Do I need any musical experience to join?

No. The workshop is designed for complete beginners of any age. You'll learn a basic rhythm pattern in the first 15 minutes and build confidence from there.

Will I actually be able to play congas after 15 minutes?

Yes—you'll learn the Tumbao or Marcha rhythm pattern, a fundamental pattern used across jazz, Latin, rock, and pop music. The remaining 60–70 minutes of the session lets you practice it in real time with the instructor.

What happens during the full 2 hours?

The session opens with an 8-minute conga history lesson, followed by your 15-minute rhythm lesson. The bulk of the time (60–70 minutes) is spent playing along with live demonstrations in various genres: jazz, rock, Latin, soul, funk, R&B, and pop.

Do I take anything home?

Yes. You receive a free printed copy of the sheet music and notation you learned, so you can practice the rhythm at home.

Bring nothing. All drums and materials are provided, and the session is fully hands-on in the classroom.

Is this a lecture or a hands-on class?

It's an audience-participation show. You'll learn the basics, then spend most of the session actively playing along with the instructor and other participants—it's interactive and collaborative, not passive.

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Learn to Play Congas in 15 Minutes

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Master a foundational conga rhythm pattern in just 15 minutes, then spend the rest of a lively 2-hour session playing along with live demonstrations across jazz, rock, Latin, funk, and pop styles. This audience-participation workshop combines percussion history with hands-on learning, requiring no prior musical experience.

How would you like to learn to play the "Congas in just 15 minutes"? I'm excited to share this new approach to learning for almost anyone of any age. Known as "Tumbao", "Marcha" or "Rhythm Pattern", you can learn to play this basic Conga pattern used in most popular music today in just 15 minutes. In this two-hour audience participation show, I take you through the history of how the Conga drums have influenced American Music (8 minutes), followed by the "15 minute Conga" lesson, and 60 to 70 minute audience play along to rhythms such as Jazz, Rock, Latin, Soul, Funk, R&B and Pop. During the show, I'll also play several Conga rhythms from my recently published book. Participants will take home a printed copy free of charge of the music they just learned, to practice at home. No experience needed. Learn to play the most popular rhythm patterns and learn to READ THE NOTES "GUARANTEED". Play along for an experience like no other. This is an audience participation show

Highlights

✓Learn the Tumbao/Marcha rhythm pattern in 15 minutes—a staple of modern music
✓8-minute history of congas' influence on American music genres
✓60–70 minutes of guided play-along with jazz, rock, Latin, soul, funk, R&B, and pop rhythms
✓Take home printed sheet music and learn to read conga notation
✓All ages and skill levels welcome; no instrument or experience required

Insider tips

★Arrive early to get comfortable seating near the drums if you want the best acoustic experience and clearest view of hand techniques
★The printed take-home sheet music is key for reinforcing what you learn—keep it handy during practice at home
★This is genuinely interactive; lean in during the play-along section and don't worry about keeping perfect time—the energy carries everyone along

Good to know

•Duration is 2 hours total; the first 15 minutes focuses on learning one core rhythm pattern
•All instruments and materials provided; no need to bring anything
•Audience participation is central to the experience—expect to be actively playing drums alongside the instructor

Who it's for

Families and children seeking a fun, low-pressure introduction to percussionMusic enthusiasts curious about Latin and world percussion traditionsTeam-building groups or casual learners wanting a unique cultural experienceTourists wanting a hands-on local arts & culture activity in South Florida

Best time to visit

Afternoon or early evening sessions work well to catch the full energy of the group play-along. Check the supplier's schedule for exact session times.

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