Día de la Canción Criolla
On what date is Día de la Canción Criolla celebrated?
October 31st
She is the legendary voice behind “La Flor de la Canela”
Chabuca Granda
What wooden box-shaped percussion instrument is central to Afro-Peruvian music?
Cajón
What is the largest rainforest that Peru is a part of?
The Amazon Rainforest
What is the capital of Peru?
Lima
What genre of music does this day celebrate?
Música Criolla (Creole Music)
Known as the “Reina del Landó” and a major Afro-Peruvian artist.
Eva Ayllón
The typical guitar used in Música Criolla is called a what?
Guitarra Criolla
Name one Peruvian dish considered a national favorite.
Ceviche, Lomo Saltado, Aji de Gallina, etc.
What is Peru’s official language? (Bonus: name one more that is sometimes spoken)
Spanish (Quechua / Aymara)
Día de la Canción Criolla blends Indigenous, Spanish, and what other cultural influence?
African Influence
Guitarist known as “La Primera Guitarra del Perú”
Óscar Avilés
What wind instrument made from reed is often seen in Andean music?
Zampoña / Pan Flute
What is the name of the famous mountain range running through Peru?
The Andes
What is the currency of Peru?
Sol
Día de la Canción Criolla is celebrated with concerts, ______, and community gatherings.
Dance/Dancing
Powerful singer who popularized vals criollo in the 1940s and 50s.
Jesús Vásquez
This upbeat Afro-Peruvian rhythm is often danced at celebrations.
Festejo
Which Peruvian city is gateway to Machu Picchu?
Cusco
What is Peru’s national animal?
The Vicuña
In what year was Día de la Canción Criolla first officially recognized?
1944
This singer, known as “El Zambo” was one of the most beloved Afro-Peruvian performers.
Arturo “Zambo” Cavero
This slower, emotional musical style expresses longing and love.
Vals Criollo (Peruvian Waltz)
What is the highest navigable lake in the world?
Lake Titicaca
Peru contains which famous ancient Wonder of the World?
Machu Picchu