Marinera Norteña

Marinera Norteña

1. Characteristics

   • It's a dance in pairs.
   • Sometimes this dance is performed with "caballo de paso".
   • It is a representative dance of some northern regions of Peru.
   • Its name is in homage to the Navy of Peru.

2. Clothing

   • Mens
   • Womens

3. Origin

   • It's origin is attributed to a colonial dance called zamacueca, which was very popular in the nineteenth century. Anyway, there are various theories or currents about its origin and evolution.

4. Groups/Singers

   • Alicia Rosa Maguiña Málaga
   • Roberto Tello
   • Rafael Matallana
   • Montes & Manrique
   • Manuel Donaire

5. Instruments

   • Drum
   • Musical saucer
   • Guitar
   • Drawer

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