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Aimed at guitarists at a basic to intermediate level in Fingerstyle, Classical or Electric Guitar. A basic knowledge of the fretboard would be desirable but the bulk of the course will be aimed at learning and developing a good right hand technique and gaining a foundation in the basic rhythms and techniques of Flamenco guitar.

Advanced

Aimed at guitarists at an advanced level in Fingerstyle, Classical or Electric Guitar.  A high level of left hand technique and a good right hand technique would be desirable, as well as a decent knowledge of the fretboard.

The course is aimed at developing and improving advanced right hand techniques as well as focusing on modern and traditional Flamenco harmony, scales, arpeggios and Flamenco Compas (rhythmic structure).

John will also demonstrate his own approach to Flamenco composition with examples in each palo covered from one of his compositions.  Throughout the course, participants will prepare a short piece with a view to a student performance at course completion.

Updated on 08 November, 2015

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