1. Traditional Spanish System (similar to guitar):
* Do: Low E string, first fret (also referred to as "1")
* Re: Low E string, second fret (also referred to as "2")
* Mi: Low E string, third fret (also referred to as "3")
* Fa: A string, first fret (also referred to as "4")
* Sol: A string, second fret (also referred to as "5")
* La: D string, first fret (also referred to as "6")
* Si: D string, second fret (also referred to as "7")
2. Modified Spanish System:
* Do: Low E string, second fret
* Re: Low E string, third fret
* Mi: Low E string, fourth fret
* Fa: A string, second fret
* Sol: A string, third fret
* La: D string, second fret
* Si: D string, third fret
3. Solfa System (used for some folk instruments):
* Do: Lowest note played on the instrument
* Re: Second lowest note
* Mi: Third lowest note
* Fa: Fourth lowest note
* Sol: Fifth lowest note
* La: Sixth lowest note
* Si: Seventh lowest note
Considerations:
* Tuning: The bandurria can be tuned in various ways. The traditional tuning is like a guitar, but other tunings exist. This influences the starting point for the "so-fa" syllables.
* Teaching Approach: Some teachers use a different starting point for the "do" to emphasize specific musical concepts or make learning easier for beginners.
Best Practice:
* Ask your teacher: The best way to know the correct "so-fa" system for your bandurria is to ask your teacher. They will be able to guide you based on the chosen tuning and teaching approach.
* Explore different systems: Experiment with different "so-fa" systems to see which one works best for you. Some people find that one system makes it easier to understand intervals and chord progressions.
Ultimately, the most important thing is to understand how the notes relate to each other and to develop a good ear for music. The "so-fa" system is just a tool to help you achieve that goal.