Let's Learn Gary Burton's insane solo on "Armando's Rhumba" | VIBRAPHONE LESSON

"Armando's Rhumba" is a composition by Chick Corea, written for the duo with Gary Burton. The 1997 recording is one of the most iconic vibraphone recordings ever, in my opinion. When I think of the Burton/Corea duo, this is the first tune that comes to mind. It is so grooving, so catchy, and performed with such fire that it's impossible not to be hooked.
It's also REALLY intimidating for vibraphonists!
20 years ago, I tried to transcribe this solo and learn it. I got about halfway through the first chorus before I realized it was way out of my grasp. There was just too much I didn't know about harmony at the time.
Now, thanks to Soundslice, it's possible to slow things down and really clearly hear what is going on.
If you want to learn this solo and have a practice guide to help you get there, this video is for you.
Here is a link to the soundslice I made: www.soundslice.com/slices/cJDMc/
I also made a video performing this solo a few years ago, you can watch that here: • "Armando's Rhumba" - a...
I hope you find this video helpful!
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[@phillake3802]

Tim just awesome. I'll never be able to play like that but it is so great to hear you break it down and watch you learn it. Your approach to these videos is very educational and inspiring. Thanks so much for taking the time to create and share them I've learned a ton and been very inspired. Thank you.

[@TimCollinsVibes]

Thanks!

[@MrKarlMG]

Hey Tim, you might remember me from the Spring Vibes Festival back in Wuppertal. I really enjoy your work and passion to truly share your high level in understanding music and playin',... since the class you did in Wuppertal you are inspiring me any time I watch a video of yours. Thank you!!! btw one of my all-time favorite solos😊

[@TimCollinsVibes]

Matthias! So nice to hear from you. Thanks!

[@briankirk114]

Outstanding lesson and playing Tim! Thanks

[@julianrulo5175]

Que caaapo!!

[@timmoriz9355]

what programm do u use for wrtiting notes on he computer? Btw i just started with the vibess loving ur channel. really helpfull please keep ur work up man. props

[@TimCollinsVibes]

Thanks! For this video I used Soundslice - check the link I left in the description. Otherwise I use Finale for writing music.

[@timmoriz9355]

@@TimCollinsVibes thanks 👍

[@xh4r744]

I couldn't find the PDF for this tune😢

[@alejandrotiscornia8589]

Thanks for the video, great for practicing! A friendly suggestion: You vibraphone camera shouldnt cover the chord names of the top bars.

[@neumusic]

Gary Burton played “the lick” before it was cool…

[@TimCollinsVibes]

ha - Bobby played it all the time on Altered Dominant runs too!

[@neumusic]

By the way… 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Reminded of how fast that really is once you got through it!