Lalaleo
(plural lalaleos) refers to the repeated singing of a "la" syllable.
Purpose of lalaleo in rumba:
- Fills space between verses or in call-and-response moments.
- Enhances rhythm without using semantic lyrics.
- Often performed by the lead singer (sonero) or other vocalists during instrumental breaks.
- Adds emotional flair, vocal improvisation, and connects with African-rooted oral traditions.
In yambú specifically:
- Yambú is known as the "old people's rumba", danced slowly and sensually.
- Lalaleos in yambú are often softer and more lyrical compared to more upbeat rumbas like guaguancó.
- They contribute to the gentle, intimate feel of yambú, reinforcing its subtle rhythmic complexity.
lalaleo">Wiktionary
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.
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- Oldest of all, Late 1800s
- Clave blanco (Son clave used in yambu)
- Originated in urban areas of Matanzas and Havana
- Not related to religion
- A form of collective culture
Lees meer >(plural lalaleos) refers to the repeated singing of a "la" syllable.
Lees meer >The dance involves a flirtatious "chase" between a male and female dancer, with the male attempting a symbolic pelvic thrust called the vacunao,
and the female using body movements to evade or accept it.
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