Los Angeles Guitar Quartet Tickets

The Los Angeles Guitar Quartet (LAGQ) has been a cornerstone of contemporary classical guitar since its founding in 1980 at the USC Thornton School of Music. Originally formed by Anisa Angarola, John Dearman, William Kanengiser, and Scott Tennant, the ensemble quickly established a unique voice in chamber music, blending classical elegance with modern charisma. Over the decades, LAGQ has expanded its repertoire and earned a place among the world’s premier guitar quartets.

Today’s lineup features John Dearman, William Kanengiser, Matthew Greif, and Douglas Lora (joined in 2023, replacing Scott Tennant). The group continues to tour nationally and regionally, bringing intricate arrangements and bold collaborations to stages across the United States.

As performers, the LAGQ blend technical precision with expressive depth, whether performing classic transcriptions, contemporary commissions, or multimedia projects. Their international presence is complemented by a strong label and media footprint, including LAGQ Records and collaborations that highlight the ensemble’s exploratory spirit.

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Discography highlights include the Grammy-winning Best Classical Crossover Album for Guitar Heroes (2005) and the Grammy-nominated Opalescent (2022), featuring the single Hidden Realm of Light and a project that showcases the quartet’s evolving sound. Their collaboration Road to the Sun on Pat Metheny’s project (with Jason Vieaux) released in 2021–2022 demonstrates the ensemble’s willingness to explore cross-genre conversations. LAGQ’s releases span from 1983 to 2022 across labels like Orpharion, Delos, Sony, Telarc, Red Bus, Burnside/Lagq, and their own LAGQ Records, reflecting a legacy of both scholarly rigor and wide-reaching appeal.

Official channels include the band’s site lagq.com and their Bandcamp page lagq.bandcamp.com, where fans can explore releases, news, and direct-to-fan content. For venues, cities, and dates, keep an eye on current listings as LAGQ continues touring in 2025–2026 with performances in San Francisco, Sarasota, Norfolk, Phoenix, and beyond. If you’re looking for a refined, crowd-pleasing guitar experience, secure your seats with Gold Coast Tickets for an LAGQ performance near you.