Michael Spiro
The Conga Drummer's Guidebook - Book & CD Package
Book and CD Package
(Sher Music 883217),
Released 2006;
Editor's Pick:
One of the best instructional conga drum book/CD packages we have come accross.
Text from the cover...
The only method book specifically designed for intermediate to advanced conga drummers, "The Conga Drummer's Guidebook" is packed with exercises on every aspect of the craft. Includes complete chapters on: understanding clave, correct phrasing concepts, combining four and six feels simultaneously, revoicing ideas, concepts for quinto soloing, 12/8 coordination exercises, stamina exercises, agility exercises, heel-toe technique, and much more. Spiro goes behind the superficial licks and shows you how to approach any Afro-Latin rhythm with the right feel, i.e., he explains the concepts of HOW to play correctly, not just WHAT to play.
Spiro has recorded CDs or videos with Giovanni Hidalgo, Talking Drums (w/ David Garabaldi), Changuito, Ignacio Berroa, John Santos, Andy Narell, Mark Levine, Ray Obiedo, Grace Slick, and innumerable others.
"When I wanted to sudy Afro-Cuban music, everyone said, 'Go see Spiro', I took that advice and it was one of the best decisions I ever made. He is completely knowledgeable about his subject. - Dave Garibaldi
"A Great Book, including the clearest explanation of clave I've ever encountered--worth the price of the book just for that." - Mark Levine
"This is a breakthrough book for all students of the conga drum!" - Karl Perazzo
"It is nice to see useful information on paper that can benefit both beginners and seasoned pros. But I expect nothing less from Spiro. Great job!" - Jesus Diaz, percussionist with Talking Drums, QBT, etc.
"A wonderful treasure trove of techniques written by someone who truly knows and loves this music! The 12/8 bell coordination exercises alone are worth the price of this excellent guide for congueros--and musicians- of all levels." - Rebecca Mauleon
"Michael Spiro is a great percussionist and educator; his knowledge about percussion and his musicality have always impressed me. Michael's book will greatly expand the knowledge of both students and professionals, and will help them to become great percussionists. - Ignacio Berroa
116 pages, with CD included in the book. (BP, 2006-05-20)
Category: Instructional
=> Afro-Latin Percussion
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