(recop. A. Rodrгguez) Roque Martгnez — Refalosa Cuyana (danza)
The Refalosa (or Resbalosa ) originated in Peru as a derivative of the Zamacueca. It spread rapidly across the Southern Cone during the early to mid-19th century. While it achieved massive popularity in Chile, it also crossed the Andes and established a unique identity in the Argentine provinces of Mendoza, San Juan, and San Luis (collectively known as the Cuyo region).
The is a traditional Argentine folk dance deeply rooted in the Cuyo region . The specific version compiled by Alberto Rodríguez and interpreted by Roque Martínez serves as a vital archival reference for dancers, musicians, and folklorists studying the 19th-century regional variants of this rhythm. Historical Context The Refalosa (or Resbalosa ) originated in Peru
In contemporary folklore circles, the recording by serves as the definitive reference for academic and practical study. The is a traditional Argentine folk dance deeply