06 May 2011

The Economist: Fingersmith

By The Economist, 28 April 2011.


In the recent issue of The Economist, it has been suggested that the classical guitar is experiencing a revival.


This short article looks at how performers, technology, financial uncertainty, electric guitars and pop music are shaping the classical guitar scene.


Although its just a brief article, what intrigues me is why The Economist decides to do an article.
"The honesty of this way of music-making makes the guitar supreme. It’s so personal and delicate." - Milos Karadaglic
 I agree that the guitar is an extremely intimate instrument.  The classical guitar, with its nylon strings, warm sound and various techniques makes it all the more intimate and sensitive.


Check out the original article at: http://www.economist.com/node/18617908