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• SBGS Virtual Open Mic

  • When
    10 Mar 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Online on Zoom (see button for link)

  
  

  VIRTUAL Open Mic Zoom Link
  

  Performer Signup

  Host:  Sebastian Quintero

  At the 7:00 p.m. Open Mic start, use the Zoom link to join. If you'd like to perform, fill out the "Performer Signup" form beforehand. Performance order is first-come first-served, although those under 18 can go first. The class will end after everyone has played and may conclude before 9 p.m. 

  Everyone is welcome: Performers of all levels from beginner to professional are warmly received and encouraged. As we are a guitar society, only solo guitarists and ensembles that include at least one guitarist may play.

  Acoustic only: Finger-picking styles only. Soloists and ensembles of guitar and other instruments such as violin, flute and ukulele are welcome.

  Maximum time per performer: 10 minutes

  Setup recommendation for performers:
  

  An external microphone such as a Zoom USB digital microphone is recommended for good sound quality. For example, the Zoom H1n works very well. If you don’t have one, the microphone in your computer or mobile device will be adequate.

  We recommend that you install the latest version of Zoom. Go to the Zoom/Check for Updates menu item and run the update, or go to Download Zoom Update.

  Finally, we recommend that you turn on Original Sound while you are performing and turn if off when not performing.

  Contact: 408-915-SBGS

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Guitar Virtuoso Yuri Liberzon In Concert

  • When
    13 Mar 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM - 8:15 PM
  • Location
    1077 Independence Avenue, Mountain View, CA

  YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED

  Musical Elegies

  A GUITAR TRIBUTE CONCERT

  Dear Friend,

  I'd love for you to join me for a very special evening.

  On Friday March 13 at 7:00 p.m., I'll be performing at Samovar in Mountain View  — an intimate space that I think you'll really enjoy.

  

  ▶ Watch video: About the concert

  "There is nothing Yuri cannot do on the guitar. His virtuosity is understated and elegant."

  — Six String Journal

  "If there were anyone in the classical guitar world that could manage to combine musical elegance with architectural logic, it would be Yuri Liberzon."

  — Classical Guitar Magazine

  I've put together a program that's close to my heart — a journey through centuries of guitar music, from the Renaissance beauty of Luys de Narváez and the contrapuntal genius of J.S. Bach, through the Romantic lyricism of J.K. Mertz and the shimmering colors of Isaac Albéniz, to the fiery passion of Astor Piazzolla. You'll also hear works by R. Sainz de la Maza, Konstantin Vassiliev, and Sergei Rudnev — pieces that showcase the remarkable depth and range of our instrument. The program will include music from my past albums as well as a preview of pieces from my upcoming, yet-to-be-released recording.

  This is the kind of evening I treasure most: beautiful music, a warm room, and an audience that truly listens.

  Friday, March 13, 2026 · 7:00 PM

  Samovar  

  1077 Independence Ave, Mountain View, CA 94043

  $30 in advance  |  $35 at the door

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  After the concert, I'd love to meet you in person — I'll be signing CDs and happy to chat about the music, the guitar, or anything on your mind.

  I hope to see you there.

  Warmly,

  Yuri Liberzon

   

  
  

  
  

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• SBGS In-Person Open Mic

  • When
    29 Mar 2026
  •  
    3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    West Valley Branch Library 1243 San Tomas Aquino Road, San Jose

  

  DIRECTIONS

  Host:  Ken Emerick 

  Everyone is Welcome: Performers at any level from beginners to professionals are warmly encouraged. As we are a guitar society, only solo guitarists and ensembles that include at least one guitarist may play. No charge to play or attend. Please bring your own footstool and music stand if needed! Or, just sit in the audience and enjoy.

  Acoustic Only: Finger-picking nylon-string styles. Guitar soloists and ensembles that include other instruments with guitar are welcome.

  Maximum time per performer: 10 minutes

  Playing order: To play, sign in when you arrive. Performance order is first-come first-served, though players under age 18 may go first.

  Contact: 408-915-SBGS

  
  

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• Masterclass with Guitar Virtuoso Kyuhee Park

  • When
    5 Apr 2026
  •  
    12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
  • Location
    To be announced

  Registration is closed

  
  

  Masterclass with Guitar Virtuoso Kyuhee Park

  Please note the 12:30 p.m. start time of the class.

  Admission to audit is free.

  Please note that performers are limited to TWO masterclasses for the 2025-2026 season. If you'd like to be placed on a waitlist for a third masterclass, or if you want to join a waitlist for a class that's already full, please email sbgs.secretary@gmail.com and indicate which class you're interested in. 

  Location to be announced

  Directions

  The South Bay Guitar Society is pleased to present a masterclass with guitar virtuoso Kyuhee Park. Four players will perform individually and receive feedback from Park in this educational event.  

  Registration required for the four performer slots. Performers under aged 18 must have a parent or guardian accompanying them at all times during the class. 

   

   

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• Open Mic at Dana Street Roasting Company

  • When
    12 Apr 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Dana Street Roasting Co., 744 West Dana Street, Mountain View

  Open Mic: Presented by South Bay Guitar Society and Dana Street Roasting Company

  With host Chandra Rajagopal 

  Directions
  

  
  

  The South Bay Guitar Society and Dana Street Roasting Company in Mountain View are pleased to present an open mic for classical and fingerstyle guitarists of all levels. Bring your guitar, sip some coffee, and enjoy the music! Free to perform!

  Host Chandra Rajagopal

  Based in Palo Alto, Chandra Rajagopal completed his studies in electrical engineering and classical guitar performance in 2010 from the University of Southern California. His musical adventures continue through composition, session guitar work, and various bands in Los Angeles and the South Bay. Chandra is also currently focused on introducing the guitar to his youngest student (his toddler) and is eager to make musical connections across the Bay Area.  

  

  www.danastreetroasting.com

  www.sbgs.org

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• SBGS Virtual Open Mic

  • When
    14 Apr 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Online on Zoom (see button for link)

  
  

  VIRTUAL Open Mic Zoom Link
  

  Performer Signup

  Host:  Sebastian Quintero

  At the 7:00 p.m. Open Mic start, use the Zoom link to join. If you'd like to perform, fill out the "Performer Signup" form beforehand. Performance order is first-come first-served, although those under 18 can go first. The class will end after everyone has played and may conclude before 9 p.m. 

  Everyone is welcome: Performers of all levels from beginner to professional are warmly received and encouraged. As we are a guitar society, only solo guitarists and ensembles that include at least one guitarist may play.

  Acoustic only: Finger-picking styles only. Soloists and ensembles of guitar and other instruments such as violin, flute and ukulele are welcome.

  Maximum time per performer: 10 minutes

  Setup recommendation for performers:
  

  An external microphone such as a Zoom USB digital microphone is recommended for good sound quality. For example, the Zoom H1n works very well. If you don’t have one, the microphone in your computer or mobile device will be adequate.

  We recommend that you install the latest version of Zoom. Go to the Zoom/Check for Updates menu item and run the update, or go to Download Zoom Update.

  Finally, we recommend that you turn on Original Sound while you are performing and turn if off when not performing.

  Contact: 408-915-SBGS

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• SBGS In-Person Open Mic

  • When
    26 Apr 2026
  •  
    3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    West Valley Branch Library, 1243 San Tomas Aquino Road, San Jose

  

  DIRECTIONS

  Host:  Ken Emerick 

  Everyone is Welcome: Performers at any level from beginners to professionals are warmly encouraged. As we are a guitar society, only solo guitarists and ensembles that include at least one guitarist may play. No charge to play or attend. Please bring your own footstool and music stand if needed! Or, just sit in the audience and enjoy.

  Acoustic Only: Finger-picking nylon-string styles. Guitar soloists and ensembles that include other instruments with guitar are welcome.

  Maximum time per performer: 10 minutes

  Playing order: To play, sign in when you arrive. Performance order is first-come first-served, though players under age 18 may go first.

  Contact: 408-915-SBGS

  
  

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• Masterclass with Guitar Virtuoso Edith Pageaud

  • When
    3 May 2026
  •  
    12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
  • Location
    To be announced

  Registration is closed

  
  

  Masterclass with Guitar Virtuoso Edith Pageaud

  Please note the start time of 12:30 p.m.

  Admission to audit is free.

  Please note that performers are limited to TWO masterclasses for the 2025-2026 season. If you'd like to be placed on a waitlist for a third masterclass, or if you want to join a waitlist for a class that's already full, please email sbgs.secretary@gmail.com and indicate which class you're interested in.

  Location to be announced

  Directions

  The South Bay Guitar Society is pleased to present a masterclass with guitar virtuoso Edith Pageaud. Four players will perform individually and receive feedback from Pageaud in this educational event.   

  Registration required for the four performer slots. Performers under aged 18 must have a parent or guardian accompanying them at all times during the class. 

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• SBGS Virtual Open Mic

  • When
    12 May 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Online on Zoom (see button for link)

  
  

  VIRTUAL Open Mic Zoom Link
  

  Performer Signup

  Host:  Sebastian Quintero

  At the 7:00 p.m. Open Mic start, use the Zoom link to join. If you'd like to perform, fill out the "Performer Signup" form beforehand. Performance order is first-come first-served, although those under 18 can go first. The class will end after everyone has played and may conclude before 9 p.m. 

  Everyone is welcome: Performers of all levels from beginner to professional are warmly received and encouraged. As we are a guitar society, only solo guitarists and ensembles that include at least one guitarist may play.

  Acoustic only: Finger-picking styles only. Soloists and ensembles of guitar and other instruments such as violin, flute and ukulele are welcome.

  Maximum time per performer: 10 minutes

  Setup recommendation for performers:
  

  An external microphone such as a Zoom USB digital microphone is recommended for good sound quality. For example, the Zoom H1n works very well. If you don’t have one, the microphone in your computer or mobile device will be adequate.

  We recommend that you install the latest version of Zoom. Go to the Zoom/Check for Updates menu item and run the update, or go to Download Zoom Update.

  Finally, we recommend that you turn on Original Sound while you are performing and turn if off when not performing.

  Contact: 408-915-SBGS

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Open Mic at Dana Street Roasting Company

  • When
    17 May 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Dana Street Roasting Co., 744 West Dana Street, Mountain View

  Open Mic: Presented by South Bay Guitar Society and Dana Street Roasting Company

  With host Chandra Rajagopal 

  Directions
  

  
  

  The South Bay Guitar Society and Dana Street Roasting Company in Mountain View are pleased to present an open mic for classical and fingerstyle guitarists of all levels. Bring your guitar, sip some coffee, and enjoy the music! Free to perform!

  Host Chandra Rajagopal

  Based in Palo Alto, Chandra Rajagopal completed his studies in electrical engineering and classical guitar performance in 2010 from the University of Southern California. His musical adventures continue through composition, session guitar work, and various bands in Los Angeles and the South Bay. Chandra is also currently focused on introducing the guitar to his youngest student (his toddler) and is eager to make musical connections across the Bay Area.  

  

  www.danastreetroasting.com

  www.sbgs.org

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• SBGS In-Person Open Mic

  • When
    31 May 2026
  •  
    3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    West Valley branch library, 1243 San Tomas Aquino Road, San Jose

  

  DIRECTIONS

  Host:  Ken Emerick 

  Everyone is Welcome: Performers at any level from beginners to professionals are warmly encouraged. As we are a guitar society, only solo guitarists and ensembles that include at least one guitarist may play. No charge to play or attend. Please bring your own footstool and music stand if needed! Or, just sit in the audience and enjoy.

  Acoustic Only: Finger-picking nylon-string styles. Guitar soloists and ensembles that include other instruments with guitar are welcome.

  Maximum time per performer: 10 minutes

  Playing order: To play, sign in when you arrive. Performance order is first-come first-served, though players under age 18 may go first.

  Contact: 408-915-SBGS

  
  

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• SBGS Virtual Open Mic

  • When
    16 Jun 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Online on Zoom (see button for link)

  
  

  VIRTUAL Open Mic Zoom Link
  

  Performer Signup

  Please note the new date of June 16 for this online open mic. The following online open mic will be July 14, as previously scheduled.

  Host:  Sebastian Quintero

  At the 7:00 p.m. Open Mic start, use the Zoom link to join. If you'd like to perform, fill out the "Performer Signup" form beforehand. Performance order is first-come first-served, although those under 18 can go first. The class will end after everyone has played and may conclude before 9 p.m. 

  Everyone is welcome: Performers of all levels from beginner to professional are warmly received and encouraged. As we are a guitar society, only solo guitarists and ensembles that include at least one guitarist may play.

  Acoustic only: Finger-picking styles only. Soloists and ensembles of guitar and other instruments such as violin, flute and ukulele are welcome.

  Maximum time per performer: 10 minutes

  Setup recommendation for performers:
  

  An external microphone such as a Zoom USB digital microphone is recommended for good sound quality. For example, the Zoom H1n works very well. If you don’t have one, the microphone in your computer or mobile device will be adequate.

  We recommend that you install the latest version of Zoom. Go to the Zoom/Check for Updates menu item and run the update, or go to Download Zoom Update.

  Finally, we recommend that you turn on Original Sound while you are performing and turn if off when not performing.

  Contact: 408-915-SBGS

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• SBGS Virtual Open Mic

  • When
    14 Jul 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Online on Zoom (see button for link)

  
  

  VIRTUAL Open Mic Zoom Link
  

  Performer Signup

  Host:  Sebastian Quintero

  At the 7:00 p.m. Open Mic start, use the Zoom link to join. If you'd like to perform, fill out the "Performer Signup" form beforehand. Performance order is first-come first-served, although those under 18 can go first. The class will end after everyone has played and may conclude before 9 p.m. 

  Everyone is welcome: Performers of all levels from beginner to professional are warmly received and encouraged. As we are a guitar society, only solo guitarists and ensembles that include at least one guitarist may play.

  Acoustic only: Finger-picking styles only. Soloists and ensembles of guitar and other instruments such as violin, flute and ukulele are welcome.

  Maximum time per performer: 10 minutes

  Setup recommendation for performers:
  

  An external microphone such as a Zoom USB digital microphone is recommended for good sound quality. For example, the Zoom H1n works very well. If you don’t have one, the microphone in your computer or mobile device will be adequate.

  We recommend that you install the latest version of Zoom. Go to the Zoom/Check for Updates menu item and run the update, or go to Download Zoom Update.

  Finally, we recommend that you turn on Original Sound while you are performing and turn if off when not performing.

  Contact: 408-915-SBGS

  
  

  
  

  
  

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