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A music of the Caribbean is a diverse grouping of musical genres. It is from each one syntheses of African, European, Indian and native influences. A select few of the styles to benefit wide popularity outside of the Caribbean include reggae, zouk, salsa and calypso.
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Sin Palabras Havana-based group combines techno and timba. Provides biographies of band members, music clips, and tour reports. Primarily in English, with some Spanish, French, Dutch, and German. Timba.com International group of contributors providing news, links, and samples of all styles of Cuban music. Primarily in English with some Spanish. Cuba and Its Music Student report on the nation's musical heritage in both traditional and popular genres. Includes geographical, political, religious, and historical background. Guantanamera Lyrics based on a poem by Jose Martí. The Los Primos Project Canadian nonprofit facilitates music education, exchanges, and instrument donations in Cuba and in the Maritime Provinces. Includes descriptions of projects and history of performances. Send a Piana to Havana US group sends refurbished pianos to Cuban schools, trains local piano tuners, and provides tools and supplies. About Cuban Music Annotated collection of website links, covering classical, salsa, and son. Amadito Valdés Biography and sound clips of timbales (kettle drums) player. [English/Spanish/French] Sonidos de las Américas: Cuba Essays on the development of concert music, including sources and influences. |
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