Also, a presentation of one of the possible ways in which the music from one root could have influence on another root and its resulting mixture. That is, Sotavento will play a song with indigenous character, will then mix it with european elements, and ultimately intermingle the african element. All of this is done in a very interactive manner with the audience. Very educational and fun. A look at the movement in its historical, sociological and cultural context, the development of the music itself, Sotavento s contribution to the movement and the future of New Song.
Narration is intermingled with songs and instrumental pieces.
Instruments of the Andes. In depth descriptions of the many instruments of the Andean or Altiplano region, such as the quena, quenacho, tarkas, sikus, bombo, chajchas, charango, etc. Sotavento will demonstrate the usage of these instruments in the traditional musical styles of Bolivia, Ecuador, Peru and Chile. Latin American Percussion. An overview of percussion instruments and rhythms played throughout Latin America, from the Argentinean zamba to the bomba and plena of Puerto Rico.