FAQ About Influence of Latin Jazz on Salsa Music Evolution

What is the origin of salsa music?

Salsa music originated in the 1960s and 1970s primarily in New York City. It represents a fusion of different musical genres, including Cuban son montuno, cha-cha-chá, mambo, and Puerto Rican bomba and plena. The term 'salsa' is used to describe the modern dance music of Puerto Rican and Cuban bands in New York and other Latin-centered locales.