- Polka Paraguaya: This lively and energetic dance music is characterized by its fast tempo, syncopated rhythms, and use of the harp. It is often performed by ensembles that include the harp, guitar, and percussion.
- Guarania: A romantic and sentimental genre that is characterized by its slow tempo and the use of the guitar and harp. It often features lyrics that express themes of love, longing, and nostalgia.
- Purahéi Jahe'o: A traditional form of sung poetry, characterized by its improvisational nature, melismatic vocals, and the use of the indigenous language Guarani.
- Danza Paraguaya: A popular dance music that is characterized by its upbeat rhythm, syncopated patterns, and use of the harp, guitar, and percussion. It is often performed at traditional festivals and celebrations.
- Chamamé: A folk music genre that originated in the northeast of Argentina and is also popular in Paraguay. It is characterized by its lilting melodies, use of the accordion, guitar, and percussion, and features lyrics that often express themes of love, longing, and life in the countryside.