Where did it originate from?
Slavery influenced by its enslavers Britain, Spain and France
What instruments are used in calypso
Steelpan
Guitar
Bass
Drums
Brass instruments (trumpet, trombone)
Keyboard
Shaker
Cowbell
Claves
Is calypso played on beat?
No it is heavily syncopated usually in 4 accented 3-3-2
What structure does it adhere to
strophic form verse/chorus
Steel pans
pitch- Soprano, alto, baritone and bass
Rolls are used to player longer notes