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First Regional Meeting in Ballarat makes healines!

The innaugural CGSV Ballarat members meeting on Saturday the 7th of June was a great success with several members from Melbourne making the trek out to Ballarat by train. The Turret Cafe was very accomodating, providing space and Kristine and Peter from Ballarat members thoughtfully arranged for a journalist to interview some of us for an article in a local newspaper. Around 13 people played at the event ranging from beginner youngsters to seasoned players. Lots lattes and fun was had by all. Special mention to all those who made the effort to come from Melbourne and Bendigo. See you at the next meeting on the first Saturday of next month at La Statzione Cafe at Flinders Station (enter on Flinders St between the two main entrances to the station). See Ballarat news article.

Guitar Orchestra Sundays @ the VCA July-September (Details Finalized soon!)

Yes, there will be an Orchestra starting July-August 2008 conducted by Ben Dix, and supprted by Susan Ellis. The orchestra meetings will be divided into two terms of 8 weeks finishing in a concert . The orchestra would be aiming for 15-25 players with a technical level of AMEB 4th Grade and up, taken on a Sundays the VCA for 2hrs per session. More details, including venue and cost, will be announced shortly.

Yearly Society Memberships now available!

If you haven't already signed up to the society for 2008, it's not too late! If you are already a member, thank you for your contribution as every bit counts towards the successful running of the society. To find out more on membership!

2008 Alhambra Sadie Eisteddfods Dates Finalised!

Keep up to date with the latest information on the 2008 Alhambra Sadie Awards, Eisteddfod Dates and more. Don't forget if you want to compete for the award this year register your name by sending us an email with 'Sadie Registration' as the title, your full name, year of birth and address. Good Luck Everyone!

Members Meeting Dates Confirmed

Members 2008 meetings for Melbourne and Ballarat confirmed, see 2008 Workshops & Meetings.

Welcome to 2008

A big welcome back to everyone. We have all had an enjoyable break and are now ready to break the silence with a flurry of trills and fluid fingering.

Please check back for updates and changes.

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2007 Sadie Awards - Winners & thoughts from the Gala Night

Congratulations to Peter Boyd, winner of the OPEN section whom is off to Hawaii for a week long Master Class with Ben Verdery. Peter is an outstanding performer we believe is has a bright future, and we wait in anticipation for his next performace.

Congratulations to Olivia Hally, winner of the Under 16 section who won a $200 gift voucher from Hans Music Spot and will soon also be receving a brand new Alhambra 1C Classical Guitar valued at $599!

The Sadie Gala night was a huge success. Never before has Victoria seen such an exhibition of exhilerating young players come together for an award night such as this. Thank you to the runners up Tristan Cozens & James Wetter in the OPEN and Nicholas Chatwin Di-Gregorio & Julia Bakowski in the Under 16 Yrs. Thank you also to TIm Kain whom presented the awards night and along with Susan Ellis gave a tribute to Sadie Bishop and her role in leading Australian classical guitar to where it is today.

Stay tuned for the photos and some footage from the event.

We also look forward to seeing a new round of faces for this years competition will be starting in April with the Bendigo Eisteddfod!

For further information contact us.

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What are the Alhambra Sadie Awards? 'Sadie' awards are given by the Victorian Classical Guitar Society to reward excellence in performing on the classical guitar. The emphasis is to encourage eisteddfod participation and reward players who continue to display consistent dedication and passion for playing by publicly recognising their efforts.

For answers to these questions & more click here!

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String Breaking News!
Regional Callout for representatives
If you are in a town outside of Greater Melbourne, enthusiastic and interested in the classical guitar than we need you! read more
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A History of Classical Guitar in Australia.
Well known Classical guitar player and historian Ron Payne is collating information on Australian Classical guitar players. If you have any stories, photos or memorabilia you can provide for this exciting project please email Russell Williams.

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There are a number of Classical Guitar Competitions running throughout 2007 in the state. The Classical Guitar Society of Melbourne is proud to announce the Sadie Bishop award for an up and coming performer of the classical guitar. Stay tuned for more. Check out the 2007 Competitions.