Enrique Granados 
Spanish Dance No. 5 Andaluza [PDF ebook] 

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Jazz Guitar Styles is an instruction book designed for the guitarist who already knows the fundamentals but wishes to explore the ‘classic’ style of swing-era guitar. It offers a clear, concise intro …