Curated OER
Ojal??
Students listen to the song and fill in the lyrics on a worksheet. They translate the meaning of the song into English. They concentrate on the correct verb tenses in the song. This activity is used as a warm up for a verb Spanish...
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Smithsonian Institution: Musica Del Pueblo
Musica del Pueblo is a full-featured resource that explores the traditions of Latino music. Using a colorful mural titled "Song of Unity" as a navigation tool, visitors can watch videos of performances, listen to different varieties of...
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The Clave: Creole Cuban Instrument
A thorough evaluation of the history and development of the clave, a Cuban percussive instrument.
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Cambridge University: The History of Salsa
A good introduction to the history of Salsa music and dance, covering all the periods of Salsa dance.
Mex Connect
Mexico Connect: What Is Mariachi?
A look at the cultural significance and identity of Mexican Mariachi music. Includes pictures of Mariachi Ensembles.
University of Michigan
University of Michigan: Salsa Chronologies
A brief chronology by decade of the major events in the history of salsa music development.
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The Timba Website: Cuban Music
A newspaper article describing the 'invasion' of the United States by Latino music.
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Recreation Arts Dance: Salsa vs. Mambo
An article discussing the similarities and differences between Salsa and the Mambo, both Latin American dances. The article mainly discusses the steps of both dances, but has some information about the style and feel of the music.
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Gotta Dance: History of Latin Cha Cha Music
A brief history of the development of Latin Cha Cha music. Includes an explanation of the rhythm, the steps, and of course, the history of Cha Cha.
OpenStax
Open Stax: Catherine Schmidt Jones: Mexican Music: Three Fun Songs for Children
Provided on this website are three fun traditional Mexican songs for children to sing and enjoy. The songs are The Poll Parrot, To Jerez We Will Go and The Gruel. Printable pdf files of the music and lyrics are available for download.