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the Avanti Guitar Trio

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“My students absolutely loved the trio portion of the day... as did I. Words cannot express how inspired they were after your performance. Thank you!”

- M. Teare, Lincoln-Way East High-School, IL

Education and Residency Programs

        Guitar Encounter

The Avanti Guitar Trio presents interactive educational performances for school groups grades 1-12. Employing a 5ft. demonstration guitar and student-made box guitars, Avanti Guitar Trio members lead students on an exploration of music history, science of sound, and artistic communication.  

Interactive activities include: rhythmic clapping, conducting games, percussion effects, and synchronized movements.

Duration: 1 class period 45-50 minutes

Age Level: Workshop is tailored to meet the grade level and previous

                   musical training of the class.

Pre-workshop preparation: 1 or 2 class periods. Cardboard box guitar lesson plan and instructions are provided.

Join the Avanti Guitar Trio in rehearsal and performance. The Avanti Guitar Trio has arranged and composed repertoire appropriate for beginning through advanced guitar students. Modeled after the Day of Guitar Festival held annually at VanderCook College of Music and directed by Julie Goldberg, Guitar Ensemble Immersion provides an opportunity for students to rehearse and perform with the Avanti Guitar Trio.

Duration: 1- 2 hours of rehearsal

1 performance with the Avanti Guitar Trio and Guitar Ensemble Immersion participants.

Age Level: Middle School- Adult Guitarists. Music will be chosen to fit the skill level of the participants.

Pre-event preparation: Avanti Trio will provide printed music and sample recordings of the work to be performed.  Students with the help of their teachers will practice their parts and play the music at tempo, prior to the rehearsals with the Avanti Trio.

Master Class/Coaching

A Master Class is similar to a public lesson where student performers and  audience members gain insight and information. Solo guitarists, guitar ensembles, and string or wind ensembles that include guitar are welcome to play. Accomplished teachers, Julie, Tom, and Jeff work with performers on technical, musical, and expressive elements to improve their level of performance.

Duration: 30-40 minutes per performing group

Pre-event preparation:  Master Class participants must be able to play their pieces at a high level.

Workshop Fees

Please inquire: avanti@avantiguitartrio.com | (847) 361-8997