6. Report 6 (Nationalistic Song): CD 2. Select ONE of the following:

a) Track 9, Así Es Mi Tierra (Irasema Terraza & Gustavo Cuautli)

b) Track 10, Yo Soy Mexicano (Jorge Negrete)

c) Track 11, Canción Mixteca (Los Nacionales de Jacinto Gatica)

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.