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David Russell

08/10/18

@ Gallery of Guitar

It's essential to know your piece very well so you can navigate through any discomfort during a performance.

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Guitarist David Russell in Conversation - Concentration & Distraction

@ Gallery of Guitar

Guitarist David Russell in Conversation - Concentration & Distraction

08/10/18

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Simon P

05/19/25

@ Classical Guitar Corner

When learning a piece of repertoire, having a performance goal can guide you on when to move on, such as being able to play it from beginning to end with musical shaping and phrasing.

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Judicaël Perroy

09/30/18

@ tonebase Guitar

It's essential for students to play pieces that many others play to understand their own level and build their identity as musicians.

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Simon P

05/19/25

@ Classical Guitar Corner

You should aim to play a piece accurately and with musicality before moving on, possibly setting performance or recording goals to enhance your learning experience.

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Simon P

05/19/25

@ Classical Guitar Corner

The main topic today is about knowing when to move on from a piece of repertoire or an exercise you're working on.

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David Russell

08/12/18

@ Gallery of Guitar

Before you can play complex pieces, you need to master the basic elements of technique, similar to how percussionists practice simple rhythms repeatedly.

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Simon Powers

11/05/17

@ Classical Guitar Corner

It's crucial to develop good habits of alternation early on to prevent tension in the right hand and maintain tone quality as you progress to more complex repertoire.

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David Russell

11/19/22

@ tonebase Guitar

As a performer, I must understand the composer's intentions and then make the piece my own, which involves recognizing the freedoms offered in the score.

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Borbála Seres

08/29/24

@ tonebase Guitar

When performing, it's essential to determine what you want to express and adjust the tempo accordingly to fit that idea.

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David Russell

04/06/20

@ Anand Chauhan

Practice your ornaments repeatedly, as they can significantly affect the overall sound of your performance.