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Bembé (6/8 bell)
bell · 6/8 · 90–140 BPM
BPM112
Bell
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
Low drum
O
O
O
O
Mid drum
T
T
T
T
High drum
S
S
S
Cultural context
The 12/8 bell pattern that anchors much of West-African and Afro-Cuban folkloric music. Heard in Yoruba ceremonies and Lucumí toques.
Dance hint
Three-pulse and four-pulse feels coexist. Feet can ride either grouping; shoulders and hips often pick the opposite one.
Stroke legend — O open · T tone · S slap · M muted · B bell/clave · · rest