International Guitar Night

International Guitar Night


North America’s longest-touring guitar fest hits Poway! Featuring Stephanie Jones (Classical-Australia), Alexandr Misko (Creative Fingerstyle-Russia), Lucas Imbiriba (Rock/Flamenco-Brazil), and Taimane (Ukulele-Hawaii).

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Get ready for a one-of-a-kind musical experience as International Guitar Night XXVI brings together four masterful players from around the globe for an evening of dazzling solos, inventive duets, and breathtaking ensemble performances. This season’s lineup features the elegant precision of Australian classical guitarist Stephanie Jones, the fiery rhythms of Brazilian virtuoso Lucas Imbiriba, the mind-blowing fingerstyle innovation of Russian sensation Alexandr Misko, and, for the first time ever, the genre-defying power of ukulele superstar Taimane from Hawaii. Blending a variety of styles—classical, flamenco, rock, folk, and more—these world-class musicians unite for an unforgettable showcase of international talent, technical brilliance, and musical storytelling. 

Lucas Imbiriba (Brazil) – A genre-bending powerhouse whose mastery blends flamenco fire, Latin rhythms, classical lyricism, and rock intensity. A national guitar competition winner, viral YouTube star (20 million views plus), and former Glastonbury performer, Lucas brings dynamic showmanship and sizzling solos. 

Thu Le (Vietnam) – A celebrated Vietnamese guitarist whose performances combine exceptional
technical command with lyrical expression. A graduate of prestigious European conservatories,
she bridges Eastern and Western traditions through a distinctive voice on the classical guitar,
earning acclaim on international stages.

 Alexandr Misko (Russia) – This modern fingerstyle prodigy bridges tradition and innovation with viral hits and performances at Carnegie Hall. Known for his custom “Frankenstein Guitar,” Misko’s technique is as inventive as his compositions, attracting nearly 900k followers  

 Taimane (Hawaii) – The first-ever ukulele artist in IGN history, Taimane shatters expectations with her fierce, theatrical performances. A four-time Nā Hōkū Hanohano awardee, she blends Bach, Led Zeppelin, flamenco, and tribal hymns into powerful shows that have amassed over 50 million video views. 

Together, this international quartet weaves a vibrant tapestry of styles—classical, flamenco, fingerstyle, rock, and ukulele—in a seamless, thrilling musical journey. Whether you’re a guitarist, music lover, or simply a live performance fan, International Guitar Night XXVI offers something to resonate with everyone.

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Event Date

  • Sunday February 22nd, 2026 - 4:00pm

Ticket Prices

  • $68/58/48 Adults
  • $59/51/42 Seniors (65+), Active Military, Students (age 13-21)
  • $39/34/29 Half Price Youth (12 and under)

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