The Spanish Classical Guitar Piece Everyone Should Know
Scot Taber Guitarist
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If you play classical or nylon string guitar, Francisco Tárrega’s Adelita is one of those pieces you MUST know! In this lesson, I’ll walk you through the way I approach this piece and my fingerings, show you how to handle the ornaments and tricky passages, and help you bring out the beautiful melody that makes this short Spanish guitar classic so special.
Get the TÁRREGA STUDY PACK: a collection of tabs and scrolling play-alongs with SEVEN of Tarrega's Spanish classical guitar pieces for study ranging from early intermediate to advanced ▶ https://www.theversatileguitarist.com...
After you have watched the tutorial, play along to Adelita to a metronome here ▶ Tárrega's Most Recognizable Miniature | Ad...
As mentioned at the end of this video, my free guitar workshop will get you playing Spanish guitar the right way. Signup here ▶ https://www.theversatileguitarist.com...
Chapters:
0:00-0:22 Introduction – Adelita by Francisco Tárrega
0:23-1:50 Form, Chords & a Little Music Theory
1:51-4:30 A Section – Opening Phrase & Pinky Pull-Offs
4:32-5:34 Keeping the Melody Ringing
5:35-9:18 Grace Notes, Slurs & Easier Alternatives
9:19-11:01 Slides, Fingerings & Finishing the A Section
11:02-12:32 The Waltz Rhythm – Don’t Accidentally Play 4/4!
12:33-13:48 B Section – Moving to E Major
13:49-18:24 B Section – Barres, Chord Shapes & Grace Notes
18:23-20:20 The Tricky B7 Passage
20:21-22:37 A7, Slides & the High Position Passage
22:38-24:00 C7 & the Final Phrase
24:01-25:00 How to Practice Adelita
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For me, in part A just before it returns to the (semi) repeat, I instead use fingers 3 and 4 and that way I can create a smooth slide back up to the high E. It's slightly harder but sounds cool. I do this because I can hear something similar on many famous recordings.
BTW, although Scot mentions this, the B part is even harder than he lets on. Listen carefully on the pro recordings, and you will hear that even they seem to struggle a bit with the two quick bar chords and the pinky grace notes. It should sound light and effortless, whimsical as the rest of the piece, but it rarely does. If you find it hard, don't despair, it will sort itself out or at least get a bit better, after a couple of years of practice! 😮
The Spanish Classical Guitar Piece Everyone Should Know
Scot Taber Guitarist
17,429 views
FREE Adelita Guitar tab ▶▶ https://www.theversatileguitarist.com...
If you play classical or nylon string guitar, Francisco Tárrega’s Adelita is one of those pieces you MUST know! In this lesson, I’ll walk you through the way I approach this piece and my fingerings, show you how to handle the ornaments and tricky passages, and help you bring out the beautiful melody that makes this short Spanish guitar classic so special.
Get the TÁRREGA STUDY PACK: a collection of tabs and scrolling play-alongs with SEVEN of Tarrega's Spanish classical guitar pieces for study ranging from early intermediate to advanced ▶ https://www.theversatileguitarist.com...
After you have watched the tutorial, play along to Adelita to a metronome here ▶ Tárrega's Most Recognizable Miniature | Ad...
As mentioned at the end of this video, my free guitar workshop will get you playing Spanish guitar the right way. Signup here ▶ https://www.theversatileguitarist.com...
Chapters:
0:00-0:22 Introduction – Adelita by Francisco Tárrega
0:23-1:50 Form, Chords & a Little Music Theory
1:51-4:30 A Section – Opening Phrase & Pinky Pull-Offs
4:32-5:34 Keeping the Melody Ringing
5:35-9:18 Grace Notes, Slurs & Easier Alternatives
9:19-11:01 Slides, Fingerings & Finishing the A Section
11:02-12:32 The Waltz Rhythm – Don’t Accidentally Play 4/4!
12:33-13:48 B Section – Moving to E Major
13:49-18:24 B Section – Barres, Chord Shapes & Grace Notes
18:23-20:20 The Tricky B7 Passage
20:21-22:37 A7, Slides & the High Position Passage
22:38-24:00 C7 & the Final Phrase
24:01-25:00 How to Practice Adelita
SUPPORT SCOT'S CHANNEL by purchasing his courses:
• The Ultimate Nylon String Guitar Guide: https://www.theversatileguitarist.com...
• Bossa Nova Basics & Beyond: https://www.theversatileguitarist.com...
• See ALL courses: https://www.theversatileguitarist.com...
📺 SUBSCRIBE to this channel for more free YouTube guitar lessons: @theversatileguitarist
✅ Recommended Playlists:
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🎵 Gypsy Jazz for Nylon String Guitar: Gypsy Jazz for Nylon String Guitar
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🎵 The Rasgueado Technique: The Rasgueado Technique for Guitar
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🎵 Guitar Tips (Shorts): Guitar Tips and Tricks for Nylon String Gu...
🎵 How To Play Moorea by The Gipsy Kings: How to Play Moorea by the Gipsy Kings
🎵 Famous Riffs on Nylon String Guitar: Famous Riffs on Nylon String Guitar - Tuto...
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