Masakazu Ito Releases "An Introduction to Classical Guitar: Establishing a Firm Technical Foundation" DVD
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DENVER, Colo., September 22, 2008 - Masakazu Ito released "An
Introduction to Classical Guitar: Establishing a Firm Technical
Foundation" today, a video for beginning students in his technique
series, produced by Sonata Systems.
In this introductory video intended for beginning students, Masa
presents the fundamentals of classical guitar. Join Masa as he
introduces new students to classical guitar, demonstrating fundamental
technique for both left and right hands, including proper rest and
free strokes. Hand and finger strengthening drills are provided to
help build proficiency and develop good tone. Practice with Masa as
he performs essential exercises from Ricardo Iznaola's Kitharologus®
and Aaron Shearer's Classic Guitar Technique®, Vol. I. Instruction
culminates with an examination of two famous compositions: Andantino
by Matteo Carcassi and Waltz in G by Ferdinand Carulli.
This DVD includes 48 minutes of valuable instruction. Follow Masa's
performance and musical analysis effortlessly using the interactive
score. Observe his technique up close with extensive picture-in-a-
picture features. Sheet music for Carcassi and Carulli is provided
with the DVD in high-resolution PDF format, including fingering edits
by Ito. Reference material for Iznaola and Shearer content is not
included; students are encouraged to acquire both texts for use in
conjunction with this video.
A trailer is available for review:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4s2VoRURxMM#
For more information, please visit the videography web page at
masakazuito.com:
http://www.masakazuito.com/masaVideography.shtml#techPrologue
About Masakazu Ito:
Masakazu Ito is recognized as one of today's top guitarists, acclaimed
by musicians, composers, conductors and critics for his mastery of the
instrument and its repertoire. Ito is an international performer,
teacher, composer and recording artist. He currently holds a teaching
position at the University of Denver's Lamont School of Music, where
he received a master's degree under the guidance of Ricardo Iznaola.
About Sonata Systems:
Sonata Systems produces creative digital content for the web, TV and
film. We focus on integrating three core services: video production,
multimedia post-production and web consulting. Our services are
comprehensive, from pre-production through distribution, delivering a
quality product that reflects the themes and goals of each client.
Press Contact:
Tricia Douglas
Sonata Systems
www.sonatasys.com
pr...@sonatasys.com
503.740.9909
Introduction to Classical Guitar: Establishing a Firm Technical
Foundation" today, a video for beginning students in his technique
series, produced by Sonata Systems.
In this introductory video intended for beginning students, Masa
presents the fundamentals of classical guitar. Join Masa as he
introduces new students to classical guitar, demonstrating fundamental
technique for both left and right hands, including proper rest and
free strokes. Hand and finger strengthening drills are provided to
help build proficiency and develop good tone. Practice with Masa as
he performs essential exercises from Ricardo Iznaola's Kitharologus®
and Aaron Shearer's Classic Guitar Technique®, Vol. I. Instruction
culminates with an examination of two famous compositions: Andantino
by Matteo Carcassi and Waltz in G by Ferdinand Carulli.
This DVD includes 48 minutes of valuable instruction. Follow Masa's
performance and musical analysis effortlessly using the interactive
score. Observe his technique up close with extensive picture-in-a-
picture features. Sheet music for Carcassi and Carulli is provided
with the DVD in high-resolution PDF format, including fingering edits
by Ito. Reference material for Iznaola and Shearer content is not
included; students are encouraged to acquire both texts for use in
conjunction with this video.
A trailer is available for review:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4s2VoRURxMM#
For more information, please visit the videography web page at
masakazuito.com:
http://www.masakazuito.com/masaVideography.shtml#techPrologue
About Masakazu Ito:
Masakazu Ito is recognized as one of today's top guitarists, acclaimed
by musicians, composers, conductors and critics for his mastery of the
instrument and its repertoire. Ito is an international performer,
teacher, composer and recording artist. He currently holds a teaching
position at the University of Denver's Lamont School of Music, where
he received a master's degree under the guidance of Ricardo Iznaola.
About Sonata Systems:
Sonata Systems produces creative digital content for the web, TV and
film. We focus on integrating three core services: video production,
multimedia post-production and web consulting. Our services are
comprehensive, from pre-production through distribution, delivering a
quality product that reflects the themes and goals of each client.
Press Contact:
Tricia Douglas
Sonata Systems
www.sonatasys.com
pr...@sonatasys.com
503.740.9909
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