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tonebase Guitar Course

Scarlatti

Sonata K.333

Taught by renowned guitarist 

Emmanuel Sowicz

In this piece, Chilean guitarist Emmanuel Sowicz analyzes and breaks down the many layers of expression and technique within Scarlatti’s Sonata K.333. Described by Sowicz as “sparkling and light”, this piece develops with a lot of repetition and use of ornaments. <br><br>Sowicz spends a lot of time discussing various techniques that this piece calls for- cross-string trills, stopping notes, articulation, fingerings in both hands, and finger preparations, among others. Proper interpretation also depends on knowledge of the origin of this piece and the tendencies of Baroque musicians. Sowicz emphasizes many other useful maxims, such as remaining comfortable at all times, and creating a consistent tone across a phrase. <br><br>By the end of this very thorough lesson, you’ll be inspired and well-prepared to take your Scarlatti to the next level!

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    Difficulty: 
    Intermediate
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    Duration: 
    1
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Course Syllabus

Sonata K.333

In this piece, Chilean guitarist Emmanuel Sowicz analyzes and breaks down the many layers of expression and technique within Scarlatti’s Sonata K.333. Described by Sowicz as “sparkling and light”, this piece develops with a lot of repetition and use of ornaments.

Sowicz spends a lot of time discussing various techniques that this piece calls for- cross-string trills, stopping notes, articulation, fingerings in both hands, and finger preparations, among others. Proper interpretation also depends on knowledge of the origin of this piece and the tendencies of Baroque musicians. Sowicz emphasizes many other useful maxims, such as remaining comfortable at all times, and creating a consistent tone across a phrase.

By the end of this very thorough lesson, you’ll be inspired and well-prepared to take your Scarlatti to the next level!

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Emmanuel Sowicz

Chilean virtuoso Emmanuel Sowicz is rising star in the classical guitar world with several international competition wins under his belt including the recent London International Guitar Competition.

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