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Salsa's, Merangue's, & Tumbao's

#42
Originally posted by JoseNeville
But what I try to tell if that he need to be saturate listen latin music, this is the first steap. Latin music if diferent you should have the clave inside. If you want to know what latin bassist are doing now, the Afro Cuban Groove is the book.
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You are so right! Saturating yourself in the music is key, IMO.
 
#43
Originally posted by JoseNeville
Thanks Gard!!!

I talk about Marc Anthony because I know that in states is difficult to find "Salsa Gorda". Of couse Tito Puente, Batacumbele, Ray Barreto, Willie Colon, Ruben Blades, El Gran Combo, Irakere, Isamael Rivera, etc.. are the masters. Congratulations I don't know that you are the bassist for Tito's son:o
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Jose -

Don't be overly impressed!!! I am in no way in a class with most of the guys you mention. :eek:

I am honored when I have the opportunity to play Tito Sr's music with his son, and do all I can to play the music with the joy and feeling it deserves. I am always learning.
 
#44
Originally posted by Gard


Agreed, they are both excellent books, but to get a better "grip" on the basics, "The True Cuban Bass" is better. The author is Carlos Del Puerto, the wonderful bassist from Irakere. I need to break that one back out and go over it again! :D
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I totally agree with that: the one book you want is "The True Cuban Bass" by Carlos Del Puerto.

But you might also want : "The Latin Bass Book" by Oscar Stagnaro and Chuck Sher . Same publisher, who also has:

"Inside The Brazilian Rhythm Section" by Nelson Faria and Cliff Korman. The title speaks for itself.

"The Improvisor's Bass Method by Chuck Sher". Best allround bass book.

"Concepts for Bass Soloing" by Chuck Sher and Marc Johnson. Challenging book for soloing -even for the highest level of players.

I've got no business interest with Sher, but their books (not only for those for bass) are easily the best.
 
#45
Gard, I assume you will be playing with Tito Jr in Richmond on July 21. Can't wait to see you. Should be a good show. Last year Eddie Palmeri played that night and he blew me away.

My percussionist friend Cocomo, who taught me what little I know about Latin music, got to meet Tito one time. But he was more excited when Bobby Rodriguez was there as well. Cocomo mentioned how Bobby was tapping his foot in clave when he played. Seems like a good idea.
 
#46
Slam -

No, I won't be with Tito for that gig...didn't even know he had that gig! Hmm...he does do "track" shows occassionally, or use other (i.e. local) backing bands if the gig doesn't pay enough to cover the expense of bringing us along. I'll have to ask him about it. Wish I could tell you otherwise...
 

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