Joropo is a Venezuelan musical style, with a related style of dance, that closely resembles the waltz. With influence from European This musical style originates from the Llanero people. A llanero is a Venezuelan herder or farmer who resides in the grasslands. Llaneros have a unique culture which includes a distinct style of music and Joropo is just a folk branch off of the the general genre of Llanero music.
Joropo is traditionally played with a harp called an Arpa Llanera, bandola, cuatro, and meracas. The music is usually associated with parties and special celebrations. In Venezuela the Joropo is important to many people. A song called, "Alma Llanera", is a Joropo and is considered the second national anthem of Venezuela. This song is about the Llanero people of Venezuela and it celebrates the heritage of the people who helped shape Venezuela into what it is today.
Joropo is traditionally played with a harp called an Arpa Llanera, bandola, cuatro, and meracas. The music is usually associated with parties and special celebrations. In Venezuela the Joropo is important to many people. A song called, "Alma Llanera", is a Joropo and is considered the second national anthem of Venezuela. This song is about the Llanero people of Venezuela and it celebrates the heritage of the people who helped shape Venezuela into what it is today.
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