The music world was left orphaned on 9 December, with an unexpected and broken silence. Just a few months earlier, on the Instagram account of his band Ilegales, we read with concern that they had to cancel their latest tour, ‘Joven y arrogante’ (Young and Arrogant),...
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A Historic Meeting: Amalia Ramírez at the Biblioteca Regional de Madrid
On June 10, 2025, we experienced a very special day at the Biblioteca Regional de Madrid that we want to remember and share with all of you today. Within the framework of the cycle and exhibition “Al compás de Madrid” (To the Beat of Madrid), organized by researcher...
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Exclusive Black Friday offers on Ramírez guitars – only until November 28
At Guitarras Ramírez, tradition is never static; it is a sound that evolves, breathes, and travels from generation to generation. For over 140 years, we have been building instruments that are far more than just wood and strings: they are pieces of living history....
New WhatsApp Group for Events
Want to stay informed about the best guitar events in Madrid? Guitarras Ramírez introduces a new WhatsApp group for classical and flamenco guitar lovers. A direct, no-noise channel to keep you updated on everything happening around our six strings.
Brandy matured with music, something unique
The spirit of the Ramírez guitar in a bottle of brandy At Ramírez Guitars, we have been committed to music through our guitars for over 140 years, and we are aware that when art meets other disciplines, something truly special is born. This is the case with an...
Aarón Jiménez “El Cherry” Wins the Composition Award at the II Young Flamenco Guitarists Competition
Young flamenco guitarist Aarón Jiménez “El Cherry” has been awarded the Composition Prize at the II Young Flamenco Guitarists Competition – Son Estrella Galicia at Molino del Manto 2025, an event created to support and showcase emerging talent in the flamenco guitar...
Concert by Gregorio Fracchia and his Ramírez Auditorium
The city of Valencia will once again be filled with music with a new edition of concerts organised by Amigos de la Guitarra de Valencia, an association that has been promoting and spreading the Spanish guitar for decades. On this occasion, the star will be Gregorio...
Flamenco guitar seminar with José Antonio Rodríguez from October to May 2026
During the 2025/2026 academic year, the Rafael Orozco Conservatory of Music in Córdoba will host a unique flamenco guitar seminar led by maestro José Antonio Rodríguez. This annual course invites flamenco guitarists to develop their artistic identity from a...
Ramírez guitars at the 39th Andrés Segovia International Festival
From October 14 to 20, 2025, Madrid becomes the world’s epicenter of classical guitar thanks to the 39th Andrés Segovia International Festival. A unique week for lovers of the instrument that changed the history of 20th-century music. Guitarras Ramírez, as official...
Carlos Santana and Ramírez Guitars
Yesterday, 29 July 2025, we had a very special visitor. Carlos Santana had two dates to play at the Noches del Botánico festival and contacted the shop to visit us, as he hadn't been there for almost 20 years. Alex and I welcomed him behind closed doors to make this...
Nacho Márquez dazzled at the Alcázar de Segovia Guitar Competition
The Alcázar de Segovia Guitar Competition is one of the most anticipated events for lovers of classical guitar in Spain. This year, the undisputed protagonist was the young guitarist Nacho Márquez, who won first prize thanks to his profound and expressive...
II Concurso de Guitarra Flamenca Jóvenes Promesas 2025: a boost for tomorrow’s talent
At Ramírez Guitars, we believe that flamenco music is fundamental to our country's culture and is a hallmark of our identity.. That is why this year we are proud to launch the second edition of the Young Promises Flamenco Guitar Competition, an initiative designed to...
Antonio Dovao highlights the excellence of the Ramírez Guitars
A tribute from the flamenco experience On 27 December 2024, Andalusian guitarist, teacher, youtuber and builder Antonio Dovao dedicated a special entry in his personal blog to Guitarras Ramírez, a mention we are grateful for. From his official website...
Guitarras Ramírez visits the Royal Conservatory of Music of Madrid
A meeting with the future guitarists and guitar makers of the country. On Wednesday 26 March 2025, Guitarras Ramírez had the privilege of visiting the Royal Conservatory of Music of Madrid to share with the students his vision and experience on the construction of the...
Ramírez Guitars at the Alirio Díaz Festival 2025
Guitarras Ramírez is proud to announce its participation in the 7th Edition of the Alirio Díaz International Guitar Festival, to be held from 9 to 18 May 2025 in Quartu Sant'Elena, Sardinia. This prestigious event pays tribute to the legendary Venezuelan guitarist...
Flamenco Biennial Madrid 2025
The Bienal Flamenco Madrid 2025, to be held from 23 May to 6 June, represents a milestone in the promotion and dissemination of flamenco art in the Spanish capital. Organised by the Madrid City Council and under the artistic direction of Ángel Rojas, this first...
New Ramirez Guitars distributor in Vietnam
At Ramirez Guitars we are delighted to announce the incorporation of a new distributor in Vietnam. This news marks an important step in our international expansion and allows us to bring the tradition and excellence of our instruments to new audiences in Asia. Welcome...
II Guitar Festival 2025: An Unforgettable Rendezvous in Madrid
In March a new edition of the II Festival de la Guitarra 2025 will take place in Madrid, an event that brings together musicians, enthusiasts and lovers of the flamenco guitar. During this festival, a wide range of activities will be offered, including concerts and...
The role of women in guitar making
Since ancient times, women have played a fundamental role in guitar making, although historically their work has been limited to varnishing with gomalac varnish. However, women have rarely been recognised as guitar makers. A relevant example is that of Concepción...
International Instruments Fair in Cremona (Mondo Musica)
September marked, once again, our participation in the international musical instrument fair in Cremona: Cremona Musica. This prestigious event, considered the number one in the world for high quality stringed instruments, has become an unmissable event for music...
Why isn’t there a music museum in Madrid?
The question has become almost rhetorical, asked so many times by different voices and ignored on numerous occasions by those in power who could make this beautiful project a reality. The lack of response is incomprehensible, as is the indifference in a city that...
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2025 from Guitarras Ramírez
Dear guitarist friends, From Guitarras Ramírez we would like to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude and wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2025. This year that is coming to an end has reminded us, once again, of the importance of music as a...
Discover the new Ramirez string set: cedar and spruce
At Ramirez Guitars, we continue to innovate in order to offer guitarists products specifically designed to bring out the unique qualities of their instruments. With that goal in mind, we are launching two new sets of strings, one for cedar-top guitars and one for...
Tribute to Oscar Ghiglia in Ravenna
On September 13th, I arrived at Milan Airport, where I was greeted by Pietro Camera, representative of Guitarras Ramírez in Italy. We visited Gino, where we discussed the Segovia guitar and the reason we use shellac varnish, unless a specific request is made to apply...
Event Pieve and the Magic of the Guitar in Bolonia
The town of Pieve di Cento, near Bologna, will be the setting for one of the most outstanding events of the year for guitar lovers: Pieve e la Magia della Chitarra. This cultural event, to be held on 2 and 3 November 2024, promises to be a unique experience that...
Tribute to the centenary shops of the Community of Madrid
On 14 June 2024, at the headquarters of the Community of Madrid, a very special event was held, led by the president Isabel Díaz Ayuso. During this event, tribute was paid to the Traditional and Centenary Shops of Madrid, and Guitarras Ramírez had the honour of being...
This is not a criticism: a visit and a reflection.
I am writing this article as a consequence of a trip and a publication in our networks. I never thought that a pleasure visit, which was intended to satisfy my curiosity, would lead to so much and for so little, so here I am once again making demands and insisting,...
New Edition of the book “Things about the guitar” IN ENGLISH
At Ramirez Guitars, we are excited to announce the new edition of the book “things about the guitar” by Jose Ramirez III, now available in English for the first time. This book is a gem for guitar lovers and music aficionados alike. A literary legacy of José Ramírez...
Musical Dialogues: Flamenco Chipén
In the vibrant world of flamenco, guitars speak a unique language that transcends time and space. In a recent talk held at Flamenco Chipén, we had the privilege of immersing ourselves in the exciting universe of flamenco with one of its most outstanding masters:...
Christian Lavernier: Platero y yo
In the vast universe of music, there are compositions that transcend time and space, becoming true jewels of art that endure generation after generation. Among these masterpieces is "Platero y yo", a piece that has captivated hearts since its creation. In this musical...
A family legacy in “La cabaña del Luthier”
In the podcast “La cabaña del Luthier” by Vael de Ginés, Enrique and Cristina Ramírez open the doors to their workshop and take us on a fascinating journey through the history of Guitarras Ramírez, a family business that has achieved great recognition in the world of...
Old guitars in the history museum in Madrid
In the heart of Madrid, you will find a treasure trove of historical and cultural value: the Museo de Historia de Madrid. This museum houses a fascinating collection of antique guitars, offering a window into the past of the construction of this emblematic musical...
GUITAR FESTIVAL 2024 | Community of Madrid
GUITAR FESTIVAL 2024 | Community of Madrid The programming of the first Festival de Guitarra is exciting for the Flamenco Planet, because it is fair that finally the Capital of Spain had an event of such a category by the desire of flamenco artists in general and...
Música Maestros by José Luis Montón
Training Platform by José Luis Montón Our friend José Luis Montón has created this interesting training platform where you can learn from great masters, not only the technique, but a series of fundamental tips to go far on your way to creation. It is a specialization...
Book “Made in Spain” by Suzanne Wales
From Guitarras Ramírez we have collaborated with the writer Suzanne Wales and the publishing house Princeton Press, showing our work of craftsmanship in the construction of guitars. Thus, we present you the book that the author has published, where she travels around...



































