The Cuban charanga ensemble, featuring flute, strings, piano and percussion, developed early in the 20th century with influence from African rhythms and European classical music, some by way of African and French immigrants from Haiti. Here is some music in that vein from Cuba, Martinique, the U.S., and Senegal. Spring seems like a good time for it. (playlist in Comments)
photo - La Charanga Cubana by GrandVisionFoundation https://www.flickr.com/photos/grandvisionfoundation/4712420356/
