Dutch Guitar Foundation

Competition

In 2025, the Groningen Guitar Competition will again focus on solo guitar performance. The guitar is a unique instrument with endless possibilities for solo repertoire. We believe that every guitarist has something unique to express and communicate with their audience. By choosing, mastering, and performing your repertoire you define yourself as an artist. Through which pieces will you express yourself? We’re looking forward to hearing your story and special artistry!

The Groningen Guitar Competition is open to all candidates, regardless of their nationality, age and background. Take a look at the exact competition program and rules below and let us know if you have any questions!

Program and Rules

Jury Members

Jury member Francisco Luís looking at the reader.

Francisco Luís
Alberto Mesirca focusing intently while playing guitar

Alberto Mesirca
Dani Sehu looking distant while holding a guitar.

Đani Šehu
Ivan sitting on a round by a field playing the guitar.

Ivan Šimatović
A closeup of Lovre looking at the reader.

Lovro Peretić
Luka Lovreković sitting in a chair with his guitar

Luka Lovreković
Marion Schaap looking very happy while holding her guitar close to the camera

Marion Schaap
Mark Leighton in a colourful shirt holding his guitar.

Mark Leighton
Martin van Hees looking at the reader while holding the back side of the guitar against the camera.

Martin van Hees
Stephen Goss looking at the reader in front of a very colourful background

Stephen Goss

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