Posted on June 3rd, 2011 by by Dany J
We are happy to formally welcome Bob Ramos as an instructor at the Scarlet Mambo Latin Dance Studio. Bob will teach Latin Percussion classes starting in June.
Bob Ramos is a professor at Mason Gross School of the Arts and the Latino and Hispanic Caribbean Studies Department at Rutgers University. His university course, “Music of the Caribbean” is offered every spring semester at Rutgers University.
FULL BIO:
Bob Ramos, a graduate of the Mason Gross School of the Arts, has a Masters Degree in Music, with an emphasis in Ethnomusicology. His undergraduate studies included instruction in Jazz drums Keith Copeland and Ralph Peterson, Jr., and Percussion with Bobby Sanabria at the Drummers Collective in NYC.
His interest in music began at an early age, his parents exposing him to all types of music, including Latin, jazz, big band and rock. He has been playing drum set and percussion professionally for over twenty years, with a discography of over 15 recordings.
Previously, Bob has performed in and managed the Rutgers University Salsa Band. The group traveled to Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic to perform and study, and helped bring diversity to the Rutgers Music Department and positive outreach to the greater New Brunswick area.
He has also appeared on Telemundo and Univision with various Latin Rock bands.
Currently, He teaches drums and percussion in the Tri-state area. He performs with Latin/Jazz bands in New York City, popular classic rock groups in Connecticut, and with a Brazilian Bosa/jazz group in New Jersey. Bob has worked with classic rock, jam band, experimental, Funk, Latin and Jazz fusion bands in the past. He is overjoyed to join the staff at the Scarlet Mambo Latin Dance Studio, teaching group Salsa percussion ensemble for dance.
Posted on June 1st, 2011 by by Dany J
LEARN HOW TO PLAY LATIN PERCUSSION
New! New! New!
Instructor: Bob Ramos
Salsa LEVEL 2: Cycle of 8 Weeks
ELEVATE YOUR SALSA IN 8 WEEKS!
Register online here
Description:
Learn to play the Latin percussion instruments in a tipical Latin Salsa group! Students will be taught the fundamental musical rhythms of the different styles of Latin American music and dance focusing on Rumba, Mambo/Salsa, Cha Cha Cha, Bolero, Merengue and Bachata. This instructional course is tailored to the “Learn to Dance Cycle” scheduled on Tuesday evenings.
The goal is for students to become proficient enough to play for the Scarlet Mambo beginner dance class so that they can experience the excitement of playing various instruments in synchronization with live dancers.
There will be hands on instruction for conga, timbales, bongo, cowbell, maracas, güiro and clave. The eight classes will enable all participants to the learn the skills to play the basic and typical rhythmic patterns on each, and enable all participants to practice and understand how each instrument acts in unison with the others and supports the dance. Instruments will be provided, but students are welcome and encouraged to bring their own as well.
In 8 short classes students will have an understanding of the fundamentals of rhythm, drumming techniques and ensemble timing, which will enhance the student’s ability to listen to, dance, understand and enjoy the percussion section that has become so vital to Salsa music
and dance.
Tuesday 6:00pm- 7:00pm
Starts, Tuesday June 7th – through July 25th
SCARLET MAMBO
Latin Dance Studio
431 Raritan Avenue (2nd Floor)
Highland Park, New Jersey 08904
The cost is $107 for the 8-week cycle if you register online.
That’s it, pay once and learn to drum! Register online and pay less. The cost for the 8-week cycle is $120 if you wait to register in person at the studio the first day of classes.
Posted on May 31st, 2011 by by Dany J
The Scarlet Mambo Latin Dance Studio is offering a brand NEW Salsa Level 2 dance course. For those students that completed the LEVEL 1 course, or for those students that already have strong knowledge of Salsa On2 fundamentals, this course is for you.
Salsa LEVEL 2: Cycle of 8 Weeks
ELEVATE YOUR SALSA IN 8 WEEKS!
Register online here
Description:
Now that you know the basics and the fundamentals of Salsa, this course will help you elevate your Salsa dancing so you can start having fun and showing off your moves on the dance floor. Learn flashy shines (solo steps) so you can impress all your friends, plus learn fun and smooth turns with a partner.
Men will learn how to lead smoothly, and women will learn how to follow most turns in the nightclub setting.
Tuesdays at 8:00pm-9:30pm
Starts, Tuesday June 7th – through July 26th
The fee is $120 If you register at the studio.
The fee is $107 for the whole course, if you register online here:
It takes 2 minutes. It’s secure and safe.
For more info: Call 732.391.1110
Posted on May 16th, 2011 by by Dany J
Our last 8 week cycle was so much fun! The next 8-week cycle begins on Monday, June 6th! Please tell your friends, family, and co-workers!
We are very excited to announce the new 8-week cycle of classes at the Scarlet Mambo Latin Dance Studio.
If you are looking to learn how to dance in a friendly, structured and consistent format, then this 8-week course is for you. It will meet on Mondays, starting June 6th.
Don’t wait any longer. This is your chance to finally get on the dance floor with confidence, style and flair. Register securely online via the Salsa Shop
Learn to Dance Salsa in 8 weeks.
Learn 25 Solo steps (shines) + Learn 10 Steps with a partner
Description:
The goal of this course is to give you the confidence to dance comfortably at the nightclub or at Salsa socials. Participants will learn all the necessary steps required to advance to the Level 2.
This course will teach you the fundamentals of Salsa, and give you a solid understanding of musicality and dance theory as it pertains to Salsa on2. You will learn how to listen to the timing of Salsa and dance properly on the beat of the music. We will demystify the elusive percussion rhythms of Latin musical instruments, like the conga and the clave.
Mondays at 8:00pm-9:30pm
Starts, Monday June 6th – through July 25th
SCARLET MAMBO
Latin Dance Studio
431 Raritan Avenue (2nd Floor)
Highland Park, New Jersey 08904
The cost is $107 for the 8-week cycle if you register online. That’s it, pay once and learn to dance! Register online and pay less. The cost for the 8-week cycle is $120 if you wait to register in person at the studio the first day of classes.
The easiest way to register is online. It’s secure and it only takes 2 minutes.
Register securely online via the Salsa Shop
Or you can call 732.391.1110 to register or for more information.
Posted on May 10th, 2011 by by Dany J
Candy Mena & Andy Cruz will be teaching dance classes every Wednesday at their new home in New Jersey: The Scarlet Mambo Latin Dance Studio. Every Wednesday: Cha Cha Cha at 7pm, Bachata at 8pm, and Women’s and Men’s Styling at 9pm.
All the information is listed on the Schedule Page
