Many fine musicians have studied classical guitar at The University of Akron. While not every graduate over the years remained in the field, many have, and more than a few have successful careers as professional guitarists and music educators. The list below represents only those who currently have a web presence. If you see your name missing, please contact us and let us know!
Of Interest: In celebration of the accomplishments of our alumni, we produced a "Classical Guitar Alumni Festival" in 2007, which featured, in a two-day concert marathon, some fifteen program alumni.
Listed in alphabetical order.
Chris Akin | BM 1991; MM 1993 |
Mir Ali | 2003-05 |
Keith Almstedt | MM, 2006 |
Randall Avers | 1987-89 |
James Buckland | MM, 1993 |
Michael Curtis | BM, 1985 |
Jonathan Davis | MM, 2006 |
Cheryl Fitiak | MM, 2007 |
Loren Fortna | MM, 2000 |
Dominic Frasca | 1984-86 |
Jonathan Gangi | BM, 2005; MM, 2007 |
Seth Guillen | BM, 2009 |
Michael Isla | MM, 2009 |
Kimberly (Fox) Isum | BM, 2006; MM, 2008 |
Paige Jackson | BM, 1989 |
Rusty Jones | MM, 1998 |
Patrick Joyce | MM, 1999 |
James Marron | MM, 1989 |
Peter Matthews | MM, 1990 |
Benjamin McCartney | MM, 1999 |
Joshua Millard | MM, 2001 |
Eric Noden | 1986-88 |
Paul Petric | BM, 1982; MM, 1985 |
Michael Raglow | BM, 2007 |
Kurt Reed | BM, 2008 |
Adam Sarata | MM, 2003 |
Scott Schwertfeger | MM, 1994 |
Steve Sloan | BM, 2007 |
Danny Voris | MM, 1993 |
Neil Zaza | 1984-86 |