Brazilian Choro: A Method for Mandolin and Bandolim is currently unavailable

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Mandolin and bandolim - Beginning SKU: MB.21975M Composed by Marilynn Mair. Squareback saddle stitch, Method, Latin American, Brazilian. Style. Book and online audio. 136 pages. Mel Bay Publications, Inc #21975M. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.21975M). ISBN 9780786692156. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.Brazilian Choro: A Method for Mandolin focuses on teaching bandolim technique for playing Choro. The combination of method book and audio offers a great opportunity to add performance practice to the black-and-white notes on the page. The book, presented in both English and Portuguese, is written for two different groups--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 outsiders 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. Music presented in standard notation. Includes access to online audio.