Preview of the interactive piano roll for “De Una Manera Espantosa” by Rubén González.
The progression
Structure & dynamics
What's in the mix
Chanchullo (2000)
Recorded over three years under the direction of trombonist Jesús 'Aguaje' Ramos and released on World Circuit, the album draws on the Cuban ballroom styles González had played for decades, particularly danzón and cha-cha-chá. It earned a Grammy nomination for Best Traditional Tropical Latin Album at the 44th Annual Grammy Awards.
All of ChanchulloRubén González
Rubén González (1919-2003) was a Cuban pianist from Santa Clara who spent decades playing with some of Cuba's biggest orchestras, helping shape the sound of modern Cuban piano alongside peers like Lilí Martínez and Peruchín. He worked with bandleaders including Arsenio Rodríguez and Enrique Jorrín, covering styles from danzón to cha-cha-chá and mambo. After retiring in the 1980s, he came back in the 1990s through the Buena Vista Social Club revival, introducing his playing to a worldwide audience.
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Good to know
What key is "De Una Manera Espantosa" in?
"De Una Manera Espantosa" by Rubén González is in C major.
What is the tempo of "De Una Manera Espantosa"?
"De Una Manera Espantosa" plays at around 125 BPM in 4/4 time.
What chords are in "De Una Manera Espantosa"?
The core progression is F, Gm, C7, Dm7, Gm7, and B♭, built around the C major tonal center.
What instruments play on "De Una Manera Espantosa"?
The recording features brass section, percussion, piano, bass, drums, and vocals.
Can I get a piano roll for "De Una Manera Espantosa"?
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Is "De Una Manera Espantosa" piano tutorial easy to learn?
The piano roll shows every note of "De Una Manera Espantosa" falling onto the keys, and you can slow it right down so the fast parts come a few notes at a time. At 125 BPM in C major, it is very learnable once you ease off the speed.
What album is "De Una Manera Espantosa" on?
"De Una Manera Espantosa" appears on Chanchullo (2000).
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