Regarded as one of the top percussionists of his generation, Jhair Sala brings his signature sound, musicality, and Afro-Peruvian roots to this exclusive CongaChops Masterclass. Having worked with artists like Yuri Buenaventura, Wilmer Lozano, Santiago Serón and Pupy y Los Que Son Son, he’s best known for his contributions as part of a decade long percussive duo alongside Pedrito Martinez in the Pedrito Martinez Group, where they pushed the boundaries and pioneered the evolution of a unique rhythmic language, in a modern conjunto setting.

What we’ll cover in this Masterclass is essential for every percussionist and creative musician. Jhair will be breaking down his personal approach, phrasing concepts, and the nuances that have shaped his playing. Through exploring variations, developing soloing ideas, and grooving creatively on bell, you’ll get a look at the mindset that helped Jhair draw from his cultural background and musical influences to develop his own voice on the instrument.

Perfect for intermediate to advanced players, this session is packed with wisdom for anyone looking to develop a deeper, more expressive relationship with the bongó.

So to make sure you can fully enjoy what Jhair shares with us here, please make sure to spend some time mastering the material in our Bongo 101 and Bongo Fundamentals Courses before you get started.

Get ready to discover the tools and inspiration you need to unlock your own voice on the bongó!