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Son clave
clave · 4/4 · 80–200 BPM
BPM95
Clave
B
B
B
B
B
Cultural context
The foundational timekeeper of Cuban son and salsa. Every dancer and musician orients to it whether they hear it played or not.
Dance hint
Salsa on-1 steps land on counts 1-2-3 and 5-6-7. The 3-side of the clave hits on 1, the '&' of 2, and 4. The 2-side hits on 2 and 3.
Stroke legend — O open · T tone · S slap · M muted · B bell/clave · · rest