Topic Category: Genre

Take a close look at this revision lesson topic as we will take you through the progression of the Periquera. The progression is indicated in

So here we go….this will be a bit of an extensive project. Whenever trying to play any piece, we have to not only memorize the

The progression of the Gavilan rhythm is very simple and easy to follow. Within the video demonstration, you will see both the usage of the

Galerón is one of the other Genres that originally formed the Parang. We will learn how to play it with our Cuatro.

Let’s learn our second genre, a very important genre called Joropo, that original defined how the Parang Genre was going to be played.

Estribillo is a very popular genre that was originally use to create the Parang. Let’s learn it!

Rhythm of Joropo Central The Joropo Central is a very rich rhythm from the Llanos.  It is normally played with Harp, Maracas and the Cuatro. Joropo Central is normally

An extremely complicated strum to perfect, the pulpo strum can be applied perfectly to give an amazing effect to any joropo, vals or a rhythm

The following video demonstrates one of the most recognized techniques used by renowned cuatrista Jorge Glem. The technique is mostly used during his Joropo pieces

The Quitapesares is another part of the Joropo family and follows the rhythm of Joropo Corrio and is played at a high pace at around