About Kontradans
Kontradans is a music genre that emerged in Haiti. It is usually classed as a form of music of Haiti.
From Wikipedia
Kontradans, or the French-Haitian Contredanse, is creolized dance music formed in the 18th century in the French colony of Saint-Domingue (Haiti) that evolved from the English contra dance, or (country dance), which eventually spread throughout the Caribbean, Louisiana, Europe and the rest of the New World from the Creoles of Saint-Domingue.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Kontradans?
Kontradans is a music genre that emerged in Haiti. It is usually classed as a form of music of Haiti.
Where and when did Kontradans originate?
Kontradans originated in Haiti.