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Questions tagged [classical-guitar]

A type of acoustic guitar with nylon (originally gut) strings, rather than classical music played on guitar

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How to play two notes at the same time with guitar?

I am learning to play classical guitar. And I'm following the famous book Arenas: La Escuela de la Guitarra. I am stuck on Lesson 18 of book 1. Book has its convention. "m" means the middle finger and "i" means index finger. You should pull the…
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Latest Developments in Classical Guitar Strings?

I've put my classical instrument down for a few years, to focus on period instruments. Now I'm playing the modern instrument again -- the strings are in sad shape! Before I buy new strings... Are there any recent developments in strings that I…
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How do you interpret the numbers in square?

I am puzzled by the number put in the square in the sheet music. Can anyone tell me how to play?
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What "things" should I look for when buying a classical guitar?

I play acoustic and electric, and want to get into classical guitar playing. I was wondering what is important to look for when buying a classical guitar? I know that personal "feel" is important, but are there any specific things I should look…
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Classical Guitar: How to play slur followed by a chord

How to play the notes in the image? Is it play the third string with slur for the second string at the same time?
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Classical Guitar Piece Notation

What does the + and .. sign mean on top of the notes?
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Guitar nails and touch typing

I've played so much guitar that I'm now not completely worthless at it. I understand that nails are important for good tone and I spend a lot of time manicuring them. I also touch-type a lot and the combination of nails and typing is frustrating.…
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Is it possible to improve my pinky to such an extent?

My pinky and ring finger are very close when playing some chords, as showed in Image 1. If I play the chord in Image 2, which is to hold B / F# / D / F# first and then hammer on E, my left hand will result in Image 3 and the E will be almost…
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What are the advantages of Narciso Yepes' 10 stringed guitar?

Narciso Yepes invented the 10-stringed guitar. What are its advantages? Are there any schools where playing it is taught?
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Should I look at my fingers or look at the music?

I'm just starting out learning classical guitar. One question I have is if I should be looking at my fingers on the fret board or the music I'm trying to play? Back when I was in grade-school I played the trumpet for year. Yet with the trumpet there…
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How to improve run on guitar

I'm currently learning Capricho Arabe by Francisco Tarrega (Youtube link to song).I am struggling with the run at the beginning of the piece (0:35): and was wondering how I can speed it up and make it sound clear. P.S. It also has to be rest…
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Why would beginning guitar start on the sixth string?

I am curious why any beginning classical guitar curriculum would start on the 6th string. I assume that these beginning students are learning to read music as well. It seems to me that starting on that string would be harder than starting on the…
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Using right fingers for Classical Guitar Arrangements

What the best method to use the right or true fingers for any Guitar Arrangements?have you any tips?
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Putting a steel string on a classical guitar? (classical guitar with truss rods)

I know that putting a steel string on a classical guitar is not advisable as it can damage the bridge or the neck. And based on my research classical guitars doesn't have truss rods because nylon strings does not put heavy tensions .. But i was…
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Noise after restringing a classical guitar

I just restring-ed my classical guitar. It was fine before the restringing. But now when I make a rest-stroke, besides the normal produced sound, there is another noise entailed. The noise sounds very suggestive that it is produced by something…
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