Michael Spiro

The Conga Drummer's Guidebook

The Conga Drummer's Guidebook is the only method book specifically designed for intermediate to advanced conga drummers -packed with exercises on every aspect of the craft!

Includes complete chapters on: a clear, lucid explanation of clave
# exercises on playing quinto
# correct phrasing concepts
# revoicing ideas to give more depth to your playing
# 12 coordination exercises
# explanation of many different rhythmic styles
# stamina exercises
# agility exercises
# heel-toe technique, and much more!

Spiro goes behind the superficial licks and shows you how to approach any Afro-Latin rhythm with the right feel, i.e. he explains the concepts of HOW to play correctly, not just WHAT to play.