Latin American Music - Sounds and Colours
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Preserving the African Traditions of Colombia’s Pacífico with Eryen ...
WEBApr 22, 2022 · The traditional marimba de chonta is constructed according to precise specifications. It has 23 bars that are extracted during the waning moon from the native peach palm, called chonta – hence the name. Next, there are 23 sections of tube made from the endemic guadua bamboo variety, which function as resonators. The bars are struck with a mallet with one of its ends lined with natural rubber.
The Rise of the Guarania: A Musical Style That is Paraguay’s Own
WEBMar 14, 2011 · It was first introduced by musician José Asunción Flores (1904-1972) as a way of expressing the character of the Paraguayan people. As Flores once explained, “The Guarania is from my people, written for and by my people.”. Born in a poor neighbourhood of the capital Asunción, Flores was first introduced to music through his father who ...
Latin American Independence Dates - Sounds and Colours
WEB25 November 1975 (from the Netherlands) Uruguay. 25 August 1825 (from Brazil) Venezuela. 5 July 1811 (from Spain) Sounds and Colours is a website, print publication and record label dedicated to the music, culture and creativity of …
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WEBSounds and Colours began its life in 2010. Back then it was a simple blog looking at underground culture in South America. Since then it has become one of the world's #1 sources for information on culture from Latin America and the Caribbean, printing specialist books, starting a record label and maintaining this website, with collaborators ...
Merengue Magic: The Dominican Republic’s Uplifting Dance Music
WEBBy Sounds and Colours 03 June, 2024. The Dominican Republic pulsates with a vibrant energy, and a big part of that vibrancy comes from merengue music. Imagine infectious rhythms, joyful melodies, and couples twirling across the dance floor with infectious smiles. That’s the magic of merengue. This article dives into the heart of this ...
What Are the Top 11 Traditional Instruments Used in Latin America?
WEBJan 15, 2020 · 7. Clave. This Latin American instrument, which is common in Cuban music, looks simple. However, it is among the most distinct of the instruments in the region. It’s a handheld wooden block that is approximately as small as a big cigar. To use the instrument, you strike two claves together to make a sound. 8.
Understanding Sonideros and Sonidos, Mexico’s Tropical Music …
WEBJul 4, 2022 · Sonidero is a culture, a tradition, a movement that is still being discovered. Sonidero is a unique pan-continental vision, full of twists and turns, combining different types of tropical music into an explosive party. It’s an unchecked tale of sonideros in Monterey and pitched-down rebajadas long before Houston’s DJ Screw came along and ...
Brazilian Music - Sounds and Colours
WEBAbout Sounds and Colours. Sounds and Colours began its life in 2010. Back then it was a simple blog looking at underground culture in South America. Since then it has become one of the world's #1 sources for information on culture from Latin America and the Caribbean, printing specialist books, starting a record label and maintaining this ...
How Latin Music Changed Over the Years and Why We Love It?
WEBFeb 24, 2023 · Latin music has gone through significant changes over the years, evolving from traditional genres to a diverse range of styles that have captured the hearts of millions around the world. In the early 20th century, Latin music was heavily influenced by Afro-Caribbean rhythms, and genres like salsa, mambo, and cha-cha-cha gained popularity.