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Mariette Stephenson
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Classical guitarist, member of Duo Calixa, Ekleipsis Guitar Trio, Music Director for Kitchener/Waterloo Guitar Orchestra, arranger...grateful to do what I love. https://open.spotify.com/artist/7ewdFFFRVAfXDTh9xjCDNz?si=UJ7DURyyTxCYeYRfva-NOQ
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Contract Faculty at Laurier will be in a legal strike position on Monday, Feb 23, 2026 if a settlement is not reached.

This is a last resort. Our Members would rather be teaching and supporting students. 👇
an image of text that says "WLUFA Wilfrid Laurier University Faculty Association Contract Teaching Faculty and Part-time Part- Librarians Strike Info STUDENTS' FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Prepared By: WLUFA Communications 2026" an image of text that says "WLUFA Are Contract Teaching Faculty going on strike? The Contract Teaching Faculty Bargaining Unit of WLUFA will be in a legal strike position on Monday, February 23, 2026 should a settlement not be reached by that time. The decision to obtain a strike mandate was not taken lightly. Faculty would rather be in the classroom than on the picket line. Laurier's Contract Teaching Faculty care deeply about the quality of your education and will disrupt classes and our other work only as α last resort." an image of text that says "WLUFA What is WLUFA? The Wilfrid Laurier University Faculty Association (WLUFA) is the certified bargaining agent for Full- Full-time Faculty Contract Teaching Faculty, and Professional and Part-time Librarians. Who are Contract Teaching Faculty? Contract Teaching Faculty (generally called Contract Faculty) are instructors hired on a course-by-course -course contract basis, for each term. Their employment ends with each contract." an image of text that says "WLUFA What are the issues? The main issues include working conditions, job security, and compensation, which affect the quality of education and the University's ability to be competitive in attracting and maintaining highly qualified faculty. Our working conditions directly impact the student learning environment. WLUFA Contract Faculty represent less than 6% of Laurier's overall operating costs, yet taught over 40% of undergraduate courses in 2024/2025 Laurier can choose and afford to invest in the Contract Faculty they rely on to deliver almost half of undergraduate teaching."
February 11, 2026 at 4:36 PM
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Our listeners are the BEST! Thank you all for your support - new episodes coming soon!

#guitar #womenguitarists #classicalguitar #womencomposers #womenluthiers #guitarplayers #classicalmusic #womensupportingwomen #WomenInMusic #GuitarPodcast
February 6, 2026 at 1:34 PM
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Want to embrace the #wilderkind and #wildflower trend? 🌿
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January 24, 2026 at 4:07 PM
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What started as a small project has grown into a global community of listeners. Series 3 is well underway and, as always, we’d love to hear who you think should join us in the episodes ahead! 💜 🙏🏽
#ClassicalGuitarHeroinesPodcast
#guitar #womenguitarists #classicalguitar #classicalmusic
January 8, 2026 at 5:08 PM
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Happy New Year to our wonderful listeners! Our new episode features the engaging Iranian-Canadian guitarist Bahar Ossareh, who joins us to share her musical journey. Available on all streaming platforms.

#podcast #guitar #womenguitarists #classicalguitar #womencomposers
December 31, 2025 at 3:39 PM
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December 20, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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Searching for new music for guitar quartet, solo guitar, or flute and guitar? I’d love for you to check out my arrangements at Strings By Mail! You’ll find works by Caccini, Horvat, Mozart, de Falla, and others. Thanks so much for your support! #guitar

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December 18, 2025 at 8:38 PM
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Now streaming! Our hosts, Bridget and Mariette, chat with engaging lutenist Kristiina Watt about work–life balance, the composer Barbara Strozzi, and the challenges of travelling with a theorbo. The episode also pays homage to the late guitarist Joanne Castellani.

#guitar #classicalguitar
December 16, 2025 at 10:55 PM
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Looking for a little something for yourself or doing some Christmas shopping for the guitarista in your life? We have you covered - merch at our podcast store at #Redbubble is now up to 50% off!

#guitar #womenguitarists #classicalguitar
#WomenInMusic #GuitarPodcast
December 14, 2025 at 3:26 PM
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What started as a small project has grown into a global community of listeners, and we couldn’t have done it without you.
We’re excited to bring you more inspiring conversations in Series 2 and we’d love to hear who you think should join us!

#guitar #womenguitarists #classicalguitar
October 18, 2025 at 2:54 PM
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#guitar #classicalguitar #classicalguitarheroines

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Series 2 Episode 6: Cinzia Milani Teaser
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October 13, 2025 at 3:18 PM
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Show your love for The Classical Guitar Heroines Podcast! Designed by Bridget, these creations support the music and stories you enjoy.

#womenguitarists #classicalguitar #guitarplayers #womensupportingwomen #classicalguitarheroines #Kofi
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October 8, 2025 at 12:11 PM
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The #ClassicalGuitarHeroinesPodcast now has merch, with more designs coming soon! Check it out on #Redbubble
October 4, 2025 at 4:55 PM
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It’s #Bandcamp Friday! If you’re browsing for new music, check out my solo release #GuitarforSelf-Isolation and #Caminos by #DuoCalixa with flautist Kelly Williamson. As always, your support means a lot! #guitar #guitarplayer #flute #classicalmusic #classicalguitarmusic #fluteandguitar
October 3, 2025 at 1:15 PM
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Also on Apple Podcasts, YouTube and SoundCloud

#guitar #womenguitarists #classicalguitar #womencomposers #womenluthiers #guitarplayers #classicalmusic #womensupportingwomen #soundcloud #classicalguitarheroines #classicalguitarheroinespodcast #Kofi
#KofiChallenge #WomenInMusic #GuitarPodcast
September 18, 2025 at 2:04 PM
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As we celebrate one year of the #ClassicalGuitarHeroinesPodcast, our hearts are full. 💜 What started as a small project has grown into a global community of listeners, and we couldn’t have done it without you.
#guitar #classicalguitar
September 8, 2025 at 6:31 PM
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Happy #Bandcamp Friday! You can listen to Guitar for Self-Isolation, my solo album, and Caminos, a project I recorded with flautist Kelly Williamson as #DuoCalixa. Thanks so much for your continued support—it truly makes a difference! #guitar #classicalmusicians #classicalguitar #flute
September 5, 2025 at 12:22 PM
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Searching for new music for guitar quartet, solo guitar, or flute and guitar? I’d love for you to check out my arrangements at Strings By Mail! You’ll find works by Caccini, Horvat, Mozart, de Falla, and others.

#guitar#guitarquartet #mozart #defalla #frankhorvat #francescacaccini #fluteguitarduo
August 18, 2025 at 4:22 PM
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Listen to the latest episode of #ClassicalGuitarHeroinesPodcast featuring the wonderful Ingrid Riollot!

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Series 2 Episode 5: Ingrid Riollot teaser
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August 11, 2025 at 7:54 PM
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We have a new episode with Australian French guitarist, Ingrid Riollot, discussing her moving experience discovering Smallman guitars and more!

Available on #ApplePodcasts, #Spotify, #YouTube, #SoundCloud.

#guitar #womenguitarists #classicalguitar #guitarplayers #classicalmusic #WomenInMusic
August 6, 2025 at 1:19 PM
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We are very pleased to let you know that our new episode, featuring the incredibly talented Canadian Cuban guitarist, Iliana Matos, is now on your favourite streaming platform.
#guitar #womenguitarists #classicalguitar #guitarplayers #spotifypodcast #WomenInMusic #GuitarPodcast #NowOnYouTube
July 19, 2025 at 2:11 PM
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Our new episode, featuring the incredibly talented Canadian Cuban guitarist, Iliana Matos, is now available. She chatted with us about the legacy of the Cuban School of Guitar, her new album, and more!
#guitar #womenguitarists #classicalguitar #applepodcast #soundcloud #spotifypodcast #YouTube
July 16, 2025 at 1:49 PM
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#Spotify says my recordings on that platform had an increase in streams last month - thank you for your support! Here is a video Kelly Williamson and I did some years ago as #DuoCalixa, recorded by Drew Henderson.

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Duo Calixa - Algodão doce (Celso Machado)
YouTube video by Mariette Stephenson
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July 2, 2025 at 3:37 PM
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Guelph Police trying to find missing 35-year-old woman
Guelph Police trying to find missing 35-year-old woman
The Guelph Police Service says Rhonda was reported missing on June 25.
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June 30, 2025 at 10:30 PM
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More #nativeflower pics (catalpa, fleabane, iris virginica, wild indigo)
June 30, 2025 at 10:37 PM