Classical Guitar Immersion – Performance June 20-26, 2022

Classical Guitar Immersion – Performance Development – June 20-26, 2022 Mt. Angel Abbey, Mt Angel, Oregon. Maximum: 8

CGI is an immersion experience where a handful of guitarists participate in a week of performance preparation at the historic Mt. Angel Abbey, in Mt. Angel, Oregon. Students will be featured in a public performance for the Mt. Angel community. Also, new this year is an opening concert featuring myself and Mario Diaz in a tribute to Luthier Jeffrey Elliott

UPDATE: We are adding a space this year. Usually CGI is sold out before the open registration date of September 1st! Cancellations do happen so those who would like to be put on a waiting list can send a deposit of $495. You’ll be notified by the date when final payment is due, (April 5th) if there is a spot available. If there are no spots available for you you’ll be refunded your deposit by April 10th. The good news is that with your deposit you’ll get the preparation benefits of my online workshops in preparation for CGI.

In this close and intimate setting students get personal attention through daily masterclasses where technique, practice concepts, and performance skills — including the tools to help eliminate the effects of performance anxiety.

In addition to our daily masterclasses students will participate in a nightly ensemble rehearsal led by former Oregon Guitar Quartet member, Mario Diaz.

Monthly Classes on Performance and Theory

CGI is more than just a week-long workshop but rather the culmination of months of direction to help in your preparation. Beginning in September Mario and I will begin working with students on preparation of the works to be performed at CGI. I’ll be working with students on practice concepts and Mario will be working with students on Music and Fretboard Theory.

Mt. Angel Abbey in Mt. Angel, Oregon

Participants can enjoy the grounds of the historic Mt. Angel Abbey including panoramic views of the Willamette Valley, the library which contains historical documents, a natural history museum, coffee shop with pastries and even the Benedictine Brewery where the monks make some of the finest beers around. Their motto: “Drink and Believe”

Your Day at CGI

The daily schedule includes two master classes, ensemble rehearsal as well as technical and performance coaching. Spend your free time reviewing the video of your lesson, practice, compare notes, but also leave time to enjoy the grounds. It’s easy to find a few friends to walk the trails or grab an afternoon coffee.

Dining and Accomodations

A fantastic selection of food is available for our meals, served in buffet style, (and don’t forget the coffee shop pastries!)

In addition to a private room and bathroom three meals a day will be provided.

Repertoire

All levels are accepted at CGI. Strong preference will go to students familiar with my method. The only other requirement is that each student must be enrolled in lessons with either myself or Mario Diaz. Participants should arrive with at least two memorized and performable works as well as be prepared to release and perform the chosen ensemble work(s).

Feed and Deadlines

  • CGI cost is $2195.00 and includes all housing, meals and classes, concerts as well as monthly workshops prior to CGI.
  • A non-refundable deposit of $495.00 secures a spot. Registration to past participants opens immediately after the previous CGI and extends until September 1st.
  • Open Registration begins August 9th (earlier deposits will be taken for open registration and any spots that open on that date will be given on a first-come-first-served basis).
  • Final Fee for CGI Performance Due: March 1st
  • Final Repertoire List Due April 1st.
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Schedule

Monday, June 20th
1:00-3:00 Check-in
4:00-5:00 Student Performance Dress Rehearsal
5:00-6:00 Instrument Display (Jeffrey Elliott and Gregory Miller
6:30-7:30 Dinner 8:00 PM Scott Kritzer and Mario Diaz perform a tribute concert to luthier Jeffrey Elliott

Tuesday, June 21
8:00-9:00 Breakfast
9:30-11:30 Master Class
12:00-1:00 Lunch
1:00-3:30 Open
3:30-5:30 Master Class
6:00-7:00 Dinner
7:00-8:30 Ensemble Rehearsal

Wednesday, June 22
8:00-9:00 Breakfast
9:30-11:30 Master Class
12:00-1:00 Lunch
1:00-3:30 Open
3:30-5:30 Master Class
6:00-7:00 Dinner
7:00-8:30 Ensemble Rehearsal

Thursday, June 23
8:00-9:00 Breakfast
9:30-11:30 Master Class
12:00-1:00 Lunch
1:00-3:30 Open
3:30-5:30 Master Class
6:00-7:00 Dinner
7:00-8:30 Ensemble Rehearsal

Friday, June 24
8:00-9:00 Breakfast
9:30-11:30 Master Class
12:00-1:00 Lunch
1:00-3:30 Open
3:30-5:30 Master Class
6:00-7:00 Dinner
7:00-8:30 Ensemble Rehearsal

Saturday, June 25
8:00-9:00 Breakfast
9:30-11:30 Ensemble Rehearsal and Performance Staging
1:00-5:00 Open
5:00-6:00 Dinner
6:00-6:30 Performance Warm-up 7:00-8:30 Performance7:00-8:30 Performance

Sunday, June 26
8:00-9:00 Breakfast
9:30-11:30 Performance Review & Goals Set for 2023
12:00-1:00 Check-out

Schedule subject to change

Scott Kritzer

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