{"product_id":"aguinaldos-seises-for-the-puerto-rican-cuatro-samuel-ramos-9781468186222","title":"Aguinaldos \u0026 Seises for the Puerto Rican Cuatro: Samuel Ramos","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRevive the Soul of Puerto Rican Tradition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOpen your musical mind to an ancient world of Christmas music that dates back centuries. Originally a traditional musical gift during the Christmas season, \u003ci\u003eaguinaldos\u003c\/i\u003e were performed by family and friends during a \u003ci\u003eparranda\u003c\/i\u003e or \u003ci\u003etrulla\u003c\/i\u003e. This book, authored by renowned musician Samuel Ramos, is a beautiful attempt at reviving age-old traditions and melodies that are slowly being lost to time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eDeep Dive into the Genres\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Aguinaldo: \u003c\/b\u003e Perhaps the most common form of Puerto Rican Christmas music, the \u003ci\u003eaguinaldo\u003c\/i\u003e features religious or popular themes. Unlike the \u003ci\u003eseis\u003c\/i\u003e, it is not meant for dancing, and there are currently more than 40 different types known today.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Seis: \u003c\/b\u003e Derived from 16th-century Spanish and Andalusian forms, the \u003ci\u003eseis\u003c\/i\u003e is an immensely enjoyable folk style to learn. It traditionally serves as a platform for poets to showcase their talents by improvising lyrics (décimas) on the spot based on ideas from the audience. With over 100 different kinds existing on the island, many are named after the regions where they originated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cb\u003eComprehensive Instructional Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned for both clarity and depth, this book provides everything needed to master these gorgeous melodies: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandard Notation \u0026amp; Tablature (TAB): \u003c\/b\u003e Every piece is written in both formats to ensure accessibility for players of all levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGuitar Accompaniment: \u003c\/b\u003e Includes guitar chords for every song, perfect for family gatherings and festive \u003ci\u003eparrandas\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"How to Practice\" Guide: \u003c\/b\u003e A dedicated section provides systematic advice on effective practice, including tips on posture, warming up, and organizing study time to achieve a high level of execution.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eReference Materials: \u003c\/b\u003e Features a fretboard diagram, major and minor chord charts, and the Circle of Fifths to help students understand the relationships between different musical keys.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCultural Context: \u003c\/b\u003e Includes \"El Cuatro,\" a poetic tribute by Salvador Brau (1894) that captures the essence of the instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Rich Collection of Melodies\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis volume covers a vast array of well-known and regional songs, including: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAguinaldos: \u003c\/b\u003e Antillano, Jíbaro, Isabelino, Orocoveño, Mayagüezano, Yumac, Cagüeño, Manola, Costanero, Aguas Buenas, Bairoa, and Adjunteño.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSeises: \u003c\/b\u003e Seis con Décima, Seis de Comerío, Español, Fajardeño, Del Llano, Celinés, Villarán, Mariandá, Tango, Milonga, Habanero, Araucano, Mapeyé, Montuno, Pampero, Chorreao, Guaguancó, and many more.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Samuel Ramos\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Createspace Independent Publishing Platform\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 01\/02\/2012\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 82\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.47lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.17d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781468186222\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSamuel Ramos, born in Lajas, Puerto Rico, started playing the guitar with his father at the age of 12. At the age of 15, he discovered the cuatro and began taking lessons with Norton Torres. As a high school student, he joined the school's rondalla (an instrumental group) playing both guitar and cuatro. Samuel holds a BA in music education from Antillean Adventist University in Mayagüez, Puerto Rico, with a major in classical guitar. He studied under the tutelage of Dr. Jacques Landre. In 1999, he recorded his first instrumental CD for solo guitar, Meditando en la Cruz (Meditating on the Cross), He joined the faculty of the Juan Morel Campos Performing Arts School in Ponce, as a strings instructor. He later became an assistant professor of guitar at the Inter-American University of San German, Puerto Rico. He also served as a public school music teacher for 6 years in Lajas, Puerto Rico Samuel resides in Winter Haven, Florida with his wife Brenda and two sons, and currently teaches elementary music for the Polk County School of Florida.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThis title is not returnable\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Createspace Independent Publishing Platform","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":45096913043571,"sku":"9781468186222","price":24.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/9255\/0515\/files\/img_5d7d6f18-3613-47e4-8f70-0c4da83d975b.jpg?v=1781290048","url":"https:\/\/bookstorenmore.com\/en-de\/products\/aguinaldos-seises-for-the-puerto-rican-cuatro-samuel-ramos-9781468186222","provider":"Bookstore N More","version":"1.0","type":"link"}