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This book and accompanying video provide a thorough introduction to flamenco
guitar. What are the essential elements and techniques of flamenco guitar
playing? How does one capture the real essence of authentic flamenco guitar?
These are questions that Juan Martin, celebrated virtuoso flamenco guitarist
and teacher, addresses in this first book of a projected three-volume series.
The method is designed for the complete beginner and requires no prior
knowledge of the guitar or flamenco music. It also provides invaluable
insight and material for more advanced players who want to capture the
essential sounds, rhythms and emotional power of true flamenco. The series
begins within-depth demonstrations of how the basic building blocks of
flamenco guitar technique are used in actual flamenco music. The material
then progresses to a detailed exploration of the individual rhythmic forms -
the palos. In this book, the fundamental palos of Solea and Alegrias are
presented to emphasize the basic rhythms and provide examples of falsetas -
the melodic passages. Martin then shows how to apply these when collaborating
with a dancer and singer. The music is transcribed in standard notation and
tablature (cifra), and the online video contain over 3.5 combined hours of
explanation and demonstrations. Provides a detailed introduction to basic
techniques, using examples of authentic flamenco to show these techniques in
action. Then progresses to demonstrations of the Solea and Alegrias,
including music for the soloist and the guitar accompanying the dancing and
singing. Includes access to online video.