Afro-Cuban Big Band Play-Along

DVD

I've alredy reviewed Joe's book in this series (see sidebar). This time let's check out his DVD, which takes us further by demonstrating the Afro-Cuban style in a big band setting.

Main Chapters:

Opening - Bemsha Swing

Introduction

Listening

Clave

Mambo

Rendevous

Rendevous Analysis

Cha Cha Cha

Soul Sauce

Soul Sauce Analysis

Bembe ( 6/8 Afro-Cuban)

Afro Green

Afro Green Analysis

Conclusion

Special Features:

PDF files - sheet music for above songs can be found in the CD-Rom content.

Bonus Tracks - Bemsha Swing and Five for Elvin.

Bottom Line: Afro-Cuban Big Band Play-Along DVD
Songs on this DVD are from the 2008 Latin Grammy winning Afro-Bop Alliance, which features the three main categories of Afro-Cuban music: Mambo, Cha Cha Cha, and Bembe.

While I don't recommend this DVD for beginners, if you're interested in improving your Afro-Cuban playing and your reading skills are fairly good, the included drum charts and play-along tracks, will help you improve your existing skills.

While a good value at its retail price of $19.99, you can get it at a substantial discount online at the following link: