What Are the Top 11 Traditional Instruments Used in Latin America?
Jan 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.
10 Best Songs Inspired By The Caribbean | Sounds and Colours
Aug 13, 2021 · Many modern artists have released songs which are heavily influenced by Caribbean culture and music. Given below are some songs inspired by the Caribbean. 1. Work By Rihanna ft. Drake. Work is Rihanna’s fourteenth number 1 single and part of her eighth studio album ‘Anti’ which was released in 2016. It topped the Billboard Hot 100 Chart ...
How Pixar’s ‘Coco’ Embraced Mexican Culture to Become a Smash …
Dec 4, 2017 · Pixar’s latest animated film Coco is their latest offering to become an absolute sensation. Their long planned Day of the Dead inspired film features stunning visuals, colourful animation, vibrant music and a heartfelt story that honours the importance of family and traditions. Coco has received a fantastic reception from critics and audiences alike, particularly thanks to …
A Musical Journey Through Cumbia - Sounds and Colours
Dec 5, 2011 · Cumbia sonidera is a musical style that was created by Mexico City DJs during the 90s. It is a variant of cumbia, that is unique for its identifiable melodic organ and guacharaca (a percussive instrument made out of palm tree material). To an extent, cumbia sonidera presents an underlying celebration of the original cumbia groups of 70s.
The History and Impact of Latin American Music
Nov 20, 2019 · Latin American music originated as a result of a complicated social and cultural process that started with Columbus’s arrival to the continent centuries ago. When that happened, everything changed, and indigenous cultures started getting foreign influences. True, before Europeans came, there were local forms of music and dedicated instruments ...
The Best Carnival Songs (A Youtube Playlist) - Sounds and Colours
Feb 1, 2013 · Jorge Drexler “Cái Creo Que Caí”. We’re actually going to drift away from Latin America for a moment as this song is extremely topical. “Cái Creo Que Caí” is a song composed by Uruguay’s Jorge Drexler for the 2013 Cadiz carnival in Spain. While it has a slight influence of candombe, a rhythm which is hugely popular in Montevideo ...
What Makes Latin America’s Culture Unique - Sounds and Colours
Sep 3, 2020 · Dance is not just a means of entertainment here, but it is Latin Americans’ identity and shows social harmony. Mambo, tango, salsa, and rumba are the development of Latin American culture. 6. People Are Very Polite. Now some of you may see this as not a new thing, but you will see the difference when we explain it.
How Caribbean Music Influences Other Cultures And Art Forms
Sep 30, 2021 · Other Caribbean Art Forms. The indigenous tribes of the Caribbean region used to express themselves using body painting and rock art. Centuries later, contemporary artists in the area chose to focus on ‘naif’ or naive painting. This unique style uses bright colors and candid expressions, although surrealism is another famous art form.
The Making of The Flawless Elis & Tom in Restored 4K
Nov 4, 2023 · The Making of The Flawless Elis & Tom in Restored 4K. By Oleno Netto 04 November, 2023. The documentary film Elis & Tom (2022, in Portuguese: Elis & Tom – Só Tinha De Ser Com Você) follows the making of a landmark album in Brazilian music by Elis Regina and Antônio Carlos “Tom” Jobim. Rare 16mm images filmed during the recording of the ...
The Top 5 Musical Instruments of Latin America
Jan 17, 2020 · El Tres (String Instrument) A Tres is a musical instrument of the Cuban origin. As stated by Sound Buttons Lab the instrument is of the string family and resembles a Spanish guitar. The most used type of this instrument is the one having six strings. The resemblance with that of a Cuban sound makes is best for playing in Afro-Cuban Genres.