Knoxville Classical Guitar is a nonprofit organization dedicated to presenting world-class classical and fingerstyle guitar performances, supporting guitar education, and cultivating a vibrant musical community in East Tennessee.
Through concerts, educational programs, ensemble opportunities, interviews, and community events, Knoxville Classical Guitar seeks to make meaningful guitar music more accessible, inspiring, and connected to the people of our region.
We believe the guitar is one of the world’s most expressive and intimate instruments. Its music has the power to bring people together across generations, backgrounds, and cultures.
Our Mission
Our mission is to enrich the cultural life of Knoxville and surrounding communities through:
- Professional classical and fingerstyle guitar concerts
- Educational outreach and guitar literacy
- Support for students, teachers, and emerging artists
- Community-centered musical experiences
- Collaborations with local arts organizations and musicians
Knoxville Classical Guitar is committed to creating experiences that are both artistically excellent and welcoming to audiences of all backgrounds and levels of musical familiarity.