John Underhill's Comments

Welcome to the forum.  I'm definitely a fan of Xavier -- I had the luck to audit a class he gave, and I was also inspired to play the Baroque guitar.  One thing about that Sanz recording...  I believe he plays it with no bordones, which many people say is the way Sanz recommends.  In all accounts, Xavier's playing is brilliant and exciting.

Coming from classical to Baroque myself, I can tell you it's pretty tricky to get used to having a G as the lowest ground in your range. I suggest you shy away from pieces you already know on the classical guitar -- it's easier to get used to the different way of thinking.  Also, take the old tablature trick to heart...  In general, let all the notes ring as long as possible.  It really changes the semantics of what you're playing if you don't, and semantics are the biggest confusion when you don't have bordones IMHO.