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• SBGS In-Person Open Mic

  • When
    24 Jun 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    1450 Blossom Hill Road, San Jose

  

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  Host: Alec Feldges

  Prizes! Prizes! At evening's end, a lucky winner will receive our door prize of two tickets to a future SBGS virtuoso concert!
  

  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! Or, just sit in the audience and enjoy.

  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 Jun 2025
  •  
    6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
  • Location
    Online on Zoom

  
  

  Guitar Technique Survey Class

  Every other 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
    8 Jul 2025
  •  
    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
    14 Jul 2025
  •  
    6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
  • Location
    Online on Zoom

  
  

  Guitar Technique Survey Class

  Every other 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
    22 Jul 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    To be announced

  

  DIRECTIONS: To be announced 

  Host: To be announced

  Prizes! Prizes! At evening's end, a lucky winner will receive our door prize of two tickets to a future SBGS virtuoso concert!
  

  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! Or, just sit in the audience and enjoy.

  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
    28 Jul 2025
  •  
    6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
  • Location
    Online on Zoom

  
  

  Guitar Technique Survey Class

  Every other 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
    11 Aug 2025
  •  
    6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
  • Location
    Online on Zoom

  
  

  Guitar Technique Survey Class

  Every other 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
    12 Aug 2025
  •  
    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
    25 Aug 2025
  •  
    6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
  • Location
    Online on Zoom

  
  

  Guitar Technique Survey Class

  Every other 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
    26 Aug 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    To be announced

  

  DIRECTIONS: To be announced 

  Host: To be announced

  Prizes! Prizes! At evening's end, a lucky winner will receive our door prize of two tickets to a future SBGS virtuoso concert!
  

  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! Or, just sit in the audience and enjoy.

  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
    8 Sep 2025
  •  
    6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
  • Location
    Online on Zoom

  
  

  Guitar Technique Survey Class

  Every other 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
    9 Sep 2025
  •  
    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
    23 Sep 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    To be announced

  

  DIRECTIONS: To be announced 

  Host: To be announced

  Prizes! Prizes! At evening's end, a lucky winner will receive our door prize of two tickets to a future SBGS virtuoso concert!
  

  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! Or, just sit in the audience and enjoy.

  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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• SBGS Virtual Open Mic

  • When
    14 Oct 2025
  •  
    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
    28 Oct 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    To be announced

  

  DIRECTIONS: To be announced 

  Host: To be announced

  Prizes! Prizes! At evening's end, a lucky winner will receive our door prize of two tickets to a future SBGS virtuoso concert!
  

  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! Or, just sit in the audience and enjoy.

  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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• SBGS Virtual Open Mic

  • When
    11 Nov 2025
  •  
    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
    25 Nov 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    To be announced

  

  DIRECTIONS: To be announced 

  Host: To be announced

  Prizes! Prizes! At evening's end, a lucky winner will receive our door prize of two tickets to a future SBGS virtuoso concert!
  

  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! Or, just sit in the audience and enjoy.

  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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• SBGS Virtual Open Mic

  • When
    9 Dec 2025
  •  
    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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