Versatility in the Dutch Caribbean Music.
Welcome to What’s the Beat with Branee T. -PART IV Versatility in the Dutch Caribbean Music . Firstly, let us explore the musical versatility of Aruba. Similar to other Dutch Caribbean speaking countries, musicians in Aruba have adapted a degree of versatility. Musicians hailing from the beautiful island nation of Aruba are quite versatile. In order to gain any sort of recognition on the musical scene nationally and internationally, they must be well versed in differents genres and instruments of music and also be familiar with the music of their country. Tambu, like the other two island nations that make up the ABC islands, is a dance that "accompanies the dance and the drum which it is played on" unique to Aruba. Tambu is a cultural expression that is evidence of the versatility of Aruban musicians. The genre associated with this dance and drum can be "dressed up" for special ceremonies and occasions and ...