Afro-Latin

American
Music
Presented by: Group 1
Afro-Latin
American
Music
Afro-Latin American music encompasses a
rich and diverse cultural heritage existing
in hundreds of different languages. It has
always played a significant role in the
daily life of Africans and is deeply
intertwined with religious expression and
political events. Let's explore the
fascinating world of Afro-Latin American
music.
Traditional African Music
1 Rich Cultural Heritage
African music is deeply rooted in diverse cultural
traditions, stemming from hundreds of different languages.

2 Functional and Ceremonial

Traditional African music serves various functions in
ceremonial rites, such as birth, death, marriage, worship,
and spirit invocations.
3 Call and Response Technique
One of the distinctive techniques in African music is the
call and response, where a leader sings a phrase and is
followed and answered by a group of singers.
Afrobeat
Afrobeat is a genre that
blends elements of West
African music with black
American music, creating
a vibrant fusion of rhythms
and melodies.
 Apala
Yoruba Tribal Style
Apala is a musical genre
originating from Nigeria,
specifically the Yoruba tribal
style. It is often performed to
wake up worshippers during
the Muslim holy feast of
Ramadan.
Instrumentation
Apala music typically
involves traditional
instruments such as the rattle
(sekere), thumb piano
(agidigbo), bell (agogo), and
two or three talking drums.
Axe
Origin Salvador, Bahia, Brazil
Influences Marcha, Reggae, Calypso

Description Axe is a popular musical genre that

fuses Afro-Caribbean styles such as
marcha, reggae, and calypso. It is
primarily played by carnival bands.
Jit
Fast and Percussive
Jit is a Zimbabwean dance music known for its fast and
percussive rhythms. It features drums and guitar
accompaniment influenced by mbira-based guitar styles.
Jive
1 Vibrant South African Music
Jive is a popular form of South African music distinguished by its
lively and uninhibited variation of the jitterbug dance, derived
from swing dance.
2 Rhythm and Expressiveness
Jive music emphasizes rhythm and encourages dancers to express
themselves freely, creating an exciting and energetic atmosphere.

3 Cultural Significance
Jive serves as a celebration of South African culture,
providing a platform for self-expression and
community connection.
Juju
Juju is a popular music style
from Nigeria that relies on
the traditional Yoruba
rhythm. It combines
Western instruments like the
drumkit, keyboard, pedal
steel guitar, and accordion
with traditional instruments
like the dun-dun (talking
drum).
 Kwasa Kwasa
Origin
Kwasa Kwasa dance style
originated in Zaire (now the
Democratic Republic of
Congo) in the late 1980s.
Popularization by Kanda
Bongo Man
Kwasa Kwasa became
widely popular through the
music of Kanda Bongo Man,
who introduced the pulsating
dance style characterized by
hip movements and arm
coordination.
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you for
listening!