The XI Master in Classical Guitar Performance at the University of Alicante concludes with a formal act that marks the completion of the degree. The closing ceremony features a recital by students from this edition, followed by the ceremonial presentation of diplomas. This moment not only celebrates the students’ achievements but also highlights the high level of training and dedication that characterized the cohort throughout the program. The event underlines the university’s commitment to cultivating technical mastery, artistic expression, and professional readiness in classical guitar performers who are prepared to contribute to the musical landscape in North America and beyond. of Alicante.
The ceremony program includes remarks from the director of the master’s degree, Carmen Marimon, and the academic director, Ignacio Rodes. The vice-chancellor for Studies, Quality and Languages, Francisco Torres, will close the event, providing a formal capstone to a program that connects rigorous study with practical performance opportunities. Through these leadership voices, the university emphasizes the rigorous standards, transparent evaluation, and global outlook that define this master’s degree. of Alicante.
In this edition, the curriculum featured master classes and demonstrations led by renowned artists. Fabio Zanon led a course on guitar transcription, offering insights into arranging and adapting works for solo guitar while preserving musical intent. Manuel Barrueco presented a session on non-Hispanic guitar repertoire from the 20th century, expanding the harmonic and stylistic horizons available to contemporary players. Pablo Márquez conducted a session focused on repertoire for vihuela, Renaissance lute, and Baroque guitar, bridging early music performance practice with modern understanding. Beyond the classroom, two field visits enriched the experience: a tour of the Alhambra Guitars factory, where lutherie practice and production processes illuminate the musical ecosystem behind acclaimed instruments, and a visit to Javier Mengual’s luthier workshop, which offered a close look at craft techniques, materials, and instrument setup. These visits provided practical context to the theoretical and performance elements learned in seminars, creating a holistic view of the classical guitar world. of Alicante.