1st lesson with Maximino Duquesne Martinez June 9th 2024 Havana

I wanted to know more about "Columbia" One of the 3 main rhythms in the Rumba complex. Who else should I ask besides Maximino, who is considered "the King of Rumba" As of this writing (August 8th 2024) you can still find him playing with Rumba All-stars. This lesson was a paradigm shift for me as a player and educator. This lesson was less about how many patterns I learned and more about connecting, humility, and endurance. Let me tell you, Havana in Summer with no Air Conditioning is no walk in the #drumeducation #studyabroad #studyabroadlife Huckleberry friends. Simple enough pattern, see if you can play along. Try it with no A/C to get the authentic experience.