Latin Grooves And Riffs

Learn to play authentic Latin piano with this comprehensive course covering merengue, salsa, montunos, and bossa nova grooves. Whether you're a beginner looking to get started with Latin rhythms or an advanced player wanting to refine your comping and improvisation skills, this course provides the essential tools to master Latin piano styles.

You'll explore clave patterns, left-hand bass techniques, and chord progressions commonly used in salsa, mambo, and Latin jazz. Lessons also break down the fundamentals of montunos, ii-V-I progressions, and rhythmic variations to help you play with confidence in any Latin setting.

By the end of this course, you'll be able to create dynamic Latin grooves, improvise over traditional progressions, and accompany yourself or a band with authentic rhythms and voicings.

How to Play Authentic Latin Piano Grooves

Latin music is driven by rhythmic complexity and groove, making it an exciting style for pianists to explore. This course focuses on essential Latin rhythms, including merengue, salsa, and montunos, to help you develop the coordination and feel required for authentic Latin piano playing.

One of the key skills you'll learn is how to lock in with the clave, the rhythmic backbone of Latin music. You'll also dive into montuno patterns, which create the rhythmic foundation in salsa and mambo. Additionally, the course teaches left-hand bass techniques that allow you to play Latin piano in both solo and ensemble settings.

With step-by-step lessons, you’ll build a strong rhythmic foundation and gain the ability to improvise and comp in Latin styles. Whether you're playing for fun or preparing for a gig, these techniques will give you the confidence to perform with authentic Latin swing.

Is this course suitable for beginners?
Yes! The course includes foundational lessons for beginners while also covering advanced Latin piano techniques.

Will I learn how to play montunos?
Yes! The course has multiple lessons dedicated to montuno patterns, clave rhythms, and left-hand bass techniques.

Can I apply these grooves to jazz and pop music?
Absolutely! Latin grooves are widely used in jazz, fusion, and pop, making these techniques highly versatile.

Do I need to understand music theory to take this course?
Basic chord knowledge is helpful, but the lessons break down the concepts in a way that is easy to follow.