Carcassi, Matteo – Opus 60, Nr. 7 (Free Score)
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A free critical edition of Carcassi’s Op. 60 No. 7 for solo classical guitar, edited by Dr. Sam Desmet, who has also recorded the piece for streaming platforms. Part of the ongoing Carcassi: Reimagined project.
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Carcassi — Étude No. 7, Op. 60 (Free Solo Edition)
About the piece: Matteo Carcassi’s 25 Studies, Op. 60 remain a cornerstone of classical guitar pedagogy nearly two centuries after their publication, and Etude No. 7 is built to develop right-hand speed: the same finger-alternation pattern is drilled on a single string first, then carried across multiple strings, all while the thumb keeps an independent melodic bass line moving underneath. It rewards focused right-hand speed work without losing control of that bass line — a natural bridge toward faster passagework in more demanding repertoire.
Edition notes
- Composer: Matteo Carcassi
- Genre: Classical, Study/Etude
- Instrumentation: Solo Guitar
- Level: Intermediate
- Notation: Treble clef, standard notation
- Format: PDF download
- Edition: Critical edition by Dr. Sam Desmet — fingerings and dynamics added
Hear it
This etude has been recorded by Sam Desmet, also available on YouTube Music, Pandora, and other streaming platforms.
Part of the Carcassi: Reimagined project
This etude also has a guitar-duo “Reimagined” arrangement — Carcassi’s original paired with a new second-guitar part by Troy Gifford, recorded by Sam Desmet and Troy Gifford — featured in Fingerstyle Guitar Journal. Read more on the Carcassi: Reimagined project page.
Like this piece? The full duo arrangement is available as part of the Carcassi: Reimagined Op. 60 Duo Collection — five etudes, sold as one collection.
FAQ
Is this arrangement free to use in teaching and recitals?
Yes — this is a free critical edition intended for study and performance use.
What level is Etude No. 7?
Intermediate. The student should already have solid single-string finger alternation and be ready to build speed while keeping an independent bass line steady.
Is there a duo version?
Yes — see the Carcassi: Reimagined Op. 60 Duo Collection above, featuring a second-guitar part, composed by Troy Gifford.
ZBYNEK JONAK (verified owner) –
Carcassi’s guitar music successfully endured the test of time and therefore is above and beyond my evaluation. My gratitude goes to Dr. Desmet for enabling amateur guitar players like myself to access Carcassi’s music and enjoy its beauty as well as its challenges.
Being contacted by Dr. Desmet via email to follow up on my download of the score clearly shows his deep interest in music not only as a performer, but also as an educator.