Opening up: playing bongos to other forms of music
Posted: Sat Aug 21, 2021 9:09 am
I understand the vital importance of preserving tradition and cultural heritage. Not only that, I believe there is also a consideration of respect and appreciation for the legions of bongoceros who devoted their talent and life to wonderful salsa music.
Still, occasionally I wonder about playing bongos to other forms of music than salsa, and using different patterns than the martillo and its variations. Basically, I have come to suspect that bongos are lots more versatile instruments than commonly held.
Here are just a few videos posted by this bongos player addressing the issue. There are more such videos: if you find yourself in an "exploring mood" they can be found at:
https://www.youtube.com/c/RomanPercussi ... ery=bongos
They might be of interest for the younger or would-be bongoceros as offering added options and variety.
Still, occasionally I wonder about playing bongos to other forms of music than salsa, and using different patterns than the martillo and its variations. Basically, I have come to suspect that bongos are lots more versatile instruments than commonly held.
Here are just a few videos posted by this bongos player addressing the issue. There are more such videos: if you find yourself in an "exploring mood" they can be found at:
https://www.youtube.com/c/RomanPercussi ... ery=bongos
They might be of interest for the younger or would-be bongoceros as offering added options and variety.