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The Seville Concert: John Williams 2 hour DVD $39.95 One of the world's most accomplished classical guitarists, John Williams, plays a variety of his favorite classical and flamenco pieces in this concert, recorded during a recital with the Orquesta Sinfonica de Sevilla, under the direction of Jose Buenagu. Selections include: In addition, this DVD includes a documentary on Williams' life and career, which includes performances with Andres Segovia and Paco Pena. Developing Classical Guitar Technique DVD Denis Azabagic $24.95 1 hour 15 min. In this instructional DVD Denis Azabagic offers technical and interpretive tips on performing two of the most famous pieces in the classical guitar repertoire: La Catedral by Agustín Barrios Mangoré and Introduction and Variations on a Theme by Mozart, Opus 9 by Fernando Sor. On a Denis Azabagic $24.95 50 min. In this 50 minute performance DVD, Denis Azabagic performs compositions representative of the guitar repertoire from the days of its predecessor, the Spanish vihuela, to the present. Azabagic is one of the most compelliing classical guitarists on the international concert circuit today. He performs concerts around the globe, maintaining a balance between his solo recitals, chamber music with the Cavatina Duo, and engagements as a soloist with orchestras. Carlos Perez $24.95 1 hr. 15 min. Acclaimed Chilean guitarist Carlos Perez performs music from the renaissance to contemporary era, including his captivating arrangements on time-honored Chilean pieces by Dowland, Bach, Mertz, Barrios and Brouwer. This enchanting recital was recorded at the historic Parish of Saint Filomena in Santiago de Chile. Duration 75 min. Assad Family DVD 1 hr 47 min. $39.95 EGBERTO GISMONTI: Baião malandro; PAULO BELLINATI: Baião de gude; LUIZ GONZAGA & HUMBERTO TEIXEIRA: Asa branca; VITAL FARIAS: Ai que saudade d’ocê; BADI ASSAD & JEFF YOUNG: The Being Between; CAETANO VELOSO: Jóia; GILBERTO GIL: Oriente; CHICO BUARQUE & CRISTOVÃO BASTOS: Todo o sentimento; CLARICE ASSAD: Ondas; Ad lib; EDU LOBO: Casa forte; RODRIGO ASSAD: Ápice; LENINE & DUDU FALCÃO: O silêncio das estrelas; SERGIO ASSAD & BADI ASSAD: Seu Jorge e Dona Ica; CARTOLA: As rosas não falam; JACOB DO BANDOLIM: Doce de coco; TITO MADI: Chove lá for a; SINHÔ: Gosto que me enrosco/Jura; PIXINGUINHA & OTÁVIO DE SOUZA: Rosa; MEDLEY OF SAMBAS – PIXINGUINHA: Lamentos; BADEN POWELL & PAULO CÉSAR PINHEIRO: Cai dentro; LUPICÍNIO RODRIGUES: Se acaso você chegasse; JOÃO BOSCO & ALDIR BLANC: Linha de passe; CHICO BUARQUE: Morena de Angola; ALVAIADE: O que vier eu traço Paulo Bellinati Brazilian Guitar Virtuoso DVD $24.95 ---45 minutes Paulo Bellinati is recognized as one of Brazil's top contemporary guitarists. He offers his audiences a varied program of rhythmically and harmonically sophisticated original pieces plus tasteful arrangements of Brazilian folk melodies. Inspired by Brazil's rich tradition of dance forms and rhythms, Bellinati has applied modern compositional concepts and harmonies to create an exciting, truly unique repertoire. In this Mel Bay Artist Series Bellinati performs ten exquisite original compositions: Aristocratica, Alvoroco, Choro Sapeca, Rosto Colado, Um Amor de Valsa, Emboscada, Embaixador, Sai do Chao, Pulo do Gato, and Jongo. The Rodrigo Collection CD and DVD $29.95 Joaquin Rodrigo wrote the most frequently performed Guitar Concierto: Concierto de Aranjuez. It was dedicated to Regino Sainz de la Maza. This DVD is an insight into this great composer. The pieces are performed by Los Romeros. CD CONTENTS: Concierto madrigal: 1. Fanfare: Allegro marziale Fantasia para un gentilhombre: 11. I. Villano y Ricercare: Adagietto-Andante moderato Concierto andaluz: 15. Tiempo de bolero SHADOWS AND LIGHT DVD Duration 1 hour 36 minutes 1. Titles
Manuel Barrueco A Gift and a Life DVD 1 Hour duration $31.95 A new documentary on internationally acclaimed concert and recording artist, Manuel Barrueco. Photographed with four cameras and recorded with exquisite sound, Manuel Barrueco's 2004 solo recital in Peabody's Friedberg Hall is featured throughout the film. With: Placido Domingo, David Russell, Sergio and Odair Assad, David Tanenbaum, Eliot Fisk, and Al Di Meola. Maestro Barrueco performs music by: Bach, Scarlatti, Albeniz, Granados, Villa-Lobos, Lecuona, Rodrigo, Sierra, Assad, Corea, Di Meola, and Lennon/McCartney. 63 minutes duration Ana Vidovic is an extraordinary talent with formidable gifts taking her place amongst the elite guitarists of the world today. Her performance includes her favorite pieces by Bach, Torroba, Ponce, Paganini and Walton. Ana played for the South Bay Guitar Society in early 2006 and knocked the crowd out. The selections are: First Violin Sonata, BWV 1001--J.S. Bach, arranged by Manuel Barrueco Five Bagatelles--William Walton Grande Sonata--Niccolo Paganini Sonatina--Federico-Moreno Torroba Sonatina Meridional--Manuel Ponce Segovia and his Contemporaries Vol. 10 --2 CD and DVD set $59.95 This DVD of extremely rare television appearances, incluiding performances and interviews, was made in 1957 (this 1957 film includes 3 pieces by Flamenco Guitarist, Carlos Montoya and the remaining titles by José Rey de la Torre) and 1962 by José Rey de la Torre. DVD 1957: The guitar used by José Rey de la Torre on this film is the last Francisco Simplicio made in 1932, in Barcelona. The guitar used by Carlos Montoya was constructed by Marcelo Barbero. José Rey de la Torre: Variations on a Theme from the Magic Flute (Sor);
Andrés Segovia in Portrait DVD 3 hrs. 16 min. $39.95 This portrait celebrates the extraordinary quest of Andrés Segovia, the Andalusian par excellence who, in his childhood, fell in love with the sounds of the Spanish guitar and within 20 years had elevated it from the status of a folk instrument to the highest levels of the international concert platform. His achievement is among the marvels of Western music. The two very different Christopher Nupen films on this DVD are "Segovia at Los Olivos", shot in Segovia's new home on the Costa del Sol in Andalucia in 1967, when he was 75, and thought by Segovia to be the best thing he ever did for television, and the prize-winning Andrés Segovia: "The Song of the Guitar", filmed in Granada and the Palaces of the Alhambra in 1976 when the Grand Master was 84. ANDRES SEGOVIA: THE SONG OF THE GUITAR won the Prix du Public at the Besancon Festival in 1977. The maestro plays the works of: Albeniz, Isaac / Bach, Johann Sebastian / Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Mario / Granados, Enrique / Rameau, Jean-Philippe / Scarlatti, Domenico / Sor, Fernando / Tarrega, Francisco and Moreno-Torroba, Federico. Andrés Segovia Masterclass Volumes 1-4 DVDs $29.95 each. Volume 1 of the Segovia Masterclass Series features student performers Aldo Minella and Luis Rodrigo performing Castelnuovo-Tedesco's Concerto in D major and Tarantella. Volume 2 of the Segovia Masterclass Series features student performer Brigite Zaczeck performing: Bach: Partita No. 2 in D Minor (Chaconne) Volume 3 of the Segovia Masterclass Series features student performers Miguel Barbera and Michael Lorimer performing: Weiss: Gigue; Dowland: Allemande; Albeniz: Zambra Granadina Volume 4 of the Segovia Masterclass Series features student performers Oscar Ghiglia, Miguel Barbera, and Richard Johnson performing: Frescobaldi: Air and Variations; Bach: Cello Sonata No. 1 (Prelude); Turina: Fandanguillo; Dowland: Allemande; Bach: Prelude. B&W 1950's 60 minutes $29.95 This historic film contains performances by three legends in the world of music. In this rare footage we can once again enjoy the beauty of the art which is their legacy. ANDRES SEGOVIA The great guitarist permits the audience into the seclusion of his Paris studio. Traditional and Contemporary numbers include: Prelude (Bach), Theme and Variations (Sor), Sonatina (Torroba), Spanish Song (Traditional)
Annotations for the History of the Classical Guitar in Argentina 1822-2000 DVD $39.95 This new 2 hour DVD is divided into 24 sections.
Take a journey to the "World Center of Classical Guitar Activity". Buenos Aires had 5,000 classical guitarists in 1930 & not less than 80 maestros publishing sheet music daily for the aficionados of the classical guitar. This video is receiving rave reviews: "This video has extraordinary content" "I watched your video last night. I really enjoyed your lecture, the pictures, music and memorabilia were marvellous. You have made me aware thru your knowledgeable lecture of fine guitarists (like Lalyta Almiron) that I have never heard of. I look forward to seeing your book published." "There is too much information on this DVD." Ron Fernandez, Phd. of Fernandez Music. LAGQ Live DVD 97 minutes $29.95 The Grammy Award winning Los Angeles Guitar Quartet (LAGQ) recorded a live concert at the world-famous Sheldon Concert Hall in St. Louis, Missouri on March 20, 2005. This DVD features many of their concert favorites including Pachelbel's Loose Canon, Gongan, La Fiesta de la Tirana/Tarantella and the highly requested Nutcracker Suite. This concert also features the LAGQ's only recording of Hungarian Rhapsody #2 by Liszt. Filmed in widescreen, this DVD offers an unforgettable concert from four of the world's best guitar players. Special features include interviews, and a look behind the scenes of their forthcoming CD. This DVD is a must-have for the serious LAGQ fan! Julian Bream: My Life in Music 3 Hour DVD Back in Print Subtitles: NTSC Version: in English and Japanese. In his 70th year Julian Bream tells his remarkable story with contributions from John Williams, Peter Pears, Igor Stravinsky, William Walton, George Malcolm, Richard Rodney Bennett and The Julian Bream Consort. Illustrated with over an hour of complete musical performance. Julian Bream !Guitarra! DVD A Musical Journey through Spain One DVD 4 hours $39.95 Julian Bream is celebrated as one of the world's leading classical guitarists. He is featured in these 7 thirty minute long films, shot completely on location in Spain. The programs trace the evolution of the guitar from the 1500's to the present day. Julian Bream asked his long time friend, luthier Jose Romanillos, to make him a vihuela and Baroque Spanish guitar, on which he performs for the first time publicly. In episode 4, he is joined by Flamenco guitarist, Paco Peña, who talks with Bream about its origins and meaning. This DVD has a new chapter that was not a part of the initial videotape release. It is the addition of the Joaquin Rodrigo's "Concierto de Aranjuez" with Guitar Foundation of America Int'l Guitar Competition Winner DVD $24.95 1 hour and 49 min. duration This DVD compilation presents five members of the elite GFA Winners Circle performing both well-known and lesser-known examples of the classic guitar repertoire.
Terrence Farrell DVD "Musical Postcards" and In Concert. 48 minutes $19.95. I've known this great artist for 15 years. He bought the Marcelo Barbero Flamenco Guitar he uses from Fine Fretted String Instruments in April 1991. He also uses an early 1970's Ignacio Fleta Classical Guitar in this DVD as well. Starobin Plays Sor and Giuliani DVD $24.95 David Strobin performs 19 pieces by the 19th century's greatest guitarist/composers; Fernando Sor and Mauro Giuliani. Featured are rarities including Giuliani's Tarantella and Sor's Galop. Starobin performs these works on a 1923 Herman Hauser guitar, a guitar patterned after 19th century Viennese design. National Public Radio recently called Starobin "More than a virtuoso, Starobin is a champion for musical truth." Classical Guitar Performance DVD by Carlos Bonell $39.95 1 hour 15 minutes In this fully interactive DVD, one of the world's leading classical guitarists, Carlos Bonell, performs 1 hour of the most recognized and loved pieces from the classical guitar repertoire. Interactive menus allow you to view the performance by choosing to watch right hand or left hand in addition to the performance by choosing to watch right hand or left hand in addition to the main footage, which allows a close-up perspective of the techniques employed! Carlos also gives a unique insight into his approach towards interpretation and performance of the pieces in both English and Spanish, as well as some advice on the techniques required to play each piece. Los Romeros DVD-The Royal Family of the Guitar 1 hour 12 minutes $34.95, Just released 8 / 1 / 04. It contains 17 minutes of new footage, not found on the VHS video version initally released. The Special added features are: Malagueñas-by Celedonio Romero Concerto Andaluz composed by Jaoguin Rodigo Few men have done as much to spread the music of the Spanish guitar as the late Celedonio Romero, whose love for the instrument spanned its modern history. This documentary video tells the inspiring story of how Romero, a noted guitar virtuoso and gifted composer from Malaga, Spain braved civil war and artistic oppression to become the patriarch of a family of brilliant guitar soloists, and the creator of the world's first guitar quartet. Through captivating interviews with family and friends, with evocative music-from Bach to de Falla and Rodrigo-and archival footage, the one hour twelve minute documentary chronicles the romance of Celedonio and Angelita Romero, the family's flight from Franco's Spain, their auspicious arrival on American soil in 1957 and the birth of the quartet three years later. With inimitable grace and gorgeous music, Los Romeros: The Royal Family of the Guitar provides insight into the colorful history of the classical guitar through the life and times of one of the premiere families in music. From the Romeros' first appearance on the Ed Sullivan Show to the momentous occasion of their knighthood, Los Romeros takes viewers on an intimate musical journey that attests to the family's enduring love affair with the guitar. The Segovia Style Classical Guitar of the Maestro DVD by Eliot Fisk Festival of Music, Vol 2 DVD $39.95 Historic telecast of December 10, 1956, hosted by José Ferrer. Starring Victoria de los Angeles, Barry Morell, Marian Anderson, Arthur Rubinstein, Andrés Segovia, Boris Christoff, Alfred Wallenstein. Composers: Rachmaninov, Bach, Torroba, 89 min. Andrés Segovia plays pieces by Bach and Torroba. The Glory of Spain DVD starring Alicia de la Larrocha (piano), Victoria de los Angeles (soprano) and Andrés Segovia (Guitar). 54 minutes in Color filmed in 1967 in the Prado Museum in Madrid $29.95. In the beautiful Prado Museum in Madrid, the host, Andrés Segovia, takes us on a tour of the famous building. Also seen is the native Spanish art form of Flamenco. Singer Roque Montoya is assisted by the Coros y Danzas de España. Five-Finger Technique for the Right-Hand by Charles Postlewate DVD $24.95 This two-hour DVD is a presentation of the 19-year project by Charles Postlewate on extending right hand technique for guitar to include the little finger. PART I presents this technique in actual repertoire, including standard guitar repertoire (by Barrios, Sor, Torroba and Villa-Lobos), new arrangements & transcriptions and original compositions. It features complete performances of twelve pieces recorded on Postlewate's Homage to Villa-Lobos CD and published by Mel Bay Publications in the book by the same name. Each performance is introduced by Postlewate with explanations and demonstrations of how and where the little finger is used in the execution of scales, chords, arpeggios, tremolos and harmonics, with close-up shots of the right hand. Frederic Hand Technique & Musicianship DVD 75 MIN. $29.95 The DVD lesson Frederic Hand has made for Homespun should be of interest to all guitarists who want to discover their "natural dexterity" for speed, tone and effortless technique! Beginning and advanced guitarists alike will benefit from his exploration into the fundamental principles of classical guitar. Includes in-depth analysis of beautiful pieces: John Dowland's Lady Hunnsden's Puffe, a dance by Gaspar Sanz, and two of Hand's own compositions. 75 MIN. DVD INCLUDES MUSIC + TABLATURE LEVEL 2-5 Frederic Hand Seven Pieces DVD 75 MIN. $29.95 Frederic Hand, one of the world's top players, brings the beauty and romance of the classical guitar to any player who has a familiarity with the fingerboard and some basic classical technique. He teaches seven well-known and beloved student pieces, demonstrating correct technique and other invaluable pointers. Includes three Italian lute pieces (Vaghe Belleze, Bianco Fiore and Danza), plus Bach's Sarabande, Sor's Study in B Minor, Tarrega's Adelita and Fred Hand's own distinguished arrangement of the traditional Shaker hymn Simple Gifts. 75 MIN. INCLUDES STANDARD NOTATION MUSIC LEVEL 3 Aaron Shearer A Life With The Guitar DVD 55 min. $29.95 A documentary celebrating the life and work of Aaron Shearer - the most influential classic guitar author and teacher of the 20th Century, featuring Mr. Shearer's former student, Manuel Barrueco. Aaron Shearer's extraordinary life is told while being honored as a guest at Manuel Barrueco's guitar master class. Many of the finest guitarists of our time offer insights into Mr. Shearer's contributions to the study and performance of the classic guitar. Enjoy performances of Bach, Vivaldi, Tarroba, Barrios, Villa-Lobos, and Brouwer. In a private recital for the class, Maestro Barrueco performs Scarlatti, Nazareth and Rodrigo. Guitar Nights The Four Martins DVD 12 pieces 90 minutes $29.95. There are interviews with all four guitarists, a guitar lesson with Martin Taylor (he performed with the late Stephane Grapelli-Django Reinhardt's Hot Club violin partner), biographies and a photo gallery. Juan Martin Flamenco Guitarist Martin Simpson Guitarist Martin Carthy Guitarist Martin Taylor Guitarist
"Rito y Geografia del Toque DVD" "Archivo Flamenco" Series- direct from Spain (Solo Flamenco Guitar) $169.95 This set has 4 DVDs with a total of 7 hours 21 minutes hours running time and a booklet that translates all of the off camera comments and interviews with the artists: into English, French and Spanish, 30 pages each language. The footage is from Spanish TV from 1964-1982, except for the homage of Sabicas, which is from 1990, when he passed away. Every star you can think of is included: Classical Guitar Anthology 2 hrs $29.95 Take advantage of this DVD, because some of the great performances are out of print in the VHS format. This classic guitar DVD anthology has performances by some of the world's best players. Pieces and performances include Carlos Barbosa - Lima: Mi Bossa Blue and Embers, Castellani-Andraccio Duo: Sonata in D Minor, Nikita Koshkin: Cambridge Suite, Ronn McFarlane, Jorge Morel, Newman - Oltman Duo: Prelude, Judicael Perroy: BWV 997, Andrew York: Marley's Ghost, Fabio Zannon: Appassionata, and more. Andrew York - Contemporary Classic Guitar 40 minutes $19.95 In this DVD, classic guitarist Andrew York, member of the renowned Los Angeles Guitar Quartet, showcases his compositional and solo guitar performance skills. Andrew plays eight compositions that include seven original works for guitar reflecting an incredibly rich and eclectic assortment of moods and temperaments. A special feature of this video is Andrew York's comment and performance notes concerning each guitar solo. Included are the following Andrew York compositions: Marley's Ghost, In Sorrow's Wake, Bagatelle, Sunday Morning Overcast, King Lotvin, Numen, and Sunburst / Jubilation. Also included is Andrew York's splendid performance of the gigue from the Third Cello Suite in C Major by J. S. Bach. Pumping Nylon DVD and Book by Scott Tennant 1 hr. 57 min. $49.95 Scott Tennant's best-selling book is brought to life in this classical guitarist's technique workout video on DVD. Includes the famous Pumping Nylon daily warm-up routine and covers important subject such as nail shape and care, arpeggios and tremolo. Music examples are shown right on the screen, and close-ups of hands and split screens make every concept easy to understand. This is a must-have video for every classical guitarist. Running time: 1 hour 57 minutes. This package includes the book: Pumping Nylon by Scott Tennant The Classical Guitarist's Technique Handbook 95 pgs. ($11.95 value.) See link for more details. Douglas Niedt - American Virtuoso DVD $24.95 54 min. duration Douglas Niedt began his study of the guitar at age 7 and polished his playing to gem-like brilliance through his studies at the Julliard School, the Segovia Master Classes in Spain and with Narcisco Yepes, Christopher Parkening, Jorge Morel and Oscar Ghiglia.
Paulo Bellinati plays Antonio Carlos Jobim DVD $24.95 12 pieces 46 minutes This veteran composer has taken on a project to perform 12 songs by the most well known pianist & composer of Brazil: Carlos Barbosa Lima Favorite Solos DVD $29.95 In this outstanding video recital, Brazilian concert guitarist Carlos Barbosa-Lima takes the listener on a musical journey through Brazil, The Caribbean, North America, and the Hawaiian Islands, including works by European masters from France and Spain. Maestro Barbosa-Lima displays the stunning musicality, arranging skills, and refined technique that have drawn applause from sold-out concert halls the world over. Program: Sons de Carrihoes (Joao Pernambuco); Odeon (Ernesto Nazareth); Sambolero (Luiz Bonfa); Cochichanda (Alfredo Vianna); Aquarela do Brasil (Ary Barroso); Adios (Enric Madriquera); La Comparsa (Ernesto Lecuona); Fantasy of a Hawaiian Lullaby "Pupu Hinu Hinu" (N. Beamer arr. by Dr. Byron Yasui); St. Louis Blues (W. C. Handy, arr. J. Griggs/Barbosa-Lima); Two Ladies: One Old, One New (Bobby Scott); La Alborada (Francisco Tarrega); La Mariposa (Francisco Tarrega); Golliwogg's Cakewalk (Claude Debussy); I Got Rhythm (George Gershwin); Las Abejas (Agustin Barrios); Ja-Da (trad. arr. J.Griggs /Barbosa- Lima); and Seis Milongas from Suite Antillana (Ernesto Cordero). Many of these selections were arranged by Carlos Barbosa-Lima and include unusual techniques such as double harmonics and Hawaiian slack-key effects. Martha Masters GFA Winner 2000 DVD 51 minutes $19.95 Martha Masters played these pieces when she performed for the South Gay Guitar Society in San Jose, CA. on the GFA winner's tour The audience loved her playing. She plays Scarlatti, Barrios, Cordero and others. Masters of Flamenco DVD 50 minutes B&W $29.95 The excitement of flamenco dance is the result of years of arduous training. Difficult to master, and requiring the talents as well of specially trained guitarists and singers, it is not for the amateur or the faint of heart. This DVD brings together performances for some of the great artists that thrilled audiences in the mid 1960's. The guitarists featured on this DVD are: Adonis Puertas and Pedro Cortez.
Gypsy Heart Starring: Carmen & Omayra Amaya 50 min. DVD $29.95 The story of Omayra Amaya's unusual life as a flamenco dancer in Boston. The program is a tribute to her struggle to keep a fiery dance form burning in this chilly New England city. Also included is dazzling historical film footage of Amaya's great aunt, the legendary Carmen Amaya, considered one of the greatest flamenco dancers of all time, as well as rare archival footage of Gypsies flamenco dancing in Spain. Paco Peña's Misa Flamenco DVD 52 min. $29.95 Paco Peña's original concept for this stunning Flamenco Mass sprang from the desire to unite the Catholic perception of the religious Mass to the Flamenco musical tradition. This unique combination of the religious Mass and Flamenco singing and dancing achieve a very moving experience for both the performers and the viewers. Sabicas: King of the Flamenco Guitar - DVD 37 minutes $19.95 Personal Note: Randy Osborne-the owner of Fine Fretted String Instruments is the voice that made this DVD possible. I pleaded with the copyright owner to not let this performance go out of print as a VHS video, but to change the format to DVD, so that it could be welcomed in today's market. I'm very proud to have done this. (4 /12/05) The selections are: Malagueña (Sabicas) Here Sabicas uses his José Ramirez Flamenco Guitar with pegs to dazzle the audience. This was filmed in Los Angeles in 1969, the B & W clip is from 1966. The "Zapateado en Ré" by Sabicas from the Sabicas: King of the Flamenco Guitar - DVD $12.00 arranged by Jared Walker in Standard Notation and Tablature is also available. Guillermo Rios' "Mastery of Flamenco Guitar Series" DVDs $39.95 each Juan Maya "Marote" (1972-1974), Sabicas (1975-1978) & Pepe Habichuela (1979-1984). Guillermo Rios is one of the few world class Flamenco Guitarists who has studied with the Spanish masters in the Golden Era of the 1970's. He is also probably the only guitarist to play a Solea in other keys than E and A (Solea por Buleria). This invaluable attribute is to be found on Volume II. You truly can learn everything from him. There is such a proliferation of Flamenco guitar instructional material available today, that distributors, in many cases, are offering new arrivals that are quoting American and Brazilian guitarists as their maestros (ex. Aaron Gilmartin). "No hay nada que ver con la musica Flamenca" - that's Spanish for "That has nothing to do with Flamenco music". What have wise customers been saying about Guillermo's videos for years? (These initally appeared for sale in 1992-1996.) The most frequent comment is invariably: "These lessons are taught at a slow enough speed that I can learn from them better than others that are closer to concert performance speed". (ex. Juan Serrano, etc. instructional videos-these may be more suited for intermediate to professional players due to their speed.) For 2 years now Randy Osborne, the owner of Fine Fretted String Instruments, has been the International distributor of Guillermo Rios' Flamenco Guitar instructional videos. Guillermo purchased his 1965 Miguel Rodriguez and his 1967 Manuel de la Chica Flamenco guitars at FFSI. Volumes I - III are available in DVD format. (5 / 18 / 05). Far an exceptional CD by this great artist see:Soul of Spain Cante Flamenco Paso a Paso I DVD, por Merenquito (Antonio Izquierdo) 1 hour DVD $39.95 The songs step by step: beats, timing, words, intonation, variations depending on their geographical origin, history, etc. The styles taught are: Alegrias, Tangos de Extremadura, Tonas and La Caña. Access to three image set ups: the whole group, only the singer and only the guitar: All display the beats and the chords of guitar on the screen. There is also the possibility of reducing the volume of the singer or the guitar so that you can practice with the group. Learning how to play the Flamenco Cajon by Guillermo McGill In this DVD you will find everything related to the cajon, it's rudiments, basic sounds, technique and it's application in flamenco music. Five cameras record the whole process, for the first time there will be shown all the details related to the cajon and it's music. The DVD further includes a detailed explanation on the rhythmical structure of the different styles of flamenco, a short history of the cajon and a description of the way it is constructed; further a chapter dealing with other instruments of percussion used in flamenco, like the Darbuka or the battery. It includes a booklet with exercises and explanations about the contents of the DVD. The DVD is full compatible with all countries (PAL and NTSC). Five languages included Spanish, English, French, German and Japanese. Practice the Flamenco Cajon by Guillermo McGill Access to two different set ups: one with all musicians, the other focussed on the cajon, showing it being played from different angles. Also here the volume can be reduced, so the student can play on his own over the music. The DVD is full compatible with all countries (PAL and NTSC). Five languages included Spanish, English, French, German and Japanese. LEARN TO PLAY FLAMENCO GUITAR Two-DVD Set by Aaron Gilmartin $49.95 Aaron Gilmartin's intro to flamenco will get anyone started playing this passionate and exciting music. Along with flamenco history and terminology, Aaron teaches four of the most important forms: Tangos and Alegrias (on DVD 1) and Bulerias and Soleares (on DVD 2) along with the strumming and picking techniques that make flamenco so exciting to players and listeners alike. 3-1/2 HOURS TOTAL INCLUDES MUSIC + TAB Victor Monje "Serranito" in Concert DVD $39.95 Along with Serranito in this video of Flamenco Guitar music are: Miguel Rivera-2nd guitar, Julian Vaquero-2nd guitar & bass, Victor Monje Barrios-Percussion The notes are in English, Spanish, French & Japanese. This 176-page book/DVD package includes six full-length contemporary Flamenco guitar compositions by Ioannis Anastassakis, MA, best-selling Mel Bay author of the Art of Rasgueado and one of the few people to have obtained a Graduate Degree in Flamenco Guitar. Selections include: Veridiana (Rumba Flamenca) Angelika (Granadinas) Maestro Serrano (Tangos) as well as 3 more solos based on the Flamenco forms of the: Farucca, Soleares Malaguena Presented in standard notation and tablature, with extensive performance notes for each selection. Juan Martin Plays Flamenco Solos 57 minutes of music and 35 minutes of a travelogue to places in Spain where the songs originated. Juan Martin Flamenco Solos Vol. 2 book & CD, DVD $47.95 This second volume, of a two-part series, contains a book, CD and DVD by internationally recognized flamenco guitarist, Juan Martin. Provided are more than 21 solos, progressively graded in the three higher grades, 6 to 8, to suit players at intermediate and more advanced stages, who already have some experience of the instrument and techniques of flamenco. The music for all these is accurately written in notation and flamenco tab (cifra) and (except for the two final solos) is also included on the companion CD. The DVD contains over 60 minutes of music. All text is provided in both English and Spanish. The Step by Step in DVD series by Oscar Herrero is now available. Flamenco Guitar Step by Step DVD Vol. 1 Vol. 1 by Oscar Herrero $39.95 Flamenco Guitar Step by Step DVD Vol. 2 by Oscar Herrero $39.95 The advanced course with alzapua technique (down-up thumb motion) and 5 note tremelo.The Tarantas, Alegrias and Bulerias styles are covered. Flamenco Guitar Step by Step DVD Vol. 3 by Oscar Herrero 90 minutes $39.95 The long awaited 3rd video has now been released. After playing a Sevillanas, Oscar shows exercises to develop right and left hand techniques. These techniques are accompanied by extensions, legatos, chord changes, little finger practice & arpeggios. La Soleá I-Step by Step No. 4 La Soleá II Step by Step No. 5 Acompañamiento Al Cante For Soleá Step by Step No. 6 Alegrias I Step by Step No. 7 Alegrias II Step by Step No. 8 Acompañamiento al cante "por Alegrias" Step by Step No. 9 Juan Serrano Flamenco Guitar DVD 60 min. $29.95 Juan Serrano The Flamenco Tradition DVD $49.95 In this 3 hour plus long DVD, world-renowned flamenco guitar soloist, Juan Serrano, teaches the variety of basic flamenco song forms: Siguiriyas, Soleares, Tangos, and Fandangos. Serranas, Saeta, Verdiales, Tarantas & Taranto, Tientos, Farucca & Rumba along with a historical perspective, the branches of the Soleares: Romeras, La Caña & El Polo. Also included are Alegrias por Arriba, Bulerias por Medio, Bulerias en La menor. The Art of Accompanying Flamenco Dance DVD by Juan Serrano featuring Andrea Sanchez. Maestro Juan Serrano along with the talented Andrea Sanchez display the interaction of the guitarist following the dancer in Sevillanas, Farruca, Tangos, Romeras, Alegrias, Zapateado & Bulerias. A sophisticated 3-camera technique reveals all the aspects of this artistic relationship. 37 min. $19.95. Now available 10 / 10 / 07 Gypsy Heart DVD Starring: Carmen & Omayra Amaya 50 min. $29.95 The story of Omayra Amaya's unusual life as a flamenco dancer in Boston. The program is a tribute to her struggle to keep a fiery dance form burning in this chilly New England city. Also included is dazzling historical film footage of Amaya's great aunt, the legendary Carmen Amaya, considered one of the greatest flamenco dancers of all time, as well as rare archival footage of Gypsies flamenco dancing in Spain. The theme music is played by Flamenco Guitarist Jose Valle (Chuscales) Noches en Casa Patas - Furia Maya 73 minutes DVD $35.95 Live show recorded at the Casa Patas tablao, where the mystery of duende, the magic of flamenco and the charm of this art flow undisputedly in a gripping show in which each one of its components displays his purity and power on stage. The cast includes Juan Andres Maya, Pepa Carrasco and Ivan Vargas. Noches en Casa Patas - Puro Gayardo 50 minutes $34.95
The cast includes Mari Paz Lucena and Miguel Tellez. Noches en Casa Patas - Sueña Flamenco 50 minutes $34.95 The cast includes: Suroma, Susi Parra, Rosana Romero & Mara Martinez. |
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