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A percussion instrument, originally made of gourds filled with dry seeds
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∙ 14y agoyes, maracas is an instrument. i believe it is from Mexico and it provides the beat/rhythm
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∙ 9y agoYes, maracas are generally thought of as being Mexican. However, they can be used throughout Latin America, are classified as an idiophone.
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∙ 12y agono they are latin American
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∙ 14y agoyes they do
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Maracas are not mexican, they are from Africa, found also in Indian tribes (according to Wikipedia: Maraca ). What is an African instrument doing in mexican folkoric music? Art from southern states like Veracruz is distinguished by a strong African influence.
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Were were the maracas made?
It is not clear when maracas were invented. However, there is proof that they were used about 1500 year ago in Columbia.
What purposes were maracas used for?
because they just were hahahahah
What do maracas have inside them?
Maracas have rice or regular beans in them and sometimes special maracas have salt or sand in them.
Who are some legends of the maracas?
the white goddess magically makes a pair of maracas and so became maracas
Why were maracas created?
Maracas are musical instruments essential to Latin and South American orchestras and bands. Mareacas were first created and used by native Indians in Puerto Rico. Maracas in Puerto Rico were made from the fruit of the Higuera tree.
'maracas' are a musical instrument in what country?
Spain
What is the maracas in level up?
The maracas are called the Ben-Harisam Maracas of Metro. They are used to open a portal to the 1st crypt boss, the Goblin Chief.
Were were the maracas made?
It is not clear when maracas were invented. However, there is proof that they were used about 1500 year ago in Columbia.
Are the maracas still used today?
yes!
What purposes were maracas used for?
because they just were hahahahah
Who created the maracas?
Maracas are percussion instruments, and can be compared to rattles. They were invented by Native Americans in Puerto Rico.
What do they call maracas in Africa?
maracas
What is the name of the shakers used by Xavier Cugat's band?
maracas
Are maracas instruments?
Maracas are a percussion instrument.
What do maracas have inside them?
Maracas have rice or regular beans in them and sometimes special maracas have salt or sand in them.
Who are some legends of the maracas?
the white goddess magically makes a pair of maracas and so became maracas
What is a Filipino maracas?
A Filipino maracas, also known as "marakas," is a traditional percussion instrument made from dried gourd shells that are filled with seeds or pebbles. When shaken, it produces a rattling sound used in Filipino folk music and dances.
