(Prensa Latina – Cumbancha) Havana, Cuba – The Havana municipality of Bejucal
hosted the 4th Workshop on Rumba and Conga Charanguera, which was aimed at
rescuing and spreading the most genuine values of those genres of Cuban popular
music. Renowned researchers participated in the meeting, as well as some of the
most genuine players of those genres, including Tata Güines and Roberto Pérez (Yeyo),
director of the legendary group Tambores de Bejucal. Participants were
especially interested in a lecture given by musicologist Elio Orovio about the
origin, development and influence of Rumba in Cuban music.
Author: Angel Romero
Angel Romero y Ruiz has dedicated his life to musical exploration. His efforts included the creation of two online portals, worldmusiccentral.org and musicasdelmundo.com. In addition, Angel is the co-founder of the Transglobal World Music Chart, a panel of world music DJs and writers that celebrates global sounds. Furthermore, he delved into the record business, producing world music studio albums and compilations. His works have appeared on Alula Records, Ellipsis Arts, Indígena Records and Music of the World.
