Fretboard Journeys

 Are you ready to embark on a musical journey like no other? In this video, I showcase my experimental ensemble skills as I cover Natalia Lafourcade's hit song "Tú sí sabes quererme" using a unique blend of instruments, including my voice, a maraca, a Turkish darbuka, two guitars, and a ukulele. But creating this ensemble was no easy feat. One of the biggest challenges was adapting the original instruments to the ones employed in the video. For instance, I had to adjust the guitar parts to work well with the ukulele and darbuka, while still maintaining the original melody and harmony of the song. Additionally, I had to experiment with different percussion techniques to create a unique sound that complemented the overall ensemble. Another challenge was ensuring that each instrument was heard clearly in the final mix. With so many different instruments playing at once, it was important to find the right balance and ensure that no single instrument was overpowering the other...

Music has the power to evoke emotions, transport us to another world, and bring back cherished memories. One such piece that does all this and more is "Romance Anónimo," a hauntingly beautiful Spanish folk melody that has been loved and cherished by generations. As a musician, playing "Romance Anónimo" on my acoustic Yamaha c40m guitar takes me on a journey through time, back to when I first learned this piece during my Music Diploma at the Conservatory of Celaya. Its melancholic beauty has stayed with me ever since, and every time I play it, I'm reminded of the power of music to move us. The origins of "Romance Anónimo" are shrouded in mystery, with some attributing it to a 19th-century Spanish composer, while others believe it to be of Moorish origin. Regardless of its origins, the piece's simple yet elegant melody has made it a favorite among guitarists worldwide. Playing "Romance Anónimo" requires a delicate touch and a deep understan...

There are some songs that seem to transcend time and space, evoking powerful emotions and memories with every note. For me, one of these songs is Café Tacvba's "Quiero Ver". This beautiful love song, with its delicate melody and heartfelt lyrics, speaks to the deepest desires of the human heart: to love and be loved, to see and be seen, to hear and be heard. As I listened to this song again, I couldn't help but reflect on the meaning behind the lyrics. The singer's desire to be light in their loved one's life, to bring joy and happiness with their presence, is a universal sentiment that we can all relate to. It's a reminder that in a world that can often feel dark and lonely, the power of love can light up even the darkest corners of our hearts. But what struck me, even more, was the harmonic progression of chords used in this song. The way that the chords move and flow together, creating a sense of tension and release, perfectly mirrors the emotions expre...

As I sit here strumming my Yamaha C40m guitar, I can't help but feel a wave of nostalgia wash over me as I think back to the first time I heard the song 不遺憾 by 李榮浩. The song's haunting melody and emotional lyrics have stuck with me ever since, and today I decided to pay tribute to it by playing the introduction on my acoustic guitar. The song's message is a simple one, yet so powerful: love without regret. Whether it's moving on from a past relationship or staying together with the one you love, the song reminds us that love is worth taking a chance on, even if it doesn't always work out in the end. The lyrics are raw and honest, speaking to the deep emotions that come with love and loss. As I play the song's intro on my acoustic guitar, I'm struck by how well the two match together. The guitar's soft, mellow tones perfectly capture the song's melancholic mood, while the simplicity of the melody allows the lyrics to shine through. It's as if the ...