Recognized internationally for his interpretation and fluid, yet powerful flamenco and classic guitar technique, Adam del Monte reveals his practice methods and routine for achieving greater speed in executing picado or rest-stroke scales.

From a reasoned right-hand nail filing system to the proper mindset while practicing, Adam lays out an effective plan for increasing speed while retaining accuracy. 

Endorsed by none other than Angel Romero, this book goes a long way in erasing the seeming boundaries between flamenco and classic guitar playing styles. When rest-stroke speed is no longer an issue, a bit of authentic flamenco fire may blend into your classical technique.

The book ends with three concert-level flamenco selections demonstrating the breath of Adam’s musicality and the importance of developing faster picado scales.

Acknowledgements

Foreword

Introduction

How to Use This Book

Outer Motion Versus Inner Motion

Layers of Qualities to Build Multi-Capable Fingers

Input Mode Versus Output Mode

Different Angles of Planting Your Fingers, Direction of Attack and Pluck

The Importance of Release

Muscle Confusion - Mixing It Up

Go Slooow!

The Power of the Right Visual Image and Its Effect on Your Neurological Process

Nails

Speed

Flamenco Scalathon for Faster Picado Scale

Estudio en Solea por Bulerias

Estudio por Cantiñas

Estudio por Tangos

About the Author

Flamenco Glossary