The basic compás of Guajiras is a variation on the feel of the normal 12-beat flamenco compás. Add that to Guajiras being in a Major key and you have a very distinctive sound. In this video we introduce the basic compás pattern and look at some of the more common embellishments that are used to a...

Here's a quick rundown on what to look out for as you jump in to Guajiras - the important bits to get used to playing and to learn so you can get started and also recognize the myriad variations on these themes you'll hear as you listen to Guajiras.

No Capo Required. In this video we take a look at a traditional Guajiras letra and how to accompany in A Major, which is the most traditional key (or set of chord shapes) to accompany Guajiras.

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Me gusta por la mañana
Despues del cafe bebido
Pasearme por La Habana
Con mi cigarro encendido

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No Capo Required. A loop of El Turry singing por Guajiras with percussion but without guitar, this video was designed for you to be the accompanist. The first time through we show you the chords you’d use to accompany the letra, and after that the letra loops and you’re on your own!

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Me gus...