Timba Bass Lesson 13: 3-2 Tumbaos Example 6
Here is our final example of 3-2 Timba tumbaos. While this bassline is a bit divergent from the examples at the beginning of this series, it still remains true to many of the concepts we’ve discussed thus far. Another interesting aspect of this line is its similarity to basslines often found in Brazilian Partido Alto, another Afro-Latin genre that implies a 3-2 clave direction.
As always, this blog entry is not meant to be a complete tutorial, just a brief demonstration of a general concept. If any of these terms are unfamiliar to you, be sure to check out my books, The John Benitez Method Vol 1 and Vol 2. I also highly recommend any of Kevin Moore’s Beyond Salsa Bass Series. If you’re interested in learning more, comment below or contact me directly if you have any questions or are interested in private lessons either online or in person. Happy practicing and see you on the next one!