Brazilian Guitar Lessons - Learn Samba & Bossa Nova Guitar

embrace the rhythm

Explore The Sounds Of Brazil

From the laid-back vibes of a guitar at the neighborhood boteco in Rio to the vibrant, party-like atmosphere of carnival in Salvador, Brazil is home to a musical landscape that’s as diverse and unique as the people within its borders. Influenced by its blended African, Indigenous, and European heritage, the country has created numerous exotic musical genres and traditions from scratch, most notably Samba and Bossa Nova.

João Gilberto. Antonio Carlos Jobim. Gilberto Gil. The list of world-renowned musical originators and innovators is endless.

Experience the authentic sounds of Brazil.

Sample Lessons

São Paulo to Salvador

Tradition Becomes Accessible

Hailing from São Paulo, Brazil, London-based guitarist, producer, and master multi-instrumentalist Rafael Valim lives and breathes Brazilian music. From contemporary styles to the classic sounds of Samba and Bossa Nova, Valim embraces it all. In addition to o violão – or the guitar – he is proficient in cavacho, mandolin, pandeiro, cuica, caixa, zabumba, repinique, rebolo and many other traditional instruments

Valim is the man that legendary Brazilian groups like Karametade call when they tour through London, as they know he can put together the local ex-pat backing band and lead them through the set. He’s performed at most of the iconic UK venues including Hammersmith Apollo, The O2, and Ronnie Scotts, and loves introducing the sounds of Brazil to new audiences.

The Ultimate Learning Experience

Brazilian Guitar Techniques

Learn how to play Samba and Bossa Nova on guitar whilst also understanding the complex rhythms which underpin Brazilian genres in this 1 hour 15 minute course taught by Rafael Valim.

Interactive On-screen Notation

Learning new skills is easier with our innovative, interactive tools. Access on-screen notation, tablature, animated fretboard diagrams, variable tempos, and more today.