ELITE GUITARIST - FORUM

Good morning, Guitarists! I discovered that on August 7th (performance) and 8th (masterclass), Yuri Liberzon will be doing virtual sessions for my Utah State Classical Guitar Society. Since these are online, I would expect that you could participate from anywhere. Here is the link for details: https://www.utahclassicalguitar.org/yuri-liberzon I am fairly new to formal classical guitar (though have played guitar for years -- see my Welcome bio). Yuri's bio makes it appear that he is the consummate professional with mastery of the instrument. Have any of you had experience with him or heard him play? Maybe I will see you there, online! Dan

My Goya guitar was originally used as a nylon-stringed folk instrument, so it has pins at the heal and end for a strap. I have played classic music on it with a foot peddle and have not yet purchased used the guitar support (ErgoplayTruster) recommended in the Beginning Package. I have at times used a stool with raised foot support to enable my left hand to be in the classical position while playing. My strap method provides proper position, frees both hands, and lends security (of accidental drop or bump), so have found it best so far. There are a large world of non-classical guitarists that wouldn't consider any other approach! Back to the question, why not? Are there ergonomic, acoustic, structural, cultural, aesthetic, or investment reasons not to? I am about to purchase a high-end guitar and wonder about having strap pins added. Your advice, please?