Dancing the Danzón: Hispanic Heritage Month
Posted by: Maria Peña
Born in 19th-century Cuban dance halls, danzón eventually became the country’s official national dance. Influenced by African and European music and dance traditions, it continues to thrive outside the big island’s borders, in Mexico and beyond, in orchestra halls and dance salons, leaving an indelible mark on Latin American culture. It’s a genre all its own and a lovely bit of romance to remember during Hispanic Heritage Month here in the U.S. The Library has plenty of music, films and books to help you explore its rich history.
Posted in: Audiovisual, Film, Hispanic American History, Hispanic and Latino, Hispanic Division, Music, National Audio-Visual Conservation Center, Performing Arts