The 2nd Luoyang International Guitar Festival & Music Camp 2025
Registration Now Open!
Invite your child to embark on an extraordinary musical journey! Here, they will receive face-to-face guidance from world-renowned guitar masters, explore cross-cultural performance techniques, and draw artistic inspiration from Luoyang—a UNESCO World Heritage Site and ancient capital. Through specialized workshops and masterclasses, students will break through technical barriers and ultimately take the stage at a grand theater, showcasing their progress to parents and teachers. This is not just skill refinement—it’s a cultural immersion in a 3,000-year-old city, rediscovering the infinite possibilities of musical expression.
Five Core Programs
1. Masterclasses
《Guitar Masterclasses》—Hearing the Voice of the World
Taught by four internationally acclaimed classical guitarists:
·Gen Matsuda (Japan)
·Joe Ott (Spain)
·Choi Ji-won (South Korea)
·Xie Chun (China)
Highlights:
·Technique refinement: Finger mechanics, tone control, and musical expression.
·Cultural styles: Compare Japanese, Spanish, Korean, and Chinese classical guitar interpretations.
·Repertoire deep dive: Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and modern works.
·One-on-one coaching: Personalized feedback for every student.
Regardless of skill level, this is a rare opportunity for artistic growth. Let the strings resonate with the world’s voices!
2. Ensemble Training
《Guitar Ensemble Class》—The Beauty of Harmony
Led by Taiwanese virtuoso Liu Xuanlian, this course cultivates collaboration, musical sensitivity, and stage presence through systematic ensemble training.
Features:
·Part synchronization: Balance and listening skills across harmony.
·Repertoire rehearsal: Prepare selected ensemble pieces.
·Stage performance: Enhance visual and auditory impact.
·Personalized feedback: Tailored adjustments for each student.
Goal: Students will master ensemble techniques and perform in the final showcase—a celebration of teamwork and joy!
3. Showcase Performance
《Guitar Showcase》—Strings in Dialogue: The Art of Conversation
Students under Liu Xuanlian’s guidance will present a chamber concert themed “Musical Dialogues”, demonstrating precise interplay and layered harmonies.
Key Takeaways from the showcase:
Dynamic balance between harmony.
Non-verbal communication through breath and eye contact.
Spatial acoustics via strategic staging.
A documentary will capture their journey from novice to a more mature performer—a summer of laughter, focus, and growth.
4. Concert Series
《Festival Concerts》
·Aug 15: Opening Night – Guitar Concerto with Luoyang Philharmonic
Six maestros (including Zhang Zhiyang, Joe Ott, and Gen Matsuda) redefine concerto boundaries, blending Spanish passion with Eastern subtlety.
·Aug 13: Intimate Solo Recital by Liu Xuanlian—a heartfelt sharing of 30 years’ artistry.
·Aug 16: East-West Dialogue: Jo Ot (flamenco fire) vs. Gen Matsuda (Japanese minimalism)
·Aug 17: Closing Night: Xie Chun (China) and Choi Ji-won (Korea) fuse tradition and innovation.
5. Cultural Immersion
《Ancient Capital Study Tour》
Where classical guitar meets Luoyang’s 13-dynasty legacy:
·Longmen Grottoes: Eternal music in stone Buddhas.
·Yingtianmen Gate: Strings echo through imperial history.
·Hanfu experience: Dress in Tang Dynasty splendor at Luoyi Ancient Town.
“At White Horse Temple, hear Zen whispers; in Luoyang, relive the Tang Golden Age.”
Practical Information
Dates: Aug 12–17, 2025
·Venue: Luoyang (4-star hotel accommodation)
·Eligibility: Ages 8–18 (20 slots max; basic guitar skills required; submit a 5-min video).
·Fees Include:
1.Festival pass (worth ¥880) + 3 masterclasses (¥3,000 value).
2.Ensemble training, theater performance, and trips.
3.Tickets to 3 concerts + 6 day and 5 nights lodging.
4.Video documentation, certificate, and insurance.
(Travel costs excluded.)
Deadline: Aug 5, 2025.
Scan the QR code to inquire!