Brazilian Choro: A Method for Mandolin and Bandolim

Book/Online audio set. Teaches “bandolim” technique for playing Choro music. The book, in both English and Portuguese, is both for Brazilians learning to play bandolim in the Choro tradition, and non-Brazilians who play other styles and want to learn Choro. Mr. Sa, a native Carioca who as played Choro since childhood, understands Choro intuitively and brings a Brazilian perspective to the project. Ms. Mair, a classical mandolinist who has spent much of the past four years refining her Choro technique in Rio, brings an outsider’s viewpoint, recognizing the subtle distinctions that make Choro style unique. Together these renowned performers and university professors have created a pathway to help you play Choro with a true Carioca accent. Standard notation. Beginning/intermediate. 136 pp.