CGC 069 : Scales Challenge!
In this episode of The Classical Guitar Corner Podcast, Simon offers a sneak peek into one of the live sessions at the CGC Academy. This session was a wrap-up of our monthly member challenge, focused [...]
Inspiration: Listening to Beethoven with SoloDuo
For this month's bit of inspiration, check out SoloDuo, a duet of Italian guitarists Matteo Mela and Lorenzo Micheli (featured on the CGC Podcast here), playing Beethoven! This is Sonata no. 8, op. 13, "Pathetique." [...]
Technique Tip: Left-Hand Accuracy
Accuracy with the left hand is an essential part of classical guitar technique. This exercise will improve your left-hand accuracy by training you to stay up on the fingertips while playing and to reduce excess [...]
Scarlatti Sonata K322 in A Major
This energetic and rhythmic sonata is the last piece in the Level 4 Repertoire book here at CGC. It is rated for strong intermediate to advanced players. Some of the challenges include a [...]
CGC 068 : Member Q&A with Martha Kreipke
In this episode of The Classical Guitar Corner Podcast, Simon sits down for a Q&A with CGC Academy member Martha Kreipke. There are some great topics in here, including whether the use of language like [...]
Member Spotlight: Bruce Donehower
For this month's CGC Academy Member Spotlight we're featuring longtime member Bruce Donehower. Bruce was one of the earliest members of CGC and has been involved in so much of what's been going on at [...]