The True Cuban Bass

I’ve read several complaints about how the CD wasn’t sent with the book.Well, if one actually reads the book, they’d have known that the audio is downloaded from the website that is written…in the book…that is, if one actually reads the book…y’know…opens it up and pontificates on the words that are written…in the book. READ, PEOPLE! READ!!

Your reading chops better be pretty good because the examples move right along in real time. If you can sight read fairly well you will be OK. If not, it may be a problem..excellent Book!

This book is excellent! It details in a short but concise way, the history of the Cuban bass, how the various rhythms evolved and merged. The CDs work beautifully as demonstration and play along practice aids to the concepts described. I would recommend this book to any bass player who wants to further their knowledge, enjoyment and informed playing of this amazing music... Kudos!

Information and insight to the roots of traditional Cuban music. A perfect research companion to Oscar Stagnaro's book. Allows the reader to gain a deeper understanding of all the different styles. Clear presentation.

If you want to play bass in the actual Cuban style, you need this book. It's bilingual and has many examples. It's also a history lesson, which I think is necessary to learn the style. My bass teacher also has this book, and it's an essential part of both our collections.

Style is re-subdivision of the beat. Retrain your brain away from generic rock and start becoming a credible bassist with this great book.

a must have for any bassist who likes Latin music

I have been sent the book twice without the CDs don't bother.

If you want to learn latin music and want to know a bit of the background as well, this book is really good. The approach is also very good. It starts out with some easier parts and increases throughout the book. Its perfect together with The Latin Bass Book. Its fun to play along to the recordings.

Good for those who want to learn this style of music, but not for beginners.