Classical Guitar

Класична гітара

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The classical guitar is a six-string plucked instrument with nylon strings, played with the fingers (no pick). A universal solo instrument from the Baroque to the present day.

The classical guitar in its modern form was shaped by the Spanish master Antonio de Torres (1817–1892), who enlarged the body and created its classic figure-of-eight shape. Nylon strings (replacing the older gut) appeared in the 1940s, giving the characteristic warm, matte timbre.

The guitar repertoire is vast: from the Renaissance (lute, vihuela) through the Baroque (Bach in transcriptions) to virtuoso works by Sor, Tárrega, Villa-Lobos, and Rodrigo. The legendary Spanish guitarist Andrés Segovia proved in the 20th century that any serious music can be played on classical guitar. In Ukraine a strong guitar school is developing: performers such as Ivan Shamo and Marko Topchii win international competitions.

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Classical Guitar

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The classical guitar is a six-string plucked instrument with nylon strings, played with the fingers (no pick). A universal solo instrument from the Baroque to the present day.

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