The Heart of Afro-Cuban Rhythms | Danny Collazo | TEDxColumbusHS

Danny Collazo, a local musician from Miami, captivates the audience with his TEDx talk centered on Afro-Cuban beats. Danny invites the audience to participate by following the clave beat, a five-stroke pattern that forms the core of Cuban rhythms. He emphasizes the significance of rhythmic methodology in Afro-Cuban music, highlighting its cultural exchange and interconnectedness. As a Cuban-Jamaican musician, Danny embodies Miami's vibrant cultural tapestry, infusing his passion for music into every aspect of his life. Through his demonstration of the clave beat, Danny bridges cultural and musical education, inviting the audience to celebrate Miami's rich heritage and love for music through interactive engagement with Afro-Cuban rhythms. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx Daniel Collazo is a Cuban-Jamaican musician born and raised in Miami, FL. He has been a musician his whole life, starting with the guitar at five years old and eventually learning piano and bass. Daniel records and performs with his band Tongue Tied and does session work for other local artists. He is currently a senior at Florida International University where he is majoring in Music Business. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx