Cumbia Colombiana

What do you think? “When the drumbeat cries out in celebration, it radiates deep history and tradition from the banks of the Magdalena River in Colombia. The sound of the flute pierces the air like the call of an exotic bird and emits excitement of which every Colombian feels, either at home or abroad when he or she hears the exquisite melodies of Cumbia”

Cumbia Cumbia is one of the most melodic representative expressions of Colombia. It brings together three cultures -  African, Indigenous and European. The African influence gives the rhythm of the drums while the Indigenous based flute blends in the melody. The European influence  provides some variations in the melodies, choreography and costumes of the dancers.

In Mexico, as in several Latin American countries, Colombian Cumbia has received acceptance on a large scale. There are many musical groups that have now recorded Cumbia. However, these compositions and performances are a far cry from the original musical melodies and incorporate non-traditional instruments.

How was Cumbia born? Cumbia is a music genre popular throughout Latin America. The Cumbia originated in Colombia's Caribbean coastal region and Panama, from the musical and cultural fusion of Native Colombians and Panamanians, slaves brought from Africa, and the Spanish during colonial times in the old country of Pocabuy, which is located in Colombia's Momposina Depression and in the northeast of Panama, in the ancient palenques of the Congo nation.

But… where is Colombia located?

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