Somewhere Over the Rainbow – Israel Kamakawiwoʻole
One of the most popular songs for the Ukulele is Somewhere Over the Rainbow. Now we can make use of the Cuatro to play this
Topics for learning to play the Venezuelan Cuatro and musical techniques related to the instrument.
One of the most popular songs for the Ukulele is Somewhere Over the Rainbow. Now we can make use of the Cuatro to play this
The figure of E Minor is widely used and there are several variations to it along the fretboard. For some reason, we refer to it
The Chipola is a sub-genre of the more widely known Joropo. The sub-genres are typically due to following a particular progression although the rhythm is
The D7 figure can be played in different ways with the Cuatro by making use of either the bar or applying all fingers to the
What is it that we mean when considering a figure? We are referring to the positioning of the fingers in different frets to create chords.
Previously we have viewed a lesson on the techniques involved in the silencing of chords to provide a percussive effect with the Cuatro. In this
Why would the strum be called the V? This has to do with the form your fingers take whenever playing this strum. By placing your
One of the great aspects of the Cuatro is making use of it’s percussive qualities. This is mostly known for the frenados which imitate the
When many think of music from the Caribbean, they often think of Calypso. This swinging and sensational music can be played on the Cuatro and
We have previously taken a look at the Cuban Son in its first position. Now we will take a closer look at the Cuban Son