What is Bembe rhythm?
What is Bembe rhythm? The Bembe clave is a rhythmic pattern found today in Afro Cuban rhythms, particularly the Afro Cuban six eight pattern. It is a ternary pattern which means it is based on a three note grouping, same as triplets. That is why it fits neatly into the six eight time signature. What is an Afro-Cuban drum called? The conga, also known as tumbadora, is a tall, narrow, single-headed drum from Cuba. Congas have become a popular instrument in many forms of Latin music such as son (when played by conjuntos), descarga, Afro-Cuban jazz, salsa, songo, merengue and...