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Emmanuel Sowicz

05/22/21

@ tonebase Guitar

To achieve a clean portamento, avoid pressing too strongly or too lightly while shifting; find a balance in pressure to connect the notes elegantly.

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Legato: "Play Connected"

@ tonebase Guitar

05/22/21

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Emmanuel Sowicz

05/22/21

@ tonebase Guitar

When applying legato techniques to a piece, start by playing the notes without overlapping, then gradually introduce overlapping and portamento for a smoother sound.

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Classical Guitar Corner Cast

07/11/21

@ Classical Guitar Corner

When transitioning from one note to another, keep the first finger down on the string until the next note is played to maintain a smooth connection.

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tonebase Guitar Cast

09/25/21

@ tonebase Guitar

When playing a bar, lean your index finger slightly to the side to utilize the bonier edge for better pressure distribution, which helps achieve a cleaner note.

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Emmanuel Sowicz

05/22/21

@ tonebase Guitar

When playing two notes on the same string, synchronize your hands to ensure a smooth connection without anticipating the next note too early.

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Classical Guitar Corner Cast

05/19/25

@ Classical Guitar Corner

As you advance, consider how you want to control the release of notes in slurs, whether softer or more articulated, depending on the musical context.

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Classical Guitar Corner Cast

07/11/21

@ Classical Guitar Corner

When playing legato, there should be no gaps between notes; they must be connected smoothly.

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Emmanuel Sowicz

05/22/21

@ tonebase Guitar

When playing legato on one string, ensure the gap between both notes is as tiny as possible.

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Mircea Gogoncea

03/17/24

@ tonebase Guitar

The fingering for difficult passages should be crafted to allow for extensions, making it easier to transition between notes without losing position.

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tonebase Guitar Cast

11/25/24

@ tonebase Guitar

When practicing barre chords, it's important to focus on which strings you actually need to press down, rather than pressing all the strings hard.