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Classical Guitar Resources at the Library
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Some featured items are linked via a cover to enable you to read more about the items, and listen or see track information.
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 The next tango : Astor Piazzolla in conversation and in concert, a film by José Montes-Baquer.The story of Astor Piazzolla, legendary creator of the 'Tango Nuevo.' The DVD is roughly divided between the concert and the interview, and the latter is peppered with staged music footage that illustrates what Piazzolla happens to be discussing at the moment. At around 45 minutes worth of music the listenener is left wanting more, although what makes this DVD are the interview segments which offer a glimpse into this maestro's thinking. |
DVDs
 | My life in music, by Julian Bream. This is more of a biographical approach, as the title indicates, than a straight concert recital. But there is no shortage of superb performances included. including a duet with John Williams, and a glimpse of Django Reinhardt.
Uses personal stories, archival music clips, rare still photos and new interpretations to weave an overview of a great musical innovator who influenced millions throughout his 70+ years. Recommended. |
 | Classical guitar : technique & musicianship. , taught by Frederic Hand. (2004) While commercial movies were quick to transfer to DVD format, the same can't be true of documentaries. So this disc is a welcome addition to our music instruction and study section. 75 minutes is about the right length to get value for money without feeling overwhelmed about all that you don't know. Learn the essentials of posture, relaxation, the correct application of the free stroke and rest stroke, and so on, for the proper approach, techniques and performance of classical guitar. |
 | Andres Segovia in portrait. (2005) This contains 2 documentaries made with Segovia towards the end of his life: "Andres Segovia at Los Olivos," (56 minutes) and "Song of the Guitar" (48 minutes). Both are reflective works where Segovia talks about his approach to life, music and playing. The viewer is treated to performances of works by Torroba, Granados, Bach, Tarrega, Albeniz, Scarlatti, Ponce and Rameau. |
BOOKS
All books about classical guitar are shelved at 785.35.
 | Classical guitar making : a modern approach to traditional design, by John S. Bogdanovich. (2007) O.K. Hands up how many people make their own guitars? This is a specialised book but a welcome addition to the shelves with its comprehensive instructions. Note that woodworking skills are assumed so this is not for the beginning to attempt. Luthier and guitarist Bogdanovich makes his love for the instrument clear. With its help and your perseverance, you could, indeed, make your own. |
 | Solo guitar playing. Book 1 by Frederick M Noad. (2003) "For years, the most popular classical guitar method ever published! There are exercises, practice studies, and self-tests, a survey of the guitar repertoire and numerous solo and ensemble compositions. Generously illustrated with photos, diagrams, and musical examples. Instruction, including graded exercises, practice studies, and a survey of the guitar repertoire. With CD." (Amazon)
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 | Play classical guitar, David Braid. (2001). Book and CD. This is an excellent instructional tutor beginning at the beginning with posture and positioning, and music theory. The main part of the book takes the reader through progressive technical exercises and excerpts from important repertoire, all accompanied by a CD to illustrate how they should be played. Well illustrated with diagrams. |
The classical guitar : its evolution and its players since 1800, by Maurice J. Summerfield. (1997).
Classical guitar companion, edited by Sue McCreadie. (1982).
The guitar : the history, the music, the players, by Allan Kozinn. (1984).
Magazine
Classical guitar (UK) (Library has issues from September 2003 on).
Aimed at players, teachers and listeners.
Devoted to the classical guitar, with some flamenco and lute coverage.
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Instrumental Guitar music |
CDs have the classification
Scores will be at the classification 781.25 and 781.259 which is found at the south end of the First Floor of the Central Library.
Here are some examples to start -
 | David Russell plays Bach. Contains: Prelude, fugue and allegro, BWV 998 -- Chorale prelude : Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme : BWV 645 -- Partita no. 2, BWV 1004 -- Suite no. 4 for lute, BWV 1006a -- Chorale prelude : Jesus bleibet meine Freude = Jesu, joy of man's desiring. A varied selection from this international artist. Also by David Russell Reflections of Spain : Spanish favorites for guitar (various composers). |
 | Guitar quintets, by Boccherini. Performed by Europa Galante. Written during Boccherini's stint as court composer in Madrid, these are "can't-miss" pieces. Europa Galante is a period performance band and treats the performance sympathetically. "This disc is everything you would hope for in a chamber music recording: excellent recorded sound; sharp, witty playing; and intriguing compositions" (Amazon customer) |
 | Virtuoso duets. Christopher Parkening, David Brandon, guitars. Composers included - by de Falla, Villa-Lobos, Granados, Ponce, J. S. Bach. |
 | My careless eyes : seguidillas and solos for guitar, by Fernando Sor. David Parsons accompanies Evelyn Tubb (soprano). Contents include excerpts from the 12 seguidillas, Moderato, op. 35, Variations on a theme by Paisiello : op. 16, Ye banks and braes o'bonnie doon : Fantasie on a Scottish air : op. 40, Variations on a theme by Mozart : op. 9, and Andantino, op. 6 no. 8.
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 | The lion in the lute : British guitar music. Miolin, Anders. Includes - Five bagatelles, by Sir William Walton; Elegy, by Alan Rawsthorne; Sonatina, op. 51 & Theme and variations, op. 77 by Sir Lennox Berkeley; The blue guitar, by Sir Michael Tippett; Nocturnal : op. 70, by Benjamin Britten. |
Similar scores:
The ultimate classical guitar album for solo guitar.
Contains works by Dowland, Albeniz, Falla, and Granados.
Classical studies for guitar, compiled and edited by Peter Paffgen.
Contains studies by Sor and Carcassi.
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Guitar Concertos |
Concerto CDs have the classification
Scores will also be at the classification 781.259 , except for full or study scores which are 782.77. Both are are found at the south end of the First Floor of the Central Library.
Here are some examples to start -
 | Guitar concertos by Rodrigo, Ponce, Boccherini. Performers: Andreas Segovia, with Symphony of the Air ; Enrique Jorda, conductor. Favorite works played by a master. Originally released 1958 (1st and 2nd works), 1961 (3rd work). In the 3rd work arrangement for guitar and orchestra transposed to E major by Gaspar Cassado. |
 | Baroque guitar concerti. Performer Note Gerald Garcia, guitar ; Camerata Cassovia ; Peter Breiner, conductor. Contents: Concerto no. 2 in E minor : 'Il favorito', op. 11, RV 277 ; Concerto in D minor, RV 540 ; Concerto in C major : "Mandoline", RV 425 ; Concerto in D major, RV 93, by Vivaldi -- Concerto in D minor, BWV 1052, by J.S. Bach. |
 | Concierto de Aranjuez ; Fantasia para un gentilhombre ; Canconeta ; Invocation et danse ; Trois petites pieces. by Joaquin Rodrigo. Performers: Pepe Romero, guitar (1st, 2nd, 4th and 5th works) ; Augustin Leon Ara, violin (2nd work) ; Academy of St Martin in the Fields ; Sir Neville Marriner, conductor. |
 | Choros 1-7, by Villa-Lobos. Choros no 1 is for guitar, played here by Carlos Oramas, with the Orquesta Filarmonica de Gran Canaria, Adrian Leaper, conductor. While not really a concerto, it is for guitar and orchestra. |
Chefs d'oeuvre de la guitare espagnole. Performers: Narciso Yepes, guitar ; Godelieve Monden (3rd work) ; Philharmonia Orchestra or Orchestre Symphonique de Londres or English Chamber Orchestra ; Garcia Navarro, conductor.
Contents: Fantaise pour un Gentilhomme ; Concerto d'Aranjuez ; Concerto Madrigal pour deux gutiares et orchestre, by Joaquin Rodrigo -- Concerto pour guitare et orchestre en re majeur, op. 99, by Mario Castelnuovo-Tedesco -- Concerto pour guitare et petit orchestre, by Heitor Willa-Lobos -- Concerto pour guitare, cordes et timbales en la majeur, op. 30, by Mauro Giuliani -- Pieces pour gitare seule. Recuerdos de la Alhambra ; Danza no. 1, by A. Ruiz Pipo ; Passapie, by S. Bacarisse ; Danza espanola no. 4 Villanesca, by E. Granados ; Romance, by Anonyme (tiree de "Jeux interdits".)
All Guitar Concertos CDs search held by Wellington City Libraries.
Similar scores:
Concierto de Aranjuez : para guitarra y orquesta = fur Gitarre und Orchester = for guitar, by Joaquin Rodrigo.
Arranged for guitar and piano.
Concierto para una fiesta: para guitarra y orquesta = fur Gitarre und Orchester = for guitar, by Joaquin Rodrigo.
Arranged for guitar and piano.
Selected Classical Guitar Web-site links
The Classical guitar illustrated history. Introductory pages tracing the history of the classical guitar from the Ancient Near East, to today. Also includes performers.Classical Guitar Composers List The purpose of this list is to provide a succinct reference to composers who have composed at least one published original music for, or being transcribed for, solo classical guitar.
The "Total Classical Guitar Method" is a free on-line lesson programme for beginning guitarists.
Classical guitar Midi archive As the name suggests this contains an abundance of midi format links - for one and more guitars.
Classical Guitar Score archive The internet has revolutionised publishing and access. As well as out of copyright works (e.g. Bach), the site owners explains his philosophy "a place for musicians to publish their works like compositions and arrangements in the public domain (without copyrights).... the goal of it is to create a free guitar library for a sake of all musicians - professionals, amateurs and enthusiasts.
International Guitar Research Archives Formed from the Vahdah Olcott-Bickford Collection this classical guitar archive is now housed as part of California State University. One of the strengths of this web-site is its extensive Biography index.
MyLibrary classical music recent arrivals in the collection.
