What kind of music is popular in Bolivia?

Answer 1

Bolivia is culturally linked to itsindigenous peoples. Although Bolivia was dominated by Spain and its culture, after independence, Bolivian music was largely based on European forms. In 1952, a revolution established nationalistic reforms granting increased social, cultural and political awareness for the Aymara and Quechua natives. The new government promoted native folklore by establishing a folklore department in the Ministry of Education.
The trend towards increased cultural awareness of native music, spirituality and art continued into the 1960s. Bolivia now has traditional music on CD's everywhere. Bolivian pipe musick can be fofund an many record stores.