Rumba
Definitions
A slow-paced Cuban partner dance in 4:4 time.
Equivalents
Examples
“The music of Cuba has had a worldwide influence⟳ on forms of song and dance⟳. René Buch who conceived and directed a musical “collage” called “¡Habana!” at the Repertorio Español on East 27th Street, points out the influence⟳ on Spain, for example, which received ‘habaneras’ and ‘contradanzas’ from Cuba; in this century, in the 1920's, the “rumba” and such songs as “El Manisero” and “Siboney” made their way north to become⟳ part of United States culture.”
CEFR level
C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
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