Upcoming Events - 2026



Sunday, June 21st
This recurring solstice celebration sees live music happening all over the city, and in cities across the country. Madison alone has over 500 artists playing at over 160 venues throughout the day. We're currently signed up for two locations, and still have a couple of days to add more, so stay tuned. Check the link above in the title to see our MMM artist page.
If you're interested in playing a little at one of these, please let me know. Otherwise, get out into the city and see what's going on! Hopefully the weather forecast mellows between now and then.


Muso - MCGS Guitar Showcase
Saturday, June 27th from 5-8pm
Muso is another local nonprofit organization whose mission is promoting acoustic performances. They've got a small, but fantastic venue for listening and performing with a stage and great mic/PA situation. We've wanted to do more with them for a while and happy it's finally starting to come together. We'll be using the same open mic formula we've employed for years at Lakeside.
Performers sign up here


Casual Club
Sunday, June 28th at 7pm
On the last Sunday of each month, Steve Waugh hosts a gathering where you can share what you're working on and talk shop in a supportive environment without the pressure of a public stage performance. Bring a guitar and a few bucks toward the rental of the space, if you can spare it.


August 21 and October 23 at 7pm
These evenings are always amazing and precious. We've got two dates set for the 2nd half of 2026, so please mark your calendars.
Performer digital sign-ups will be opened later as the dates get closer. I'll send a reminder.

Leonela Alejandro at Overture on April 28th

Location: 201 State St, Madison, WI 53703, USA

 


MCGS is proud to present a concert Leonela Alejandro at the Overture Center's Promenade Hall!  This will be a ticketed event through Overture, so please visit the link below to reserve yours.

Experience the finesse and expressive power of award-winning classical guitarist Leonela Alejandro. Hailing from San Juan, Puerto Rico, Alejandro has emerged as one of the most compelling young voices in classical guitar, captivating audiences with performances that are both technically brilliant and deeply expressive.


A winner of more than a dozen national and international competitions, including top prizes from the Guitar Foundation of America and major festivals across the U.S. and Europe, Alejandro brings world-class credentials and unmistakable musical presence to the stage. Her career spans solo recitals, orchestral concerto performances and premieres of new works, all delivered with striking energy and emotional depth.


Don’t miss this chance to hear a rising star whose playing is as powerful as it is precise—an unforgettable evening of classical guitar artistry.


Tickets through Overture box office here.

More about Leonela on her website.