Additional bongo / conga wanted · San Francisco
Play the tradition and make it your own.
You’ll play traditional Cuban rhythms on bongo, conga, or both, adapting each part while interlocking with the band inside a larger polyrhythm.
What to expect
A clear
setup.
We play traditional Cuban styles alongside the current popular music heard on Cuban radio. Experienced players and serious amateurs are welcome; the priority is time, tone, and teamwork.
What you get
- Regular shows for dancing audiences
- Weekly rehearsals near transit
- Original Cuban arrangements
Repertoire & influences
We play son, guaracha, bolero, songo, charanga, música campesina, and other Cuban pop. Our influences include Los Compadres, Los Van Van, Orquesta Original de Manzanillo, Septeto Santiaguero, Sierra Maestra, Arsenio Rodríguez, Tony Ávila, Chucho Valdés, Trío Matamoros, Horace Silver, Duke Ellington, Mongo Santamaría, and Changüí Guantánamo.
Hear our reference playlist on SpotifyWhat we need
Solid time
Your pulse stays grounded and makes the whole band feel better.
Cuban vocabulary
You know—or are serious about learning—traditional patterns and how to shape them with taste inside a larger polyrhythm.
Be dependable
You learn transitions and breaks and communicate clearly about rehearsals and gigs.
Interested?
Let’s talk.
Send a short note. We’ll reply to arrange a quick phone conversation, answer questions, and explain the next steps.
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- Your name and city
- A few lines about your musical background
- Your availability: part-time, full member, or sub gig by gig
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