22 Son Clave%3A Solo II

COURSE: Latin Blues Volume 2

FOCUS: This lesson focuses on improvising with the son clave rhythm using different body parts, with the goal of creating variations and combinations through mix-and-match exercises.

TIP & TRICKS:

• Use feet, hips, or shoulders to play the clave rhythm.
• For mix-and-match, assign different body parts to the first three and last two beats of the clave.
• Start with simple body part calls before moving to creative combinations.
• Experiment with shoulders moving down or forward and backwards.
• Improvise freely when the instructor calls mix-and-match.
• Follow along as the instructor calls out body parts like feet, hips, and shoulders.

REMEMBER:

• The clave rhythm can be expressed with various body parts beyond just the feet.
• Mix-and-match allows for creative improvisation by combining different body parts within the rhythm.
• Focus on the rhythm structure while adapting movements to different body parts.
• Use the exercise to develop personal variations and enhance dance expression.
• Practice helps in internalizing the rhythm for more fluid and spontaneous dancing.
• Ignore background music lyrics and concentrate on the instructor's spoken instructions.