Master the Brazilian 7-string guitar and learn the way to the “baixaria” counterpoint.
The Online Course for 7-String Guitar Students aims to introduce learners to the basics as well as advanced techniques of the instrument, with materials, instructional videos, backing tracks, and much more.
Who is this
course for?
From beginner
to advanced
The transition from
6-string to 7-string guitar
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repertoire
WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?
1 - Beginner: Introduction
- Introduction (Book and Dictionary to Download)
- 1. Posture
- 2. Hand position
- 3. Guitar tuning
- 4. Dedeira
- Teste 1 – Five Dedeira’s models
- Teste 2 – More five models!
- Right hand rhythm (don’t skip this exercise)
- How to Change Your 7-string guitar
2 - Practice - Let's exercise those fingers!
- Study 1- C major
- Study 2- D major
- Study 3- E major
- Study 4- F major
- Study 5- G major
- Study 6- A major
- Study 7- B major
- Study 8- Db major
- Study 9- Eb major
- Study 10- Gb major
- Study 11- Bb major
- Study 12- Ab major
- Final considerations; go to the next level!
3 - Intermediate I - Practice of baixarias (Major Keys)
- Introduction (PDF Handbook attachment)
- Samba groove (simple)
- Study 1 – C Major
- Study 2 – D Major
- Study 3 – E Major
- Study 4 – F Major
- Study 5 – G Major
- Study 6 – A Major
- Study 7 – B Major
4 - Intermediate II - Practice of baixarias (Minor Keys)
- Introduction (PDF Handbook attachment)
- Study 1 – Am
- Study 2 – Bm
- Study 3 – Cm
- Study 4- Dm
- Study 5 – Em
- Study 6 – Fm
- Study 7 – Gm
- Study 8 – Bbm
- Study 9 – C#m
- Study 10 – Ebm
- Study 11 – F#m
- Study 12 – Abm
5 - Theory I - Theoretical Fundamentals
- Downloadable material
- Scales (major and minor scale formation, and exercises)
- Chord formation
- Arpeggio
- Harmony
- Greek Modes
- Scales application
- Final considerations
6 - Repertoire I - Classics of Samba and Choro (10 songs)
- Introduction
- Naquela Mesa (Sérgio Bittencourt)
- Doce de Côco (Jacob do Bandolim)
- Acreditar (Dona Ivone Lara)
- Pedacinhos do Céu (Waldir Azevedo)
- Tiro ao álvaro (Adoniran Barbosa e Osvaldo Molles)
- Naquele Tempo (Pixinguinha e Benedito Lacerda)
- Feitiço da Vila (Noel Rosa)
- Flor Amorosa (Joaquim Callado)
- Último desejo (Noel Rosa)
- Tico-tico no Fubá (Zequinha de Abreu)
7 - Repertoire II - Classics of Samba and Choro (9 songs)
- Odeon (Ernesto Nazareth)
- Cheirava-te (Mário Alvares da Conceição)
- Jura (Sinhô)
- Pelo Telefone (Donga)
- Atrarente (Chiquinha Gonzaga)
- Gaúcho (Chiquinha Gonzaga)
- Não tem tradução (Noel Rosa)
- Palpite infeliz (Noel Rosa)
- Com que roupa (Noel Rosa)
8 - Grooves
- Brazilian Tango
- Polka
- Waltz
- Baião
- Frevo
- Maxixe
- Choro
- Samba
9 - Mandatory parts, solos and introductions
- Introduction – Downloadable Handbook (Sheet Music and Tablature)
- Study 1 – Estrela de madureira (Acyr Pimentel e Cardoso)
- Study 2 – Preciso me encontrar (Cartola)
- Study 3 – Aperto de mão (Horondino Silva,Jayme Florene e Augusto Mesquita)
- Study 4 – Sempre acessa (Quinteto Branco e Preto)
- Study 5 – Amor proibido (Cartola)
- Study 6 – Chorinho na praia (Jacob do Bandolim)
- Study 7 – Samba do Irajá (Nei Lopes)
- Study 8 – Murmurando (Jacob do Bandolim)
- Study 9 -Favela (Roberto Ribeiro)
- Study 10 – Conversa de botequim (Noel Rosa)
- Study 11 – Bebeto loteria (Fundo de Quintal)
- Study 12 – Nego Benguela (Roque Ferreira)
- Study 13 – Teu Beijo (Jacob do bandolim)
- Study 14 – Sim (Cartola e Oswaldo Martins)
- Study 15 – Planta Imortal (Roberto RIbeiro)
- Study 16 – Só pra chatear (Príncipe pretinho)
- Study 17 – Quem me vê sorrindo (Cartola)
- Study 18 – Exemplo (Lupicínio Rodrigues)
- Study 19 – Tenebroso (Ernesto Nazareth)
- Study 20 – Rose (Ederaldo Gentil e Nelson Rufino)
10 - Thumb Technique - Technical Exercises
- DOWNLOAD HERE YOUR HANDBOOK!
- Exercise 1 – 3 variations
- Exercise 2 – Thumb arpeggios
- Exercise 3 – Technique over phrasing 1
- Exercise 4 – Thumb jump
- Exercise 5 – Speed and precision
- Exercise 6 – Technique over phrasing 2
- Exercise 7 – Impulse technique
- Final toughts
- BONUS – Thumb workout
11 - Seven in Practice - Study with Me (Intermediate/Advanced Level)
- Seven in Practice #1 – Study 1
- Seven in Practice #2 – Study 2
- Seven in Practice #3 – Study 3
- Seven in Practice #4 – Study 4
- Seven in Practice #5 – Study 5
- Seven in Practice #6 – Study 6
- Seven in Practice #7 – Study 7
- Seven in Practice #8 – Study 8
- Seven in Practice #9 – Study 9
- Seven in Practice #10 – Study 10
- Seven in Practice #11 – Study 11
- Seven in Practice #12 – Study 12
- Seven in Practice #13 – Study 13
- Seven in Practice #14 – Study 14
- Seven in Practice #15 – Study 15
- Seven in Practice #16 – Study 16
- Seven in Practice #17 – Study 17
- Seven in Practice #18 – Study 18
- Seven in Practice #19 – Study 19
- Seven in Practice #20 – Study 20
12 - Bonus I - Transcriptions and Arrangements
- About the transcriptions!
- Ciência e arte (Cartola e Carlos Cachaça) – Content for educational purposes!
- Desta vez vou eu (Cartola)
- Vibrações (Jacob do Bandolim)
- Chão de estrelas (Orestes Barbosa e Silvio Cladas) – Com João Macacão
- Correntes (Roque Ferreira) por Roberto Ribeiro – 7 strings transcription (first class samba!)
- Homenagem ao mestre Cartola (Nelson Sargento) – Transcription of Raphael Rabello’s baixarias
- Se você me ouvisse (Nelson Cavaquinho/Guilherme de Brito) – Dino 7 cordas’ baixarias!
- Pressentimento (Elton Medeiros)
- Desengano (Aniceto da Portela)
- Tenebroso (Ernesto Nazareth)
- No balance do Verde e Rosa! – Feliz Carnaval!
- Gamação Danada (Almir-Neguinho da Beija-Flor)
- Devolvi (Adelino Moreira)
- Mensagem (Almir Guineto)
- Conselho amigo (Noca da Portela) – Fundo de Quintal’s version
- Corta Jaca/Gaúcho (Chiquinha Gonzaga)
- Morrendo de Saudade (Nei Lopes e Wilson Moreira)
- O Vôo da mosca (Jacob do Bandolim)
- Se este cavaco falasse (Bruno Vinci)
- Quando se apaixonam (Bruno Vinci)
- Preciso me encontrar (Cartola)
- Mágoas (Jacob do Bandolim)
- Espelho (J.Nogueira/P.C.Pinheiro)
- Propagas (Acyr Pimental e Cardoso)
- Pela Hora (Adriano Ribeiro e Carlos Caetano)
- Desengano (Aniceto da Portela)
- Não posso viver sem ela (Alcebiades Barcelos / A. De Oliveira)
- O quitandeiro (Monarco e Paulo da Portela)
- Liberdade (Dona Ivone Lara) – Roberto Ribeiro’s version
- Fica comigo esta noite (Nelson Gonçalves e Adelino Moreira)
- Baile no elite (João Nogueira / Nei Lopes)
13 - Bonus II - Original Compositions - with Sheet Music for Free Download!
- You can find all my scores at the following link!
WHAT YOU WILL GET
- 13 Modules
- More than 130 Videos
- 48 Backing Tracks
- 7 Study booklets
- Sheet Music and Tablatures
- Bonus 1
Transcriptions and Arrangements
- Bônus 2
Original Compositions
- 1 Month of Support
via WhatsApp
WHAT DO OUR STUDENTS SAY?
• 13 Modules
• More than 130 Videos
• 48 Backing Tracks
• 7 Study booklets
• Sheet Music and Tablatures
• Bonus 1 – Transcriptions and Arrangements
• Bônus 2 – Original Compositions
• 1 Month of Support via WhatsApp
12x de R$ 62,05
ou R$ 600,00 à vista
Learn More About Your Instructor
Bruno Vinci
Bruno Vinci is a guitarist and composer, widely recognized for his originality and versatility in Brazilian instrumental music and choro. He has released two albums — Percussivo (2015) and Balançado (2023) — which highlight his deep Brazilian and Latin American influences.
Currently, he leads the project “7 Cordas Paulista – Bruno Vinci e Regional Brasa Pura,” deepening his research and artistry on the 7-string guitar. He has participated in several recordings, including Quebra Cabeça (Sacudindo o Choro), Ernesto Nazareth: Erudito e Popular (with Paulo Novais), and Choro Marginal. Throughout his career, he has shared the stage with renowned Brazilian artists such as Lô Borges, Toninho Horta, Claudio Nucci, among others from the choro and MPB scenes.
Bruno is also an educator, offering workshops in Brazil, Europe, and the United States, including prestigious institutions such as CIVEBRA and the Saint Louis College of Music (Rome). He has published educational materials and runs an online course dedicated to the 7-string guitar, establishing himself as a leading reference on the instrument.
Based in São Paulo for over 15 years, Bruno remains active in concerts, recordings, and teaching.
Frequently
Asked
Questions
What skill level do I need?
The course is for all levels — from beginner to advanced.
Can I ask the teacher questions?
Yes! You can send your questions through the platform, and Professor Vinci will reply. Plus, you get 1 month of support via WhatsApp after your purchase.
Is the course lifetime access?
Yes! Once you buy it, you get lifetime access. No renewals needed.
Can I pay in installments?
Yes! You can split the payment using a credit card (with card fees) or pay in full using a bank slip.
Can I take this course with a 6-string guitar?
Yes, you can! But keep in mind, you’ll need to adapt some phrases and chords.
Can I start directly on the 7-string guitar, even if I'm a beginner?
Absolutely! The course is designed to help you start from scratch, even if you’ve never played guitar before.