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The use of 3/4 time and 6/8 time interchangeably (also called hemiola) is common in Latin American music. It can be found throughout this piece in both the melody and the bass line. …
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This is a rhythmically challenging passage. You can also use this passage as a drill to increase your stretch. Make sure that you keep 3 on the frets to sustain the bass notes, as you can see your …
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Alternatively, the 'a' can be included in the arpeggio pattern in the beginning of the piece, with no alternation of the thumb between the fifth and the fourth strings. …
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A closer look at the tremolo drill. …
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This piece is considered an important milestone in the intermediate classical guitar repertoire. …
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In order to achieve a higher level of musical interpretation, aim to learn the piece well enough that you can hear it in your mind without actually playing it. Only then will you make musical choices …
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