Mexican influence on classical guitar

by Jujubeans
(B'ham, UK)

I was wondering if there is a Mexican influence on classical guitar. Although a lot of the old spanish masterpieces are great the main reasons I want to play classical is after listening to either flamenco or some more modern day Mexican guitar.

I don't wish to grow my nails long so would learning flamenco at 25 years old with short nails be a little ambitious.

Please reply.

Hi Jujubeans,

I'm not an expert on Flamenco but I'm sure they take as much care of their nails as classical guitarists do. They are quite meticulous in preparing their nail length and surface quality i.e. filing and shaping their nails.

As for being ambitious, I myself started playing classical guitar at about 24 years of age and have made good progress over the years (if this is not too boastful :)) with the aid of persistence, application, desire and an open heart and mind in terms of listening and learning.

I hope this is of help.

Kind regards,
Trevor M.