Member sessions
We host casual member sessions every month for classical guitarists of all abilities to perform to a friendly group of peers. Twice a year from 2027 we intend to hold Guitar Days for our members to work on technique with teachers in our community, and with concluding members concerts.
Our sessions are held in members' homes for six months of the year, in the chapel at St Saviour's for four months, with the Guitar Days also being at St Saviour's.
Upcoming member sessions
Meet our Members
Our membership is composed of a diverse group of guitar enthusiasts of all abilities, from all walks of life.
Thomas
PhD Student - classical guitar improvisation (Guildhall School of Music & Drama)
Growing up in a musical family I played all sorts of different instruments but settled on the guitar, which then became my profession.
I’m doing a PhD at Guildhall where I study improvisation on the Guitar in the early nineteenth century in theory, and in my personal practice.
I enjoy the vibrant energy at WiGS and the community of so many different people who are all passionate about the classical guitar.
Eva
Student
I have only recently begun my journey of exploring the vitality of the classical guitar, but it has already cemented itself as a fundamental part of my life. It is unclear whether passion is truly any different from obsession, but I am walking a fine line nonetheless!
I am in love with the way this instrument can tell a story, whether through the dramatic rhythms of Piazzolla, or the intricate counterpoint of J.S. Bach.
I have also learned how the classical guitar connects us to one another. WiGS is a vibrant community, not just with music, but with support and enthusiasm, and it is wonderful to create in such a welcoming space.
Adam
Funeral Service Crew
I have played the guitar for nearly 35 years and cannot imagine life without it. I have a Bachelor of Music Degree from Canterbury Christ Church University taught by Jeff Alexander and a Postgraduate Diploma from the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama under John Mills, Eleftheria Kotzia and Graham Devine.
I then taught this wonderful instrument for 10 years in Gibraltar, as a tutor at the Gibraltar Academy of Music and Performing Arts, at the local secondary schools, and privately.
Now in London, teaching has taken a back seat but I am grateful to everyone at WiGS for the opportunity to keep my performing going.
Creative Associations
We are proud to support our members' guitar-related initiatives.
Guitar Festival
The Play2 festival offers young guitarists a unique, fully funded opportunity to participate in workshops, ensemble sessions, and professional concerts in Armenia each July.
Guitar and Mandolin Teacher
Brad was our Artistic Director until September 2026. He is an award-winning guitarist and MA with Distinction and DipRAM graduate of the Royal Academy of Music, with performance experience across major concert venues and festivals, and studied with Stephen Goss, Michael Lewin, Craig Ogden, David Russell, and Fabio Zanon. He teaches in the Wimbledon area.
Luthier
With a preference for hand tools and freehand techniques, Nick crafts his guitars in his South London workshop, located above the studio of his sculptor wife, Almuth Tebbenhoff. Nick honed his craft with skilled mentors such as Nick Pyle, Pete Howlett, Mike Hobbs, Richard Osborne, and Pablo Requena.
Playing member
60
Every year
For guitarists of all abilities
Access to 11 Member Sessions every year
Participation in Advanced Classes by invitation
Access to social events
Student/U30 member
30
Every year
For full-time students, or members under age 30
Access to 11 Member Sessions every year
Participation in Advanced Classes by invitation
Access to social events
Advanced Classes only
30
Every year
For professionals and conservatoire graduates looking for a supportive environment to try new pieces and prepare for concerts
Participation in Advanced Classes only
Access to social events
2026 Member Subscriptions
WiGS Membership gives you access to:
Member Sessions - where guitarists of all abilities play to each other. Professional guitarist, Brad Johnson, joins us several times a year to offer coaching and feedback.
Advanced Classes (by invitation only) - where professionals, conservatoire graduates and amateurs of a high playing standard perform and offer feedback to each other, with a limited audience.
If you'd like to be part of WiGS but don't want to play at sessions, you can join as a Community Member for £20 per year.
This gives you access to social events and free observer attendance at Member Sessions, subject to space (and excluding ticketed events: the Advanced Classes and all concerts).