The Corvallis Guitar Society presents the 5th Corvallis Guitar Festival, November 10th and 11th at the First Congregational Church in Corvallis (4515 SW West Hills Rd.).  The venue seating was replaced in 2020 with super-comfortable padded chairs.

California virtuoso Steve Lin opens the festival on Nov. 10 at 7:00pm. Described as “virtuosic…elegant…and romantic” (Soundboard) and “a confident player with a powerful sound, quick hands, and a solid musical memory,” (Classical Guitar) Steve Lin is among the most engaging players of his generation.

The star on Saturday, Nov. 11 at 7:00pm is William Kanengiser.  William has forged a career that expands the possibilities of the classical guitar. A prize-winner in major competitions (1987 Concert Artists Guild International Competition, Toronto Guitar ’81) he has toured throughout North America, Asia, and Europe with his innovative programs and expressive musicianship.  A member of the guitar faculty at the USC Thornton School of Music since 1983, he has given master classes around the world and produced two instructional videos.   A prolific arranger, he has created dozens of transcriptions for solo guitar and guitar quartet, and composed a number of works for four guitars.   William is a founding member of the Los Angeles Guitar Quartet.

Opening for both artists at 7pm is the Oregon State University Guitar Ensemble, directed by Cameron O’Connor. 

Additional FREE events on Saturday, Nov 11 include:

10:00 am: Steve Lin technique Workshop (bring your guitar!)

11:15 am: Composing for the Guitar with Dr. Jason Heald

1:30 pm: Masterclass with William Kanengiser (local students play for virtuoso)

2:30 pm: Vendor’s exhibition

3:45 pm: Luthier exhibit (hear guitars made by local talent!)