A steadier pulse
Work on your sense of time and consistent strumming to accompany music with greater awareness.
Cavaquinho brasil courseYou know the chords,
You know the chords,
but struggle with
the strumming?
Learn cavaquinho with a practical, progressive approach. Develop your rhythm and discover how to play samba and pagode with more confidence — even as a complete beginner.
I WANT TO START PLAYINGStart with the basics. Grow one groove at a time.
Lessons in Portuguese. Subtitles in Portuguese, English, Spanish and Japanese.
YOUR NEXT STEP IN MUSIC STARTS HERE
Solid foundationsRhythmic awarenessBrazilian groovesMusical progress
Listen. Watch. Get inspired.Watch rhythm
Watch rhythm
come to life.
Watch your teacher play to discover the sound and approach behind Cavaquinho brasil.
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The demonstration will be available here.Beyond memorizing chordsImagine playing along to
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Imagine playing along to
that song you have always wanted to play.
The cavaquinho brings harmony and rhythm together in one instrument. Studying them side by side gives you more ways to express yourself through music.
Can you play chords, but struggle to strum?Do chord changes throw off your timing?Do offbeats and swing feel like a mystery?
Follow an organized path: understand the foundations, practice coordination and explore grooves in more depth.
Hands working together
Develop coordination between chord changes and your strumming hand, building fluency through practice.
Rhythm you can take further
Pulse, subdivision and accents are skills that may support your learning on other string instruments, including acoustic and electric guitar.
Timing and meterDifferent strumming patternsHand coordinationTraditional groovesRhythmic awarenessIndependent practice
Everyone progresses at their own pace. Applying these skills to another instrument requires adapting to its technique and practicing consistently.
Your learning pathStrong foundations open the door
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Strong foundations open the door
to new possibilities.
Start with the essentials. Then expand your rhythmic vocabulary and explore different ways to bring samba to life.
First, build your foundationBasic Course
Foundations
Get to know the instrument, posture, hand positioning and tuning.
Chords
First chords and chord changes to build your accompaniment.
Rhythms
Timing and meter, fundamental strumming, samba comum, ghost notes, offbeats and practical exercises.
Then, expand your expressionAdvanced Course
Partido alto and swing
Explore accompaniment further with partido alto and swing.
Samba duro
Expand your range of grooves and discover the character of each rhythmic approach.
Samba-enredo
Explore different moods and expressive possibilities in your accompaniment.
From foundations to expressionYour first chord
Your first chord
is already a beginning.
The Basic Course stands on its own: build your foundations, work on chords and start developing your rhythm. The bundle also includes the next step — a deeper exploration of samba grooves and nuances.
BUILDPRACTICEGO DEEPER
Meet your teacherExperience in music.
Experience in music.
Clarity in teaching.
More than 20 years of musical experience, performing with bands and groups and teaching students. That journey led to a personal teaching method focused on progressive, practical and accessible learning.
An approach that builds your foundations and expands your expression while respecting your learning process.
Endorsed artist · De Castro Luthierdecastroluthier.com.br ↗
@decastroluthieroficial ↗
Choose your next stepA valuable foundation.
Start with directionCavaquinho brasil
EXTENDED LEARNING PATHStart and go furtherCavaquinho brasil
Basic + Advanced
A valuable foundation.
An even broader path.
Choose the option that fits your musical journey.
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Cavaquinho brasil
Basic
Everything you need to start playing with a solid foundation.
USD 61.99
- Cavaquinho foundations
- Chord foundations
- Introduction to rhythms and grooves
- Pulse and coordination practice
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Cavaquinho brasil
Complete
Basic + AdvancedStart from scratch and keep developing more elaborate samba and pagode grooves.
USD 106.27
- Everything in the Basic Course
- 13 main lessons, including samba comum, ghost notes and offbeats
- Samba duro
- Samba-enredo
- More possibilities for accents and expression
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| Content | Basic | Complete |
|---|---|---|
| Foundations, chords and rhythms | Included | Included |
| Pulse and coordination | Included | Included |
| Ghost notes and offbeats | Included | Included |
| Samba variations and nuances | — | Included |
Student storiesEvery student has
Every student has
a story with music.
Discover Cavaquinho brasil students' experiences on video.
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Before you take the first stepHave a
Have a
question?
I am a complete beginner. Which option should I choose?
The Basic Course is the starting point for foundations, chords and rhythms. The bundle includes that foundation and the Advanced Course, so you can explore further as you progress.
What does the Advanced Course add?
It adds four lessons: partido alto, swing, samba duro and samba-enredo.
Can the course also help with acoustic or electric guitar?
Studying pulse, subdivision, accents and coordination may help with other string instruments. Each instrument requires its own technique and adaptation.
Will this solve all my rhythm difficulties?
The course offers a learning path for developing rhythmic skills. Results depend on your starting point, practice frequency and learning process. There is no promise to eliminate every difficulty.
What language are the lessons in?
Lessons are taught in Portuguese, with Portuguese, English, Spanish and Japanese subtitles provided through Hotmart.
Where can I find pricing, payment and access terms?
On the Hotmart offer page for your chosen option. Review the price, payment methods and access terms there before completing your purchase.