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continents that I’ll be expanding on and exploring more about that we haven’t
in class will be Brazil and Madagascar. Both countries are very big and have a
lot to offer when it comes to cultures and different traditions. I feel as if
these few music videos would really help people see the different variety of
culture the world has to offer.
Samba is basically a rhythm driven type of music style. This style comes
from Brazil and has deeper connections with Brazilian culture. It's a perfect
example of how Brazilian and African customs combined to produce something
fresh and very compelling. Why I chose this is because I felt like not a lot of
people really knew about this type of music style. When I discovered it off
YouTube videos that were describing it as a tradition in Brazil. It was very
interesting because it felt like it was more than simply music. It a tradition
that unites people all around Brazil. (Traditional, Brazil)
Another Traditional song I’ve find from YouTube is called “Vakodrazana”. It from the country “Madagascar” and in some cultures its associated with performing ceremonies in villages. Percussion instruments like drums, rattles, and occasionally flutes or traditional string instruments are the main source of energy in Vakodrazana music. Then when you dig deeper you come to find out there more ways to translate “Vakodrazna” and it comes out to be “traditions of the ancestors”. I chose this because it was briefly mentioned in some videos. It’s interesting because it’s also ingrained in some groups of people’s customs and culture, making it an influential symbol of cultural pride.
(Traditional, Madagascar)
During
this assignment, I really didn’t know to many Brazilian songs or even artists. So,
on my journey searching, I came upon these different styles of Brazilian songs.
Brazilian music now days are more of a vibrant mix of tradition and innovation,
blending deep cultural roots with global influences. It’s really interesting
because even in the song I chose, you can hear where the modern day music and where
its aspects are. Even during the end of this particular song, there’s a genre
of music blending in like rock and electronic. I chose this because this type
of music falls in blending with traditional Brazilian music with new while
being influenced with retro and rockstar songs (Modern, Brazil)
So modern day
music can have different types of sounds for different audiences. Its rich, creative, and heritage based
cultural is reflected in its music. With the incorporation of electric guitars,
and digital production, several genres are still thriving today. Hip-hop, pop,
and rock are urban genres that have gained popularity among young people, who
utilize music as a means of resistance and self-expression. I chose this video
because it shows instruments like the oud and others to create a unique blend.
It was very interesting how this group used these old instruments and produced
a sound that is simultaneously modern and incredibly mindful of its culture.
(Modern, Madagascar)
Hi Denard I enjoyed reading your blog on the music you chose. I liked how you researched more on the music of Brazil. The song O Terno was really good, I find the song comforting. It was interesting learning about Madagascar and how some songs are associated with ceremonies.
ReplyDeleteI liked that you chose Brazil and Madagascar. The samba was very cool to listen to. I like how you compared Brazilian and African customs and how they combined. The Vakodrazana was very cool to watch. I think it was a sweet traditional dance to watch from Madagascar. I like the song you chose that was modern from Brazilian music. It was very smooth sounding. I like how you talked about the blending of music and different sounds you hear in each area of the music. L’Espoir was very classical to me. I enjoyed it a lot
ReplyDeleteYou did a great job highlighting both traditional and modern sounds from Brazil and Madagascar, and I liked how you described Samba as more than just music, but something that unites people culturally. My favorite sample is Ey Macalena.
ReplyDeleteI loved your selections and how you included both traditional and modern examples from each culture. I never noticed the similarities between Brazilian and African music (especially rhythmically) until you pointed it out, but it is absolutely there.
ReplyDeleteHello Denard! I love learning about things that came from the combination of african and hispanic culture! I can definetly hear aspects from both cultures in the first song that you provided!
ReplyDeleteHello Denard! I was happy to see that you did Brazil, I’ve been wanting to get into their music but I’ve just never gotten to it. My favorite would have to be the traditional Brazilian selection you included. It’s so vibrant and lively and the rhythm is impossible not to dance to!
ReplyDeleteHey Denard, I really enjoyed the first song you chose for Brazil. I enjoy some Brazilian music and that one was probably one of my favorite ones. I also enjoyed reading about the different cultures and music from both countries.
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