Conga Description

Congas in a bluegrass band! Some would consider that almost blasphemy, however, if you knew Nevahs Conga player Eric, the phrase blasphemous congas would bring a smile to his face. The rhythmic tones that the conga drums bring to Nevahs' music creates a completely unique sound. 

The conga, or more properly the tumbadora, is a tall, narrow, single-headed Cuban drum with African antecedents. It is thought to be derived from the Makuta drums or similar drums associated with Afro-Cubans of Central African descent. A person who plays conga is called a conguero. Although ultimately derived from African drums made from hollowed logs, the Cuban conga is staved, like a barrel. These drums were probably made from salvaged barrels originally. They are used both in Afro-Caribbean religious music and as the principal instrument in rumba. Congas are now very common in Latin music, including salsa music, merengue music, and Reggaeton, as well as many other forms of American popular music.

Come listen to Nevah play, you will be enchanted by the sound of Eric's "blasphemous congas."