Nine Noteworthy Latin American Musicians

Each musician in this series is introduced with a quick-read bio, brief connections facts, and a listening lab identifying important works and key elements to discover in each musical selection. Students may check what they learned on the review page and then connect with the composer's life and times through reflection questions and a culminating writing prompt. This digital book includes fillable fields for onscreen use, or you may print and copy classroom handouts. Of special note, professional equity consultant Daysha J.P. Underwood reviewed this book for cultural sensitivity and relevance. Featured musicians include Heitor Villa-Lobos, Astor Piazzolla, Tito Puente, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Rita Moreno, Tania Leon, Germaine Franco, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and Gustavo Dudamel.