Describe the singing style

Describe the singing style

6. Report 6 (Nationalistic Song): CD 2.  Select ONE  of the following:

 

a) Track 9, Así Es Mi Tierra (Irasema Terraza & Gustavo Cuautli)

 

b) Track 10, Yo Soy Mexicano (Jorge Negrete)

 

c) Track 11,  Canción Mixteca (Los Nacionales de Jacinto Gatica)

 

Instructions:

 

Include the title, the name of the composer (if known) and of the performer. Describe

 

the singing style. Comment on the vocalist’s  breath control and vowel placement. Was

 

there use of chest voice or falsete? Comment on the lyrics (see translations in course

 

reader) . Is the song  defiant, tender, passionate, remorseful, detached? Is there any

 

imagery used? Is there any message? Identify the type of instrumental

 

accompaniment.

 

DUE DATE:Monday, March 30.