Books
Piano Cubano: Aprende Montuno, Son y Timba con Emilio Morales
Emilio Morales, uno de los pianistas más versátiles de Cuba, y el musicólogo Jon Griffin recorren juntos los estilos que definen la música cubana — desde el danzón y el bolero hasta el son montuno, el changüí y la timba. Cada estilo se trabaja con ejemplos reales, no ejercicios vacíos.
Cuban Masters Series - The Cuban Tres
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.
Cuban Masters Series - Piano
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!
Cuban Masters Series - Cuban Bass
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.
The Afro-Cuban Folkloric Musical Tradition: Complete Guide
Comprehensive study of Cuban folkloric music by veteran percussionist with deep cultural ties to Cuba. Includes detailed notation, cultural context, and 95 audio examples covering Yoruba, Bantu, Dahomey, Carabalí, Conga, and Rumba traditions. Essential for serious students of Afro-Cuban percussion and ethnomusicology.