Recognize the Genre
Genre 1
Cumbia
Instrument 1
Clave
In what city is Latin jazz credited its origination?
New York City
From which country does the tango originate?
Argentina
Song 1
Vivir Mi Vida — Marc Anthony
Genre 2
Instrument 2
Güiro
Who wrote the famous bossa nova song,”Girl from Ipanema”? The original
Antônio Carlos Jobim (music) and Vinícus de Moraes (lyrics)
What is the national dish of Brazil?
Song 2
Gasolina — Daddy Yankee
Genre 3
Bolero
Instrument 3
Quena
For how many weeks did Despacito run on Billboard’s Hot 100?
16 weeks
From what three countries are the top immigrant populations in the U.S.?
1. Mexico 2. India 3. China
Song 3
Oye Como Va — Tito Puente
Genre 4
Cueca
Instrument 4
Vihuela
Who is considered the richest Latin American artist in history?
Gloria Estefan (estimated net worth of $500 million)
How many countries does Latin America consist of?
33
Song 4
Guantanamera
Genre 5
Joropo
Instrument 5
Bondoneon
When was the first annual Latin Grammys held?
In the year 2000 in Los Angeles
What genre, which was developed in Uruguay, is one of Uruguay’s most popular genres?
Candombe
Song 5
La Chona