This Latin Big Band Groove Nearly Broke Me

I have had this recording by Michel Camilo (‪@Mijazz‬) on loop all week. What an insane groove. Let's break down how it works, and then build up our own using what we learn.
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All credit for this recording goes to ‪@WDRBIGBAND‬ and Michel Camilo. Used under fair use guidelines with the intent to educate through appreciation.
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[@joelspaulding5964]

Love the stage vibe they have going. Everyone playing and watching knows this is a special performance. This is why we play...even if most (myself, especially) will never perform at this insane level- Having those magical moments- cannot be duplicated anywhere else in this life.

[@JoshWalshMusic]

Agreed. That band is locked!

[@hugo54758]

Great video, subject! Thank you for refreshing my memories on latin jazz terminology!

[@danielalfaro3118]

Me shell cam me low

[@JoshWalshMusic]

😬 Thanks!

[@danielalfaro3118]

@@JoshWalshMusic no problem!

[@curtisryanpeacock]

Awesome video! Latin grooves are a great topic too. 🪘🥁🎹🎶🎵

[@JoshWalshMusic]

Curtis hey dude!

[@curtisryanpeacock]

@@JoshWalshMusic yooooooooooo haha

[@tibyswing]

Great analysis, great video! 💪🎻

[@JoshWalshMusic]

Thanks!

[@martynramsden]

​Hi Josh, I enjoyed your breakdown of the rhythm and especially with your drum loop 😎

[@JoshWalshMusic]

@@martynramsden I’m not much of a music producer, but I sure have fun using my daw to practice haha