Buy the Schott edition (Segovia arrangement). Practice your rasgueado slowly for two weeks before attempting full tempo. And most importantly—let the music dance. This is party music, not a study etude.
Las Bodas de Luis Alonso (Guitar Sheet Music) is a five-star piece in a four-star packaging —depending entirely on which edition you buy. If you invest in the Segovia or a similarly professional transcription, you will own one of the most joyful, technically rewarding works in the Spanish guitar canon. If you grab a free, messy PDF, you will likely give up in frustration. Las Bodas De Luis Alonso Partituras Para Guitarra
Advanced classical/flamenco guitarists, conservatory students, and performers seeking a lively encore piece. Buy the Schott edition (Segovia arrangement)
Overall Rating: ★★★★☆ (4.5/5)
For guitarists who love the rich, rhythmic tapestry of Spanish folk music, Gerónimo Giménez’s Intermedio from the zarzuela Las Bodas de Luis Alonso is an essential piece of the repertoire. Originally scored for orchestra, this lively zapateado has become a classic encore piece for flamenco and classical guitarists alike. This review examines the standard published transcriptions available for solo guitar (notably those by Andrés Segovia, or modern editions derived from his work). This is party music, not a study etude