GuitAfrica

“…I love it! That’s the funkiest stuff ever!“ – John Scofield

“GuitAfrica is a wonderful app… it reveals the richness and beauty of Pan-African music in a fun way!“ – Angélique Kidjo

Step into the sound world of world-renowned guitarist Lionel Loueke (Benin, West Africa) and discover the vibrant traditions of African music through 22 original songs created exclusively for GuitAfrica.

Why You’ll Love It

- Play with a master – Learn directly from Lionel Loueke’s compositions, performances, and fingerings.

- Authentic repertoire – Songs inspired by diverse African ethnic groups, rhythms, and instruments.

- Interactive charts – Standard notation + TAB for guitar and bass, plus full drum and percussion parts.

- Practice your way – Solo or mute instruments, loop sections, slow down, speed up, and transpose to any key.

- Learn the feel – Go beyond notes: immerse yourself in rhythm, groove, and phrasing.

- Studio quality – Professionally recorded with a world-class band and engineer.

Every song comes with background notes on the culture and traditions that inspired it, making GuitAfrica both a learning tool and a listening experience. Many users say they find themselves coming back to the music just to enjoy it.

Perfect for:

- Guitarists and bassists who want to expand their vocabulary.

- Drummers and percussionists looking to deepen their rhythmic understanding.

- Musicians of all kinds who want to connect with Africa’s rich musical heritage.

Features at a Glance:

- 22 exclusive songs by Lionel Loueke

- Full scores + parts for guitar, bass, drums, percussion

- Standard notation + TAB with exact fingerings

- Loop, slow down, transpose, mute/solo controls

- Cultural context & history for each song

GuitAfrica sits at the crossroads of art and learning—an app that teaches, inspires, and plays like a record.