Music in Argentina

Nueva Canción- In the 50’s and 60’s this musical movement became extremely popular. The music was influenced by Cueca, latin american folk music, and parts of British rock. The music usually talked about the political problems of the 70’s. The harsh leadership during the 70’s caused the public to really connect with the lyrics of the songs and have unity despite political hardships.

Folk Music- Folk music in argentina is influenced by many different cultures but mostly by indigenous and European influences. This genre was revived in 1950 by Los Chalchaleros, Los Fronterizos, and Ábalos brothers. The Cosquin National Folklore Festival is an annual event in Argentina were many musicians gather.

Cuarteto- This form of music was made in Corbata. This music and dance was derived from Italian and Spanish dance ensembles. Some famous artists are Cuarteto Leo, Carlos Mona Jiménez, and Walter Olmos.

Cumbia- This popular genre of music is from the Caribbean coast of Colombia and Panama. It started when the African slaves practices a courtship dance that was then infused with African and European music and instruments. The Cumbia is a more popular than the salsa in many regions around the Andes.

Chacarera- This genre was created in Argentina. Thought the exact roots of Chacarera are unknown, it is often referred to as the rural form of Tango. This genre is considered to be a “back to the roots” genre of music, that symbolizes nationalism in Argentina.

Tango- One of the most well known forms of dance from Latin America, it is considered to be the closest form to the original Argentine, Chilean, and Uruguayan dance. This dance form is still common today. In 2009 the tango was declared part of the world's "intangible cultural heritage" by UNESCO. This music and dance form is still common today.