Important Information
- Student registration for Guitar Day is free
- One to two weeks prior to Guitar Day, registered students will receive an email from colin.davin@berxwedan.net including important details about the day, as well as ensemble parts for the final performance
- Attending parents and teachers should also register
Event Highlights
- Performances by Shenandoah Conservatory faculty and students
- Group ensemble performance featuring all participants
- Masterclasses
- Special guest artist
Featured Guest Artist
JIJI
Praised by The Washington Post for her “mesmerizing” and “stirring” performances, JIJI is an adventurous guitarist known for her virtuosity and command of diverse repertoire. Equally at home with both acoustic and electric guitar, her concert programs range from traditional and contemporary classical to free improvisation.
Special Performance
JIJI
Saturday, October 26 at 7:30 PM
Goodson Chapel – Recital Hall
Renowned guitarist JIJI presents a free concert as part of Shenandoah Conservatory’s 2024/25 Conservatory Performs season, bringing her unique blend of classical and contemporary styles to the stage.
Sample Schedule of Events
| Time | Event |
| 9:30 a.m. | Guitar Ensemble Rehearsal |
| 10:30 a.m. | Masterclass with Guest Artist |
| 12 p.m. | Lunch (meal passes provided) |
| 12:45 p.m. | Masterclasses with Shenandoah Faculty & Guest Artist |
| 2:15 p.m. | Special Technique Workshop |
| 3:15 p.m. | Guitar Ensemble Dress Rehearsal |
| 4:30 p.m. | Final Concert Featuring Guitar Day Students & Faculty |
Schedule is subject to change.
Financial Assistance
The $30 registration fee includes lunch, a t-shirt and admission to the full day of events.
Shenandoah Conservatory believes the arts are for everyone. Like all nonprofit arts organizations and higher education institutions, we strive to maintain our stewardship of limited resources and balanced budgets while intentionally removing barriers to participation and belonging. Full and partial scholarships are available to those who require financial assistance.
See the Guitar Day Registration Form for more information about the registration fee and financial assistance.
Contact Us
Questions? Email Director of the Guitar Studio and Associate Professor of Guitar Colin Davin at colin.davin@berxwedan.net for more information.
