If you're looking to learn how to play the congas with professional technique, you've come to the leading school.
Forget about sounding like a beginner.
At La Conga Secreta, we guide you step by step so you can master the instrument with Diego Silbermanas’ method.
Progress at your own pace, without the pressure of a group class. Master the correct technique from day one.
With the expert guidance of world-class instructors. Join the most passionate community of conga players.
Study at Your Own Pace
No schedules, no strings attached. Enjoy full access to our entire course library simultaneously on up to 6 different devices, so you never stop playing.
Sheet Music & Guides
Download your high-quality PDF sheet music. The perfect complement to master every stroke and every hidden rhythm of the congas.
Personalized Mentorship
Move forward with complete peace of mind. Get your questions answered through personalized video responses from your instructor.
INSPIRED BY PASSION
The School of Congueros was born from the dedication and career of Diego Silbermanas, a journey that began in Córdoba, Argentina, and extended to the roots of percussion in Cuba and Peru.
The purpose of this school is simple: to share the most studied techniques, rhythms, and rudiments in the world with a global community.
DO YOU THINK MASTERING THE CONGAS IS AN IMPOSSIBLE SECRET?
Connect with the Power of the Conga Rhythm
Welcome to La Conga Secreta, the School of Congueros with the largest community. The only structured online method led by master teachers, where percussionists from all over the world come together to refine their technique, master essential rhythms, and connect with the language of the drum.
The new era of elite training in Latin percussion is finally within your reach.
Learn from the Best
UNLOCK LA CONGA SECRETA
Our plans offer you a structured learning path, professional sound techniques, and the exact tools to master rhythm—regardless of your current level.
Access with Discount For a Limited Time
🥉 BRONZE
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Access to All Courses
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One new ebook each month (up to 6 months)
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Access to PDF Sheet Music
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Access on 2 Devices (Mobile & PC)
💎 Platinium anual
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Access to All Courses
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Immediate Full Access to 6 Ebooks: Technique, Rhythms and Rudiments for Congas I, II, III, IV & V
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Access to PDF Sheet Music
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1 Monthly Email Consultation
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2 Monthly Consultations Answered by Video
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Access on 6 devices (Mobile and PC)
Frequently Asked Questions
The first thing you should know is that in all our plans you have access to 100% of the material. There is no “locked” content; from minute one you have all the tools at your disposal.
The real difference between the plans is not what you see, but how we resolve your questions:
Bronze Access:
It’s ideal if you’re a self-taught person. You have all the content to go at your own pace, explore the lessons, and app
Still have questions? If you don’t know where to start, we recommend subscribing to the basic monthly plan for $12. You’ll be able to explore all the content and, if later on you need personalized corrections, you can always upgrade.
Yes, the Bronze plan is monthly and you can cancel it before the next renewal date. The Platinum plan is annual and you can cancel it before the next renewal.
If you decide to improve your experience and level up, the process is very simple. If you are currently on the Bronze Plan and wish to upgrade to the Platinum Plan, you simply need to cancel your current subscription and, once the process is completed, subscribe to the new plan from your user panel or by contacting us>>.
This is our most exclusive feedback service. You can send us a written question, an audio message, or a short video showing your technique or specific question. Maestro Diego Silbermanas or a member of his team will respond with a personalized video (not a generic reply), analyzing your situation, correcting technical mistakes, and providing specific exercises to help you progress.
Although our main focus is the technical and musical mastery of the congas, the knowledge you gain is applicable to all Latin and general percussion.
Option 1: Individual Purchase (External Access)
If you prefer to have the books independently from the platform or in a permanent physical/digital format, you can purchase them separately on Amazon.
Access directly through: lacongasecreta.com/libros/
Option 2: Immediate Full Access (Annual Platinum Plan)
When you subscribe to the Annual Platinum Plan, you automatically unlock the entire collection. This plan includes free and instant access to all 6 volumes as part of the exclusive benefits for premium members.
Option 3: Gradual Access by Membership Duration (Bronze Plan)
If you have a Bronze membership, the books are automatically activated according to a schedule based on your time on the platform. You will be able to download them from the “My Books” tab once the following timeframes have been completed:
| eBook Title | Availability (Subscription Days) |
| Introduction to Congas | Starting from Day 5 |
| Technique, Rhythms and Rudiments 1 | Starting from Day 35 |
| Technique, Rhythms and Rudiments 2 | Starting from Day 65 |
| Technique, Rhythms and Rudiments 3 | Starting from Day 95 |
| Technique, Rhythms and Rudiments 4 | Starting from Day 125 |
| Technique, Rhythms and Rudiments 5 | Starting from Day 160 |
Everything you need to master the drum
Enjoy unlimited access to our library of more than 350 video courses designed to support your growth from the very first stroke to professional mastery.
Technique from Scratch: Basic sounds, warm-up, and professional setup for 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 congas.- Rhythm Encyclopedia: Master the Marcha, Guaguancó (all variations), Songo, Merengue, Bolero, Cumbia, and more.
- Afro World and Tradition: Total immersion in Bembé, Bomba, Pilón, Afro-Jazz, Palo, and Yuka rhythms.
- The Secret Hand (Advanced Technique): Hand techniques inspired by Giovanni Hidalgo, double strokes, rolls, and elite rudiments.
- Batá Drums on the Conga: The unique course designed to adapt the melodies of the sacred drums to your congas.
- Independent and Soloing: Practice routines to master the clave, melodic hand technique, and the foundations for improvisation.
- Premium Resources: Downloadable PDF sheet music for each lesson and personalized video-based support.
Master the drum with your premium access for less than $0.34 a day.
Choose the La Conga Secreta Membership that best fits your rhythm and start sounding like a professional today.
LATIN AND AFRO-CUBAN PERCUSSION DISCIPLINES
From Beginner to Master Conga Player
Become an expert in your main rhythm and master new styles with the proper professional technique.
Don’t stay stuck with doubts. Once a month, you get direct access to my personal inbox to send me your technical questions. Whether it’s about sheet music, a specific rhythm from the more than 350 courses, or advice about your instrument, you’ll receive a detailed response so you never stop your progress. (Platinum)
We know that every conga player is unique. That’s why we include up to 2 video responses per month to resolve your specific questions. Record yourself playing that pattern that’s holding you back, and Diego will reply with an exclusive video just for you, showing you exactly which movements you need to adjust. Personalized guidance so you never feel alone in your learning process.
You record yourself: Send us a short video with your question or exercise.
Diego replies to you: You will receive a personalized video response.
Real correction: Analysis of technique, timing, and sound quality.
Frequency: 1 or 2 monthly consultations (Platinum).
What Our Community Says
We are already more than 130,000 percussionists in our community. From industry professionals to enthusiasts who are just beginning their journey with the drum. See what our conga players have to say!
Diego Silbermanas
Introduction to the Congas
Technique, rhythms, and rudiments on Congas I, II, III, IV & V
Learn technique, rhythms, and rudiments with the interactive method (Book + Video) by Diego Silbermanas.
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Diego Silbermanas, the musician from Córdoba who reached unimaginable places around the world with his virtual books The musician released the fourth volume of a book series that has expanded across the five continents, including prestigious schools in Cuba and Iran, and even reaching Jamiroquai’s percussionist. His unique story.
Andrés Fundunklian
Credits: La Voz newspaper
Are you passionate about percussion but don’t know where to start?
Don’t waste time jumping from tutorial to tutorial without a clear structure. The secret of great conga players is not how much they practice, but how they do it. At La Conga Secreta, we have created the perfect map to take you from your first stroke to your first solo—without technical bad habits.
