Phrasing on the classical guitar
Simon2017-05-29T18:38:42+00:00A phrase is a line of music that presents a complete idea. It is quite an ambiguous term, and there are many variations possible, however phrasing is crucial to making music [...]
Carcassi Lesson for Classical Guitar
Simon2016-10-24T00:19:43+00:00If you would like to purchase the level 3 Repertoire Book you can download it here. If you are an annual member, this book is included in [...]
Carulli Duet in G
Simon2016-10-24T00:19:54+00:00This a particularly beautiful duet by Carulli and a little preview of the Notation and Sight Reading course for Level 2. Each part here is at mm. 74 so [...]
L210 Two Octave Scales and Chromatic Scales
Simon2017-09-28T17:31:36+00:00In level 1 we dealt with 1 octave scales. C major, G major and F major. In this lesson we will look at two octave scales, chromatic scales and [...]
Expressive use of tempo changes
Simon2016-10-24T00:19:56+00:00There are two fundamental components of music. Rhythm, and pitch. In this lesson, we are going to look at how changing the rhythmic element in a piece can be [...]
Thumb Rest Stroke and Flesh Stroke
Simon2016-10-24T00:19:57+00:00In level 1, we looked at the basic thumb free stroke on the classical guitar and how it is rather unique compared the other fingers. In this level we [...]
Right Hand Preparation
Simon2016-10-24T00:19:57+00:00As you move ahead with classical guitar technique, we will be constantly looking to find more efficient and more accurate movements. Right hand preparation is a prime example of [...]
Sight Reading with Rhythmic Subdivision
Simon2016-10-24T00:20:01+00:00In level 3 you are going to be encountering some more complex rhythms with smaller durations and syncopation. As rhythm is king when it comes to sight reading it [...]
Fingering principles 2: Musical vs Technical
Simon2017-09-28T18:21:22+00:00When it comes to fingering on the classical guitar there are often a lot of choices to be made. It is not always clear what the best choice is [...]
Improving Your Sight Reading on Guitar
Simon2016-10-24T00:20:02+00:00In level 1 we looked at sight-reading in a very broad overview. In level 2 we are going to start training your fingerboard knowledge. When you think about it, [...]