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Dance Common Core RH.6-8.7 resources
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Hola, Flamenco – An Introduction to Spain's National Art
History, Music, Dance, Cultural Studies and adventure come together in a high-spirited, melodious romp through the rolling hills of Andalusia – all filmed in gorgeous high definition 1080p. Welcome to the next generation of educational movie!‘Hola, Flamenco’ is a historically-themed documentary short dedicated to Spain’s UNESCO-recognized national art. Featuring performances, demonstrations and interviews with some of Flamenco’s most renowned and charismatic figures, it provides a striking, vibr
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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The Twist and Teen Dance Shows: Influence on 50s American Culture
In this lesson, students will investigate the vast cultural impact on American culture of teen dance shows (such as American Bandstand), and dance crazes (the Twist in particular). Students will learn about the rising popularity of television and its growing power as a cultural force in 1950s America. They will discuss the popularity and influence of televised dance shows aimed at teenage audiences, and understand the influence of the “Twist” dance craze.The Essential Question for students is: H
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6th - 9th
Also included in: English 8 - Entire Year: Activities, Projects, Rubrics, Exams, Homework
Puerto Rico is More than just Salsa – A Mini Curriculum
In cultural terms, Puerto Rico is unique among Caribbean islands for two reasons: first, it contains a post-colonial music form (Jibaro) that is completely free of African influences. Second, its most famous music form - Salsa - was not actually invented on the island itself.How did Brooklyn's Nuyorican community create a traditional music form while living so far away from the rhythms and melodies of home? Where can these influences be found among the throbbing beats of San Juan's current night
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Jamaica's Reggae, Rage & Redemption – A Mini Curriculum
The spirit of the Islands comes alive! 'Destination: Music' is a seven-part essay series that follows one Musicologist's journey into Caribbean History.'Jamaica's Reggae, Rage & Redemption' is the powerful 3200-word climax of the series. Incorporating all the lessons learned in previous essays, it discusses the uniquely miserable conditions endured by Jamaica's slaves, and the unique cultural output that emerged as a result. Included in the analysis are the theories of repatriation theories
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Destination Caribbean – The Historical Roots of Reggae, Calypso, Salsa + Tambrin
'Destination: Caribbean’ is a seven-part essay series dedicated to using the region's most popular music forms – Reggae, Calypso, Salsa, etc. – like a time machine, transforming rhythms, lyrics and melodies into a vehicle for understanding the historical conditions that created them. Many of the Caribbean's traditional dance steps, costumes, instruments and religions evolved as methods for slaves to preserve their culture and undermine their captors. As we discover through reading, a Rastafaria
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Hola, Flamenco (Documentary)
History, Music, Dance, Cultural Studies and adventure come together in a high-spirited, melodious romp through the rolling hills of Andalusia – all filmed in gorgeous high definition 1080p. Welcome to the next generation of educational movie!‘Hola, Flamenco’ is a historically-themed documentary short dedicated to Spain’s UNESCO-recognized national art. Featuring performances, demonstrations and interviews with some of Flamenco’s most renowned and charismatic figures, it provides a striking, vibr
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Destination: Caribbean – Documentary Short and Full Curriculum
The joys of History, Music, Dance and Travel all converge amidst a backdrop of turquoise waters, volcanic landscapes and cool island breezes. Whisk your students away on an exciting cultural tour without ever leaving the classroom!'Destination: Caribbean’ is a three-minute documentary short dedicated to one of the most diverse regions on Earth. Shot on-location in Tobago, Antigua, Puerto Rico and Jamaica, the film presents a brief sample of contemporary Caribbean life – one we hope that you and
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Calypso: Trinidad’s Captivating National Art – A Mini Curriculum
The sister islands of Trinidad & Tobago rest a mere 52 miles apart, yet due to the value of Tobago's colonial sugar plantations, its early economy was far more reliant on African slave labor than Trinidad's. Not surprisingly, as each island developed its own unique culture, such fundamental differences in economy, ethnic composition and human experience led to wildly different artistic outcomes - i.e. 'Tambrin Music in Tobago and its far more famous cousin Calypso in Trinidad.Why did Calypso
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Influence of the Twist and 50s Teen Dance Shows: Document Set (w/ questions)
This document set is part of a larger unit on The Twist and Teen Dance Shows: Influence on 50s American Culture. Throughout that unit, students will investigate the vast cultural impact on American culture of teen dance shows (such as American Bandstand), and dance crazes (the Twist in particular). Students will learn about the rising popularity of television and its growing power as a cultural force in 1950s America. They will discuss the popularity and influence of televised dance shows aimed
Grades:
6th - 9th
Also included in: English 8 - Entire Year: Activities, Projects, Rubrics, Exams, Homework
'Tambrin, the Music of Tobago – A Mini Curriculum
The sister islands of Trinidad & Tobago rest a mere 52 miles apart, yet due to the value of Tobago's colonial sugar plantations, its early economy was far more reliant on African slave labor than Trinidad's. Not surprisingly, as each island developed its own unique culture, such fundamental differences in economy, ethnic composition and human experience led to wildly different artistic outcomes - i.e. 'Tambrin Music in Tobago and its far more famous cousin Calypso in Trinidad. Why does 'Tamb
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Carnival & Calypso in Antigua – A Mini Curriculum
The island of Antigua lies approximately 450 miles north of Trinidad, a distance that was all but unfathomable to slaves during colonial times. Yet despite their physical separation, these enslaved populations and the unique musical cultures they created would evolve to be remarkably similar. Calypso Music is perhaps the best example of this.'Carnival & Calypso in Antigua 'is an 850-word journal-style essay that features interviews with Antiguan media personalities and music historians. Payi
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
The Caribbean Music Industry – A Mini Curriculum
The spirit of the Caribbean comes alive! 'Reggae, Calypso, Salsa and Tambrin: A Historical Journey' is a seven-part essay series dedicated to using music as a historical guide.'The Caribbean Music Industry' is a 700-word discussion of the contemporary Caribbean Music scene, taken mostly from the artists' perspective. Included is an interview with a touring artist, as well as a discussion of the role that tourism plays in the music scene. Is it helping or hurting?This free packet includes the fol
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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