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    • 11 Mar 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • 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




    • 25 Mar 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • Vineland Branch Library, 1450 Blossom Hill Rd., San Jose, CA 95118

    DIRECTIONS: Vineland Branch Library

    Host: Benett Zussman

    Prizes! Prizes! At evening's end, a lucky winner will receive our door prize of two tickets to a future SBGS virtuoso concert!

    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


    • 8 Apr 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • 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




    • 22 Apr 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • Vineland Branch Library, 1450 Blossom Hill Rd., San Jose, CA 95118

    DIRECTIONS: Vineland Branch Library

    Host: To be announced

    Prizes! Prizes! At evening's end, a lucky winner will receive our door prize of two tickets to a future SBGS virtuoso concert!

    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


    • 13 May 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • 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




Past events

25 Feb 2025 SBGS In-Person Open Mic
11 Feb 2025 SBGS Virtual Open Mic
9 Feb 2025 Open Mic at Dana Street Roasting Company
28 Jan 2025 SBGS In-Person Open Mic
14 Jan 2025 SBGS Virtual Open Mic
22 Dec 2024 Open Mic at Dana Street Roasting Company
10 Dec 2024 SBGS Virtual Open Mic
26 Nov 2024 SBGS In-Person Open Mic
12 Nov 2024 SBGS Virtual Open Mic
22 Oct 2024 SBGS In-Person Open Mic
8 Oct 2024 SBGS Virtual Open Mic
24 Sep 2024 SBGS In-Person Open Mic
10 Sep 2024 SBGS Virtual Open Mic
27 Aug 2024 SBGS In-Person Open Mic
13 Aug 2024 SBGS Virtual Open Mic
23 Jul 2024 SBGS In-Person Open Mic
9 Jul 2024 SBGS Virtual Open Mic
25 Jun 2024 SBGS In-Person Open Mic
11 Jun 2024 SBGS Virtual Open Mic
28 May 2024 SBGS In-Person Open Mic
14 May 2024 SBGS Virtual Open Mic
23 Apr 2024 SBGS In-Person Open Mic
9 Apr 2024 SBGS Virtual Open Mic
26 Mar 2024 SBGS In-Person Open Mic
12 Mar 2024 SBGS Virtual Open Mic
27 Feb 2024 SBGS In-Person Open Mic
13 Feb 2024 SBGS Virtual Open Mic
23 Jan 2024 SBGS In-Person Open Mic
9 Jan 2024 SBGS Virtual Open Mic
12 Dec 2023 SBGS Virtual Open Mic
28 Nov 2023 SBGS In-Person Open Mic
14 Nov 2023 SBGS Virtual Open Mic
24 Oct 2023 SBGS In-Person Open Mic
10 Oct 2023 SBGS Virtual Open Mic
26 Sep 2023 SBGS In-Person Open Mic
12 Sep 2023 SBGS Virtual Open Mic
22 Aug 2023 SBGS In-Person Open Mic
8 Aug 2023 SBGS Virtual Open Mic
25 Jul 2023 SBGS In-Person Open Mic
22 Jul 2023 Open Mic at Silicon Valley Classical Guitar School
11 Jul 2023 SBGS Virtual Open Mic
27 Jun 2023 SBGS In-Person Open Mic

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