guillermo rios - flamenco guitar vol.1

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MASTERY of the FLAMENCO GUITAR SERIEOPEN YOUR MUSICAL SOUL TO ITS FULL POTENTIAL

VOLUME I • MASTERY OF TECHNIQUE

Brief supplementary music notation to accompanythe instructional video with 16 special training sessions.

by GUILLERMO RIOSSecrets for both beginners and advanced players, providing the break'

thoughs that pave the way for rapid progress in the an of Flamenco Music.

Produced and Directed by Julian Richards



After a total of 17 years of performing inSpain with some of the most respected -flamenco artists there, his compositional and

technical mastery brought him to the UnitedStates, where he has since won accolades asfeatured guitarist and soloist with thecelebrated companies of Jose Greco.Maria Benitez. Jose Molina, Maria Albaand Rosa Montoya. Guillermo Rios*

extensive career has taken him to thegreat stages of North America and Ewhere he has performed numerous s

concerts, including three successfulperformances at Carnegie Hall. His reflects not only his great understandthe genre, but years of concentrated swith the famous guitar maestros: Jua"Marole", Sabicas and Pepe Habichu



Mastery of the Flamenco GuitarVolume I Mastery of Technique

OPEN YOUR MUSICAL SOUL TO ITS FULL. POTENTIAL.

Music notation to accompany the video.

by Guillermo Rios



Booklet design, typesetting, and music notation by Dennis Donovan.

Video produced and directed by Julian Richards.

Zapaleado Elegante was transcribed by David Easely.

© 1993 Guillermo Rios. All rights reserved.



Mastery of the Flamenco Guitar Foreword

A Minor Scale (Session 1)

E Major Scale (Session 5)

F and F# Exercise Pattern (Session 7)

Zapateado Elegante (Session 10)

Previews of Future Volumes in the Mastery of the Flamenco Guitar Series

Contents



Mastery of the Flamenco Guitar

Congratulations! You have just purchasedVolume I of a unique and powerful coursewhich addresses the crucial steps one must takein order to understand and master the mental andtechnical requirements of the flamenco guitar.There are many excellent publications teachingthis fantastic music, all of which are beneficialto aficionados of the flamenco guitar. But to

date, none of them explains how to train yourhands and reflexes to execute essential flamencotechniques with total relaxation and fluidity.

In this 95-minute video presentation GuillermoRios clearly explains and illustrates how tomove your hands in a natural and controlled

way. He guides the viewer through 1rich in priceless tips about the major

techniques and how to practice and mRios stresses the importance of traininatural reflexes - and illustrates howthis. One must observe the natural laand develop the ability to flow with this takes hard work and constant attreward is the unlimited joy of self-expossible when one's technique is so nit responds instinctively to creative i

Although total mastery of technique of the steps towards the emotional fuplaying flamenco music, it is a cruciawith proper guidance all lovers of thi



acquire it and pass beyond it. They can thencreate their own unique and valuable contribu-tions to this ever-evolving music, and expresstheir most profound and passionate emotions.

Guillermo Rios began his concentrated study of the flamenco guitar as an adult at age 25. Hisprincipal maestro, Juan Maya "Marote", wasand continues to be his source of inspiration andlove for this incredible music. Juan's unendingpatience and uncompromising demand forexcellence and musical integrity challenged andinspired Guillermo to a tireless work ethic andambition to be an integral and contributingmember of the flamenco community. Juan Mayaalso stressed the necessity to keep an open mind

and to listen to and learn from everyone.

Guillermo has carried forth these high stainto the flamenco profession and althoughstyle is deeply influenced by Sabicas, JuaMaya, Pepe Habichuela, and Paco dc Luchas developed a unique and soulful "feel"truly his own. His vast experience as an apanist of the Canle and Baile and his clospersonal friendship with some of the worlegendary guitarists have enabled Guillertruly understand the guitar and eminentlyhim to publish this valuable and ambitioucourse.

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Foreword

During my career of more than 20 years, I havehad the privilege of learning and truly under-standing flamenco music while on the job,rehearsing and performing it. Years of touringwith Spanish dance companies, years of nightlyclub performances accompanying great dancersand mediocre ones, great singers and not-so-great singers, have engraved on my mind anatural understanding and love for this greatmusic.

Even more years of close friendship withAgustin Castellon "Sabicas", his brother Diego,Pepe "Habichuela" and his family, and withJuan Maya "Marote", my compadre (my son's

godfather), have shown me the majesspiritual beauty of flamenco music. M

fine artists have contributed pricelessenormous knowledge and inspirationcontinue to motivate me - even to thtion of this production.

All of us have two essential personaltics in common: unbounded love andfor flamenco music and a tireless andwork ethic. These are the "mysteriouwithout which the flamenco guitar caplayed properly. But, on the other hathese qualities all is open to you.

In these sixteen lessons, listen carefusay about practicing the exercises an

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ing your hand. Listen again and again to myemphasis on relaxation and tension-free move-

ment. Finally, understand the spirit of what I'mteaching and apply it to your music as soon aspossible. Your constant attention to these detailswill quickly reward you and you will be free toadd your own valuable musical contributions tothe ever-expanding flamenco repertoire,Viva el arte!

"Con la guitarra podemos mostramaravillas que llevamos en el al

("With the guitar we can expresmarvelous feelings in our so

- Agustin Castellon

Guillermo RiosAptos, California

1993"Practice until your finger

are about to bleed!"

-Juan May

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Session Number 1

A minor scale



E Major scale

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Session Number 5



Session Number 7 Exercise in F

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Session Number 10

Here is a piece which will challenge you andafter working hard on it, will give you greatfulfillment. Slight differences between thescore and my performance of it on the videomay occur.

Use your musical judgment to resdifferences - you may want to addpiece or change it. I highly recomafter you can play it perfectly m

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- Zapateado Elegante -



Zapateado EleganteGuiller

c1992 G.Rios



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Here is a key you'll be more familiar with. Play along in small sections - O

a chord, or melodic spot and make up your own variation.Rondenas

The opening piece on this video program is an arrangement of mine, a Rond

Experiment with this tuning, "Rondena" tuning. You will find it ver

beautiful.

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Malaguenas



Final note: Listen to the solo I play which is a Tarantas. Try listening to the

all feel, as well as the individual notes and variations. After a while, switch off the

television and play through the chords of any of the forms we have shared today. Show the chords suggest melodies or silence. Enter this beautiful labyrinth, yon wil

always be rewarded with beauty and surprises!

Enjoy your new knowledge and never give up your dream of playing the flamenco guitar.

Guillermo Rios, 1998

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