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The Classical Guitar Corner Podcast
by Simon Powis
Teaching and Learning the Classical Guitar Online
Episodes
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CGC 113 : Gratitude
▶ CGC Podcast : Gratitude SHOW NOTES The CGC podcast is back — and in a new format. Simon reflects on what it means to show up consistently as a teacher and creator, shares news about the CGC Summer School, performs an original study for classical guitar, and leaves listeners with a simple but...
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CGC 112 : João Luiz on Brazillan Music Interpretation
João Luiz’s presentation from the 2023 CGC Summer School explores how Brazilian musical traditions can inform classical-guitar interpretation. The podcast preserves an edited portion of the workshop, including demonstrations and questions from participants. The central invitation is to go beyond...
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CGC 111 : Tim Kain
Tim Kain’s extended conversation with Simon Powis documents the experiences and teaching philosophy behind his years at the Australian National University School of Music. An opening contribution from Stephanie Jones describes a teacher who adapted to the individual and encouraged a supportive...
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CGC 110 : Sight Reading on Classical Guitar
You can find the Sight-reading book here: https://www.classicalguitarcorner.com/progressive-sight-reading-for-classical-guitar/ If you are looking for some more information on the beautiful Prelude by Weiss here it is: Petra Poláčková http://www.petrapolackova.com/en/ ▶ Sylvius Leopold Weiss -...
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CGC 109: Ben Verdery – A Giant Beside You
Ben Verdery returns to the podcast to discuss A Giant Beside You, recorded with the Ulysses Quartet. Musical excerpts accompany stories about commissioning, arranging and composing for guitar with strings. The album brings together Bryce Dessner, Leonard Bernstein, Javier Farías and Verdery’s own...
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CGC 108 : Back in the Saddle
Getting back into the podcast after a break. The post CGC 108 : Back in the Saddle appeared first on Classical Guitar Corner.
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CGC Graded Duets for Classical Guitar
The Classical Guitar Corner Podcast is back! After a break we are excited to bring you a new episode of The CGC Podcast with Simon Powis. CGC Graded Duets for Classical Guitar This episode features a conversation about Graded Duets for Classical Guitar, a new course at CGC Academy. This is a…
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The Changing Digital Landscape of Classical Guitar
If there is one constant in life, it is change. In the past 18 months with the appearance of Covid 19 we have seen an inflection point in the classical guitar world that may have altered how our musical ecosystem functions. Our world has gone digital, much more than ever before. In this episode…
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CGC 105 : Sor Study in Bminor – Singing and Playing the Melody
This famous study by Fernando Sor gives us the the challenge of separating melody from harmony and bass while all being bundled up into continuous eighth notes. One of the most powerful techniques you can use to clarify the melodic part is to isolate the melody, play it separately and even sing…
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CGC 104 : CGC’s 10-Year Anniversary!
In this episode of The Classical Guitar Corner Podcast, Simon tells the story of Classical Guitar Corner in celebration of this, our 10-year anniversary! There have been lots of twists and turns along the way but we couldn’t be more grateful for this amazing community that Simon brought together,...
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CGC 103 : Uroš Barič
Uroš Barič’s conversation with Simon Powis connects the work of a guitarist with the work of a recording producer. Study, listening, recording experiments and collaboration all contribute to the sound a musician learns to recognise and create. The interview also explores the Virtual Guitar...
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CGC 102: Three Types of Learning
Knowing what to do, being able to do it, and making it part of your everyday practice are different challenges. In this episode, Simon offers a way to distinguish them—and to understand why progress can feel slower as your playing develops. CGC Podcast 102 · approximately 17 minutes · recorded in...
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CGC 101: Playing Positions
How do you find a classical guitar playing position that works for your body? In this episode, Simon discusses sitting position and the positions of both hands through three guiding ideas: ergonomics, experimentation and personalization. CGC Podcast 101 · approximately 19 minutes · recorded in...
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CGC 100 : David Russell
How does David Russell learn a new piece, prepare it for an audience and keep his enthusiasm through difficult practice? This episode captures his answers to students at Yale University’s Guitar Extravaganza, with questions introduced by Simon Powis. Benjamin Verdery hosted the event; the…
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CGC 099: Motivation
Learning the classical guitar is a journey that takes time. You will find yourself encountering obstacles, feeling challenged, questioning your abilities, questioning your guide, and sometimes just wanting to put the instrument down. You are not alone in any of these feelings. Accepting that…
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CGC 098 : Nicoletta Todesco
Nicoletta Todesco shares the path from a small music school in northern Italy to conservatory study, musicology and Yale. The conversation with Simon Powis also explores how she developed as a teacher and found room for singing within her classical-guitar performances. The recording opens with...
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CGC 097 : Stephanie Jones
Stephanie Jones joins Simon Powis to discuss her album Open Sky, her education in Australia and Germany, and the performances that introduced her playing to listeners online. Originally recorded as a livestream, the interview includes musical excerpts as well as conversation. A recurring theme is...
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CGC 096: Harp and Guitar with Emily Levin and Colin Davin
Harpist Emily Levin and guitarist Colin Davin join Simon Powis to explore the sound of their duo. Musical excerpts demonstrate how two plucked instruments can remain distinct, blend into a larger texture and take over one another’s roles. The discussion is an introduction to the harp for…
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CGC 095: Irina Kulikova
Irina Kulikova joins Simon Powis for a conversation about the work behind a polished performance. She describes building a musical idea, choosing useful fingerings and organising practice in shorter, focused blocks. The interview is also candid about nerves and the demands of a performing life.…
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093: What Makes a Guitar Piece Difficult?
In this episode of The Classical Guitar Corner Podcast, we’ll talk about what makes a guitar piece difficult. One of the biggest pitfalls when learning classical guitar is working on repertoire that is too difficult for you. If a piece is too difficult it can cause frustration, a sense of…
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CGC 092 : Time and Prioritization
Making room for guitar practice begins with understanding where your time goes and deciding what matters to you. Simon’s first podcast of 2020 combines a look back at the previous year with a practical discussion of priorities, goals and musical experiences. CGC Podcast 092 · approximately 26...
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CGC 091 : Holiday Episode
Roger Ramirez, the host of the CGCA Member’s Podcast has done an amazing job this year of bringing together our academy members in a joint effort to perform holiday music from around the world. Enjoy hearing the music of the talented and dedicated musicians who make up Classical Guitar Corner...
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CGC 090 : Dealing with Fear in Music
Dealing with Fear in Music In this episode of the CGC Podcast I deal with the topic of dealing with fear in music. Fear is something we all experience and it can impact your experience on classical guitar I want to share with you a point in time that impacted me and transformed the way ... Read...
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CGC 089 : Laura Snowden on Creativity
What makes a performance feel alive? For guitarist and composer Laura Snowden, the answer involves more than playing the right notes or choosing an attractive tone. It begins with imagination: asking what a musical moment means, finding a reason for each gesture, and discovering that meaning…
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CGC 089 : Italian Musical Terminology
In this episode of The Classical Guitar Corner we are going to have a bit of fun. Simon was in Italy last week with Evita for Nicoletta Todesco’s wedding. So we thought it would be a great time to get a few native Italian speakers together to pronounce for you some of popular Italian musical ......
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CGC 088 : Karin Schaupp
Karin Schaupp’s conversation with Simon Powis asks what happens after a guitarist can play the notes convincingly. How does a performance become an experience that moves another person? Her answers draw on acting, collaboration and the education that began with her mother in Germany. Recorded in...
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The Classical Guitar Corner Show August 2019
The post The Classical Guitar Corner Show August 2019 appeared first on Classical Guitar Corner.
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The CGC Show June 2019
The 2019 CGC Summer School was a great success. Whether you were in attendance or not, you can still enjoy the sights and sounds in this month’s show: (Summer School starts at 3:50) The post The CGC Show June 2019 appeared first on Classical Guitar Corner.
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CGC 087 : Chris Mallett and Suzuki Guitar
Chris Mallett speaks with Simon Powis about teaching young guitarists and the development of the California Conservatory of Music. His account begins with the influence of Frank Longay and the experience of learning to teach through close observation and mentorship. The conversation offers ideas...
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CGC 086 : Bryce Jacobs
Guitarist and composer Bryce Jacobs joins Simon Powis to discuss a musical path that crosses classical study, bands, instrument design and film scoring. His story shows how skills developed in one setting can become useful in another, sometimes in ways a student could not have planned. The...
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CGC 085 : Kenny Hill
In this episode of The Classical Guitar Corner Podcast, Simon interviews California-based luthier Kenny Hill. In truth Kenny’s projects take him around the world so he is truly an international luthier, and this conversation gets into a lot of those details, including how he got started building...
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CGC 084 : Blair Jackson of Classical Guitar Magazine
In this episode of The Classical Guitar Corner Podcast, Simon interviews Blair Jackson, editor of Classical Guitar magazine. This is an insightful conversation about the history of CG and their service to the classical guitar community over the last several decades. Please join in the…
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CGC 083 : Guitar Salon International
In this episode of The Classical Guitar Corner Podcast, Simon interviews David Collett, President of Guitar Salon International, one of the largest dealers of classical and flamenco guitars in the world, located in Santa Monica, California in the States. Simon and David talk about GSI’s guitar...
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CGC 082 : Making the Most out of a Masterclass
Making the Most out of a Masterclass In episode 082 of the CGC Podcast, Simon discusses making the most out of a masterclass. The term masterclass has come to signify a fairly wide range of teaching scenarios. It isn’t always dependent on a “master” teacher being present. Rather, it’s a lesson...
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CGC 081 : 2019 Guitar Goals
Join Simon and Roger as they listen to numerous new year goals submitted by CGC Academy members. Do you have your own Guitar Goals for 2019? Please feel free to share them in the comments below: The post CGC 081 : 2019 Guitar Goals appeared first on Classical Guitar Corner.
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CGC 080 : Overload
In this episode of The Classical Guitar Corner Podcast, Simon talks about “overload”: getting overwhelmed by too many things that can distract you from focusing in your practice and from the task at hand. Our guest for this episode is Ian Steedman, a member at CGC Academy, who brought up the…
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CGC 079 : Playing With Ease – David Leisner
David Leisner discusses the thinking behind his book Playing with Ease and the experience of turning many years of teaching into words, photographs and demonstrations. Simon Powis, who contributed photography to the book, joins him in examining how physical work and musical intention interact.…
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CGC 078 : Practice Routines
Practice Routines can be a powerful tool to improve your playing. Not only do they keep you focused and on track but they also allow you to progress in a structured way. In this episode I discuss some of the elements that go into a good practice routine and announce the publication of 20 Practice...
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CGC 077 : The Beijing Guitar Duo
Yameng Wang and Meng Su, the Beijing Guitar Duo, join Simon Powis after a New York performance to discuss the education behind their playing. Their stories connect early lessons in Qingdao, intensive work with Professor Chen Zhi, and further study with Manuel Barrueco at Peabody. The interview...
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Travel and Music Practice
Travel and Music Practice In this episode of The CGC Podcast, Simon Powis talks about travel and music practice. Specifically how to get the most of your travel time. Travel is part of modern life. Whether it is to visit family, for work, vacation, or study, it seems that as a society we travel...
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CGC 075: Announcing CGC 2.0!
After many months of hard work we are proud to reveal the next evolution of the CGC Academy. There are so many additions and improvements we are calling it CGC 2.0! The post CGC 075: Announcing CGC 2.0! appeared first on Classical Guitar Corner.
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CGC 074 : Scott Tennant
Scott Tennant joins Simon Powis at Ben Verdery’s Maui masterclass for a conversation about the everyday work behind a musical life. The interview moves from the origins of Pumping Nylon to the Los Angeles Guitar Quartet, reading scores for pleasure and learning to share music with other people.…
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CGC 073 : CGC Summer School 2018
A copy of the live stream in the final concert (apologies for the poor audio quality!) The post CGC 073 : CGC Summer School 2018 appeared first on Classical Guitar Corner.
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CGC 072 : Tony Morris and Classical Guitar Alive!
In this episode of The Classical Guitar Corner Podcast, Simon interviews Tony Morris, who hosts the radio show Classical Guitar Alive! Simon and Tony talk about CGA! and its global audience as well as Tony’s work on the script for the film Mangoré about Agustín Barrios Mangoré. You won’t want to...
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CGC 071 : Member Q&A with Michael Clunn
In this episode of The Classical Guitar Corner Podcast, Simon sits down for another Q&A session with CGC Academy member Michael Clunn. Michael recently submitted his Level 1 Certificate Course submission and has been a member for a little more than two years now. He’s an active member of the...
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CGC 070 : Dave Belcher
In this episode of The Classical Guitar Corner Podcast, Simon interviews . . . well, me! This was a fun conversation, mostly discussing what I do as the Community Manager at CGC, but also touches on some other topics you may find interesting, like the intersection of music and spirituality, and...
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CGC 069 : Scales Challenge!
In this episode of The Classical Guitar Corner Podcast, Simon offers a sneak peek into one of the live sessions at the CGC Academy. This session was a wrap-up of our monthly member challenge, focused on scales. Enjoy this session where we walk through some of the tangible progress students have...
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CGC 068 : Member Q&A with Martha Kreipke
In this episode of The Classical Guitar Corner Podcast, Simon sits down for a Q&A with CGC Academy member Martha Kreipke. There are some great topics in here, including whether the use of language like “mistakes” and “bad habits” (something I’m guilty of!) might not be the best language to convey...
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CGC 067 : Information Overload
Information Overload In episode 067 of The CGC Podcast, Simon discusses information overload. I recently had a really great trip back to Australia for two weeks and had the opportunity to meet with about 8 members of Classical Guitar Corner Academy, to hang out and talk and eat and drink beers…
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CGC 066 : Connie Sheu
Connie Sheu joins Simon Powis to discuss teaching, performing and creating opportunities for people to encounter classical guitar. The conversation connects detailed work on sound with the wider questions of repertoire, collaboration and musical community. Her projects at the time included online...
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