CGSA News Letter December 2023

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THE AUCKLAND GUITAR SOCIETY

Date:   Sunday,  10th Dec. 2023
Venue: All Saints Church Hall, 284 Ponsonby Road, Ponsonby
Time:   7:00 pm
Format:  1st Half :Open Floor   2nd Half: Guest Artist
Admission:   $10 (Financial members – free)
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Guest Player

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Guy Steward has played guitar since he was thirteen, playing rock and blues in his teens. As an adult, he studied under Chris Baine and began to focus more on classical and flamenco. He was inspired by occasional lessons with the likes of Matthew Marshall, Gunter Herbig, and Virginia Farnsworth, and was active on the committee of the Auckland Classic Guitar Society. He holds a BA Music Major, LTCL for Music Education, and TCL Grade 8 with honours. Guy also plays piano and only recently resigned from ten years playing the bagpipes in the Otahuhu and Districts Pipe Band. Guy also composes his own music, both for guitar and piano.
 Programme.

  1. Bolero – Calatayud
  2. El Negrito – Lauro
  3. Bourrée (from Lute Suite in E minor) – J.S. Bach
  4. Toccata (Prelude) & Theme and Variations – Steward
  5. Danza Guaraní – Barrios
  6. Capricho Catalan – Albéniz
  7. Villancico de Navidad – Barrios
  8. Sounds of Bells – Joao Guimaraes


Upcoming Concert

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Flamenco is coming to town with a … Flamenco Christmas Fiesta  in the heart of Devonport. Come and enjoy an evening of live Flamenco Guitar, Violin, Castanets, Song and Dance in the spirit of Christmas presented by Flamenco NZ (founded 1993). Feel free to dress Spanish style to add to the Fiesta atmosphere. Prizes for best Spanish dress on the night.

Performers include Marii Granados (Flamenco Dancer from Cordoba, Spain), Teri Kay

(Flamenco Dancer & Narrator) and Cherie Fraude (Flamenco Dancer), Alexandra Laubli (Flamenco Violinist), Guy Steward (Flamenco Guitarist), Maria Elena (Flamenco Guitarist, Singer and Dancer) and guests.

Date: Saturday 9 December 8:00pm (doors open at 7.15 pm)

Venue: Harmony Hall, 4 Wynyard St, Devonport (located 2 min from the Devonport Ferry terminal and there is plenty of street parking nearby.)

It’s BYO and bring a plate (optional). Tea and instant coffee available for a small Koha.

For bookings go to: 

https://www.undertheradar.co.nz/gig/87332/Flamenco-Christmas-Fiesta.utr


Door sales also available if not sold out prior. Limited seating. Book now!

Hope to see you there,

Maria Elena

Hope to see you there,

Maria Elena

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CGSA News Letter Nov. 2023

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THE AUCKLAND GUITAR SOCIETY

Date:   Sunday,  12th Nov. 2023
Venue: All Saints Church Hall, 284 Ponsonby Road, Ponsonby
Time:   7:00 pm
Format:  Open Stage
Admission: Free
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Hi Everyone,

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This will be members playing night.

CGSA News Letter October 2023

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THE AUCKLAND GUITAR SOCIETY

Date:   Sunday,  22nd Oct. 2023
Venue: All Saints Church Hall, 284 Ponsonby Road, Ponsonby
Time:   7:00 pm
Format:  1st Half :Open Floor   2nd Half: Guest Artist
Admission:  $5 adults $2 child.
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Guest Player

Lora Kurusa.

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Born in Budapest, Hungary, Lora Kurusa started her study of classical guitar at age 12 after moving to Adelaide, Australia. In 2018, she received her first scholarship to study classical guitar at the Elder Conservatorium’s Open Music Academy with Dr. Oliver Fartach Naini. After moving to New Zealand, she studied with Cherly Grice, Owen Moriarty, then with Dr. Jane Curry, with whom she is currently pursuing her BMus with, majoring in Classical Guitar Performance at the New Zealand School of Music. Lora has had numerous competition successes including first prize at the 2020 Biennial New Zealand International Youth Classical Guitar Competition, and Bronze in the Adelaide Eisteddfod Classical Guitar Competition (youth section 2016), and she was also the recipient of the Freemasons Lankhuyzen/ Whetu- Kaitangi Music Award twice. As a reflection of her skill level, Lora was accepted into the New Zealand School of Music a year prior to finishing high school. 
You can find Lora’s music on her YouTube channel: 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChsbDTr7MRYdCJWXjWdVXSA

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http://www.lorakurusa.com/

Program 
Hungarian Fantasy- Johann Kaspar Mertz (1806- 1856)
Gavotte en Rondeau- Johann Sebastian Bach (1685- 1750)
Suite del Recuerdo – Jose Luis Merlin (1952)
i. Evocacion ii. Zamba iii. Chacarera iv. Carnavalito v. Evocacion vi. Joropo  

CGSA News Letter September 2023

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THE AUCKLAND GUITAR SOCIETY

Date:   Sunday,  10th Sep. 2023
Venue: All Saints Church Hall, 284 Ponsonby Road, Ponsonby
Time:   7:00 pm
Format:  1st Half :Open Floor   2nd Half: Guest Artist
Admission:   Free

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Guest Player
Jessica Liu

 I began playing piano with Dora Harkness in Northland when I was 7 years old, and after learning it for a year and watching Dora’s guitar students, I became inspired to also learn the guitar. For about 5 years, I learned both instruments simultaneously until I moved to Auckland and had to give up on piano due to the increasing demands of my studies. I am presently having classical guitar lessons with Sasha Witten-Hannah in West Auckland.

I recently came first in the youth division’s New Zealand Classical Guitar Competition, winning a handmade classical guitar made by Owen Moriarty. (I will be playing this guitar at the guitar society).

The Programme will include Bach, Tarrega, Dyans , Sanz and Pernambuco pieces.

Upcoming Concert

Sunday 10 September, 2.30 to 4.30
Rose Theatre, The Rose Centre, Belmont (North Shore)

Flamenco Evening with Maria Elena and guests.1012 East Coast Rd. Sat.23rd. Sept. 8pm

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An evening of Spanish exuberance to help open the door to the spring season!See attached poster for details.                             <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<0>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>Where  :   1012 East Coast Rd, Fairview Heights, Auckland 0630.When   :    Saturday 23rd. September. Concert starts 8pm.Door open 7.30pm.Admission :  Cash on entry please .Adult  $30,  Child/student  $15,  Senior and Guitar Soc.members. $25.                        Includes  tapas ,wine,and juice.   
                  Please reserve seats by return email   rod@capperguitars.com

Gitbox Rebellion at Blockhouse Bay Boat Club
Six Guitarists with Special Guest Natarani on Cello
5:30PM 28th October 2023

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CGSA News Letter August 2023

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THE AUCKLAND GUITAR SOCIETY

Date:   Sunday,  13th July 2023
Venue: All Saints Church Hall, 284 Ponsonby Road, Ponsonby
Time:   7:00 pm
Format:  1st Half :Open Floor   2nd Half: Guest Artist
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Guest Player

Detail information will be sent out

Taranakli Classical Guitar Summer SchoolREGISTRATIONS OPEN NOW!

We are so excited to see you in 2024!
Ps apologies if you are receiving this email than once…

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Upcoming Concert
Gitbox Rebellion at Blockhouse Bay Boat Club
Six Guitarists with Special Guest Natarani on Cello
5:30PM 28th October 2023

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and Subscription form can be downloaded at..http://cgsa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/SubForm2023.pdf 
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CGSA News Letter June 2023

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THE AUCKLAND GUITAR SOCIETY

Date:   Sunday,  11th June 2023
Venue: All Saints Church Hall, 284 Ponsonby Road, Ponsonby
Time:   7:00 pm
Format:  1st Half :Open Floor   2nd Half: Guest Artist
Admission:  Free
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Guest Player

Jonathan and Justin Chang

You may remember the brothers performing a few pieces during our April meeting.The program includes a mix of solos and duets from various composers, including Tarrega, Villa Lobos, Barrios, Dyans, and more.

Upcoming Concert
Barkin Sertkaya Concertos5 PM 25th June 
Auckland Town Hall

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Membership fees are due…..see our website for detailshttps://cgsa.org.nz/membership/
and Subscription form can be downloaded at..http://cgsa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/SubForm2023.pdf 
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CGSA New Letter May 2023

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THE AUCKLAND GUITAR SOCIETY

Date:   Sunday,  21st May 2023
Venue: All Saints Church Hall, 284 Ponsonby Road, Ponsonby
Time:   7:00 pm
Format: Open Stage
Admission:  Free( General playing and catch-up night)
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Hi all,
The meeting will be an open stage for all players and several of Barkin Sertkaya’s pupils will be playing.

Upcoming Concert
Barkin Sertkaya Concertos5 PM 25th June 
Auckland Town Hall

CGSA News letter April 2023

THE AUCKLAND GUITAR SOCIETY

Date:   Sunday,  23rd April 2023
Venue: All Saints Church Hall, 284 Ponsonby Road, Ponsonby
Time:   7:00 pm
Format: Open Stage
Admission:  Free( General playing and catch-up night)
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Hi all,
Great news! The Guitar Society is resuming its monthly meetings, with the first scheduled for Sunday, April 23rd at 7 pm. Just so you know, the April meeting is taking place on the 4th Sunday of the month because of scheduling constraints. 
Moving forward, meetings will typically be held on the 2nd Sunday of each month. A reminder will be sent out closer to the date, but in the meantime, mark your calendars and bring your guitar! All are welcome to attend and participate.
Upcoming Concert
Barkin Sertkaya Concertos

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Chris Everest Concert.Auckland Central Library,May4th, 12.10pm.
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CGSA June 2021 Meeting

THE AUCKLAND GUITAR SOCIETY

Date:   Sunday,  13th June 2021

Venue: All Saints Church Hall, 284 Ponsonby Road, Ponsonby

Time:   7.00 pmFormat: 1st Half : Guest Artist  2nd Half:Open FloorAdmission:   free
Please note that Guest player will be at the first Half and Admission will be free to everyone.

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GUEST Artist

New Zealand Guitar Ensemble

New Zealand Guitar Ensemble is a Classical Guitar Ensemble Group currently consisting of Korean boys, girls and adults who live in New Zealand. We started in 1998 as a part of The Southern Cross Korean Performing Arts Group and had several performances in places such as Auckland Town Hall, Aotea Centre, Churches, Rest Homes and Auckland Guitar society. We have also won first prize three times in the ‘Ensemble division’ competitions held by Auckland Guitar Society. We aim to have our own performances once or twice each year.

Programme

1. Ballet from Terpsichore —- M. Praetorius

2. Rondeau from Abdelazer Suite —  Hernry Purcell

3. Bouree(BWV 996) — JS Bach

4. Promenade & Veccio Castello — M. Mussorgsky

5. Palladio — Karl Jenkins/Arr. by Stephen Reck

6. El Gato Montes —  Manuel Penella 

7. Minimalismi Indu — Vito Nicola Paradiso 

8. Take Five — Paul Desmond/ Arr. by Emilio Orejuela

9. Stairways to Heaven — Robert Anthony/Arr. by Don King

10. Onghaeya — Korean Folk song

Upcoming Concert
Cheryl’s concert will be, in part,a tribute to the great British guitarist Julian Bream who past away in August last year.

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Cheryl’s program will include 2 pieces played in tribute to JuIian Bream ……Bach Fugue in Am BWV 1000 Julian and I  worked on this piece extensively in a one hour lesson recorded for French TV in Paris. Sevilla by Albeniz.Televised lesson in a BBC Masterclass with Julian. Cheryl’s International standing was cemented when this programme aired around the world (including NZ). 
Also……….3 Renaissance Lute peicesSerenata Espanola by Malats Solidao by JobimDanza Brasilera by MorelIrish Folk Songs – Collection including The Green Island Grand Solo by SorComplete program will be printed in a future newsletter.
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Where : 1012 East Coast Rd.,Fairveiw Heights,Auck.0630
When :  Saturday 26th June,  Door open 7.30pm, concert start 8pm.Adults $30, Child/student $15, Consession $25.

( Cash at door please. )

Wine,juice and Tapas included.

Please R.S.V.P by reply email rod@capperguitars.com

New Zealand Guitar Ensemble 16th Annual Concert

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New Zealand Guitar Ensemble Group cordially requests the pleasure your company at our 16th Annual concert held at Raye Freedman Arts Centre(EpsomGirls Grammar, Silver Road New Market )on 17th June, 2021 at 7:30 PM. (Admission is free by reservation)

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CGSA April 2021 Meeting

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THE AUCKLAND GUITAR SOCIETY

Date:   Sunday,  11th April 2021
Venue: All Saints Church Hall, 284 Ponsonby Road, Ponsonby
Time:   7:00 pm
Format: Open Stage
Admission:  Free
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Hi Everyone,

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This will be members playing night again.
Let’s do some playing and also talk about guitar.
No door charge.