Development and evolution of sanjuanito rythm in Ecuador: consumption and expressive artistic motivations

Abstract

This article does a general analysis of one of the most representative Ecuadorian rhythms; the sanjuanito, explaining aspects such as its origin, evolution and adaptation in our social environment. Also, it does a detailed explanation of how the different artistic-expressive and production motivations have influenced its development and adaptation. The sanjuanito is a representative rhythm of our country, so, is important give the value that the national music deserves.  

KEY WORDS: sanjuanito, analysis, consumption, production