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Brazilian Music Syllabus

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Syllabus Overview

Explore the colourful and vibrant music of Brazil with 3-time Latin Grammy Nominee, Jovino Santos Neto.

This syllabus contains 5 courses which outline a methodical approach to playing authentic Bossa Nova, Samba, & Choro piano styles.

Who Is This Syllabus For?

  • Students who are comfortable with basic jazz harmony
  • Students who want to learn Brazilian basslines, rhythms, comping patterns, and improvisation
  • Students who want to play the famous Brazilian jazz standards

Learning Path

Our 'Music Of Brazil' Syllabus breaks down the sounds, the rhythms, and the nuances of Brazilian Music.

The first course is taught by Hayden Hill which bridges the gap between beginner jazz theory and the Bossa Nova Groove. All other courses are taught by the Brazilian piano master - Jovino Santos Neto.

1.

The Basic Bossa Nova Groove

Our first course provides an introduction to the Bossa Nova style. We explore the chord voicings, baselines and rhythms and then we add these 3 components together to create our first Bossa Nova groove. We then apply the theory to some simple Brazilian songs.

2.

The History Of Brazilian Music

We introduce the great exponents of Brazilian music and how their compositions and musical styles shaped the development of Bossa Nova & Samba. We then cover "the fork" rhythmic pattern which can be used for both improvising melodies and for comping.

3.

Bossa Nova & Samba Jazz – The Key Difference

There is a more instrumental style of Bossa Nova music which is known as "Samba Jazz". Jovino demonstrates the key differences between these 2 styles of Brazilian music. We start with a simple vamp D-7 to G7 and then also demonstrate in context of a tune.

4.

The Music Of Antonio Carlos Jobim

Antonio Carlos Jobim is one of Brazil's greatest composers. Learn to play his much loved compositions such as "The Girl From Ipanema", "Corcovado", "Desafinado", & "Wave". We explore chords, voicings, rhythms, and improvisations over these classic tunes.

5.

Triads: Non-Linear Improvisation

We explore improvisation using triads as the principle source of melodic development. This concept was taught to Jovino by his mentor Hermeto Pascoal; one of Brazil’s greatest musical minds. We apply the concept to common progressions and 6 groovy Brazilian tunes.

6.

The Brazilian Choro

Delving deeper into the music of Brazil, we explore the art-form of the Brazilian choro. We start by discussing the origins of choro in European popular music and African music, and then examine how choro has evolved to create a unique brand of syncopation.

Courses

The Brazilian Music Syllabus contains 5 courses which should be studied in the following order:

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1. Solo Bossa Nova For Beginners

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Course Synopsis

We explore the chord voicings, baselines and rhythms and then we add these 3 components together to create our first Bossa Nova groove.

Course Lessons

  • 1. Theory Lessons

  • 1. 1Bossa Nova For Beginners09:51
  • 1. 2Bossa Nova & 251s11:55
  • 2. Jazz Standard Studies

  • 2. 1Blue Bossa Tutorial Part 110:58
  • 2. 2Blue Bossa Tutorial Part 212:53
  • 2. 3Blue Bossa Tutorial Part 313:21
  • 2. 4How Insensitive Part 111:41
  • 2. 5How Insensitive Part 213:34
  • 2. 6How Insensitive Part 316:24
  • 2. 7Estate Jazz Tutorial31:44
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2. Brazilian Grooves Course

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Course Synopsis

In this course, we will explore the groove of Brazilian music. Taught by master pianist, composer, arranger, & educator – Jovino Santos Neto.

Course Lessons

  • 1. Course Introduction

  • 1. 1History Of Brazilian Music13:35
  • 2. Theory Lessons

  • 2. 1Bossa Nova Bass Lines, Rhythm, & Groove09:34
  • 2. 2Major Grooves: Comping Patterns & Voicings14:28
  • 2. 3Minor Grooves: Comping Patterns & Voicings13:42
  • 2. 4Bossa Nova Improvisation12:01
  • 3. Brazilian Standards

  • 3. 1Corcovado Tutorial11:58
  • 3. 2Corcovado Comping Patterns05:55
  • 3. 3The Girl From Ipanema Tutorial08:34
  • 3. 4Wave Tutorial09:49
  • 3. 5Insensatez Tutorial10:07
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3. Brazilian Vamps & Grooves

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Course Synopsis

This course explores the sounds, rhythms & nuances of Brazilian music. Continue your journey studying the colourful music of Brazil.

Course Lessons

  • 1. Theory Lessons

  • 1. 1Major Grooves: 251 & 2516 Progressions05:59
  • 1. 2Minor Grooves: 251 & 2516 Progressions08:49
  • 1. 3Creating Solo Piano Introductions10:26
  • 1. 4How To Feel 2/4 Time04:57
  • 1. 5Exploring Harmony With Triads12:01
  • 2. Brazilian Standard Lessons

  • 2. 1Desafinado Tutorial18:05
  • 2. 2Sambolero Tutorial21:36
  • 2. 3Agua De Beber Tutorial10:04
  • 2. 4Menina Ilza Tutorial11:34
  • 2. 5Os Grilos Tutorial10:42
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4. Triads: Non-Linear Improvisation

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Course Synopsis

In this course we explore the use of triads for melodic creativity. This concept was taught to Jovino by his mentor Hermeto Pascoal.

Course Lessons

  • 1. Theory Lessons

  • 1. 1Brazilian Improv Course Intro08:26
  • 1. 2Triad Options15:27
  • 1. 3Triads & The Major 251 Progression07:15
  • 1. 4Triads & the Minor 251 Progression07:39
  • 2. Jazz Standard Studies

  • 2. 1A Rã Tutorial08:51
  • 2. 2Consolação Tutorial07:56
  • 2. 3Bananeira Tutorial11:05
  • 2. 4Você e Eu Tutorial08:33
  • 2. 5Lobo Bobo Tutorial08:05
  • 2. 6Brigas Nunca Mais Tutorial08:30
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5. Brazilian Choro Course

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Course Synopsis

In this course we explore choro; one of Brazil’s most popular music genres. We examine the basic choro groove and cover 2 famous choro compositions.

Course Lessons

  • 1.Introduction To Choro11:38
  • 2.Major & Minor Progressions10:30
  • 3.“Vou Vivendo” Tutorial12:06
  • 4.“Vou Vivendo” Arrangement04:18
  • 5.“Falando De Amor” Tutorial06:31
  • 6.“Falando De Amor” Harmony & Improvisation08:53

Your Teachers

Hayden Hill

Hayden is a jazz pianist and educator from Manchester, UK. He founded PianoGroove in 2015 with the goal of making the world a more musical place. Hayden shares his love for jazz piano through his online courses and manages the community area of PianoGroove.

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Beginner Theory

Jazz Harmony

Voicings

Solo Jazz Piano

Bossa Nova

Blues Piano

Classical

Improvisation

Jovino Santos Neto

Three-time Latin Grammy nominee Jovino Santos Neto, a master pianist, composer and arranger, is among the top Brazilian musicians working today.

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Brazilian Piano Styles

Samba

Bossa Nova

Solo Jazz Piano

Composition

Choro

Baião

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