Lesson: How to Practice Scales on Classical Guitar
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These exercises, No. 11,12,13 - Scales for Classical Guitar, are all great ways for intermediate guitarists to practice scales. Although I've grouped all the exercises into one lesson you should practice each way very carefully.
No. 11 - Scale Exercise: Destination Points: This exercise on scale destinations is a step towards precision and control. It is expected that your basic hand positions are secure at this point so now you're aiming more quality placement with more relaxation and economy of motion. Treating each note in the scale as a final destination will help develop even, strong sounding, and confident scales. Working with destination points is similar to working on phrasing or difficult passages in your pieces. The goal is to reach each destination with a high quality and confidence.
No. 12 - Scale Exercise: Rhythmic Vitality: It is rare to actually see an entire scale with the same rhythm in your repertoire. Therefore, it makes sense to practice your scales in different ways to become versatile. I find that one of the best things about adding different rhythms to your scales is that it accentuates any problem you might have. For example, in a dotted rhythm exercise a shift in the left hand may occur during the fast rhythm. If you can execute the shift cleanly then you know you need to work on your shift.
No. 13 - Scale Exercise: Articulation and Dynamics: If you practice your technique in only one way you might end up playing like a robot. So, here's a chance to practice your expressive technique in a controlled setting. Make up your own articulations and dynamics to complement what I've provided. You may also wish to experiment with different timbres such as tasto (warm sound: right-hand near the fingerboard) and ponticello (bright sound: right-hand near the bridge). You can make similar changes to the sound by slightly adjusting the angle of the fingers on strings. - เพลง
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A great lesson. The concept of destination points in scales is very useful for my recorder study!
This a great video. Once you sort of get the hang of it, and like Dave says, you do it well, it makes you feel like you're making some progress. By far this is the best teacher for budding classical guitarist in the internet. I'm almost done with the first free book and am looking forward to buying the second one.
Hey, it's been a year, how did it go? Are you still playing? Did you get the second book or even more?
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These points are vital for me... I'll practise by considering all these technics furthermore. Thanks a lot!
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Thank you so much for this! This really helped me practice for my exam tomorrow. :)
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Thanks! I'll be updating these videos and releasing a new three part series on scales next week.
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A very useful lesson!
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Great lesson!
The book "Master Scales for guitar" by Juan Sorroche includes 27 rhythmic formulas for practicing scales.
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It is a really good lesson.
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Good method.
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Really!..lol..because so Am I. I was just saying it and don't tell me you are in Ottawa...lol..I'll start with the exercises tonight. Thanks again!
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Practice scales with the metronome always. Set at various speeds.
Thank you very much for this great explanation. I am currently working on your Method #1 book and starting to practice Scales at page 96 onward. I wonder if I have to memorize the name of all notes on each fret of the guitar while practicing the scale or here the emphasis is on understanding the pattern of movement? Or (possibly) both?
Well, both I suppose. However, if you just say the note names out loud as you play you'll probably memorize it pretty naturally and quickly.
Where to place right hand thumb, sees to vary , any set recommended rule for that?
I would argue that the best way to master a scale is to solo over it. If you solo over a scale it will become incredibly obvious where your weak points are. I am not a classical guitarist so i don't know the real aim of this specific scale pattern and why its important. I am a jazz guitarist and that's where my experience comes from. I do want to learn how to play classical guitar so i will be giving this a try! thanks!
ExperimentLife What does "solo over it" mean? I'm not familiar with this term.
I mean like, lets say you don't feel comfortable playing over an E minor7 flat 5. I would first look up the scale pattern for that particular chord. Then I would play around with that scale and come up with creative lines on the spot. Anyways, i'm not sure if you're just messing with me or not.
Hi, What's the make and model of your guitar, I noticed a top opening, which you sometimes close. Enjoying your tips,.
Here I'm playing a Dominelli guitar: www.thisisclassicalguitar.com/for-sale-2013-dominelli-classical-guitar/
Thanks a lot for the video! Quick question though, if I may. When practising scales, how much does thumb position matter? I tend to move my thumb as my i, m and a fingers ascend to mute the string below in case it gets caught, but I notice on many scales in this video you leave your thumb resting on the bottom e string. Is there a "correct" way? Thanks!
+Joseph Watson There is no correct way. Try looking at Wes Montgomery's thumb.
+Joseph Watson Resting your thumb in the right hand can offer a stable security (an anchor for the boat) which may prove useful when playing single line music with i, m, or a.
Is there any way you would recommend dealing with sympathetic vibrations on classical guitar, or are they simply ignored? When playing more contemporary styles, we typically train to dampen all strings we aren't currently using to eliminate any possibility of sympathetic string vibrating. However, I can't seem to find much information about this on classical guitar. Thoughts?
Ya, it's the same on classical but depends on the context. For a nice recording it's pretty important but on a big stage/hall less so.
May I ask. How long should one practice to be any good . do you think.? You are clearly the best instructor I've seen. I have learned such a lot from you. Many thanks. Respect.
A good teacher will tell you to focus more on how you practice instead of how long (quality over quantity). That aside, from my experience most need to practice anywhere from 15 minutes to 30 or an hour if you haven't been playing that long. If you've been playing awhile you'll be practicing anywhere from 2-4 hours to improve. Hope this helps.
That is a big help. Many thanks.
I agree: quality over quantity. Seriously though, a good teacher can save your years of practice by correcting bad habits before they begin. They can also guide you as to how to structure your practice sessions (also saves you time), and how much you should be practicing.
hey, practice everyday 8 hours a day and you'll get good. practice scales and chords
Amazing teacher ! Sir what kind of a guitar would you recommend for an intermediate player stepping into classical guitar pls ?
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What are the two foreign braces on your guitar? One black strip on the body and second one looking like a patch on the body close to neck?
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One is an Armrest: www.thisisclassicalguitar.com/armrests-for-classical-guitar/
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I have a question I cannot find an answer for I am playing through my major scales I have learned two positions so far but I noticed I'm confused about how to handle the 6th and 5th strings. when I play through the extended scales e.g. playing g major scale on starting on the 3rd fret 6th string I play up through the 2nd octave and the descend back to my root note, I have trouble using the I,m fingers on the 6th and 5th strings alternating. Can I use my thumb for these strings or is it better for me to use a free stroke alternating I/m?
Really depends on the context. If it's in a piece this will be decided based on the tempo you have to maintain. If on the slower side the thumb can probably play fast and legato enough to handle it. Fast tempos may require the fingers or even a thumb finger combo. For technique practice I would get used to i, m just so you have the technique available.
Ok thank you very much. I figured what was the worst that could happen and have been working on it for a couple days and already see much improvement. I was just curious as I want to be able to play scales quickly to do Bach type pieces which seem to have a lot of scale runs.
Is it ok to use the a finger for scale playing? I notice most classical technique books call out using i, m only.
Yes, later on it is very important to play with all combinations of alternating fingers.
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Thinking as a pianist…I like to use all fingers
Like when there are 3 notes on a string (high E, B, G strings) I use I, m, a….for low E A D I would use p, i, m (or m, I, p). Thanks.
How much string dampening is needed when playing scales? I see that you seem to be using thumb dampening on strings 5 and 6. Is anything else needed?
Depends on the level and context of the situation. For beginners and early intermediates I would not worry about it as there are plenty of other things to worry about. Just for practice, more advanced players might want to experiment with damping just so they can do it if needed in pieces.
Thank you for your reply, great video!
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If I get my hands on one I certainly will!
I see this was posted 5 years ago. I hope you can answer this question for me. I am an absolute novice, I'm 61 years old and have always regretted not learning an instrument. Can I learn classical guitar?
Yes, of course, go for it. Maybe try out my free method book: www.thisisclassicalguitar.com/free-classical-guitar-method-book-pdf/
@@Thisisclassicalguitar I've already downloaded that. Got my first guitar today. I will definitely be using your resources . Thanks.
*Do you encourage the Apoyando stroke?*
It really depends on the piece of music. Some pieces sound good or are technically suited to it where other are not.
This is Classical Guitar hi. I noticed you sometime anchor the thumb on the low e. I was thinking of doing that because floating the thumb down feels uncomfortable. I think I can get more power anchoring the thumb. Is this a good idea?
It keeps the right hand secure and still, "anchored" which offers stability and security. Especially for those with shaky hands. Not really for power since classical guitar doesn't require much strength but rather accuracy and directional energy.
it helped my confidence tremendously. free stroke is all floaty, which can add to a sense of flakiness
Can anyone explain what does Roman numerals mean in classical guitar scale????
If it's in a guitar score it likely means what position you are playing in (the fret number of where the 1st finger is played). However, in music theory it is used for analysis.
Thanks for your prompt response.Is it any way I could learn these positions on the guitar,do you have any method to suggest or can you provide a book??
Thanks
Can you play classical guitar with a pick?
Traditionally and currently classical guitar is played with the fingers. It mainly has to do with music we play which is written with the intention of using the fingers. But it has six strings so you can do anything.
If you play electric primarily with an interest in neoclassical could you augment your playing with classical guitar using the traditional method? Is it a worthy endeavor using your online lessons given the lack of classical instruction in my location?
You could, it won't hurt, however, you might also want to explore jazz methods which are pretty sophisticated these days.
I'm having trouble with speed whilst finger picking. Say for example I have to play "7--12--11--8--7" on the high e string; I cannot get the same speed as I would if I say assigned two fingers to one string. After the first finger plucks the second plucks again and vice versa.
In short; Is it okay to deviate from the one finger one string rule? and if so should I go about whatever way is most comfortable? Using the example above, I would just use my pinky finger then my ring finger
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you are better off practicing scales and solos which exist in a song