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Member sessions

We host free casual monthly member sessions for amateur classical guitarists of all abilities to perform to a friendly group of peers.​

Several times a year, we are joined by professional guitarist, Brad Johnson, who runs technique workshops and provides feedback on our performances.

Upcoming member sessions

  • Tue 27 May
    A member's home
    27 May 2025, 19:45 – 21:30
    A member's home
    Our members provide each other with an audience to perform to. Our sessions in members' homes have smaller groups: a smaller audience, so more playing time, in a friendly environment and without our Performance Coach.
  • Wed 28 May
    A member's home
    28 May 2025, 19:45 – 21:30
    A member's home
    Our members provide each other with an audience to perform to. Our sessions in members' homes have smaller groups: a smaller audience, so more playing time, in a friendly environment and without our Performance Coach.
  • Sun 08 Jun
    A member's garden
    08 Jun 2025, 16:00 – 18:00
    A member's garden, Raynes Park, London SW20, UK
    Our summer drinks and nibbles, held in a member's garden (if the weather is kind), for all members and their partners.
  • Tue 17 Jun
    St Saviour's Church (Lady Chapel)
    17 Jun 2025, 19:45 – 22:00
    St Saviour's Church (Lady Chapel), Grand Dr, Raynes Park, London SW20 9DL, UK
    All members are welcome to perform in the Lady Chapel at St. Saviour's with Performance Coach, Brad Johnson; unlike our smaller, coach-free home sessions, this offers guided practice in a shared setting.

Meet our Members

Our membership is composed of a diverse group of guitar enthusiasts of all abilities, from all walks of life.

Creative Associations

We are proud to support our members' guitar-related initiatives. 

Members page FAQs
  • What happens at member sessions?
    At member sessions, members can practice their performance skills by playing to the rest of the group. On a regular basis, we are joined by our Performance Coach, professional guitarist Brad Johnson, who will offer tips and advice after each performance. We learn from direct feedback, and by listening to feedback offered to others. Brad also runs technical workshops, where we focus on improving a particular aspect of guitar playing.
  • Am I too inexperienced/experienced to join WiGS?
    Our members range from complete beginners to those studying for a PhD in music. We welcome members of all playing abilities.
  • How do you run member sessions for free?
    A small portion of the concert proceeds fund our member sessions. They are used to pay for room hire and our Performance Coach, professional guitarist Brad Johnson. WiGS members help out with concerts on a voluntary basis.
  • What's the process for joining WiGS, and attending member sessions and performance classes?
    1. Press the 'Join WiGS' button and fill out the form. 2. We'll get in touch to arrange an informal coffee chat, so we can learn more about each other and see if we do what you are looking for. 3. You'll be invited to observe a member session (you can play if you want!) and, if we're a good fit for each other, you'll be added to our members list.
  • Do I have to play at every session? Can I join as an observer?
    You do not have to play at every session and are more than welcome to come and listen to others, whether you are just joining and observing, or you are already a seasoned member who needs some time out from playing.
  • Am I too young/old to join WiGS?
    You must be 18 or over to join WiGS (for now—watch this space!). Aside from that, our members span a wide range of ages, and everyone is welcome.
  • Can I play non-classical music?
    We welcome guitarists playing classical-adjacent styles (eg flamenco). We are, however, a classical guitar society so instruments should be acoustic and at least closely related to the classical guitar. Please email markatwigs@gmail.com if you have any doubts.
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Address for concerts

St Saviour's Church

Grand Drive

Raynes Park

London SW20 9DL

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