Joropo

Joropo is a lively and passionate traditional music genre originating from the plains (llanos) of Venezuela and Colombia. Characterized by its fast-paced rhythms, virtuosic cuatro (a four-stringed guitar) playing, and intricate harp melodies, joropo blends Spanish, Indigenous, and African influences into a dynamic, celebratory sound. The genre often features call-and-response vocals and poetic lyrics that evoke pastoral life, nature, and regional pride. Musicians like Reynaldo Armas and Cholo Valderrama exemplify its folkloric roots and emotional storytelling, while newer artists continue to innovate within the tradition, preserving joropo's spirited legacy.

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El Burrito
Single - Released November 6, 2025
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Reynaldo Armas
Emily Galaviz
Cholo Valderrama
Milena Benites
Eneas Perdomo
Hernán Gamboa "El Cuatro de Venezuela"
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