Francisco Tárrega

Francisco Tárrega was a highly influential Spanish composer and virtuoso guitarist of the Romantic period, often called the 'father of modern classical guitar'.Born in Villarreal, Spain, Tárrega overcame childhood blindness to become a guitar prodigy. He studied at the Madrid Conservatory, initially focusing on piano before dedicating himself entirely to the guitar. His compositions, transcriptions, and technical innovations fundamentally shaped modern guitar technique and repertoire....

Julián Arcas was a highly influential Spanish guitarist, composer, and teacher, considered a key figure in the development of the modern classical guitar tradition during the Romantic era.Born in Almería, Spain, Arcas demonstrated exceptional guitar talent early. He toured extensively throughout Spain and internationally (including England and Portugal), achieving fame as a virtuoso performer. His compositions blended classical forms with Spanish folk and flamenco elements....