Partido Alto
Partido Alto is originally the name for a style of samba music. The term describes a special rhythm that is very popular in Brazilian Music. Learn it on Guitar!
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Syncopation
In classical music theory, syncopation means a shift in the rhythmic emphasis from a heavy to a light beat. Learn more about basic syncopation!
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Syncopation II : Off-Beat-Phrasing
Much of today's pop music, as well as Afro-American music such as jazz or bossa nova, make use of syncopation. Learn more about it!
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The Clave
Information and exercises on the clave rhythms in Son, Bossa Nova & Rumba and their application 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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