Son-montuno
A more developed style (Arsenio Rodríguez in the 1940s), emphasizing call-and-response, montuno sections, and heavier rhythm — this is the direct ancestor of salsa.
Instruments:
- Tres (often electric or more percussive style)
- Piano (replacing or joining guitar for harmony and “tumbaos”)
- Double Bass
- Bongó
- Congas (a standard addition now)
- Claves
- Maracas & Güiro
- Multiple Trumpets (or full brass section)
👉 Larger conjuntos (bigger ensembles), strong rhythm section.
Esta sección se caracteriza por una parte más abierta e interactiva de la canción, donde hay un diálogo entre los vocales y los instrumentistas, lo que conduce a una sensación más improvisada. El montuno se construye típicamente sobre patrones repetitivos de piano y bajo y puede incluir canto de llamada y respuesta.
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