Tonadas
Tonada is a traditional song form found in several Iberian and Latin American cultures. The term derives from tono, meaning tone or tune, and is used to describe different regional folk songs that share a melodic vocal emphasis.
In Spain, the tonada refers to a long-standing folk song of the northern regions, especially Asturias and
In Chile, tonada (tonada chilena) is a major component of the country’s folk music. It is generally
The term is also used in other Spanish-speaking regions to denote local folk songs, with regional varieties
Tonada should not be confused with tonadilla, a separate theatrical song form used in Spanish opera and