Cuban
Music Generator
Capture the irresistible rhythms of Havana — son montuno, mambo brass, cha-cha-cha groove, and rumba percussion. Describe the feel and let Music Agent build your track.
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Cuban AI
Cuban DNA
The four foundations of Cuban music — clave rhythm, song form, instruments, and harmony.
Clave & Rhythm
The clave is the rhythmic DNA of Cuban music — a two-bar pattern (3-2 or 2-3) that governs every instrument. Son clave, rumba clave, and 6/8 clave define different styles.
Song Structure
Son form alternates verse (largo) and montuno (call-and-response improvisation). Mambo features layered brass riffs over tumbao bass. Cha-cha-cha uses steady 4/4 dance grooves.
Signature Instruments
Tres guitar, congas, bongos, timbales, claves, maracas, guiro, upright bass (tumbao), trumpet section, piano montuno, and flute.
Harmonic Language
Major keys dominate. Common progressions: I–IV–V–IV in son, ii–V–I in mambo/jazz-influenced styles. Anticipations (playing ahead of the beat) define the Cuban feel.
Explore the Spectrum
Six Cuban styles — from traditional son to modern timba, each with its own clave and energy.
Son Cubano
The root of Cuban popular music. Tres guitar, clave, and call-and-response montuno sections.
Mambo
Big-band dance music with layered brass riffs, driving percussion, and explosive energy.
Cha-Cha-Cha
Elegant dance rhythm with a characteristic syncopated "cha-cha-cha" triple step feel.
Rumba
Afro-Cuban percussion tradition. Guaguanco, yambu, and columbia are the three main forms.
Bolero Cubano
Romantic ballad form with lush guitar arpeggios, smooth vocals, and expressive dynamics.
Timba
Modern Cuban dance music blending son, funk, and hip-hop. High-energy with complex arrangements.
How They Compare
See how Cuban styles differ in clave pattern, tempo, and instrumentation.
| Feature | Son Cubano | Mambo | Cha-Cha-Cha | Rumba | Salsa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clave | Son clave (3-2) | Son clave (2-3) | 2-3 variant | Rumba clave | Son clave (varies) |
| Tempo | 90–120 BPM | 120–140 BPM | 100–130 BPM | 80–130 BPM | 140–200 BPM |
| Lead Instrument | Tres guitar | Brass section | Flute/violin | Congas | Piano/brass |
| Dance Style | Partner, relaxed | Partner, athletic | Partner, elegant | Solo/circle | Partner, dynamic |
| Origin | Santiago de Cuba, 1920s | Havana, 1940s | Havana, 1950s | Matanzas, 1800s | New York/Havana, 1960s |
| Notable Artists | Trio Matamoros, Compay Segundo | Pérez Prado, Machito | Orquesta Aragón, Enrique Jorrín | Los Muñequitos | Celia Cruz, Fania All-Stars |
Ready-to-Use Prompts
Eight curated prompts spanning Cuban traditions — copy one and start creating instantly.
Classic Son Montuno
Create a son cubano track at 108 BPM in G major. Tres guitar montuno, 3-2 son clave, conga tumbao, upright bass anticipations, trumpet melody. Warm and nostalgic.
Mambo Big Band
Generate a mambo track at 130 BPM in Bb major. Full brass section riffs, driving timbales, piano montuno, explosive energy. Pérez Prado style.
Cha-Cha Elegance
Produce a cha-cha-cha at 115 BPM in C major. Flute melody, violins, guiro rhythm, elegant piano comping. Smooth, danceable, and sophisticated.
Rumba Guaguancó
Create a rumba guaguancó at 100 BPM. Three congas, claves, cajón, call-and-response vocals. Intense Afro-Cuban percussion groove.
Bolero Romance
Generate a Cuban bolero at 78 BPM in A minor. Nylon guitar arpeggios, smooth male vocals, gentle bongos, romantic string pad. Intimate and tender.
Modern Timba
Build a timba track at 145 BPM in E minor. Funky bass, aggressive piano tumbaos, brass stabs, complex conga patterns. High energy, Los Van Van inspired.
Cuban Jazz
Create a Latin jazz piece at 120 BPM in F major. Piano montuno, walking bass, jazz trumpet improvisations over Afro-Cuban rhythms. Irakere-inspired fusion.
Havana Lounge
Generate a laid-back Cuban lounge track at 95 BPM in D major. Soft tres guitar, brushed congas, muted trumpet, cocktail atmosphere. Buena Vista Social Club mood.
Where Cuban Music Lives
Real-world scenarios where Cuban rhythms bring warmth and energy.
Dance Events
Son, mambo, cha-cha-cha, and timba are designed for dancing — generate tracks for classes and social dances.
Three Simple Steps
From idea to finished track — describe, refine, and export your cuban music.
Describe Your Vision
Tell Music Agent what kind of track you want — reference a mood, artist, or scene. No jargon needed.
Refine Through Chat
Fine-tune BPM, key, instruments, and structure through natural conversation. Iterate until it's perfect.
Export & Use
Download your track in high-quality audio. Fully cleared for commercial use — games, videos, ads, and more.
Explore More Genres
Discover related genres and expand your sonic palette.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about creating cuban music with Tunee.
Yes. All tracks created with Tunee are cleared for commercial use — films, ads, restaurants, apps, and more. No royalty fees.
Yes. Specify 3-2 or 2-3 son clave, rumba clave, or 6/8 clave in your prompt. The AI aligns all parts to the clave.
Tres guitar, congas, bongos, timbales, claves, maracas, guiro, trumpet, piano, flute, upright bass, and more.
Absolutely. Cuban-jazz, Cuban-electronic, and Cuban-hip-hop fusions all work. Describe the blend you want in your prompt.
Not at all. Describe the vibe — "upbeat Havana dance music" or "romantic Cuban guitar ballad" — and the AI handles the musical details.
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