Zamacueca

The Zamacueca is an ancient colonial dance and music that originated in the Viceroyalty of Peru, taking its roots from Spanish, and Andean rhythms.^[1]

"La zamacueca" (Manuel Antonio Caro, 1873).

Zamacueca, dance that was banned in Peru because of its daring moves and its connection to Marinera.

See also

• Dances of Peru
• Latin American music
• Música criolla
• Music of Peru
• Cueca