African Guitar Styles

The golden age of African fingerpicking guitar was in the 1950s and 1960s. The great players and recording artists of that time included Jean Bosco Mwenda and Losta Abelo from Zaire and George Mukabi from Kenya. Guitaristsfrom other parts of the world have rarely if ever had a chance to learn their songs and playing techniques. On this DVD their arrangements are taught by John Low who has lived worked and studied with African musicians includingthose mentioned above. There are some interesting links with American guitar styles but there are just as many differences including rhythms borrowed from traditional African music and catchy up-beat patterns. Africanfingerstyle guitar is usually accompanied by rhythms played on a bottle. John Low is accompanied on this DVD by Frans Maathuis and Keith Jackman on bottles.

In this lesson Fernando Perez presents several tunes from West Africa. Directly learnt from African Jalis (Griots) these are traditional as well as original compositions specially arranged for Guitar. Imitating the sound of West African instruments such as Kora Ngoni or Balafon Perez demonstrates unique techniques on the Guitar in order to perform the grooves and melodies in a faithful way. All the tunes can be played on nylon or acoustic steel string Guitars. In this lesson you will learn: Understanding the sound and techniques of African instruments in order to apply them to the guitar. Different techniques imitating Korascale runs Balafon breaks etc. Several grooves from Mali Senegal Gambia. How to properly keep these grooves counting tapping and feeling. Kora picking style with thumb and index. Main scales used in West African music. How West African music connects with Blues styles. Combining West African styles with your own Blues licks. Explanations on how to further develop this music style. A West African repertoire full of variety. Each tune is taught phrase by phrase and played slowly on a split-screen. Titles include: The Mandinka Song Massina Madou Fatoudiob Sanu Mali Blues and Kulanjan. 107 minutesLevel 3Detailed tab/music PDF booklet on the DVD

Banning Eyre, a recognized expert in African guitar music, guides you through a variety of important styles, including congolese, mbira, Malian blues, and juju. Learn about the history of this music, the pioneering musicians that developed each style, and the dominant characteristics and techniques necessary to play this remarkable music. All material is presented in standard notation and TAB. A CD demonstrating examples and compositions in the book makes learning easy and trouble-free for all players.

This, the third book of a power-packed series, begins with exercises for developing speed and agility. Techniques such as machine gun strums, right-hand muting, slapping, tapping, slap harmonics and tremolo are introduced. You'll go further into Celtic music, blues, modal improvisation and alternate tunings and learn some world music styles, such as reggae, African/Brazilian, norteno and conjunto. This in-depth, thorough method for intermediate to advanced acoustic guitarists includes a look at more than ten alternate tunings and teaches analysis, counterpoint and voice leading. Any player, no matter how advanced, can improve their playing with this book. The CD offers play-along opportunities and demonstrates the examples.

Par KIBISI DOUGLAS. Apprendre à jouer de la Rumba et Soukous style africain basse dans cette étape par étape les DVD Kibisi Douglas - bassiste d'exercices Baka Beyond et Kanda Bongo Man. 28 pour développer votre ton, le phrasé et la technique pour les styles africains. Approprié pour les débutants et vers le haut. / Niveau : Débutant / World Music - Rhythm/Backup / Accessoire / Guitare Basse

Instructional DVD for 6-String Bass-Oteil Burbridge has played bass with the legendary Allman Brothers Band since 1997. Bandmate Derek Trucks calls him 'the Michael Jordan of the bass.' In this comprehensive and entertaining DVD Oteil discusses the fine points of bass playing and musicianship including: Rhythm concepts African Latin jazz funk poly rhythms and basic drumming concepts; Harmony chord structure and shapes for the six-string bass; Listening to artists from various styles of music; Emotional and spiritual aspects of music how to let our emotions out in music so we can make a spiritual connection with others; Relative pitch singing along with what you play; Thinking melodically breaking musical ideas into bite-sized parts; and much more. 59 minutes.

The conclusion to this power-packed acoustic guitar method begins with exercises for developing speed and agility. Techniques such as 'machine gun strums' right-hand muting slapping tapping slap harmonics and tremolo are introduced. You'll go further into Celtic music blues modal improvisation and alternative tunings and learn some world music styles such as reggae African/Brazilian norteno and conjunto.

Winner of the Music Industries Association Best Education Publication in 2011. Violin Globetrotters brings together 12 toe-tapping original tunes in styles from around the world - from Arabic to Chinese and from klezmer to the Argentinian tango - for the budding violinist. This unique book presents a kaleidoscope of musical traditions with supporting background information and backing tracks that capture each sound-world. To help with technique and interpretation every piece includes tailored warm-ups and stylistic tips from the author. With options for violin or piano accompaniment and an inspirational CD ViolinGlobetrotters is the ultimate resource for aspiring violinists looking to go travellin' ... 12 fun pieces in styles from around the world Suitable for young violinists everywhere Range of styles including bossa nova klezmer blues Cajun Greek and West African Fascinating background information and tailored warm-ups for every piece Includes violin accompaniments for a teacher or more experienced pupil and piano accompaniments with guitar chords CD with performances and backings for every piece recorded by renowned world-music performers Contents: Dublin Time (jig Ireland) Stoppin' off in Louisiana (Cajun USA) Relaxing in Rio (bossa nova Brazil) Dancing in Odessa (klezmer Eastern Europe) Shanghai Rickshaw Ride (pentatonic China) Acropolis Dance (rebetico Greece) Tango in San Telmo (tango Argentina) Iguazu Rapids (chamamé Argentina) Cairo Cradle Song (Arabic lullaby Egypt) 'Hole in my Shoe' Blues (blues USA) Bulgarian Gallop (Bulgaria) African Jamboree (West Africa)

Globetrotters for wind-Flute Globetrotters brings together 12 toe-tapping original tunes in styles from around the world - from Arabic to Chinese and from klezmer to the Argentinian tango - for the budding flautist. This unique book presents a kaleidoscope of musical traditions with supporting information and backing tracks that capture each sound-world. To help with technique and interpretation every piece includes warm-ups and stylistic tips from the authors. With options for flute or piano accompaniment and an inspirational CD Flute Globetrotters is the ultimate resource for those looking to go travellin' ...12 fun pieces in styles from around theworldSuitable for young flautists everywhere (2 years' experience/grades 2-4)Range of styles including bossa nova blues South African Nordic and IndianFascinating background information and tailored warm-upsIncludes flute accompaniments for a teacher or more experienced pupil and piano accompaniments with guitar chordsCD with performances and backings for every piece recorded by renowned world-music performers