Learn African Fingerstyle Guitar
Learn African fingerpicking guitar styles and traditional techniques from the different tribes of Congo in online African fingerstyle guitar lessons with Niwel Tsumbu. In Congo, there are 450 tribes, 450 dialects, 450 rhythms, and 450 different ways of music-making. If there’s one thing that unites them all, it’s the fingerstyle guitar technique. It uses every last inch of the fretboard to create a virtual concerto of sound. It’s an incredibly deep tradition. So deep that many tribal musical elders guard these techniques and are suspicious about sharing their wisdom with outsiders. Complex melodic structures, syncopated rhythmical percussive playing techniques, and a musical approach so different to the norm make this journey to a whole new plectrum-free zone essential study for any serious guitarist.
Let the World Music Method set you on the right road. Take it easy, take it slow, build your confidence and master the art. Explore the vibrant roots and invigorating rhythms of Congolese music with one of its most accomplished practitioners.
Back in the day, Niwel Tsumbu was borrowing bits of fishing line and bike cable to build his guitars. Now he’s performed the world over with the likes of Buena Vista Social club, Natty Wailer and Baaba Maal. He’s recorded with Sinead O’Connor, Nigel Kennedy, and Michael O’Suilleabhgin. He’s even written a symphony for the radical 20-piece Surge Orchestra.
From Irish folk to jazz, classical, rock and flamenco, Niwel’s story is one of cross-genre, cross-cultural exploration, improvisation, collaboration, and integration. But with this session, he’ll take you right back to the fundamental rhythms of his African roots in Congo. Where it all began. Niwel is a real one-off. Don’t miss the chance to benefit from learning with this master musician.
Register now for free access to African Fingerstyle Guitar lessons and resources including videos, notation, tablature, illuminated fretboard diagrams, and more.
