Dance: Cuban Comparsa

A comparsa is a group of singers, musicians and dancers that take part in carnivals and other festivities in Spain and Latin America, specifically in the Caribbean. Its precise meaning depends on the specific regional celebration. The most famous comparsas are those that participate in the Santiago de Cuba's carnival.



Havana's Carnival 1962. First Socialist Carnival in Cuba.

Conga-Comparsa Dance Routine - Grupo BanRara - Havana Cuba 2013

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Today

 Students were able to learn the main steps of Cuban comparsa in celebration of the Hispanic Month. The desks were move aside to make room for the dancers. The dance was accompanied by conga music.

 

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