Need some advice? | CongaChops.com | The Working Percussionist

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Marcos Torres Burning Bongo Solo | CongaChops.com Practice Loops Vol 3

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Here’s Marcos Torres with our Practice Loops App Vol 3! • Descarga la App aqui: Myxstem.com/congachops-vol-3

Aquí va Marcos Torres nuestra App de Pistas Vol 3!

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Learn How to Play Bongos with this Simple Formula | CongaChops.com Bongo Fundamentals Course

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In this short clip from our Bongo Fundamentals course, Marcos Torres gives us a simple concept that we can apply freely to many language based phrases: Martillo + Lock + Approach + Phrase 🛠 • Puedes ver el Curso completo GRATIS: CongaChops-es.com/gratis 👈🏽

En este pequeño clip de nuestro curso Fundamentos del Bongó, Marcos torres nos comparto un concepto simple que podemos aplicar a varias frases: Martillo + Lock + Anticipación + Frase 🛠

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Marcos Torres Grooving on Bongó | CongaChops.com Practice Loop App Vol 2

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Marcos Torres grooving with our Practice Loops App Vol 2 • Descarga la App aqui: myxstem.com/congachops-vol-2

Marcos Torres grooveando con nuestra App de Pistas Vol 2

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Guaguancó on Timbales with Marcos López | CongaChops.com Timbal Groove Toolbox Course

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Marcos López here giving us one of his favorite adaptations for playing Guaguancó on timbal. The clave is referenced as having “sides” and “direction” for educational purposes 😅 • Aprende este groove paso a paso en nuestro curso de Ritmos Esenciales para el Timbal GRATIS: CongaChops-es.com/gratis 👈🏽

Marcos López nos demuestra una de sus adaptaciones favoritas para tocar el guaguancó en el timbal. Se hace referencia a la clave con “lados” y “dirección” con fines educativos 😅

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To all the Gatekeepers out there!

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How to Play Bongos with Marcos Torres | CongaChops.com

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Here’s Marcos Torres demonstrating what we call a “language-based phrase” on bongó. We meticulously crafted a step-by-step path for anyone to learn how to play this beautiful instrument. • Puedes ver 90+ horas de lecciones incluyendo este Curso completo GRATIS: CongaChops-es.com/gratis 👈🏽

Marcos Torres nos demuestra lo que llamamos una “frase hablada” en el bongó. Meticulosamente creamos una guía paso a paso para que cualquiera pueda aprender a tocar este hermoso instrumento.

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Killer Conga Chop (Old School Language) | CongaChops.com Soloing 101 Course

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A classic conga “chop” from our Conga Soloing 101 Course, where you can learn to improvise step by step. • Puedes ver 90+ horas de lecciones incluyendo este Curso completo GRATIS: CongaChops-es.com/gratis 👈🏽

Un “chop” clásico de nuestro Curso de Improvisación en la Conga donde puedes aprender paso a paso.

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Gilmar Gomes Brazilian Percussion Masterclass | CongaChops.com

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One of the most inspiring and insightful Masterclass we’ve recorded to date with my brother Gilmar Gomes 🙏🏼✨ • Puedes ver 90+ Horas de Lecciones incluyendo esta Masterclass completa GRATIS: CongaChops-es.com/masterclass-previews-gg

Una de las clases magistrales más inspiradoras y reveladoras que hemos grabado, con mi hermano Gilmar Gomes 🙏🏼✨

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Is Mentorship Overrated?

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Marcos Lopéz shredding on Timbales with the CongaChops.com Practice Loop App Vol 3

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Marcos López laying down some heat with our Practice Loops App Vol 3 • Descarga la App aqui: Myxstem.com/congachops-vol-3

Marcos López echando candela con nuestra App de Pistas Vol 3

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Marc Quiñones Modern Salsa Masterclass | CongaChops.com

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Watch 90+ Hours of Lessons including this full Masterclass FREE: CongaChops-es.com/masterclass-previews-mq 👈🏽 • Marc Quiñones with a true masterclass in taste, groove, and orchestration 😮‍💨

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Marc Quiñones con una verdadera clase magistral de bueno gusto, swing, y orquestación 😮‍💨

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Does swagger make a difference?

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Arturo Zegarra Timbales Solo | CongaChops.com Practice Loop App Vol 3

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Arturo Zegarra having fun with our Practice Loops App Vol 3 • Descarga la App aqui: myxstem.com/congachops-vol-3 👈🏽

Arturo Zegarra disfrutando de nuestra App de Pistas Vol 3

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Marcos López laying down some Bomba Sicá on Timbal | CongaChops.com

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Here’s a clip of Marcos López playing some Bomba Sicá on Timbal! You can learn this step-by-step in our Groove Toolbox Course • Puedes ver 90+ horas de lecciones incluyendo este Curso completo GRATIS: CongaChops-es.com/gratis 👈🏽

Marcos López tocando un poco de Bomba Sicá en el timbal. Puedes aprender este groove paso en nuestros cursos de Ritmos Esenciales

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Jhair Sala Grooving Bongos | CongaChops.com Masterclass

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The Holy Trinity of Taking Gigs!

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When Keeping it Real Goes Right! | The Working Percussionist | CongaChops.com

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Marcos Torres laying it down on Bongos | CongaChops.com Practice Loops App Vol 3

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The Working Percussionist Podcast | Episode 3 - Building Community | CongaChops.com

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In Episode 3, the CongaChops crew shifts from skills and reputation to something that quietly shapes every career in a word-of-mouth industry: community. We break down what “networking” actually means for working musicians—leading with authenticity, being accessible, and treating people well at every stage. We talk mentorship and “connecting the dots” between where you are and where you want to be, choosing gigs based on the people/music/money triangle, and why you can’t cheat experience. We also dig into how personality, confidence, and character come through the instrument—and why giving people their flowers goes further than most musicians realize.

What you’ll learn: • What community really means in a word-of-mouth music industry • Authenticity, accessibility, and building relationships without “networking” weirdness • Mentorship ladders: finding the right people at the right distance from your current stage • Why you can’t cheat experience—and how confidence gets built the right way • How personality and character translate directly into your sound

00:00 – Intro 00:19 – From skills + reputation to community 00:48 – Community in a word-of-mouth industry 02:06 – Authenticity & finding your people 03:40 – Respecting developing musicians 04:50 – Life outside the instrument 05:33 – Gatekeeping, access & why this podcast exists 06:38 – Choosing gigs: people / music / money 08:44 – Recommendations, professionalism & being prepared 10:17 – Feedback, confidence & criticism 12:18 – Mentorship “bridges” 13:19 – Reaching out to idols + local mentors 14:26 – You can’t cheat experience 16:07 – Courage → confidence 18:37 – Swagger, character & identity in your sound 23:17 – Accessibility & paying it forward 25:39 – Berklee community + long-term circles 29:36 – Showing up, giving flowers & staying positive

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Focus Takes Practice | The Working Percussionist | CongaChops.com

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Bobby Allende Killer Bongo Solo | CongaChops.com Practice Loop App Vol. 3

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Trouble playing your slap when the tempo picks up? | George Delgado CongaChops.com Masterclass

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Struggling to Stay Present? Watch This! | The Working Percussionist | CongaChops.com

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Bringing the Right Mindset | The Working Percussionist | CongaChops.com

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How to Keep the Creativity Flowing! | The Working Percussionist | CongaChops.com

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Staying Grounded as a Touring Musician, no small feat! | The Working Percussionist Podcast

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The #1 Reason You'll Keep the Gig! | Th Working Percussionist | CongaChops.com

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Concepts for Grooving on Bongo Bell | Jhair Sala CongaChops.com Masterclass

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Watch 90+ Hours of Lessons including this full Masterclass FREE: CongaChops.com/masterclass-previews-js • Jhair Sala talks to us about his approaching to setting up the bomba section on bell 📝 • 90+ Horas de Lecciones incluyendo esta Masterclass completa GRATIS: CongaChops.com/masterclass-previews-js • Jhair Sala nos comparte sobre su forma de preparar la sección de la bomba con la campana 📝

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CongaChops.com Membership Sneak Peak!

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