Teacher and student practice chords and strumming on two charangos

Learn to Play the Charango

"Tuning, chords and strumming: ten strings organized to sustain rhythm and song."

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What will you learn

The charango is a string instrument and requires a method entirely different from flute playing.

Tuning

Understand its five double courses and learn to check the tuning.

Chords

Clean positions and changes without excessive pressure.

strum

Direction, accent and continuity of the right hand.

Repertoire

Accompany songs and build pieces according to the level.

Teacher and student coordinate chord and strumming on two charangos
Visible technique

Two hands, one pulse

The chord is prepared without tension and the strumming maintains direction, accent and continuity before seeking speed.

Rhythm is born before speed

The technique is adapted to the actual instrument and the person's starting point.

Robert Mamani with Andean instruments

Rhythm is born before speed

Excess tension in the left hand and rushed right-hand movement weaken the sound. The foundation is precise movement and a steady pulse.

The repertoire is chosen to work on a specific difficulty without losing the musical relationship with the instrument.

  • Posture and support
  • Conscious tuning
  • Chords without tension
  • Strum with pulse

Learning journey

It is not a rigid schedule: each stage may require more or less time.

Prepare the instrument

Posture, tuning and basic care.

Coordinate hands

First chords and regular pulses.

Shape the rhythm

Strums, accents and changes.

Accompany music

Songs, introductions and expressive resources.

Before booking

Format, schedule and price are confirmed directly with Robert.

FormatIn person in Moscow or online when technically feasible.
LevelFrom scratch or with experience; You don't need to read sheet music to get started.
InstrumentIt is advisable to consult model, size and tuning before purchasing.
Price and scheduleThey are confirmed according to duration, format, availability and possible displacement.

Questions about charango

Is the charango an indigenous flute?

No. It is a string instrument and has a separate methodology.

Do I need to play guitar?

No. The guitar can help, but the charango's tuning, scale and strumming are its own.

What charango should I buy?

It is advisable to review scale, tuning, construction and adjustment before choosing.

Does an online class work?

Yes, if both hands are visible and the microphone retains attack and resonance.

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Tell Robert if you're starting from scratch, what charango you have and if you prefer Moscow or online.

Contact Robert directly

Your enquiry is sent securely to Robert’s message centre. You can also contact him directly on WhatsApp or Telegram.

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