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Personalized lessons and workshops in Afro-Caribbean rhythms.

Private Lessons

One-on-one sessions tailored to your musical goals.

Group Workshops

Interactive classes exploring Afro-Puerto Rican rhythms.

Masterclasses

In-depth sessions with insights from Dimas

My Journey

From Puerto Rico to Orlando, my path has been shaped by legendary mentors and rich Afro-Caribbean rhythms.

Roots

Mentors & Traditions

Guided by masters like Tony Sánchez, Jesus Cepeda, and Don Rafael Cepeda.

Global Stages

Educator & Cultural Ambassador
Dimas is an in-demand clinician, having presented workshops and master classes at prestigious institutions worldwide:

Berklee College of Music, Boston
Stetson School of Music, Florida
Amadeo Roldán Conservatory, Havana, Cuba
Timucua Arts Center, Orlando
University of Central Florida
Tokyo, Japan – Afro Puerto Rican Percussion Master Class
Taller La Goyco, Puerto Rico
Conservatory of Music, San Juan Puerto Rico
…and many more.

His programs cover Latin percussion, Afro Puerto Rican rhythms, bomba, plena, and jazz fusion, inspiring musicians and audiences to connect with the cultural roots of the music.

This book shines a long‑overdue spotlight on the Afro–Puerto Rican rhythms that have shaped the island’s cultural soul yet were too often pushed to the margins. Bringing together nearly nineteen distinct rhythmic traditions, it celebrates the artists, communities, and histories that kept these sounds alive across generations.

More than a catalog, this work opens the door to creative possibility. We show how iconic Bomba and Plena rhythms can be reimagined within jazz, funk, rock, and other Afro‑diasporic genres—especially through the expressive power of the drum set. Musicians, educators, and creators will find fresh inspiration in the fusion of tradition and innovation.

To deepen the experience, the book is paired with a rich suite of educational materials: performance videos, audio examples, and written guides that break down each rhythm step‑by‑step. These resources illuminate not only how to play the rhythms, but also the historical forces and cultural stories that shaped Bomba, Plena, and the communities that carried them forward.

This is more than a reference—it’s an invitation to explore, learn, and bring these powerful Afro‑Puerto Rican traditions into new musical worlds.

The Book is Bilingual (Spanish and English)

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