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An extra in the summer
Martin Hodgson has asked if he might come to show us and talk about
all his different instruments in the ‘guitar’ family (probably 7 or 8).
He hopes to set a date in the summer.
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And also 11-14 August
May I introduce our organisation, the International Guitar Foundation (IGF). We are a registered charity (1050109) dedicated to the promotion, education and enjoyment of the guitar, its players and its music www.igf.org.uk.
We run a residential guitar festival & summer school every year in August and this year we are excited to announce our new venue - Dean Close School in Cheltenham. The event is truly multi-stylistic with concerts and courses in classical and flamenco guitar and contemporary styles like blues, jazz and acoustic. Cheltenham Summer School 2026 - International Guitar Foundation & Festivals
I would be grateful if you would share our publicity (attached) and let your members know about our excellent 4-day long classical guitar course. This year it features internationally renowned artists Xuefei Yang and Spanish guitarist Francisco Bernier as well as Francisco Correa, Tom Kerstens and brilliant young guitarists from IGF's Young Artist Platform including Eva Schockmel, Maryna Vosmirova and the Fika and Rhossili Duos.
There is currently an early bird discount of 15% off tuition which we would be pleased to increase to 25% for your members. Please let me know if there is any interest and I will send a voucher code to apply when booking to activate the discount.
Scholarship places are available to enable talented younger players to join the classical course. The deadline for scholarship applications is 10 May 2026.
I hope the event is of interest. I am happy to respond to any questions and look forward to hearing back from you.
Kind regards
Jane
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And also 12-13 September
Hello,
My name is Mark, I’m one of the event organisers for the Felixstowe Classical Guitar Festival happening 12-13th September 2026.
We would like to invite you, your friends, family, colleagues and students to join us for an unforgettable celebration of music and artistry at the Felixstowe Classical Guitar Festival 12-13th September. This year’s event brings together world-renowned performers, emerging talents, makers and composers for a series of inspiring concerts, masterclasses and special performances that showcase the beauty of the classical guitar.
Tickets available here: https://felixstoweclassicalguitarfestival.co.uk/
The Line Up in the Palm Court:
Saturday in the Palm Court: Matthew McAllister, Carlos Bonell, The Miyabi Duo, with an evening performance from Alexandra Whittingham.
Sunday in the Palm Court: Mark Harris, Rosie Bennet, Zoe Barnett. Headlining our Festival with an evening performance is Laura Snowden.
Activities in the Conservatory (Free to enter with valid ticket):
Saturday:
- Alexandra Whittingham will be hosting a Masterclass. (See website for details)
- Luthiery lectures from well known luthiers, hosted by James Lister.
- A luthiery competition. (For entrance rules please see website)
- and many UK luthiers will be showcasing their instruments across the weekend.
Sunday:
- Sunday will see a lecture on composition by Steve Goss
- The results of the composition competition (For entrance rules please see website)
- Patrons have the chance to perform in our Sunday showcase. (See website for details)
We hope to see you there.
Tickets available here: https://felixstoweclassicalguitarfestival.co.uk/
Best Wishes
Mark Harris
Festival Organiser
For enquiries please email info@felixstoweclassicalguitarfestival.co.uk
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