Richard Gilewitz Live Concert

Discounted Combo Ticket Price available for people attending both the Workshop AND the Concert.

Internationally acclaimed fingerstyle guitarist Richard Gilewitz will appear live at The Melon Ball on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 as part of his album release tour supporting his tenth studio recording, GILEWITZ.

Known for his dazzling technique, intricate fingerpicking, and playful storytelling, Richard brings a one-of-a-kind performance. Don’t miss the chance to experience an intimate performance from one of the most distinctive musicians in acoustic guitar.

Widely regarded for his virtuoso fingerstyle technique and engaging stage presence, Gilewitz has toured internationally for more than three decades, earning praise for performances that move seamlessly between classical, blues, folk, jazz, and rock traditions. His repertoire spans from Bach to Zeppelin, delivered with technical mastery and a storyteller’s charm. DigitalDreamDoor has ranked him among the Top 100 Greatest Acoustic Guitar Players of All Time.

Gilewitz has performed at major festivals and venues worldwide, including the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, and has opened for artists such as Warren Zevon, America, Leo Kottke, Steve Morse, and The Little River Band, as well as comedians including Richard Lewis and Louie Anderson. Guitar legend Leo Kottke recorded one of Gilewitz’s original compositions, retitling it Echoing Gilewitz in his honor.

In addition to his performance career, Gilewitz is a respected educator and creator of instructional materials for TrueFire and Mel Bay Publications, and is the founder of Gillacamp Guitar and Ukulele Camp. His recent appearances include repeated invitations to perform at the Chicago Botanic Gardens, where he drew the largest audience in the venue’s summer concert series history.