Snider-Latinology (SP)-B/X/2T/P

Latinology by Robert C. Snider takes the basic drum set beats from five Latin dance rhythms (Beguine, Cha-Cha, Tango, Bossa Nova, and Samba), and divides them among five percussionists. When playing latin rhythms keep individual parts simple, so when combined, an authentic "feel" results.

Optional improvisation for guiro and cowbell occurs during the Samba. Additional players can also improvise as long as the Samba "feel" is maintained. The four measure repeat may be played as written or repeated as many times as needed.

Number of players - 5
Difficulty - Medium-Easy (grade 2)

Instrumentation -
I. Bells, Xylophone, Cowbell
II. Maracas, Cowbell, Guiro
III. Snare Drum, Suspended Cymbal
IV. Cymbals, Bass Drum
V. 2 Timpani (G, D), Cymbals, Police whistle