Feel the authentic rhythm with your body! What is Latin American, the annual Latin music festival?
--A report on Latin travel and real-life experiences through "sounds" and "dances" of each country--
Hello everyone, this is logminami.
When you think of Latin American music, what do you think of? samba? Or is it a despacito that's been making these days?
Latin American music has many genres, and over time, its popularity has changed.
I participated in the first "Latin Americans (hereinafter referred to as Latteam)."What kind of performance was seen on the day?We will focus on the collection, with a sense of realism. As even those who are not familiar with Latin music can understand, we also include "listening/contemporary viewing/entertainment" from various countries. We will deliver the atmosphere as much as possible in Tokyo in winter, as you will be surrounded by the heat of South America, Central America and the Caribbean.
So here you go.
Table of Contents
What kind of event is Latin American?
- Places: Tokyo (Indoor hall + outdoor food area composition)
- season: Winter (estimated weekends from December to February)
- Contents: Live music, dance shows, workshops, merchandise sales, food booths, etc. by artists from various countries.
The venue is optimized for "spreading sound", and the appeal is that the genre changes all at once with each change.Acrobatic dance with a cup on your headThere was also a performance of the show, and the entire venue was thrilled. At the boothLatin recipe bookletIt was fun to be able to travel not only with sounds but also with stomachs.
First off, the best introduction: Latin music has different characters depending on the "country and city"
Latin music isCountry by country,moreoverEven in the same country, regions and citiesThe atmosphere changes drastically. If you have a rough feeling about the map, you'll be able to enjoy the performance on the day in a much more three-dimensional way.
- Caribbean (Cuba/Puerto Rico/Dominican Republic, etc.): There are many "dance-like" styles that bring out brass and percussion to the foreground. Salsa, meringue, bachata, reggaeton, etc.
- Andes to Northwest South America (Colombia/Venezuela/Peru/Bolivia): The flutes and strings are useful, and there are also many ethnic colours. Cumbia, Hollopo, Marinera, Capolales, etc.
- South and South America (Argentina/Uruguay/Chile): The home of tangos where bandoneons squeal. Other deep-fried folklores include Kueka and Chacarella.
- Brazil: Samba, Bossa Nova, Shoro, Foho... a treasure trove of genres. When the percussion squad enters, the atmosphere instantly turns into a carnival.
Country Guide:A quick guide to grasp the "personality" of sound and dance
Cuba
- music: Son/Salsa/Rumba
- musical instrument: Conga, Bongo, Timbales, Tress (double string guitar)
- Dance features:**Salsa (casino)is calledThere are many turn (turns)**,Pair breathingIs life. Song is cool and stylish.
- My highlights: When the horn enters, it suddenly gives off a city-like intonation."Pick up → Clave"It's easier to ride when you feel the (tat, tat, tat) with your body.
Puerto Rico
- music:salsa,Regaiton
- dance: There are many club-like atmospheres,The rhythm of the hips and kneesIt feels good.
- The highlights to listen to: PercussionFine textureand rap/call & response.shoutThe correct answer is not hesitate to reply.
Dominican Republic
- music:Meringue/Bachatta
- dance: MeringueLeft and right stepsThe lightness of the bachata isWeight transfer and hip swingThe key is.
- Highlights:**Cheers erupt when the bachata lifts** or dips enter. Depending on the song, it can become a romantic world.
Mexico
- music:Mariachi, Norteño, banda
- musical instrument: Gitalon, Vihuela, Violin, Trumpet
- dance:Handkerchiefs and hatsDance usingInteraction between men and womenIt's heartwarming.
- Highlights:Chorus partAnd the audience was united. The trumpet resonates in the venueGolden soundis exceptional.
Colombia
- music:Kumbia, Valenato, Champetta
- musical instrument: Gaita (vertical flute), Alegre (drum), Accordion
- dance:Dance in circlesThe formation is fun.Rhythm from the waist downIt feels like it's etched.
- Impressions of the day:A simple drum and flute interplayIt's comfortable and my body sways involuntarily. The audience naturallyringIt's good to be.
Venezuela
- music:Hollowpo
- musical instrument:Alpa (harp),Quattro(Small guitar), Maracas
- dance:Fine and fast foot movement. The running accompaniment of string instruments is refreshing.
- The highlights to listen to: Harp'sFlowing dispersed chordsAnd Maracas'sPrecision chopping.
Peru
- Music/Dance:Marinella, Waino, Festeho
- dance:A love with a handkerchiefThe actions ofUpper body postureis beautiful.
- Highlights: CostumeHem shaveand,Eye-based tactics. There is a "story" from the edge of the stage to the edge.
Bolivia
- Music/Dance:Capolales, Tink
- dance: Decorative costumes andA dynamic step. The metal fittings of the bootsShallowEven the sound of the sound is produced.
- Highlights:A row movementshouted. When the formation is decided beautifully, you get goosebumps.
Chile
- Music/Dance:Queka
- dance:Wound a handkerchief while wavingMen and women draw circles. The foot step (Zapateo)A sense of rhythmIt's a bit chilly.
- The highlights to listen to: Guitar and songCall & Response. A genre that will make you realize the more you watch it.
Argentina / Uruguay
- music:Tango/Uruguay isCandongbeIt's also famous
- dance: Tango isBetween frame and improvisationThat's the heart.The weight of a stepEnjoy.
- Highlights:BandoneonWhen the sad melody of the song entered, the atmosphere in the venue sinks a little further, and from thereexplosion.demonstrationIt's a sigh every time.
Brazil
- music:Samba/Bossa Nova/Foho
- musical instrument: Surdo, Tintin, Pandeiro, Cabaquinho
- dance: Samba isThe upper body is fluffy, the lower body is fine and quick. Foho isSnuggle closely togetherPair dance.
- Impressions of the day: When the percussion squad entersThe atmosphere changes completely.Pasista entranceThe starry look of the front of the group gathers at once.
Latte ame day report:It was in this order! My highlights
*The contents are mainly written down things that I actually saw and left an impression on me, and are written down in a way that is close to the order of my memory. It's been a while so if you've made a mistake, please let me know by secretly message.
- Opening brass x percussion (Caribbean)
From the startBass swell+Horn out. Applause erupted on the first turn, and the audience's shoulders shaking at once. - The circle of cumbia
Not just the front rowThe middle and back also naturally have a circleHe was born, and a smiley high-five between strangers.The feet are small and the upper body is relaxedThe trick is. - Tango Duo Showcase
The lights went down,A sound of bandoneonThe venue calms down. How to take the **time (ma)**,Foot slideI was shaking at the length of the - Samba percussion section + passista
Suru isDon, donEvery time I hit it, my heart beats.Clap is not the front bend, but the backYou can ride comfortably when you feel it. - Acrobatic dance with a cup on your head
A moment of tension,The cup does not fall even when rotating. The audience roared and cheered at the success of his technique.
*There are various countries and schools,Balanced performanceis sometimes seen at Latin festivals. - Mariachi's Choir Part
The trumpetHigh-swelling soundThe moment I put it out, it naturally occurred from the audience.Big chorus. I reaffirmed that Latin is a culture of **"sing OK."**.
A guide to "how to view and ride" that even first-time users can enjoy
- Salsa/Meringue:Walking extensionAnd it's OK. Imagine relaxing your knees and changing only where you place your feet.
- Bachata:4th stepA light tip(Small hips).Don't swing too muchIt's elegant.
- Kumbia:Movement of the center of gravity left and rightContinuously. The arm isBelow the shoulderIt's natural when you play rhythm.
- samba: The upper body is fluffy,My feet are wiggling at high speed. It's fun to clap at first, even if you just keep clapping.
- Tango: When you watchTrajectory at the feetandThe courage to stopPay attention to this.The sound gapHow you handle it will change your impression dramatically.
Dig deeper! "Even in the same country, this is different" trivia
- Cuban salsais calledTurn the pair into a circle called Rueda.There is a format,All the moves are shoutedThe appeal of this unity is the changeable feeling.
- Dominican meringueis calledHigh BPMWhile there is momentum,The steps are very simpleSo it's suitable for beginners.
- Argentinean tangois calledStrolling and expression for stage (show) and salon (social)It's different. The show also features lifts and bold kicks.
- Brazilian SambaAlsoThere is an Enhade (story), and thematic features of the formation and costumesIt resides in. Knowing it will deepen your "view."
- Mexican mariaciThere is a culture of **Serenata (Song Gift)**,Audience chorusThis is where it comes from that which naturally occurs.
"Which performance should I start watching?" Personal recommended ways to visit
- **Early: "thaw" your body with Caribbean (salsa/meringue)**
- Middle: Cumbia and FolkloreExperience the roots in
- Second half: Tango → SambainStillness and movementGet the contrast of
- **Last: Choral (Mariachi, etc.)** Integrated with the venue
If you turn in this order,Increases and decreases in physical strengthandThe wave of feelingsEasy to match,I can't lose concentration until the endIt was an impression.
I also got a recipe book!
I also got a rare Latin American recipe book! !
summary:Travel around the world with just music and dance
Latteam is the "accent" of sounds from each countryandIt was a rare festival where you can experience the "works"** of dance at once.
- SalsaThe rotation of the shoulders will relieve the strength of the shoulders,
- Kumbialaughing with strangers in circles,
- TangoTake a breath between
- sambaMy heartbeat rises with the beat.
In just one dayCrossing from the Caribbean to the South American continentI felt full like I had experienced it.
What's sad is that the next schedule is still undecided...
Next time I'll go and look for new encounters from different countries. If this Latin American event is back and you see it at the venue, feel free to contact us. ¡ If you say Hola!,¡ Hola! I will reply.
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Well then!
reference
- Programme pamphlet on the day
- "Latin Cuisine Recipe Booklet" distributed at the venue
- Introductory playlists for music in various countries (official best albums, compilations from prestigious labels, etc.)
- Japan-Dominican Republic Friendship and Friendship Associationis called
*The above are categories of what I obtained and confirmed when I participated, as well as general introductory materials. You can definitely find specific URLs and proper nouns by searching through the latest official information and streaming services.
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