Festivals

Despite being “down under” Australia hosts international stars of the classical guitar each year. The biggest events are often the guitar festivals around the country.

Festival Links

Adelaide International Guitar Festival

This annual festival promises to be one of the biggest landmarks on Australia’s guitar calendar… http://www.adelaideguitarfestival.com.au/

Darwin International Guitar Festival

The most famous guitar festival in Australia the Darwin festival has won its fame from bringing a diverse range of the worlds best artists and offering a unique atmosphere… www.darwinguitar.com

Sydney Classical Guitar Summer School

Sydney’s annual Summer School has brought out world class teachers such as Denis Azabagic, Pavel Steidl, Craig Ogden and Carlos Bonell… http://www.classicalguitarsydney.org.au/

Macdonalds performing arts challenge

More of a series of competitions than a festival, the performing arts challeng has been a launching pad for a multitude of young Australian guitarists…. http://www.culturalcouncil.org.au/