Tambora (drum)
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The Tambora (from the Spanish word tambor (drum)) is an Afro-Caribbean musical instrument. Its origins came along with the African slaves brought by the Europeans during the colonization of America. This musical instrument was used for their traditional cultural rituals. It is used in many Latin American countries musical styles; in the Dominican musical style merengue, the Cumbia in Colombia, and the Venezuelan gaita.