3936About The Portuguese Guitarhttp://www.melomusic.nl/pguitar.htmThe origins and development of the instruments; explains the difference between the Lisbon and Coimbra models, construction, and its role in Fado style.Cittern > Portuguese GuitarDec 11, 2007
The origins and development of the instruments; explains the difference between the Lisbon and Coimbra models, construction, and its role in Fado style.
Composer and guitarist, playing classical and Portuguese guitar. Includes a biography, and information about his compositions, recordings and performances (with audio samples).
A historical survey of possible origins for the guitarra; the author argues that its roots lie in the Renaissance cittern and 18th century English guitar; also explores ths instrument's use in Fado.
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