During the last 20 years, bachata has risen from the back country of the Dominican Republic to take its place next to salsa in concert halls. Milo Miles considers bachata’s humble beginnings and the continuing appeal of its simpler side.
Fresh Air with Terry Gross. From WHYY. Peabody Award-winning weekday magazine of contemporary arts and issues. Tumblr curated by associate producer Nell Boeschenstein with contributions by associate producer Heidi Saman.
61 notes | Permalink
During the last 20 years, bachata has risen from the back country of the Dominican Republic to take its place next to salsa in concert halls. Milo Miles considers bachata’s humble beginnings and the continuing appeal of its simpler side.
my former students will remember this video!!!!
Sam
What that video doesn’t show you is that in the club setting, it’s basically Latin grinding, making it one of the most...
Dust off yer dancing shoes HB…
unlike salsa, I feel like I could actually do this!
@Mexidorian. Way ahead of the game! :P
I remember being taught bachata freshman year in an awesome ND Ave apartments… l miss salsa nights at legends.
