Taught by renowned guitarist
Thomas Viloteau
The Catalan folk song, ‘El Testament d’Amelia’ tells a medieval story of a princess on her deathbed. The melody is very simple, and Llobet arranges it beautifully. Thomas approaches this piece like many others from Llobet, trying always to keep the accompaniment and melody balanced. Phrasing the melody properly is a crucial yet often overlooked step. Smooth and efficient fingerings are a priority for Thomas, so he occasionally removes a note in a passage if the harmony remains clear without it. By the end of this lesson, you’ll have collected enough wisdom to get you through this or any other short piece in this style! Best of luck, and happy practicing.
El Testament d'Amelia
The Catalan folk song, ‘El Testament d’Amelia’ tells a medieval story of a princess on her deathbed. The melody is very simple, and Llobet arranges it beautifully. Thomas approaches this piece like many others from Llobet, trying always to keep the accompaniment and melody balanced. Phrasing the melody properly is a crucial yet often overlooked step. Smooth and efficient fingerings are a priority for Thomas, so he occasionally removes a note in a passage if the harmony remains clear without it. By the end of this lesson, you’ll have collected enough wisdom to get you through this or any other short piece in this style! Best of luck, and happy practicing.
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