Intermediate to Advanced Repertoire for the Cuatro Puertorriqueño
If you've got the basics down and crave a challenge, our "Intermediate to Advanced Repertoire for the Cuatro Puertorriqueño" course is your gateway to mastery.
Are you ready to take your Cuatro playing to the next level?
If you've got the basics down and crave a challenge, our "Intermediate to Advanced Repertoire for the Cuatro Puertorriqueño" course is your gateway to mastery.
What's Inside This Transformative Course:
- Legendary Songs: Dive into iconic favorites like "El Cumbanchero," "Cachita," "Oye Como Va," "Alma Adentro," and many more. These are the songs that define Puerto Rican culture and musical heritage.
- Diverse Styles: Explore a rich tapestry of musical genres, from energetic seis and aguinaldos to soulful danzas and waltzes. Expand your repertoire and become a versatile cuatro player.
- Interactive Learning: Our cutting-edge platform features interactive sheet music that plays the notes as you read. Learn at your own pace, hear the music come alive, and print out sheet music for practice anytime, anywhere.
- Comprehensive Curriculum: Structured lessons guide you through technique refinement, rhythmic intricacies, and expressive interpretation. Gain a deep understanding of the music and its cultural context.
- Performance-Ready: Prepare for recitals, auditions, or simply impress your family and friends at the next gathering. This repertoire will make you the life of the party!
Why This Course is Your Perfect Match:
- Already Playing: You've mastered the basics and are hungry for a challenge.
- Passionate About Puerto Rican Music: You want to connect with the rich tradition and share its beauty through your cuatro playing.
- Seek Variety: You're eager to explore a diverse range of styles and techniques.
- Interactive Learner: You appreciate a modern, engaging approach to music education.
Unlock Your Full Potential – Enroll Today!
Your Instructor
Hey there! I'm Samuel Ramos, and I've got a bit of a story to tell.
I've always had two big passions in life: education and music. I started my journey by getting my Bachelor's in Music Education from Antillean Adventist University, and then I thought, "Why stop there?" So I went on to Full Sail University for my Master's in Educational Media Design and Technology. It's been an amazing ride combining these two fields!
Over the years, I've worn quite a few hats. I've had the joy of teaching music and even served as an assistant professor of guitar at Inter-American University back in Puerto Rico. But you know me, I love to keep things interesting! I've also had some pretty cool gigs in the tech world. Would you believe I worked as a multimedia designer for Disney? Talk about a dream come true!
My adventures didn't stop there. I've been a digital learning designer at the University of St. Augustine in California, and I even got to be a senior instructional technologist at the University of San Diego. Oh, and I can't forget my time as an LMS Administrator and Instructional Designer for Taylor Guitars. It's been quite the journey!
One thing I'm really proud of is the books I've written. I've put together instructional guides for playing all sorts of instruments - the Puerto Rican cuatro, guitar, mandolin, you name it. It's my way of sharing my love for music with others.
But you know what really gets me excited? My website, 4jibaro.com. It's an online community I created to promote awareness of Puerto Rican folk music and heritage. It's my passion project, my way of keeping our beautiful culture alive and kicking.
At the end of the day, my big dream is to spread hope and joy through music. I truly believe we can change the world, one note at a time. It might sound cheesy, but hey, that's me! I'm just a guy who loves what he does and wants to make a difference. So, what do you think? Want to join me on this musical journey?
Course Curriculum
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StartSylvia Rexach: The Poetic Soul of Puerto Rican Bolero
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StartAlma Adentro—Sylvia Rexach
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StartAmar y Vivir (Bolero)—Consuelo Velazquez
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StartAs Tears Go By—Rolling Stones
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StartAy Cosita Linda—Pacho Galán
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StartAutumn Leaves (Jazz)—Joseph Kosma
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StartBésame Mucho—Consuelo Velazquez
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StartBugler's Dream (Olympic Theme)— Leo Arnaud
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StartComplicación—Tuto Feliciano
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StartCuando Calienta el Sol—Carlos Rigual/Carlos A. Martinoli
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StartEl Barrilito (Polka)—Jaromír Vejvoda
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StartElba (Mazurca)—Francisco López Cruz
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StartEl Choclo Villoldo (Tango)—Ángel G. Villoldo
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StartEl Flamboyan (Guaracha)— Plácido Acevedo
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StartEl Reloj—Roberto Cantoral
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StartGuantanamela—Joseito Fernandez
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StartIris (Mazurca)—Ladislao Martinez
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StartLa Cucaracha—Traditional Mexico
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StartLlorando Se Fue (La Lambada)
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StartQue Bonita Bandera (Plena)—Cuatro Puertorriqueño
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StartQuizás, Quizás, Quizás—Osvaldo Ferrés/Joe Davis
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StartLa Bamba—Traditional Mexico
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StartLa Negra Tomasa (Bilongo)—Guillermo Rodríguez Fiffe
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StartMadeline (Vals Criollo)—Ladislao Martinez
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StartManhã de Carnaval from "Black Orpheus"—Luiz Bonfá
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StartMedley de Plenas (Puerto Rico)
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StartMi Viejo— Piero De Benedictis
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StartMoliend Café—Hugo Blanco
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StartMy Way (A Mi Manera)—Bolero
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StartA Melodious Legacy: The Life and Music of Pedro Flores
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StartObsesión—Pedro Flores
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StartOye Como Va—Tito Puente
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StartOver the Rainbow—E.Y. Harburg/Harold Arlen
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StartPerfidia—Alberto Domínguez
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StartPrisionero del Mar—Luis Arcaraz
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StartSt. Thomas—Sonny Rollins (Calypso)
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StartTequila—Chuck Rio
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StartThe Girl from Ipanema (Bossanova)—Antonio Carlos Jobim
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StartThe Soulful Melodies of Don Felo
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StartTico Tico (Tico Tico No Fuba—Zequinha de Abreu
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StartWatermelon Man—Herbie Hancock
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StartWe Will Rock You (Queen)
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StartVals Venezolano No. 2—Antonio Lauro
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StartZoraida (Vals)—Ladislao Martinez
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StartAmapola Theme from "ONCE UPON A TIME IN AMERICA" (Film/TV)
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StartChariots of Fire from CHARIOTS OF FIRE (Film/TV)—Vangelis
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StartDancing Queen from MAMA MIA! (Film/TV)
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StartDawn from the Motion Picture "PRIDE AND PREJUDICE" (Film/TV)
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StartFeather Theme from "FORREST GUMP" (Film/TV)
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StartHe's A Pirate from "PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN " (Film/TV)
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StartHedwig's Theme (Film/TV)—John Williams
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StartHallelujah—Leonard Cohen (TV/Film)
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StartI'm A Believer the Motion Picture "Shrek" (Film/TV)
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StartIt Will Rain from the Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn-Part 1 (Film/TV)
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StartLove Story (Film/TV)—Francis Lai
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StartMario Bros Theme (Video Game)
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StartMission: Impossible Theme (Film/TV)—Lalo Schifrin
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StartMy Heart Will Go On from the Motion Picture "TITANIC" (Film/TV)
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StartPopeye Theme (TV/Film)
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StartTears in Heaven featured in the Motion Picture RUSH
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StartThe John Dunbar Theme from DANCES WITH WOLVES (Film/TV)
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StartThe Pink Panther—Henry Mancini (TV/Film)
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StartTheme from "Jurassic Park"—John Williams
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StartTheme from "Star Trek: The Motion Picture" (Film/TV)
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StartThe Theme from The Man from Snowy River (Film/TV)
Frequently Asked Questions
Bonus: Upon enrollment, you'll gain access to our exclusive online community of fellow cuatro enthusiasts, where you can share your progress, ask questions, and connect with other passionate players.
100% Satisfaction Guarantee: We're confident you'll love this course. If you're not completely satisfied, we offer a full refund within 30 days of purchase.