Masterclass
Concerts
Guitar competition
Valle d'Itria Guitar Festival
2-6 SEPTEMBER 2026
MARTINA FRANCA - LOCOROTONDO - CISTERNINO
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Upcoming concerts
See upcoming concerts02 Sep
Duo Bandini-Chiacchiaretta
20:00 · Martina Franca
Chiostro del Carmine
03 Sep
Concerto Espresso
17:00 · Martina Franca
Associazione Artigiana del Mutuo Soccorso
03 Sep
Silvia Escamilla Jiménez
20:00 · Cisternino
Chiesa di Santa Maria di Costantinopoli
04 Sep
Concerto Espresso
17:00 · Martina Franca
Associazione Artigiana del Mutuo Soccorso
04 Sep
Competition Grand Final
20:00 · Locorotondo
Villa Mitolo
05 Sep
Carlo Marchione
18:00 · Martina Franca
Auditorium della Fondazione Paolo Grassi
06 Sep
The Guitars of Tomorrow
11:30 · Martina Franca
Associazione Artigiana del Mutuo Soccorso
Initiatives
Valle d'Itria Guitar Festival 2026
Work
Masterclass
One-to-one lessons, group classes, and mentoring with guest teachers in a high-intensity practical path.
2-6 September
Daily sessions · Historic center
Work
Concerts
Recitals and special projects between historic palaces and auditoriums, with Italian and international artists.
Every evening
Evening program · Martina Franca
Work
Guitar competition
Live semifinals and finals with an international jury, public listening, and support for emerging talent.
3-4 September
Live rounds · Historic center
Masterclass & Competition
2026 registrations are open
Advanced masterclass from 4 to 6 September and the 1st «Valle d'Itria Guitar Festival» International Competition on 3 and 4 September. Fees, deadlines and requirements are in the official regulations.
One-to-one lessons with Giampaolo Bandini and Carlo Marchione