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LONGAY CONSERVATORY OF GUITAR DOCUMENT : JULY 10, 2010
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This four–year–old demonstrates a stable but relaxed posture and technique as well as focus and concentration. With the help of her mother’s patient, knowlegeable and loving guidance, Maya successfully began her study of the guitar at three years.
Lecuona’s talent for composition has influenced the Latin American world in a way quite similar to George Gershwin in the United States, in his case raising Cuban music to classical status. This arrangement of the famous and popular piece was created by Frank Longay and is available for purchase. (Used by permission.)
These students range in age between 10 and 14 years old. Nearly all began their study of the guitar when they were 3 years old.
This is a solo performance from our 2009 spring concert. This performer is 12 years old and began his study of the guitar when he was 3 years old. He is playing a Kenny Hill, Signature model guitar.
Originally written for piano in G minor, it was first published in Barcelona in 1892 as the opening "Preludio" of a three-movement set entitled Chants d' Espagne. Many have attributed the first transcription for guitar to Francisco Tarrega who put it in its most recognizable key, E minor, and subsequently was made popular by Andres Segovia.
This arrangement is from Book 9 of the Suzuki Guitar School™. (Used by permission.)
This is a transcription by Frank Longay of the Allegro from the famous Concerto for two Violins in D minor by Johann Sebastian Bach. It demonstrates the tremendous versatility of the guitar. The clip features students whose ages range from 11 to 15 years.
The two soloists (in the center of the screen) are playin on two beautifully hand made, 54cm, Tom Malapanis guitars.
These are beautiful ensemble piece of music by the Brazilian composer, Celso Machado.
More information about this piece and other extraordinary music by the composer is available from his website at www.celsomachado.com. (Used by Permission)
This is a selection from the famouse Lute Suite originally in G minor. It was performed at the Showcase Concert as part of the International Suzuki Guitar Festival held in Santa Clara California in July of 2008.
Here is an arrangement, for two guitars, of the famous and beautiful piece by Debussy.
This is a special performance of the famous concerto arranged here by Frank Longay for three guitars with soloist.
Our annual Spring Concert is among the many performance opportunities offered by our school. It features individual soloists, smaller group and ensembles as well as featuring the entire program of Suzuki Students in mass. This brief clip presents "May Song," the fifth song in the Suzuki Guitar School&trade literature. (Used by Permission)
This wonderful romantic piece is from Book 5 of the Suzuki Guitar School&trade literature. (Used by Permission)
This adaptation of this favorite tune was created by Mr. Longay for instilling proper guitar technique and posture.
This piece is a representative example of the music of Mauro Giuliani, one of the premiere guitar composers of the classical period. (Used by Permission)
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