I have finally purchased one of these beautiful instruments from Bolivia. Your videos have both taught me how to play and given me inspiration. If the camera panned up and it was Gustavo playing, I would not be surprised. You add your own flair to the songs as well. If I end up being half as good as you are I will be happy.
Its very very difficult to cover Gustavo's pieces as they are majorly emotionally driven rather than just notes. And you've understood what he was trying to say through his music i can see. Brilliantly done ❤️
I happen to be sitting here when you popped up, thank you for the compliment. But dude, I just listened to your Thaarangal . . . Crikey, you’re amazing!
Wonderful compliment! I started this channel just to show it can be done for those who want to play, including you. Pick one song, learn one note at a time. That's how I do it. Cheers
Hi Tony. I just got my Pablo Richter ronroco. Do you recommend those Aquila strings? Not sure what these are...black nylon with a gold wound middle B string.
Those sound perfect. Can you tell me what they are exactly? I've not had black strings since my originals. I'd love to try them. And congrats on the Richter. I'm expecting my Kiernan any day.
More like a combo of his original recording on Ronroco (with compressed timing) and most of his solo versions. I'm about to redo it with a bit more fidelity to the original, so don't hold on too tight!
I have a Ronroco from Bolivia as well but when i try to learn I am only watching and replaying back multiple times... Is there any place that you would have gotten any Tabs for Gustavo's songs. Or is there a place to learn them that I have not heard of? Please if you can let me know, It would help me learning a better way to play if possible. Thanks! Great Video!
Tony ¿cómo estás?, dos preguntas.. no has considerado dar clases online? Y la otra yo tengo un ronroco achá pero tiene un tiemble diferente al argentino... esto es por las cuerdas o por la construcción? Abrazo!
Hola Carlos. Primero, en cuanto a la instrucción en línea, me halaga, pero considero que mis subidas una forma de instrucción sobre cómo se puede tocar una versión del trabajo de Gustavo. No reclamo exactitud, y además, juego algunas partes intencionalmente diferentes para rellenar instrumentos de acompañamiento. Además, ni siquiera sé leer música, así que no me siento calificada. En cuanto a la segunda pregunta, creo que (mi traductor no es perfecto) estás preguntando por diferentes sintonías, como Boliviano contra Argentino, siendo un factor de construcción o cuerdas. Creo que son ambas cosas. Te lo diré en breve porque ordené cuerdas bolivianas y quiero aprender un par de canciones con esa afinación. Gracias por las preguntas interesantes, ¡salud!
Also, continuing my reply, I look at these uploads as tutorials. That's why I focus close, so one can clearly see the playing. Don't forget, you can slow it down quite a bit. Cheers!
Lovely work. Can I ask what strings you are using? I've just picked up a Ronroco (same model as the one you have here) and used some Medina Artigas 1265 strings which are DGBEB, however although courses 1, 2, 4 and 5 both contain strings at the same octave, the third course has strings an octave apart (bottom string is lower than bottom D string and top is an octave above). This doesn't sound as I'd expect, and looking at your strings in this video they appear to be different to that. I've found some information online pointing to a different configuration with the top two courses an octave apart, but these don't seem to be available in Argentinian tuning.
The strings you have are correct for Argentinian tuning. The middle B strings are indeed an octave apart, so three hi B's in total with the same tuning, one low B. The tuning is relatively the same as the charango. The other ronroco tunings, referred to as Bolivian and or Chilean are lower and the string octaves are different, though the general tuning is the same. For instance, the tune I play called Potrero required different strings. It's Bolivian tuning, and if you listen to Gustavo's version, it's the even lower tuning which I couldn't replicate on my smaller ronroco. It's a lot, sorry, but just getting it all out there to avoid the confusion I had.
@@tonyzender5752 Thank you. That's really helpful. I didn't even know Ronrocos came in different sizes. Surprisingly hard to get a really good overview of the instrument anywhere. The video you reference is beautiful. One more question: have you tried using a piezo pickup? If so, any advice? Thanks again.
Very nice covers. I've been able to learn from you also! And i especially love your room with so many instruments. I have a ronroco also but it is of poor quality and I am interested in investing in a new one. Which model are you using? Are the higher notes accurate? (i find that my ronroco gets detuned the higher notes that I play).
Hi Hamza. Thanks for the nice comments. I posted these for learning so maybe the next Gustavo is inspired and will create more for us. I'm still learning as well and will likely redo many of these first attempts. I've had my Cansión ronroco for exactly a year. It's my first, so I don't know about the quality of other models, but I suspect ronrocos generally don't fret quite as well as guitars. I am pretty happy with this one, though, even higher on the neck. I'm also looking for another one and will be interested in any feedback you get.
Eines meiner Lieblingslieder! Sehr schön gespielt. Danke! Ich möchte auch eine Roncoco haben, kannst du mir weiterhelfen? Wo kann ich eine gute kaufen?
Danke schön! Sie können auf charangomall.com gehen und nach verschiedenen Modellen suchen. Meins ist eine Cansión aus Bolivien von Mario Figueroa, argentinischer Tuning DGBEB. Sie können sich auch direkt an Gitarrenbauer wenden, um ein Instrument in Auftrag zu geben. Viel Glück
Hola Santiago. No hablo español sin ayuda, así que no estoy seguro de lo que estás pidiendo. Hice estos videos para que puedas ver de cerca cómo juego. Espero que te parezca útil.
One of my favorite songs and one of the best covers I have ever heard
Well done man 👏👌❤️
Nos puedes decir como esta afinado el ronroco para este album?
DGBEB Argentinian
this is one of two good solo covers of this piece I’ve managed to find on the entire internet. Lovely interpretation.
Thanks!
I have finally purchased one of these beautiful instruments from Bolivia. Your videos have both taught me how to play and given me inspiration.
If the camera panned up and it was Gustavo playing, I would not be surprised. You add your own flair to the songs as well.
If I end up being half as good as you are I will be happy.
Very kind of you, and motivating. Your journey is precisely why I posted the videos. Cheers!
Its very very difficult to cover Gustavo's pieces as they are majorly emotionally driven rather than just notes. And you've understood what he was trying to say through his music i can see. Brilliantly done ❤️
I happen to be sitting here when you popped up, thank you for the compliment. But dude, I just listened to your Thaarangal . . . Crikey, you’re amazing!
Woah. Thanks a lot brother. I am also a bigg bigg fan of Gustavo 😁
I really appreciate your post!!!!! SO BEAUTIFUL!!!!! THANK YOU!
Eargasm ❤
❤
All your time, patience, and efforts to play like you do are greatly appreciated by those like me that do not have your skill. Thank you.
Wonderful compliment! I started this channel just to show it can be done for those who want to play, including you. Pick one song, learn one note at a time. That's how I do it. Cheers
What's the name of the instrument please.
It's a ronroco
Buen trabajo Tony, tienes un gran talento. Saludos desde Argentina el país del maestro pantalla
Gracias Joaquin. Espero visitar su hermoso país algún día.
What strings do you use?
Still the same, Medina Artigas New Nylgut Ronroco Set for this instrument.
Excelente interpretación
Hi Tony. I just got my Pablo Richter ronroco. Do you recommend those Aquila strings? Not sure what these are...black nylon with a gold wound middle B string.
Those sound perfect. Can you tell me what they are exactly? I've not had black strings since my originals. I'd love to try them. And congrats on the Richter. I'm expecting my Kiernan any day.
2:00 Love this part! Was it an improvise? It's different from the first part
More like a combo of his original recording on Ronroco (with compressed timing) and most of his solo versions. I'm about to redo it with a bit more fidelity to the original, so don't hold on too tight!
Que hermoso cover, le doy Like ! Una pregunta amigo. ¿De donde eres ?
Gracias, es muy amable. Vivo a 150 km al norte de Seattle, USA.
@@tonyzender5752 oh que genial ! Saludos y feliz 2021.
I have a Ronroco from Bolivia as well but when i try to learn I am only watching and replaying back multiple times... Is there any place that you would have gotten any Tabs for Gustavo's songs. Or is there a place to learn them that I have not heard of? Please if you can let me know, It would help me learning a better way to play if possible. Thanks! Great Video!
There is nothing out there that I'm aware of. No tabs, music books or instructional videos.
Tony ¿cómo estás?, dos preguntas.. no has considerado dar clases online? Y la otra yo tengo un ronroco achá pero tiene un tiemble diferente al argentino... esto es por las cuerdas o por la construcción? Abrazo!
Hola Carlos. Primero, en cuanto a la instrucción en línea, me halaga, pero considero que mis subidas una forma de instrucción sobre cómo se puede tocar una versión del trabajo de Gustavo. No reclamo exactitud, y además, juego algunas partes intencionalmente diferentes para rellenar instrumentos de acompañamiento. Además, ni siquiera sé leer música, así que no me siento calificada. En cuanto a la segunda pregunta, creo que (mi traductor no es perfecto) estás preguntando por diferentes sintonías, como Boliviano contra Argentino, siendo un factor de construcción o cuerdas. Creo que son ambas cosas. Te lo diré en breve porque ordené cuerdas bolivianas y quiero aprender un par de canciones con esa afinación. Gracias por las preguntas interesantes, ¡salud!
This is gorgeous
When I listen to this music my mind relaxes and I feel that it is filled with positive energy. is to come back to life. congratulations
Thank you Wilfredo
Where’d you get your Ronroco?
Mario Figueroa is the luthier, in Bolivia. I got it through charangomall.com
@@tonyzender5752 thank you so much 🙏. I’m definitely getting one from here.
Hey Tony, that's beautiful!
Think maybe you can upload a pdf witb tabs or make a tutorial? Would gladly pay for such a thing!
Also, continuing my reply, I look at these uploads as tutorials. That's why I focus close, so one can clearly see the playing. Don't forget, you can slow it down quite a bit. Cheers!
@@tonyzender5752 Well, definitely keep on going! Everything you dish out is simply beautiful.
Lovely work. Can I ask what strings you are using? I've just picked up a Ronroco (same model as the one you have here) and used some Medina Artigas 1265 strings which are DGBEB, however although courses 1, 2, 4 and 5 both contain strings at the same octave, the third course has strings an octave apart (bottom string is lower than bottom D string and top is an octave above). This doesn't sound as I'd expect, and looking at your strings in this video they appear to be different to that.
I've found some information online pointing to a different configuration with the top two courses an octave apart, but these don't seem to be available in Argentinian tuning.
The strings you have are correct for Argentinian tuning. The middle B strings are indeed an octave apart, so three hi B's in total with the same tuning, one low B. The tuning is relatively the same as the charango. The other ronroco tunings, referred to as Bolivian and or Chilean are lower and the string octaves are different, though the general tuning is the same. For instance, the tune I play called Potrero required different strings. It's Bolivian tuning, and if you listen to Gustavo's version, it's the even lower tuning which I couldn't replicate on my smaller ronroco. It's a lot, sorry, but just getting it all out there to avoid the confusion I had.
@@tonyzender5752 Thank you. That's really helpful. I didn't even know Ronrocos came in different sizes. Surprisingly hard to get a really good overview of the instrument anywhere. The video you reference is beautiful. One more question: have you tried using a piezo pickup? If so, any advice? Thanks again.
Very nice covers. I've been able to learn from you also! And i especially love your room with so many instruments.
I have a ronroco also but it is of poor quality and I am interested in investing in a new one.
Which model are you using?
Are the higher notes accurate? (i find that my ronroco gets detuned the higher notes that I play).
Hi Hamza. Thanks for the nice comments. I posted these for learning so maybe the next Gustavo is inspired and will create more for us. I'm still learning as well and will likely redo many of these first attempts.
I've had my Cansión ronroco for exactly a year. It's my first, so I don't know about the quality of other models, but I suspect ronrocos generally don't fret quite as well as guitars. I am pretty happy with this one, though, even higher on the neck. I'm also looking for another one and will be interested in any feedback you get.
Increible Tony, muy buena interpretación! Sabrías donde puedo conseguir un ronroco? Un Saludo!!
Muchas gracias Martí! Este ronroco es de Mario Figueroa en Bolivia. Su marca es Cansión y puede ser alcanzado en CansionBolivia@hotmail.com.
Eines meiner Lieblingslieder! Sehr schön gespielt. Danke!
Ich möchte auch eine Roncoco haben, kannst du mir weiterhelfen? Wo kann ich eine gute kaufen?
Danke schön! Sie können auf charangomall.com gehen und nach verschiedenen Modellen suchen. Meins ist eine Cansión aus Bolivien von Mario Figueroa, argentinischer Tuning DGBEB. Sie können sich auch direkt an Gitarrenbauer wenden, um ein Instrument in Auftrag zu geben. Viel Glück
I love it! Beautifully played
Thanks!
awesome
2:20
Beatiful. Make a cover of "The Journey" please
Thanks for the compliment and request. I actually did a cover of "The Journey." It's also titled "El Viaje" if you do a search.
Brilliant
Beautiful
Schønes arbeit du machst, das gibt mir so viel freude.
Vielen Dank! Ich lerne gerade Deutsch und dein Kommentar ist der erste ausländische, den ich direkt lesen konnte. Danke für die Inspiration!
What is this instrument ?
It's a ronroco. They are from Bolivia, Argentina and Chile.
Hola tony,me lo enseñas?
Hola Santiago. No hablo español sin ayuda, así que no estoy seguro de lo que estás pidiendo. Hice estos videos para que puedas ver de cerca cómo juego. Espero que te parezca útil.
love it, well done!
Thank you
Hermoso!
Gracias : )
beautiful congratulations, what tuning are you using?
Thank you. It's the Argentinian DGBEB tuning.
Felicitaciones, excelente interpretación. Me gustaría saber la afinación del charango, y si tiene cuerdas entorchadas
Gracias Charlie. La afinación es DGBEB argentino y el B bajo está enrollado.
@@tonyzender5752 gracias ahí por el dato.