101 Montunos- Afro-Caribbean Music Book/2Cds

101 Montunos- Afro-Caribbean Music Book and 2Cds

101 Montunos is a Captivating Journey Through Dozens of Styles which Form the Basis of Modern-Day Salsa and Latin Jazz

Authored by Rebeca Mauleon-Santana, known for her acclaimed "Salsa Guidebook for Piano and Ensemble" and co-editor of "The Latin Real Book," "101 Montunos" serves as the ultimate resource for both aspiring and seasoned Afro-Caribbean pianists. This comprehensive guide traces over a century of development in the piano's role within popular Afro-Caribbean music, exploring various styles from their early origins to contemporary expressions.

The book covers a wide range of styles foundational to modern-day Salsa and Latin Jazz, including Cuban danzón, songo, Puerto Rican bomba, and Dominican merengue. With detailed examples of popular rhythms in Afro-Caribbean music, "101 Montunos" provides a journey through intricate and syncopated Latin piano-playing, featuring over one hundred montuno patterns and variations—many accompanied by bass lines—as well as solo fragments by renowned pianists.

With a bilingual (English/Spanish) text and recorded performances by the author on the accompanying CDs, this 152-page book is an essential resource for any pianist or keyboardist looking to delve into the rich history and techniques of this captivating art form.

Author/pianist Rebeca Mauleon has recorded and performed with; Carlos Santana, Tito Puente, Poncho Sanchez, Pete Escovedo, The Machete Ensemble, Israel "Cachao" Lopez, Francisco Aguabella, Daniel Ponce, Alex Acuna, Giovanni Hildalgo, Justo Almario, Steve Turre, Joe Henderson and many others.