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There is an indescrible energy to Latin American music—but if you know your music theory, it's not so indescrible after all. A thorough packet provides definitions for terms like bolero, charanga, shekere, and tumbao before listing rhythm bars and tips for playing each style accurately.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use in a music appreciation class when discussing music genres, or with advanced musicians when preparing to play a Latin American piece
- Assign each of the glossary terms for small groups to conduct additional research, including finding pieces that exemplify the term
Classroom Considerations
- Resource is lengthy; much of the packet is for teacher reference
Pros
- Provides a separate section for Brazilian music terms
- Comes with tips for successful implementation
- Includes sheet music for each type of rhythm
Cons
- None