0 a musical instrument consisting of two hollow containers filled with beans or small stones. They are shaken to provide the rhythm for some types of music. -- 沙球（一种打击乐器）
Some rock bands started to use unusual instruments such as maracas and quenas.
In the 1960s and 70s, maracas were used instead of gira.
The change in the 1980s from maracas to the more versatile gira was made as bachata was becoming more dance oriented.
They accompany themselves with maracas that they carry.
The piece has maracas playing a fast eighth note pulse, while the four organs stress certain eighth notes using an 11th chord.
Players also strike maracas against their hand or leg to get a different sound.
The original inhabitants of the land, used drums, flutes, maracas, sea shells and voices to make music and dances.
He is chiefly remembered for his bizarre style of dancing, and use of the maracas.
