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Latin Percussion Standard Clave
Clave (pronounced clah’ vay) is the rhythmic pattern that forms the basis of Latin music. Clave is phrased in what is known as a 3⁄2 (forward clave) or 2⁄3 (backward clave) feel. That is, three beats then two beats or, two beats then three beats. Claves are the traditional instruments used to play clave and are comprised of two sticks that are struck together to get a sharp, cracking sound. One is called the Clave or male, while the other is the Striker or female. The Clave lays in one hand between the fingertips and the heel of the hand, with the thumb out for support. This space between the Clave and the palm of the hand creates a sound chamber. The Striker is held as a beater in the other hand and is struck against the Clave. Learn More -
Latin Percussion African Clave
Clave (pronounced clah’ vay) is the rhythmic pattern that forms the basis of Latin music. Clave is phrased in what is known as a 3⁄2 (forward clave) or 2⁄3 (backward clave) feel. That is, three beats then two beats or, two beats then three beats. Claves are the traditional instruments used to play clave and are comprised of two sticks that are struck together to get a sharp, cracking sound. One is called the Clave or male, while the other is the Striker or female. The Clave lays in one hand between the fingertips and the heel of the hand, with the thumb out for support. This space between the Clave and the palm of the hand creates a sound chamber. The Striker is held as a beater in the other hand and is struck against the Clave. Learn More -
Latin Percussion Single Professional Castanet Set
Three styles of professional castanets designed to meet the needs of any percussionist Learn More -
Latin Percussion Handheld Professional Castanet (2 Pair)
Three styles of professional castanets designed to meet the needs of any percussionist Learn More -
Latin Percussion Aspire Handheld Castanets (2 Pair)
Designed to offer the student or educator a value packed product with an authentic sound Learn More -
Latin Percussion Salsa Cha Cha High Pitch Cowbell
LP Salsa Cowbells are hand-crafted in the LP tradition and are specifically designed for use in Latin music. They offer livelier sounds than other drier LP bells and have become extremely popular. Learn More -
Latin Percussion CP Cylinder Guiro
Great value for students and beginning players. Learn More -
Latin Percussion Small Torpedo
A dual-purpose instrument that features a textured, stainless-steel body filled with LP’s shaker material for güiro-style sound and shaker capabilities Learn More -
Latin Percussion Multi-Guiro
Patented, compact, dual stainless steel surface, metal güiro, and shaker all in one Learn More -
Latin Percussion CP Large Red Wood Maracas
Great for students or beginning players Learn More
