The University of Indianapolis Department of Music offers studies in classical guitar. Taught by Nemanja Ostojić, associate adjunct professor, University of Indianapolis guitar students enjoy a wide variety of renowned guest lecturers, concerts, as well as the opportunity to travel to domestic and international events of highest caliber. Apply to study classical guitar in one of the United States’ top cultural cities and home of the 2020 Guitar Foundation of America Convention and Competitions!
The Classical Guitar Series provides students with hands-on learning opportunities by connecting them with world-renowned musicians such as Martha Masters, Andrew Zohn and the Texas Guitar Quartet for masterclasses and on-campus performances.
Department of Music students who concentrate on guitar have the opportunity to travel internationally to participate in festivals and competitions including the annual Guitar Art Festival in Belgrade, Serbia.Learn more about This Experience
The University of Indianapolis is proud to host the 2020 Guitar Foundation of America Convention and Competition, which is the largest guitar festival in the world. This annual event brings together approximately 600 classical guitar masters and enthusiasts from all over the world, including some of the most elite performers of classical guitar. The six-day convention includes three concerts per day, a wide array of lectures, hands-on workshops, masterclasses and private lessons, a comprehensive vendor exposition and luthier showcase, Hall of Fame awards ceremony, and two guitar orchestras, open to all attendees.
The GFA Convention is also home to three divisions of prestigious classical guitar competitions. The winner of the GFA International Concert Artist Competition is awarded an extensive international tour, along with a cash prize, recording contract, and publishing contract. The International Youth Competition (IYC) has both senior and junior divisions that offer young players the opportunity to perform for an elite panel of judges as well as the large GFA audience. Winners of the IYC receive cash awards and generous prizes from GFA sponsors.
The value of this experience was enormous. Just being able to play for [Martha Masters] was a great opportunity in itself. Receiving advice and encouragement from her was not only helpful but also inspiring and gave me more motivation to play the guitar.
