Join our next Guitar Social!

It’s the perfect supportive space for guitarists of all levels to connect and share music. Whether you want to test-run a new piece in a relaxed atmosphere or simply listen and enjoy, you belong here.

Bring your instrument or just your ears - everyone from beginners to professionals is welcome to join the community.

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The Vancouver Classic Guitar Society proudly presents Rising Stars: A Celebration, a once-in-a-generation concert that captures an extraordinary moment in Vancouver’s musical life. Join us for our first concert devoted exclusively to multi-award winning teen artists aged 14-17 from the Vancouver area. Don’t miss Catherine Huo, Tiger Chen, Eileen Tang and Justin Zhou in solo performances.

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International Guitar Night returns to Massey Theatre on February 1, 2026 with an unforgettable lineup of four extraordinary guitarists including Vancouver’s own Itamar Erez, Jocelyn Gould, Jamie Dupuis, and Caroline Planté.

The event will be held at Massey Theatre, 735 8th Ave New Westminster, BC, V3M 2R2

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Join us for our community guitar social. Click for details.

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Get ready to pluck, socialize, and connect as the VCGS monthly social is just around the corner!

This special event is exclusively for VCGS volunteers, with any remaining spots made available to VCGS members.

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You’ve seen them perform at VCGS preconcerts, now come watch the work of the UBC guitar studio December 16, 3:45 PM in the Roy Barnett Recital hall.

This is a free event open to the general public.

After another successful season of rehearsals under the direction of Michael Kolk, our wonderful VCGS Guitar Ensemble is ready to present a vibrant program from Baroque and classical works to contemporary ensemble pieces and festive holiday favourites.

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You’re invited to our Open Stage. Come out and support our celebration of young talent. See up-and-coming guitar students performing their latest works on stage. The level of talent of these young performers is always amazing.

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Brazilian-born Celso Machado and genre-bending guitarist Josh J. Searles unite for a dazzling double bill. Expect rich rhythms, global influences, and virtuosic flair—Brazilian folk, classical, and live electronica collide in an unforgettable evening of musical innovation from two of BC’s most creative artists.

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Get ready to pluck, socialize, and connect as the VCGS monthly social is just around the corner!

If you want to meet like-minded guitarists at VCGS or play in front of others, then this event is tailor-made for you.

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Join Denys Panchenko for a very special solo guitar recital in support of Ukraine. Denys is a laureate of several international competitions and regularly performs solo recitals across Ukraine.

Currently living in White Rock, his repertoire ranges from classical works to his own contemporary compositions. Enjoy works by Bach, Llobet, Satie, Piazzolla and more.

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Classical guitarist and composer Alec Pearson presents a free concert at VAM on October 26. at 4 pm. Enjoy a program of works by Barrios, Domeniconi, Brouwer, Legnani and more along with Alec’s own original compositions.

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Join Ariane Bell Vila (Soprano) and Michael Kolk (Guitar) concert at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church! This will be the perfect concert to bring you the “Autumn Sounds”.

Enjoy works by Schubert, Britten, de Falla, Villa-Lobos, and Michael’s original compositions as well.

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Get ready to pluck, socialize, and connect as the VCGS monthly social is just around the corner!

If you want to meet like-minded guitarists at VCGS or play in front of others, then this event is tailor-made for you.

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Tariq Harb, hailed as “Canada’s next classical guitar superstar” (CBC), is a world-class virtuoso and prizewinner of major international competitions.

From Carnegie Hall to Concertgebouw, his expressive playing, original compositions, and genre-blending projects like "17 Strings" make him a captivating force on the global guitar stage.

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Get ready to pluck, socialize, and connect as the VCGS monthly social is just around the corner!

If you want to meet like-minded guitarists at VCGS or play in front of others, then this event is tailor-made for you.

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Alec and Bernard give a fun and lively program at the JCC Wosk Auditorium at 11:30pm.

Tickets are $10 (if able).

Get ready to pluck, socialize, and connect as the VCGS monthly social is just around the corner!

If you want to meet like-minded guitarists at VCGS or play in front of others, then this event is tailor-made for you.

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Four guitars, endless possibilities. Europe’s acclaimed 24 Corde Ensemble blends classical mastery with jazz, folk & world music in a vibrant program featuring Vivaldi, Ravel, Piazzolla, The Beatles & more.

Expect ukulele surprises, Latin flair & dynamic stage presence in a concert of elegance, fire & innovation.

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Get ready to pluck, socialize, and connect as the VCGS monthly social is just around the corner!

If you want to meet like-minded guitarists at VCGS or play in front of others, then this event is tailor-made for you.

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Beethoven described the classical guitar as an 'orchestra in a box' for its colour and range of sounds.  Come and experience classical guitar at its finest with a free opening concert by Luis Angel Medina on Wednesday, July 16th, 2 pm in Level 8 Grand Staircase.  The concert launches the 6th annual Vancouver Classical Guitar Festival July 17-20 at Capilano University with a star faculty providing concerts, masterclasses and workshops for guitarists and music lovers. 

Register for this free event at  www.vpl.ca/events

Get ready to pluck, socialize, and connect as the VCGS monthly social is just around the corner!

This special event is exclusively for VCGS volunteers, with any remaining spots made available to VCGS members.

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