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Upcoming Events

Posted on October 2, 2016 by

Lots of upcoming events – this is just for the rest of the year. 2017 is equally busy! Performances from the stage, radio, master classes and ensemble offerings. You can try to read the board or just check out my … Continue reading →

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Guitar Salon with Open Mic featuring Classical Guitarist Scott Kritzer

Posted on August 25, 2016 by

Scott Kritzer brings decades of performing experience to a series of performance demonstrations called Fireside Chats to be held in the Beaverton First United Methodist Church’s Fireside Room. Kritzer, who often engages his audiences in concert, will discuss the stories behind the … Continue reading →

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Performance Anxiety Rehab Workshop with PAR PODS Begins September, 2016

Posted on August 1, 2016 by

I’ll be offering my popular Performance Anxiety Rehab Workshop beginning September 10th, 2016 and continuing on September 24th, October 15th and 29th from 2:00-3:30 pm PDT with PAR PODS to follow throughout the remainder of the year. Performance Anxiety Rehab (PAR) … Continue reading →

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Monthly Master Class January 21, 2:00-3:30 PM SKYPE friendly

Posted on July 15, 2016 by

Monthly Master Class Groups are a unique form of semi-independent study for the student of the classical guitar. Perhaps you’re too busy for weekly lessons and the practice time that comes with that commitment. Or perhaps you can’t afford the cost … Continue reading →

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Classical Guitar Immersion – June 16th-23rd, 2017 in Corbett, Oregon

Posted on July 8, 2016 by

Classical Guitar Immersion – Performance Development June 16th-23rd, 2017 CGI is an immersion experience where 7 guitarists join for a week of performance preparation on the historic Columbia River Gorge at the Menucha Retreat and Conference Center in Corbett, Oregon. … Continue reading →

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Road to Guitar Recovery – Part 1, Musicianship

Posted on May 22, 2016 by

My four month hiatus from playing taught me a lot about the guitar. Since my methodical return I have gained new technical, musical and performance skills. I hope guitarists, and perhaps even non-guitarists find these posts worth following. Guitarists who want … Continue reading →

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Clatskanie Cultural Center Concert June 5th, 2016

Posted on May 15, 2016 by

On Sunday June 5th I’ll be performing an afternoon program at the newly remodeled Birkenfield theatre located in the Clatskanie Cultural Center, 75 South Nehalem in Clatskanie, Oregon. The concert begins at 3 pm. Tickets are $10 and may be reserved by … Continue reading →

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25th Annual Northwest Guitar Festival Recap and 2017 Festival Announcement

Posted on April 15, 2016 by

The 25th Annual Northwest Guitar Festival took place the last weekend in March at the University of Idaho in Moscow, Idaho under founding director James Reid. The festival was started in 1991 to give students in the Northwest an opportunity to attend an … Continue reading →

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All Classical Portland Radio Station Performance – Thursday May 12, 2016

Posted on April 14, 2016 by

Each week, All Classical Portland presents Thursdays @ Three, live broadcast concerts showcasing local musicians, arts partners, and visiting artists.  Senior Announcer Robert McBride hosts the lively format of music-making and conversation for members of an intimate studio audience. Live Studio Audience Reservation … Continue reading →

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Michael Hermes takes 1st Place at the NW Guitar Festival Youth Competition in Moscow, Idaho

Posted on April 12, 2016 by

Fifteen year old classical guitarist Michael Hermes, (Kritzer Studio student since 2012) took first place in the 25th Annual Northwest Guitar Festival’s Youth Division Competition held at the University of Idaho in Moscow, Idaho. The Youth Competition was made possible … Continue reading →

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