{"product_id":"puerto-rican-mandolin-method-samuel-ramos-paperback","title":"Puerto Rican Mandolin Method: Samuel Ramos - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eSamuel Ramos\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile mandolins are often associated with country, folk, and bluegrass genres, they hold a special place in the hearts of Puerto Ricans. We adore the mandolin for its unique tone and scale, perfectly suited to the lively and rich sounds of Puerto Rican music.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eLearn from the Beginning\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith \u003cb\u003ePuerto Rican Mandolin Method\u003c\/b\u003e, immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Puerto Rican music on the mandolin. Authored by Samuel Ramos, this comprehensive guide takes you through the basics step by step, ensuring a solid foundation for beginners: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIntroduction to Music Theory\u003c\/b\u003e: Understand the fundamental principles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eParts of a Mandolin\u003c\/b\u003e: Get familiar with your instrument.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eProper Playing Posture\u003c\/b\u003e: Learn how to hold and play the mandolin correctly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eIn-Depth Instruction\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eTake your skills to the next level with lessons on: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eChords and Arpeggios\u003c\/b\u003e: Build your chord vocabulary and arpeggio techniques.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDynamics and Tempo\u003c\/b\u003e: Master the nuances of musical expression.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMajor and Minor Scales\u003c\/b\u003e: Explore a variety of scales to enrich your playing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBilingual Convenience\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003eWritten in both English and Spanish, this method book offers bilingual instruction, making it accessible to a wider audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThorough Guide\u003c\/b\u003e: Perfect for complete beginners and those looking to refine their skills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBilingual Instructions\u003c\/b\u003e: Written in English and Spanish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStep-by-Step Approach\u003c\/b\u003e: Easy-to-follow, instructional format.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCultural Connection\u003c\/b\u003e: Celebrate and connect with Puerto Rican music and heritage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eImmerse Yourself\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy the fulfilling journey of learning to play the mandolin with a focus on Puerto Rican music. Once you experience the heart-thumping rhythms and beautiful melodies, you won't want to stop!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart your musical adventure with \u003cb\u003ePuerto Rican Mandolin Method\u003c\/b\u003e today and let the vibrant sounds of Puerto Rican music inspire you!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSamuel Ramos, born in Lajas, Puerto Rico, started playing the guitar with his father at the age of 12. At the age of 15, he discovered the cuatro and began taking lessons with Norton Torres. As a high school student, he joined the school's rondalla (an instrumental group) playing both guitar and cuatro. Samuel holds a BA in music education from Antillean Adventist University in Mayagüez, Puerto Rico, with a major in classical guitar. He studied under the tutelage of Dr. Jacques Landre. In 1999, he recorded his first instrumental CD for solo guitar, Meditando en la Cruz (Meditating on the Cross), He joined the faculty of the Juan Morel Campos Performing Arts School in Ponce, as a strings instructor. He later became an assistant professor of guitar at the Inter-American University of San German, Puerto Rico. He also served as a public school music teacher for 6 years in Lajas, Puerto Rico Samuel resides in Winter Haven, Florida with his wife Brenda and two sons, and currently teaches elementary music for the Polk County School of Florida.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 66\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.14 x 11 x 8.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e January 02, 2012\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53095771144416,"sku":"9781468180060","price":27.14,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/5909\/4496\/files\/Zv_F9RFkUB9781468180060.webp?v=1781663036","url":"https:\/\/improvedinc.myshopify.com\/products\/puerto-rican-mandolin-method-samuel-ramos-paperback","provider":"Improved Improper Input Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}