What does Classical Guitar mean?
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During my time as a classical guitar tutor
I have been asked many questions concerning the guitar,
either from pupils or interested parents. Therefore, I have compiled an
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The term 'classical' can be very misleading
because beginners (especially young
beginners) can naturally assume that only 'posh' music can be played on
this type of guitar.
Classical is used to describe an established form of playing that enables the performer
to play the melody, harmony and bass line
on the one guitar (like the piano). Beginners should not be disheartened by this
information because I always start teaching
with single note melodies.
By learning in the classical style, the pupil will not only play 'posh' music (which can span over 500 years) but they will also be able to play Spanish, folk, blues, rag, jazz, modern etc.. However, it does take
time and practice.
The classical guitar can also be called 'Spanish' or 'finger style' guitar. The term
finger style is opposite to plectrum or
strumming (with or without steel strings).
The use of the term Spanish is based on
traditional development and not because
the guitar is only made in Spain or only
plays Spanish music.
Flamenco is a style of Spanish music that
is normally played on a flamenco guitar
(with special strings) and originated from
Andelusia, a district of Spain. There are
many styles of Spanish music,
not just flamenco.
The most important talent/s for a pupil are enthusiasm and determination.
Musical talent alone very seldom achieves results.
The simple answer is when you decide that you would like lessons 6-66 it doesn't matter.
I started having guitar lessons when I was 24 years old, however I do accept pupils as young as six,
if they are strong enough to play the notes and would be able to understand the concept of
notation and the discipline needed to produce any results. (And a great deal of help, encouragement and understanding from the parents :-)
The bass strings on a classical guitar often go dead before the trebles. The strings are usually not worn out. The windings are dirty.
Remove the bass strings only. Loosely coil them and place them in a large basin, bathroom sink or whatever. Submerge them in room temperature water.
The water can be lukewarm but NEVER HOT. Hot water will cause nylon guitar strings to play out of tune.
Add about 1/4 cup of ammonia to the water and let the strings soak for about
fifteen minutes. More time won't hurt them. The ammonia and water mixture breaks down crud that has built up between the windings on the strings. Put a washcloth in the water and pull each string through it a couple of times. Rinse the strings under cold water. Pull them through a dry towel and put them back on your guitar.
The cleaned basses often sound better than they did when new. They don't squeak as much and they don't need to stretch out like new strings.
The washed strings also work well for recording because they are somewhat smoother since they have been played in and they have a lively, clear sound.
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