I brighten the tone to enhance expressiveness and clarity, allowing the notes to be more easily inflected and understood.

Every classical guitarist has a different tone; many prefer a round and dark tone, while I choose a very direct and bright tone to ensure everyone in the hall can hear the music clearly.

In an intimate setting, I wouldn't use a bright tone if the music is meant to be pretty; instead, I would choose a tone that fits the context of the performance.

The choice of tone is not the same every time; it varies based on the circumstances of the performance and the clarity needed for the musical narrative.

Some well-known guitarists, like Segovia and Julian Bream, are recognized for their tones, which are actually quite bright rather than dark, contrary to popular belief. I choose to play with a bright and direct tone because it helps the musical line appear to ascend, making it clearer and more impactful.

The tones I use are not just one; they are a sum of several levels of decisions I have to make depending on the context of the performance.

Using a darker sound can make the pitch of the melody unclear, which obscures the melodic content of the line.

In performance, the perception of tone can change depending on the listener's position, affecting how aggressive or coherent the sound appears.

Different tempos, dynamics, and tone colors are essential tools for musical expression.