Music
Carabiné
Definition
The Carabiné is a traditional Dominican dance and musical form performed by several couples following coordinated figures and movements.
Explanation
In the Carabiné, multiple couples dance simultaneously, moving through a set of coordinated figures and patterns in a collective dynamic that is characteristic of traditional Dominican folk dances.
Cultural Context
The Carabiné is part of the group dance tradition within Dominican folklore, where coordination and a sense of community are at the heart of the performance.
Examples
«El carabiné se baila con varias parejas.»
A reference to the group nature of the Carabiné — it is always danced by several couples together.