The 2026–27 International Concert Series

“Elegant.” “Riveting.” “Soulful.” “Classic mastery.” These are a few of the terms that have been used to describe the unique and stunning swing-jazz music of acoustic guitarist Guy Van Duser and clarinetist Billy Novick. Together as a duo for more than forty years, Guy and Billy have performed in concerts, clubs and festivals all over North America

David William Ross is a New England based guitarist, tea drinker, and connoisseur of steel cut oats. His recordings and performances have been lauded for their sensitivity, virtuosity, and depth of musicality. Ross frequently works with contemporary composers and is active in cultivating new repertoire for the guitar. He has premiered works by Frank Wallace,

Osvaldo Gold is a well-rounded guitarist that enjoys performing for diverse audiences around the world. He started playing guitar and studying music at the age of 8 while enrolled at the Conservatorio Colon in his native Montevideo, Uruguay. At the age of 11 he began performing on stage in theater productions and Latin folklore groups. After

Irish guitarist-composer Alan Mearns is internationally recognized for performances of exceptional musical imagination, technical virtuosity, and expressive depth.  Born in Belfast, Northern Ireland, Mearns pursued advanced musical studies in the United States, where he was the first guitarist to be awarded the prestigious Fletcher Scholarship for his undergraduate work with Dr. Douglas James at Appalachian

Betty's Bounce is a trio of two acoustic guitars and acoustic bass that performs American Jazz and music in the spirit of guitarist Django Reinhardt. The repertoire of Betty's Bounce includes classic and modern popular tunes played with a “gypsy” twist.