ISBN 9781513455044.

The presentation of this album marks a special event in classic guitar publishing! This anthology contains 11 truly representative examples of the folklore of Latin America, all highly revered folk songs considered jewels of the musical traditions of: Argentina, Bolivia, Colombia, Chile, Ecuador, Panama, Peru, Uruguay, Venezuela and Mexico. Artfully arranged by the renowned Mexican composer and guitarist, Guillermo Diego, students and professionals alike will discover multiple items of interest and important technical challenges while learning some of the most popular Latin-American folk tunes. To facilitate dialog between teacher and student, rehearsal numbers have been added at key points of each arrangement; additionally, the guitarist will find a handful of pieces faithful to various Latin-American styles composed by Diego. Written in standard notation only for the intermediate to advanced classic guitarist, these arrangements will make delightful additions to recital and concert programs. La presentacion de este album es una buena nueva para la guitarra; se trata de la publicacion de una antologia sumamente representativa de obras pertenecientes al Folklore latinoamericano, piezas por demas apreciadas y consideradas joyas de la tradicion musical. La musica incluida en este album abarca los siguientes paises: Argentina, Bolivia, Colombia, Chile, Ecuador, Panama, Peru, Uruguay, Venezuela y Mexico. Los arreglos, realizados de forma artistica y amorosa fueron realizados bajo el tamiz y experiencia del reconocido compositor y guitarrista mexicano, Guillermo Diego. Tanto estudiantes como profesionales, encontraran multiples puntos de interes y retos tecnicos importantes al abordar piezas notables de la musica latinoamericana.Como un elemento extra y para lograr el estudio mas eficaz de estas obras entre profesor y alumno, cada pieza cuenta con Numeros de Ensayo; adicionalmente, el guitarrista encontrara un punado de piezas fieles a diversos estilos latinoamericanos compuestas por Diego. Musica Tradicional Latinoamericana para Guitarra de Concierto, sin duda, una novedad para el mundo de la guitarra que aportara a los programas de concierto deliciosos ejemplos de la musica de America Latina.

8.75 x 11.75 inches.

This collection of Latin-influenced pieces is ideal for the classical or fingerstyle guitarist seeking challenging new material that spans a number of genres and is melodically, harmonically, and rhythmically engaging. For the classical guitarist, the collection offers an excellent source of solos inspired by traditional forms and styles while providing new works that will readily compliment the traditional classical guitar repertoire. Fingerstyle players will discover attractive pieces, appreciating the many syncopated rhythms. The composer himself, with a degree in classical guitar, performs on a modified steel-string instrument. Written in standard notation only, the author's detailed fingerings and online audio recordings will facilitate learning these delightful pieces ranging from intermediate to advanced levels. Includes access to online audio. At Mel Bay Publications, we are privileged to hear a lot of new, original music. With Michael Bellmont's guitar compositions, we guarantee that once you hear them, you'll want to play them yourself!