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Cumbia Across Generations
- Cumbia music resonated with Felix Contreras's youth in Argentina and Jasmine Garsd's parents in 1960s Mexico.
- This illustrates cumbia's widespread popularity across Latin America and its endurance through generations.
Cumbia Origins
- Cumbia originated in the coastal regions of Colombia, featuring gaitas (flutes), tambora (drum), and maracas.
- Its signature shuffle step comes from enslaved people dancing with shackles.
Cumbia's Mexican Fusion
- Cumbia's arrival in Mexico in the 1940s led to its fusion with Musica Tropical, incorporating Cuban influences.
- This blend added horns, congas, and timbales, enriching cumbia's sound.