Rebeca
Mauleón, author of the critically-acclaimed Salsa Guidebook
for Piano and Ensemble and co-editor of The Latin Real Book, creates
the ultimate resource for the aspiring as well as the seasoned
Afro-Caribbean pianist with her newest book, 101 Montunos.
Tracing over one hundred years of development, Mauleón explores the
range and variety of the piano's role in popular Afro-Caribbean music,
from its early beginnings to the latest in contemporary styles. 101
Montunos is a journey through dozens of styles which form the basis of
modern-day Salsa and Latin Jazz, from the Cuban danzón and songo to
the Puerto Rican bomba and Dominican merengue.
This guide gives detailed examples of the most popular rhythms in
Afro-Caribbean music, and includes recorded performances on CDs by the
author herself. With a bi-lingual (English/Spanish) text, 101 Montunos
gives the reader a glimpse into the intricate and syncopated world of
Latin piano-playing, featuring well over one hundred montuno patterns
and variations-most including bass lines-as well as several solo
fragments by some of the most renowned pianists in the field.
This
book and two CD package is a must for any pianist or keyboardist
wishing to explore the detailed history and technique of this
marvelous art form. $28 list price.
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