GuitAfrica for iPhone

GuitAfrica: Explore the Richness of African Guitar Playing

GuitAfrica is a multimedia application developed by Technimo LLC for iPhone users. This full version app is a collaborative project with renowned guitarist Lionel Loueke from Benin, West Africa. It offers a unique and enjoyable way to learn African style guitar.

With GuitAfrica, users can discover the richness and beauty of Pan-African music. The app features 22 original songs composed and performed by Lionel Loueke, inspired by the traditional sounds of African ethnic groups across the continent. Each song comes with a full score and individual parts for guitars, bass, and drums.

Learning the songs is made easy with GuitAfrica. Users can solo a specific part to focus on, adjust the tempo, and even loop a few measures for practice. The app provides both standard music notation and tablatures for the guitar and bass parts, allowing users to learn Lionel's exact fingerings.

In addition to the music, each song is accompanied by a detailed information sheet that provides background on the traditional music, instruments, and ethnic group that inspired it. This adds a deeper understanding and appreciation for African music.

GuitAfrica is not only for guitarists but for all musicians interested in learning and understanding African music. The app's drums and percussion parts help users better grasp the rhythm and feel of the music. Whether on an iPad or iPhone, users can easily read the music parts, zoom in, and even print them.

With its high-quality recordings and informative content, GuitAfrica is not just a learning tool but also a captivating listening experience. It seamlessly combines art and learning, making it a must-have for anyone interested in African guitar playing.