We can create a moody, dramatic, “fluttery” effect (that is actually used in flamenco guitar) by playing the flamenco tremolo technique starting on the second note of the pattern: i – a – m – i – p. 

For example, you may heard this before:

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Two Exciting Guitar Concepts

For many flamenco guitar students, the most intriguing and intimidating flamenco form is Bulerías, a syncopated 12-count rhythm played at a fast tempo. The rhythmic twists and turns and technique requirements for Bulerías tend to be more challenging...

Two of My Favorite Spanish Guitar Things

From the Spanish classical realm

If I had to pick the most famous and recognizable musical theme from the Spanish classical guitar canon, I would probably choose Leyenda by Isaac Albeñiz. Also known as Asturias (from his Suite Española),...