Guaguancó
The dance involves a flirtatious "chase" between a male and female dancer, with the male attempting a symbolic pelvic thrust called the vacunao,
and the female using body movements to evade or accept it.
- subgenre of cuban rumba
- lively percussion of conga drums (especially quinto), claves, and vocals
- Vacunao
- call-and-response singing
- Expressive dance. Originating in Afro-Cuban communities.
🥁 Structure of a Classic Guaguancó:
- Diana – vocal intro
- Verso (décima) – the main sung verse
- Montuno – call-and-response chorus section
Guaguancó blends African rhythms with Cuban culture and has influenced salsa and other Latin music styles.
The largo, canto, or verse, is where the lead vocalist sings the main lyrical content of the song.
In Timba, the canto often contains a narrative or thematic element and is supported by the rhythm section and background vocals.
Lees meer >Introducción
This is the opening section of the song, which sets the mood and introduces the musical motifs.
It often features a horn section and can include elements from the song's main themes.
Rumba
Cuban rumba is an Afro-Cuban music and dance genre characterized by complex rhythms, call-and-response vocals, and expressive, often flirtatious movements, rooted in African and Spanish traditions.
