Empowering the Next Generation: A Hub for Guitar Educators
The Leyenda Convention is not just for performers; it is a transformative space for guitar teachers of all styles. From June 29 to July 2, 2026, the Wanda L. Bass School of Music becomes a laboratory for pedagogical excellence.
We are proud to offer tuition-free registration to all public and private pre-college guitar teachers, ensuring that every educator has access to these world-class hearts and minds.
Key Benefits for Teachers
Diverse Pedagogical Perspectives: Learn alongside masters like Jack Sanders, Michael Nigro, and Maya Ana Lončăr to discover new ways to engage students in classical, fingerstyle, and modern guitar.
Anatomical Awareness: Work with Tina Margareta Nilssen (Timani) and David Leisner to integrate healthy body mechanics into your lessons, preventing student injuries before they start.
Student Anxiety Management: Gain psychological tools from Dr. Melissa Plamann to help your students navigate the pressure of recitals and auditions.
Creative Arranging: Participate in sessions with John Knowles, CGP, to learn how to teach the art of fingerstyle arranging to students of all levels.
Collaborative Networking: Connect with a global community of teachers—including Gwen-Marie Lerch, Taiwo Adegoke, KJ Redman, and Richie Johansson—to share resources and studio management strategies.
The "Come Together" Timeline
Applications Open: January 15, 2026.
Application Deadline: March 15, 2026.
Decision Notifications: March 15, 2026.
Convention Dates: June 29 – July 2, 2026.
Tuition: FREE for all pre-college public and private teachers.
Professional Growth and Inspiration
Beyond the workshops, teachers are invited to attend the nightly concerts, including "A Night of Legends and Rising Stars," to see the pinnacle of student achievement and professional mastery on one stage. This experience provides the "chills" and the renewed energy needed to return to your studio or classroom inspired.
Join us at the Wanda L. Bass School of Music and let's shape the future of guitar education together.
