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Folk music on the radio in Peru

Folk music has a rich history in Peru, with indigenous Andean, Spanish, and African influences. The music incorporates traditional instruments like the charango, the quena, and percussion instruments like the cajón. The music is often played during religious festivals, and celebrations, and reflects the diverse cultures of Peru. One of the most famous Peruvian folk artists is José María Arguedas, whose music highlights Andean culture and features traditional instruments. Another famous artist is Susana Baca, whose music blends Afro-Peruvian rhythms with Andean traditional instruments. Several radio stations in Peru play folk music, including Radio Nacional del Perú, which plays Andean music, and Radio Marañón, which plays traditional music from the northern Andes. Radio Sudamericana is also known for playing Peruvian and Andean music. In recent years, Peru's folk music has garnered attention globally with younger musicians incorporating contemporary elements into the traditional folk sound. There is a growing popularity of peruvian bands in the Latin American region, and with more opportunities for Peruvian musicians to showcase their work, folk music is sure to remain an essential part of the country's cultural heritage.



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