About Chumaichada
Chumaichada is a music genre that emerged in Peru. It is usually classed as a form of indigenous American dance.
From Wikipedia
La Chumaichada is a typical dance from the Amazonas Region, Peru. It is particularly associated with Chachapoyas.
The music is likely of indigenous origin. but the choreography has a French origin, stemming from "Los lanceros" (The lancers) - a dance which was imported into Chachapoyas by the bishop of the diocese at that time, monsignor Emilio Lissón, of French origin.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Chumaichada.
- ↑ indigenous American dance
Frequently asked questions
What is Chumaichada?
Chumaichada is a music genre that emerged in Peru. It is usually classed as a form of indigenous American dance.
Where and when did Chumaichada originate?
Chumaichada originated in Peru.