“For the Love of the Guitar” featuring Walter Parks

- A Fundraiser for St. Louis Classical Guitar’s “Guitar Horizons” Program -

Date: Saturday February 15, 2025

Time: 7:30 PM

Location: Schlafly Tap Room (upstairs in the Hale Room) 12100 Locust Street  St. Louis, MO 63103

Price: $30 per ticket

Join St. Louis Classical Guitar on the day after Valentines Day for a very special event to benefit our Guitar Horizons program.  Guitarist, singer, and songwriter Walter Parks will perform some of his music and will discuss what sparked his love for the guitar.  The event will also feature some appearances by some special surprise guests.  Attendees will have access to a private cash bar.  

St. Louis Classical Guitar’s Online Silent Auction

We are now accepting auction items for our Online Auction, which will take place March 10-31 2025!

Examples include:

• Donated instruments and gear

• Gift certificates to local businesses

• Classical guitar CD’s, LP’s, or memorabilia

• Donated guitar performance or lessons

• Tickets to a concert, play or musical, sports event, etc.

Please reach out if you have something to donate or have any ideas for us as we gear up for our Online Silent Auction 2025!

Open Stage - Your chance to perform!

Please join us for the next Open Stage event - Saturday, December 14th, 2:00pm at Salem United Methodist. Guitarists of any skill-level ages 7 and up are encouraged to sign-up to perform!

Master Classes - All are welcome to attend and learn from these outstanding guitarists.

More information through the link below:

The Gateway Guitar Quartet

• Wednesday, January 15th 7:00-9:00pm @ the Cheshire Inn - Free and open to the public!

• Tuesday, February 4th, 6:00-7:00pm @ the Missouri Athletic Club

• Wednesday, February 12th 7:00-9:00pm @ the Cheshire Inn - Free and open to the public!

The St. Louis Classical Guitar Orchestra:

• Salem United Methodist - Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 2:00PM 

• St. Louis Artists Guild - Saturday, May 24, 2025 time TBD

Our Programs

St. Louis Classical Guitar (SLCG), previously known as the St. Louis Classical Guitar Society, is a non-profit arts agency whose mission is to promote positive impact through classical guitar performance and education. Founded in 1963 by students of George C. Krick, SLCG is the third oldest organization in the nation centered around classical guitar. Now in 2024, SLCG seeks to serve the St. Louis community through innovative, high-quality, and relevant programming.

Concert Series

Our Guitar Masters Concert Series brings the greatest guitarists in the world to St. Louis for intimate concerts at Salem United Methodist and the 560 Music Center. Over the years we have hosted artists such as Manuel Barrueco, David Russell, and Julian Bream – and each concert ends with an opportunity to meet the artists.

Inside Classical Guitar

Inside Classical Guitar is SLCG’s weekly Radio Show. Hosted by W Mark Akin and airing on Radio Arts Foundation (107.3 FM) Monday’s at 7pm, the show takes listeners on a journey through the beauty of classical guitar.

Guitar Horizons

At the heart of SLCG’s community impact is our Guitar Horizons Education Program. Focused mainly in North County and St. Louis City, Guitar Horizons provides the resources necessary for building and sustaining a thriving guitar program in local schools.

Community Orchestra

Open to Members interested in performing in a large ensemble, our 25 person Guitar Orchestra rehearses twice monthly and performs several times a year for community events.

Get Involved

Your support makes the work that we do possible. There are many ways to get involved with St. Louis Classical Guitar and the options below are only a few examples. For more information, or to start a conversation about getting involved, please Contact Us.

Become a Member

Members receive a Membership Card and a variety of benefits including discounts on concerts and more.