Colombian Accordion: Vallenato, Cumbia and More! with Gregorio Uribe
ABOUT THE CLASS
The diatonic/button accordion is used to perform some of Colombia’s most popular music genres. However, for this class you can play ANY TYPE OF ACCORDION since we’ll be focusing on the rhythmic patterns, melodies and stylistic motifs that make these styles so exciting and danceable. Put your “sombrero vueltiao” on and get ready to dive into the roots of some of Colombia’s hippest grooves. The live 45-minute class starts at 8 pm EST | 7 pm Bogota time | 5 pm PST, on Tuesday, May 26.
HOW IT WORKS
Students can connect to the online platform using a tablet or computer with reliable internet. To actively participate online students also need a webcam with microphone. The live sessions are recorded so that all enrolled students can review the class sessions following the live class. Class recordings will be available for viewing within 48 hours of the live class. The class is covered by the Lessonface Guarantee.
WHEN
Tuesday, May 26, 8 pm EST | 7 pm DST | 5 pm PST
Enrolled students receive lifetime access to the recording of the live class.
LEVEL
Accordionists of all levels
Choose your enrollment preference from the drop-down menu above to register for this week's class:
• Suggested per student: $9.99
• Minimum per student: $4.99
• Buy one, give one: $14.99 to cover yourself and a friend, or sponsor another student
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ABOUT GREGORIO URIBE
Gregorio Uribe is a singer-songwriter and accordionist who has presented his music with the same passion and tenacity at Carnegie Hall and Madison Square Garden as he has in the streets of Tierra del Fuego or the patios of Montes de María. He has also collaborated and shared the stage with Latin music stars such as Rubén Blades and Carlos Vives, jazz icons like Paquito D’Rivera, and masters of ancestral Colombian music such as Martina Camargo and Diego Obregón.