Spanish music:
Music -Using the intemet and/or your textbook research either a specific artist or group. or a specific type/genre of music from the Spanish speaking world and write a 300 – 500 word report that answers the following questions:
Paragraph l (150 – 250 words)
Where in the Spanish-speaking world is the artist/group/genre from?
Describe the artist/group/genre.
Describe the instruments used and the rhythm.
Describe what you think is the purpose of this music and who is the intended public
How does this artist/group/genre fit into what you have learned about music and ethnicity in the Spanish-speaking world in this course so far?
Paragraph 2 Your reactions (150 – 250 words)
In your opinion, what is the artist/group/genre trying to tell the listener?
Do you like the artist/grouplgenre? Why or why not?
How does this music compare to popular music in the US?
Would you recommend the artist/group/genre for future sections of Spanish 1 10? Why or why not?
Spanish 110 – Music questions: Ask yourself and answer the following questions when you listen to the songs from the packet:
What are the instruments played in the song?
What is the rhythm like? Is it for dancing or listening or something else? What instruments are used to create the rhythm?
What is the song about in terms of lyrics? Are there any important metaphors in the lyrics? What emotions does it make you feel?
Is it like other types of music you know? How does it compare to music from other places in the Spanish-speaking world?
Do you notice anything we have discussed in class related to the “it’- cultural/historical/social/ethnic aspects of the country/region from which the song.