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• Guitar Technique Class

  • When
    29 Jul 2024
  •  
    6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
  • Location
    Online on Zoom

  
  

  Guitar Technique Survey Class

  Every 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.
  

  
  

   

  
  

  
  

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• Guitar Technique Class

  • When
    5 Aug 2024
  •  
    6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
  • Location
    Online on Zoom

  
  

  Guitar Technique Survey Class

  Every 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.
  

  
  

   

  
  

  
  

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• Guitar Technique Class

  • When
    12 Aug 2024
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    6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
  • Location
    Online on Zoom

  
  

  Guitar Technique Survey Class

  Every 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.
  

  
  

   

  
  

  
  

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• SBGS Virtual Open Mic

  • When
    13 Aug 2024
  •  
    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 Technique Class

  • When
    19 Aug 2024
  •  
    6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
  • Location
    Online on Zoom

  
  

  Guitar Technique Survey Class

  Every 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.
  

  
  

   

  
  

  
  

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• Guitar Technique Class

  • When
    26 Aug 2024
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    6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
  • Location
    Online on Zoom

  
  

  Guitar Technique Survey Class

  Every 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.
  

  
  

   

  
  

  
  

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• SBGS In-Person Open Mic

  • When
    27 Aug 2024
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    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Vineland Branch Library, 1450 Blossom Hill Rd., San Jose, CA 95118

  

  DIRECTIONS: Vineland Branch Library

  Host: To be announced

  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! 

  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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• Guitar Technique Class

  • When
    9 Sep 2024
  •  
    6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
  • Location
    Online on Zoom

  
  

  Guitar Technique Survey Class

  Every 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.
  

  
  

   

  
  

  
  

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• SBGS Virtual Open Mic

  • When
    10 Sep 2024
  •  
    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
    24 Sep 2024
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Vineland Branch Library, 1450 Blossom Hill Rd., San Jose, CA 95118

  

  DIRECTIONS: Vineland Branch Library

  Host: To be announced

  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! 

  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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• Guitar Technique Class

  • When
    30 Sep 2024
  •  
    6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
  • Location
    Online on Zoom

  
  

  Guitar Technique Survey Class

  Every 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.
  

  
  

   

  
  

  
  

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