Bossa Nova Song: Besame Mucho
Besame Mucho is a popular song by Mexican composer Consuelo Velazquez. Learn simple bossa nova style guitar chords.
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Introduction: Bossa Nova
A brief introduction to the bossa nova style and recommendations for first exercises and songs on the guitar.
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Introduction: Bossa Nova Rhythm
Joao Gilberto is the father of bossa nova guitar and plays a basic backing pattern on many of his recordings. Learn the basic rhythm.
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Introduction: Bossa Nova Chords
The well-known chords for song accompaniment on the guitar form an excellent basis for learning the typical Bossa Nova chords.
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Here’s that rainy day | Wes Montgomery
Wes Montgomery is the most influential Jazz guitar player of all time. Here is a transcription and analysis to his arrangement of the Jazz-Standard "Here's That Rainy Day" in the Bossa Nova style.
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James | Pat Metheny
Pat Metheny is one of todays most succesful jazz artists, with many Grammy Awards and best-selling records to his name.…
Etude #1 | Villa-Lobos
The legendary Andres Segovia performing one of the most played Etudes for Classical Guitar.
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Dindi | Tom Jobim
Dindi is a bossa nova song by Brazilian composer Antonio Carlos Jobim. Learn a basic guitar arrangement.
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Por Una Cabeza | Carlos Gardel
Por Una Cabeza is a famous song by Argentine tango singer Carlos Gardel. Learn the melody on the guitar!
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Estudio in E-Minor | Tarrega
This Etude in Em by Francisco Tarrega is a great introduction to classical guitar music.
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Tico Tico | Zequinha Abreu
The melody of Tico Tico is a typical example of the choro style - a virtuosic, almost solo-like melodic line that drives the music without respite.
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A Paz | Gilberto Gil
Gilberto Gil has an amazing resume. In addition to his career as a musician, he also served as Minister of Culture…
Introduction: Jazz
The origins of jazz music lie in swing - groovy, danceable music that was also influenced by the guitar. Learn more about it!
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Introduction: Musical Notation
An introduction to the basics of music theory. Particularly suitable for guitarists and those interested in bossa nova.
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