Cuba and Colombia Through Music: Son, Salsa and the Marímbula
A musicologist’s guide to the musical bridge between Cuba and Colombia, from the marímbula and son palenquero to salsa, cumbia and Cali.
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Brazilian Music Genres: A Musicologist’s Guide to Samba, Bossa Nova, Maracatu and More
I map Brazilian music genres through Rio, Salvador and Recife, with close attention to instruments, timing, vocal delivery and the communities behind each form.
Cartagena and San Basilio de Palenque: Stories of Freedom and Cultural Legacy
Cartagena de Indias celebrates its 492 anniversary this year. A good time to look closer at the…
Discovering Buenaventura: Colombia’s Pacific Coast
When most travelers think of Colombia, they often picture the bustling cities of Bogotá or Medellín,…
Afro-Colombian Day: Resistance, Cultural Memory and a Living Legacy
On May 21, Colombia commemorates Afro-Colombian Day, marking the official abolition of slavery in 1851. It…
Cartagena Beyond the Walls: Exploring the City’s African Roots and Rhythms
Cartagena isn’t just a beautiful destination. Its streets carry the history of a country shaped by…
