Son a yemaya - Son del nene - song

Introducción / Diana

This is the opening section of the song, which sets the mood and introduces the musical motifs. It often features a horn section and can include elements from the song's main themes.

Verse

The largo, canto, or verse, is where the lead vocalist sings the main lyrical content of the song. In Timba, the canto often contains a narrative or thematic element and is supported by the rhythm section and background vocals.

Mambo

In Cuban music, especially in salsa and son, the " mambo" section typically refers to a brassy, rhythmically intense instrumental break, often featuring repetitive horn lines, call-and-response patterns, and building energy toward the climax of a song.

Coda / Cierre / Outro

The conclusion of the song, which often mirrors the intro or brings the song to a close with a final statement by the band.

Bongo

A pair of small drums played with fingers and palms.

Tres

Cuban guitar-like instrument with 3 pairs of strings used in son and changüí.

The Bass

Timba, the explosive and rhythmically rich genre of Cuban dance music, transformed how the bass functions in popular music. In Timba, the bass is not just foundational — it’s fiery, funky, and free.

Yemayá

Yemayá – several specific toques for Yemayá.

Son

• Son traditional
• Son urbano
• Son montuno
• Son moderno.

Cuban rumba

Cuban rumba is an Afro-Cuban music and dance genre characterized by complex rhythms, call-and-response vocals, and expressive, often flirtatious movements, rooted in African and Spanish traditions.

Yemaya

• Mother of the seas.
• Toques: Yemayá Omolokún, flowing, wave-like rhythms.