by Andy Fowler
Master Traditional Shona Mbira Music with Unlocking Mbira : System of Mbira Workbook
Over 60 step-by-step exercises & audio tracks
Develop advanced mbira playing skills
Discover Traditional Zimbabwean song structures
Explore composition & improvisation (Dozens of Examples/etudes)
printable blank tablature, support resources & fascinating illustrations
The Complete System of Mbira - at Your Fingertips
Published in September 2015, Unlocking Mbira, quickly became the must-have book for mbira dzavadzimu players around the world.
“Fast and effective access to mbira.”
Beginning with a simple variation of the Shona song Mahororo, mbira author Andy Fowler reveals the fascinating structure it shares with many other traditional Zimbabwean mbira songs like nhemamusasa, tadzungiara, taireva, karigamombe and mbavarira.
A comprehensive series of 60+ step-by-step exercises and examples follow, placing the full system of mbira at your fingertips - along with fascinating new insights into this profound and transformational music.
“I’ve come across a few different explanations, but yours is the fullest, the most comprehensive, and the easiest to grasp. Great work!”
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Unlock your creative potential
“Unlocking Mbira is perfect for me as I have been trying to create my own variations and improvise within the traditional mbira parts that I know already and have been having trouble understanding the rules/principles. I am confident this book will help a lot and make me a better player.”
This beautifully designed book welcomes readers of all abilities into an infinite universe of musical possibilities. Warning… Your life will never be the same!
Mbira Tablature Style: Position Notation (quick notation-switch resource included).
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“Way different than what I’m used to. I’m really liking the chord theory charts. I listened ahead of where I am in the book and I’m really looking forward to learning some of those tricks!”
