An essential technique for all tam players to master.
Before reading the below, note that both styles of playing Virado are equally valid. Both essentially produce the same sound. It’s important that tamborim players understand the differences between both methods as part of their learning this amazing little instrument.
The new Tam entry for Freds Samba
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A second pattern for Fred’s Samba. Signaled in with two fingers held horizontally. (Excuse the rough notation)
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Excellent video series by Thalita Santos teaching the “old way” of playing tamborim virado. (The “old way” produces the cleanest sound, however is hard to play at speed unless you practice alot)
Some detailed instruction on the part one of main sequence after all the repenique entries are completed
Not a pattern in itself but not a break either. This is a transition from Funk back to Disco.
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Currently we don’t play this great pattern. This is something for the Tam section to look at as individuals and build their skill set to the point where they can begin playing it. A great Tam arrangement for the Tam section to master.
If it seems complex at first don’t worry. Build it up bit by following Michael de Miranda’s instructions. Virado is required here (Tam flipping or “swirling” as MDM calls it). See HERE for the page on Virado
1,2,3,4 what are we here for.
New tam players will be wondering what the sequence of even beats (played by the Tams) at the start of Samba is all about. See the video below for an excellent explanation and demonstration of some entradas played by Tamborims.
