Five solos, from Benjamin Verdery's popular CD Some Towns and Cities", are included in this book and CD package. Each solo is a musical depiction of a different American town. All of the solos are explained in detail with different indexes on the CD that correspond to specific Study Notes. Every solo is beautifully played by Benjamin Verdery."

This book honors the classical guitarist Benjamin Verdery, Professor at the Yale School of Music. It contains personal reflections from his friends and colleagues which illustrate several aspects of Professor Verdery: his influence on his peers, his students, and the classical guitar world; features of his musical career; and characteristics of his personality. In addition, there is an extensive essay by Professor Verdery himself in which he presents his thoughts and ideas on such musical endeavors as performing, composing, arranging, teaching, and recording. Rounding out the book are listings of his compositions, a discography, online video and audio files, recital programs, publications, and related websites.

World famous guitarist and educator Benjamin Verdery has compiled standard repertoire pieces as well as new pieces for classical guitar. Performance tips are clearly presented for the beginning player. Information is included on how to prepare and present a recital and tips are provided on technique, interpretation, practicing and dealing with performance anxiety. Features new pieces by Benjamin Verdery, Anthony Newman, Frederic Hand and others as well as important music from the standard repertoire. The CD includes performances of each piece in the book.

A guide for intermediate and advanced classical guitarists, addressing technical and musical issues. Any serious student of classical guitar will appreciate this book which covers topics often heard in a lesson, but seldom covered in a book, with appropriate repertoire provided. Topics covered include technical control, study habits, crafting interpretations, tone production, performance anxiety, and much more.Students and teachers alike will appreciate the varied repertoire selections, as well as the annotated repertoire list included for further study. Includes thoughtful discussion of each topic and careful choice of repertoire to allow guitarists to overcome obstacles and reach the next level in their playing.•

Scott Tennant, world-class classical guitarist and well-respected guitar educator, has brought together the most comprehensive technique handbook for the classical guitarist. In addition to technical information not available elsewhere, he has compiled selections from Giuliani's 120 Right-Hand Studies; musical examples by Bach, Turina, Rodrigo and others;Tarrega arpeggio studies; and original compositions by Andrew York and Brian Head. Essential information and a great sense of humor are effectively combined in this best-selling book.

Continuing where Beginning Fingerstyle Guitar leaves off, this book is great for fingerstyle guitarists who know the basics and are ready to take the next step. Topics include alternate tunings, modes, fingerpicking patterns, barre chords, diatonic harmony, special techniques, bass lines, and an exploration of styles ranging from Celtic and country blues to contemporary new age. Also contains an essential chapter on arranging.