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Brazilian Music Workshop: each Composer: Adolfo Antonio
This book not only concentrates on those styles which have travelled successfully around the globe, but also on styles which have not yet been explored outside of Brazil. Styles originated in the East of Brazil: Samba & Bossa-Nova, Samba-Funk & Partido Alto, Choro, Samba-Cancao. Styles originated in the Northeast of Brazil: Baiao, Toada, Rasta Pe, Xote, Afoxe & Maracatu, Frevo, Marcha and Marcha Rancho. The three main sections of the book cover: Different Styles; General Characteristics; Harmony; Rhythm; Phrasing; Melodic and Stylistic Considerations; Patterns and Hints. The explanations are accompanied by hundreds of written and recorded examples. Each presented style is concluded by a complete composition. Also included are an extensive discography and biography, a glossary as well as numerous photos of Brazilian artists. (143 page book w/CD)
