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Martha Elena

Martha Elena has been played on NTS in shows including Luis Alvarado, featured first on 14 July 2024. Songs played include El Acutecu.

Great Afro-Peruvian (Festejo) Music Singer.

Festejo (from Spanish 'fiesta') is a festive form of music. It can be seen as a celebration of Perú's independence and the emancipation of slaves, or as an attempt to reinvent diaspora African music without reference to slavery. Composers of all races have contributed to the development of festejo repertoire. Its origins are in a competitive circle dance performed by men playing cajónes. Nowadays, people of all ages and races participate in a witty dance accompanying the festejo.

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El Acutecu
Martha Elena
FTA1981
El Acutecu
Martha ElenaFTA1981
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