Tres Dias - Havana d'Primera

Verse

The largo, canto, or verse, is where the lead vocalist sings the main lyrical content of the song. In Timba, the canto often contains a narrative or thematic element and is supported by the rhythm section and background vocals.

Verse

The largo, canto, or verse, is where the lead vocalist sings the main lyrical content of the song. In Timba, the canto often contains a narrative or thematic element and is supported by the rhythm section and background vocals.

Outro (Coda)

The conclusion of the song, which often mirrors the intro or brings the song to a close with a final statement by the band.

Introducción

This is the opening section of the song, which sets the mood and introduces the musical motifs. It often features a horn section and can include elements from the song's main themes.

Montuno

This section is characterized by a more open and interactive part of the song, where there is a dialogue between the vocals and the instrumentalists, leading to a more improvised feel. The montuno is typically built on repetitive piano and bass patterns and may include call-and-response singing.

Marcha arriba

The terms "marcha abajo" and "marcha arriba" describe different energy levels or sections within the montuno.

Cuban rumba

Cuban rumba is an Afro-Cuban music and dance genre characterized by complex rhythms, call-and-response vocals, and expressive, often flirtatious movements, rooted in African and Spanish traditions.

Havana

Cuban Dances Originating in Havana

Havana, the cultural heartbeat of Cuba, played a central role in the creation and evolution of several iconic Cuban dances. Some were born directly in the capital, while others were transformed there into the forms we know today.

Tres

Cuban guitar-like instrument with 3 pairs of strings used in son and changüí.