Punto (Venezuela)
| Punto | |
|---|---|
| Stylistic origins | From the Hispanic tradition |
| Cultural origins | Spread from Spain to the American colonies |
| Typical instruments | mandolin, cuatro, guitar |
The punto is a musical genre typical of eastern Venezuela. It is also called punto y llanto, punto cruzado, punto fuerte and punto mampó.
See also
Further reading
- Luis Felipe Ramón y Rivera. La Música Folklórica de Venezuela. Monte Ávila, 1976.
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