The Clave Chronicles
Rebecca BodenheimerA journey through the history and global influence of Cuban music, hosted by ethnomusicologist Rebecca Bodenheimer.
| Publishes | Infrequently | Episodes | 64 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Music HistoryMusicMusic Commentary | |||
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Raúl Fernandez joins Rebecca again to pay tribute to one of Cuba's greatest congueros, Carlos "Patato" Valdés, in honor of the centenary of his birth.
Songs played:
La Conga del Casino, Conjunto Casino
Cuban Patato Chip, Herbie Mann
Descarga Cuba... more
We're remembering Willie Colón, the pioneering Nuyorican trombonist who was a key figure in the rise of Fania Records and New York-based salsa. Marisol Negrón, author of Made in NuYoRico: Fania Records, Latin Music, and Salsa’s Nuyorican Meanings, jo... more
Ethnomusicologist Ben Lapidus joins Rebecca again to discuss the life and legacy of Cuban pianist Lilí Martínez Griñan, a Guantanamero who joined Arsenio Rodriguez's band in the 1940s and quickly became his right-hand man in terms of composition and ... more
Ethnomusicologist Robin Moore joins Rebecca to discuss the subject of his forthcoming book, Violín: Mediating Musical Style and Devotional Practice in 21st-Century Cuba. As music used to accompany ceremonies for the ancestors and orishas, violines ha... more
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- Love this podcast!!!
Thank you so much - this is a treasure. Fascinating!!
Apple Podcasts5ilsashakes
United Statesa month ago - What a gift!
What a gift of a podcast! I love this music and it is really great hearing the history and stories in this podcast. Thanks, Rebecca!!!
Apple Podcasts5richbajoUnited States2 months ago - Hit and Miss
Some very interesting episodes, but rather silly ones, too. The one about Celia was just about throwing some of today’s woke vocabulary at her without any real regard to her work or development.
Apple Podcasts3Scrapple from the apple
Germany10 months ago - Tremendo Podcast
A must for everyone interested in Cuban music. First of its kind and very informative.
Apple Podcasts5Scrapple from the appleGermanya year ago - I love the show!
I am originally from El Salvador. When I arrived in the US, my family was very fortunate to have a Cuban family embrace us as their own family. We were not only helped by Cubans with food and a house but with anything that we needed to live. We were emersed in the cubab culture from language, history, food and music. This podcast has highlighted many conversions I have had about their Cuban music. I thank you for your and documenting all these eposides.
Much success to your pod cast.
Que siga ... more
Apple Podcasts5Carlitos37gUnited States2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #210 | United States/Music/Music History |
Apple Podcasts | #31 |  Japan/Music/Music History |
Apple Podcasts | #41 |  Denmark/Music/Music History |
Apple Podcasts | #53 |  China/Music/Music History |
Apple Podcasts | #112 |  Brazil/Music/Music History |
Apple Podcasts | #118 |  Israel/Music/Music History |
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This show blends rigorous history with vivid musical analysis to trace Cuban influences across global genres. Episodes explore pivotal figures, archival discoveries, and the social contexts that shaped genres like salsa and Afro-Cuban traditions, often through conversations with scholars and practitioners. A hallmark is connecting studio innovation, politics, and cultural identity, creating a nuanced picture of how Cuban music traveled and transformed communities worldwide. Expect thoughtful, well-sourced discussions, deep dives into artists and movements, and rich audio clips that illuminate the music's trajectory and its ongoing relevance.
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The Clave Chronicles launched 3 years ago and published 64 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on The Clave Chronicles include:
1. Marisol Negrón
2. Ben Lapidus
3. Robin Moore
4. Delia Poey
5. Chris Washburne
6. Hector Lugo
7. Carina del Valle Schorske
8. Jesús Jank Curbelo
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