3 Classical Guitar Rules Beginners Are Told to Follow (And Why They Exist) There are several rules you may feel like you have to stick to as a beginner. But it’s not always clear why you should stick to them. Here are three common rules you may have heard in the beginning stages: don’t let … Read more
Is it okay to play classical guitar without fingernails? The short answer is Yes! It a time-honored tradition within classical guitar history to play without nails. We have many members at CGC Academy who play without nails and do quite well. Having said that, it is important to recognize that most classical guitarists today play … Read more
Great Beginner Classical Guitars Under $1000 If you’re beginning your journey into the world of classical guitar, selecting the right instrument is vital. A quality beginner classical guitar should offer excellent playability, a pleasant tone, and reliable construction, all while staying within a reasonable budget. Here, we explore some of the best classical guitars for … Read more
Learning how to read guitar sheet music can be similar to learning a language. It will take time, experience, and repetition to gain a sense of ease and fluency. It is not unusual to feel a sense of overwhelm during this process especially as you will encounter many new concepts and terms. Allow yourself time … Read more
Learn to play an A minor scale on guitar Let’s learn an A minor scale on guitar. The minor scale is a bit different from the Major scale, so first let’s walk through the formula for the minor scale. Minor Scale Formula First, let’s review the Major scale formula. It consists of a series of … Read more
How well do you know your classical guitar notation? This example from “Julia Florida” by Agustin Barrios is a good example of just how many guitar notation symbols exist in our music. As teachers at CGC Academy, we see a lot of questions regarding the various marks that appear all over our music. So here … Read more