Latin piano taster

About this course

The course explores Cuban rhythms through coordinated piano and percussion parts. Learners play together in a format intended to imitate a band, with the tutor demonstrating what to play and short in-class practice sessions using headphones. Activities focus on interlocking rhythms, idiomatic riffs and montunos, giving participants material to take away for further playing.

What you'll learn

• Coordinate piano parts with percussion rhythms
• Recognise and play interlocking Cuban rhythms
• Apply idiomatic riffs and montunos in Latin piano playing

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for intermediate pianists and requires piano playing at approximately Grade 4 level or above. Familiarity with chord symbols may be useful. Participation involves playing together as a group in a band-style format, alongside short individual practice periods.

• Requires piano playing at Grade 4 level or above
• Familiarity with chord symbols is advantageous
• Includes ensemble playing as well as short practice periods

Before you go

• Learners may wish to record parts of the session.