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Intermediate drums sheet music for "El Bochinche" by Cortijo Y Su Nuevo Combo, in C major at about 176 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Drums Sheet Music for "El Bochinche" by Cortijo Y Su Nuevo Combo

Preview of the intermediate drums sheet music arrangement for “El Bochinche” by Cortijo Y Su Nuevo Combo.

El Bochinche by Cortijo Y Su Nuevo Combo
Drums Sheet Music

PercussionMid-staff range

The drums part reads from percussion, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

GenreSalsa · Latin Jazz · Mambo
MoodEnergetic · Joyful · Danceable
SignatureClassic salsa mambo with a modern, polished feel
C major
Key
176
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

C7
Dm7
G°
G7
Gm7
Dm
C
G
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVerseChorusInstrumentalBreakdownOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

Percussion
Complex, syncopated patterns from congas, timbales, bongos, cowbell, and shakers drive the rhythm.
Bass
A round, syncopated bassline that locks tightly with the percussion, providing a strong, danceable foundation.
Piano
Rhythmic montuno patterns with bright, percussive chords and occasional melodic fills.
Brass
Bright trumpets and trombones deliver punchy, melodic lines and call‑and‑response figures, often accenting the backbeat.
Vocals
Male lead voice with a clear, energetic timbre, supported by male backing singers in tight call‑and‑response harmonies.
Album & artist
ALBUM

Champions (1975)

A 1975 vinyl release featuring vocalists Fe Cortijo and Che Delgado, the album mixes bomba and other Afro-Caribbean dance styles. Tracks like 'Ponganse Duro' and 'Birinbombeo' show the group staying close to the hard-driving rhythmic style Cortijo built his reputation on.

All of Champions
Artist

Cortijo Y Su Nuevo Combo

Cortijo Y Su Nuevo Combo is the later incarnation of Puerto Rican bandleader Rafael Cortijo's ensemble, rooted in the bomba and plena folk traditions of the island. Cortijo was a central figure in bringing those Afro-Puerto Rican rhythms into the mainstream dance band format, and the 'Nuevo Combo' carried that work forward into the 1970s. The group featured vocalists alongside a tight rhythm section, keeping the percussive, celebratory spirit that made Cortijo a Caribbean institution.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "El Bochinche" in?

"El Bochinche" by Cortijo Y Su Nuevo Combo is in C major.

What is the tempo of "El Bochinche"?

"El Bochinche" plays at around 176 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "El Bochinche"?

The core progression is C7, Dm7, G°, G7, Gm7, and Dm, built around the C major tonal center.

What instruments play on "El Bochinche"?

The recording features Percussion, Bass, Piano, Brass, and Vocals.

Can I get "El Bochinche" drums sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate drums sheet music arrangement of "El Bochinche" by Cortijo Y Su Nuevo Combo, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "El Bochinche" drums sheet music easy to play?

"El Bochinche" drums sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 176 BPM in C major with 8 chords to navigate, the part leans toward the harder end. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.

Is there an easy, beginner version of "El Bochinche" drums sheet music?

Yes. The beginner drums sheet music for "El Bochinche" simplifies the busiest passages and rhythms while keeping the melody, so it is the easiest way to start. The intermediate and advanced arrangements are one tap away when you want more of the original.

What album is "El Bochinche" on?

"El Bochinche" appears on Champions (1975).

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