Corcovado | Tom Jobim
Astrud Gilberto sings "Quiet Night of Quiet Stars" in 1963 and the world is still at her feet today. Learn Joao Gilberto's guitar chords to Corcovado.
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Blue Bossa | Kenny Dorham
Blue bossa is one of the most played jazz bossa tunes and a popular song for jam sessions and improvisations. Learn melody and accompaniment on the guitar.
Desafinado | Tom Jobim
Desafinado is one of Tom Jobim's most famous pieces. Joao Gilberto liked playing the piece in D major. Learn the chords of his live version!
Syncopation
In classical music theory, syncopation means a shift in the rhythmic emphasis from a heavy to a light beat. Learn more about basic syncopation!
Syncopation II : Off-Beat-Phrasing
Much of today's pop music, as well as Afro-American music such as jazz or bossa nova, make use of syncopation. Learn more about it!