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Please note that "Slap and Tap Explorations" is not suitable for absolute beginners.
Prior knowledge of basic guitar playing and music theory is highly recommended to fully understand and benefit from the techniques presented here.
However, if you are a beginner in percussive acoustic guitar playing, this book can be a great starting point for you, as long as you have some basic knowledge of guitar playing.
It's an excellent resource for expanding your skills and exploring new possibilities in percussive acoustic guitar playing.
Arpan Sen
Arpan Sen is a highly acclaimed musician who has been associated with several prominent institutions of music for several years. He has also collaborated and worked with renowned musicians, which has added to his versatility and creativity.
One of the unique aspects of Arpan's compositions is his use of unconventional time signatures. He believes that music should be an expression of oneself, and his compositions reflect this philosophy. Arpan's complete set of musical experience is within acoustic guitar, where he uses eight-finger tapping with his right hand and the left hand for bass, melody, and harmony.
Although this hand combination can be interchanged, Arpan's intention is always to create a combination of musical notes that express his thoughts. He also uses the body of the guitar for adding the percussive element, which gives the effect of different musical instruments being played with only one single guitar. Arpan dabbles with sounds and weaves patterns that reflect his inner self.
The strings of the guitar give voice to his unexpressed feelings, and he uses some established micro-techniques, as well as some he has created himself, in the process of trying to create something new and different.
In addition to his extensive experience with prominent music institutions and collaborations with renowned musicians, Arpan Sen has also founded an online school where he has taught more than thousands of students throughout his lifetime. Arpan's passion for music is infectious, and his dedication to teaching and sharing his knowledge and expertise with aspiring musicians has made a significant impact on the music community.
