Largo BWV 1056 by JS Bach Lesson In this article, Simon offers a lesson and performance on Largo BWV1056 by JS Bach. This small section is from a keyboard concerto by J.S. Bach originally written for harpsichord. The thin texture of the original score lend itself to the classical guitar and with this small excerpt … Read more
Sonata K208 by Scarlatti Lesson In this video Simon Powis offers a lesson on Sonata K208 by Domenico Scarlatti. This piece in A Major was originally written for the keyboard. Notes from Simon When I set out to create a course for this piece for members of the Classical Guitar Corner Academy, I found myself … Read more
Capricho Árabe Lesson Capricho Arabe is one of the masterpieces written for classical guitar. Composed by Francisco Tárrega this lyrical elegy brings together exotic melodies and rich harmonies that capture the quintessential Spanish sound. Go here to download a free PDF of the sheet music. The Capricho Arabe Introduction The Introduction of Capricho Arabe is … Read more
Villa-Lobos Prelude 1 Lesson Prelude Number 1 by Heitor Villa-Lobos is one of the great works composed for classical guitar. From its full sounding resonance to the cello-like melody, this piece has been a favorite of students and concert performers alike. The Bass Line The main melody of the first section features a cell0-like bass … Read more
Carcassi Etude 16 Lesson Matteo Carcassi‘s Etude 16, from Opus 60, gives us the opportunity to work on several musical and technical elements of playing. Reminiscent of a simple song or aria with vocal accompaniment, the piece sustains a broad simple melody. Throughout Carcassi employs suspensions, repeated notes, and measured phrasing. Carcassi Etude 16 Lesson … Read more
Giuliani Allegro Lesson (Op.50, No.13) In this article we’ll look at Allegro by Giuliani. This piece comes from Giuliani’s Le Papillon, Op.50. Below you’ll find a Study Guide so you can follow along with the lesson, a full video lesson on the piece, and a performance video. Giuliani Allegro Study Guide Before we get started, … Read more