Portrait of Miguel Ruiz
Minor Percussion

Miguel Ruiz

Minor Percussion

  • Son
  • Guaracha
  • Guaguancó
  • Mambo
  • Danzón
  • Songo
  • Cuban salsa
  • Timba

Professional Biography

Cuban professional percussionist, graduated from the National Conservatory of Music in Havana, Cuba, with a strong specialization in Cuban and Latin music genres such as Son, Guaracha, Guaguancó, Mambo, Danzón, Songo, Cuban Salsa, Timba, and other traditional and contemporary styles.

As a versatile percussionist, he performs on instruments such as maracas, güiro, claves, and bongó, bringing authenticity, rhythmic precision, and deep knowledge of Afro-Cuban musical traditions to every performance.

Throughout his career, he has performed with numerous international orchestras and musical projects, gaining extensive experience on stage and in professional music settings.

He currently resides in Miami, Florida, where he works as a percussionist with Timbalive, one of the leading Timba orchestras outside of Cuba.

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