rumba catalana
/ˈrum.bə kə.təˈla.nə/
CA
A traditional style of folk music and dance originating from Catalonia, Spain, characterized by Afro-Caribbean rhythms, guitar accompaniment, and upbeat tempo.
La rumba catalana és un gènere musical molt arrelat a la cultura catalana.
Rumba catalana is a musical genre deeply rooted in Catalan culture.
Etymology
The term 'rumba' comes from Cuban rumba, which was introduced to Catalonia in the early 20th century. It evolved locally to incorporate Catalan lyrics and musical traditions, becoming the distinct genre known as rumba catalana.
Memory Aid
Remember that 'catalana' refers to its origin in Catalonia, making this a Catalan variant of rumba music and dance.
Collocations
traditional rumba catalanarumba catalana concertrumba catalana guitar
Synonyms
Catalan rumba
Related Words
rumbaflamencocatalan folk musicguitar