How To Play a Piano Montuno over any chord

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  • 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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  • @steezyyyp9401
    @steezyyyp9401 4 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This comment made me smile haha

  • @fineartist7710
    @fineartist7710 4 ปีที่แล้ว +105

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

  • @weha9009
    @weha9009 7 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว

      Amen! This was a WONDERFUL video!

    • @yomcast7555
      @yomcast7555 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Genius ! Merci!!!

  • @AlVelasquezDrums
    @AlVelasquezDrums 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +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. 🎼🙏🏽

  • @bernardb2n
    @bernardb2n 6 ปีที่แล้ว +220

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

    • @thebeliever4802
      @thebeliever4802 3 ปีที่แล้ว +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

  • @joelserrano1311
    @joelserrano1311 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    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!

  • @H2OStriker
    @H2OStriker หลายเดือนก่อน

    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.

  • @arenotdiy7280
    @arenotdiy7280 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

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

  • @RJ-or8bw
    @RJ-or8bw 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    One of the most succinct and detailed lessons on TH-cam

  • @sameer8823
    @sameer8823 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

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

  • @brittanyalayneplayspiano
    @brittanyalayneplayspiano 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

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

  • @luisfigueroa5072
    @luisfigueroa5072 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @mikebardenmusic
    @mikebardenmusic 6 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

  • @edgarsnake2857
    @edgarsnake2857 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @undercoverllamaweirdo9822
    @undercoverllamaweirdo9822 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @WORLDDRUMCLUB
    @WORLDDRUMCLUB 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

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

  • @ernestocruz7953
    @ernestocruz7953 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @yiftach2949
    @yiftach2949 3 ปีที่แล้ว +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!

  • @michaeltsouris8190
    @michaeltsouris8190 8 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Michael Hartigan
      #3. Positive attitude.
      :)

  • @anastasissfyrides2919
    @anastasissfyrides2919 3 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @jeffreyfelder7981
    @jeffreyfelder7981 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @RyanSukale
    @RyanSukale 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @vincentjaime181
    @vincentjaime181 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @uhoh007
    @uhoh007 4 ปีที่แล้ว +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 !!!!

  • @jomajor8485
    @jomajor8485 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @grahamcmusic
    @grahamcmusic 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @BaltiSean
    @BaltiSean 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @albertgriffith5801
    @albertgriffith5801 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @doxyen1709
    @doxyen1709 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @AndromedaCripps
    @AndromedaCripps 6 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @midifromhell
      @midifromhell ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @diasslo
    @diasslo 7 ปีที่แล้ว +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

  • @Vic9994546
    @Vic9994546 3 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @bradleybunch1886
    @bradleybunch1886 6 ปีที่แล้ว +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.

  • @him_animations
    @him_animations ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @soundaddiktion2006
    @soundaddiktion2006 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @evamai
    @evamai 6 ปีที่แล้ว +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!

  • @julidraney9443
    @julidraney9443 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @jimmythompson5822
    @jimmythompson5822 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the wisdoms. You just upped my game.

  • @zecalimazeca
    @zecalimazeca ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @reneortiz5876
    @reneortiz5876 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Maestro…. Excellent teachings we appreciate it

  • @kingstonrock3693
    @kingstonrock3693 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best instructional salsa video thus far.

  • @whel-auxnavigatesthedystop8709
    @whel-auxnavigatesthedystop8709 3 ปีที่แล้ว +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.

  • @freddyperezmusicentertainment
    @freddyperezmusicentertainment ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you. you mean well ' simple and no ego. thanks you are the best Gringo I know on youtube. And i mean that in a great way !!!!!!!

  • @lauraly152
    @lauraly152 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    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

  • @wallomaie1752
    @wallomaie1752 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    so short and so informative. One of the best lessons I've seen on TH-cam

  • @cameronduncan4801
    @cameronduncan4801 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You just GET IT! Glad I discovered your videos!

  • @sandEffect
    @sandEffect 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @PicturesHDx
    @PicturesHDx 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    best teacher ever

  • @lorenanovoa4584
    @lorenanovoa4584 7 ปีที่แล้ว +36

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

  • @kebabroyal5682
    @kebabroyal5682 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

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

  • @Pegaseus
    @Pegaseus ปีที่แล้ว

    This is musical gold. Thank you.

  • @davelester1985
    @davelester1985 ปีที่แล้ว +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!

  • @kikodasneves1
    @kikodasneves1 4 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @luppano
    @luppano 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @MrPasympa
    @MrPasympa ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @LeahYoung-Multi-Media
    @LeahYoung-Multi-Media 7 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @diegomariozg
    @diegomariozg 2 ปีที่แล้ว +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

  • @nickynahu
    @nickynahu 3 ปีที่แล้ว +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.

  • @happy_culture
    @happy_culture 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    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 !!

  • @GroovingGeckoMusic
    @GroovingGeckoMusic 7 ปีที่แล้ว +59

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

  • @nickpiovesan4361
    @nickpiovesan4361 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @roy6848
    @roy6848 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    amazing lessonlearned it quick and efficiently thankyou

  • @olloyd1985
    @olloyd1985 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @seamanjive
    @seamanjive ปีที่แล้ว

    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.

  • @wattage2007
    @wattage2007 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @eenergabeener
    @eenergabeener 6 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @Chris.4345
    @Chris.4345 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a well done instructional video! Thank you!

  • @ThoughtsEtcEtcEtc
    @ThoughtsEtcEtcEtc 2 ปีที่แล้ว +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!

  • @JayStansfield
    @JayStansfield 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @mradisic11
    @mradisic11 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @christophemagnan-bosse6313
    @christophemagnan-bosse6313 5 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @leonaranzazu187
    @leonaranzazu187 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    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.

  • @kevinnunez4281
    @kevinnunez4281 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @emilianodelsolar7469
    @emilianodelsolar7469 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was years searching a tutorial like this in TH-cam. Thanks a Lot!!!

  • @albo3music
    @albo3music 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @luistrejo2987
    @luistrejo2987 6 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @mattdevereaux4550
    @mattdevereaux4550 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This bloke is great! Very useful tutorial.

  • @alejandro1133
    @alejandro1133 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love old school tutorias!

  • @OlegAryutkin
    @OlegAryutkin 3 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @liliya3040
    @liliya3040 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    wow !!!!! so clear !!!! thanks for notes !!!!

  • @Chapperino
    @Chapperino 7 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @geoflyer15
    @geoflyer15 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @fcedulaiii
    @fcedulaiii 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    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

  • @cathbadmusic8489
    @cathbadmusic8489 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very useful tutorial, with crystal clear explanation. Thanks

  • @ZergRushJohnny
    @ZergRushJohnny 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @andrewkitchen4628
    @andrewkitchen4628 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliantly explained!

  • @hectordelvalle5762
    @hectordelvalle5762 3 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @authorstan
    @authorstan 8 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +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!

  • @MiMoTheMusician
    @MiMoTheMusician 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great breakdown! Thank you!

  • @ocmolina83
    @ocmolina83 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    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.

  • @thebeliever4802
    @thebeliever4802 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is a very easy and good sounding way to play montuno's. One thing i do suggest doing, is playing different inversions with each hand, and also practise playing with major, minor, and dominant 7 chords, doing this will give the montunos allot more flavour. If you mastet this then all you do is just jumo between the different inversions, or climb chromatically uo the scale or go down, possibilities are endless

  • @raulraphael7404
    @raulraphael7404 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Dam!...You play Latin ...with the groove and feel of a Latino music pro!..Bravo!

  • @sendaiizumi
    @sendaiizumi 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @ChrisTaylor-tf1lt
    @ChrisTaylor-tf1lt 7 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @mejiaronny
    @mejiaronny 8 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @OtmaroRuiz2020
    @OtmaroRuiz2020 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great information, to the point and quick!!

  • @natsdad5240
    @natsdad5240 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    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.

  • @atomicdynamo6062
    @atomicdynamo6062 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very good tutorial. Clear and conceptual enough to easily use.

  • @timwillis6433
    @timwillis6433 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Michael - great vid! Very helpful!

  • @user-sb3wh3dd4v
    @user-sb3wh3dd4v 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    EXCELLENT tutorial!