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Fred's solo performance was filmed this summer from the "Guitarists of the Big Apple" concert series sponsored by the New York Guitar Seminar at Mannes and a video of it can now be seen here on YouTube.

In addition to his college teaching and master classes, Mr. Hand has appeared in two highly regarded instructional videos: Classical Guitar: Technique and Musicianship and Classical Guitar: Seven Easy Pieces.

Classical Guitar: Technique and Musicianship DVD coverIn this DVD, Mr. Hand explores the fundamental principles of classical guitar technique, such as posture, relaxation, fingernail shaping, and the correct application of the free and rest strokes. The 75-minute DVD includes John Dowland's "Lady Hunnsden's Puffe," a dance by Gaspar Sanz, and Hand's own "A Celtic Tale," "Heartsong" and "Lesley's Song."

The DVD—and samples from it—are available at Homespun Video.

The DVD comes with a booklet.

Classical Guitar: Seven Easy Pieces DVD cover The seven works taught on this DVD are among the best-known student pieces. Mr. Hand deconstructs each piece, pointing out possible trouble spots and sharing important tips on technique and interpretation. He demonstrates such elements as ornamentation; slurs; rhythmic and melodic subtleties; timbral shadings; and the importance of correct plucking strokes.

The DVD—and samples from it—are available at Homespun Video.

The DVD is 75 minutes long and comes with a booklet.