"Good improvisation communicates harmonic progression melodically. Effective melodies manipulate harmonic content through the use of guide tones and preparatory gravity notes, masterfully woven in systematic tension, release, and transparent harmonic definition."
We mentioned the Rio de Janeiro 5-string guitarra baiana artistry of Marcos Moletta before. (Go ahead and count the strings. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. Yep; not an electric guitar...)
Here is an intriguing perspective of his "Valkyria, the stunning Flying V emando from the perspective of its headstock. This is a fun video not only to listen to, but to capture some of his unique technical ideas for your own playing.
Confession: we intend to steal some licks.
If there's anything out there that makes a case for the brilliant musical nuance of a single course mandolin we have yet to see it. His slides, taps, harmonics, and vibrato are both dynamic and compelling. The following is one of his original tunes:
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March 9, 2013 | Guitarra Baiano "Dia de Vida"
