These are pieces that I consider my current repoertoire. I plan to maintain this list as I add or drop pieces. Not all of these are up to performance level. I plan to post vids of all or most of these as time permits. If you want to hear or...
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Repeated sections in music offer a chance to unleash creativity. Regardless of genre or difficulty level, it’s common to encounter segments that repeat in their entirety—whether marked with repeat signs or a return to earlier material. In such instances, it’s beneficial to delve into the possibilities for interpretation. The most…
A brief look at what a pitch is: In music, pitch refers to the perceived frequency of a sound wave. It is the quality that allows us to categorize sounds as “high” or “low.” Pitch is a fundamental element of music and is often associated with the melody or the…
In the context of playing classical guitar and interpreting a piece of music, “nuance” refers to the subtle variations and expressive elements that a musician incorporates into their performance to convey depth, emotion, and artistry. It involves the careful manipulation of various musical elements, such as dynamics, phrasing, articulation, tempo,…
Here are some thoughts on how I practice scales in the first position, and really all positions. Just practice one octave at a time, deliberately using various right hand patterns such as, i-m, i-a, p-i, p-m, p-a, i-m-a, a-m-i Give some shape to the scale, ie: crescendo, decrescendo, use stacatto…
In my search for my classical guitar identity I finally settled on these three. Each has specific features that I love and I enjoy playing them all. First up is a custom made guitar by Francois Laramee, a Luthier in Canada. I wanted to try a slightly wider neck…