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"Melodías y danzas de Cuba" (Grades K-12)


Cubanana takes students on a journey to Cuba through music, dance, stories, and visual aids. Students practice world famous Cuban rhythms, instruments, dances, vocabulary, and songs, with a focus on Cuban son, a.k.a. salsa. Cubanana promotes multi-cultural understanding and encourages students to reach for their goals. Length 45 Minutes


Pair of Performances: $1070


Cuban Son Rhythms Workshop


In this hands-on workshop, students learn about the rhythmic elements and origins of "Cuban SON" a
popular musical style in Cuba. Some of the rhythms, nengón, kiribà and changüí are examined and students learn the characteristics of each, practicing on a variety of percussion instruments. Content and skill level is adjusted according to grades. Length: 60 Minutes


4 Workshops: $1070


Curriculum Links:

Language Arts, Music, Social Studies


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