Dominicans are renowned for their dancing talents—you will spot them spontaneously twirling at the park, on their house veranda, or pretty much anywhere they hear their music. Two principal genres dominate and are synonymous with the Dominican Republic, here and around the world: merengue, and bachata. Wherever you end up in the Dominican Republic, experiencing our music and our rhythms is as easy as stepping outside. Merengue is the national music and dance of the Dominican Republic. Bachata has quickly gained popularity in the DR and abroad. Originating as a string bolero, this slow, sensual music and dance was initially considered the music of the lower classes. In the s, the musical group Aventura, led by Brooklyn-born Dominican Romeo Santos, created a bachata fused with other musical styles, modernizing the genre and spreading it internationally. Son appeared around the northern cities of Puerto Plata and Montecristi between and

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I'm trying to find the name of a song I heard in Dominican Republic last week. I was in Punta Cana and it was playing in resorts and clubs a lot. The song starts with a cell phone vibrating and a sexy spanish woman moaning and speaking spanish. Can't remember many words. If anyone knows of this song please let me know, really want to download it!!!! For those thinking to make a cd with the most famous Dominican hits of the last months I recommend to listen to this music with a bottle of Brugal, soda and lots of ice. I can't find it anywhere, does this ring a bell? Great mix up of songs Claudio! I heard many of those while at the Hard Rock in October
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The Dominican Republic is mainly known for its merengue and bachata music, both of which are the most popular forms of music in the country. Merengue is a musical genre native to the Dominican Republic. The accordion is also common. More modern merengues incorporate electric instruments and influences from salsa , and rock and roll. Beginning in the s, dancing became a part of the singers' work with Johnny Ventura's Combo Show format, and is now a staple of many of the genre's biggest stars.
Dominican Republic. Your browser is not supported by this application. Inscribed in The merengue is considered part of the national identity of the Dominican community. In , the traditional practice was recognised by presidential decree with November 26 declared National Merengue Day. Danced in pairs, flirtatious gestures are used as participants move in circles to the rhythm of music played on instruments such as the accordion, drum and saxophone. It is a dance that is usually introduced to learners at an early age. Knowledge and skills on the practice are transmitted through observation, participation and imitation. The merengue attracts people of different social classes, which helps to promote respect and coexistence among individuals, groups and communities.