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Report 9 (Narrative Song): CD 3. Select ONE of the following:

a) Track 9, El Cantador (Salvador “EL Negro” Ojeda)

b) Track 12, Máquina 501 (Los Alegres de Terán)

Instructions:

Include the title, the name of the composer (if known) and of the performer. Describe

the singing style. Comment on the vocalist’s breath control and vowel placement. Was

there use of chest voice or falsete? Comment on the lyrics (see translations in course

reader) . Is the song defiant, tender, passionate, remorseful, detached? Is there any

imagery used? Is there any message? Identify the type of instrumental

accompaniment.

10. Report 10 (Bolero): CD 3. Select ONE of the following:

a) Track 14, El Esclavo y Amo (Javier Solís)

b) Track 15, Para Olvidarte (Los Tres Ases)

c) Track 17, Solamente Una Vez (Agustín Lara)

Instructions:

Include the title, the name of the composer (if known) and of the performer. Describe

the singing style. Comment on the vocalist’s breath control and vowel placement. Was

there use of chest voice or falsete? Comment on the lyrics (see translations in course

reader) . Is the song defiant, tender, passionate, remorseful, detached? Is there any

imagery used? Is there any message? Identify the type of instrumental

accompaniment.