SPANISH-AMERICAN CULTURE THROUGH SONGS

Catalog description

(Slashed with SPAN 58424 ) The main objective of this course is to critically analyze a selection of songs organized by topics that address major cultural trends, changes or movements in Spanish America and regions in the US known for their Latino presence. Classes consist of close analysis of lyrics, their musical arrangement and cultural representations connected to historical events and ethnic identities as discussed in supporting documents. Some activities involve face-to-face and LMS group discussions on topics like similarities and differences among Spanish-American countries, Spanish-American Indigenous nations, Hispanic/Latino in the US, family ties, the role of women, socio-political movements, customs and folklore, literature and art.