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Central american music: the marimba
A barefoot native of Costa Rica plays the marimba, accompanied by guitar. Date: 1887
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1887 Barefoot Costa Guitar Guitarist Instrument Marimba Musician Regional Rica Musical Racial
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This image, hailing from the annals of history, transports us back to 1887 in Costa Rica, Central America. The photograph captures the raw, unfiltered essence of music and culture, as a native musician, barefoot and dressed in traditional attire, skillfully plays the marimba. With an intensity that speaks volumes, his focus is solely on the music, his connection to the instrument palpable. Accompanying him is a guitarist, his expression equally engrossed in the melodies they create together. The marimba, an iconic and beloved instrument of Central America, is a wooden xylophone with bars of various lengths, producing a rich, resonant sound. The musicians' racial types add to the diverse tapestry of Central American music, reflecting the region's rich cultural heritage. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing us with a historical record of the musical traditions that have shaped Central America's unique identity. The image is a testament to the power of music as a universal language, transcending borders and connecting people across time and space. The costumes, the instruments, and the musicians themselves all contribute to the authenticity and charm of this scene.
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