La Negra Tomasa

🔊 Demo

(This is a demo made with standard sound bank for reference only.)

🎵 Interesting Fact: "La Negra Tomasa" is an undisputed classic of Cuban music. Although it was originally composed by Guillermo Rodríguez Fiffe, the version popularized globally by Compay Segundo (and the Buena Vista Social Club wave) is considered canonical. It is a cheerful, danceable piece that celebrates the beauty and rhythm of Caribbean culture.

🗓️ Release Date: The original song dates back to the 1930s, but the performance that brought it global fame and cemented it in the traditional Cuban music repertoire is the one Compay Segundo recorded in his later decades, especially starting in the 90s.

🎹 Musical Style: The track is a vibrant example of Son Cubano and Traditional Cuban Music. The arrangement is characterized by its infectious, syncopated rhythm, the use of the tres cubano (a guitar with three pairs of strings), acoustic bass, bongo, and maracas, which together create an authentic and perfect sound for dancing.

🎙️ Original Production: The production of the best-known versions is simple, acoustic, and focused on authenticity, prioritizing the natural sound of the instruments and the charisma of Compay Segundo's voice. The goal is to convey the warmth and festive spirit of old Havana's music.

✅ Legal Disclaimer: Our MIDI Sequence has been meticulously programmed, without using original recordings of the song. This MIDI File is a high-quality accompaniment, ideal for musicians or for educational purposes, and is 100% editable.