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The Semi-regularly Appearing Technique Session
And Dexterity and Stamina Exercises
UPDATED December 29, 2011
The recital repertoire is wonderful for demonstrating one's technique. However, finding precisely what piece and which measures are required to master or reinforce a particular technical ability, well, that can be a hit or miss proposition. The exercises on this page will pinpoint specific areas where all guitarists find difficulty at one time or another. Of course, some players may have less problems in certain areas than others, but there is something here for every player at any level of proficiency.
Left hand exercises are useful for any player performing in any genre. Right hand exercises will be targeted towards the classical player. There are pages for the Rock and Blues guitarist and all those who play the electric guitar.
Each week a new exercise or technique building session will be added to this page. Please click the link for the most current date for the latest session. Please check back regularly, new pages will be added!
Original Pieces, Editions and Transcriptions
Silent Night A newer harmonization of a traditional Christmas favorite. Happy Christmas!
Toy for Two Lutes Everyone needs a toy for the holidays. Happy Christmas!
An Anonymous Pavane with a credited fingering
Elspeth of Nottingham transcribed and edited by H.G. Pellegrin
Carulli Prelude Number 1 edited by H.G. Pellegrin
Le Clochard by Jan Akkermann, arranged by H.G. Pellegrin
Intro/Prelude for Le Clochard arranged by H.G. Pellegrin
Las Dos Hermanitas (Tárrega) edited by H.G. Pellegrin
Richard Tarleton's Resurrection (Dowland) edited by H.G. Pellegrin
Opus 60 Number 16 by Matteo Carcassi edited by H.G. Pellegrin
El Noi De La Mare arranged in the style of Llobet
Nacht Tanz original composition by H. Pellegrin
El Testament D'Amelia arranged in the style of Llobet
Gymnopedie No. 3 by Eric Satie transcribed by H.G. Pellegrin
Scherzino Mexicana by Manuel Ponce transcribed by H.G. Pellegrin
Etude Opus 35 Number 17 by Fernando Sor edited by H.G. Pellegrin
Asturias (Leyenda) by Isaac Albeniz transcribed by H.G. Pellegrin
Vals Brevis No. 5 by H.G. Pellegrin
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NEW FOR 2011
Performance notes for Villa-Lobos' Etude One in E minor (Part Three) December 28, 2011
A Pretty little duet for the Holiday Season. TOY FOR TWO LUTES. December 20, 2011
Performance notes for Villa-Lobos' Etude One in E minor (Part Two) December 14, 2011
Performance notes for Villa-Lobos' Etude One in E minor (Part One) December 6, 2011
Pascal Roch Volume I Part 5 April 28, 2011
Pascal Roch Volume I Part 4 April 21, 2011
Pascal Roch Volume I Part 3 April 14, 2011
Pascal Roch Volume I Part 2 April 7, 2011
Pascal Roch Volume I Part 1 March 31, 2011
An Article penned for the Classical Guitar Society of Upstate New York. Do we play with panache or with reverence? March 24, 2011
An Article penned for the Classical Guitar Society of Upstate New York. Do we play with panache or with reverence? March 17, 2011
An Anonymous Pavane with a credited fingering by a certifiable child of the 1960's and how I patched it up! March 10, 2011
Elspeth of Nottingham, transcribed and edited AND intabulated. March 3, 2011
An interesting assessment of Ferdinando Carulli's 24 Preludes (Number 1) February 24, 2011
An Intro/Prelude to Le Clochard: Blending two compositions into one cohesive entity. February 3, 2011
Teaching Classical Discipline in an X-Box Era. January 27, 2011
Show tunes form profit. January 20, 2011
When Could a Large Jump be a Good Thing? January 13, 2011
Las Dos Hermanitas by Francisco Tárrega Part Five January 6, 2011
Early Release Copies are now available!
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Old and New
A CD collection of classical guitar favorites plus five selections from 'Suite for Guitar' by Harry George Pellegrin.
"I picked the selections for this CD from the large number of pieces that I have continued to enjoy over the many years that make up a lifetime, including both student pieces as well as recital-fare. The intent of this album is not to try to dazzle, but to evoke memories."
SAMPLES:
Asturias/Leyenda Isaac Albéniz (WEBPAGE OPENS TO THIS SAMPLE) Etude Opus 6 Number 8 Fernando Sor Etude Opus 35 Number 13 Fernando Sor Etude Opus 35 Number 22 Fernando Sor Etude Opus 35 Number 17 Fernando Sor Lágrima Francisco Tárrega Adelita Francisco Tárrega Mazurka in C Francisco Tárrega Mazurka in G Francisco Tárrega Introduction and Variations on a Theme by Mozart Fernando Sor Etude Opus 60 Number 3 Matteo Carcassi Etude Opus 60 Number 7 Matteo Carcassi Etude Opus 60 Number 16 Matteo Carcassi Vals Brevis One (Waltz for Agustin) For Georgio Testani Harry George Pellegrin Vals Brevis Two (Dark Horse Waltz) Harry George Pellegrin Vals Brevis Three (The Last Kiss) For Veronica M. Pellegrin Harry George Pellegrin Vals Brevis Four (Summer Afternoon, Bronx, 1962, For Coco) Harry George Pellegrin Snowfall 12.21.2008 Harry George Pellegrin
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Enjoy these exercises and come back next week for more! If you've enjoyed these exercises and sessions, please consider buying a copy of my book or my new album!
The Classic Guitar Method: Now in one volume, much of what the novice classical guitarist will need to know to lead him or her to the recital stage. From proper instrument care and maintenance to the necessary technical skills, musical mind-set, and the standard repertoire—all exposed and explored with enough detail and insight that the student will wish to keep this book handy years to come as a ready reference source. With the aid of a good teacher, the student will rapidly progress through The Classic Guitar Method attaining technical proficiency and musical eloquence. This method stems from the need to incorporate a number of schools into a single cohesive curriculum. Years of honing a logical approach to the guitar and the creation of music culminate in this volume. As a self-proclaimed Disciple of Valdés-Blain , much of that famed teacher's focus can be found in Mr. Pellegrin's method. ISBN: 978-1-4116-9442-2 Published by PAB Entertainment Group, P.O. Box 2369 Scotia, New York 12302 Please go to www.lulu.com to order.
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So, you want to play in a band?
Ensemble Performance
PART ONE: The Technique of Ensemble Playing: Emotions and Expectations -- the price one pays.
PART TWO: Rehearsal Etiquette -- Are you a squid in the band room?
PART THREE: Blending with the band -- do you fit in or do you take over?
PART FOUR: Numbers and Hand Signals -- It is polite to use your hands for some things
PART FIVE: Behaving at The Gig Professionalism Pays Big Dividends
PART SIX: VOLUME! How loud is too loud? How do you get loud enough and keep from assaulting ears and sensibilities?
PART SEVEN: GIG REALITIES 15 Minute Drum Solos? Larger Gals flashing you? Is there a place where nobody knows your name? Welcome to the gig!
PART EIGHT: To everything there is a season -- Does your band suck? Mine did! When do you know it is time to quit the band?
Want info? Want lessons? Lonely? Just drop us a line at information@pellegrinlowend.com .
Hear selections from my new album, Reflecting Pools. A departure for me, it is a keyboard album. The music is a series of tone poems written for relaxation and meditation. Reflecting pools is the perfect companion for a rainy afternoon or a winter evening. Actually, it is a great stress-reliever at work!
Click the album cover to find links for samples of all the pieces on my album.
- Harry Pellegrin
May 12, 2005
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