Classical Guitar: No. 390, Summer 2018

On the Cover:A rare interview with the prolific Cuban composer, arranger, and conductorLeo Brouwer.

Special Focus:String & Accessories,including a fascinating history of nylon strings, theuse of caposin flamenco and classical guitar, and a roundup of helpfulguitar accessories, including apps.

Features:An in-depth look atRecording Classical Guitarfeaturing interviews with engineersJohn Taylor, Norbert Kraft,andRicardo Marui; 20 years of New Yorks 92nd Street Y Art of the Guitar series; a profile of Latin Grammy-winning Spanish guitaristMabel Milln; a comprehensive look at vintageJapanese classical guitars.

Lessons:Tutorial on playingNapolon CostesEtude No. 23.

Reviews:Albums byAlan Rinehart, Kazu Suwa, Mak Grgic, Syvie Proulx,and more; sheet music of works byPiazzolla(arranged byRoland Dyens),Joaqun Rodrigo, Srgio Assad, Joo Luiz,and others.

Gear:La Caadaguitar based on a classicAntonio de Torresmodel.