member showcase emphasizing musical expression over technical display. 8:10pm: Guest artist performance. 9:10pm: Ensemble rehearsal. Celebrating accessible repertoire played with artistry. Unitarian Meeting Hall, Bristol. Monthly BCGS meetup welcoming all skill levels. Inclusive classical guitar community.
“Moonlit Strings” – gentle night music. 7:15pm: Member showcase (lullabies to nocturnes). 7:45pm: Cari Aplin’s Grade 8 recital. 8:10pm: International Guitar Festival Young Artists Platform (TBA). 9:10pm: Ensemble rehearsal. Lyrical, cantabile classical guitar celebrating peaceful, contemplative moods. Unitarian Meeting Hall, Bristol. Monthly BCGS gathering supporting emerging talent and expressive repertoire.
Annual Composition/Arrangement Competition! £100 first prize, £50 second. 7:15pm: Competition performances and judging. 8:10pm: Double ensemble rehearsal. Unitarian Meeting Hall, Bristol. Celebrate original classical guitar works. Terms/conditions apply. Ensemble focus month
