Abwe

An abwe or chekeré is a Cuban musical ensemble that uses gourds.[1] It is a product of cabildos, historical congregations of African slaves brought to Cuba.[2]

See also

  1. ↑ "Cuba Music".
  2. ↑ Music in Latin America and the Caribbean: An Encyclopedic History: Volume 2.


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