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Articles about choro, practice routine, listening, repertoire, and accompaniment from Chorolab.
Choro Is Brazil's Cultural Heritage
Choro was recognized as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Brazil by Iphan in 2024. This article explains the findings from the mapping and the importance of community involvement.
10 Contemporary Flutists of Choro to Listen to
Explore this curated list of 10 contemporary flutists who contribute to the rich tradition of choro. From Toninho Carrasqueira to Morgana Moreno, discover fresh sounds.
Choro Festivals in Brazil
This article highlights the main choro festivals in Brazil, ranging from Niterói to São Francisco de Paula. It maps both active and historic events that keep the choro tradition alive through rodas, workshops, and performances.
Active Choro Mandolinists
This article presents a curated list of active choro mandolinists in Brazil, featuring both established masters and emerging talents. The selection highlights the richness and vitality of the mandolin in choro music.
100 Essential Choro Albums to Deepen Your Listening
This article presents a curated list of 100 essential choro albums, organized by styles and lineages. Discover historic recordings, soloists, and recent releases, along with tips for exploring choro repertoire.
How to Accompany a Song?
Accompanying music goes beyond playing chords; it involves sustaining, leading, and responding. This guide covers essential techniques for various instruments.
Women in Choro: 10 Names to Listen to, Study and Acknowledge
This article highlights 10 influential women in choro, from the pioneering Chiquinha Gonzaga to modern talents. Explore their roles as musicians, composers, educators, and cultural agents.
3 Bass Lines Departing from the Tonic and Preparing the IV Degree on the 7-String Guitar
Rafael Mallmith teaches three bass lines that shift from the tonic to prepare the IV degree on the 7-string guitar. This movement is common in choro and Brazilian popular music.
How to Study Choro
This entry provides a practical guide for those looking to become a choro musician, covering essential steps from listening to practice. It details 13 fundamental steps encompassing harmony, form, repertoire, rhythm, and improvisation in choro.
Four Suggestions for Playing Benzinho's Obligato on 6-String Guitar
Professor Iuri Bittar shares four effective methods for playing Benzinho's obligato on the 6-string guitar. The video offers insights on adapting the bass line while maintaining the musical essence of the choro.
3 Choro Endings
This article presents 3 choro endings, essential elements to conclude musical phrases and sections with elegance. Join Rafael Mallmith as he demonstrates these stylized endings in action.
The Choro Roda as an Informal School
The choro roda serves as an informal school, teaching vital aspects of music beyond individual practice. It fosters a lively and organic understanding of choro.
Fundamental Works of Choro
Choro musicians should know essential pieces that define the genre. This guide presents fundamental works by key composers, emphasizing their importance and characteristics.
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