Microtonal Guitar Music - Techniques and Traditions

Explore the fascinating world of microtonal guitar music through a captivating performance and educational session at The Microtonal Village Symposium in New York 2024. Delve into various music traditions that incorporate microtones as Fernando Perez showcases his expertise on a classical Spanish nylon string guitar. Discover the intricacies of achieving microtones through alternative tunings, guitar bending techniques, fretlets, and even slide guitar on nylon strings. Gain insights into the significance of microtones in different musical cultures and learn why they are essential for authentic and faithful interpretations. Understand the pros and cons of various microtonal methods as Perez demonstrates and explains each technique. This hour-long performance and educational session covers a diverse range of styles, including Arabic, Flamenco, Chinese, Japanese, and Indian guitar music, offering a comprehensive exploration of world music through the lens of microtonal guitar playing.