Spring Lake Music

Congrats to all you smart kids who figured out the answer was Mexico – land of Mariachi, “Son Jarocho” and the song “La Bamba.”

Clue #1: Mariachi music is one style of music from this country. The musicians wear the clothing of “charros” – cowboys, who raised cattle in the state of Jalisco. Clue #2: “Son Jarocho” is a kind of music from this country. Harp, violin, and guitar are played. Folk dancing is often done with this music. [...]

As we all dream of warm weather and sunshine, we learned about the Caribbean region of the world. We heard music from Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, the Dominican Republic, and Cuba. Prize drawing winners were: Zoe, Shelby, Trever, Reid, Trisha, Noelle, Alex H., Ella, Wyatt, and Clayton G. Congratulations!

Clue #1: This part of the world has many styles of music – reggae, merengue, calypso, and soca are some styles. Listen to a sample of soca music by clicking the play button below. Clue #2: “Let’s Dance” is sung by Judy Mowatt. She was a background singer in Bob Marley’s reggae band. Clue #3: [...]

Many students guessed correctly this past month. Good work kids! The 10 prize drawing winners were: Charlie, Gray, Joey, Alex H., Aniah, Sam F., Jackie, Madalyn R., Payton S., Abby Jo. Check back soon for the ne

Clue #1: The celebration of the New Year is very important in this mystery country. Clue #2: The pipa is a string instrument from this country. Pipa players wear fake fingernails on their right hand. They can pluck the strings rapidly and create special sound effects. Clue #3: Paper, printing, gunpowder, and the compass were [...]