Edge Realty Proudly Supports The URI Guitar & Mandolin Festival

The 2024 University of Rhode Island Guitar & Mandolin Festival is set to be an unforgettable event, celebrating the vibrant tradition of string music with performances, masterclasses, and workshops led by world-class musicians. This annual festival has become a must-attend gathering for enthusiasts, students, and professionals alike, offering a platform for artistic exchange and musical exploration.

Edge Realty International is proud to be a longtime supporter of this beloved festival, reinforcing the company’s commitment to cultural enrichment and the arts within the local community. Broker/Owner Vincent Fraioli, a passionate classical guitarist, has been deeply involved in classical music community for decades. His personal connection to the event is more than just sponsorship; it’s a reflection of his lifelong love for classical guitar and his desire to nurture future generations of musicians.

The URI Guitar & Mandolin Festival has continued to provided valuable opportunities for young musicians to thrive and connect with seasoned professionals, which underscores Edge Realty International’s belief in fostering community engagement beyond real estate, demonstrating a harmonious blend of professional success and artistic passion.

This year’s festival promises a lineup of exceptional talent, innovative performances, and unique collaborations, continuing its legacy as one of the most respected gatherings of string musicians in the region. Whether you are an aspiring guitarist, a mandolin enthusiast, or a supporter of the arts, the 2024 festival is sure to inspire, entertain, and connect a vibrant community of music lovers.

VENUE LOCATIONS

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URI Fine Arts Center
105 Upper College Rd., Kingston, RI

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University Club/Music Annex Building
95 Upper College Rd., Kingston, RI

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St. Augustine's Church
15 Lower College Rd., Kingston, RI

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The Catholic Center of URI

90 Chapel Way., Kingston, RI

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URI, Edwards Hall

64 Upper College Rd, Kingston, RI

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Courthouse Center for the Performing Arts
3481 Kingstown Rd., W. Kingston, RI

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General Stanton Inn

4115 Old Post Rd. Charlestown, RI 02813

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Sunday, October 13, 2024
General Stanton Inn Hosts URI Guitar Festival
 
11:00–11:30 am: Winner of the Costa Rica Guitar Competition, Juan Pablo Salas
11:35–12:10 pm: Ekaterina Skliar and Dor Amran, Mandolin and domra
12:30–1:15 pm:  Mark T Small, Blues Guitar

1:15-2:00 pm Break
2:00-2:45 pm: Hot Club of New England, featuring Atla de Champlain, vocals
3:00-3:45 pm: Duke Robillard Trio
4:00-5:30 pm: Headliner: Fareed Haque Group

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Wednesday, October 16, 2024


LECTURE
History of American Mandolin
Marilynn Mair

URI Fine Arts Center, Concert Hall

12:15-1:30 pm

LUNCH
Annex 113

1:30-2:30 pm



LECTURE
Iron-Clad Performance Preparation
Jacob Reuven, Ekaterina Skliar
Annex 113
2:30–3:45 pm

BREAK/PRACTICE
3:45–6:30 pm

WELCOME AND REGISTRATION

6:30–7:30 pm

CONCERT
Prelude: The Mandolin ensemble
Artists: Pasquale Grasso, Jazz Guitar
-Intermission-
Eliot Fisk

Courthouse Center for the Performing Arts

7:30 pm

AFTER HOURS WITH THE ARTISTS

9:30 pm

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Thursday, October, 17, 2024

LECTURE
Improvisation for Classical and Jazz Guitarists
Pasquale Grasso
URI Fine Arts Center, C100

10:30 am–12:00 pm

LECTURE
Teaching Artistry
Michal Shein

URI Fine Arts Center, C100
12:00–1:30 pm
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TECHNIQUE WORKSHOP
Matthew Rohde

URI Fine Arts Center, C100
2:00–3:00 pm



BREAK/PRACTICE

3:00–4:00 pm

CONCERT

URI Wind Ensemble
Dor Amran, Mandolin

URI Fine Arts Center, Concert Hall

4:00 pm

REGISTRATION CONTINUED
Courthouse Center for the Performing Arts

6:00–7:30 pm

CONCERT
Ekaterina Skliar, Domra and Dor Amran, Mandolin
Intermission
Artyom Dervoed, Classical Guitar

Courthouse Center for the Performing Arts

7:30 pm 

AFTER-HOURS WITH THE ARTISTS

9:30 pm

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Friday, October 18, 2024

TECHNIQUE WORKSHOP

Artyom Dervoed

(bring guitars, please)
Annex 113
9:00–10:00 am


LECTURE
DIY Recording
Jacob Wolf/Ethan Hicks/Steve Schwartz
Annex 113

10:15–11:15 am

LECTURE/FAMILY-STYLE LUNCH
Guitar Tasting and Talk with luthier, Aaron green

Annex 112

11:30–12:30 pm

CONCERT, Convocation
Mark Maxwell and Anne Waller
URI Fine Arts Center, Concert Hall
1:00 pm


MASTERCLASSES ​
Annex101: Matthew Rohde
Annex 112 : Scott Borg
Annex 113: Elena Papandreou
Annex Red Room: Adrian Montero
E 202: Adam Levin
2:00–4:30 pm​


ITALIAN DINNER

(artists/faculty)

Chef: Michelangelo La Luna
The Catholic Center of URI

5:00–7:00 pm

CONCERT
Pre-Concert Talk (7:15pm): Danilo Prefumo
Prelude: The Mandolin Ensemble
SoloDuo, Lorenzo Micheli and Matteo Mela

-Intermission-
Sharon Isbin, Classical Guitarist

URI, Edwards Hall

7:30 pm

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Saturday, October 19, 2024

LECTURE
Creative Habits for an Improviser
Hamilton de Holanda

URI Fine Arts Center, Concert Hall
9:00–10:15 am

TECHNIQUE WORKSHOP

Lorenzo Micheli
(bring guitars, please)

Annex 104
10:30–11:30 am


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LUNCH & LECTURE
Pacific Tonewood and Luthier Expo

Spencer Ladd, Moderator


Annex 113
11:30 am–1:30 pm

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MASTERCLASS
Annex101: Lorenzo Micheli
Annex 104​: Sharon Isbin
Annex 112: Matteo Mela
Red Room (Annex): Artyom Dervoed

Music Annex

E202: Scott Borg

URI Fine Arts Center
1:30–4:00 pm


CONCERT
Winner of Rising Stars Virtual Guitar Competition, Kevin Loh
Elite Mandolin Ensemble 

St. Augustine’s Church

4:30 pm 

Dinner:
6:00–8:00 pm

Art Exhibit/Presentation 

Eyes in color

By Italian painter Franco Azzinari

Moderator: Professor Michelangelo La Luna 

"Eyes in color" is a project dedicated to the children of Amazonia that intends to focus on the importance of the rainforest as a critical place for fighting climate change.

URI, Edwards Hall

6:30-7:30pm

CONCERT
Duo Mantar

Jacob Reuven, Ekaterina Skliar, The Great Necks Guitar Trio

-Intermission-
Hamilton de Holanda Trio

URI, Edwards Hall

8:00 pm

AFTER-HOURS WITH THE ARTISTS

10:00 pm

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Sunday, October 20, 2024

TECHNIQUE WORKSHOP

Matteo Mela
(bring guitars, please)

Annex 104
9:00–10:00 am


MASTERCLASSES
Annex 101: Anne Waller
Annex 104: Mark Maxwell
Annex 112: Scott Borg
Annex 113: Eliot Fisk
Red Room: Kevin Loh

E202: Juan Pablo Salas
10:15 am–12:45 pm

FESTIVAL BBQ and STRING CHANGING SEMINAR
String Changing Seminar
Annex 104: Scott Borg

Music Annex
1:30–2:45 pm

STUDENT SHOWCASE
Rising Stars Young Guitarists Program, Community Strings Project, Mandolin Lovers
URI Fine Arts Center, Concert Hall
3:00 pm

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CONCERT
Pre-Concert Lecture (4:45pm): Danilo Prefumo

Mandolin Seasons

Vivaldi & Piazzolla

Rhode Island Youth Philharmonic

Conductor, Alexey Shabalin
URI Fine Arts Center, Concert Hall
5:00 pm

CONCERT/CONCERTO NIGHT
Adrian Montero, Adam Levin, Jacob Reuven

URI Symphony Orchestra

Conductor, Dr. Luis Viquez

URI Fine Arts Center, Concert Hall
7:30 pm