The Sound of Cuatro Venezolano

“The Sound of Cuatro Venezolano” shines a spotlight on Venezuela’s iconic four-stringed instrument—the cuatro—through a rich, rhythmic mix of traditional tunes and genre-bending modern takes. Spanning lively joropos, soulful valses, nimble merengues, and even jazz and salsa-infused arrangements, the playlist highlights both legendary cuatro masters like Cheo Hurtado and Hernán Gamboa, and contemporary virtuosos such as Jorge Glem, Edward Ramírez, and Héctor Molina.

With collaborations featuring groups like Serenata Guayanesa and C4 Trío, and tracks ranging from classics like “El Diablo Suelto” to the reimagined “Yo No Se Manana - Salsa Version,” this selection offers a dynamic tour of Venezuela’s diverse musical roots and the cuatro’s versatility. Whether infused with folk narratives or experimental flourishes, the tracks capture the rhythmic backbone and melodic charm that make the cuatro central to Venezuelan sound.