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tonebase Guitar Course

Brouwer

Sonata

Taught by renowned guitarist 

Leo Brouwer

In this lesson, legendary Cuban composer Leo Brouwer shares his philosophies about music and composition by discussing his first Sonata, written for Julian Bream. Throughout, Brouwer opts for a more general approach to the Sonata, explaining how he created the piece conceptually.<br><br>The lesson begins with a discussion of Brouwer’s influences and background on how the Sonata came to be. He then continues with explanations of how the elements of the Sonata originally came together.<br><br>Overall, this lesson contains incredible insights into Brouwer's approach to composition, including who has influenced his style and where his ideas come from. Brouwer’s truly thought provoking advice is invaluable to anyone interested in his music.

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    Difficulty: 
    Advanced
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    Duration: 
    1
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Course Syllabus

Sonata

In this lesson, legendary Cuban composer Leo Brouwer shares his philosophies about music and composition by discussing his first Sonata, written for Julian Bream. Throughout, Brouwer opts for a more general approach to the Sonata, explaining how he created the piece conceptually.

The lesson begins with a discussion of Brouwer’s influences and background on how the Sonata came to be. He then continues with explanations of how the elements of the Sonata originally came together.

Overall, this lesson contains incredible insights into Brouwer's approach to composition, including who has influenced his style and where his ideas come from. Brouwer’s truly thought provoking advice is invaluable to anyone interested in his music.

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Leo Brouwer

Legendary Cuban composer, guitarist, and conductor Leo Brouwer is a Latin Grammy Award winner and recipient of the National Music Prize for Cuba for his many musical contributions.

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