Omar Puente & Alex Wilson: Play Violin The Cuban Way

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Learn to play Cuban style melodies, rhythms and solos on violin with Omar Puente and Alex Wilson. CD contains fantastic authentic demo and practice tracks.

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Have you ever wanted to play Cuban music on the violin ? Have you ever fancied trying your hand at improvising but don’t know where to start ? If you have been asking yourself these questions, whether you’re an enthusiastic amateur, student or professional, this book is for you. Play Violin the Cuban Way provides a step-by-step practical guide to the interpretation of Latin music on the violin. After a few simple steps you will find yourself playing melodies and improvising solos in the Cuban style, and broadening your horizons to include the incredible musical heritage of Cuba.

"Irresistable... Puente's approach is informed by a deep knowledge of his musical heritage and imbued with his warmth of spirit and generosity" - Chris Garrick, The Strad

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Omar Puente
Omar Puente is a classical violinist whose heart beats with a Cuban rhythm. Since coming to England, he has taught Cuban music and jazz violin at Leeds College of Music and Trinity College of Music. He is a regular member of Courtney Pine’s band, and has played with the Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra of Venezuela, composed for a Carlos Acosta ballet, and performed in London with Nigel Kennedy, Eddie Palmieri and the late Tito Puente.

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Short Description	Learn to play Cuban style melodies, rhythms and solos on violin with Omar Puente and Alex Wilson. CD contains fantastic authentic demo and practice tracks.
Code	VT014C
Instrument	Violin
Level	Beginner, Intermediate
Subcategory	Latin & Brazilian
Format	Book/CD