Publication Date
3-1-2006
Abstract
This article proposes a variety of activities designed to enrich the study of authentic Hispanic music in the foreign language class. As an integral part of any lesson on a culturally authentic song, students interview native speakers, both in and out of class, to learn about the cultural context of various songs. Of special interest are songs that have strong associations with specific cultural practices, such as “Las mañanitas.” In other assignments, students interview native speakers about their musical tastes, seek out songs from native informants, and then share these songs with the class. The cultural information obtained from the interviews and the personal contact with native speakers enrich the lessons on Hispanic music on both a cognitive and an affective level. At the same time, the universal theme of music provides rich material for productive and satisfying conversations with native speakers. These activities address all “Five C’s” of the Standards for Foreign Language Learning.
Recommended Citation
Heusinkveld, Paula
(2006)
"Talking About Music:Ethnographic Interviews on Traditional Hispanic Songs,"
Dimensions: Vol. 41, Article 6.
Available at:
https://digitalcommons.kennesaw.edu/dimensions/vol41/iss1/6