This unique guitar event is the only one in the southeast that offers a variety of educational opportunities and features multiple genres of professional guitar artistry. The Festival audience has the opportunity to witness playing by some of the most promising, young guitarists in the world. By attending the competition rounds and concerts, the audience can experience breathtaking talent by world renowned artists. Because of this project, the interest and knowledge of classical, Spanish guitar playing is growing every year. Finally, local students from public and private schools participating in guitar programs get a chance to attend this high quality event, which otherwise would not be available to them.