The Rough Guide to Cuban Music

by Philip Sweeney and Annabeth Albert

Book Overview

Cuba is home to some of the world's most vibrant popular music in the world, from son and rumba to salsa and chachacha. The Rough Guide to Cuban Music introduces the full range of Cuba's varied... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1858287618
• ISBN13: 9781858287614
• Release Date: August 2001
• Publisher: Rough Guides
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 0.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 4.1" x 5.6"

Customer Reviews

Great Guide in Your Pocket

Plilip Sweeny takes us on a journey through Cuba's rich musical heritage. In this compact edition, the reader is introduced to the major musical elements and artists that contributed to the development of Cuba's contemporary music culture. In addition, this booklet is a great guide to the recordings that capture Cuba's musical traditions of Rumba, Son, Bolero, Trova, and the music that emerged throughout the 20th century. This is guide is a must have for the enthusiast of Cuban music.