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Classical Guitar Corner Cast

07/11/21

@ Classical Guitar Corner

While focusing on legato playing, it's essential to consider the role of the right hand, as it can interrupt the flow of the melody if not managed properly.

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CGC Tips on Legato for Beginners

@ Classical Guitar Corner

CGC Tips on Legato for Beginners

07/11/21

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Classical Guitar Corner Cast

07/11/21

@ Classical Guitar Corner

Avoiding extra accents with the right hand is crucial; if I emphasize each note too much, it disrupts the flow of the melody and prevents the notes from connecting well.

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.

Emmanuel Sowicz

05/22/21

@ tonebase Guitar

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

Borbála Seres

08/29/24

@ tonebase Guitar

Articulation in music is crucial; we should not always play in legato but use various articulations to express our ideas.

Classical Guitar Corner Cast

07/11/21

@ Classical Guitar Corner

To achieve a nice legato, I need to let the string resonate until the next note is played, rather than dampening it, which creates a staccato effect.

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.

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.

Classical Guitar Corner Cast

07/11/21

@ Classical Guitar Corner

To build a nice legato on the guitar, the first step is to learn how to listen closely to your playing.

Classical Guitar Corner Cast

07/11/21

@ Classical Guitar Corner

When playing legato, I can put my fourth and first fingers down together, allowing me to lift off my fourth finger and play the first finger smoothly, creating a connected sound.