Rhythm Matters - Introduction to Samba Batucada

Product Description

Rhythm Matters is a series of eBooks on Brazilian and Cuban percussion produced by One Voice Music. This edition is an introduction to samba batucada, teaching the basics of samba's rhythm instruments through video, notation and interactive practice.

• Over 40 videos, including how to hold instruments, playing techniques, patterns and swing
• Detailed information, explanation and practice tips for some of the most commonly used instruments in samba
• MangoDrum Player, an application that lets you listen and practise all patterns in the eBook at your chosen speed
• All patterns written in standard notation and grid style notation
• A full composition, including call and response, intro, breaks, solo lines and ending
• All images, including notation pages, can be printed out
• Background information about samba

The disc covers some of the most commonly used rhythm instruments in samba music: agogo, ganza, chocalho, tambourine, caixa, repinique and surdo. A solid starting point if you want to understand how the different instruments interact in a batucada, or brush up your technique on an instrument you already play.

Please note this is a CD-Rom for PC, not a DVD.

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