The True Cuban Bass
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Description
Composer
Carlos Del Puerto & Silvio Vergara
Category
Bass book
Level
All Levels
Description
For Acoustic or Electric Bass!
- English and Spanish text
- Includes CD download of either historic Cuban recordings or Carlos playing each exercise
- Many transcriptions of complete bass parts for tunes in different Cuban styles - the roots of salsa
Endorsements
"This is a wonderful book. The combined efforts of these distinguished members of the Cuban school of the bass has resulted in a highly educative product, recommendable to all bass players and to anyone desiring to expand their knowledge of our music.”
— Paquito D'Rivera
"This will improve your partnership with the Latin rhythm section.”
— Jimmy Haslip
"This is a magnificent book which will bring all bassists closer to authentic Latin music.”
— Chucho Valdes
"A musical lifesaver for any musician wishing to dig a little deeper into the wonders of Cuban music.”
— Rebeca Mauleon
"Great information for any musician interested in the inside of the Afro-Cuban bass. From traditional to contemporary bass, this book is a must for all levels. Great job!”
— Oscar Stagnaro
"An exceptional book written by two authorities on Afro-Cuban music. For the intermediate or professional bassist, this is it! For the composer or arranger, this is the definitive source of information on the subject.”
— Victor Mendoza