Zoran Dukić is one of the most distinguished classical guitarists of our time. His profound musicality and unique sound have made him a leading figure on the international scene, both as a performer and teacher. After winning more than thirty top prizes at major competitions in the 1990s, Dukić turned his focus to a rich concert career and deep pedagogical work. He is currently professor at the Royal Conservatoire in The Hague and the Escuela Superior de Música de Cataluña (ESMUC) in Barcelona, where he has mentored a generation of world-class guitarists. Zoran is known for his philosophical approach to interpretation and his ability to inspire both audiences and students with his depth of expression.

Claims to be above interested in Football, Guitar and wine. By many considirated as one of the best teachers. 

Born in 1994 in Stavanger, Norway, Kristina Vårlid is an internationally acclaimed classical guitarist. She has received several prestigious awards, including first prize at the Antwerpen International Guitar Competition and the Koblenz International Guitar Academy Award. In 2017, she was named the best music student in the Netherlands after winning the Grachtenfestival Conservatorium Concours. Kristina is known for her innovative interpretations and her ability to explore the guitar's full sonic range. She currently teaches at the Prins Claus Conservatorium in Groningen and serves as Artistic Director of the Dutch Guitar Foundation.

Studied the guitar forever, loves Spanish culture and film making. 

Jarl is associate professor of guitar, and Lute. He was born in 1962 and grew up just north of the Arctic Circle.
He is educated at the Norwegian State Academy of Music, Oslo and later at Guildhall School of Music and Drama, London, where he got his MA degree. Jarl was awarded a British Council Scholarship, and received in 1990 The Concert Recital Diploma - Premiere Prix. He has given many recitals throughout Norway, USA and many countries in Europa.
Jarl takes great interest in collaborating with other art forms, and has worked with actors, painters, and dancers, at times appearing both as musician and actor. He has on numerous occasions performed with Trondheim Symphony Orchestra as guitarist, mandolinist and banjo player! He is also a member of the distinguished ensemble"Arctic Guitar Trio" that issued their third CD in April 2015.
As a lute player he is also a frequent performer of early music, and In 2015 and 2016 he gave concerts at Trondheim Baroque festival

Eirik is based in the European technology capital of Trondheim, Norway. Here he studied under Jarl Strømdal and is currently pursuing a degree in Music Technology, merging his love for the guitar with cutting edge recording- and reproduction systems. Beyond his work as a guitar virtuoso, Eirik is an established live audio engineer working with major acts both domestic and abroad.
Eirik is a cat person, thriving in good conversations over a nice glass of wine.

Frank teaches guitar at Asker Kulturskole, is the director of the Norwegian Guitarfestival, Asker Guitarcamp and Oslo Guitarclub. He is also a member of the Union Guitar Trio.

Einar Fagerheim is a «bodynerd» educated as physiotherepist and Timani teacher, and he is an amateur classical guitarist.

Timani is a Norwegian methodology, developed by Tina Margareta Nilssen, for teaching musicians to use their bodies smarter. This way they can play better music and prevent injuries.

Reidun works in the municipal sector, enjoys hiking, cares deeply about her community, and is known for her positive spirit.

Zahrah is also an artist and printmaker, nautical-flag enthusiast, and keen Catan player. Zahrah is from London and studied in Birmingham where she now lives.

The extraordinary guitarist Mario Ulloa, whose deep connection to Latin American musical traditions shines through every note. Originally from Costa Rica and now based in Salvador, Brazil, Mario brings decades of experience, sensitivity, and virtuosic skill to the stage.

Aniello Desiderio is celebrated for his electrifying stage presence and virtuosic command of the guitar. Hailed early in his career as a child prodigy, he has since performed in more than 50 countries across five continents, appearing as a soloist with orchestras and at leading festivals. Aniello teaches at the University of Music in Dortmund and the Conservatory of Music in Avellino, and is in demand as a masterclass teacher worldwide. His playing blends technical brilliance with deep musical sensitivity, earning him accolades from critics and peers alike. Aniello is a passionate ambassador for the guitar, known for bridging tradition and innovation with charisma and intensity.

Fred lives and teaches in London and is delighted to continue his long standing support of the Norwegian guitar scene. He studied with Paolo Pegoraro, Graham Devine, Zoran Dukic, Craig Ogden and Tino Andersen, and is currently promoting his debut album of Spanish works written between 1920-1960

Jørgen Iden is the co-founder and CEO of Crescat, a B2B SaaS platform that takes all the moving parts of an event — schedules, crew, artists, and logistics — and brings them into one clear, easy-to-use platform.

With over a decade of experience as a live sound engineer, as well as doing event and festival production, Jørgen’s journey from the sound desk to the CEO's chair gives him a unique perspective on the live industry. He also co-founded Music Tech Conference Bergen and the Tino Andersen International Guitar Festival, blending his deep roots in music with a passion for technological innovation.

Jørgen holds a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Business Analysis and Performance Management from the Norwegian School of Economics, and has studied Classical Guitar at the University of Bergen.

Pål Aam is an experienced guitar teacher, working at Øygarden School of Music and as a substitute teacher at Bergen Culture School (Suzuki program). He has studied music for 10 years, including a bachelor’s degree in classical guitar from the Norwegian Academy of Music and a master’s from the Grieg Academy. He also has a background in band playing and rhythmic genres. In recent years, his focus has included arranging for guitar and guitar duo, in collaboration with his colleague Hallgeir Fiskaaen.

has been a guitar professor at the Grieg Academy for nearly 30 years. Since his debut at Wigmore Hall in London, he has performed hundreds of concerts – as a soloist, chamber musician, and with orchestras both in Norway and internationally. He has released around 20 albums, with Havana–Rio–Moscow – recorded with St. Martin in the Fields at the legendary Abbey Road Studios – standing out as a highlight

Spellemann Award-nominated guitarist, arranger, and composer from Sandane in Nordfjord, with an education from the Bergen Music Conservatory, a diploma from the Norwegian Academy of Music, and two years as a DAAD scholarship recipient at the Hochschule für Musik und Darstellende Kunst in Frankfurt am Main. He has performed concerts and toured in Europe, South America, and Asia, and contributed as a musician and arranger on numerous recordings – spanning contemporary music, classical, folk, and traditional songs.

Hilda Andersen is a warm-hearted Brazilian who loves to help and is excited to meet you!

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Born in 1991 in Kyiv, Ukraine, Marko Topchii began playing guitar at the age of four and quickly developed into one of the most decorated classical guitarists of his generation. He has won more than 100 international awards, including over 50 first prizes. His achievements include victories at the Guitar Foundation of America International Concert Artist Competition and the Michele Pittaluga International Classical Guitar Competition. In 2024, he became the inaugural winner of the Tino Andersen International Guitar Festival. Marko has performed in venues such as Carnegie Hall and Salle Cortot, and his repertoire spans more than 15 concertos for guitar and orchestra.

Beatriz is a talented singer, whose voice adds warmth and intimacy to any hall and performance. The daughter of renowned guitarist Mario Ullao

tephen Goss is a Welsh composer and guitarist whose music is performed worldwide, from Carnegie Hall to Wigmore Hall. A professor at both the University of Surrey and the Royal Academy of Music in London, he has written major works for John Williams, Evelyn Glennie, and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. His compositions often explore time, place, and style — blending influences with clarity and playfulness. Outside of composing, Stephen is a devoted collaborator, recording artist, and Arsenal supporter.

Teacher and director of a small art/music school in Vaksdal close to Bergen. In addition to his long term relationship with the classical guitar Sindre loves bossa nova the smell of solder in the morning while building guitar effect pedals or restoring music equipment. Sindre is a part of the guitar duo Stien&Sortland, playing exclusively modern and historical instruments built by Tom Stien.

is a guitar teacher at Stavanger School of Culture and has previously worked at Bergen School of Culture. He holds a degree from the Bergen Conservatory of Music and the Guildhall School of Music & Drama in London. He is an avid hiker and enjoys fishing.

Helen Sanderson is based in Cardiff, where she leads the guitar programme at the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama. As a performer, arranger, and creative entrepreneur, she has shaped the British guitar scene over two decades. Helen is the founder of Guitar Circus and Artistic Director of both the National Youth Guitar Ensemble and the World Youth Guitar Festival. She has toured internationally with the VIDA Guitar Quartet, and her work as an arranger is regularly featured in UK music exam syllabuses. When not teaching or performing, she serves on juries for major competitions and continues her research into inclusive and ensemble-based guitar education.

Vanja is Tino’s daughter – the perfect artist host, always ready to step in and get things done.

Knut-Martin jobber som gitarlærer ved Bergen Kulturskole hvor han har jobbet siden 2013. Der underviser han barn i alderen 7 til 18 i både klassisk og rytmisk gitar. Ved siden av Kulturskolen spiller han med HanHerman og Zupermaria, i tillegg til å vikar i andre prosjekter. Han studerte master i klassisk gitar på Griegakademiet i Bergen.

Michael is a keen supporter of Liverpool Football Club, and an owner of two dogs, Teddy and Sadie.