Portland Guitar Society

The Portland Guitar Society is a nonprofit organization for people who love the guitar. We sponsor and cosponsor many guitar concerts in the Portland area including the annual Portland Guitar Festival and the annual GFA Winner’s Concert. We have a lending library of sheet music, tapes, CDs, and records available to our members at meetings, and we publish a quarterly newsletter full of articles, reviews, and a calendar of guitar events. The PGS meets at Artichoke Music Backgate Stage, 3130 SE Hawthorne Blvd., Portland, Oregon. The meetings will be held on the first Tuesday of the month January-March; April-June the meetings will be held on the first Monday. (Our usual meeting place, the Community Music Center, will be closed for repairs during this time.) The meetings start at 7 PM and are free to the public. Guitar enthusiasts and players of all styles and levels of ability meet with other players and listeners. Membership costs only $10 per calendar year. (Checks may be sent to: Portland Guitar Society, P.O. Box 15253, Portland, OR 97293.)

32 thoughts on “Portland Guitar Society”

  1. TAKOMA GUITAR LEGENDS TOUR COMING TO THE PNW
    Anonymous

    6/7/15

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

    TAKOMA GUITAR LEGENDS PETER LANG / RICK RUSKIN /
    TOULOUSE ENGELHARDT BEGIN CONCERT TOUR DATES, FALL 2015

    We are proud to announce that three of the original members of the legendary “Takoma 7” will be touring together for the first time starting this coming fall! Penned the “Takoma Guitar Legends Tour”, these shows will feature three of the greatest finger style guitar masters Peter Lang, Rick Ruskin and Toulouse Engelhardt. All these guitarists were hand picked by John Fahey along with Leo Kottke and signed to his cult label Takoma Records and their affiliates back in the years.

    “It’s not often that three virtuosos of the acoustic guitar share the same stage in a single evening’s performance, but now that has become a reality!” says Steve Beat who is coordinating and promoting this national tour.

    For booking info or more info on all three of these amazing artist’s musical pedigrees contact:

    Steven Beat Management; Malibu, CA
    [email protected]

  2. Everly Brothers Guitar Manufacturer in Oregon
    Susan Vlasich

    Hi All

    Does anyone know who replaced Gibson for Everly Brothers Guitars? I believe they were manufactured in the Portland, Oregon area.

    Thanks so much

    SV

    1. everly guitars
      Anonymous

      Yip Robert Steinegger portland oregon. he made the first 2 guitars used on the Everly Brothers reunion concert 1983. these guitars are based on the Gibson Everly BROTHERS. BUT BETTER. they wear designed by Phil Everly AND robert. They had a deeper body and the contours are a bit different. not as pinch in in the middle.

  3. selling hans schmidt handcrafted classical guitar
    erik shiley

    selling hans schmidt classical guitar brazilian rosewood back and side best sounding guitar i ever played asking 3000$ but willing to hear offers. contact erik 503-956-5925

  4. guitar store in portland
    Jessa Zimmerman

    I live in the Seattle area and will be in Portland this weekend. Our local music store owner said she’d heard there was somewhere in Portland that is an amazing place to find a guitar (she may have meant used) – good enough prices and selection that it’s worth a trip. Anyone have an idea of what she may have meant? Specifically, I’m hoping to find a Big Baby Taylor in great condition. Actually, I don’t even care if it’s scratched, as long as it plays beautifully.

    Thanks

  5. Guitar Modifications in Portland, Or????
    john

    Looking for the best shop/person/tech to do custom mods on my Les Paul, bass, and other guitars.
    Soes anyone know who does the best quality work of this kind in Portland?
    Thanks,
    John

  6. Lutes in Portland
    Steve Traut

    Anyone know if there are any shops where I might be able to find an 8-course lute, new or used? Any luthiers in town I could contact for a lute?

    I’m just getting started on the instrument (I don’t play guitar), and hoped to find see an instrument before buying, rather than buying sight unseen.

    Thanks in advance.

  7. Seeking a guitarist who'd like to make a few dollars
    Christi Grossman

    Our small Portland-based architectural firm is holding an Open House on November 17th and would like to find a guitarist to play background music from 4PM until around 7PM for that one-day event. We are able to pay only a small amount for your time, but you’re welcome to partake of the hors d’ouvres and get a little exposure.

    Are you available? Can you send us a sample of your music? Please respond by replying to [email protected]

    Thanks in advance. ~ Christi

    1. Re: Seeking a guitarist who'd like to make a few dollars
      Jim Skewes

      Hi Christie,
      If you haven’t already got someone, I would love to play for your group.
      I can send you a cd; but in the meantime, please visit my website for some samples: http://www.jimskewes.com
      I play a lot in Silverton, Salem, and Portland (at the MAC). I’ve played for lots of groups like yours, so please let me know if you are interested.
      Thanks,
      Jim Skewes
      (206) 617-0301

      : Our small Portland-based architectural firm is holding an Open House on November 17th and would like to find a guitarist to play background music from 4PM until around 7PM for that one-day event. We are able to pay only a small amount for your time, but you’re welcome to partake of the hors d’ouvres and get a little exposure.

      : Are you available? Can you send us a sample of your music? Please respond by replying to [email protected]

      : Thanks in advance. ~ Christi

  8. SRC GUITAR SOCIETY of Southwest Washington
    Steven Conradson, Director SRC GUITAR SOCIETY

    Our web-site is open at http://www.srcguitarsociety.org This has been a good month for the Southwest Washington Guitar Society. We have members involved with development of business and activities. Our web-site is alive and in an ongoing process of refinement. Yet the final acomplishment has been establishing a facility for our monthly meetings.
    The northern chapter in Cowlitz County will be holding monthly meetings at The Rutherglen Mansion, 420 Rutherglen Road Longview Washington 98632. The first meeting will be May 15, 6-8 Pm. An aditional pre and post hour may be established for further activity.
    We are still in the process to decide on a facility for the south chapter’s monthly meeting in Clark County. If you live in the Clark County area, and are interested in listening to quality music, learning plucked strings, teaching, or performing… then visit our web-site at http://www.srcguitarsociety.org If you have any ideas, interest, or input we can also be contacted at [email protected] We look forward to hearing from you, and we will strive to provide the Southwest Washington community with an organization that is an active element in the regions performing arts.
    Our mission statement is. "FOR THE ENJOYMENT, DEVELOPMENT, AND PERFORMANCE OF ALL PLUCKED STRINGS, IN ALL MUSICAL STYLES… TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE THROUGH THE SUPPORT OF THE ARTS".
    Bring light into your life, support the arts.

    Steven Conradson, Director
    SRC GUITAR SOCIETY of
    Southwest Washington.
    April 21, 2005.

  9. SRC GUITAR SOCIETY of Southwest Washington
    Steven Conradson, Director SRC GUITAR SOCIETY

    Our web-site is open at http://www.srcguitarsociety.org this has been a good month for the Southwest Washington Guitar Society. We have members involved with development of business and activities. Our web-site is alive and in an ongoing process of refinement. Yet the final acomplishment has been establishing a facility for our monthly meetings.
    The northern chapter in Cowlitz County will be holding monthly meetings at The Rutherglen Mansion, 420 Rutherglen Road Longview Washington 98632. The first meeting will be May 15, 6-8 Pm. An aditional pre and post hour may be established for further activity.
    We are still in the process to decide on a facility for the south chapter’s monthly meeting in Clark County. If you live in the Clark County area, and are interested in listening to quality music, learning plucked strings, teaching, or performing… then visit our web-site at http://www.srcguitarsociety.org If you have any ideas, interest, or input we can also be contacted at [email protected] We look forward to hearing from you, and we will strive to provide the Southwest Washington community with an organization that is an active element in the regions performing arts.
    Our mission statement is. "FOR THE ENJOYMENT, DEVELOPMENT, AND PERFORMANCE OF ALL PLUCKED STRINGS, IN ALL MUSICAL STYLES… TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE THROUGH THE SUPPORT OF THE ARTS".
    Bring light into your life, support the arts.

    Steven Conradson, Director
    SRC GUITAR SOCIETY of
    Southwest Washington.
    April 21, 2005.

    1. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Director of the Portland Guitar Society
      Director of the Portland Guitar Society

      Please Excuse the poor spelling of the last message, its 12:30 at night and I didnt use a spell checker… how embarassing
      Hello,
      My name is Steven Conradson. I have been a Guitarist and Mandolier for life. I grew up in Cowlitz County, Kalama Washington. Lived in Californias "Silicon Valley" from 1985 – 2001. During that time I developed and persued plucked string abilities and sources that would effect my life. I played Rock, Jazz, World Music and a daily obsession with the Classics. My instruments are a variety of Guitars, Piano, Freted Bass Guitar, Mandolin, Banjo, Voice, and pecussion. All of my instruments I perform and teach, in all genres of Classical, Jazz, Contemporary and World Music.
      I Currently teach at Lower Columbia College, in Longview Washington. Woodland Community Education in Woodland Washington. And as well I teach privately throughout Clark and Cowlitz Counties.
      I have recently began the areas only Guitar Society. The
      "SRC GUITAR SOCIETY". It will be work 24/7 and I see it as a worthwhile effort. I would like to send you a copy of our first newsletters, and get any advice/corespondance that you see as a value. I want to make this project grow, and last. To be a value to the arts community. Call me @ [number removed]. or E-Mail me @ [email protected]. I would like to interface with local organizations and work together on ant projects of value. I have developed many players, focussing on Technique & Music Comprehension. We also focus on looking at Music as Good Or Bad, understanding different syles for what they ential, and then enjoying it as a yes or no.
      Call me or E-Mail. I look forward to interacting with those who support the arts.

      STEVEN CONRADSON
      Director of the SRC GUITAR SOCIETY OF Southwest Washington

      Thank you for your time…

  10. SRC GUITAR SOCIETY of Southwest Washington.
    Director of the Portland Guitar Society

    Hello,
    My name is Steven Conradson. I have been a Guitarist and Mandolier fof life. I grew up in Cowlitz County, Kalama Washington. Lived in Californias "Silicon Valley" from 1985 – 2001. During that time I developed and persued plucked string abilities and sources that would effect my life. I played Rock, Jazz, World Music and a daily obsession with the Classics. My instruments are a variety of Guitars, Piano, Freted Bass Guitar, Mandolin, Banjo, Voice, and pecussion. All of my instruments I perform and teach, in all genres of Classical, Jazz, Contemporary and World Music.
    I Currently teach at Lower Columbia College, in Longview Washington. Woodland Community Educatin in Woodland Washington. And as well I tech privately throughout Clark and Cowlitz Counties.
    I have recently began the areas only Guitar Society. The
    "SRC GUITAR SOCIETY". It will be work 24/7 and I see it as a worthwhile effort. I would like to send you a copy of our first newsletters, and get any advice/corespondance that you see as a value. I want to make this project grow, and last. To be a value to the arts community. Call me @ (360) 225 – 9863. or E-Mail me @ [email protected]. I would like to interface with local organizations and work together on ant projects of value. I have developed many players, focussing on Technique & Music Comprehension. We also focus on looking at Music as Good Or Bad, understanding different syles for what they ential, and then enjoying it as a yes or no.
    Call me or E-Mail. I look forward to interacting with those who support the arts.

    STEVEN CONRADSON
    Director of the SRC GUITAR SOCIETY OF Southwest Washington
    1210 Martins Bluff Rd.
    Kalama, Washington. 98625

    Thank you for your time…

  11. Guitar Summit
    sandy stallcup

    Sunday Jazz at The Old Church, 3:00 p.m., March 13, 2004. THE GUITAR SUMMIT with John Stowell, Dan Balmer and Jerry Hahn backed by Dave Captein on bass will show off their talents and different styles. Doors open at 3 and music starts at 4. Price: $15 at the door.

  12. Assad Duo at Western WA Univ Jan 15, 2005
    Jill Clark

    Brazilian-born classical guitarists Sergio and Odair Assad will present a concert at Western Washington University, Bellingham, on Saturday, January 15, 2005 at 7:30 in the PAC Concert Hall. Tickets $16-$22. Ticket office: 360-650-6146. Details: http://www.pacseries.wwu.edu.

  13. Pearl Django in Portland November 19, 2004
    Jack Bohl

    PRESS RELEASE

    WHAT…Portland Folklore Society 3rd Friday Concerts Presents
    DJANGO’S TIGERS and PEARL DJANGO

    WHEN…Friday November 19, 2004 730 PM DOORS OPEN 7 PM

    WHERE…Multnomah Friends Meeting House
    4312 SE Stark Portland

    ADMISSION…$10 for Portland Folklore Society members, $12 General Admission, ages 12-18 $5, under 12 FREE
    Sorry, No Advance Ticket Sales

    The Portland Folklore Society presents the best in folk/acoustic/Old Time/Roots music at the 3rd Friday Concert Series, now in its 12th season. The November 19 show features Portland’s gypsy jazz quartet Django’s Tigers, followed by internationally acclaimed Django Masters Pearl Django from Seattle. All this great music at a great price in the intimate setting of the Multnomah Friends Meeting House in Southeast Portland, wheelchair accessible and smoke free.

    MORE INFORMATION…Jack Bohl (503) 282-1327

  14. looking for luthier
    D. Milligan

    I have a James R. Fuller handmade classical guitar. It was made in Portland, OR in 1983. I think Fuller worked in guitar shops around the Portland area. Does anyone know anything about this builder or his guitars? I’d appreciate any info.Thanks

  15. Concert Sept. 18
    David Savage

    Take note that Kalakendra, Society for the Performing Arts of India is presenting a guitar concert on Saturday Sept. 18 7:30 PM, Kaul Auditorium, Reed College, Portland, OR. The artist is Prasanna, who has adapted the guitar to Indian classical music in the Carnatic style. For details see http://www.kalakendra.org.

  16. Pierre Bensusan
    Patrick Woods

    June 23, 2004

    Dear Folks,

    We want you to be the first to know this very special news.

    For the first time in many years, PIERRE BENSUSAN is returning to Portland!

    Pierre will present a master class for guitar on Wednesday, July 21st from 2-4:30 and a full catered concert that evening in the Backgate Stage.

    Seating is limited for both events and tickets are on sale at Artichoke Music starting Wednesday, June 23! Call or come by to get tickets while they last!

    PIERRE BENSUSAN MASTER CLASS

    $40 Advance Tickets only at Artichoke Music

    LIVE at ARTICHOKE with PIERRE BENSUSAN in CONCERT!

    $50 Advance Tickets (One Show Only)

    7PM Doors for Light Refreshments provided, No-Host Bar

    Opening Act by “EASY GO LUCKY”

    This is the rarest of chances to see and hear the incomparable guitar and songs of this beloved musician. Go to http://www.pierrebensusan.com for more!

    Contact Artichoke Music immediately for tickets if you want to come at 503-232-8845.

    Service charges apply on tickets paid by credit card. Phone Orders welcome.

    Your friends in music,

    Kate Power & Steve Einhorn

  17. Jorma Teaches Workshop in Portland Oct. 30
    Jim

    Jorma Kaukonen (Grammy Nominee, Founder of Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna) is teaching a fingerstyle workshop on Thursday afternoon, Oct. 30, from 1 to 4pm. Tuition is $150. Class limit: Ten students. All levels welcome. For more information about Jorma’s workshop or the brand new Mississippi Studios Venue and recording studio, visit http://www.mississippistudios.com. Or, call (503)753-4473

    1. Re: Jorma Teaches Workshop in Portland Oct. 30
      Jim

      Also, Jorma will be playing an intimate concert at 8pm on Oct 30th. Tickets $25. Only a few seats left for the concert.

  18. need a classical guitar
    Phillip Lester

    I’m a visiting guitarist from New York – in town for a week and I need to purchase a decent classical guitar for a recording session. Do you know anyone who has a used Classical guitars available currently. . Please eamil me asap . Also if you have any other leads I would appreciate it.Thanks-Phillip Lester (360)573-4119.

  19. History of the classic guitar
    Grant W. Niver

    I always thought the classic guitar was an invention of Europe, however, recently a friend bought one in Shanghai for $100 Australian Dollars.
    It is beautiful and 4 string. Could it be that the guitar started in China. Do you have any information on the history. Thanks in advance for your help. Grant Niver

  20. History of the classic guitar
    Grant W. Niver

    I always thought the classic guitar was an invention of Europe, however, recently a friend bought one in Shanghai for $100 Australian Dollars.
    It is beautiful and 4 string. Could it be that the guitar started in China. Do you have any information on the history. Thanks in advance for your help. Grant Niver

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