Intermediate Level Players
Articles
Pithy advice for classical guitar performers by Renato Bellucci
Praxtical advice on performance issues by a seasoned player, teacher, luthier.
Guitar Intonation
An article on the problems associated with tuning a guitar to pitch on all strings and at all fret positions. The author includes some practical advice for the average player.
Practising musically
Matthew McAllister demonstrates in the video below
Left-hand pressure and buzzing
An article/lesson by Simon Powis about how to learn to press as lightly as needed to make clear notes and includes a short video demonstration.
Breaking down a passage of music
Simon Powis explains a three step approach to analysing a piece of music in order to learn and master it.
Fast passages and dropped notes
Advice from Simon Powis on how to avoid dropping notes when playing fast passages.
Choosing repertoire
Simon Powis’ advice on how to select a collection of pieces for playing to others.
Slow practice
Simon Powis on how it is best to play very slowly through an exercise or piece of music in order to learn it correctly and master the techniques called for.
Memorising music
Simon Powis gives an overview of the factors involved in memorising a piece of music.
Developing speed
A comprehensive article by Simon Powis complete with video clip.
Smooth Shifts
How to move smoothly from one position to another
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