Complete Classical Guitar

Jason Waldron's guitar legacy covers his studies, performances, and influential work in Australian classical guitar scene.

Tuning guitars with precision: Electronic tuners simplify the process, perfect for novice players and those relying on self-tuning.

The classical guitar is characterized by nylon strings and a wider neck, with distinct playing styles.

Development of the guitar from ancient stringed instruments to its modern concert form.

Recognizes traditional music notation and tablature as common methods for writing guitar music.

Tablature notations are introduced, representing note positions on the fretboard.

Introduces the fundamentals of music notation, covering the musical alphabet, staff, treble clef, and note placement.

Music structure and organization are examined through the use of bar lines, bars, measures, and double bar lines.

Note values, including dotted and tied notes, are covered.

Time signatures and note durations are analyzed to reveal the underlying structure of music.

Introduces the concept of 3-4 time signature, highlighting its distinctive rhythmic structure.

Develops techniques to maintain optimal sitting position for guitar playing, emphasizing correct posture and flexibility.

Right-hand notation and finger naming principles are introduced, providing a foundation for understanding classical guitar techniques.

Optimal fingernail techniques for guitar playing cover length and shape considerations to control volume and tone.

Relaxed arm position is established by placing the guitar player's right hand on the instrument's body.

Relax the wrist, arch the top, and position the knuckles parallel to bass strings for comfortable playing.

Optimal hand positioning and finger placement techniques for right-hand playing are covered.

The rest stroke technique is applied for single-line and melody playing, enabling fingers to come to rest on adjacent strings.

Introduces techniques for mastering alternating right-hand finger combinations to improve speed and evenness in scale and single-line melodies.

Reads sheet music notation from left to right, covering fundamental concepts for understanding musical scores.

Covers proper setup for playing the first string with accurate left-hand positioning and finger placement.

Correct positioning of the left-hand thumb is covered, along with techniques for comfortable playing and efficient finger stretches.

Fingerstyle guitar techniques cover full bar and half bar methods for simultaneous string control.

The F Major key covers its scale and chord structures.

Covers techniques to improve finger independence and playing ease using the pivot finger method.

The D melodic minor scale is covered, with application to rock guitar exercises, featuring 18th-century dance styles and pivot finger techniques.

Introduces the concept of musical intervals, covering their definition, types, and application in music theory.

Introduces the basics of intervals, covering the octave and its significance in music theory.

Introduces the concept of an interval of a third, its function in differentiating major and minor scales, and techniques for identifying it.

Introduces the concepts and characteristics of the sixth interval in music theory.

Introduces the concept of playing a compound third (also known as the tenth) using diatonic scale degrees.

Intervals are examined, including thirds, sixths, tenths, and octaves, in a musical context.

Rest strokes and free stroke accompaniments are used to emphasize melodies.

Notes of identical pitch are played on distinct strings and positions, building on initial understanding.

Unison notes and their movements on the fingerboard are examined, along with practical exercise techniques for mastery.

Unisons in music theory are explored through recognition and application.

Introduces various second-position guitar techniques involving new notes and finger placement.

Shifting between 1st and 2nd guitar positions to play melodic minor scales is covered.

The D Major scale is covered in various positions and fingerings, including alternative and extended options.

Introduces the melodic structure of Beethoven's Ode to Joy for mastering the second-position melody.

Quality recordings of renowned guitarists are analyzed for musical nuances and techniques.

Covers B minor key fundamentals, including melodic minor scale, key signature, chord progressions, and arpeggio exercises.

Pitch, duration, dynamics, and timbre are introduced as fundamental characteristics of tone.

Tempo and speed markings are introduced, covering labels, modifications like ritardando and accelerando.

Dynamics of music are covered using symbols like p, f, and crescendo, applied to iconic pieces and tempo markings.

Calculates note values with multiple dots using double dotting rules.

Hammering, snapping, and slurring techniques are applied to achieve smooth note transitions and increased speed in playing.

Ascending ligado is a hammer-on technique that demands finger strength and coordination to master.

Covers the fundamental concepts and finger snapping techniques for descending ligado in guitar playing.

Adjusting left-hand position, this technique applies ligado studies across all strings, moving between ! and ^ symbols.

The round arpeggio is a fundamental guitar technique employed by renowned composers, covering its essential concepts and applications.

Techniques for achieving harp-like timbres through broken chord playing are covered.

The A major key covers its characteristic scale and musical applications.

Embellishes melodies with various ornaments and graces, such as the acciaccatura.

The F# minor melodic scale is introduced, along with rhythmic exercises featuring dotted eighth notes.

Introduces the basic notes on a guitar string, covering open strings and fingered notes.

Proper finger placement and hand positioning are covered in this introduction to guitar playing fundamentals.

Introduces methods for organizing and tracking musical notes to enhance studying efficiency.

Half-note rhythms are introduced as a foundation for playing guitar music, with techniques for recognition and application covered.

Tunes, notes, and fingerings are developed through exercises in pitch recognition and hand positioning.

Adjusting arm placement optimizes finger movement between guitar strings for fluid transitions.

Timing and part separation techniques for effective ensemble performance are introduced through the study of duets.

Octave repetition and percentage time with ties are covered, along with mastering third string notes.

Time and rhythm in song composition are affected by music notation elements such as repeat signs, lead-in notes, and dotted quarter notes.

Mary had a Little Lamb's harmony and melody are examined in the context of classic guitar repertoire.

Develops a precise thumb plucking action and introduces the circular motion required for efficient playing.

Notes on the fourth string are explored, highlighting their distinct functions and uses in music.

Introduces the fundamental left-hand technique for producing specific notes and chord voicings.

Quarter note rests and related rests for different note values are covered, along with the value of a dotted half note as three counts.

Precision strokes for chord and arpeggio plucking covered.

Develops finger control and strength through free stroke exercises on open strings.

Covers fundamental chord playing techniques, including multi-note combinations, and introduces harmonization principles using waltz rhythms.

Practices techniques to isolate thumb and finger movement for improved right-hand independence in playing guitar.

Creates a full harmonic sound by combining fingers and thumb.

Anatomy and function of the human ear, along with sound wave perception.

Develops proper hand positioning, introduces counting techniques, and focuses on achieving musical timing.

Recognize and play fifth string notes in common time, incorporating advanced rock guitar techniques.

The position and movement of the thumb and index fingers are explained in relation to playing chords.

Key concepts, modules, and song references are provided under h2, h3, and h4 headings for a comprehensive understanding.

Notes on the sixth string, including suspended chords, are covered. Suspended chord application to rock guitar exercises is also discussed.

Introduces notation reading techniques for $\%$, ^ symbols, focusing on eighth note rests.

Deciphers musical notation skills for self-directed playing.

Covers relationships among open position notes, first position, and string notes, emphasizing patterns and intervals.

Self-recording and notation reading techniques used to improve mastery of pieces and exercises.

Chord shapes and arpeggios are developed through exercises employing the free stroke technique.

Introduces the concept of reading and playing sharp notes across an octave, including five additional note variations.

The harmonic function and use of flats are introduced, covering how flats lower note pitches and their connection to enharmonic notes.

Varying tone achieved through adjustments in free stroke attack and rest stroke dynamics.

Tonal variations are achieved by shifting the right hand to produce normal, ponticello, and dolce sounds.

Guitar playing combines complex harmonies like piano with rich tones similar to violin, creating a versatile musical instrument.

Scales' patterns and types (chromatic, major, minor) are introduced, along with strategies for effective practice on the guitar.

Introduces the Western music scale, including its tone and semitone sequence, as well as its diatonic structure.

The fundamental structure and properties of the C major scale are covered, including Roman numeral notation and tone/semitone relationships.

Minor scales include pure, harmonic, and melodic forms, characterized by unique tone and semitone patterns.

Introduces melodic minor scale theory for all 12 keys, covering harmonic concepts and possibilities.

Key relationships are examined, covering scales, key signatures, and relative keys.

Explains the relationships between major and minor scales through shared notes.

Characteristics of major and minor keys are examined, with a focus on C Major.

Triads, major chords, and note building are covered, with focus on constructing a C major chord.

Fundamental chord symbols and principles of chords in C major are covered, including tonic, sub-dominant, and dominant seventh chords.

Alternative C chord voicings are demonstrated through varying note arrangements.

Derives dominant 7th chords from a major scale, explaining the construction and application of these essential harmony components.

Introduces fundamental harmonies through mastery of I, IV, and V chords in all 12 keys.

Analyzing musical patterns and technical elements enhances music composition skills.

Develops skills in sight reading and technical proficiency through a comprehensive guitar music collection.

Binary form's musical structure and patterns are examined, including its typical features.

Introduces right-hand finger actions and gripping techniques for rest and free strokes, distinguishing between fingers 1-3 and 4.

Eighth note triplets are introduced, featuring a rhythmic pattern of grouping three notes within the duration of two.

Introduces counting rhythms and applying nuances of sixteenth notes, dotted eighth notes, and chord progressions.

Play and read music in A minor, covering arpeggios and 16th note rests.

The fundamental principles of the G major key are covered, including application to playing a waltz in 3/8 time.

The E minor key is explored, featuring its melodic minor scale and musical applications.

Rearranges chord progressions and introduces various rhythmic techniques to create engaging music.

Identifies keys by analyzing key signatures, including sharp and flat notes.

Introduces playing notes on the fifth fret and covers common scales and pieces using first unison notes, expanding fingerboard range.

Covers transcription techniques, including arranging piano pieces for guitar, and applies them to a specific piece in the fifth position.

Introduces the chromatic scale in octaves, a foundational concept for left-hand position establishment.

Diatonic scales in octaves up to the fifth position are examined, focusing on musical structure and harmony development.

The B major scale is covered, with focus on its practical application in rock guitar music.

The G major key is covered, featuring its melodic minor scale and various techniques such as bars, half bars, ligados, and sixteenth-note triplets.

Introduces the seventh position on guitar, featuring notes on frets 9-10, scales, and advanced scale exercises.

Techniques for creating vocal or stringed instrument sounds on a digital platform are introduced and demonstrated.

The E major scale in first position is examined, featuring a two-octave span with four sharps.

Arpeggios and complex chords are introduced through techniques for playing harmonically rich music.

The fourth position E major scale is covered, including techniques for incorporating it into guitar playing.

The C# Minor melodic scale and its practical uses are introduced.

Shifting a Bar up or down the fingerboard allows for playing the same piece in different keys.

Reworks memorized chord structures to create unique variations.

Double sharps and flats are introduced, covering their unique effects on note pitches.

Altered tunings for expanded guitar range covered, with focus on D and G tunings.

Covers techniques for applying altered tunings to play D, G, and melodic minor scales.

Introduces alternative guitar tunings to enhance creative options.

Syncopation refers to the intentional manipulation of rhythmic patterns, with particular relevance to jazz and Afro-American musical traditions.

Introduces techniques for playing major scales in any key using the ninth position on the instrument.

Covers the E Major Scale, Melodic Minor Scale, and Extended A Major Scale in ninth position.

Vibrato techniques for enhancing musical expression are covered.

Develops finger independence through minor-scale right-hand exercises, preparing students for advanced rhythmic work.

Tremolo technique involves rapidly playing consecutive notes on a single string, producing a smooth and less staccato effect.

Legato and staccato techniques are covered, focusing on smooth and detached sounds in music.

Tones on the guitar are produced through natural harmonics, which can be accessed by fretting specific strings at precise points.

Artificial harmonics are introduced as a right-hand technique for chromatic or diatonic playing on the guitar.

Notes above the twelfth fret, including frets 13-19, are introduced.

Techniques for playing above the 12th fret involve adapting left-hand position and finger shape.

Covers application of chromatic and melodic minor scales above the 12th fret for improved guitar playing.

Rest stroke p technique for powerful note production and silencing adjacent strings.

Develops right-hand independence through waltz exercises using the rest stroke technique P.

Improves single-note skills by introducing double- and triple-note techniques to create the illusion of simultaneous playing.

Introduces techniques for silencing long-sustaining bass notes using left-hand finger pressure and rest strokes.

The pizzicato effect is achieved by plucking strings with the palm of the right hand.

Tambour effect techniques add textured percussion sounds to music.

Rasgueado, a traditional Spanish flamenco strumming technique, is applied to classical guitar music.

Techniques for playing triplets using two-fingered strumming patterns are covered.

Quadruple strumming techniques utilizing three fingers are covered.

Elongated melodies, strong basslines, and harmonies are prioritized in arranging existing pieces into tremolo patterns.

The tremolo technique is applied to all three inside strings, with focus on maintaining a consistent tempo and volume.

Standard fingerings for diatonic major and minor scales are covered.

Covers the C major scale in a 4- and 3-beat rhythmic context.

Builds finger dexterity with exercises emphasizing positional movement techniques.

Chromatic scales, arpeggios, and harmonics are applied to master various guitar styles and periods.

Covers techniques for finding chords in various keys through movable bar chord application.

Raising notes in an E Major chord introduces the possibility of creating new major bar chords.

Introduces chord playing techniques for the sixth string, featuring various shapes and adaptations.

Root five major bar chord shapes and their applications are introduced.

Recognizes notes on the 5th string and applies them to chord shapes.

Introduces movable chord shapes and their practical applications across the fretboard.

Analyzing and understanding chord structures reveals consistent root note positions across various chord types and shapes.

Introduces five essential moveable chord shapes usable across all keys.

Fundsamentals of guitar tuning covered, including methods using pitch pipes, tuning forks, and electronic tuners, plus self-tuning techniques.