Bulerias Explained - Level 3 - Picado Falseta by Enrique Melchor - PERFORMANCE
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This picado falseta by Enrique Melchor features both the symmetric diminished scale, which is a staple of modern flamenco, and diminished arpeggios, which are somewhat more traditional. You may find you disagree with the fingerings given, which is fine if you find an easier way for you to play the notes, as there are many good alternatives.
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