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GuitarsOnline
June 2022 Newsletter
Classical and Flamenco Guitar is our passion!
Live performances are back - time to ENJOY!
We've been starved of live classical and flamenco performances over the past few years. Now that the world is returning to some normality, in this "welcome back" newsletter, we've got some stunning classical and flamenco performances to showcase for you.
Plus, it's probably also time for a bit of a refresher on what's new with the GuitarsOnline classical and flamenco products.
(PS - I'm heading off shortly to Spain to seek out new luthiers and meet up with our existing partners - anything special you'd like me to pick up for you?)
(PSS - while many are struggling with delays and supply chain stock problems, remember that we're fully stocked - with regular air shipments arriving, to ensure we can fully support all our customers.)
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What are we excited about?
- performances, performances, performances!
PERFORMANCE SHOWCASE - CLASSICAL
- Slava and Leonard Grigoryan - "This is Us" Performance - Inspired by iconic Australian objects from National Museum of Australia, the Grigoryan Brothers were commissioned to create a musical vision of what it means to be Australian.
We're honoured to have them perform three of these pieces for us all to enjoy.
Click here for all the details
- Giuseppe Zangari Performances Over the Easter break period this year we traveled north to Sydney with our newly arrived Antonio Pinto Carvallo range.
While there, we met with Giuseppe Zangari from the Sydney Guitar School at his studio to evaluate and record all the newly arrived models.
Click here for all the details
- Daniel Nistico Performance We were also lucky enough to have Daniel Nistico record a stunning piece on one of our new Prudencio Saez G9/2M giutars - enjoy!
Click here for all the details
- Thomas Lorenzo - Compare and Contrast We're often asked by students how they are able to compare the sounds and performances of the same piece on different guitars.
Now, it may be easy, comparing a $500 guitar to a $10000 concert model, but recently Thomas Lorenzo put three sub-$500 guitars to the test - sequentially playing the guitars across a single piece.
Click here for all the details
PERFORMANCE SHOWCASE - FLAMENCO
- Alejandro Florez and Senes Flamenco Trio We recently had a breathtaking afternoon with Senes Flamenco Trio - Alejandro Florez, Aya Kitaoji, Luke Koszanski.
Between Alejandro and Luke on flamenco guitar, Luke and Aya with the cajon, and Aya on palmas, the energy generated was incredible!
They recorded a dozen or more pieces during the performance, on our new range of Antonio Pinto, Felipe Conde and Prudencio Saez flamenco guitars.
Click here for all the details
PRODUCT NEWS
- I'm Travelling on a Buying Trip to Spain Shortly - What can I Bring You Back?
- After two-and-a-half years of restrictions and lockdowns, this year we will returning to Spain, seeking out the best guitars makers in the leading Spanish guitar cities of Granada, Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia.
So what’s your dream guitar? Is there something special you are seeking? We’re here to help and while on site with makers can discuss your requirements.
Click here for more details
STUDENTS - WHAT SHOULD YOU LOOK FOR IN YOUR FIRST GUITAR
- We've At GuitarsOnline we know that today’s students are tomorrow’s concert performers. I'm often asked for recommendations as to the best guitars for students, so here are my thoughts. In this article, I’m going to focus on what you should be looking for in a student guitar, for the first 2-3 years of your classical guitar journey. Click here for more details
UPCOMING NEWS AND EVENTS
- Senes Flamenco Trio - Upcoming Live Performances - 9-June, 24-June plus more,
- Final of XV Alhambra International Guitar Competition - 10 June
- Thomas Lorenzo in Concert - 17 June - Wollongong
- In the stunning intimate surrounds of the Wollongong Cathedral and South Sydney Uniting Church join Thomas and his guests for the premiere of his latest album: Lamento..
Click for more details
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- Giuseppe Zangari - Mon, June 20 7:00 AM, AEST
Virtual International Classical Guitar Concert
As part of RC Strings Artists Guitar Concert Series
- The Adelaide International Guitar Festival is Back - 9 - 24 July!
And GuitarsOnline is going to be there!
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Ever wondered how that special guitar would take your playing to the next level?
Give Pierre a call on 0410 707 338 and let him explain the best options.
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PERFORMANCE SHOWCASE RECORDINGS
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Slava and Leonard Grigoryan
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Grigoryan Brothers - Love Token - This is Us
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Love Token: A response to a convict coin
Inspired by convict love token, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan's Love Token is a musical response to an engraved convict coin.
Engraved coins like this one are known as “love tokens” and were gifted as mementos to loved ones. The coin is housed in the collection of the National Museum of Australia.
Smoothing and engraving a coin with a message of affection was one of the few ways a convict could leave a memento with a loved one in England.
This token, inscribed in 1819, bears the words, "Dear brother when you see this remember me when I am far away."
— Curator, National Museum of Australia
To listen to the whole This is Us performance showcase, please click here
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Over the Easter break period this year we traveled north to Sydney with our newly arrived Antonio Pinto Carvallo range.
While there, we met with Giuseppe Zangari from the Sydney Guitar School at his studio to evaluate and record all the newly arrived models.
Thank you, Giuseppe, for your wonderful hospitality, good times and inspiring playing!
For more information on Sydney Guitar School, please click here
So, this month, we've selected a number of pieces for your enjoyment! |
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Guitar: Antonio Pinto 1 Koa Koa Open Pore
Composition: Tiempo de Zamba, Lección No. 39, libro No. 2- Julio Sagreras-
Performed by: Giuseppe Zangari
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Guitar: Antonio Pinto 1C OP Solid Cedar (3/4 size)
Composition: Early Spring from Guitar for Everyone! - Richard Lenz-
Performed by: Giuseppe Zangari
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After enjoying this performance, I urge you to also join Giuseppe in his international virtual concertr performance on Monday June 20 at 7:00am AEST, as part of the RC Strings Artists Guitar Concert Series.
GIUSEPPE ZANGARI: Classical Guitar Concert. RC Strings Artists Guitar Concert Series
Sun, June 19 11:00 PM, CEST
(Mon, June 20 7:00 AM, AEST)
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Guitar: Prudencio Saez G9/2M
Composition: Lob der Thranen (Praise of Tears) by Franz Schubert, arr. J.K. Mertz
Performed by: Daniel Nistico
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We were also lucky enough to have Daniel Nistico record a stunning piece on one of our new Prudencio Saez G9/2M giutars - enjoy!
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Thomas Lorenzo - Compare & contrast
Put your ear to the test!
Three guitars, one piece
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We're often asked by students how they are able to compare the sounds and performances of the same piece on different guitars.
Now, it may be easy, comparing a $500 guitar to a $10000 concert model, but recently Thomas Lorenzo put three sub-$500 guitars to the test - sequentially playing the guitars across a single piece.
Very clever playing (and editing!!)
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Alejandro Florez and Senes Flamenco Trio
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We recently had a breathtaking afternoon with Senes Flamenco Trio - Alejandro Florez, Aya Kitaoji, Luke Koszanski.
We have been lucky to have Alejandro record with us before, but it's the first time that we've had the group together.
Between Alejandro and Luke on flamenco guitar, Luke and Aya with the cajon, and Aya on palmas, the energy generated was incredible!
They recorded a dozen or more pieces during the performance, on our new range of Antonio Pinto, Felipe Conde and Prudencio Saez flamenco guitars.
Today, we've presenting four pieces for you to enjoy.
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Alejandro Florez, Aya Kitaoji, Luke Koszanski
Performing : Alegrias
Guitar : Antonio Pinto 5F Flamenco
More about this guitar
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Alejandro Florez, Aya Kitaoji, Luke Koszanski
Performing : Tangos Flamencos
Guitar : Antonio Pinto 5F CW
More about this guitar
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Guitar: Antonio Pinto 1F
Composition: “Mar y Flor”
Performed by: Alejandro Florez (guitar), Luke Koszanski (cajon), Aya Kitaoji (palmas)
More about this guitar
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Guitar: Antonio Pinto 5F CW, Antonio Pinto 5F
Composition: Al Juanete
Performed by: Alejandro Florez (guitar), Aya Kitaoji (cajon), Luke Koszanski (guitar)
More about this guitar
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We're fully stocked - But don't miss out!
While many are struggling with delays and supply chain stock problems, remember that we're fully stocked - with regular air shipments arriving, to ensure we can fully support all our customers.
So, while we've got our full range in stock, all guitars and accessories are selling fast - so, please don't miss out.
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I'm Travelling on a Buying Trip to Spain Shortly - What can I Bring You Back?
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Can I be your personal shopper?
After two-and-a-half years of restrictions and lockdowns, this year we will returning to Spain, seeking out the best guitars makers in the leading Spanish guitar cities of Granada, Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia. We will also be heading to Portugal to meet with traditional Spanish guitar builders Antonio Pinto Carvallo who are building us superb affordable guitars.
So what’s your dream guitar? Is there something special you are seeking? A particular tone or maker you’re interested in? We’re here to help and while on site with makers can discuss your requirements.
While in Spain, we will meet with our existing guitar-makers such as Alhambra, Angel Benito Aguado and Felipe Conde. We will also meet with our new maker Prudencio Saez, who are emerging as a powerhouse in blending traditional Spanish guitar quality of build and tone-wood selection with Australian Lattice bracing – a superb combination.
We will also be visiting leading Spanish guitar stores to check out possible new makers, brands and models and while there will also meet with established concert guitar builders such as Paulino Bernabe as well as newly emerging makers like Elias Bonet. It’s going to be a busy trip!
We’ve made good use of time at home, expanding our range with guitars from Vicente Carrillo as well as importing strings and accessories from Barcelona and Royal Classics.
We also hope to meeting performers such as Jose Miguel Moreno and Jacob Cordover and recording music performances and impressions as we travel and bringing it all back to you. Of course we’d love to take you with us, but luggage limits don’t stretch that far!
So, if you've got your eye on something special that we can add to our range of:
Classical,
Flamenco,
Brazilian 7-string and specialised guitars
Crossover and cutaways,
Lattice and double top, or
Acoustic steel string
Or, something we can add to our Exclusive Classical Collection and our Exclusive Flamenco Collection
Give me a call Pierre 0410 708 338 to discuss, and let us know if there is a special guitar you would like us to pick up for you as we buy our stock for this coming year.
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STUDENTS
What Should You Look for in Your First Guitar?
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At GuitarsOnline we know that today’s students are tomorrow’s concert performers.
So for students beginning their classical guitar journey, it’s critical to begin on the right path.
I'm often asked for recommendations as to the best guitars for students, so here are my thoughts, together with input from some of our renowned classical guitar teachers.
In this article, I’m going to focus on what you should be looking for in a student guitar, for the first 2-3 years of your classical guitar journey.
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A guide to our new quality entry level Guitar options
To meet customer demand for quality entry-level guitars that deliver great tone, playability (and that do not break the bank!) we source a wide variety of brands and models.
As well as our Alhambra range, we are pleased to offer our new brand, Antonio Pinto Carvallo (APC). These guitars are proving popular, with models available from $290 RRP, and include a solid top at $399, cutaways from $699.
Here are specs and video demos at the bottom of each guitar page:
APC and Alhambra are the largest and most popular guitar makers in the most competitive guitar market in the world i.e. Spain.
Together APC and Alhambra offer unbeatable cost-effective ranges from entry level to concert models; they also offer a point of difference of being made in the home of the guitar - the Iberian Peninsula.
You of course may be able to buy cheaper - but not better. And remember: the Antonio Pinto and Alhambra brands offer ergonomic necks for easy playing as well as traditional Spanish craftmanship, superb tone woods and light resonant finishes for superb tone.
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FINAL of the 15th Edition of CIGA
Friday 10th June at 18:00 PM
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Thomas Lorenzo in Concert
A Soul Nourishing Experience
June 17th – 7 p.m
South Sydney Uniting Church June 24th – 7 p.m – Wollongong Cathedral
Thomas Lorenzo is a celebrated Flamenco Jazz Guitarist and Composer.
In the stunning intimate surrounds of the Wollongong Cathedral and South Sydney Uniting Church join Thomas and his guests for the premiere of his latest album: Lamento.
His compositions blend the melodic and harmonic language of jazz with the staggering rhythmic virtuosity of traditional flamenco.
The spectator will immerse in a celebration of music from the heart where live visceral dynamics and the constant invention will regenerate and replenish their souls.
June 17th – 7 p.m – South Sydney Uniting Church June 24th – 7 p.m – Wollongong Cathedral
Tickets: https://www.thomaslorenzo.com.au/flamenco-spanish-guitarist-in-concert-thomas-lorenzo/
Video link: https://youtu.be/7AIMF84l10Q
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Mon, June 20 7:00 AM, AEST
(timed for international audience)
GIUSEPPE ZANGARI - VIRTUAL INTERNATIONAL CONCERT
Classical Guitar Concert.
RC Strings Artists Guitar Concert Series
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I absolutely love the music in this programme. A beautiful mix of works by Emilia Giuliani-Guglielmi, Antonio Lauro, Andrew Chubb with popular songs and dances from Spain and Argentina!
I hope you can all join me in this virtual experience.
Thank you to RC Strings from Valencia, Spain, for hosting this concert.
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The Adelaide International Guitar Festival is Back!
GuitarsOnline is going to be there exhibiting from Fri 22 July - Sun 24 July.
So, if you're in town for the event, drop in and pay us a visit. And if you'd like us to bring something special for you, please give me a call!
The Adelaide International Classical Guitar Competition is the most prestigious guitar competition in the Southern Hemisphere and has provided career-launching opportunities for eight incredible young guitarists - so don't miss the final on Sun 24-July:
For more information, and to visit their website, please click here:
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Bring your guitar to life!
A full range of classical and flamenco guitar strings - for every player and every guitar.
Now available to buy online
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Our StringsOnline range now comprises:
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FREE String Consultation Service
Free String Consultation Service
Still unsure? Want to improve the sound of your guitar, but not sure which string is best for you?
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GuitarsOnline - Rising Star Award
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Teachers - Recommend your students for consideration
About the GuitarsOnline Rising Star Award
The GuitarsOnline Rising Star Award is a new, but prestigious recognition of up-and-coming guitar talent - at the core of the GuitarsOnline commitment to identifying, supporting and developing the next generation of classical and flamenco guitar performers.
The winner of each quarterly award will be recorded and featured as part of GuitarsOnline Performance Showcase, YouTube channel and also will have the opportunity of performing at the GuitarsOnline concert series and recitals.
Students, their representatives and their teachers are invited to nominate guitar talent for consideration.
Please click through to our contact area here, to nominate your student.
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GuitarsOnline.com.au
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