Classical Guitar Immersion
Immerse yourself in the Classical Guitar
Immerse yourself in a week devoted to intensive classical guitar training.
Monthly workshops held September – May help prepare for our week at CGI. They also help build comradely and friendships.
Whether you’re an auditor or performer you’ll participate in Performance Day (the final day).
All levels are welcome at CGI. As a performer you’ll be required to have at least three pieces memorized.
All members of CGI (performers and auditors) participate in the CGI Ensemble Performance.
Establish a Functional Technique
There is an abundance of technical advice and exercises available to the classical guitarist but few programs enable a beginning to advanced student to a technical foundation, and a set of technical exercises, that will last a lifetime.
Primary Skills Development establishes a bio mechanic approach to all the movement forms that are present in our repertoire.
A Year-Long Schedule
CGI Technique consists of six months of weekly (recorded) online workshops where I’ll personally guide a limited number of students through Primary Skills Development. Then join me for my in person workshop where we’ll I’ll introduce you to, and help initiate, a 12 week Advanced Technique program.
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CGI Technique Registration
Rosewood Subscribers of all levels are welcome at CGI. The only other requirement is that you be able to play three pieces (of any level), from memory!
Prior CGI performers and auditors are given first consideration with an early registration. Open registration begins August 1st for both performers and auditors. The CGI Performance roster of performers and auditors will be announced prior to September each year.
A non-refundable deposit of $495 not only registers you for CGI but enrolls you in the monthly workshops. And even if space is unavailable, you’ll be eligible if a spot opens up prior to CGI.
Auditors, performers and all those registered will encouraged as if they were preparing for the final performance at CGI.
Final payment is due in March.
The CGI Ensemble led by Mario Diaz
Ensemble pieces will be sent during the fall prior to each CGI Performance. Mario will lead a few ensemble meetings througout the year. Ensemble players will also be assisted my the ability to practice their parts with midi ensemble via the application Musescore.
Performers and auditors will take part in the evening rehearsals where Mario will put the finishing touches on the ensemble pieces to be performed.
Performance Day at CGI
Saturday is Performance Day at CGI and everyone gets to participate. In the morning auditors will have the option of performing a private concert for the CGI Students.
In the afternoon performers and auditors will perform in the CGI Ensemble concert. Finally, after dinner the CGI Performers will play an evening concert. The Ensemble and Evening peformances are open to the Abbey and its surrounding communities.
Schedule
The daily schedule includes two master classes, ensemble rehearsal as well as technical and performance coaching. Each player participates in one masterclass per day. Spend your free time reviewing the video of your lesson, practice, compare notes, but also leave time to enjoy the grounds. It’s easy to find a few friends to walk the trails or grab an afternoon coffee. Below you’ll find a schedule for the typical day.
- 8:00-9:00 – Breakfast
- 9:30-11:30 – Group A Master Class
- 12:00-1:00 – Lunch
- 1:00-3:30 – Practice Time
- 3:30-5:30 – Group B Master Class
- 6:00-7:00 – Dinner
- 7:30-9:00 – Ensemble Rehearsal
The Mt. Angel Abbey
Situated on a hilltop with a 360 degree view of Oregon’s Willamette Valley, Mount Angel Abbey is a Benedictine community founded in 1882 the Abbey is rich with original and modern buildings.
Accomodations
CGI Participants will each have a private room at the Saint Benedict Guesthouse and Retreat Center. The newly renovated rooms offer views of the Abbey church and bell tower to the north and Willamette Valley farmland some 300 feet below, to the southwest.
Dining
Three meals a day will be provided. Meals are served in the dining hall, buffet style with every possible dietary need accommodated. Situated on a hilltop with a 360 degree view of Oregon’s Willamette Valley, Mount Angel Abbey is a Benedictine community founded in 1882. The architecture is rich with original and modern buildings. CGI participants will want to take advantage of the wonderful walks, the coffee shop and the Monk’s own first rate brewery called “Taste and Believe”!
Fees and Deadlines
Cost
The cost of CGI is $2,095. The fee includes all monthly workshops, all CGI workshops, lodging and meals.
Deposit
A non-refundable deposit of $495 is required. Returning students who remit their deposit prior to August 1st of each year are accepted. All others will be put on a waiting list, in order of the date of your deposit. Remember, even if there is no space available your deposit gives you access to all monthly workshops.
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