I love this channel ❤️. The classes are clear and with a lot of useful pedagogical content. I am picking up the guitar again after a break of several years and relearning this piece. I find the second part more challenging to play, so I back listening to this to get more technical insights
This channel is indispensable. Werner's teachings are professional with a clear structure and excellent tips to approach the piece. I learned Lagrima from his video lessons as well as the practice book Grade 4. Now I am preparing to learn Adelita by coming first to Werner's This is Classical Guitar.
I feel like I am of a group of students listening to a lecture-- a lecture that is quite enjoyable. Having listened to this guitarist play this handsome piece, I've come to the conclusion: how can it be played any better that this? My answer: you just try it, bub! Listen to Bream play this, and hear how this version compares.
I have a little tip. If possible, I would also put the score of the piece on the screen and I would synchronize the demonstration of the position of the fingers with an index that follows the notes that are performed on the score. Without this, whoever follows the demonstration must have the score in front and it becomes very complicated to follow the demonstration and read the score. This is obviously my idea and I don't know if it is difficult to implement it. Thank you very much.
Thanks for the suggestion. I actually want the lessons to give ideas about musicality and technique that students will bring to their score in the practice room. Working through the music on their own is far more beneficial than following each note on a video. Students need to learn to be independent and there is no substitute for that. That said, I understand what you are saying and yes, maybe that is something that I'll consider adding for specific sections.
Hi , I love this tune and am trying to learn it now. I find the pull-offs a big challenge - almost obstacle in moving forward and learning this. The reason I believe is that I have a slight bend on my little find due to excess bone. What this means is when I pull off with the pinky, my ring finger fends to move in the same direction involuntarily. My QUESTION. Is this a general challenge for people, or due to my pinky problem? Thanks in advance.
Lots of people have trouble with the pull-offs in this because of the stretches and chord shapes that go along with them. Could be an opportunity to work on slurs separately. Maybe some slur exercises that include alignment like this one: www.thisisclassicalguitar.com/lesson-alignment-slur-exercise-fixed-fingers/
Hi! When I learned this piece way back, I put a lot of work into the ornaments at 6:21 to get the feel that I wanted. I play the ornaments before here, and the chord enter on the last note of that little legato, for a snappier sound (if executed right). I do this throughout the piece, and the 4th bar of part A is probably the best starting point to get an idea of what I mean since it's easy to get right. This is also the order of the notes in the score, but I have noticed nobody else plays it this way. What is your opinion?
Ornaments can be executed however the performer feels is correct (within historical boundaries of course). I think people 'translate' this ornament similar to how they hear passages in other romantic era works... Always good to think about it carefully so thanks for the comment!
Thank you very much for this beautiful lesson, very well taught! You are a real pro that I just discovered. I really like your class. I bought the Adelita TAB version and I get to work with your excellent video. Question: I have just acquired, with your recommendation, a Cordoba C10 CD. What kind of ropes you recommend! Thank you for your attention. French translated with Google.
I like the D’Addario Half Set - Hybrid Carbon G - I use these (high tension trebles and then buy normal basses separately). I review more strings here: www.thisisclassicalguitar.com/classical-guitar-store-reviews/
You could accomplish it by doing some light rest strokes on the bass strings and other mutes but I don't know how necessary it is here as the bass dies away pretty quick. Depends how much of a handle on the work you have that you can add that extra element.
It takes awhile. You might want to try this easier piece by Tarrega (there is a free PDF notation edition): wernerguitareditions.com/collections/easy/products/study-in-c-by-tarrega-pdf
Hi. I've been struggling with this piece for over 40 years and still can't play it!! The problem is the second legato in the second section, where the little finger has to be stretched away from the ring finger. I can just about hammer the very tip of my finger down, but it is absolutely impossible for me to get enough grip or purchase on the string to get any sound at all, other that a dull thud, when I pull the finger off. When confronted with problems like this, how on earth can you overcome them?
Well, it could be a number of very small issues that are adding up to that one sections being unattainable. Usually, small adjustments to posture, hand positions, and some added relaxation go a long way.
Well, either give it more time to settle in or do a gradual ramping up of the tempo. Turn the metronome down as low as you can do it smoothly and then it's the long game of creeping up the tempo!
@@Thisisclassicalguitar thx...yes to gradual ramping of tempo...2 yrs later still miss every time in performance. It’s the complete lifting of the left hand from 9 pos to 7 pos for the B7. I just can’t get it past 60BPM in practice...and never hitting in performance. But I’m stubborn. I’ll keep working on it. Work on phrasing it in a way that I don’t choke every time in performance, but so anything before and after that parts supports it musically. Thx for the response and...time and patience usually cures all.
The mazurka is a Polish dance/musical form in triple meter, it usually has strong accents, sometimes on the second or third beat. Chopin is a good model to listen to as Tarrega arranged his works and was obviously a fan but you can also dive deeper into the folk traditions.
I love this channel ❤️. The classes are clear and with a lot of useful pedagogical content. I am picking up the guitar again after a break of several years and relearning this piece. I find the second part more challenging to play, so I back listening to this to get more technical insights
Awesome! Thank you!
This channel is indispensable. Werner's teachings are professional with a clear structure and excellent tips to approach the piece. I learned Lagrima from his video lessons as well as the practice book Grade 4. Now I am preparing to learn Adelita by coming first to Werner's This is Classical Guitar.
That music touches the soul and will linger on even after being stringed... that's the power of music ♥️
i am a Vietnamese and I can't believe that you have Vietnamese in your website
and this is one of my favorite so you have my respect
Thank you so much for giving all of these lessons out!!
My pleasure. Glad you enjoyed it.
I recently listened to your podcast with Simon Powis and it was insightful. Thank you for all you do for the classical guitar world.
Thanks for listening!
This is my new piece for the week. I very much enjoyed your lesson. I’m actually excited about applying your instruction in my next practice.
Great teacher and coach. I really enjoy your newsletter, with all the interesting selection of players and guitar novelties. Good work!
Thank you kindly!
Great lesson! i was really struggling with the B part and your tips made it easier. Also the tips on dynamics are gold. Thank you!
Great to hear!
I feel like I am of a group of students listening to a lecture-- a lecture that is quite enjoyable. Having listened to this guitarist play this handsome piece, I've come to the conclusion: how can it be played any better that this? My answer: you just try it, bub! Listen to Bream play this, and hear how this version compares.
Wonderful presentation
Excellent lesson, thank You so much!
Thanks a lot for the great lesson and all tips what you shared .
Glad it was helpful!
You got a Beautiful guitar touch
Thanks so much!
Thank you for the free sheet music.
I just printed it out and will begin learning Adelita this week.
Nice, good luck! Enjoy.
Amazing Video!!! Thank you so much 😃
Glad you liked it!
Thank you this is Great teaching
I really like the tempo you play it in
Thank you so much 💕🙏🏼
Wonderful lesson on Adelita! I enjoyed your interview on the CGC podcast with Simon Powis.
Thanks Linda! Ya, the podcast was fun. Nice playing on your RUclips as well!
Thank you for listening to me : )
Thank you so much for the good lesson. You genuine professional guitar master. Thumbs up!
Thank you kindly!
bravo! great class!
Glad you liked it!
very good lesson thankyou
Thank you for your lesson.
I have a little tip. If possible, I would also put the score of the piece on the screen and I would synchronize the demonstration of the position of the fingers with an index that follows the notes that are performed on the score.
Without this, whoever follows the demonstration must have the score in front and it becomes very complicated to follow the demonstration and read the score. This is obviously my idea and I don't know if it is difficult to implement it. Thank you very much.
Thanks for the suggestion. I actually want the lessons to give ideas about musicality and technique that students will bring to their score in the practice room. Working through the music on their own is far more beneficial than following each note on a video. Students need to learn to be independent and there is no substitute for that. That said, I understand what you are saying and yes, maybe that is something that I'll consider adding for specific sections.
So beautiful
My Dad used to play this for me when I was a little girl...I am over 50 now, but listen to it whenever I can.
Nice, glad to hear it!
All your guitars sound beautiful. Seems like u are someplace in Europe. I m in America.Nice guitar practice. 😃
thank you for this!
Love it!
Very good!!! Translator for Português Brasil!!! :)
Hi , I love this tune and am trying to learn it now. I find the pull-offs a big challenge - almost obstacle in moving forward and learning this. The reason I believe is that I have a slight bend on my little find due to excess bone. What this means is when I pull off with the pinky, my ring finger fends to move in the same direction involuntarily. My QUESTION. Is this a general challenge for people, or due to my pinky problem? Thanks in advance.
Lots of people have trouble with the pull-offs in this because of the stretches and chord shapes that go along with them. Could be an opportunity to work on slurs separately. Maybe some slur exercises that include alignment like this one: www.thisisclassicalguitar.com/lesson-alignment-slur-exercise-fixed-fingers/
@@Thisisclassicalguitar thank you Sir. I will take a look and try it out
Me encanta ! Love it !
Thanks!
Thank you !!!
Hi! When I learned this piece way back, I put a lot of work into the ornaments at 6:21 to get the feel that I wanted. I play the ornaments before here, and the chord enter on the last note of that little legato, for a snappier sound (if executed right). I do this throughout the piece, and the 4th bar of part A is probably the best starting point to get an idea of what I mean since it's easy to get right. This is also the order of the notes in the score, but I have noticed nobody else plays it this way. What is your opinion?
Ornaments can be executed however the performer feels is correct (within historical boundaries of course). I think people 'translate' this ornament similar to how they hear passages in other romantic era works... Always good to think about it carefully so thanks for the comment!
Excellent
Thank you so much 😀
Thank you very much for this beautiful lesson, very well taught! You are a real pro that I just discovered. I really like your class. I bought the Adelita TAB version and I get to work with your excellent video.
Question: I have just acquired, with your recommendation, a Cordoba C10 CD. What kind of ropes you recommend! Thank you for your attention.
French translated with Google.
I like the D’Addario Half Set - Hybrid Carbon G - I use these (high tension trebles and then buy normal basses separately). I review more strings here: www.thisisclassicalguitar.com/classical-guitar-store-reviews/
Thanks a lot! Regards!
It is necessary to mute the open bass strings in the second part so that there is no porridge.
You could accomplish it by doing some light rest strokes on the bass strings and other mutes but I don't know how necessary it is here as the bass dies away pretty quick. Depends how much of a handle on the work you have that you can add that extra element.
So beautiful! How long does it take for a beginner to get good at this piece?
It takes awhile. You might want to try this easier piece by Tarrega (there is a free PDF notation edition): wernerguitareditions.com/collections/easy/products/study-in-c-by-tarrega-pdf
Good work! Well done! Which guitar do you have? It sounds beautiful
See my gear here (this video is the Cordoba C10) - www.thisisclassicalguitar.com/classical-guitar-store-reviews/
Sir , could you show the sheet music of this piece ?
The sheet music for this is available for purchase via the link in the description. Let me know if you have any questions.
I dont understand how to read the notes. Any tips on how i can learn to (maybe a book or a video that explains it all)
I have a free beginner method if you want to start learning: www.thisisclassicalguitar.com/free-classical-guitar-method-book-pdf/
That is a beautiful guitar. Is it a Cordoba?
Yup, a C10, see all my gear here: www.thisisclassicalguitar.com/classical-guitar-store-reviews/
Hi. I've been struggling with this piece for over 40 years and still can't play it!! The problem is the second legato in the second section, where the little finger has to be stretched away from the ring finger. I can just about hammer the very tip of my finger down, but it is absolutely impossible for me to get enough grip or purchase on the string to get any sound at all, other that a dull thud, when I pull the finger off. When confronted with problems like this, how on earth can you overcome them?
Well, it could be a number of very small issues that are adding up to that one sections being unattainable. Usually, small adjustments to posture, hand positions, and some added relaxation go a long way.
14:30. I can nail G and B7 with the ornaments separately all day long...I just can’t connect them smoothly....help someone...anyone....
Sorry 6:40 to 7:14
Well, either give it more time to settle in or do a gradual ramping up of the tempo. Turn the metronome down as low as you can do it smoothly and then it's the long game of creeping up the tempo!
@@Thisisclassicalguitar thx...yes to gradual ramping of tempo...2 yrs later still miss every time in performance. It’s the complete lifting of the left hand from 9 pos to 7 pos for the B7. I just can’t get it past 60BPM in practice...and never hitting in performance. But I’m stubborn. I’ll keep working on it. Work on phrasing it in a way that I don’t choke every time in performance, but so anything before and after that parts supports it musically. Thx for the response and...time and patience usually cures all.
I couldn't find the notation of the piece :(
Did you follow the link in the description? Or here: www.thisisclassicalguitar.com/adelita-mazurca-tarrega-free-pdf-or-tab/
cool
What does Mazurka mean
The mazurka is a Polish dance/musical form in triple meter, it usually has strong accents, sometimes on the second or third beat. Chopin is a good model to listen to as Tarrega arranged his works and was obviously a fan but you can also dive deeper into the folk traditions.
no ritardando at bar 12..?
I feel like a rit in bar two would be a bit disruptive to the 4 bar phrase.
@@Thisisclassicalguitar I meant bar 12 sorry
sub spanish :v