Music

Definition of malambo

Malambo is a dance that is part of Argentine folklore. It is a type of dance that men perform, characterized by tapping. Instrumental songs Emerging around the 18th century in the Pampas plain, the malambo is musicalized with a guitar and a percussion instrument known as a bass drum […]

Definition of tetrad

The notion of tetrad refers to a series of four elements that are related to each other. It is a group of four components that maintain a link. Some examples Although its meaning is easy to understand, its use is not common in popular language. For this reason, we present three examples to see […]

Definition of revelry

The notion of jarana has different uses depending on the region. The first meaning mentioned by the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE) in its dictionary refers to fun or merriment that includes commotion and bustle. Some examples We propose three example sentences to see the term in context: “Tonight there will be revelry in the house […]

Definition of joropo

The joropo is a dance and musical genre typical of Venezuela that, over time, spread to neighboring nations. Depending on the region, it acquires different characteristics and contemplates different figures. Before moving forward, it is important to mention that the notion of joropo can also refer to a party or domestic celebration. However, […]

Definition of cantiga

The poetic work that, in ancient times, was intended for singing is known as cantiga. The term can also be mentioned as cántiga, with an accent on the first A, according to the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE) in its dictionary. Medieval poetry A cantiga or cántiga, therefore, was a poetry that was sung in […]

Definition of coryphaeus

Coryphaeus is a term that comes from the Latin word coryphaeus, in turn from the Greek koryphaîos. According to etymology, the term refers to the leader of a choir. Leader of the chorus In a Greek tragedy, therefore, the choryphaeus is the one who leads the chorus. The concept derives from what was happening in […]

Definition of syncopation

The Greek word synkopḗ came into late Latin as syncŏpa. That is the closest etymological antecedent of the term syncopation, which has several uses. In music In the field of music, syncopation is called a link that is established between two equal sounds: the first is located in the weak part or time […]

Definition of idiophone

An idiophone is a musical instrument whose sound is generated through the vibration of its primary material. This means that idiophones sound when your body vibrates, without the need for membranes or strings to vibrate. Elastic body For an idiophone to emit sound, its body must have the elasticity […]

Definition of doxology

Doxology is a formula used to praise God. This is a property that theological language must demonstrate to glorify divinity in an authentic way. Major Doxology The hymn that, in the Catholic liturgy, allows the Holy Trinity to be exalted is known as the major doxology. This hymn, called […]

Definition of ethnomusicology

Ethnomusicology is a scientific discipline that is dedicated to studying music in its historical, social and cultural context. This means that it does not consider isolated compositions or the physical characteristics of sound, but rather analyzes creations as manifestations of human beings in a specific framework. It is often stated that ethnomusicology is the […]