andean music and dance - Search
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  1. Instruments

    The panpipes group include the sikú (or zampoña) and Antara. These are ancient indigenous instruments that vary in size, tuning, and style. Instruments in this group are constructed from aquatic reeds found in many lake… See more

    Modern history

    The twentieth century saw drastic changes in Andean society and culture. Bolivia, for example, saw a nationalistic revolution in 1952, leading to increased rights and social awareness for natives. The new governmen… See more

    Genres and relationships to other musical styles

    Carnavalito
    Diablada - from Bolivia
    Morenada - From southern Peru and western Bolivia.
    Tinku - Originated from the ritual of violent sacrifice to the mother earth to ensure the best look, good fortune and the prosper… See more

    Other notable groups and artists
    Kizdar net | Kizdar net | Кыздар Нет