Toca Eric Velez Signature Wood Bongos in Gun Metal Glitter
Toca is committed to being green and environmentally-friendly. The wood we use is harvested from a plantation in Thailand, where our drums are then lathed and handcrafted by local musicians. This carefully managed resource is much easier on the environment than wood taken from primary forests
Features:
Eric Velez blurring style is based heavily on Afro-Cuban technique. He prefers a finger-sensitive, controllable drum that he doesnt have to fight to play quietly or loudly.
Unique 7 & 9 bongos with steel bottoms
Premium two-ply high Asian Oak construction
Black Mirror chrome hardware for a sleek look and appeal
Gun Metal Glitter Finish gives it that old-school look with a modern flair thats sure to attract attention!
EasyPlay hoop
Rib design gives bongos an authentic look and feel
Feature in natural sunburst high gloss finish
8 tuning lugs
Matching congas available
Eric Velez is one of the most respected Latino percussionists of his generation. He is of Puerto Rican descent, and was born and raised in the Bronx, New York. Eric learned to play congas, bongos, and timbales at the young age of three with the assistance of his brother. His first musical performance was with Grupo Fascinacion at the age of fifteen. At the age of seventeen, Eric played with Eddie Palmieri and in 1993 made his first recording with Marc Anthony for the movie soundtrack Carlitos Way. In 1996, Eric continued to record under RMM Records with producer Isidro Infante. Eric also traveled with the RMM Band, featuring Tito Puente. In 1997, Eric joined Marc Anthonys band and later that year performed for President Clintons 1997 Inaugural Ceremony. A year later, Eric recorded with Celia Cruz. In 1999, Eric joined D.L.G. and also recorded with various artists under record producer Sergio George.
Between 2000 and 2004, Eric performed with Marc Anthony on two tours, several TV shows, including Jay Leno, as well as the HBO Special: Marc Anthony the Concert. In 2005, Eric joined the Juntos en Concierto Tour featuring Marc Anthony. Later that year, Eric and his brother, Joe Juicy Jusino recorded a Salsa CD titled, Juicy and Eric Huracan. In 2006, Eric went on another Juntos en Concierto Tour 2 featuring Marc Anthony. In October, Eric recorded with Marc Anthony for Marc Anthony in Tenerife. In 2007, Eric continued to play with Marc Anthony and also began playing percussion with Jennifer Lopez and appeared on American Idol and David Letterman. The following year, Drum! Magazine named Eric Runner-up for Percussion Rising Star.
In 2009, Toca Percussion launched the Eric Velez Signature Series Congas and Bongos. In October, Eric returned to the White House and performed with Marc Anthony for the Fiesta Latina performance. Eric has received many renowned distinctions, including another award by Drum! Magazine in 2009. He was named Live Percussionist of the Year, Runner-up Percussionist of the Year, Runner-up Latin Percussionist of the Year, and Runner-up Percussion Product of the Year. In 2010, Erics influence was significantly recognized once again when he was awarded Drum! Magazines Runner-up Live Performer of the Year and Runner-up Latin Percussionist of the Year.
In May 2011, Eric performed with Marc Anthony during the season finale of American Idol. Once again, his accomplishments were recognized when Eric received the award for Runner-up Latin Percussionist of the Year by Drum! Magazine. In 2012, Eric performed with Marc Anthony during the finale of QViva: The Chosen. In June, Eric played for President Obama at the Latinos for Obama Fundraiser at the Jackie Gleason Theater. That same year, Eric received an award by Drum! Magazine as Runner-up Latin Percussionist of the Year. Eric toured this summer with the GIGANT3S Tour featuring Marc Anthony. He will be ending the year in Latin America with the GIGANT2S Tour featuring Marc Anthony.
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