Sergio Assad 24 Studies Jun 2026

: Assad incorporates complex, multi-layered Afro-Brazilian rhythms, such as the

With great pleasure I share with you another study from Sérgio Assad's masterpiece 24 studies for guitar written for me. YouTube·João Luiz Guinguiana by Sérgio Assad - João Luiz, guitar sergio assad 24 studies

Both collections are published by . The 24 Preludios Chopinianos are available in four separate books: They prepare the player for the entire modern

Unlike many pedagogical works that dryly isolate a skill, Assad’s 24 Studies invite the guitarist into a world of color, groove, and narrative. They prepare the player for the entire modern repertoire—from Piazzolla to Dyens—while offering a distinctly Brazilian voice. Today, they are increasingly heard in competitions, masterclasses, and recitals as encores or short sets. Assad arranges them in ascending 5ths (C, G, D, A, E

The keys are not random. Assad arranges them in ascending 5ths (C, G, D, A, E...), allowing the guitarist to gradually shift their hand position around the fretboard systematically.

Bossa Nova chord voicing and jazz-influenced extensions.

While historical etudes by European masters like Fernando Sor or Mauro Giuliani emphasize Western classical harmony and scale patterns, Assad’s collection demands a radically different physical approach. The technical core of these studies focuses on: