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Musically, the Dominican Republic is known for the creation of the musical style called merengue,:376-7 a type of lively, fast-paced rhythm and dance music consisting of a tempo of about 120 to 160 beats per minute (though it varies) based on musical elements like drums, brass, chorded instruments, and Accordion, as well as some elements unique to the Spanish-speaking Caribbean, such as the tambora and güira. Its syncopated beats use Latin percussion, brass instruments, bass, and piano or keyboard.
Bachata, a form of music and dance that originated in the countryside and rural marginal neighborhoods of the Dominican Republic, has become quite popular in recent years. Its subjects are often romantic; especially prevalent are tales of heartbreak and sadness. In fact, the original name for the genre was amargue ("bitterness", or "bitter music", or Blues Music), until the rather ambiguous (and mood-neutral) term bachata became popular. Bachata grew out of, and is still closely related to, the pan-Latin American romantic style called bolero.
Dominican rock is also popular. Many, if not the majority, of its performers are based in Santo Domingo and Santiago.
Particularly among the young, hip-hop/rap has been growing in popularity in recent years.
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Is bachata Mexican music?
No bachata originated from dominican republic
Are Lil Wayne parents are from the Dominican Republic?
Lil Wayne is said to be half Dominican and half black (or Nigerian). He reps his Dominican heritage at the end of one of his videos. So, yes, I would guess that one of his parents is from the Dominican Republic. Juelz Santana and Fabolous are also half dominican. There are many people of Latino heritage in the hip hop and music industry.
What are facts about bachata?
Bachata is a guitar music which originated in the Dominican Republic. It is now one of the most popular Latin dance styles internationally.
Where does bachata comes from?
The dance orgininated from the Dominican republic. the link below has more information.
Is Kat De Luna a Philippine?
no. she is from the dominican republic.
do you know about which is the best music video in Dominican Republic?
Engel Montaz - Pilita (Video Lyrics Official ) is the best music in Dominican Republic
Is bachata Mexican music?
No bachata originated from dominican republic
Who sings merengue?
Merengue is a type of music and dance from the Dominican Republic & Eduardo Brito became the first to sing the Dominican national music.
What is some music in the dominican republic?
bachata, merengue, reggaeton, salsa.
Dominican Republic culture?
Culture in the Dominican Republic consists of specific types of music, art, and food. The country is predominantly Catholic, and their holidays revolve around their religion.
Santo domingo is the capitol of what country?
Republica Domincana or in English "The Dominican Republic".
Who established the dominican republic?
The Dominican Republic attained independence in 1844.
What is the nickname for the Dominican Republic?
"Quisqueya" is a nickname for Dominican Republic.
What is a bachatero?
A bachatero is a singer of bachata music, a style of music originating in the Dominican Republic, often with romantic themes.
What instruments does Dominican Republic use to play there music?
Drums, guitar, accordion, and guira.
What are the two countries on Hispaniola?
The island of hispaniola is made up from Haiti and the Dominican Republic
What is the population in dominican republic today?
The Dominican Republic has 10.65 million people.
