LATIN-AMERICAN MUSICAND CULTURE

Ben DeRossoMusic 1040

Where is Latin-America?Latin-America includes all the Americas south of the United States, as well as the entire Caribbean.-It contains over two dozen countries.-One of the most diverse regions in the world.-Heavily influenced by African traditions in some areas

FAMILY Latin Americans have an incredible influence

on family. Generally men work and provide financially,

while women tend to children and housework. Authority is divided between parents, as well

as elder siblings. Grandparents and extended family always

stay close.

Food Food and cooking play a large role in family

activities. Generally women cook family meals, however

it is passed down to both male and female generations.

Music Due to Latin-Americas large area, and vast

diversity many styles of music have been created.

Some of the most popular are…o Salsa- popular through all Latin-America, fast

paced, sensual form of music and dance. Popular with the working class

o Mariachi- traditional Mexican “folk” musico Rumba- Afro-Brazil funk musico Samba- Brazilian funk

INSTRUMENTATION This is just some of the many instruments

used in much of the music from this area… Clave- sticks used to keep rhythm Guitar/Guitaron Rattles Brass instruments Bongos Conga drums Accordion

Song Analysis “Chan Chan” by the Buena Vista Social Club http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tnFfKbxIHD

0 Salsa band. This song is about a man traveling from place

to place sharing stories and adventures. It is a minor, full sounding song. Slow walking

pace, heavy influence on brass instruments. Sung in Spanish

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