The tres-dos is presented within its historical context in Yambú, highlighting its origins and current function. With Machito, you will learn where to place the open tones and how to respect the tumbador’s space, maintaining a stable and coherent rhythmic foundation.
In this episode, you will explore how the sound of the tres-dos changes when played with hands inward or hands back. You will learn to balance its volume with that of the tumbador and maintain a clean cadence at all times, reinforcing the interaction between the two instruments.
This episode introduces the Matancero style, where the tres-dos incorporates syncopation and the characteristic "machuca–aplasta" rhythmic cell. You will learn to place each stroke precisely with the clave and counting, creating clear and expressive patterns.
In the final episode, Machito returns to Havana to explore the cajón raspadura as a tres-dos. You will learn the basic pattern, its variations, and how to return smoothly to the structure without losing the cadence. The episode consolidates the rhythmic identity of Havana and demonstrates the evolution of the tres-dos within the city's style.
In this bonus video, Machito reviews the different tres–dos Yambú patterns from Havana and Matanzas, highlighting their evolution within the tradition. He reinforces the main grooves and encourages reflection on how the rhythm develops over time.
