LATIN BASS, The Essential Guide to Afro-Cuban and Brazilian Styles. G. Lopez. CD TABLATURE
Latin Bass
The Essential Guide to Afro-Cuban and Brazilian Styles
Series: Musicians Institute Press
Publisher: Musicians Institute Press
Format: Softcover with CD
Composer: David Keif
Composer: George Lopez
This must-have manual for all bassists teaches how to play Afro-Cuban and Brazilian styles such as mambo, cha cha cha, bolero, nanigo, songo, merengue, samba, bossa nova, 3/4 bossa nova, baiao, and partido alto. For each style, there is a brief introduction, an example or two of the basic groove, and a play-along song on the accompanying CD – both with and without bass parts. Also includes a list of artists for recommended listening.
Inventory #HL 00695543
ISBN: 9780634017483
UPC: 073999235067
Width: 9.0"
Length: 12.0"
32 pages
Introduction
As the diverse cultures of the world have continued to blend together, the results have become very apparent in music. Though each ethnic style has distinct characteristics, contemporary musicians combine styles from many cultures as they develop a sound. Much of today's popular music is greatly influenced by Latin music. The general term "Latin music" is used to describe ethnic music which originated from Africa and developed stylistically in Cuba, the Caribbean, and the countries of South America. Each has a very specific bass feel. As a bass player, it is important to become familiar with these feels. Latin Bass gives you this opportunity. Learn the differences between a bossa nova, a mambo and a cha cha chaoFind out how to playa nanigo, and much more. Each style is examined and demonstrated. Get hands-on experience as you play along with the compact disc included in the book.
About This Book
In order to demonstrate a wide spectrum of Latin bass playing, this book covers ten styles. Each style includes a brief introduction, an example or two of the basic groove, and a play-along song. All songs feature a full band on the compact disc. The bass lines are notated just as they are played on the CD. There are two mixes (versions) of each song; the first includes the bass, and the second does not. After you learn the written bass part, you may choose to create your own lines. This is highly encouraged, as it will help in the learning process.
In addition, for each style there is a short list of artists we recommend for listening. This is only a fraction of the available material, but if you want to learn more about Latin, check out these musicians!
The styles are divided into two groups. The first group is Afro-Cuban, traditions coming from the Caribbean and Cuba. These styles are mambo, cha cha, bolero, nanigo, songo, and merengue. The second group is Brazilian, and consists of samba, bossa nova (4/4 and 3/4), baiao, and partido alto. After studying the material from this book, you will have a fundamental understanding of the Latin bass style. Keep in mind that this is only the beginning. These styles evolved from numerous cultures and can only be fully understood by continued study. It is in your best interest to listen to as many recordings as possible to hear the complex variations that the musicians from these cultures use in their music. Keep practicing, listen to the records, and have fun!
About the Authors
George Lopez is one of the most in-demand bass players in the Latin music scene in Los Angeles. He has worked with Tito Puente, Celia Cruz, Poncho Sanchez, EI Chicano, and many others.
David Keif is a successful freelance bass player working in Los Angeles. He is the author of Arpeggios for Bass and Grooves for Electric Bass, both available from Hal Leonard Corporation.
Credits & Acknowledglnents
Music written and arranged by George Lopez, David Keif, and Carlos Campos.
Keyboards and rhythm programming by Carlos Campos.
All bass parts played by George Lopez.
The authors would like to thank Carlos Campos, Maria Martinez, Bruce Buckingham, and
afael Cirne Lima for their knowledge and contributions during the writing of this book.
Table Contents
Introduction .
About This Book .
Part One: Afro-Cuban
Mambo .
Cha Cha Cha .
Bolero
Nanigo
Songo
Merengue
Part 2: Brazilian
Samba
Bossa Nova
3/4 Bossa Nova
Baiao
Partido Alto
Bass Notation Legend
The Essential Guide to Afro-Cuban and Brazilian Styles
• Mambo
• Cha Cha Cha
• Bolero
• Nanigo
• Songo
• Merengue
• Samba
• Bossa Nova
• 3/4 Bossa Nova
• Baiao
• Partido Alto
CD Includes Tracks for Demonstration and Play-Along
ISBN 0-634-01748-9
HL00695543
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