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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StartEl Barrilito (Polka)—Jaromír Vejvoda
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StartAlma Adentro—Sylvia Rexach
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StartObsesión—Pedro Flores
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StartGuantanamela—Joseito Fernandez
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StartEl Reloj—Roberto Cantoral
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StartPrisionero del Mar—Luis Arcaraz
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StartAmar y Vivir (Bolero)—Consuelo Velazquez
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StartOye Como Va—Tito Puente
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StartLa Bamba—Traditional Mexico
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StartZoraida (Vals)—Ladislao Martinez
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StartIris (Mazurca)—Ladislao Martinez
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StartElba (Mazurca)—Francisco López Cruz
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StartBésame Mucho—Consuelo Velazquez
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StartLa Cucaracha—Traditional Mexico
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StartPerfidia—Alberto Domínguez
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StartLlorando Se Fue (La Lambada)
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StartAy Cosita Linda—Pacho Galán
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StartComplicación—Tuto Feliciano
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StartTico Tico (Tico Tico No Fuba—Zequinha de Abreu
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StartMedley de Plenas (Puerto Rico)
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StartQuizás, Quizás, Quizás—Osvaldo Ferrés/Joe Davis
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StartMadeline (Vals Criollo)—Ladislao Martinez
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StartThe Girl from Ipanema (Bossanova)—Antonio Carlos Jobim
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StartAutumn Leaves (Jazz)—Joseph Kosma
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StartManhã de Carnaval from "Black Orpheus"—Luiz Bonfá
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StartSt. Thomas—Sonny Rollins (Calypso)
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StartWatermelon Man—Herbie Hancock
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StartTequila—Chuck Rio
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StartMoliend Café—Hugo Blanco
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StartBugler's Dream (Olympic Theme)— Leo Arnaud
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StartCuando Calienta el Sol—Carlos Rigual/Carlos A. Martinoli
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StartOver the Rainbow—E.Y. Harburg/Harold Arlen
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StartAmapola Theme from "ONCE UPON A TIME IN AMERICA" (Film/TV)
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StartDawn from the Motion Picture "PRIDE AND PREJUDICE" (Film/TV)
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StartMario Bros Theme (Video Game)
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StartHedwig's Theme (Film/TV)—John Williams
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StartHallelujah—Leonard Cohen (TV/Film)
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StartThe Pink Panther—Henry Mancini (TV/Film)
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StartLove Story (Film/TV)—Francis Lai
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StartPopeye Theme (TV/Film)
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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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StartMission: Impossible Theme (Film/TV)—Lalo Schifrin
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StartTheme from "Jurassic Park"—John Williams
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StartTears in Heaven featured in the Motion Picture RUSH
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StartTheme from "Star Trek: The Motion Picture" (Film/TV)
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StartMy Heart Will Go On from the Motion Picture "TITANIC" (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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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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StartThe John Dunbar Theme from DANCES WITH WOLVES (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.