East London ClassicalGuitar Society

Meet guitarists in East London

Informal performance sessions in East London for guitarists.

Be first to hear about our late 2026 launch.

Classical guitarists playing together in a circle in a church hall
A guitarist performing to members of the society in a church hall
About the Society

Improve together with your new fellow travellers

It's time to find some friends! It can't be just you and your Sor fingers forever.

Our casual monthly performance meetups are the perfect opportunity to share your playing with a welcoming group of guitar enthusiasts.

Society leadership

Guided by world-class performers

Portrait of Brad Johnson holding a classical guitar

Brad Johnson

Founder

Bradley Johnson is a London-based Classical Guitarist and Mandolinist. He has performed at major UK venues and festivals such as Cadogan Hall, King's Place, and the Uppsala Guitar Festival, released premiere recordings of contemporary composers through the RAM Bicentenary project, and won awards including the Ivor Mairants Guitar Award and Blyth Watson Guitar Concerto Prize. He trained at the Royal Northern College of Music and the Royal Academy of Music studying under teachers including Craig Ogden, Michael Lewin, and David Russell. Also an experienced teacher, he holds the LRAM teaching diploma with Distinction, has taught at King's College London, and performs on guitars by Philip Woodfield and Manuel Contreras.

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How It Works

Everything a guitarist could hope for

Join our waitlist

Fill out our waitlist form, and we'll be in touch once we have enough members to launch.

Perform for each other

Members play to each other in monthly performance sessions. Sessions cycle around the homes of members who are happy to host locally. Many sessions will be accompanied by Brad Johnson, who will offer feedback and encouragement.

Watch yourself improve!

We improve our skills by getting used to the nerves and emotions we feel when performing, and from peer and Brad Johnson's feedback.

All Standards Welcome

Whether you are picking up the guitar for the first time or returning to the stage, there is a place for you in the society.

FAQ

Questions, answered

What will happen at society sessions?

At society sessions, members can practice their performance skills by playing to the rest of the group. On a regular basis, we are joined by our Society Leader who offers tips and advice after each performance. We learn from direct feedback, and by listening to feedback offered to others.

When does the society launch?

We are launching in late 2026. Join the waitlist to be the first to know about our launch.

Do I need to be an advanced player to join?

Not at all. The society welcomes every standard, from complete beginners to professional performers.

How much will sessions cost?

Membership fees are £12 per session. Playing sessions are opportunities to perform to a small group of peers, and Brad Johnson, who will offer expert feedback and advice.

Be there for the opening note

Join the waitlist today and we'll keep you posted on our launch, founding membership, and our first sessions.