About Klapa
Klapa is a music genre that emerged in Croatia. It is usually classed as a form of Croatian folk music.
From Wikipedia
Klapa music is a form of traditional a cappella singing with origins in Dalmatia, Croatia. The word klapa translates as "a group of friends" and traces its roots to littoral church singing. The motifs in general celebrate love, wine (grapes), country (homeland) and sea. Main elements of the music are harmony and melody, with rhythm very rarely being very important. In 2008, Croatian Ministry of Culture proclaimed it Croatian Intangible Cultural Heritage. In 2012 klapa was inscribed in UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Klapa.
- ↑ Croatian folk music
Frequently asked questions
What is Klapa?
Klapa is a music genre that emerged in Croatia. It is usually classed as a form of Croatian folk music.
Where and when did Klapa originate?
Klapa originated in Croatia.