Speed bursts on the second string

Learning Tremolo for Classical Guitar through Recuerdos de la Alhambra

Once you feel comfortable with the tremolo technique on the first string, move it to the second string. I employ the speed burst method on the 2nd string as well. I also came across another neat way to practice tremolo on one string or with the thumb on another string.

If, for example, you are practicing the tremolo on the first string (with the thumb playing the first string as well) consider using another finger besides the thumb to play the downbeat.

For example, instead of

p-a-m-i-p-a-m-i (with "p" falling on the downbeat) try

a-m-i-p-a-m-i-p (with "a" falling on the downbeat)

Change it up and start with the "m" and "i" as well

Example of speed bursts on 2nd string

Speed bursts captured on audio

Learning Tremolo for Classical Guitar through Recuerdos de la Alhambra

I recorded myself doing some speed bursts as described in Day 6 just so everyone gets the point. Sometimes, it is difficult to express in words exactly what I am doing. As you listen, you will hear progressively longer and longer speed bursts which is what you should build up to. When I get to the point where I am doing really long speed bursts at a decent tempo then it will be time to add the left hand.

Click here to listen to speed bursts