The 8 sones of the Tamunangue

The Tamunangue is the most important cultural manifestation of El Tocuyo. Intangible Cultural Heritage of the Nation since 2014, it is composed of an initial salve and eight ritual sones that are performed in strict order.

1. La Batalla

Simulated combat between two men with sticks. Ritual opening.

2. La Bella

Flirtation of the couple with octosyllabic quatrains. Variants "Bella Trovada" and "Bella Doble" (Sanare).

3. La Juruminga

The couple follows the singer's instructions. Refrain "juruminga no má".

4. El Yiyivamos

First properly danced son, according to many practitioners.

5. La Perrendenga

Stick game with the refrain "tomé ay tó".

6. El Poco a Poco

Theatrical mime: sick, drunk, mounted on horseback. Pentasyllabic verses.

7. El Galerón

Couple in ternary measure, similar to slow joropo.

8. El Seis Corrido and Seis Figuriao

Closing. The Seis Figuriao is the most complex: three couples make 32–36 geometric figures in a minor key.

When they are performed

The 8 sones make up the complete ritual of June 13 (Saint Anthony of Padua) and of any promise payment during the year. The devotees hire the group and have the complete Tamunangue danced as an offering.

→ Read the complete guide to the Tamunangue and the feast of Saint Anthony