[Tango-L] Chacarera

[Sergio Vandekier]

Chacarera is an Argentine folkloric dance.  It is not related to tango. Probably originated in the North of Argentina, most likely in the province of Santiago del Estero.It was danced in rural areas, the instruments used were Violin, Guitar and drum. Chacarero/a is the person that works in farms, chacras.  During the years of migration from rural areas to the cities,(1940s) folkloric dances appeared in many urban areas. It is one of many folkloric dances, the present popularity, in part is due to the simplicity of its choreography. Best regards,   Sergio