Antonio Massa Viana • Guitarist
Metrowest Guitar
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Guitars
Although this Cordoba Cadete is usually a little more costly than your average 3/4 Classical Guitar, it is a nicely made instrument with beautiful sound and wood quality. The Yamaha on the right is an economical alternative.
Cordoba Cadete Yamaha CGS 103A
Foot Rests
Guitar Strings
I use and recommend D'Addario Pro-Arte EJ45-3D for Classical Guitars. D'Addario also makes great steel and electric guitar strings.
Tuner
I find Korg usually produces very accurate tuners. I particularly like this Korg model because it is both a tuner and metronome.
Guitar Humidifiers
These are crucial during winter months to keep the wood from drying too much, especially if you own a good instrument. I currently use the Dampit snake, but many of my students have given me nice reviews about the Oasis Humidifier
A-Frame
When practicing, I switch between the A-Frame and the foot stool. It allows me to rest my back and left leg when practicing for many hours.
Recommended books
Aaron Shearer: Learning the Classic Guitar, Part II
Frederick Noad's
Solo Guitar Playing, Vol. 1
Scott Tenant's
Pumping Nylon
Complete Giuliani Studies
Sight Reading for the Guitar