Chandler Dillingham is quickly gaining recognition as a rising pedagogue and performer in the classical guitar world.

He has performed across the United States as a solo artist and chamber musician, earning prizes in multiple prestigious competitions at the national level, including the Schubert Club Competition, Southern Guitar Festival, Eastern Music Festival, and Society of American Musicians Competition. Chandler has also been invited to perform at prominent venues in the Midwestern United States, such as the Ravinia Festival and the University of Wisconsin-Parkside Concert Series. 
"Chandler is a guitarist with a great sense of musicality and nuance, effortlessly versatile across genres and deeply thoughtful in interpretation, bringing depth and expression to every piece."
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Dr. Bokyung Byun
Professor of Guitar at University of North Texas
​Winner of 2021 GFA ICAC
As a performing artist, Chandler goes beyond sharing music by creating a deeper connection with his audience through context and storytelling. By offering insights into the historical and social backgrounds of his repertoire, he enhances the listening experience, making each performance more engaging and relatable. His programs invite listeners to explore the guitar’s evolution, bridging past and present while showcasing how its rich history continues to influence modern music.
"Chandler is at the forefront of his generation of classical guitarists. His performances are given with tasteful elegance, sincere musicianship and confident execution."

Dr. Adam Kossler
Professor of Guitar at Appalachian State University
Chandler obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Bachelor of Music in Classical Guitar Performance at Northwestern University with the honor of cum laude. ​He has recently completed two master’s degrees in Classical Guitar Performance and Music History & Literature at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee under the guidance of Cuban guitar virtuoso, René Izquierdo, ethomusicologist Gillian Rodger, and musicologist Tim Sterner Miller.
"Chandler's artistry is rare at such a young age. His impeccable technique and heartfelt performances transform the guitar into a vessel of expression and storytelling.”

Dr. Isaac Bustos
Professor of Guitar at University of Texas San Antonio
Chandler is also a dedicated teacher and researcher. He has delivered lectures on effective practice techniques for organizations such as Latino Arts Inc. and the Guitar Foundation of America. 

​His research focuses on how students can prepare efficiently for various performance settings, offering valuable insights that have accelerated the progress of students in his private teaching studio.
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