It is characterized by the rhythmic 2/4 "contradanza" beat typical of Afro-Cuban music, which evolved into the Mediterranean havanera . 3. Cultural Context: The "Ida y Vuelta" Tradition
Your paper should mention that havaneres like "Ulls Verds" are considered (round trip) music. Les Anxovetes Ulls Verds
They represent a "fresh take" on the traditional repertoire, performing at major events like the Smithsonian Folklife Festival to showcase Catalan maritime heritage. 2. The Song: "Ulls Verds" It is characterized by the rhythmic 2/4 "contradanza"
The lyrics were written by Josepmiquel Servià , with music composed by the renowned Catalan musician Ricard Viladesau . They represent a "fresh take" on the traditional
The group features singers Tona Gafarot, Montse Ferrermoner, and Marta Pérez, accompanied by guitar and double bass.
Founded in Girona in 2014, Les Anxovetes is a trailblazing all-female havanera group. Traditionally, this genre was a male-dominated "tavern music" style, but Les Anxovetes has successfully modernized it for younger audiences while maintaining its nostalgic core.
"Ulls Verds" is a classic havanera —a slow, melodic genre brought back to Catalonia by 19th-century sailors returning from Havana, Cuba.