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DENVER, Colo., July 23, 2007 - Masakazu Ito released "Caprichio Árabe" today, a classical guitar performance and teaching DVD from his "My Repertoire Series", produced by Sonata Systems. In Volume I, Ito performs "Capricho Árabe" by Francisco Tárrega, followed by extensive analysis in a master class setting; thorny passages are carefully examined and valuable guidance provided. Experience a master class setting in your home, studying at your own pace.
Do you want to play Caprichio Árabe well? Are you questioning your effectiveness, especially in the difficult passages? Would you make faster progress with expert guidance? If so, this essential volume belongs in your library. The master class includes 70 minutes of comprehensive, insightful instruction. Masa carefully examines every part of Tárrega's famous composition, measure by measure. Follow his musical analysis effortlessly using the interactive score above his shoulder.
Focus is placed on isolation strategies and other learning techniques all students benefit from, regardless of level. Masa emphasizes the fundamental importance of playing in time, teaching proper tempo rubato. Much attention is given to interpreting Tárrega's intentions, particularly in the challenging passages, on fingering, shifts, glissando and other techniques needed to successfully perform Caprichio Árabe.
A trailer for this release is available for review:
To order, please visit the Videography web page at masakazuito.com:
Masakazu Ito is recognized as one of today's top guitarists, acclaimed by musicians, composers, conductors and critics for his mastery of the instrument and its repertoire. Ito is an international performer, teacher, composer and recording artist. He currently holds a teaching position at the University of Denver's Lamont School of Music, where he received a master's degree under the guidance of Ricardo Iznaola.
About Sonata Systems:
Sonata Systems produces creative digital media for the web, TV and film, crafting compelling web, DVD and CD content using the latest technologies.
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