MARC QUIÑONES MASTERCLASS
PIONEERING THE SOUND OF MODERN SALSA
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A CongaChops Masterclass exploring the conceptual approach and creative process behind one of the most influential percussionists in the history of salsa.
Few players have shaped the sound of modern salsa as fundamentally as Marc Quiñones.
For over four decades, his drumming has powered iconic recordings alongside Tito Puente, Celia Cruz, Ruben Blades, Marc Anthony, and the Allman Brothers — and in this masterclass, Marc breaks down his approach to conga, bongó, and timbales, taking us inside his creative process in real time during a live studio session for an unreleased track by Jeremy Bosch of the Spanish Harlem Orchestra — and how you can apply that same conceptual thinking to your own playing.
What you’ll learn
Marc's roots, influences, and beginnings playing congas in the Bronx
His conceptual approach to playing percussion in the modern salsa style
Why the conga is the foundation and backbone of the salsa rhythm section
An in-depth analysis of a recording featuring Marc on conga, bongó, and timbales
How Marc builds sophisticated parts from scratch — step by step, in the studio
More from inside the Masterclass…
Who this Masterclass is for
Beginner, intermediate, and advanced players
Congueros, bongoseros, and timbaleros looking to understand modern salsa percussion
Anyone who wants to go beyond patterns and understand how legendary players think
What’s Included
Over 2.5 hours of exclusive video content
Marc's complete conceptual approach to conga, bongó, and timbales
A live studio session — watch Marc create parts from scratch on an unreleased track
The same PDF leadsheet used during the recording
4 curated playlists featuring Marc on conga, bongó, timbales, and all percussion
3 bonus videos including a split-screen version of "Locura"
Analysis of two legendary recordings featuring Marc on percussion
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