Online guitar course

Tango Guitar Course: The Comping Role

Master the Language of Tango Guitar

  • 21 lessons
  • 1 h 56 min of video
  • Level intermediate

With Sebastián Henríquez

What you'll learn

  • You will master the fundamental Tango marking models (Yumba, Marcato in 4, Syncopations).
  • You will learn key expressive resources like sweeps (barridos), drags (arrastres), and phrasing to avoid sounding "stiff" or "square."
  • You will learn how to accompany a singer or a bandoneon player using real backing tracks.
  • You will apply everything you learn by playing 4 complete Tangos (one at the end of each module).
  • You will understand the role of the guitar in both solo and ensemble formats.

Course content

4 modules · 21 lessons · 1 h 56 min

Lesson 1 8 lessons · 38 min
  1. Lesson 1 | 01 | Introduction / "Los Toques" / Time-marking models 6 min
  2. Lesson 1 | 02 | Los Toques 2 min
  3. Lesson 1 | 03 | Barridos Abiertos y Cerrados 6 min
  4. Lesson 1 | 04 | Attack regions 2 min
  5. Lesson 1 | 05 | Marcato en 2 7 min
  6. Lesson 1 | 06 | Open Marcato en 2 6 min
  7. Lesson 1 | 07 | Marcato en 4 8 min
  8. Materials
Lesson 2 4 lessons · 27 min
  1. Lesson 2 | 01 | Arrastres 8 min
  2. Lesson 2 | 02 | Anticipated Syncopations 8 min
  3. Lesson 2 | 03 | A tierra Syncopations 8 min
  4. Lesson 2 | 04 | Integrative practice Lesson 2 3 min
Lesson 3 3 lessons · 28 min
  1. Lesson 3 | 01 | 3-3-2 9 min
  2. Lesson 3 | 02 | Polirhythms 9 min
  3. Lesson 3 | 03 | Umpa Umpa 10 min
Lesson 4 6 lessons · 23 min
  1. Lesson 4 | 01 | Half Notes 4 min
  2. Lesson 4 | 02 | Pesantes 3 min
  3. Lesson 4 | 03 | Marcato en 2 with Subdivision 6 min
  4. Lesson 4 | 04 | Endings / Finale 4 min
  5. Lesson 4 | 05 | use and apply time marking models 6 min
  6. Lesson 4 | 06 | Suggested Discography

About the course

This course is the result of years of teaching research and dedication to Tango. My goal is simple: to distill all my experience to give you clear and effective tools, so you can play this beautiful genre.

A Proven Methodology The course structure is based on my book "The Guitar in Tango", but it goes far beyond theory. I have tested and refined these classes in universities, conservatories, and workshops all over the world. I adjusted every exercise and explanation to anticipate your questions and ensure you really learn.

What will you achieve with this course? I designed this 4-module program to take you from theory to real music:

  • ✅ Learn by Playing: We don’t just stick to isolated exercises. In every class, we apply the concepts we learn (sweeps/barridos, syncopations, marcato) directly to a different Tango.

  • ✅ Real Ensemble Experience: Includes exclusive backing tracks of singers and bandoneon players so you can practice accompanying other musicians and feel what it’s like to play «for real.»

  • ✅ References from the Masters: We analyze examples played by the great guitar references to understand the style from its roots.

On-Demand Mode: At Your Own Pace When you sign up, you get immediate, lifetime access to all the material.

  • 4 Video Masterclasses (watch them as many times as you want).

  • Downloadable materials: Sheet music, PDFs, exercises, and audio tracks.

Who it's for

  • Guitarists of any style (classical, jazz, rock) looking to get started with the language of Tango.
  • Musicians who already play Tango but feel they need to refine their "yeite" (stylistic nuance) or accompaniment feel.
  • Music students who need clear and organized resources for their coursework or exams.
  • Guitar teachers looking for a proven methodology to teach this genre to their students.

Tango Guitar Course: The Comping Role

Original price was: $70.00.Current price is: $40.00.

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Original price was: $70.00.Current price is: $40.00.
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