
Explore pedagogical approaches to cultivating clave performance by teaching clave melody, counting, tapping on one and three, and coordinating dance moves to build rhythm and inner timing.
Explore congas (tumbadoras) and their role in Latin rhythms like cha-cha and salsa, using a stand for posture-friendly, mid-height setup that supports open tone and relaxed technique.
Hold the cowbell correctly, choose the right size and beater, and maintain proper posture. Play quarter notes and cha cha cha patterns to elevate the latin rhythm in your ensemble.
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Latin Percussion Educator| Intro Latin Percussion Pedagogy
BY W.I.S.E. (Willie's Instructional School of Education)
Learn how to further develop your music teaching skills, overall musicianship, and knowledge to learning Afro-Latin percussion.
What you'll learn
Learn How To Educate & Cultivate A Positive Process To Learning Afro-Latin Percussion
Learn How To Play and Understand Gradual Processes To Perform on Auxiliary Percussion|| Shakers, Güiro, Chékere, Maracas, and Cowbells
Pedagogical Approaches In Cultivating Clavé Performance
Understand How To Evaluate Individuals Skill Sets For Positive Learning & Performance
Positive Approaches To Practicing & Developing The Basic Bongo Pattern-"The Martillo"
Learn Step-By-Step Development of Tone & Basic Conga Rhythms
Develop Basics Patterns & Techniques on Timbales To Help Students Learn The Cha-Cha-Chá, Cáscara, Mambo Rhythm
Learn How To Keep Things Simple and Sounding Good
Now, just think, once you understand simple techniques how to play some of the standard Latin percussion instruments, you will be on your way to creating, and most of all, share and educate other practicing musicians. That's pretty-cool! Right?
This course is constructed for all levels of musicianship from professional music educators to the person who would like to get a great introduction to the remarkably amazing world of Latin percussion. It's all about learning, having fun, and keeping music in your life to share and enjoy. Always remember, practice makes progress! Enjoy.
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