Maraca
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A maraca, sometimes called shaker or chac-chac, is a rattle which appears in many genres of Caribbean and Latin music. It is shaken by a handle and usually played as part of a pair. A maraca player in
Robert Plant playing two pairs of maracas
Guarani shaman holding cross and maraca
A maraca used by the knights of Toritos de Chichicastenango, danced for the feast of Saint Thomas, around 21 December. Each maraca is unique and made specially for each year
Bomba (Puerto Rico)
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Bomba is an umbrella term that refers to a variety of musical styles and associated dances originating in Puerto Rico. It was developed during the 17th century by enslaved Africans and their descendan
Bomba dancer and drummers
Bomba dance in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico
Bomba drummers and dancer
Barril de Cuña