what is a clave
Clave (rhythm) The clave, (Spanish pronunciation: ['klaÎ²e],[1] Anglicized pronunciation: CLA(H)-vay), is a rhythmic pattern used as a tool for temporal organization in Afro-Cuban music. It is present in a variety of genres such as AbakuÃ¡ music, rumba, conga, son, mambo, salsa, songo, timba and Afro-Cuban jazz.