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Learn Classical Guitar in San Diego at Paper
Moon Music...
 Many of the world's greatest guitarists, regardless
of the style for which they are known, were classically trained. By
studying the classical guitar, you can work on many of the aspects
fundamental to a thorough knowledge of the instrument, including sight-reading,
music
theory, timing, and formal technique.
History...
What we now call the classical guitar developed from
the
medieval lute and flourished throughout the 19th century under
the mastery of such composers as Ferdinando Curulli (1770-1841), Fernando
Sor (1778-1839),
Mauro Giuliani (1781-1829), and Francisco Tarrega (image to right,
1854-1909). The guitar was not considered a “legitimate” instrument at
the time, however, and it wasn’t until the acclaimed performer Andrés Segovia
(1893-1987) brought the classical guitar to international renown that the
guitar
was put on a par with other “classical” instruments like the violin or
cello. Following in Segovia’s
footsteps, contemporary performers such as John Williams and Christopher
Parkening continue to popularize the classical guitar, inspiring thousands
to pursue the study of this beautiful instrument.
Classical Techniques...
Instead of plucking the strings with a
pick, as in Jazz or Rock guitar, playing classical guitar requires
the use of the right hand fingers to sound the guitar strings. These
are represented in classical guitar notation by the letters P (thumb),
I (index), M (middle), and A (ring), indicating a particular sequence
of fingers to be played. A typical classical guitar lesson includes
the performance of right hand arpeggio exercises, sightreading practice,
and the study of written classical guitar pieces.
Many of the techniques used in the performance of classical guitar can provide
a solid foundation for the study of other styles, as the nylon string
guitar is not only heard in Flamenco, but a host of other Latin Jazz
styles, including Bossa Nova, Samba, Tango, and quite a bit of popular
music.
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