The classical guitar repertoire is usually divided into ancient music, classical and romantic music and modern and contemporary music. Sometimes to relax with the classical guitar we can play pop songs that are not the repertoire taught in conservatories, but they are catchy and pleasant to play. Here are 10 pop songs for classical guitar to enjoy playing the guitar.
Shape of my Heart – Sting
Beautiful song to play with classical guitar, which will certainly give you great satisfaction.
Romance, from Sor to Narciso Yepes
There are many versions of this tune, which pass to Fernando Sor, Francisco Tarrega and arrive at Narciso Yepes.
Bourrée in E minor – Bach
A popular lute piece, the fifth movement from Suite in E minor for Lute, BWV 996 (BC L166) written by Johann Sebastian Bach. This piece is arguably one of the most famous pieces among guitarists.
Pop Classical Guitar – Hello (Adele)
This is a romantic ballad, so that you can pay to an effective interpretation of the classical guitar.
The Beatles: Michelle
Beutiful song of The Bealtes production. French words and sophisticated chords make Mechelle a very soft piece, suitable for playing with classical guitar.
Is There Anybody Out There? – Pink Floyd
A song from the Pink Floyd album “The Wall”. The second half of the song is an instrumental classical guitar solo.
Wonderful Tonight – Eric Clapton
“Wonderful Tonight” is still very successful. The evening atmospheres of this song make it very beautiful even played at the classic guitar.
Tears In Heaven – Eric Clapton
Another best song by Eric Clapton. Playing this song with classical guitar means playing a piece of Pop Rock history.
Ain’t No Sunshine – Bill Withers
“Ain’t No Sunshine” is a song by Bill Withers that is well suited to a version for classical guitar and fingerstyle with melody and chords, not difficult but satisfying.
Keep Your Head Up – Ben Howard
Keep Your Head Up is a song by British singer-songwriter Ben Howard. This piece presents an interesting guitar arpeggio…
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