Two Extraordinary Artists.
One Creative Community.
Join The Creative Classical Guitarist for exclusive guest lectures with Stephen Goss and Jason Vieaux.
Explore creativity, composition, arranging, interpretation and performance with two internationally acclaimed musicians.
START YOUR FREE 7-DAY TRIAL →Special membership enrolment closes November 1, 2026.
Original Copy
The Creative Continuum from Transcription to Composition
Where does transcription end and composition begin? Explore the fascinating relationship between transcription, creative arrangement, improvisation and original composition in this special live lecture.
Thursday, November 12, 2026
9:00 PM UK (GMT) • 4:00 PM US Eastern (EST)
Friday, November 13 • 8:00 AM Melbourne (AEDT)
Lecture title is provisional. Included with CCG membership.
Learn from Two World-Class Musicians
Two inspiring opportunities to explore the ideas, experiences and creative approaches of internationally acclaimed artists.
Stephen Goss
Composer, Guitarist and Educator
Stephen Goss is Professor of Composition at the University of Surrey and Professor of Guitar at the Royal Academy of Music.
His compositions and collaborations include work with John Williams, David Russell and Xuefei Yang.
Where does transcription end and composition begin?
In this special guest lecture, Stephen explores creative arranging and the continuum between transcription and composition, via arrangement and improvisation.
Discover how existing musical material can become the starting point for something imaginative, personal and original.
UK: Thu 12 Nov, 9:00 PM GMT
US Eastern: Thu 12 Nov, 4:00 PM EST
Melbourne: Fri 13 Nov, 8:00 AM AEDT
Jason Vieaux
Grammy Award-Winning Guitarist
Jason Vieaux is one of the most celebrated classical guitarists of his generation.
He is Head of Guitar at the Cleveland Institute of Music and co-founder of the guitar department at the Curtis Institute of Music.
His international career combines outstanding artistry, teaching and a deep commitment to musical excellence.
Join Jason for an exclusive CCG guest lecture in December. The date and time will be announced to members.
Exact date and time to be announced.
3 Months of CCG Membership
- Stephen Goss: Original Copy, live November 12
- Jason Vieaux guest lecture in December
- Full access to CCG courses and workshops
- Weekly masterclasses and international community
- Composition, arranging, improvisation and technique resources
- A supportive environment to develop your musical creativity
Enrol by November 1, 2026
7-day free trial followed by recurring quarterly membership. See checkout for final billing details and currency.
A Creative Community That Keeps You Growing
Your CCG membership includes much more than these special guest events.
Learn
Develop your musicianship through practical courses, workshops, masterclasses and structured learning resources.
Create
Explore composition, arranging, harmony and improvisation, turning musical ideas into finished creative work.
Connect
Become part of an international community of guitarists sharing ideas, performances, encouragement and feedback.
Continue Your Creative Journey
After joining, you're welcome to remain on the quarterly membership, switch to a monthly or yearly plan, or cancel.
Monthly membership is US$75, and yearly membership is US$750. Plan changes and cancellation are managed through your membership account, subject to the billing terms shown at checkout.
We hope you'll discover that CCG is much more than a music school. It's a movement of musicians learning, creating and growing together.
Your Next Creative Chapter Starts Here
Join us for Stephen Goss's Original Copy lecture in November, Jason Vieaux in December, and three months of creative musical growth with CCG.
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