Claire Angel Bonner – Presentation and Masterclass, Ashfield, Sandy Bay

Name: Claire Angel Bonner – Presentation and Masterclass, Ashfield, Sandy Bay
Start: 2026-10-31T14:00:00+1100
End: 2026-10-31T18:00:00+1100
Location: Ashfield

Sat, 31 Oct, 2pm - 6pm AEDT

Ashfield

Sandy Bay TAS, Australia

Richard

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Description

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience internationally acclaimed guitarist Claire Angel Bonner up close in the stunning setting of Sandy Bay’s historic Ashfield.

The afternoon will begin at 2:00pm with a presentation on the 19th century guitar, titled "In search of Sor's orchestra: the mysterious sound world of the 19th century guitar."

It focuses on the topic of implied orchestration in the 19th century guitar repertoire. With Claire's approach putting accessibility at the forefront, the concepts in this presentation will be easily understood by listeners with minimal or no musical background and be thought-provoking and stimulating for guitarists who may wish to incorporate them into their own musical practice.

After the presentation each masterclass participant will then have 30-45min each (depending on numbers) with Claire.

Following the masterclass, you will have the opportunity to enjoy a private tour of the beautiful gardens at Ashfield and to share a drink with hosts Rae and Lindsay, and Claire.

Whether you’re a guitar student looking to develop your playing, or simply a lover of great music, this intimate workshop and masterclass offers a rare insight into the artistry, technique and musicianship of an international performer.

Come along, be inspired and discover what’s possible on the classical guitar!

On Sunday 1 November, Claire will perform a solo recital Footsteps through Time at 7:00pm at the Clarence Uniting Church, Bellerive. Masterclass students are eligible for a discounted ticket to the recital. Recital tickets are available at https://events.humanitix.com/claireangelbonnerbellerive

Highly recommended masterclass

An invaluable experience for me as a guitarist. Claire is a tremendously active and engaged tutor who provided a great amount of musical and technical insight that I could apply to my own playing.

Ciaran McKinven Edinburgh university graduate
A welcoming learning environment

She creates an open and welcoming environment that allows players to present themselves fully without any worry or anxiety. All guitarists should take the opportunity to learn with Claire.

Ciaran McKinven Edinburgh university graduate
An expert performer and teacher

Her teaching style is wonderfully supportive and encouraging, with tons of patience for young, old, experienced and inexperienced players. Her caring, friendly manner calmed my anxiety and nerves.

Chris Brown Guitar student
A sensitive and inspiring musician

Claire's musicality and knowledge of 19th century repertoire is a real tour de force. Her playing is divine, colourful, and beautifully phrased with nuanced delicacy.

Chris Brown Guitar student
Wonderful to listen to

Thank you, Claire, for all the helpful advice and tips you gave me in the masterclass. Your presentation was very insightful, and your playing and concert were fantastic.

David Clark Guitar student
A great opportunity and inspiration

I enjoyed the experience very much. The feedback on my performance was very helpful and helped me understand the piece better, especially the dynamics and characters. Thank you again.

Shang Gao Guitar student
Incredibly inspiring

Claire captivated her Edinburgh audience with an inventive and deeply musical recital, showcasing the expressive power of the guitar in its most authentic form. She brought the music vividly to life.

Adam Brown Guitar teacher, Edinburgh University and Edinburgh School of Music
New possibilities for young musicians

Classical repertoire as it was meant to be - up close, expressive, and shared with a warm, engaged audience. Her recital and masterclass opened up new possibilities for young musicians.

Adam Brown Guitar teacher, Edinburgh University and Edinburgh School of Music
A performance to experience and savour

Claire provided an immersive day of 19th century guitar artistry, including a highly-informed, succinct lecture, an inclusive master class, and a brilliant solo recital of variety and depth.

Steve Morrison Edinburgh guitarist and teacher
A high-level interpreter of this music

All participants benefited from her insightful clarity. She is encouraging with practical guidance. My students who participated found the day refreshing, supportive and relevant to their development.

Steve Morrison Edinburgh guitarist and teacher
Her masterclasses were outstanding

The way she connected with her students was a joy to behold, with eye contact and empathy, and very encouraging analysis of their playing. A brilliant style, and an inspiration to me as a teacher.

Graeme Walker Edinburgh music educator
The talk was a model of its kind

Brilliant and informative slides, a relaxed, conversational style, and a scrupulously prepared presentation. Questions were answered with great understanding.

Graeme Walker Edinburgh music educator