Lumbay is a blend of Guyanese rhythms out of our six races. The rhythms of Guyana are as follows : The Amerindians had their Chui Chui rhythm; The Africans brought the Queh Queh , Komfo and the Masquerade; The East Indians brought the Dig Dutty, Tassa and Dantal; The Portuguese and Europeans brought their western instruments; The Chinese brought their Dragon dance rhythm. Lumbay is very unique and variable as it can move seamlessly between various ethnic groups with each group making their rhythm to be the dominate beat in the music.