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¿Quíen es? o ¿Qué es? ¿En qué país?
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http://www.donquijote.org/culture/
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1. el flamenco-The flamenco is a Spanish art form, either singing, dancing,
or guitar playing. It exists in southern Spain. Gypsies are said to have
founded the flamenco but was also influenced by songs and dances of
Andalusia. The importance of this is to express one’s deep feelings.
2. la Jota-This is a Spanish folk dance and can be found in Aragon,
Paraguay, the city of Pilar, and the Philippines. The dances for the
songs resemble patriotism, religion, sexual exploits, and love.
3. la Sevillana-La Sevillana is another Spanish folk dance in Spain. It
symbolizes a man’s progression of courting a woman. La Sevillana is a
very traditional dance and will be continued for generations to come.
4. El Tango-This is a very popular dance in Argentina. Its popularity has
become so high that virtually every city knows what it is. Two people
dance hand in hand along with a live band and many spectators.
5. la Cumbia-This is a Latin American dance, originating in Colombia. This
is a also a ritual for slaves from Africa to have fun and was considered
inappropriate for a while. The importance is for everyone to have a good
time and release their stress by dancing and enjoying themselves.
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6. Mariachis y Charros-This is a band that can be found in Mexico. The
members of the band wear large sombreros and play in many Mexican
celebrations. Mariachis wear Charros, which are general .cowboy suits.

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7. The Kings of Mambo-This is a Cuban musical form and dance style. It
originated in Havana and Mexico City. It uses a combination of dances
from Europe and rhythms from Africa.
8. Celia Cruz-She is a Cuban salsa singer. She is known as the “Queen of
Salsa.” Celia Cruz was one of the most successful salsa singers of the
entire 20th century.
9. Tito Puentes-He was a Latin Jazz and a Salsa musician. He was born in
Puerto Rico in 1923. He created the dance-oriented mambo and Latin
jazz creations.
10. Tuna groups-They are a musical group in Spain, Portugal, The
Netherlands, Central America, and South America. They play with many
classical instruments and are known for their music creation and courting
ladies.
11. Manual de Falla- He was a Spanish composer of classical music. He is
known as one of Spain’s most important musicians in the 20th century.
12. Juanes-He is a Contemporary Pop singer that was influenced by
Metallica and Slayer. He is an activist in humanitarianism and has sung
in the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony. Juanes is considered one of the
most influential people in the world.
13. Marc Anthony-He is a popular singer from Puerto Rico. He creates
Latin music for the entire world to hear. Marc Anthony has created many
love songs and is currently married to Jennifer Lopez. He is a huge icon
in any Spanish country.
14. la Música Andina-Style of music from the Andes Mountains. This can
be found in a variety of countries in South America.
la arquitectura
15. Antonio Gaudi-Spanish architect that represented Catalan Modernism.
He created things of tradition and innovation. The Sagrada Familia is
his most famous work and is located in Spain; it is visited by many
tourists and citizens of the country.

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16. La Sagrada Familia-Antonio Gaudi’s most famous work. It is a project
still being continued today and will be completed in 2026. The Sagrada
Familia overlooks the city of Barcelona.
17. La Alhambra-Located in Spain, the Alhambra is a palace that was built
in the 14th century. Because of the constant conquests of the palace,
artwork is varied dramatically within it. Moorish art was originally part of
the structure.
18. El Palacio de Bellas Artes (México)-This is the most important
cultural center in the entire country. The building has many murals by
Diego Rivera, which are the most popular. Many exhibitions and
theatrical performances are done here.
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19. Pedro Almódovar-He is the most successful Spanish director. He
sparked the career of Antonio Banderas and has directed many films
and won Oscars for Best Foreign Language film. He currently lives in
Spain and will always make Spanish-speaking movies.
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20. la Zarzuela-This is a Spanish lyric-dramatic genre that changes
between spoken and sung scenes in a song. There are also dances and
choruses to go along with the orchestra. The two kinds of Zarzuela are
Baroque and Romantic.