As you can see from my last "cool Stuff" blog, I really love instruments, so here are some more! The video doesn't exactly introduce each instrument by itself, but it shows a variety of Brazilian instruments performed in the ensemble, accompanied with some dancing.
As quoted from Youtube.com;
"The show presents the musical instruments and the cultural universe of Brazil. They are presented by the cordel poetry (typical of the northeast region, with a different metric and sound), the instrumental live track (vocals, wind, string and percussion), cartoon projection of the instruments, and performances of BrasÃlica Dance (language of dance inspired in popular, classical, modern and contemporary dance)."
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Can't get enough of Latin American instruments? I found a video about the Quena and the basics of the instrument.
When someone says tango, the first thing that pops in my head is Astor Piazzolla. (One of my favorite composers ever!) So for my last link enjoy some exciting music by Piazolla (Libertango) performed by Yo-Yo Ma.
Wow, I really enjoyed that video with Yo-Yo Ma. I love the sound of the accordion. I will have to go find more music by Piazzolla.
ReplyDeleteThe Inca music is so much fun. I love the energy. It's so neat how they use traditional Incan instruments, and then more modern western instruments--like the electric violin.
So first off, we share the love of Yo-Yo Ma. I mean who couldn't love him? He is just amazing. He put out a record during Christmas called Songs of Joy and Piece. He works and collaborates with a lot of different artists. The CD is just beautiful. I love the way he can create so many different sounds and go from playing classical to straight Argentinean music.
ReplyDeleteI also enjoyed the Inca music. Are they playing in an airport? How lovely, something to pass the time besides people watching. Great videos Mari!
I love that Piazzolla piece! Piazzolla is amazing and I really want to play something by him. Did you know that Ginastera was Piazzolla's teacher? I thought that might interest you. And I think we should make a thumb harp together! I saw your comment on Abigail's blog :)
ReplyDeleteOf these videos I really really loved the second video the most. :D I want to find myself walking into one of those performances.
ReplyDeleteOn the third video, way to steal my video!! [Just kidding.]
I enjoyed the Piazzolla too, but I don't know that I can measure up next to Emma's enthusiasm. :D
-Maggie.
Yes, Andean groups really are EVERYWHERE--even in Korea. Amazing, isn't it?
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