Classical guitarists, both students and professional performers, require the same high-quality editions that their pianist colleagues have come to expect from Alfred Music. Our Classical Guitar Masterwork Editions continue the Alfred Music tradition of providing carefully edited, beautifully presented music for practice and performance. This edition presents some of Fernando Sor's most-loved, most-often performed works, including the Introduction and Variations on a Theme by Mozart, Op. 9 - Sonata in C Major, Op. 15b - Sonata 'Grand Solo' in D Major, Op. 14 - Theme and Variations on the Folias and Minuet, Op. 15a - Introduction and Variations on 'Marlborough s'en va-t-en-guerre,' Op. 28 - Elegiac Fantasy, Op. 59 - Fantasy and Variations on the Scottish Air 'Ye Banks and Braes,' Op. 40 - Largo from Fantasy #2 in C Minor, Op. 7 - and 'Andante Largo' from Six Petite Pieces, Op. 5. Thoughtfully fingered by renowned performer and teacher Marc Teicholz, this edition is a must-have for any classical guitarist. / Guitare

Ce livre est fondé sur le principe des Microjazz, une série de morceaux de style populaire classés par niveau de difficulté croissante. Il contient une sélection de pièces d'un grand intérêt rythmique qui tiennent compte des possibilités et du caractère propre de l'instrument soliste.Il est essentiel de s'entraîner au rythme - on ne peut assez répéter combien il est important de bien sentir où sont les temps dans chaque morceau et, une fois que le rythme a été assimilé, le compositeur espère que l'élève maîtrisera le style et l'interprétation de chaque pièce en portant une attention minutieuse aux nuances et à l'articulation.Contenu :Farmyard BluesInter-City StompOpen SpaceDuetDisco DrivePlay it AgainMixed UpBlues DuetJust a SampleFifth DimensionReflectionsIn a HurryShoehorn BluesOstinatoSteam Train BluesCops and RobbersTake Your TimeCyclingMicrojazz is the world-famous series of pieces based on classical technique yet using popular contemporary styles such as jazz, blues, rock'n'roll and funk. Microjazz helps you develop musicianship and technique through the familiar sounds and styles of popular music. It is this unique combination of modern genres with traditional technique that has made Microjazz an international success with teachers and players, and one of the most widely used educational series ever published. New technology brings Microjazz alive and adds an exciting interactive dimension to practice and performance. Based on classical technique Microjazz is a great way to introduce rhythm and develop co-ordination skills whilst being fun for all ages and standards. A great motivator for the reluctant student the pieces are equally effective on acoustic or electronic instruments.

The first in this book-and-CD anthology of solos, duets and songs covering four centuries of composers for the Guitar and Lute family. Taken from original sources, and carefully fingered for the modern player, the transcriptions are as faithful as possible to the original while at the same time offering a practical performing score. / Niveau : Intermédiaire / Rép International / Recueil / Guitare

Par SETH F.ORTSAO JOSEL. This book, co-written by guitarist Seth F. Josel and composer Ming Tsao, provides a comprehensive survey of contemporary performance techniques on the classical guitar. It was inspired by a new generation of solo guitarists whose extraordinary technical and virtuosic skills have paved the way for a new understanding of instrumental performance practice. Detailed explanations are given for the instrument's technical potential within the historical context of traditional guitar technique. Composers will be interested in the in-depth analyses of contemporary guitar literature, featuring many examples of chamber and ensemble music. Four main chapters describe: - Techniques of the right and left hands - Special harmonies and percussive techniques - The main instruments of the guitar family and their potential - Possible ways of notating contemporary guitar literature The examples discussed in the book are complemented by an enclosed CD and detailed charts on multiphonics, bitones, and percussion techniques. Seth F. Josel is among the leading figures of his generation in modern guitar performance and has taken part in the premieres of more than 100 works as a soloist and ensemble member. A regular guest at Europe's major contemporary music festivals, he has worked with composers of the stature of Mauricio Kagel, Helmut Lachenmann, Tristan Murail and James Tenney and has played with such leading orchestras and ensembles as the New York Philharmonic, the BBC Symphony Orchestra and the Berlin Staatskapelle. From 1991 to 2000 he was a permanent member of the Ensemble musikFabrik. Today he lives in Berlin. Ming Tsao (b. Berkeley, CA, 1966) is professor of composition at Gothenburg University. His compositions have been performed amongst others by the Arditti Quartet, ensemble recherche and the Stuttgart Opera (premiere of 'Die Geisterinsel” in 2011). He is regularly involved in the Donaueschingen Festival, the Witten Days of New Chamber Music, the Darmstadt Contemporary Music Holiday Courses and Wien Modern. His works are published by C.F. Peters (Frankfurt am Main and Leipzig). He, too, lives in Berlin./ Recueil / Guitare

The Faber Graded Rock and Pop Series: Guitar Songbook - Grades 4-5 provides the perfect resource for the budding rock and pop musician. Specially arranged to follow the parameters for Grades 4 and 5 as set out by Trinity for the 'own choice song” option in their Rock and Pop exams, each song also includes handy hints and tips and a fantastic sound-alike backing track suitable for practice, performance and the exams. / Niveau : Intermédiaire / Recueil / Guitare

In this new guitar method for moderately advanced guitar players, you will learn the best known blues songs and licks quickly and easily.Thanks to melodious exercises and clearly notated lead sheets, you will learn effortlessly what's important in blues - and if you wish to know it for sure, try the optional riffs and solos of famous guitar heroes like Eric Clapton, B. B. King or Stevie Ray Vaughan.The accompanying CD in practical mp3 format contains recordings of all exercises and songs which were performed by the author himself. In addition, there are also jam tracks of the 12 songs for your own solo escapades.With this new guitar method, everybody can play the blues - without getting the blues! / Guitare

Par BARBOSA-LIMA CARLOS. This innovative and comprehensive arpeggio studies book takes the guitarist past the studies of Sor, Coste, Aguado, Giuliani, and Carcassi. These studies explore the entire fingerboard within the harmonic evolution of the 20th century with the key of E as the basic guide. The book deals with harmonies from triads through thirteenths in new, exciting ways--information which is extremely practical and invaluable for contemporary guitar performance! / Niveau : Débutant à Intermédiaire / All Styles - Technic / Recueil / Guitare Classique

Leavitt's practical, comprehensive method is used as the basic text for Berklee's guitar program. After mastering the fundamentals from Volumes 1 and 2, guitarists will be ready to take their skills to a more challenging level. This book teaches: techniques relating to scales, arpeggios, rhythm guitar, chord/scale relationships, chord construction and voicings, tips for advanced playing, and more. This edition with online audio includes demonstration tracks online for download or streaming performed and produced by Larry Baione.Leavitt's practical, comprehensive method is used as the basic text for Berklee's guitar program. After mastering the fundamentals from Volumes 1 and 2, guitarists will be ready to take their skills to a more challenging level. This book teaches: techniques relating to scales, arpeggios, rhythm guitar, chord/scale relationships, chord construction and voicings, tips for advanced playing, and more. This online audio edition includes demonstration tracks online for download or streaming performed and produced by Larry Baione. / Méthode / Méthode / Guitare

Learn killer speed building and speed soloing techniques with Andy James. This superb DVD will teach you essential techniques to get your soloing up to warp speed! Lessons range from basic tips to advanced shredding techniques including alternate picking, snap picking, legato techniques, speed building and co-ordination techniques plus much more. Also includes a jam track to practice and perform with. / Guitare / Dvd

This book is for all levels and styles of guitarists. Finger Gymnastics is a term used for warm-ups, stretching, and any type of practice exercise that develops technique and stamina while preventing technique related injuries. The exercises in this book are time-tested and will keep your technique at its optimum while helping to ensure injury-free performance. The online audio recording presents three versions of the exercises in chapters I and II, each version more advanced than the preceding one. In chapter III, bass and rhythm accompaniments are included for many of the examples. Matching the pitch and articulation with a rhythm background will not only assist in warming up, stretching, and building stamina, but will make your practice a more pleasurable experience. Includes access to online audio./ Etude / Guitare

Second Edition Includes: * All of the original content * Three new performance pieces * Giuliani's Left-Hand Etudes, Op. 1 * New lessons and exercises * Improved music engravings Upon its first publication in 1995, Pumping Nylon became an instant classic and must-have technique handbook for all classical guitarists, and many players of other styles as well. Scott Tennant's encouraging style, sense of humor, and unique approach to technical training have garnered Pumping Nylon devotees throughout the world. At the heart of it all is the famous 'Daily Warm-Up Routine,' which includes 11 clever, helpful exercises to get both hands in shape and ready to play while improving your technical skills. The invaluable lessons in technique are supplemented by Giuliani's 120 Right-Hand Studies, Tarrega arpeggio studies, and examples from music by Bach, Turina, and Rodrigo. In addition, original compositions by guitar luminaries Brian Head and Andrew York reinforce the material while also providing concert-worthy repertoire. This new, improved second edition of Pumping Nylon incorporates even more great material with new pieces by Evan Hirschelman, Guiliani's Left Hand Etudes, Op. 1, and new technical exercises in tremolo and balancing chord voicings. The music engravings have been improved for easier reading, and all of the media is available online! If Pumping Nylon is already part of your library, it's time for an upgrade! Pumping Nylon (Second Edition) is even better than the original. If you're just now finding Scott Tennant's masterpiece, this is a great opportunity to jump on board and start enjoying this classic book. Your practice routine and technical prowess will improve, and you'll have fun as you learn. / Guitare

Par . Designed for those in the early stages of studying the classical guitar, this is part of a progressive series of ten handbooks, primarily intended for candidates considering taking the London College of Music examinations in classical guitar. This handbook covers all the material needed for the grade one exam: nine performance pieces in a variety of musical styles (with practice notes and info about every piece), all the required technical work, details of the discussion component and specimen sight reading and aural tests - in fact, absolutely everything you need for this grade! / Date parution : 2022-05-31/ Etude / Guitare Classique

Par . Designed for those in the advanced stages of studying the classical guitar, this is part of a progressive series of ten handbooks, primarily intended for candidates considering taking the London College of Music examinations in classical guitar. This handbook covers all the material needed for the grade seven exam: nine performance pieces in a variety of musical styles (with practice notes and info about every piece), all the required technical work, details of the discussion component, and specimen sight reading and aural tests - in fact, absolutely everything you need for this grade! / Date parution : 2022-05-31/ Etude / Guitare Classique