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SBGS Community Engagement

Our Mission

    • To bring acoustic, fingerstyle, classical guitar as a cultural offering to the community through performance and interactive demonstrations, and to connect the community to local resources.
      • Events at senior-care and healthcare facilities, social service facilities, libraries, museums, and underserved areas
      • Group instruction and informal performances in schools
      • Informal daytime performances on corporate campuses
    • To raise the profile of the acoustic, fingerstyle, classical guitar and SBGS
      • Increase participation and attendance at SBGS activities
      • Increase SBGS membership

        SBGS community events are free of charge to the participating institutions and audiences 


        Community Engagement Events

        Upcoming events

          • 22 Dec 2024
          • 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
          • 744 West Dana Street, Mountain View


          Directions

          Performer Signup

          The South Bay Guitar Society and Dana Street Roasting Company are pleased to present an Open Mic welcoming classical and fingerstyle guitarists of all levels. Bring your guitar, sip some coffee, and enjoy the music! Signup is free.

          All attendees will have a chance to win a door prize of two tickets to the South Bay Guitar Society's upcoming concert featuring world-renowned virtuoso Marco Topchii.

          www.sbgs.org

          www.danastreetroasting.com




          • 13 Jan 2025
          • 6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
          • Online on Zoom


          Guitar Technique Survey Class

          Every other Monday at 6:45 - 7:45 p.m. on Zoom

           Zoom link to Technique Class 

          Instructor:  Sebastian Quintero

          Welcome to Technique Workout! We'll cover fretboard knowledge, tone production and rhythm as well as other issues related to these areas. Each class will include structured exercises performed as a group and discussions of using technique to achieve more depth in your playing. This class is intended for guitarists of all levels, including beginners and longtime players. Join us to sharpen your technique and musicianship and improve your expression through your music!

          Use the Zoom link above to join the class at 6:45 p.m. 

          Setup recommendation for participants:

          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.  

          About the instructor: 

          Specializing in jazz and Spanish guitar, Sebastian Quintero received his degree in 2019 from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music under the tutelage of Marc Teicholz and has been a working musician since. As a soloist, Quintero has delighted audiences along the West coast in venues ranging from intimate house concerts to large concert halls. Quintero resides in Redmond, Wash., where he is a full-time performing musician.


           



          • 27 Jan 2025
          • 6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
          • Online on Zoom


          Guitar Technique Survey Class

          Every other Monday at 6:45 - 7:45 p.m. on Zoom

           Zoom link to Technique Class 

          Instructor:  Sebastian Quintero

          Welcome to Technique Workout! We'll cover fretboard knowledge, tone production and rhythm as well as other issues related to these areas. Each class will include structured exercises performed as a group and discussions of using technique to achieve more depth in your playing. This class is intended for guitarists of all levels, including beginners and longtime players. Join us to sharpen your technique and musicianship and improve your expression through your music!

          Use the Zoom link above to join the class at 6:45 p.m. 

          Setup recommendation for participants:

          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.  

          About the instructor: 

          Specializing in jazz and Spanish guitar, Sebastian Quintero received his degree in 2019 from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music under the tutelage of Marc Teicholz and has been a working musician since. As a soloist, Quintero has delighted audiences along the West coast in venues ranging from intimate house concerts to large concert halls. Quintero resides in Redmond, Wash., where he is a full-time performing musician.


           



          • 10 Feb 2025
          • 6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
          • Online on Zoom


          Guitar Technique Survey Class

          Every other Monday at 6:45 - 7:45 p.m. on Zoom

           Zoom link to Technique Class 

          Instructor:  Sebastian Quintero

          Welcome to Technique Workout! We'll cover fretboard knowledge, tone production and rhythm as well as other issues related to these areas. Each class will include structured exercises performed as a group and discussions of using technique to achieve more depth in your playing. This class is intended for guitarists of all levels, including beginners and longtime players. Join us to sharpen your technique and musicianship and improve your expression through your music!

          Use the Zoom link above to join the class at 6:45 p.m. 

          Setup recommendation for participants:

          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.  

          About the instructor: 

          Specializing in jazz and Spanish guitar, Sebastian Quintero received his degree in 2019 from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music under the tutelage of Marc Teicholz and has been a working musician since. As a soloist, Quintero has delighted audiences along the West coast in venues ranging from intimate house concerts to large concert halls. Quintero resides in Redmond, Wash., where he is a full-time performing musician.


           



          • 24 Feb 2025
          • 6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
          • Online on Zoom


          Guitar Technique Survey Class

          Every other Monday at 6:45 - 7:45 p.m. on Zoom

           Zoom link to Technique Class 

          Instructor:  Sebastian Quintero

          Welcome to Technique Workout! We'll cover fretboard knowledge, tone production and rhythm as well as other issues related to these areas. Each class will include structured exercises performed as a group and discussions of using technique to achieve more depth in your playing. This class is intended for guitarists of all levels, including beginners and longtime players. Join us to sharpen your technique and musicianship and improve your expression through your music!

          Use the Zoom link above to join the class at 6:45 p.m. 

          Setup recommendation for participants:

          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.  

          About the instructor: 

          Specializing in jazz and Spanish guitar, Sebastian Quintero received his degree in 2019 from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music under the tutelage of Marc Teicholz and has been a working musician since. As a soloist, Quintero has delighted audiences along the West coast in venues ranging from intimate house concerts to large concert halls. Quintero resides in Redmond, Wash., where he is a full-time performing musician.


           



          • 10 Mar 2025
          • 6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
          • Online on Zoom


          Guitar Technique Survey Class

          Every other Monday at 6:45 - 7:45 p.m. on Zoom

           Zoom link to Technique Class 

          Instructor:  Sebastian Quintero

          Welcome to Technique Workout! We'll cover fretboard knowledge, tone production and rhythm as well as other issues related to these areas. Each class will include structured exercises performed as a group and discussions of using technique to achieve more depth in your playing. This class is intended for guitarists of all levels, including beginners and longtime players. Join us to sharpen your technique and musicianship and improve your expression through your music!

          Use the Zoom link above to join the class at 6:45 p.m. 

          Setup recommendation for participants:

          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.  

          About the instructor: 

          Specializing in jazz and Spanish guitar, Sebastian Quintero received his degree in 2019 from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music under the tutelage of Marc Teicholz and has been a working musician since. As a soloist, Quintero has delighted audiences along the West coast in venues ranging from intimate house concerts to large concert halls. Quintero resides in Redmond, Wash., where he is a full-time performing musician.


           



          • 24 Mar 2025
          • 6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
          • Online on Zoom


          Guitar Technique Survey Class

          Every other Monday at 6:45 - 7:45 p.m. on Zoom

           Zoom link to Technique Class 

          Instructor:  Sebastian Quintero

          Welcome to Technique Workout! We'll cover fretboard knowledge, tone production and rhythm as well as other issues related to these areas. Each class will include structured exercises performed as a group and discussions of using technique to achieve more depth in your playing. This class is intended for guitarists of all levels, including beginners and longtime players. Join us to sharpen your technique and musicianship and improve your expression through your music!

          Use the Zoom link above to join the class at 6:45 p.m. 

          Setup recommendation for participants:

          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.  

          About the instructor: 

          Specializing in jazz and Spanish guitar, Sebastian Quintero received his degree in 2019 from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music under the tutelage of Marc Teicholz and has been a working musician since. As a soloist, Quintero has delighted audiences along the West coast in venues ranging from intimate house concerts to large concert halls. Quintero resides in Redmond, Wash., where he is a full-time performing musician.


           



          • 7 Apr 2025
          • 6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
          • Online on Zoom


          Guitar Technique Survey Class

          Every other Monday at 6:45 - 7:45 p.m. on Zoom

           Zoom link to Technique Class 

          Instructor:  Sebastian Quintero

          Welcome to Technique Workout! We'll cover fretboard knowledge, tone production and rhythm as well as other issues related to these areas. Each class will include structured exercises performed as a group and discussions of using technique to achieve more depth in your playing. This class is intended for guitarists of all levels, including beginners and longtime players. Join us to sharpen your technique and musicianship and improve your expression through your music!

          Use the Zoom link above to join the class at 6:45 p.m. 

          Setup recommendation for participants:

          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.  

          About the instructor: 

          Specializing in jazz and Spanish guitar, Sebastian Quintero received his degree in 2019 from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music under the tutelage of Marc Teicholz and has been a working musician since. As a soloist, Quintero has delighted audiences along the West coast in venues ranging from intimate house concerts to large concert halls. Quintero resides in Redmond, Wash., where he is a full-time performing musician.


           



          • 21 Apr 2025
          • 6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
          • Online on Zoom


          Guitar Technique Survey Class

          Every other Monday at 6:45 - 7:45 p.m. on Zoom

           Zoom link to Technique Class 

          Instructor:  Sebastian Quintero

          Welcome to Technique Workout! We'll cover fretboard knowledge, tone production and rhythm as well as other issues related to these areas. Each class will include structured exercises performed as a group and discussions of using technique to achieve more depth in your playing. This class is intended for guitarists of all levels, including beginners and longtime players. Join us to sharpen your technique and musicianship and improve your expression through your music!

          Use the Zoom link above to join the class at 6:45 p.m. 

          Setup recommendation for participants:

          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.  

          About the instructor: 

          Specializing in jazz and Spanish guitar, Sebastian Quintero received his degree in 2019 from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music under the tutelage of Marc Teicholz and has been a working musician since. As a soloist, Quintero has delighted audiences along the West coast in venues ranging from intimate house concerts to large concert halls. Quintero resides in Redmond, Wash., where he is a full-time performing musician.


           



          • 5 May 2025
          • 6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
          • Online on Zoom


          Guitar Technique Survey Class

          Every other Monday at 6:45 - 7:45 p.m. on Zoom

           Zoom link to Technique Class 

          Instructor:  Sebastian Quintero

          Welcome to Technique Workout! We'll cover fretboard knowledge, tone production and rhythm as well as other issues related to these areas. Each class will include structured exercises performed as a group and discussions of using technique to achieve more depth in your playing. This class is intended for guitarists of all levels, including beginners and longtime players. Join us to sharpen your technique and musicianship and improve your expression through your music!

          Use the Zoom link above to join the class at 6:45 p.m. 

          Setup recommendation for participants:

          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.  

          About the instructor: 

          Specializing in jazz and Spanish guitar, Sebastian Quintero received his degree in 2019 from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music under the tutelage of Marc Teicholz and has been a working musician since. As a soloist, Quintero has delighted audiences along the West coast in venues ranging from intimate house concerts to large concert halls. Quintero resides in Redmond, Wash., where he is a full-time performing musician.


           



          • 19 May 2025
          • 6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
          • Online on Zoom


          Guitar Technique Survey Class

          Every other Monday at 6:45 - 7:45 p.m. on Zoom

           Zoom link to Technique Class 

          Instructor:  Sebastian Quintero

          Welcome to Technique Workout! We'll cover fretboard knowledge, tone production and rhythm as well as other issues related to these areas. Each class will include structured exercises performed as a group and discussions of using technique to achieve more depth in your playing. This class is intended for guitarists of all levels, including beginners and longtime players. Join us to sharpen your technique and musicianship and improve your expression through your music!

          Use the Zoom link above to join the class at 6:45 p.m. 

          Setup recommendation for participants:

          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.  

          About the instructor: 

          Specializing in jazz and Spanish guitar, Sebastian Quintero received his degree in 2019 from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music under the tutelage of Marc Teicholz and has been a working musician since. As a soloist, Quintero has delighted audiences along the West coast in venues ranging from intimate house concerts to large concert halls. Quintero resides in Redmond, Wash., where he is a full-time performing musician.


           



        Past events

        7 Dec 2024 South Bay Guitar Ensemble
        2 Dec 2024 Guitar Technique Class
        18 Nov 2024 Guitar Technique Class
        4 Nov 2024 Guitar Technique Class
        28 Oct 2024 Guitar Technique Class
        21 Oct 2024 Guitar Technique Class
        7 Oct 2024 Guitar Technique Class
        30 Sep 2024 Guitar Technique Class
        23 Sep 2024 Guitar Technique Class
        16 Sep 2024 Guitar Technique Class
        9 Sep 2024 Guitar Technique Class
        26 Aug 2024 Guitar Technique Class
        19 Aug 2024 Guitar Technique Class
        18 Aug 2024 Bowen Zheng, Classical Guitarist - FREE LIBRARY EVENT
        16 Aug 2024 Bowen Zheng, Classical Guitarist - FREE LIBRARY EVENT
        12 Aug 2024 Guitar Technique Class
        5 Aug 2024 Guitar Technique Class
        29 Jul 2024 Guitar Technique Class
        22 Jul 2024 Guitar Technique Class
        15 Jul 2024 Guitar Technique Class
        8 Jul 2024 Guitar Technique Class
        1 Jul 2024 Guitar Technique Class
        24 Jun 2024 Guitar Technique Class
        17 Jun 2024 Guitar Technique Class
        10 Jun 2024 Guitar Technique Class
        3 Jun 2024 Guitar Technique Survey Class
        20 May 2024 Guitar Technique Survey Class
        13 May 2024 Guitar Technique Survey Class
        6 May 2024 Guitar Technique Survey Class
        29 Apr 2024 Guitar Technique Survey Class
        28 Apr 2024 Private Event at Mission Skilled Nursing & Subacute Center
        22 Apr 2024 Guitar Technique Survey Class
        15 Apr 2024 Guitar Technique Survey Class
        14 Apr 2024 Private Event at Sunnyvale Post-Acute Center
        8 Apr 2024 Guitar Technique Survey Class
        1 Apr 2024 Guitar Technique Survey Class
        26 Mar 2024 Guitar Night: Campbell Library & SJG School of Music
        25 Mar 2024 Guitar Technique Survey Class
        18 Mar 2024 Guitar Technique Survey Class
        11 Mar 2024 Guitar Technique Survey Class
        10 Mar 2024 The Big Guitar Show
        10 Mar 2024 The Big Guitar Show
        4 Mar 2024 Guitar Technique Survey Class
        2 Mar 2024 2024 Jerry Snyder GuitarFest
        26 Feb 2024 Guitar Technique Survey Class
        18 Feb 2024 Juan Carlos Navarro, guitar - FREE LIBRARY EVENT
        12 Feb 2024 Guitar Technique Survey Class
        5 Feb 2024 Guitar Technique Survey Class
        3 Feb 2024 SBGS Ensemble Rehearsal
        29 Jan 2024 Guitar Technique Survey Class
        28 Jan 2024 Private Event at Mission Skilled Nursing & Subacute Center
        27 Jan 2024 SBGS Ensemble Rehearsal
        26 Jan 2024 Private Event at Shires Memorial Center
        22 Jan 2024 Guitar Technique Survey Class
        21 Jan 2024 Wasska Project, guitar and cajon duo - FREE LIBRARY EVENT
        14 Jan 2024 Private Event at Sunnyvale Post-Acute Center
        13 Jan 2024 Janet Noguera, Classical Guitarist - FREE LIBRARY EVENT
        13 Jan 2024 SBGS Ensemble Rehearsal
        24 Dec 2023 Private Event at Mission Skilled Nursing & Subacute Center
        10 Dec 2023 Private Event at Sunnyvale Post-Acute Center
        9 Dec 2023 SBGS Ensemble Rehearsal
        2 Dec 2023 SBGS Ensemble Rehearsal
        26 Nov 2023 Private Event at Mission Skilled Nursing & Subacute Center
        18 Nov 2023 SBGS Ensemble Rehearsal
        12 Nov 2023 Private Event at Sunnyvale Post-Acute Center
        11 Nov 2023 SBGS Ensemble Rehearsal
        4 Nov 2023 SBGS Ensemble Rehearsal
        21 Oct 2023 SBGS Ensemble Rehearsal
        14 Oct 2023 Performance Anxiety Workshop with Daniel Ramjattan
        14 Oct 2023 SBGS Ensemble Rehearsal
        8 Oct 2023 Private Event at Sunnyvale Post-Acute Center
        30 Sep 2023 SBGS Ensemble Rehearsal
        25 Aug 2023 A Classical Guitar Concert to benefit Pajaro Middle School
        16 Aug 2023 Classical guitarist Chris Shahin - PRIVATE EVENT
        16 Jul 2023 Bowen Zheng, Classical Guitarist - FREE LIBRARY EVENT
        11 Jul 2023 Bowen Zheng, Classical Guitarist - FREE LIBRARY EVENT
        9 Jul 2023 Bowen Zheng, Classical Guitarist - FREE LIBRARY EVENT
        8 Jul 2023 Bowen Zheng, Classical Guitarist - PRIVATE EVENT
        7 Jul 2023 Bowen Zheng, Classical Guitarist - FREE PERFORMANCE EVENT

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