URI Guitar & Mandolin Festival 2025 | 10th Anniversary Highlights & World-Class Performers

Description: Celebrate a decade of musical excellence at the 10th Annual URI Guitar and Mandolin Festival! Held October 19–26, 2025, on the University of Rhode Island campus and nearby venues, this milestone event brings together internationally renowned artists, innovative workshops, and the inaugural New England Invitational Luthier Expo. Experience unforgettable performances by fingerstyle legend Tommy Emmanuel, virtuoso Meng Su, the Texas Guitar Quartet, and more. Dive into a week packed with concerts, masterclasses, competitions, and youth programs—all designed to inspire musicians and music lovers of every age and skill level. Festival highlights include: • Tommy Emmanuel live at Edwards Hall • “Guitar Meets Indian Fusion” with Amit Kavthekar & Mark Lettieri • Rising Stars youth ensemble and commissioned works • Live M.E. Brune Guitar C ...