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Ernesto García de León – Preludio Op 26
A few days ago, I found this beautiful little piece that I just wanted to share. The score is on page 40 of the attached document.
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Re: READ and FAQ - Monsters of Nylon Challenge! @Blaise Laflamme Oh yes, far beyond my ability, but I know you could play it.
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Re: READ and FAQ - Monsters of Nylon Challenge! @Blaise Laflamme I am thinking of Flight of the Bumblebee (blindfolded with both hands tied behind my back) or an arrangement of the Rite of Spring played only on the sixth string.
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Re: Home Country Hero Mini Challenge @joosje What a gift those were to listen to, Joosje! There is something about renaissance melodies and harmonies that feeds my soul. I could listen to music like this all day long.…
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Re: Week 4: "Samba Strings Showcase" @martin Great by me. I am very curious what that next challenge is about.
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Re: Week 4: "Samba Strings Showcase" @don Sounds great, Don! I especially like the B section. I do agree with Barney about the repeat of the A section feeling rushed.
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Re: Week 4: "Samba Strings Showcase" @Steve Pederson Great work, Steve! It sounds so good. And you’re right, the C section is particularly strong. I hear you about taking a break. I didn’t play my HVL piece for about five or six days,…
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Re: Week 4: "Samba Strings Showcase" @Jack Stewart It sounds great, Jack, and shows the fluency that only comes with a lot of hard work. Great ideas for while you’re away! I would add the 4’33” Challenge.…
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Re: Home Country Hero Mini Challenge @Marilyn Blodget Beautiful, Marilyn! Is it written for piano?
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Re: Home Country Hero Mini Challenge @Jack Stewart Sounds incredible, Jack! Safe and enjoyable travels.
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Re: Antigoni Goni: Tarréga and his Charming Wit - About Interpretation! @martin I hope you get better soon, Martin.
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Re: "Easy Pieces" Mini Challenge @Blaise Laflamme So beautiful, Blaise! If I give you my address, will he drop by my house?
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Re: Home Country Hero Mini Challenge @Jack Stewart I got a bridge for sale in Brooklyn.
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Re: Home Country Hero Mini Challenge @Blaise Laflamme Right? And he has the nerve to offer me fake money? The offer goes to you now, Blaise!
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Re: Home Country Hero Mini Challenge @Jack Stewart No need for outrage. Gershwin actually asked that the title of the song change with the passing of the seasons. That way, he could keep up with Vivaldi while only writing one piece of…
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Re: Home Country Hero Mini Challenge Gershwin - Summertime I thought I would try another one of Stan Ayeroff's Gershwin arrangements. This one is a hit song from the musical Porgy and Bess.…
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Re: Week 4: "Samba Strings Showcase" @Jack Stewart Very well played, Jack! Great dynamics and sound.
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Re: Week 4: "Samba Strings Showcase" @Dale Needles Thank you for posting this, Dale! It sounds like a life well-lived.
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Re: Week 4: "Samba Strings Showcase" @Dale Needles Thank you, Dale. You mentioned that livestream to me a few weeks ago, and I went searching through it to find the pertinent part, but couldn't find it.…
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Re: If you could master the technique of any guitarist, living or dead, who would it be and why? @David Krupka I would definitely do it if it comes with your musical knowledge as well!
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Re: If you could master the technique of any guitarist, living or dead, who would it be and why? I'd like to have @David Krupka 's technique. In all seriousness, I am with David on this. I once wrote in a post that I'd like to be able to play something like John Williams.…
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Re: Week 4: "Samba Strings Showcase" @Ron Thank you, Ron. I often write my post immediately after recording, when I am typically not feeling good about my playing. Thank you for the more objective and encouraging feedback.
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Re: Week 4: "Samba Strings Showcase" HVL Prelude 2 (Aug 25) I feel like I have hit an absolute brick wall with this piece. This is likely my last submission of it for this challenge.
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Re: Home Country Hero Mini Challenge @Jack Stewart Fun!
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Re: Home Country Hero Mini Challenge @Jack Stewart Loved it! I haven't heard of Dave Van Ronk, but I really enjoyed that.
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