Click on the Image to see a larger size. These exercises have two main functions: 1. To create a balanced left-hand technique focused on the 1st and 4th fingers. 2. To release pressure and reduce the “vice-grip” in the left hand. By constantly shifting you’ll have to be releasing your thumb pressure on a regular [...]
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Giuliani 120 Arpeggio Studies (Free Sheet Music)
Also see our FREE SHEET MUSIC ARCHIVE for more selections. Giuliani 120 Right Hand Arpeggio Studies (Free Sheet Music in PDF Format) Classical Guitar Canada Editions: Giuliani-Arpeggios-No 1-20 (Free PDF) The fingerings in this edition are Giuliani’s. Other Editions on the web: All 120 Complete Studies – Modern Edition [www.stormthecastle.com] Copyright: Public Domain. Giuliani Op. [...]
All in One Arpeggio Pattern
Thibault Cauvin showed me this pattern during a masterclass a few years back. I believe I was playing Elegie by Mertz (Free Sheet Music by Mertz). It’s a pattern that covers a lot of ground in one go. It’s also a good warm up. And check it out: Notation, Tab, and chord diagrams so no [...]
Technique Combinations: Slurs and Shifts
I love technique that covers as much ground as possible in as little time needed. This is an exercise I use on a regular basis but make sure you are rock solid on your Left Hand Finger Placements exercises and basic slurs. Click link to download the pdf sheet music. It’s free. Technique Combinations: Slurs [...]
Technique Lesson – Left Hand Finger Placements
When I present this exercise to students, the first thing I usually encounter are comments such as, “It’s too easy,” or “I know how to do this.” Well let me tell you right now: reconsider! This exercise is used by students and professionals alike. Do you think your finger placement is as good as your [...]
Scott Tennant Describes Left and Right Hand Technique plus Nails
Scott Tennant Describes Left and Right Hand Technique plus Nails Classical Guitar Videos Buy the Pumping Nylon DVD, Scott Tennant’s Technique Video
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