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One of the most important rhythms in pop and funk music is actually a rhythm called the "Clave" - meaning "key."
Think of the Clave as a "key" that unlocks a certain type of rhythmic behavior.
In this lesson we'll cover the 2 basic versions - a "3-2" and a "2-3" clave.
Is this easy or hard for you? Leave a comment to let me know!
1:21 What is the Clave?
1:40 3-2 Clave
2:14 Adding the backbeat on 2 & 4
2:54Some songs that use the "hidden" Clave
3:22 Playing it on the bass strings
3:44 2-3 Clave
4:42 Putting the "3" rhythmic grouping on the guitar
5:40 Thumbpick? Nails? What you should use.
6:11 Use "gravity" rather than strength in your right hand
6:34 All downs or alternate down & up?
7:44 Where to add the thumb click / slap
9:23 Can this be done on nylon strings?
10:05 How to play this with the right hand fingers
11:12 How to play thumb and fingers together for this groove
I hope you enjoy this lesson!
Big Hug,
Adam
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