Guitar Circus

GUITAR CIRCUS is an unrivalled opportunity for young classical guitarists to train throughout the year with some of the most inspirational and gifted tutors in the UK.

Launching in January 2010, the GUITAR CIRCUS ensembles in London and Birmingham are comprised of gifted classical guitarists aged 12-18 who have reached Grade 5 standard or higher. Each ensemble meets monthly during term-time under the musical direction of Gary Ryan (London), and Mark Ashford (Birmingham).

As  non-orchestral instrumentalists, it can be extremely difficult for guitarists to get involved with any form of ensemble playing, especially at a higher level: in many areas of the country there is no provision at all for classical guitar. GUITAR CIRCUS aims to address this need and nurture a new generation of guitarists. Learning in an ensemble environment is one of the most effective ways to develop those vital skills that orchestral instrumentalists learn as a matter of course: pulse, rhythm and sight-reading.

We plan to launch a third GUITAR CIRCUS ensemble in Manchester later on this year, under the direction of Craig Ogden.

You can find out more about GUITAR CIRCUS on its website: www.guitarcircus.org