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Folk music—known as música folklórica or folklore in Spanish, from the English "folklore"—is a music genre that includes both traditional folk music and contemporary folk music, which emerged from the genre's 20th-century revival. Argentine folk music comes in many forms and has Indigenous, European, and African influences.
Learn about the history, styles and influences of folk music in Argentina, from tango to chamamé. Explore the songs, artists and festivals of this diverse and rich musical culture.
Learn about the history and diversity of Argentinian folk music, from indigenous and European influences to tango and rock. Discover the most popular folk genres, instruments, and festivals of this South American country.
Mar 9, 2014 · The traditional music of Argentina includes a variety genres. Folk music (called música folklórica or folklore in Spanish) comes in many forms, developed in different parts of Argentina with...
Headed up by musicians Mercedes Sosa, Armando Tejado Gomez, Toto Francia, Oscar Matus and others, the self-described ‘literary-musical’ movement sought to bring together the different types of popular Argentine music.
Curious about the music of Argentina? Wonder how indigenous rhythms merged with Spanish melodies to create tango? Interested in the influence of politics, religion, and globalization on Argentina’s music? This article explores Argentina’s musical journey, from its ancient roots to modern trends.
The historical evolution was shaping four large regions in folkloric music of Argentina: the Cordoba - Northwest, the Cuyo, the Littoral and the southern Pampa - Patagonian, at the same time influenced by, and influential in, the musical cultures of the bordering countries: Bolivia, southern Brazil, Chile, Paraguay and Uruguay.
