Description
Martha Masters, “Reaching the Next Level. A Method for the Experienced Classical Guitarist”
96 Pages
Contents:
Acknowledgments
Introduction: Why We All Need This Book
Revisiting the Basics with a New Sense of Purpose
Developing Critical Listening Skills
The Basics of Good Technique
Learning New Repertoire with Good Study Habits
Gaining Control of Your Technique
Etruscan Prelude No. 1, by Reginald Smith Brindle
Sueño, by José Viñas
Fundamentals of Strong Playing at Any Level
Playing with a Consistent, Beautiful Tone
Controlling Tempo
Playing Truly Legato
Test the Right Hand
Test the Left Hand
Cantabile, from Cinq etudes faciles, ou presque, by Simone Iannarelli
Etude No. 7, by Napoléon Coste
Expanding Your Interpretive Skills
Determining Phrases and Breathing
Crafting Your Interpretation: Dynamics & Colors
Making Informed Fingering Choices
String Damping
Bolero, by Julián Arcas
Articulations
Capriccio, from Partita No. X, by Giuseppe Antonio Brescianello
Vibrato
Berceuse, by Napoléon Coste
Listen to the Great Interpreters
Merengue, by Frantz Casséus
Valseana, by Sergio Assad
Tying It All Together
Improving Your Sight-Reading
Coping with Performance Anxiety
What It Takes To Succeed
Reaching the Next Level