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Classical Guitar Techniques & Musicianship - Taught by Frederic Hand [VHS]

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Although I have yet to buy other classical guitar instruction videos, I rated this one a 5 because it was just what I was looking for. Mr. Hand is very down to earth and reviews from the very beginning basics to more advanced techniques. What I found most useful was his focus on learning to relax and enjoy making music. Also, his tips regarding speed and dexterity have actually help improve my technique with arpeggios and tremolo. It didn't really hit me until a couple weeks after watching the video. As a bonus the sheet music for the material used on the video comes with it.

This video serves as a practical demonstration on the basic techniques of playing the classical guitar for the beginning guitarist. Sound reinforcement is provided to the more advanced player on the importance of maintaining proper playing techniques as speed and agility improve with practice.

Reading musical notation will definately enhance your enjoyment of this work as the scores for all the pieces played are provided in an easy to read booklet with corresponding tablature.

The pace rolls along quite quickly as one would expect with a single video presentation. Some pieces are well above a beginner, or even an intermediate, player's ability. All is not lost, however, as by doing so, Mr. Hand clearly makes his point about the technique and dexterity needed to master an advanced piece like Dowland's, "Lady Hunsden's Puffe", which he plays beautifully.

I have no regrets in purchasing this video. It's very well done and gets rewound quite a bit.

Whether you're just starting out, or somewhere down the road, this tape will be a valuable reference with an interesting range of material that will challenge most players at some point.