This week, my students are checking out two versions of Tico-Tico no Fubá. This piece is an example of a Brazilian choro, or lament and was composed by Zequinha de Abreu in 1917.
Arca & Arca Perform Pia no Jac
This year, we have been exploring the music of Pia no Jac, a Japanese piano/cajon duo. The technical challenges are quite different from what we've encountered when we were taking lessons.
World Music Exploration - Traditional Brazilian Dance
World Music Exploration - Jane Zhang
We wrap up our exploration of Chinese music with pop artist Jane Zhang. In 2005, this Chinese pop superstar auditioned for the talent show Mongolian Cow Sour Yogurt Super Girl (also referred to as Super Voice Girl).
World Music Exploration - Chinese Opera and Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon Soundtrack
This week, my students and I are eagerly anticipating the May long weekend. It's our last breather before the final round of non-stop recitals and examinations.
It was a toss up between Chinese opera and Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon.