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Rumba
A rhythmic dance with Spanish and African elements, originating in Cuba
Habanera
- Cuban dance music genre
- First Cuban style to strongly influence music in the U.S and was probably the most influential
style throughout the Americas. The most salient rhythmic feature of the habanera is its bass
configuration.
W.C Handy
New Orleans blues composer and innovator. Toured Cuba and brought over musical ideas and
practices that are seen in his piece St. Louis Blues, which incorporated the habanera rhythm in
the middle of its three sections.
Saint Louis Blues
Cuban Habanera written by W.C Handy
Son
- Utilized Afro-Cuban rhythmic concepts such as the anticipated bassin, in which the bass line
and drum tumbao precede the downbeat of a measure by a half-beat.
- Son does not refer to a specific formal or uniform musical structure but describes a particular
, sound and instrumentation characterized by a unique feeling, or to use a jazz term, "groove".
- Originated from rural districts of Cuba as a way to entertain at informal gatherings. Mix of
Spanish, indigenous, and African traditions.
Santeria
Religion that mixes elements of African beliefs with Christianity. Often talked about in music in
the Caribbean since ceremony traditions would often involve music. Cantos y toques dedicated
to orishas
Francisco Aguabella
Played the drums. We watched a documentary about him and his career in LA and NY. He
would often play all day at ceremonies in places like the comparsa carnaval, +12 hours
performing. Deep connection of music and spirituality. Also played with Carlos Santana.
Carlos Santana
- Represents, along with the California bands in general, the bimusical and bicultural character
- Made international radio hit recordings, became standard arrangements in the Latin music
repertoire
Bungas
- Afro-Cuban percussion instrument
- Essential in genres like son, salsa, Latin Jazz
Tres
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Rumba
A rhythmic dance with Spanish and African elements, originating in Cuba
Habanera
- Cuban dance music genre
- First Cuban style to strongly influence music in the U.S and was probably the most influential
style throughout the Americas. The most salient rhythmic feature of the habanera is its bass
configuration.
W.C Handy
New Orleans blues composer and innovator. Toured Cuba and brought over musical ideas and
practices that are seen in his piece St. Louis Blues, which incorporated the habanera rhythm in
the middle of its three sections.
Saint Louis Blues
Cuban Habanera written by W.C Handy
Son
- Utilized Afro-Cuban rhythmic concepts such as the anticipated bassin, in which the bass line
and drum tumbao precede the downbeat of a measure by a half-beat.
- Son does not refer to a specific formal or uniform musical structure but describes a particular
, sound and instrumentation characterized by a unique feeling, or to use a jazz term, "groove".
- Originated from rural districts of Cuba as a way to entertain at informal gatherings. Mix of
Spanish, indigenous, and African traditions.
Santeria
Religion that mixes elements of African beliefs with Christianity. Often talked about in music in
the Caribbean since ceremony traditions would often involve music. Cantos y toques dedicated
to orishas
Francisco Aguabella
Played the drums. We watched a documentary about him and his career in LA and NY. He
would often play all day at ceremonies in places like the comparsa carnaval, +12 hours
performing. Deep connection of music and spirituality. Also played with Carlos Santana.
Carlos Santana
- Represents, along with the California bands in general, the bimusical and bicultural character
- Made international radio hit recordings, became standard arrangements in the Latin music
repertoire
Bungas
- Afro-Cuban percussion instrument
- Essential in genres like son, salsa, Latin Jazz
Tres
