New for 2017! Our Boston GuitarFest Academy program is an exclusive, extended prep course for guitarists ages 16-21, running 7 days from June 26-July 2.
Boston GuitarFest XII, “Feria Latina” is proud to introduce a new beta program, Boston GuitarFest Academy, specifically constructed to help serious guitarists ages 16-21 prepare for musical life as a classical guitarist.
Visit to Boston’s Museum of Fine Arts
Access to all GuitarFest concerts
Seminars, workshops, and Luthiers’ Expo
* Lesson placement based on preference, faculty availability, and audition videos
Academy Schedule
Admission is on a first-come, first-served basis. Early registration is recommended. Registration includes all festival events, concerts, private lessons, and masterclasses during the days valid for the type of registration purchased. Groupings of small guitar ensembles will be based on experience or request.
Boston GuitarFest Academy $525
Early Bird Discount (before May 31, 2017) $435
** Participants who take part in the competition are not allowed to have lessons with competition judges while they are in the running.
*** Younger students who would like to participate in an older age-level program can submit a music resume listing experience in classical guitar. High school juniors and seniors are encouraged to submit music resumes for proper placement in the Festival.
Scholarships: Limited need-based financial aid may be available for participants facing financial limitations that would otherwise prevent them from enrolling. For more information, e-mail [email protected]
Refund Policy
Full refund (less $150 non-refundable deposit) if withdrawn more than 90 days before program begins 75% refund (less $150 non-refundable deposit) if withdrawn 90-61 days before program begins 50% refund (less $150 non-refundable deposit) if withdrawn 60-46 days before program begins 25% refund (less $150 non-refundable deposit) if withdrawn 45-31 days before program begins.
No refund if withdrawn 30 days of fewer before program begins.