TRADITIONAL SOUTH AMERICAN MUSIC Some traditional South American
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TRADITIONAL SOUTH AMERICAN MUSIC Some traditional South American instruments are: Conga Bandoneon Ocarina Pan Flute Claves Guiro Maracas
CONGA
BANDONEON
OCARINA
PAN FLUTE
CLAVES
GUIRO
MARACAS
PANDEIROS
BERIMBAU
FORM AND UTILIZATION OF TRADITIONAL SOUTH AMERICAN MUSIC Traditional South American music was, and still is, used as a backdrop for dances and theatrical performances. Performances such as Carnavalito, Tinku, and Diablada all focus on festivities and dances. Because of the dance-focused purpose of traditional South American music, much of the music is very rhythmic. Some places, such as Puerto Rico, utilize strict forms such as the danzas. These open up with an eight measure paseo, followed by three themes, each with sixteen measures.
MELODY IN TRADITIONAL SOUTH AMERICAN MUSIC Melody is generally played by one instrument, while the others provide a rhythmic feeling and energy for the audience. Melody is usually played on something such as the pan flute, which is one of the most common instruments in traditional South American music.
METER AND SOCIAL CONTEXT OF TRADITIONAL SOUTH AMERICAN MUSIC Music originating from South America is divided into three vastly different categories: Indigenous traditional European-Derived African-Inspired
EXAMPLES OF DANCES ORIGINATING FROM SOUTH AMERICA Argentine Tango. This style of both dance and music is passionate , and often represents a romantic feud. Brazilian Samba. This type of music incites festive dances. While no fixed dance is associated with it, the music embodies the spirit of dance in general. Brazilian Capoeira. A fluid style of music which is typically more laid back, and not for the same sort of dancing as the other two examples.
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