By
Agustín Barrios
Agustín Barrios Mangoré's "La Catedral" is a celebrated masterpiece of the classical guitar repertoire. Barrios, a Paraguayan guitarist and composer from the early 20th century, created this composition as a tribute to his visit to a cathedral. The piece consists of three movements, each with its unique character, showcasing Barrios' remarkable compositional skills and his ability to convey a wide range of emotions through the guitar.
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by:
Tal Hurwitz
One of the most important pieces in the entire classical guitar repertoire, “La Catedral” by Agustín Barrios, is sure to leave you challenged and inspired. In this lesson, Tal Hurwitz provides a general overview of the tempo and right-hand fingerings that work best. He then works systematically through each movement, sharing his technical and stylistic preferences. There is no shortage of brilliant insight, from the nature of interpretation itself to mitigating fear. Hurwitz emphasizes the importance of balance, legato, and ease of execution. By the end of this series of lessons, you’ll have the tools you need to tackle one of the core pillars of the classical guitar repertoire.
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