Stylistic origins Southern Spanish folk, Basque folk, European Waltz Cultural origins 19th and 20th centuries in the Andean Region of Colombia Typical instruments Tiple, Guitar, Bandola, Piano, Requinto and Vocals | ||
Bambuco is a traditional music genre originated from Colombia. It has a beat structure similar to the European waltz or polska (not to be confused with the polka). Typically a bambuco piece is a folk music song accompanied by a stylized group dance in either a 6/8 or 3/4 meter.
Bambuco took a cultural foothold in the Andean region of Colombia and has spread in popularity throughout Latin America. The Festival Folclórico y Reinado Nacional del Bambuco in Neiva is a festival celebrating bambuco music.
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