Music is probably the most important aspect of Cuba's popular culture. Cuban music combines Spanish and African influences. Typical music styles include charanga, son, rumba, mambo, cha-cha-cha, and danzon. From a blend of these rhythms evolved salsa which literally means "sauce." Celia Cruz, known all over the world as the Queen of Salsa, began her career in Havana in the late 1940s with a group named Sonora Matanzera. In addition to traditional music, Cubans teenagers enjoy rock and roll, both Cuban and American versions.
Grandma Anna, "Musico popular! Cubans are very happy and they love to dance and have a good time. They love to party at anytime of the day."
"We love music. At any party you will hear music and probably see us dancing. It is a big part of our culture. Everyone has rhythm, we believe."-Nelson
"Music is big in our culture. Most Cubans are big salsa dancers."-Diana
Grandma Anna, "Musico popular! Cubans are very happy and they love to dance and have a good time. They love to party at anytime of the day."
"We love music. At any party you will hear music and probably see us dancing. It is a big part of our culture. Everyone has rhythm, we believe."-Nelson
"Music is big in our culture. Most Cubans are big salsa dancers."-Diana