How To Play a Piano Montuno over any chord

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  • Опубликовано: 6 окт 2024
  • This video is part of a series of practical keyboard tutorials for those interested in a career as a gigging/recording musician. In the series on reading chord charts, we talk about playing in a number of fun and popular styles, the differences between them, and what's appropriate to play in various situations that might come up.
    In this video, we look at how to put together a basic Piano Montuno pattern for playing Salsa music, and a few common rhythmic and harmonic variations on the pattern.

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  • @weha9009
    @weha9009 7 лет назад +258

    This is absolutely unbelievable! I spent YEARS of my life to understand these rhythms with a lot of teachers who talked and showed a lot of nonsense and I felt foolish all the time, because I checked nothing. And this guy needs 5 MINUTES and - I know all whats needed. THANK YOU!!! Now I know how to play S A L S A!!!

    • @dirtylint
      @dirtylint 5 лет назад +5

      I agree with you totally !!! Good and clear explanations and the rhythmic changes are not so difficult AND sound authentic !! Thanks a BUNCH !!

    • @mattlawyer3245
      @mattlawyer3245 Год назад

      Amen! This was a WONDERFUL video!

    • @yomcast7555
      @yomcast7555 4 месяца назад

      Genius ! Merci!!!

  • @steezyyyp9401
    @steezyyyp9401 4 года назад +152

    Bro when u switched it to a minor key, I had to get up and dance lmao that shit had flavor bruh lmao

    • @Alex-ns6hj
      @Alex-ns6hj 3 года назад +1

      This comment made me smile haha

  • @fineartist7710
    @fineartist7710 4 года назад +105

    ..I am Cuban and a musician...and I go to say you've got the "Cubano" in you.

  • @bernardb2n
    @bernardb2n 6 лет назад +220

    Gee......this is the best montuno lesson i've found so far, thanks mate. Should do more.

    • @thebeliever4802
      @thebeliever4802 3 года назад +3

      Yeah, this guy is amazing, but what allot of people also think is that latin piano sounds difficult/ or that it is, but thats not true, what he showed us is a basic pattern that will work in any key, and it sounds amazing. On thing that i recommend doing is playing different inversions with each hand. When you have this covered all you have to do is just make the chords dominant by putting your thumbs and your pinky a half note down, and there you ha e your montuno

  • @AlVelasquezDrums
    @AlVelasquezDrums 9 месяцев назад +8

    I’ve been playing and teaching drums for 40 years. I haven’t played piano since college. This lesson taught me more in 5 minutes than I learned in college. You have a gift teaching piano . I’m a fan. 🎼🙏🏽

  • @arenotdiy7280
    @arenotdiy7280 2 года назад +13

    You spoke and played through the song in time, and taught new things without ever having to break the groove. Bravo sir, Bravo

  • @sameer8823
    @sameer8823 4 года назад +14

    I hope RUclips rewarded you for this video. I'm sure it's helped loads of people learn. Good on you sir 👊

  • @AndromedaCripps
    @AndromedaCripps 6 лет назад +55

    I think the three most important latin rhythms are a basic montuno, a bossa nova, and a samba. Maybe make a video on those other two? With those three you can play just about every popular latin song (as in popular beyond the genre, not within it).

    • @greg_musician92
      @greg_musician92 Год назад

      Woahhhh! No much wrong here. Bossa nova and samba aren’t Latin. There are countless popular Latin rhythms…Cumbia, merengue, huapango, etc

    • @midifromhell
      @midifromhell Год назад

      @@greg_musician92 Bossa Nova came from Brazil in the 1960's.

  • @brittanyalayneplayspiano
    @brittanyalayneplayspiano 3 года назад +4

    I’m Cuban and a classical/improv musician, thank you for explaining this so I can branch out and connect with my roots!!

  • @joelserrano1311
    @joelserrano1311 16 дней назад

    I am Latin and this lesson is a outstanding plus. You are an awesome teacher , how easy was to understand even the variations with you method. Thank you so much, congratulations!

  • @WORLDDRUMCLUB
    @WORLDDRUMCLUB 3 года назад +32

    Superb video my Man. Simple, progressive, musical, and useful

  • @RJ-or8bw
    @RJ-or8bw 2 года назад +2

    One of the most succinct and detailed lessons on RUclips

  • @H2OStriker
    @H2OStriker Месяц назад

    Came across this video again randomly on my recommended page and shoutout to you! This really helped when I became pianist for my schools Latin jazz band. Miss it.

  • @luisfigueroa5072
    @luisfigueroa5072 Год назад +2

    What you have accomplished in five minutes is incredible. Thank you

  • @yiftach2949
    @yiftach2949 3 года назад +10

    this is the best piano lesson video on youtube. Short, charming editing, and very informative and to the point! Thank you so much for making this it really helped!

  • @bradleybunch1886
    @bradleybunch1886 6 лет назад +11

    Wow thank you...been playing keys for 60 years (have two music degrees) but I am always interested in learning more. Your explanations are clear and I really appreciate your written out notations. The chromatic passing tones were really helpful -- glad you mentioned the cliche montunos they are a perfect starting point.

  • @michaeltsouris8190
    @michaeltsouris8190 8 лет назад +8

    I like how you remind people at the end of videos that it IS viable to be a working musician. Just have to cover all your bases and be a professional. Great work man!

    • @hartiganmusic
      @hartiganmusic  8 лет назад +5

      +Michael Tsouris I've managed to avoid being a barista so far. For me at least, the key to working consistently seems to be:
      1. being solid at what I do,
      2. proving I'm reliable and not too flaky

    • @michaeltsouris8190
      @michaeltsouris8190 8 лет назад

      +Michael Hartigan
      #3. Positive attitude.
      :)

  • @mikebardenmusic
    @mikebardenmusic 6 лет назад +10

    I am a pro keyboard player but have very little experience with this, and just got asked to play in a salsa band this week. This will save my ass. Thanks!

    • @P4boot
      @P4boot 4 года назад +3

      😂 I guess we never know everything, even when you are a pro.

  • @whel-auxnavigatesthedystop8709
    @whel-auxnavigatesthedystop8709 3 года назад +2

    What a hero! I'm just beginning my piano journey, having started during lockdown and what a joy these montunos are to play! May the universe smile upon you my friend.

  • @diasslo
    @diasslo 7 лет назад +14

    I´m from south america and I like salsa piano, and you really get the arpeggio. not so many people can really dig the montuno

  • @ernestocruz7953
    @ernestocruz7953 3 года назад +1

    Yes! Every tutrotial should be like this! Explaining concepts, not just specific notes to play

  • @uhoh007
    @uhoh007 4 года назад +8

    This is a flat-out masterpiece of piano instruction. It doesn't matter if you make no more. You gave us this priceless video, thank you !!!!

  • @doxyen1709
    @doxyen1709 2 года назад +1

    You are a legend my man. I cannot find words to describe how good you are as an online teacher.

  • @evamai
    @evamai 6 лет назад +5

    I wanted to learn how to play some easy salsa patterns (only know how to play classical piano). I love this. So easy to follow along. Great breakdown! Thanks so much! Would love more of this!

  • @BaltiSean
    @BaltiSean 4 года назад +2

    I love the humor you pepper into your videos. You’re my favorite! Please make more videos!

  • @jomajor8485
    @jomajor8485 2 года назад

    I enjoy both the practical nature of this and your good sense of humor.

  • @lorenanovoa4584
    @lorenanovoa4584 7 лет назад +36

    Love this video. Thank you! Can you please do some more Latin Piano tutorials? PLEEEEEEEASE!!!!

  • @davelester1985
    @davelester1985 Год назад +1

    What a nice explanation. Clear, concise, easy to use. I will share you with my keyboard friends, one in particular is trying to learn more of this technique. Bravo!

  • @undercoverllamaweirdo9822
    @undercoverllamaweirdo9822 2 месяца назад

    I just ended up on here by coincidence but now after 5 minutes I’ve learnt so much omg thank you

  • @edgarsnake2857
    @edgarsnake2857 4 месяца назад

    Your lessons are top notch. Thank you for showing hoe it's done. Cheers.

  • @grahamcmusic
    @grahamcmusic 2 года назад

    I really like the way you are so much to point and no unnecessary waffle or wee stories to introduce the video

  • @jeffreyfelder7981
    @jeffreyfelder7981 Год назад

    Awesome, simplistic explanation. You covered chord progression, and rhythms...

  • @vincentjaime181
    @vincentjaime181 Год назад +1

    Damn I wish Ive found this guy sooner.
    He makes practicing so much more enjoyable

  • @lauraly152
    @lauraly152 5 лет назад

    Best cha cha rhythm teaching found so far. Teaching was clear and precise with the notes to demonstrate visually while listening to sound and rhythm. Thank you Michael

  • @GroovingGeckoMusic
    @GroovingGeckoMusic 7 лет назад +59

    Very, very nice breakdowns and excellent method of teaching. Keep it up!

  • @ThoughtsEtcEtcEtc
    @ThoughtsEtcEtcEtc 2 года назад +2

    Awesome tutorial, thank you so much. I’m quite new to Latin music and super interested in the Son Montuno sound. When you added the sixth - it’s so vibrant! Cheers!

  • @RyanSukale
    @RyanSukale 7 месяцев назад

    This lesson is really fun to watch. Thank you so much for the tips! I cant wait to be able to play this.

  • @soundaddiktion2006
    @soundaddiktion2006 4 года назад +2

    Montuno paino are some of may fav things in music to listen to

  • @Vic9994546
    @Vic9994546 3 года назад

    Thank you I’m a classical pianist getting into jazz this is very helpful I’m trying salsa

  • @wallomaie1752
    @wallomaie1752 4 года назад +1

    so short and so informative. One of the best lessons I've seen on RUclips

  • @albo3music
    @albo3music 3 года назад +1

    this video alone has helped me more than all of the other tutorials for this genre combined
    truly an awesome tutorial :)

  • @diegomariozg
    @diegomariozg 2 года назад +6

    Genial la forma en la que explicas la manera de tocar el piano en este ritmo. Me gustaría que nos dieras un curso más completo de la forma de tocar el son y la salsa, con uso de progresiones, arpegiados, acordes, etc. Muchas gracias

  • @anastasissfyrides2919
    @anastasissfyrides2919 3 года назад

    very instructive for the uninitiated, clear and simple, thank you

  • @wattage2007
    @wattage2007 4 года назад +1

    Such an easily comprehensible breakdown of a style which has mystified my mind for so long. Nice one!

  • @zecalimazeca
    @zecalimazeca Год назад +1

    GREAT TEACHER, GREAT LESSON. Thank you. Greetings from Brazil

  • @albertgriffith5801
    @albertgriffith5801 2 года назад

    I've never heard montuno explained this clearly before. thanks mate

  • @kikodasneves1
    @kikodasneves1 4 года назад

    I couldn't find any decent montuno videos for guitar... this one helped me a lot!

  • @sandEffect
    @sandEffect 11 месяцев назад

    Wow I like how you've decoded and laid it out in simple terms... Awesome!

  • @LeahYoung-Multi-Media
    @LeahYoung-Multi-Media 7 лет назад

    I really dig these piano tutorials! They are informative, witty, entertaining. Thanks for sharing.

  • @kebabroyal5682
    @kebabroyal5682 6 лет назад +9

    No fuss, very clear, right to the point. Very useful. Thanks for this :)

  • @nickynahu
    @nickynahu 3 года назад +1

    Haha dude, you're awesome and funny. So hard to find someone that joyfully goes through all of this and gives you an idea to freestyle.

  • @MrPasympa
    @MrPasympa Год назад

    This is the most concise and accurate video I've seen on this topic. Cheers mate

  • @him_animations
    @him_animations Год назад

    Great sir, I came here cause I needed this for one of my cartoons. Have an awesome day.

  • @luppano
    @luppano 2 года назад

    After searching for a week the name of this pattern (and NOT being a musician) I thank you for this video !

  • @happy_culture
    @happy_culture 2 года назад

    Lol, i was thinking at first that this tutoriel was kinda vanilla, so glad i stayed until the end this sounds so good, thank you !!

  • @olloyd1985
    @olloyd1985 4 года назад +1

    Great videos man! You're a translator for musical styles. Thanks!

  • @ricomajestic
    @ricomajestic 6 лет назад +2

    These are great! You should expand on these video lessons and even sell them online(not too expensive I hope). There is nothing out there on practical or real world keyboard playing for intermediate players and very little on the different accompaniment styles and grooves.

  • @ZergRushJohnny
    @ZergRushJohnny 2 года назад

    I'm an absolute beginner to piano and this was so clear and concise, thank you.

  • @sendaiizumi
    @sendaiizumi 6 лет назад +1

    Great video, simple and easy to understand. I am a Salsa pianist in Latin bands. You covered the basic stuff.

  • @Chris.4345
    @Chris.4345 2 года назад +2

    What a well done instructional video! Thank you!

  • @authorstan
    @authorstan 8 лет назад +4

    Michael, I watch a LOT of instructional videos, and yours are GREAT!! Thanks for sharing your talent with us and keep up the good work!!

    • @upwastoid
      @upwastoid 8 лет назад +1

      this! ^^ I'm not on the level of this type of lesson, but I've basically learned all that I do know from youtube instructional videos and the layout, graphics, speed, information delivery of this video is phenomenal, keep up the good work!

  • @kevinnunez4281
    @kevinnunez4281 2 года назад

    Dude this amazing! I saw many videos and none of them explained things clear as you did. Thank you!

  • @seamanjive
    @seamanjive Год назад

    Im hearing Stephen Stills latin piano here. Stills spent early years in South America and its influence is all over his work. Gotta try this...thx.

  • @julidraney9443
    @julidraney9443 2 года назад +1

    This is great! Entertaining, too! Thank you so much!

  • @OwenAdamsMusic
    @OwenAdamsMusic 2 года назад

    Great lesson! The secret really is that 3-octave split, love it! Chick Corea did a lot of crazy stuff with the montuno pattern.

  • @fcedulaiii
    @fcedulaiii 6 лет назад

    This is the most well explained basic montuno for me, now i can finally play it much better for i understand its construction and concept, thanks boss, you're great

  • @reneortiz5876
    @reneortiz5876 2 года назад

    Thank you Maestro…. Excellent teachings we appreciate it

  • @geoflyer15
    @geoflyer15 2 года назад

    just found this channel. really great. i love the humor sprinkled throughout, something often missing in other piano tutorials. great content too. thanks

  • @Chapperino
    @Chapperino 7 лет назад

    dude this is sooo good. you make it very simple by building it up from the beginning.

  • @jimmythompson5822
    @jimmythompson5822 2 года назад

    Thanks for the wisdoms. You just upped my game.

  • @mradisic11
    @mradisic11 Год назад

    Thank you, very much Michael. There are very good music teachers and you're the best. 🤗

  • @roy6848
    @roy6848 4 года назад

    amazing lessonlearned it quick and efficiently thankyou

  • @nickpiovesan4361
    @nickpiovesan4361 2 года назад

    I. Have. Been. Looking for the word for this rhythm!! Thank you for posting this

  • @Carmen-mp3je
    @Carmen-mp3je 6 лет назад

    Dude you are a genius!!! Subscribed already... it’s been years since I’ve been looking for someone who explains so clearly like you!!

  • @ocmolina83
    @ocmolina83 3 года назад

    Thanks man! I've always been struggling to keep up with those rythms and you have explained it in a very simple, yet powerful way.

  • @eenergabeener
    @eenergabeener 6 лет назад

    Thanks so much! Straight and to the point, not over explained, yet so many options!

  • @christophemagnan-bosse6313
    @christophemagnan-bosse6313 5 лет назад

    Nice video for intermediate advanced players. Short and straigt to the point. Thanks!

  • @MarjosArt
    @MarjosArt 8 лет назад +18

    these are awesome videos=== just learning the basics-- you're awesome!! THANK YOU!

    • @hartiganmusic
      @hartiganmusic  8 лет назад +3

      +Valentine Wilson I'm having a good time making them. Thanks for watching!

    • @MarjosArt
      @MarjosArt 8 лет назад +1

      +Michael Hartigan yes- i can see you are having fun with your graphics etc... ha ha... (but i gotta say I saw your sychopated funk lesson first and it was awesome with out all those graphics too-- honest! but good for you figuring out all that animation stuff-- I've been learning some basic animation too - it is fun~

    • @MarjosArt
      @MarjosArt 8 лет назад +1

      I sing in a NOLO sound band and they/we/ need a key board player- i have good time/rhythm - and was forced to take piano lessons as a kid- so all these tips for groovin' with the band make a lot of sense - love all the styles you cover-- really great. and plenty of clear and basic info to practice with- I've got a lot to pull together for sure to really JAM with the band... but thanks for these videos!! keep em coming brother!!

  • @leonaranzazu187
    @leonaranzazu187 2 года назад

    Awesome!!! subscribed at once. This tutorial was kind of hypnotic , it is like an internal voice that said : it is not that difficult, look at this instructor an enjoy. Thank you again.

  • @connieparra7979
    @connieparra7979 5 лет назад

    I enjoyed your Montuno video. I’m a timbalera, and now I’m interested in the Piano.

  • @luistrejo2987
    @luistrejo2987 6 лет назад

    I am latino, and I approve this video.
    This is VERY good!! Short and simple! Thanks!

  • @emilianodelsolar7469
    @emilianodelsolar7469 4 года назад

    I was years searching a tutorial like this in RUclips. Thanks a Lot!!!

  • @cameronduncan4801
    @cameronduncan4801 2 года назад

    You just GET IT! Glad I discovered your videos!

  • @RobertSabinoET
    @RobertSabinoET 3 года назад

    Michael, you're an impressive coach. Thank you for such a detailed, effective, and easy to follow tutorial. Keep climbing!

  • @kingstonrock3693
    @kingstonrock3693 4 года назад

    Best instructional salsa video thus far.

  • @myyoutubeprofile-c3u
    @myyoutubeprofile-c3u 2 года назад

    Thanks for this. I'm currently working through some Latin Jazz textbooks and this has explained this basic concept very well. Great stuff.

  • @salvatorefarfaglia5810
    @salvatorefarfaglia5810 4 года назад

    no way....you are a genius Michael, I really like the way you offer your contents! Cheers to you

  • @ivorytickler7777
    @ivorytickler7777 4 года назад +2

    Excellent lesson...clear, concise, no BS advice. Really great start-up approach to this style of piano playing.

  • @OlegAryutkin
    @OlegAryutkin 3 года назад

    this is awesome. short, precise, easy to digest yet very useful. thank you so much

  • @hectordelvalle5762
    @hectordelvalle5762 3 года назад

    Thanks brother you are a good teacher I appreciate everything you teaching to us

  • @sylviasylph
    @sylviasylph 6 лет назад

    Thank you, Michael Hartigan. How wonderful to discover your channel!! Really appreciate how you explain and demonstrate so that even a beginner like me can understand it and practice.

  • @ChrisTaylor-tf1lt
    @ChrisTaylor-tf1lt 7 лет назад

    A big thank you Michael. Your videos have been a great help, and delivered in style. All the best

  • @cathbadmusic8489
    @cathbadmusic8489 2 года назад

    Very useful tutorial, with crystal clear explanation. Thanks

  • @Pegaseus
    @Pegaseus Год назад

    This is musical gold. Thank you.

  • @natsdad5240
    @natsdad5240 4 года назад

    Great video, thank you. Clear, concise and funny. I appreciate all the thought that went into the many details that make this video educational and fun.

  • @mightyoak11111
    @mightyoak11111 4 года назад +1

    Dude, you have a awesome command of salsa music!

  • @mejiaronny
    @mejiaronny 8 лет назад

    Man! Finally a good doable tutorial about this!! Thanks!! I'll study the rest of your videos!!

  • @JayStansfield
    @JayStansfield 2 года назад

    Totally fabulous human being! Thanks for this :) And thanks for being in this world xxx

  • @mattdevereaux4550
    @mattdevereaux4550 3 года назад

    This bloke is great! Very useful tutorial.

  • @DJKoollord
    @DJKoollord 6 лет назад +7

    amazing tutorial, using the Sharps notes in your montunos creates the best sounds, or transposing.