Guitar Grooves in Different Styles: Latin America

Guitar Grooves in Different Styles: Latin America is a comprehensive course designed for guitarists eager to explore the rich rhythmic traditions of Latin American music. Led by instructor Costas Baltazanis, this course delves into various Latin American guitar styles, providing students with the tools to authentically perform and integrate these grooves into their playing.

Throughout the course, students will examine the rhythmic foundations of genres such as salsa, bossa nova, cumbia, and more. The curriculum emphasizes the unique characteristics of each style, including their rhythmic patterns, chord progressions, and cultural contexts. Through practical exercises and in-depth analyses, participants will develop a nuanced understanding of how to authentically perform and integrate these grooves into their playing.

By the end of the course, participants will have expanded their rhythmic vocabulary and gained the skills necessary to navigate and fuse Latin American grooves into their musical repertoire.