Friday, February 5, 2010

ChaCha

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Cha Cha

Here is a 2-bar pattern – it’s a variation of a clave rhythm, played by claves, with 3 congas providing a characteristic 8-in-a-bar feel:


The bass part adds an upbeat on the “and” of 2 to the mix, creating a lively effect:


From Not Today in American Popular Piano Prep Level, a typical cha-cha accordion figure:


American Popular Piano
Repertoire Prep Level – Not Today
Repertoire Level 1 – Never Say Never
Repertoire Level 2 – Soccer Mania, Toledo

iTunes
Dean Martin – Cha cha cha d’amour
Edmundo Ros – Hernando’s Hideaway

Related Styles
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