The Clave Chronicles
A journey through the history and global influence of Cuban music, hosted by ethnomusicologist Rebecca Bodenheimer.
The Clave Chronicles
Feliz 100 años, Celia!
The most beloved Cuban musician of all time was born on this day 100 years ago: Celia Cruz. We're honoring her with a brand new episode featuring Delia Poey, a professor at Florida State University who has written extensively about Celia's Career.
Songs played:
Quimbara
Field recording of Afrocuba de Matanzas' version of Quimbara
Chango Ta' Vení
Que Le Den Candela
Usted Abusó
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