General Discussion Category

Sketches of China album

not sure where to put this but some of the technique used in this album is really amazing. Just sharing two of my favorite. no idea how she does it but it works.

"a" finger nail shape

Hello, I've got a problem with figuring out a good nail shape for my "a" finger. The issue is that it strikes the string at a different angle than "i" and "m" for which regular round shape works fine.…

Looking for advice on extended tremolo

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qjEM5HRc7fc I've been enamoured with Manolo Sanluca's Oracion for a long time now and every so often I try and play it.…

Silent Guitars. Yamaha SLG200N series or the like

Hi mates ! I'd like to get your opinion about Yamaha SLG200N series or the like because for me practicing is a real handicap as very often I can do so only during the night. Then...…

STACCATO ON SCALES WITH OPEN STRINGS

Technique question: What are the recommended ways to stop open stings in passages that are staccato? Suppose I am playing a descending C Major 1st (open) position scale using i-m right hand (RH)…

Video(s) of the day/week/month

As someone who has yet to contribute a video to the ongoing challenges (I do expect this to change!) it's probably not my place to be suggesting this, but I'll do so anyways.…

Look for beyond 12th fret studies

Hi friends, I'm looking for practice beyond 12th fret on classical guitar. I would like to find studies, routines or something else to improve this part of fretboard.…

Need a beginner routine

I've been teaching myself for the past 3 months using a combination of the material from thisisclassicalguitar.com and Scott Tenant's "Pumping Nylon" book.…

Bossa Nova

Just discovered this and totally loving this genre of music. Anyone with any good songs recommendations and resources on learning it? thanks!

Musicians' Health Matters: Discussing Music-Related Injuries and Prevention Strategies 🩺

As we all know, playing music can be a physically demanding activity. Whether it's from hours of practice, or performances, our bodies can take a toll. I wanted to start a conversation about the…

What Do You Struggle With Or Frustrated By In Your Playing?

What are you most frustrated with in regards to your classical guitar playing journey? What do you want to improve or struggle with? What are your most desired classical guitar breakthroughs for 2023?

Is there any teaching materials on this piece "Variations On A Theme By Handel, Op. 107"?

Where are the tonebase levels?

Hi, I was used to following tonebase levels. They recommended a series of pieces for each level, but now I can't find it. They have disappeared? Thanks

Ist da jemand aus Deutschland ? / Is Anybody Here From Germany?

Hi, ich bin neu hier - alle babbeln englisch.... das macht die Sache nicht leichter 😉. I can speak English too, but it is not the yellow from the egg.…

Linking Lessons to Levels

@martin . I'm still new at Tonebase so I'm not sure if this has been discussed before. I have found the suggested levels on the community forum page and somewhere I read that we can use these as a…

BWV 996 Allemande

Hello to all. I am new to the Tonebase community. I wanted to inquire if there was an instruction/guidance available on BWV 996 Allemande on Tonebase. Thank you in advance!

Villa-Lobos Étude 2 fingering help needed

Hello, I'm learning the second etude and I'm having trouble seeing what right-hand fingering is used on the second 1/2 of the first bar. The PDF doesn't have it and he plays it too fast in the…

Modern players who brace the pinky

I was just noticing Lorenzo Micheli braces his pinky finger on the soundboard lightly and was wondering if you can think of other modern players who do this.…

Where to go after beginner course 2?

I'm working on the last piece for the beginner course 2. What course or lesson should I take afterward?

Fernando Fernandez-Lavie guitar method - guidance please

Hello, Has someone studied from this method ‘Ecole de la Guitare, Technique Moderne’? I have a copy of the 5th edition from Max Eschig and I’m keen in hearing your experience.…

Gabriella Quevedo style

Gabrirella Quevedo is a favorite of mine. She plays acoustic guitar. I would like to suggest an interview with her and a discussion that breaks down her style.…

On Sound Production Aniello Desiderio

I think this module is really important for people to watch. Anyone. I think this is all explained so well as a concept and very interesting. I just want to thank Aniello Desiderio and tonebase for…

Request to explore Thierry Tisserand music

I am adding links two Thierry Tisserand compositions. The French composer has many samples of his music available at youtube. It is my hope that we could explore his music in live forums and/or as…

Half apoyando stroke

From recent Iliana Matos live stream. Still can't figure out what it is. She also mentioned to create a loud tone you push the string inside the soundhole,…

No more livestream discussions?

Just watched the wonderful stream Iliana Matos: Mastering your Tone, Defining your Musical Personality!. Realize there is no more link to the more traditional discussion thread.…