Latin American Music and Dance

Why are there so many different styles of music in Latin American?

• There are many different countries and cultures within Latin America

• They love music

• It was hard to stick with just one

• Music evolves

Which dance style is not from Latin America?

• Salsa

• Merenge

• Breakdance

• Vallenato

Which style of music involves story telling?

• Merenge

• Salsa

• Vallenato

• Pop

Why is music and dance important in this culture?

Why is music and dance important to you?