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Xavier Jara

10/14/18

@ tonebase Guitar

I wanted to present 'Mysterious Habitats' in a way that reflects American minimalism, playing it more like percussion music rather than a flowing piece.

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S1E3: Xavier Jara - The tonebase Classical Guitar Podcast

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S1E3: Xavier Jara - The tonebase Classical Guitar Podcast

10/14/18

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Leo Brouwer

11/04/22

@ tonebase Guitar

Rhythm is not important in my piece, and I often focus on the flow rather than strict rhythmic structures.

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Stephen Goss

09/22/19

@ tonebase Guitar

I try to keep my compositional approach different for each piece, but certain textures and combinations of instruments often recur in my work.

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Leo Brouwer

11/04/22

@ tonebase Guitar

To avoid clichés in my music, I use anti-romantic techniques to clean out the harmony and prevent banality.

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Leo Brouwer

11/04/22

@ tonebase Guitar

In my music, I avoid standard major and minor tonalities, often using poly-modal harmonies instead.

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Leo Brouwer

11/04/22

@ tonebase Guitar

My music is non-standard because I don't prioritize melodies; instead, I focus on harmony, tension, and other aspects that support the melody.

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Leo Brouwer

11/04/22

@ tonebase Guitar

I aim to create a moment of magic in every piece of music, which cannot be forced but must flow intuitively.

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Steve Goss

09/22/19

@ tonebase Guitar

My first significant composition was 'Park of Idols,' which features movements inspired by various musicians, including Pat Metheny and Frank Zappa.

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David Russell

11/19/22

@ tonebase Guitar

Rhythmic elements are crucial for achieving the composer's intent, especially when they intricately place notes within a beat.

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Judicaël Perroy

09/30/18

@ tonebase Guitar

I prefer to introduce my students to new repertoire rather than only teaching pieces I have played extensively, as it keeps the learning process fresh and diverse.