: The harmony utilizes advanced chord voicings, including major and minor sevenths, ninths, and augmented elevenths. For instance, it often opens or resolves with an Amaj7(9) or Amaj7 .
Playing this piece in Bosco's style requires a specific levada (rhythm) and technical approach: O BГЉBADO E A EQUILIBRISTA no ViolГЈo - JoГЈo Bosco
The song is a sophisticated samba with a complex harmonic structure that reflects João Bosco's unique playing style: : The harmony utilizes advanced chord voicings, including
: The core is a steady samba beat. The thumb constanty marks the bass pulse, while the other fingers pluck the higher notes of the chord. including major and minor sevenths
: For a "swung" ( suingado ) feel, Bosco often alternates the bass between the root and the perfect fifth. He also uses left-hand muting to create a dryer, more percussive sound.