Tutorials
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BEST Exercise for Bass Strings (Classical Guitar)
James takes us through a series of carefully curated exercises for the bass string, each designed to hone your skills and bring out the best tonal qualities of your instrument.
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How to Do Tremolo on the Violin
What is tremolo? Tremolo on a bowed stringed instrument just means that you are creating a “trembling effect”. You will want to repeat the same note very quickly with very short bow strokes. The concept of tremolo is not very hard to grasp. However, being able to move the bow as quickly as you’d like
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How to Do Ponticello
Sul Ponticello is just Italian for “on the” (Sul) “bridge” (ponticello). Ponticello is an effect that is most often used in orchestral music to show danger or mystery. It colors the sound in such a way that it conveys a sense of coldness or starkness. There are varying degrees of ponticello but all of them
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The Importance of Rosin for Stringed Instruments/ A Comprehensive Guide
Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned musician, the importance of rosin cannot be overstated. It is an essential component in achieving optimal sound quality, control, and expression on your stringed instrument. Common Misconceptions About Rosin: Quality Matters: Not all rosins are created equal. The quality and composition of rosin can vary, affecting its performance
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BEST Exercises for Practicing Accidentals on the Classical Guitar
In this lesson, we will dive into the fascinating world of accidentals and explore how they can enhance your guitar playing. By incorporating accidentals, such as sharps and flats, into your melodies, you can create captivating musical arrangements.
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How to Tie Classical Guitar Strings
Need to change the strings on your classical guitar? Then watch as James explains how to tie and wrap a fresh set of nylons strings on this Giuliani CL6 Classical Guitar
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Collé Technique or How to Bow Smoothly
In today’s video, I’ll be talking about how to bow smoothly like a professional. In other words, how to learn the collé bowing technique on the violin. There are 4 exercises I teach you in this video. Practice them every day and you’ll have a smooth violin bow in no time!