Cravo means Harpschord in Portuguese, and, well, a Viola is a word in Portuguese for a guitar. Sometimes we call it a violão, and there is a specific type of guitar we call viola (like the Brazilian instrument Viola Caipira) so its name is the mixture of both words because of its sound. So no wonder you found it in a Renaissance fair, because its sound stands in the in-between of a harpschord and a guitar (the viola type) : the Craviola.
I remember reading interviews with Paulinho Nogueira in the 70’s, he was a very gifted classical and bossa nova guitar player and composer. He wanted an instrument to be played in conjunction with a classical guitar in a duo. It was very common to find duos of 2 classical guitar players, sometimes one of the musicians would use a 7 string guitar for basslines. Paulinho wanted something that would give more bass without the need of a 7th string and also give the singing highs of an electric guitar, so he came up with that body shape that would emphasize the high and low notes. Electrical guitars were seen by many as “yankee culture” and not particularly welcomed in Brazilian music in the 60’s (with some exceptions) as many artists wanted to preserve the Brazilian culture and avoid the influence of rock music. Nylon string guitar was the instrument of bossa nova and the nylon string craviola was supposed to be a sister instrument to the “violão”, or how Brazilians call the acoustic guitar. At the same time Brazilian regional “grassroots” music main instrument was the 10 string “viola”, a smaller bodied guitar with 5 pairs of strings typically tuned in open D or open E, so the 12 string craviola was also aimed at capturing that sound without the need of learning a new tuning In the late 70’s they also produced a solidbody electric that was pretty much a clone of a Gibson les Paul custom but in the craviola shape. I owned one in the 80’s, amazing guitar You can still buy them today, they now have an entry line series made in China that’s very affordable, I think the solidbody electrics are in the $400 range…
Loved the overlook of the Craviola. I've been trying to locate one myself, it is difficult to find one that I can afford in decent condition. Thanks again and much luck to you with your's, Happy Licks
That's where i first saw a Craviola, and i was very lucky in finding one. It quickly became my favourite to use in pub sessions, it's very comfortable - i just wish i could find a 12 string version at a similar reasonable price!
thanks for this! ...came to watch your review of the Harley Benton 12 string and found you did this. Astonishing! I have TWO Giannini electric guitars (yes, made in China). my Tele style looks and plays fantastic - though I upgraded the bridge pickup and saddles. Used the Strat-style Giannini to create a great sounding FrankenStrat tribute to EVH. many upgrades.
I found a Craviola Classical in Atlanta at Music Store in Buckhead. It is number 11 out of 300 made in Brazil that year. It was bought new in 1974. It is is excellent condition. I will be listing it on ETSY soon. $500 if you are interested.
Great video! I've seen a lot of different versions of this instrument and was lucky enough to pick one up with a form fitting hardshell case a few years ago. Unfortunately the Model # and Date on the inside label have faded over time and I have no idea which model I have. By all accounts, it looks like the exact model you show in your video. Can you please let me know if you can see the model number on your label? Thank you!!
Nice sounding instrument! Are the back and sides solid Brazilian rosewood, or a laminate? Export of Brazilian rosewood has, for years, been highly restricted. Any special certifications that accompanied the purchase of that instrument?
It might be a laminate, but it’s obviously hard to tell. I bought the guitar used, so I’m guessing it was imported prior to the restrictions. This is likely why finding dealers outside of Brazil is nearly impossible.
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Cravo means Harpschord in Portuguese, and, well, a Viola is a word in Portuguese for a guitar. Sometimes we call it a violão, and there is a specific type of guitar we call viola (like the Brazilian instrument Viola Caipira) so its name is the mixture of both words because of its sound. So no wonder you found it in a Renaissance fair, because its sound stands in the in-between of a harpschord and a guitar (the viola type) : the Craviola.
I remember reading interviews with Paulinho Nogueira in the 70’s, he was a very gifted classical and bossa nova guitar player and composer. He wanted an instrument to be played in conjunction with a classical guitar in a duo. It was very common to find duos of 2 classical guitar players, sometimes one of the musicians would use a 7 string guitar for basslines. Paulinho wanted something that would give more bass without the need of a 7th string and also give the singing highs of an electric guitar, so he came up with that body shape that would emphasize the high and low notes. Electrical guitars were seen by many as “yankee culture” and not particularly welcomed in Brazilian music in the 60’s (with some exceptions) as many artists wanted to preserve the Brazilian culture and avoid the influence of rock music. Nylon string guitar was the instrument of bossa nova and the nylon string craviola was supposed to be a sister instrument to the “violão”, or how Brazilians call the acoustic guitar. At the same time Brazilian regional “grassroots” music main instrument was the 10 string “viola”, a smaller bodied guitar with 5 pairs of strings typically tuned in open D or open E, so the 12 string craviola was also aimed at capturing that sound without the need of learning a new tuning
In the late 70’s they also produced a solidbody electric that was pretty much a clone of a Gibson les Paul custom but in the craviola shape. I owned one in the 80’s, amazing guitar
You can still buy them today, they now have an entry line series made in China that’s very affordable, I think the solidbody electrics are in the $400 range…
Wow! That is a wonderfully sounding guitar! That 6-string sounds like a 12-string! Very beautiful! Thank you for making this video. 💖
Awesome !!
Loved the overlook of the Craviola. I've been trying to locate one myself, it is difficult to find one that I can afford in decent condition. Thanks again and much luck to you with your's, Happy Licks
I want a Time Variance Authority shirt! And that guitar!
It sounds really good
I think one of these was played by the singer of the band"4 non blondes" on their song What's up. Distinctive sound
That's where i first saw a Craviola, and i was very lucky in finding one. It quickly became my favourite to use in pub sessions, it's very comfortable - i just wish i could find a 12 string version at a similar reasonable price!
Goood luck with your quest! That could be a monumental instrunment@@robertfrazer8161
thanks for this! ...came to watch your review of the Harley Benton 12 string and found you did this.
Astonishing!
I have TWO Giannini electric guitars (yes, made in China).
my Tele style looks and plays fantastic - though I upgraded the bridge pickup and saddles.
Used the Strat-style Giannini to create a great sounding FrankenStrat tribute to EVH. many upgrades.
Sempre quis uma dessas, até mais que um Taylor 😊
I found a Craviola Classical in Atlanta at Music Store in Buckhead. It is number 11 out of 300 made in Brazil that year. It was bought new in 1974. It is is excellent condition.
I will be listing it on ETSY soon. $500 if you are interested.
Nice.
Great video! I've seen a lot of different versions of this instrument and was lucky enough to pick one up with a form fitting hardshell case a few years ago. Unfortunately the Model # and Date on the inside label have faded over time and I have no idea which model I have. By all accounts, it looks like the exact model you show in your video. Can you please let me know if you can see the model number on your label? Thank you!!
@@monkeeboimusic same issue. Faded out of existence. They must’ve been using invisible ink.
what is the scale length?
25.5”
Você precisa conhecer a versão elétrica assinatura do Frejat.
We’ll. Another guitar added to the list 😂🤣
Ha! Yeah I get it. Please apologize to your significant other for me 😂
She left a long time ago 😂🤣
I can do as I please 😂🤣
Nice sounding instrument! Are the back and sides solid Brazilian rosewood, or a laminate? Export of Brazilian rosewood has, for years, been highly restricted. Any special certifications that accompanied the purchase of that instrument?
It might be a laminate, but it’s obviously hard to tell. I bought the guitar used, so I’m guessing it was imported prior to the restrictions. This is likely why finding dealers outside of Brazil is nearly impossible.
Jealous. Great little song you got there.
Thanks man.
Love your work but, man, tidy up that beard. :)
Not sure I know how 🤣
1:45 JIMMY PAGE DID NOT FIND THEM!
IT WAS THE SON WHO CREATED AND SEND A 6 & 12 STRING TO JIMMY PAGE TO TRY IT!
COME ON!!!
Oh the outrage!!! Well done!
WHAT IS YOUR PROBLEM , THEN???
@@TheTapeFarm
@@neutralgod300 no problem at all. Thanks for asking.