Good News in Bay Area Classical Guitar. Save the date! We will be back at Asilomar June 9th-12th next year. Watch for early bird pricing in October for the 2027 retreat.

Welcome GRAMMY Winning Guitarist Jason Vieaux | Carmel-by-the-Sea October concert at The Founders Theatre

Experience the vibrant live music scene in Monterey Bay. With school back in session and autumn just around the corner, there’s no better time to explore the area’s cultural offerings.

Tomorrow Night in Pacific Grove: Carmel Guitar Society's Summer Open Mic & Mixer Returns July 18

Support the arts: Become a Carmel Guitar Society member and receive a free ticket to Emilia’s concert, plus help sustain our mission to bring world-class guitar and music education to the Monterey Bay region. Reserve your spot today!

We're excited to share video footage of the performance, captured by retreat sponsor DN Works during Hao Yang's concert on June 18th at Asilomar Resort in Pacific Grove.

As the year comes to a close, we invite you to spread the word about the Carmel Guitar Society and our programs.

The Carmel Guitar Society promised to bring classical guitar community to the Monterey Bay in 2025 and delivered on that commitment meeting the goals of the organization's mission to expand the reach of classical guitar through concert events, open mics, the Healing Guitar program and an annual retreat. Everyone is invited and that continues to be the message as we continue to grow audiences and exposure surrounding the beauty of classical guitar. In June, more than 20 attend