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Dionisio Aguado y Garcia,

(1784-1849)

One of Spain's most celebrated 19th century guitarists, Aguado was born in Madrid, April 8, 1784 and died there December 20, 1849. His early musical training began with Padre Basilio and later with Manuel Garcia, the noted Spanish tenor. Aguado is mainly known for his guitar tutor, Escuela de Guitarra' and numerous studies and pieces written for solo guitar. He is considered one of the most innovative teachers of the 19th century. In fact, his method of 1843 is considered the forerunner of methods being published in the 20th century. The engraving to the right of this text shows one of Aguado's invention, the `tripodium.' See the translated version of Aguado's method, published by Tecla Editions and realized by Mantanya Ophee.

 

Aguado's Rondo MIDI File



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