After releasing 3 Sides of the Coin with the Dafnis Prieto Sí o Sí Quartet, you might expect drummer, composer, and educator Dafnis Prieto to take a creative pause. Instead, Prieto expands his artistic contributions with his third book, What Are the Odds.
This groundbreaking instructional work explores rhythm and meter, showcasing Prieto’s dedication to music education. Featuring 519 rhythmic examples, each paired with audio and video content, the book serves as a comprehensive guide for musicians seeking to deepen their rhythmic understanding.
About the Book
In What Are the Odds, Prieto focuses on fundamental rhythms in Latin music and beyond, drawing from the traditions of Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, and Brazil. Each chapter develops these rhythms through basic variations and explores their transformations across meters, offering a fresh perspective on their anatomy and potential.
“This is a journey of rhythms and meters,” Prieto explains. “By the end of this book, you will have a deeper understanding of not only these rhythms but also the ability to apply these strategies to your own music. It’s about creativity, exploration, and empowerment.”
Prieto’s innovative approach challenges musicians to explore odd meters, including 4/4, 12/8, 5/4, 7/4, 15/8, and beyond. The book organizes examples by pulse, offering clarity on rhythmic distribution within each time signature.
A celebrated artist from Cuba, Dafnis Prieto has profoundly impacted the music world with his revolutionary drumming techniques and compositions. He is a MacArthur “Genius” Fellow, a GRAMMY Award winner for Back to the Sunset (2018), and has received numerous other accolades, including GRAMMY and Latin GRAMMY nominations.
Prieto’s work as a composer spans diverse mediums, from chamber music to big band arrangements. As an educator, he has inspired students worldwide through workshops, masterclasses, and teaching roles, including his tenure at the University of Miami’s Frost School of Music.
His earlier books, A World of Rhythmic Possibilities (2016) and Rhythmic Synchronicity (2020), have become essential resources for musicians. With What Are the Odds, Prieto continues to push the boundaries of rhythmic exploration, offering a valuable tool for musicians of all levels.
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