St. Louis Classical Guitar presents the Guitar Masters Series 2025-26, six concerts of world-class guitarists at Salem United Methodist Church.

Purchase Spring Packages and single tickets now!

Saturday 2/28/2026: Jiji - Classical Goes Electric!

Saturday 3/21/2026: An Tran

Saturday 4/18/2026: Gaelle Solal  

To purchase tickets over the phone or for any ticketing questions, please contact Hannah Rainey:

• 314.567.5566, ex. 1

• hannah@stlclassicalguitar.org

December Special Blend - RESCHEDULED

Monday 2/23/26: W Mark Akin with the Chamber Music Society of St. Louis

Open Stage is an opportunity for guitarists in our community to perform for one another at Salem United Methodist in the chapel. Performers are encouraged to have an active SLCG Membership. All are welcome to perform and attend! Sign-up and more info:

Join us this concert season for six master classes, featuring local classical guitar students performing for our Guitar Masters Series guest artists. Master Classes will be held at Salem United Methodist Church in the chapel. All are welcome to attend!

The Gateway Guitar Quartet

• Wednesday, January 14 2026, 7-9pm @ the Cheshire Inn - Free and open to the public.

The St. Louis Classical Guitar Orchestra:

• Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 3pm - Immanuel Lutheran Church in Washington, MO

• Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 3pm - Chapel Venue, St. Louis

Our Programs

St. Louis Classical Guitar (SLCG), previously known as the St. Louis Classical Guitar Society, is a non-profit arts agency whose mission is to promote positive impact through classical guitar performance and education. Founded in 1963 by students of George C. Krick, SLCG is the third oldest organization in the nation centered around classical guitar. Now in 2024, SLCG seeks to serve the St. Louis community through innovative, high-quality, and relevant programming.

Concert Series

Our Guitar Masters Concert Series brings the greatest guitarists in the world to St. Louis for intimate concerts at Salem United Methodist and the 560 Music Center. Over the years we have hosted artists such as Manuel Barrueco, David Russell, and Julian Bream – and each concert ends with an opportunity to meet the artists.

Inside Classical Guitar

Inside Classical Guitar is SLCG’s weekly Radio Show. Hosted by W Mark Akin and airing on Radio Arts Foundation (107.3 FM) Monday’s at 7pm, the show takes listeners on a journey through the beauty of classical guitar.

Guitar Horizons

At the heart of SLCG’s community impact is our Guitar Horizons Education Program. Focused mainly in North County and St. Louis City, Guitar Horizons provides the resources necessary for building and sustaining a thriving guitar program in local schools.

Community Orchestra

Open to Members interested in performing in a large ensemble, our 25 person Guitar Orchestra rehearses twice monthly and performs several times a year for community events.

Get Involved

Your support makes the work that we do possible. There are many ways to get involved with St. Louis Classical Guitar and the options below are only a few examples. For more information, or to start a conversation about getting involved, please Contact Us.

Become a Member

Members receive a Membership Card and a variety of benefits including discounts on concerts and more.