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Colón-León, Vimari – General Music Today, 2021
Bomba is an emblematic Puerto Rican musical genre that emerged 400 years ago from the colonial plantations where West African slaves and their descendants worked. It remains one of the most popular forms of folk music on the island and serves as significant evidence of its rich African heritage. This article explores the main components of bomba…
Descriptors: World History, Slavery, Foreign Countries, Folk Culture
Curriculum Review, 2005
Each month, "Curriculum Review" offers teachers mutual support, the sharing of ideas, and words of encouragement to help them face challenges in the classroom. The February 2005 issue of "Curriculum Review" contains the following articles: (1) "Inspiring Words for Educators"; (2) "We Hear from Readers"; (3)…
Descriptors: Experiential Learning, Science Activities, Classroom Techniques, Teaching (Occupation)
Holmes, Ramona – Teaching Music, 1996
Provides a lesson plan for beginning string students using a basic rhythm from Zimbabwe's Shona people and then building upon that rhythm. Briefly discusses simple yet effective techniques for playing and adapting African music. Includes musical scores, teaching tips, and selected recordings. (MJP)
Descriptors: African Culture, Cultural Awareness, Elementary Schools, Foreign Countries