1 Tresillo Rhythm Explained

COURSE: Latin Blues Volume 2

FOCUS: This lesson explains the Tresillo rhythm, its syncopated nature compared to the slow-quick-quick rhythm, and aims to help students identify and clap it to music.

TIP & TRICKS:

• Clap the slow-quick-quick rhythm first to feel how it fits on the beat.
• Switch to clapping the Tresillo rhythm to hear and feel the difference.
• Practice clapping along to the bass line of a song to identify the Tresillo.
• Try not to get distracted by other rhythms in the music while focusing on the Tresillo.

REMEMBER:

• The Tresillo is the base rhythm for many rhythms in the course.
• The Tresillo is syncopated, with the second beat occurring on two and a half.
• Identifying the Tresillo in music is crucial before moving to other lessons.