Cuban Music Class in Havana

? Overview

Feel the rhythm of the Caribbean in your veins with an authentic Cuban music class in the heart of Havana. This interactive workshop introduces you to the soul of the island’s culture—its music. Whether you're a seasoned musician or a complete beginner, you'll learn the fundamental techniques behind the sounds that make the world dance.

✨ Highlights

• ? Hands-on Experience: Learn to play iconic Cuban percussion instruments.

• ? Diverse Instruments: Choose from the congas, bongos, maracas, güiros, or claves.

• ? Professional Instruction: Be guided by an expert English-speaking instructor in a friendly environment.

• Cultural Immersion: Understand the rhythmic roots of genres like Son, Salsa, and Bolero.

• ✅ All Skill Levels: Perfect for everyone from curious travelers to experienced drummers.

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? Full Description

Step into a vibrant musical space in the El Vedado neighborhood and get ready to find your groove. Our Cuban music class is designed to be a "hands-on" journey into the percussion instruments that define the island’s most important genres. You’ll have the freedom to pick your instrument of choice—be it the deep tone of the congas, the sharp snap of the bongos, or the steady pulse of the maracas and claves.

Under the guidance of a professional instructor, you’ll learn the basic patterns and polyrhythms that form the backbone of Cuban music. You don’t need to read sheet music or be a professional; all you need is a passion for rhythm and a desire to have fun! The class lasts one hour, leaving you with a deeper appreciation for the live music you’ll hear throughout the streets of Havana.

✅ What’s Included

• 1-hour music workshop.

• Professional English-speaking instructor.

• Use of all necessary musical instruments and equipment.

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? What to Bring

• Comfortable clothing.

• A camera or phone to record your new skills.

• A bottle of water.

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⏱️ Duration 1 hour.

? Price Starting from $20 USD per person.

? Meeting Point Calle 42 and Calle 44 (Number 4201), El Vedado, Havana.

Why Travelers Love It

❤️ Travelers love this class because it transforms them from spectators into participants. It is a high-energy, joyful way to spend an hour, and many guests find that they recognize the beats they learned in the class for the rest of their trip. It’s an accessible, affordable, and incredibly fun way to connect with the local culture.