Come Be Part of the Next Wave!

UNT's Classical Guitar Program stands as one of the leading programs in the United States. Our program attracts a diverse student body from around the world, including South America, Europe, and Asia. We attract a diverse and talented student body from across the globe, including South America, Europe, and Asia. Our program is known not just for its excellence, but for its flexibility, community, and performance-driven focus.

Join a program that’s growing, evolving, and ready for the next wave of bold, creative guitarists. We are building something exciting here — come be a part of it.

Meet Our Faculty

Dr. Bokyung Byun joins us as Assistant Professor of Guitar. A recipient of the 2023 Avery Fisher Career Grant, she is widely recognized as one of the most sought-after guitarists of her generation. Dr. Byun made history as the first female winner of the JoAnn Falletta International Guitar Concerto Competition and has earned numerous other accolades, including first prize at the 2021 Guitar Foundation of America International Concert Artist Competition. For more information, please click here.

What We Offer

In addition to the rigorous curriculum offered to music students at UNT, we provide a diverse selection of courses in the guitar area, including:

• Fretboard Harmony
• Technique Workshop
• Studio Class
• Guitar Ensemble
• Guitar Chamber Music
• Guitar Pedagogy
• Guitar Literature

For graduate students, what distinguishes UNT from other graduate programs is our flexibility in tailoring your degree program to align with your musical interests and career goals.

 

Student Community & Guest Artists

The Mean Green Guitar Guild (MGGG), our dedicated student organization, hosts internationally recognized guest artists and masterclasses. Recent guests include Marko Topchii, SoloDuo, and Rene Izquierdo. MGGG also supports student travel to conferences and national competitions.