Table of Contents
- 1 Can I learn flamenco on a classical guitar?
- 2 Are classical and flamenco guitars the same?
- 3 How long does it take to learn classic guitar?
- 4 What is the difference between classical and flamenco guitar?
- 5 What are the best sites for learning classical guitar?
- 6 What is the difference between classical and flamenco guitars?
Can I learn flamenco on a classical guitar?
“there are no classical guitars and no Flamenco guitars- there are just good guitars in bad guitars.” As mentioned earlier you can play Flamenco on any nylon string guitar. the only edition is the golpeador ( tap plate ) which protects the soundboard against the golpe ( tapping) techniques used in Flamenco.
Which guitar is good for flamenco?
Our Top Picks for Best Flamenco Guitars
| Make | Model | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Cordoba | F7 Flamenco | Sweetwater Amazon |
| Yamaha | CG172SF Classical | Sweetwater Amazon |
| Cordoba | GK Pro Negra | Sweetwater Amazon |
| Cordoba | Fusion 14 Maple | Sweetwater Amazon |
Are classical and flamenco guitars the same?
Flamenco. Classical guitars generally have either a cedar or spruce top, with practically any type of back/side combination. On the other hand, flamenco guitars emphasize a much easier and faster playability, which is made possible by lowered action with almost no neck relief.
Do flamenco guitarists read music?
Traditional Flamenco guitarists do not usually read music, but rather learn by ear, watching closely and imitating the more experienced players.
How long does it take to learn classic guitar?
To play the classical guitar at a high level, meaning, being able to play the more complex repertoire well, requires 3 to 6 hours a day for about 10 years.
Is flamenco hard to learn?
Yes, the flamenco guitar is incredibly difficult to master. There are members of the Foro (Ricardo and Grisha come to mind) who have mastered it. My flamenco guitar maetro and good friend, Paco de Malaga, who has spent a lifetime playing flamenco, has nothing but praise for Ricardo’s playing.
What is the difference between classical and flamenco guitar?
Construction: The body of classical guitars is generally deeper and the woods are slightly thicker. Flamenco guitars have a flat or negative (before string tension) neck relief, making the action very fast at the cost of some buzzing. The strings are also closer to the body on flamenco guitars to facilitate tapping.
What is the best way to learn flamenco guitar?
Flamenco guitar holds a key value in traditional Spanish music and Spanish music is considered incomplete without flamenco guitar. On the website, you can access the method of learning flamenco guitar effectively including some traditional techniques like Picado, Arepgio, Tremolo, Rasqueado, Alzapua and more.
What are the best sites for learning classical guitar?
Classical Guitar Corner – Simon Powis’s great online school for classical guitar. It’s a paid site overall but quality level of everything is very high and well designed. Also has a podcast. I know tons of people who follow both myself and Simon’s site which makes a great combo.
What are the best guitar blogs on the Internet?
Six String Journal – Leonardo Garcia’s blog for aspiring guitarists, great lessons and ideas Classical Guitar Alive – Non-Profit, Tony Morris, great interviews, podcasts, media, and more. It’s an internationally-broadcast radio program as well.
What is the difference between classical and flamenco guitars?
Although classical and flamencos share the same background, their modern incarnations have some important differences! Classical guitars require a buzz-free tone that is only achieved by slightly higher action and some relief in the neck.