The articles “The Buena Vista Social Club” by Tanya Katerí Hernandez and “Globalisation and the Tango” by Chris Goertzen and María Susana Azzi have both discussed the issue of the globalisation of Latin American music and how it is portrayed in foreign countries. Cuban son music emerged in the country during the 1910s and by 1930 had gained worldwide success. This style of music, a blend of Spanish canción, Spanish guitar and African rhythms and played in the clave rhythm, provided a key symbol of Afro-Cuban culture and identity while also heavily influencing other musicians and music genres. It provided Havana’s Afro-Cuban lower classes with a source of income and the chance to enter a previously European dominated market. Son was exported to the rest of the world during the 1930s and 1940s and became particularly popular in the United States, also providing the grounds for the creation of salsa music in the 1970s.
Copious amounts of sources were utilized to gather information regarding the Revolution, from quotes that Fidel said about the Revolution and his objectives toward the revolution to secondary sources like books were used to evaluate Fidel Castro’s propaganda strategies. The strategies that Cuba’s dictator used were clearly effective at the moment because most of his goals were achieved and that is why it is essential to appraise it for its historical value, and its purpose. Word Count: 108 ____________________________________________________________ _________________________________ B- Summary of Evidence ____________________________________________________________ _________________________________ Fidel Alejandro Castro Ruz was born August 13, 1926 and ever since 1959 he has been the Communist Dictator of Cuba. He was the principal leader of the Cuban Revolution that initiated on July 26,1953. His initial hunger for power in Cuba began during the period where Fulgencio Batista had gained
Asses Che Guevara’s role in the Cuban Revolution Ernesto ‘Che’ Guevara played a critical role within the Cuban Revolution as his significant contributions extended not only to politics but also many other aspects of society. Che’s strong passionate political ideologies and his charismatic personality inspired and gave hope to a nation previously under oppression. This allowed for this great leader to emerge becoming the face of the revolution and also a globally iconic symbol of revolution. Key contributions by Che that lead to great politic and historical change forever in Cuban society was involvement in the July 26th movement. From emerging from the failed movement saw the rise of a strong friendship with Fidel Castro.
Works of my own which are particularly exemplary of Winold’s stylistic impact on me include “From Slavery to Reconstruction”, “The Founding of Chicago”, “Song of the Towers”, and “Aspiration”. Langston Hughes also had great impact on my prominence as a Harlem Renaissance artist. My personal experience in Most importantly, the Harlem Renaissance influenced my artwork. I am proud that my work inspired
Cuban revolution is one of the most important in the history of the world which gave a whole new dimension to power and authority. Cuba is a small country but is known for its huge potential. United States of America emerged as one of the most powerful countries ever since it won the World War 2 and also the managed to get through the cold war period successfully. US have always been diplomatic in its way of getting into the affairs of other country. It is to be noted that Cuba got its independence in the year 1898 soon after which America started to shows its influence in the social, political and economical aspects of the region.
The most important contribution made by a Chinese-Jamaican was by Vincent 'Randy' Chin, who in later years went on to establish the now world-famous VP Records in New York. In the past few years there have been several studies and reports done by local, regional and international scholars and economic development experts and agencies, including more than one United Nations agency, all of which point to Jamaica's music and entertainment as the best solution for economic growth, export expansion, youth employment creation and reduction of poverty. This shows that the music has come a far way. It has evolved into an untapped resource for Jamaica and Jamaicans. Marjorie Whylie, spoke
Natives, who had their own highly developed musical traditions, quickly mastered European musical practices. African music was also brought to Mexico during the early colonial period. With all the sweet sounds of the violins against the brilliance of the trumpets, and the deep sound of the guitarro, the resulting sound is the heart and soul of Mexico. It is important to remember Mariachi music- is not just music to be played and sung. From the very start it was music to be danced.
(Tupac Shakur) C. Thesis Statement 2pac’s passion in his career awarded him with such great success that he has become a prominent artists of the 90’s who’s music is still appreciated in today’s pop cultural . D. Preview of main points: By understanding Tupac’s life and the dedication and determination he put into his career helped him in becoming one of the most original and successful rappers of all time. Body II Main point #1 Determination in his passion A. Tupac was born on June 16 1981 in east side Harlem, New York City growing up in poverty and in a time of racial struggle for the United States Tupac’s parents were advocate leaders for the Black Panther Party, a political party that valued black nationalism. I. The militant style and provoking ideologies for civil rights would later influence 2pac’s music.
Castro’s Social and Economic Policies Fidel Castro, after gaining power to rule Cuba, began to implement his social and economic policies. Indeed, Castro came into power with goals of land redistribution, income redistribution, diversifying the economy and independence from the United States dominance. Consequently, these policies consolidate his power and thus help him to gain absolute power to control the population. Castro’s social and economic policies mainly aim many different parties and organizations in Cuba. Castro implemented his policies to ensure the equality for blacks, more rights for women and guarantee employment for every citizen.
The countries involved in the ‘Scramble for Africa’ were Britain, France, Portugal, Spain, Belgium, Germany and Italy. A key economic feature of colonialism was producing and exporting raw materials either agricultural or mineral, precious metals such as gold, silver and copper. Tropical products for luxury consumption such as coffee, sugar, spices, timber and fabrics like cotton. Later when Britain, France and Germany were competing against each other for colonies in Africa in the last quarter of the nineteenth century, the international market had changed rapidly with a huge demand for raw materials for manufacturing such as jute, cotton, rubber and sisal (Bernstein, 1992:48). Mass consumption demand such as tea, sugar and vegetable oils (Bernstein, 1992:48).