World Music Instructional Videos and DVDs

Gypsy Jazz Guitar - Rhythm, Styles & Techniques - Vol. 1 Video

VHS - $29.95

DVD - $29.95
The driving style pioneered by Django Reinhardt and other Gypsy players became one of the dominant sounds in jazz during the thirties and forties. Starting with basic four-to-the-bar comping and damping, Paul Mehling takes you through a variety of accompaniment ideas.

VHS - NTSC Format Only (Canada & USA)
DVD - All Region.

Gypsy Jazz Guitar - Improvising Lead - Vol. 2 Video

VHS - $29.95

DVD - $29.95
This fascinating look at the art of improvisation is the Gypsy jazz tradition shows you how to really swing! Before long, you'll be playing exciting solos in the style typified by Django Reinhardt, Birelli Lagrenne and other hot players of the dynamic genre.

VHS - NTSC Format Only (Canada & USA)
DVD - All Region.

Learn to Play Flamenco Guitar 2-Video Set

DVD Only - $49.95
Aaron Gilmartin's intro to flamenco will get anyone started playing this passionate and exciting music. Along with flamenco history and terminology, Aaron teaches four of the most important forms: Tangos and Alegrias (on DVD 1) and Bulerias and Soleares (on DVD 2) – along with the strumming and picking techniques that make flamenco so exciting to players and listeners alike.

3-1/2 Hrs • Includes Music + Tab.
DVD - All Region.

Learn to Play Klezmer Music (All Instruments) Video

  VHS only - $29.95
Improvising in the tradition, taught by Andy Statman with Zev Zions on accordion. Learn the background, techniques and stylistic nuances needed to play this joyous, infectious music. In recent years, Klezmer music has become increasingly popular among Jewish musicians, as well as with "world music" enthusiasts throughout the U.S. and abroad. Rich in history, lore and musical information, this video is a "must" for anyone - regardless of instrument - interested in playing Klezmer music correctly. Songs: Purim Niggun, Moshe Emes, Meron Niggun and Old Sher.  80 mins.  Includes music.  Level - All.

Irish Rhythm Guitar - Accompanying Celtic Tunes Video

VHS only - $39.95
This program focuses on the style of John Doyle -- one of Ireland's most talented and innovative musicians. John covers strumming patterns, moving bass lines, palm damping, accents, and syncopation. 
85 mins.

The Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar of Ledward Kaapana Video

VHS only - $39.95
Ledward Kaapana, widely acknowledged to be one of the most exciting and accomplished players in ki ho'alu, or slack key guitar style, has given us a lesson for novices in the slack key style as well as those who consider themselves advanced players. He teaches instrumentals in 'taropatch' (open G) and 'wahine' (DGDF#BD) tunings, encompassing both quiet, beautiful melodies and rip-roaring show-stoppers with lightning-fast licks and fancy picking. With acoustic steel guitarist Bob Brozman asking him the pertinent musical questions, Led breaks down some amazing instrumentals, including Slack Key Lullabye • Kuu Ipo Onaona • E Lili'u E • and the spectacular Slack Key Medley.  80 mins. Includes tab • Level 3.

The Art of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Video

VHS only - $39.95
Keola Beamer, a master of this distinctive and increasingly popular traditional style, teaches a variety of tunings, beautiful instrumentals and essential techniques. Songs: Kuu Lei Awapuhi Melemele • Kalena Kai • A Grandmother's Wish • Manu Kai • Sanoe • Makika • He Punahele. Slack key can be played on any acoustic or electric guitar - all players will add new sounds and flavors to their repertoire.  80 mins. • Includes music and tab • Level 3.

Traditional Caribbean Guitar Calypso & Other Island Rhythms Video

VHS only - $39.95
Artist: Bob Brozman. Add a touch of the islands to your guitar playing! Calypso's wild pulses, danceable rhythms, and playful lyrics will spice up all your arrangements. Syncopation is the key to this folk-based world music, and this video teaches: fingerpicking and strumming patterns, a variety of keys and tempos, moving bass lines, chords & voicing, percussive strokes, and seven calypso songs.  80 mins., includes booklet, level 3.

Gypsy Jazz Guitar - Rhythm, Styles & Techniques Video - Vol. 1

VHS only - $29.95
The driving style pioneered by Django Reinhardt and other Gypsy players became one of the dominant sounds in jazz during the thirties and forties. Starting with basic four-to-the-bar comping and damping, Paul Mehling takes you through a variety of accompaniment ideas.

Gypsy Jazz Guitar - Improvising Lead Video - Vol. 2

VHS only - $29.95
This fascinating look at the art of improvisation is the Gypsy jazz tradition shows you how to really swing! Before long, you'll be playing exciting solos in the style typified by Django Reinhardt, Birelli Lagrenne and other hot players of the dynamic genre.

Gypsy Jazz Guitar - Two Video Set

VHS only - $49.95
The complete 2 video set. See descriptions directly above.

Singing Salsa - Cantando Salsa Video

DVD Only - $24.95
Learn the essential techniques and secrets of traditional and modern salsa singing! This exciting bilingual DVD covers: breathing techniques and warm-ups; 3-part harmony; bolero, son, guaracha, salsa and more forms explained in detail; improvising techniques and performance tips; full-band demos featuring the hottest players in Latin music; full videos in both English and Spanish; and more! 43 minutes.

Born in Puerto Rico, Willy Torres has had a thriving musical career since childhood, singing backup for Menudo in his early teens, and going on to tour the world in premier Latin orchestras. Torres is now a mainstay of the New York salsa scene, recording and touring with international artists.

DVD - All Region.

Modern Congas Video

DVD Only - $24.95
Learn the secrets to playing congas in modern Latin music! One of the most respected Latin percussionists on the scene today, Roberto Quintero discusses and demonstrates his masterful approach on this DVD. Includes: full-band demos featuring the hottest players in Latin music • strokes and playing techniques for two and three congas • 3-2 and 2-3 clave in 4/4, 6/8 and polyrhythmic studies • tumbao patterns and rumba styles • cutting edge techniques • and more!  In both English and Spanish.

VHS - NTSC Format Only (Canada & USA)
DVD - All Region.

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