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Cuban Cha-Cha-Chá: The Rhythm That Conquered Dance Floors Worldwide
The history of cha-cha-chá, created by Enrique Jorrín in 1950s Cuba. From Havana to the world with Orquesta América and Aragón.
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Culture 6 min read
Danzón: Cuba's National Dance Born in Matanzas in 1879
The history of Cuban danzón, from Miguel Failde's Las Alturas de Simpson to its influence on mambo and cha-cha-chá.
Culture 6 min read
Danzón: Cuba's National Dance That Conquered the World
From Matanzas to the Latin Grammys: the history of danzón and how Orquesta Faílde keeps Miguel Faílde's legacy alive.