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World Translation Center Music Blog
Using Music to Build
Bridges Between Cultures
Our music blog features music from around the world, traditional music, modern music, singer and
instrumental, as well as some interesting facts about the different musicians, countries and cultures.
Cajón Drum
A cajón is a six-sided musical instrument that originated from Peru. This box shaped instrument is part of the percussion family. Its name, is a Spanish word meaning “box” or “crate”.
The cajón is made of wood on five sides, with a sixth side made of a thinner plywood. The sixth side serves as the striking surface and is commonly referred to as the “tapa”. A sound hole is carved out of the back of the cajón drum. Some newer versions may also have cords stretched across the top to give an additional tone.
Cajons are primarily played in Afro-Peruvian music, though they are also used in Spanish Flamenco, and some Cuban Rumba. The cajón has also become popular recently in Irish folk music. The instrument is also gaining popularity in other genres, such as blues, pop, and jazz.
The Americas, Spain and the Philippines have all adopted the cajón and it can be heard in many musical performances.
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