Afro-Cuban Jazz

Afro-Cuban jazz is a vibrant musical genre that blends the rhythms, percussion, and dance traditions of Cuba with jazz improvisation and harmony. It emerged in the mid-20th century when Latin American musical styles merged with American jazz, creating a lively, rhythmic sound characterized by Afro-Cuban percussion instruments like congas and bongos. The genre often features complex polyrhythms, syncopation, and improvisation, reflecting the cultural fusion of African, Caribbean, and American musical influences. Afro-Cuban jazz is known for its energetic spirit, infectious grooves, and rich rhythmic interplay, making it a dynamic and influential style worldwide.