Sonero

I am inspired by the bohemian nature of the Caribbean.  Thankfully, the experience of street musicians is not unique to Dominican Republic. Mariachis in Mexico, drummers in different African countries, subway musicians in New York City - this is all an expression of the freedom that playing for the joy of it brings to all humans.
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\nSoneros are known for their improvisational skills, often creating spontaneous and intricate lyrical verses over the rhythmic patterns of the music. You can compare it to rappers in the United States.  Both are word smiths, requiring a deep vocabulary and great wit to make their phrasing both interesting rhythmically and entertaining for the listener.   Their performances are characterized by a lively call-and-response interaction with the band and the audience. The art of being a sonero requires a deep understanding of the music's structure and a natural talent for storytelling and rhythm.