Books

Domina los Fundamentos de la Percusión Latina
Descubre los instrumentos de percusión manual esenciales que forman la columna vertebral rítmica de la música latina y salsa. Esta guía completa explora la campana (cencerro), las maracas, las claves y el güiro—el "vínculo" que mantiene unidos los ritmos sincopados y permite que la música fluya con continuidad.
Aprende cómo funcionan estos instrumentos dentro de conjuntos auténticos a través de 13 estilos musicales, incluyendo Son, Mambo, Timba, Cha-cha-chá y más. Ya seas pianista, bajista o trompetista, entender estas partes fundamentales de percusión profundizará tu comprensión musical y transformará tu enfoque del ritmo latino.
Perfecto para músicos de cualquier nivel que deseen comprender verdaderamente lo que hace funcionar la música latina.
Also available in English

Master the Foundation of Cuban Percussion

Discover the essential hand percussion instruments that form the rhythmic backbone of Cuban music. This comprehensive guide explores the campana (cowbell), maracas, claves, and güiro—the "glue" that holds syncopated grooves together.

Learn how these instruments function within authentic Cuban ensembles through 13 musical styles including Son, Mambo, Timba, Cha-cha-chá, and more. Whether you're a pianist, bassist, or horn player, understanding these fundamental percussion parts will deepen your musical insight and transform your approach to Cuban rhythm.

Perfect for musicians at any level who want to truly grasp what makes Cuban music work.

También disponible en Español

The Cuban Fake Book 2025 Edition - A comprehensive collection of 74 Cuban standards spanning son, bolero, danzón, contradanza, and more. Featuring works from legendary composers like Miguel Matamoros, Sindo Garay, and Ignacio Piñeiro, plus 15 new additions in our 2024-2025 updates. Includes a practical appendix with ensemble examples for 13 essential Cuban styles. Perfect for musicians seeking authentic Cuban repertoire.

Master 768 Guitar Chords Instantly - No Music Reading Required!

From basic major chords to advanced jazz voicings, this comprehensive guide offers 4 unique versions of every chord used in popular music. With easy reference tabs and clear finger diagrams organized by key, you'll never be stumped by an unfamiliar chord again. Perfect for beginners and pros alike, this is your complete roadmap to guitar mastery.

This updated edition of A Child's Book of Christmas Carols features modern music notation, complete with chords and guitar parts. All lyrics and extra verses have been added for a richer experience. The original Masha artwork has been transformed into black-and-white, perfect for kids to color in.

Songs include timeless favorites like "Silent Night," "Joy to the World," "The First Noel," and many more. Plus, with the purchase of the book, you'll receive free MIDI versions of the music to play on your computer. A perfect addition to your family's Christmas traditions!

This book, (which includes 95 tracks of examples as mp3 files), is the culmination of over twenty years of intensive study and research of all of the folkloric musical practice of Cuba.

The author is not an outside observer, but a veteran percussionist with family ties and cultural bonds to Cuba, dedicated to the study of the island’s musical traditions at the source, and to sharing his knowledge with clarity, precision, and insight. The book is meant primarily for serious study by percussionists, but is also full of historical background.

It covers the rhythmic and technical details of this music with unmatched thoroughness, and puts the music in its historical, cultural, and spiritual context, deepening the experience for all users of this wonderful resource, from gigging musician to ethnomusicologist to interested listener.

The Cuban Masters Series – Cuban Bass is a must-have for bassists looking to master the rhythms of Cuban music. Led by Jiovanni Cofiño, this guide offers intermediate to advanced players the tools to play genres like son, timba, danzón, mambo, and more. Packed with practical exercises and insights, it's both an instructional book and a personal workshop to help you elevate your Cuban bass playing.

Learn to play authentic Cuban piano styles with guidance from maestro Emilio Morales and musicologist Jon Griffin. From montuno variations to cha-cha-chá, bolero, timba, and more, this book provides real-world examples, not just exercises. Audio examples included!

Disponible en Español

Learn to play the Cuban tres from a true master.

In this book, you will learn about the Cuban tres and how to play it correctly.

Your guide is Leonel “Guajiro” Gonzalez, who has played in many Cuban bands including Elito Reve and many sessions in studios around Havana.