Just three percussion instruments – the conga, bongos and timbales – transform a big band into a Latin ensemble full of upbeat melodies and unexpected rhythms. The fusion occurs every Thursday night ...

Whether it’s shaking maracas or thumping on bongos or congas, Latin percussion instruments easily lend themselves to young hands and undiscovered talent. Children ages 6-12 are welcome to partake in ...

Hiroshima created its distinct style 30 years ago by mixing the traditional Japanese instruments with American jazz and Latin percussion instruments. Basking today in a record 3 million album sales, ...

His passion is playing percussion at salsa clubs, but Charlie Montoyo also thrives at his day job: managing the Toronto Blue Jays. Charlie Montoyo keeps a large collection of Latin percussion ...