VIGF LUTHIER Conference announces GRIT LASKIN, LINDA MANZER and MICHAEL GREENFIELD will host one hour “Meet the Maker” roundtable sessions

The Vancouver International Guitar Festival Luthier Conference announces that master builders GRIT LASKIN, LINDA MANZER and MICHAEL GREENFIELD will host “Meet the Maker” roundtable sessions as part of its June 23 programming.

Conference registration takes place at: https://www.vancouverguitarfestival.com/tickets/ 

More information on the conference can be found here:
https://www.vancouverguitarfestival.com/conference-schedule/

Paid conference registrants are welcome to reserve a seat at by emailing conference@vancouverguitarfestival.com. Tables accommodate just 10 people. The hosts will answer questions about their career, designs, techniques and aspirations.

LINDA MANZER

MICHAEL GREENFIELD

GRIT LASKIN

VIGF Exhibitors Linda Manzer, Jean Larrivee, Grit Laskin, Sergei de Jonge and David Wren honour Canada's Group of Seven artists in celebration of Canada's 150th anniversary

VIGF exhibitors Linda Manzer, Jean Larrivee, Grit Laskin, Sergei de Jonge and David Wren honour Canada's Group of Seven artists in celebration of Canada's 150th anniversary. 

As reported by the Globe and Mail, the Group of Seven Guitar Project is an exhibit commissioned by the McMichael Canadian Art Collection and set to open on May 6. The exhibit will feature seven masterwork guitars made by seven of the country’s top luthiers – each instrument an homage to a particular Group of Seven member. 

Read more here: http://www.theglobeandmail.com/arts/music/masterwork-guitar-exhibit-honours-group-of-seven-painters/article33457571/

VIGF Luthier Conference

VANCOUVER INTERNATIONAL GUITAR FESTIVAL IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE IT’S INAUGURAL LUTHIER (INSTRUMENT BUILDER) CONFERENCE. 

VIGF Luthier Conference is designed for professional luthiers, active hobbyists and anyone who wants a deeper look at the fascinating world of handcrafted musical instruments. You will have opportunities to meet face-to-face with the legends of the industry and mingle with your peers in a relaxed but professional setting. You’ll meet the pioneers of modern luthiery and the next generation of forward-thinkers who are shaping the future of the industry. Our one-day program encompasses two keynote speakers, 10 roundtable breakout sessions, our first VIGF Industry Award presentation, a recording artist panel, and a social mixer with live music to end the day.