The charango I play has a mouth and can talk.
Traditional saying
It’s only missing eyes to help me cry.
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Charango, Ronroco, and Charangón: differences, tunings, and uses
One of the artists who has greatly contributed to spreading the sound of the charango and Andean music is undoubtedly Gustavo Santaolalla, author of numerous soundtracks (notably the ones for…
Buying a Charango: What You Need to Know
Buying a charango: a practical guide The charango is a widely popular instrument in South America, especially in the Andean states, but finding one abroad can be quite challenging. This…
Essential Guide to Charango Pricing
The price of a charango depends on a number of factors, which relate first and foremost to the type of instrument, but also to the materials from which it is…
Complete guide to Charango care
Introduction The charango, a traditional musical instrument native to the Andes, is one of the most important symbols of the culture of this region. Its ancient, exotic and penetrating sound…
The traditional charango according to Bonny Alberto Terán
One of the most important exponents of the traditional Bolivian charango is undoubtedly Bonny Alberto Terán. Few can boast such a significant career that has made him a reference for…
Learning the charango with the masters
Aprendiendo con maestros: learning Charango with the masters During a study trip to Bolivia in the spring of 2022, I had the great pleasure of spending a few days in…
Essential Charango chords
Charango chords: Major, Minor, Dominant, Augmented, and Diminished Are you a beginner struggling with basic chords on your charango? Look no further! Introducing a comprehensive PDF guide that showcases the…
What is a Charango
Las cuerdas de mi Charango traducen mis sentimientos: cuando estoy contento ríen, cuando estoy con pena lloran
José Prudencio Bustillo (1922)
The charango is a stringed musical instrument of…