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Luis Alvarado: Afro-Peruvian Rhythms

Lima, 14.07.24

Afro-Peruvian music portrays a memory of the experiences of African communities that arrived in Peru during the colonial era. The blend of musical traditions (Spanish and indigenous) resulted in new dance styles such as landó, festejo, and hatajo, always supported by a percussion base, where the use of the cajón, quijada, or zapateo stands out.

Over time, it incorporated instruments and rhythms from the Afro-Cuban tradition. Afro-Peruvian music has had many prominent artists, and its influence can be seen in other musical genres (jazz, rock, or electronic music). This selection showcases the musical richness of its rhythms.

Tracklist

  • 0:00:10
    Nicomedes Santa Cruz 
    Ritmos Negros Del Peru
  • 0:06:00
    Chocolate 
    Añi-Añi Manola
  • 0:15:52
    PERÚ NEGRO
    Afro
  • LUCILA CAMPOS & CONJUNTO DE CHOCOLATE Y SU ELEGGUA
    Tuve Cobando
  • VICTORIA SANTA CRUZ
    Pa’ Gozar Con El Ritmo Del Tambó
  • Martha Elena 
    El Acutecu
  • Abelardo Vásquez 
    La Negra Panchita - Camote Asao
  • Los Hermanos Ballumbrosio 
    Hatajo De Negritos
  • Caitro Soto 
    A Saca’ Camote
  • Marcos Napa Ormeño
    Festejo Candela
  • Perkutao 
    Descarga Perkutao - Jolgorio
  • Hermanos Santa Cruz
    Eribo Maka Maka
  • CAMBALACHE NEGRO
    Sinfonía Negra
  • Felix Casaverde
    Festejo 1900
  • Susana Baca 
    Molino Molero