Music

Guitar Festival at the Library 2026

Organised by: Singapore Classical Guitar Community & Toa Payoh Guitar Club Performed by: Toa Payoh Guitar Club, Dr. Stephen Mattingly, Singapore Guitar Marathon participants
  • Date:
    13, 14 Jun 2026
  • Time:
    Day 1 (Sat 13 Jun): 11:00am - 6:00pm
    Day 2 (Sun 14 Jun): 2:00pm - 7:00pm
  • Duration:
    Day 1: 7h, Day 2: 5h
  • Venue:
    100 Victoria Street, Singapore 188064
  • Admission:
    Free admission. No registration required. Open to all.

Synopsis:

<p data-manus_clickable="true" data-manus_click_id="73">Guitars will fill the stage this June school holidays! The Guitar Festival at the Library 2026 brings two days of world-class performances, storytelling, hands-on learning, and a community celebration of the classical guitar — held at 100 Victoria Street, Singapore 188064.

<p data-manus_clickable="true" data-manus_click_id="74">Day 1 (Sat 13 Jun, 11am–6pm) features a masterclass and recital by acclaimed US guitarist Dr. Stephen Mattingly (Chair of the Guitar Foundation of America), a family-friendly music and storytelling session, and a 90-minute showcase by the Toa Payoh Guitar Club — Singapore's oldest community guitar orchestra, established in 1974.

<p data-manus_clickable="true" data-manus_click_id="75">Day 2 (Sun 14 Jun, 2pm–7pm) hosts the 3rd Singapore Guitar Marathon — a 5-hour continuous showcase of local soloists and ensembles — alongside 11 exhibition booths showcasing luthiers, vintage guitars, and educators.

<p data-manus_clickable="true" data-manus_click_id="76">All events are free and open to the public. Perfect for families, music students, and enthusiasts!