What’s the difference between an Ukulele and a Cuatro
So you discovered an instrument called Cuatro and probably know about its resemblance to the Ukulele. The similarities are indeed numerous, but there’s a spectacular difference: In contrast to the Ukulele, the Cuatro’s fourth and last string is tuned to an octave lower, almost as low as the first string. This allows for a wider […]
The Magic of Cuatro: Venezuelan Group Plays Brazilian Samba Classic with no Percussion
Receita de Samba is a popular Brazilian song that took the world by storm. Its catchy rhythm and upbeat melody have been celebrated for years. The percussion in this song is also quite distinctive and plays an important role in the overall sound. Recently, a Venezuelan group consisting solely of cuatro players played Receita de […]
