Simon’s update Dec 2014
Good grief, the last time I wrote a personal update was way back in August. There has been a lot going on since then and I will do my best to be succinct! In October [...]
The best classical guitar teacher?
Common advice to a beginner classical guitarist is to find yourself the best classical guitar teacher available, but what exactly makes a good teacher? Furthermore, how do you know if you are getting good instruction [...]
Naming your guitar
I don't know about you, but I have a tendency to name all of my guitars. After spending so much time with them it just doesn't feel right not to call them by a first [...]
Norfolk New Music Festival
Evita and I in Rochester Hi everyone, happy summer and happy world cup! Australia is out of the running, but being a dual citizen, I still get to [...]
How to stop finger noise “squeaks” on guitar
Squeak, squeak, squeak. Finger noise, whether you like it or not is part of the guitar sound. How much or how little is present can be controlled by the player but it is [...]
Simon’s Performance challenge
If you are here then you must be on the mailing list, thank you for being a part of this site, I really appreciate you! So, have you taken the plunge? Are you in preparations? [...]