What exactly is a tortilla? Well, a tortilla is a food and is made by corn in different manners, sometimes they are high and round, or thin and round, and also you can make them in several sizes. Whit this variety, you can do tacos, quesadillas, flautas, burritos and more. 2.…
Selena Quintanilla-Pérez (Spanish: [seˈlena kintaˈniʎa ˈpereθ] or [seˈlena kintaˈniʝa ˈperes]; April 16, 1971 – March 31, 1995), known by the mononym Selena, was an American singer, songwriter, spokesperson, actress, and fashion designer. Called the Queen of Tejano music, her contributions to music and fashion made her one of the most celebrated Mexican American entertainers of the late 20th century. Billboard magazine named her the "top Latin artist of the '90s", the "best selling Latin artist of the decade". She is often called the "Mexican American equivalent" of Madonna for her clothing choices, by media outlets.[a] She also ranks among the most influential Latin artists of all-time and is credited for catapulting a music genre into mainstream…
Mexico is located south of the border of the United State. The climate is perfect. The sites are amazing. People are humble, and best of all Mexico has savory food. Would you like to learn about Mexican dishes?…
“Selena Quintanilla Perez” by: Alex Burgess Not double spaced -1 Selena Quintanilla Perez was a Mexican American performer whose life was full of adventures with her family throughout her music career. Selena faced the troubles that had came with being a female, Latino entering the Tejano music business. Selena went from being just a young and courageous girl to being considered the “queen of Tejano music”. Selena first began recording in 1984 in corpus Christi, Texas. She recorded with her family band which was made up of her brother A.B.…
Known as the Queen of Tejano Music, Selena Quintanilla-Perez allowed music to lead her into becoming one of the most celebrated Mexican-American entertainers of the late 20th century. Starting out as a very young girl, she flourished rapidly in the music industry. With albums receiving gold record status, Tejano awards of all sorts, the Grammy, etc., her thrill-filled career was unfortunately cut short when the president of her own fan club killed her. Her physical absence is felt, but Selena Quintanilla’s music still lives today. Selena Quintanilla was born April 16th, 1971 to her parents, Abraham and Marcella Quintanilla.…
As the streets are filled with colorful banners made of tissue paper: papel picado, extravagant floats, and girls in bright dresses dancing side to side with men dressed in Mexican and French army troop costumes while surrounded by chanting crowds, screaming “! Victoria, victoria!” in order to honor the improbable win that happened on May 5, 1862, known as the famous Cinco de Mayo.…
The Origin of the Mariachi Music from very remote times has been part of people's lives. Simple sounds that could create a rhythm can be considered music. For instance, in the region of Mexico, music existed before the colonization of the Spanish people. Throughout the years, different rhythms and instruments were created and adapted. Consequently, little by little distinct genres and groups of music were form and known.…
A Mariachi is a musical group that are originally from Mexico, consisting at least two violinist, two trumpets, a Spanish guitar, a vihuela, and a guitarrón. The word mariachi was considered to be derived from marriage, which is the French word for marriage, since mariachi often performed at weddings. Mariachi music as we know today is originated Jalisco, Mexico. Mariachi is sound, also known as son, is a mixture of Spanish, native and African traditions, which differs form region to region. The music, from the beginning, was dance music.…
The origins of Mariachi music dates back hundreds of years, but in the form modern society knows it the Mariachi began in the nineteenth century in the Mexican state of Jalisco. The culture of Mexico is identified by their food, language, traditions, and most importantly music. Music is a huge part of the Mexican culture, today mariachi music and bands are associated with Mexico by default. The first existing roots of Mariachis are uncertain, but Mexico takes great pride in its enchanting rhythms and differentiation of music. The music identifies the Mexican culture with its instruments, clothes, and influences.…
Most people believe “El Chupacabra” is a myth while others don't. Although many have claimed that they have seen it, they don’t have proof. It may just be some stray dog, or canine-type creature. One of the pieces of evidence goes something like this "It can change colors at will, has a hairy, reptilian body with spines all along its back and an obsession with blood. El Chupacabra translated into English means "the goat-sucker," because that's exactly what it does.…
Before coming to Full Sail University, I had encountered many obstacles that tried to detour or distract me. One in particular placed a great deal of doubt in my mind and made me question was this what beyond doubt I wanted to do, or who I wanted to become. Pondering should I desert my family that is grieving over our loved one, or follow dreams that she, my grandmother, hoped I’d accomplish? With each passing day that college was approaching this complex question tore me in two. The both of you have doubts I’ve proven that neither of you grasp what computer animation can do, nor where it can lead to moreover that’s what frightens you.…
Student’s Name Professor’s Name Course Date Chicano culture Dear (Name) I have read an article that I find interesting; this document gives an explanation on the Chicaco’s culture and how women adopted it in their fight for equality in the world. The Chicanas is a movement that brought together women in the post World War 2 so that they may break the males ‘dominance in the world.…
I am very interested in the Hispanic cultural. I have put a lot into getting to know this culture by visiting the Niagara cafe and talking to my friend Hugo who I have interviewed for this paper. He identifies as Mexican American, and is “hispanish and Latino” he says. This means he is ethnically and racially part of the Hispanic Community. “Only about 25 percent of Hispanic Americans use Hispanic or Latino to describe themselves” (page 217).…
For the culture shock assignment, I decided that I would go to a Mexican grocery store. I went to Bonito Michoacán. Before going, I decided that in order to have the best experience I would have to look around the whole store and buy something. To make things more exciting I decided I would buy something to make for lunch and possibly a treat. On my way there, I was kind of nervous.…
Brief History of Taco Bell In 1962, Glen Bell released his first Taco Bell restaurant in Downey, California and he focused on apprentices, voyaging business people and the soldierly. The menu comprised predominantly of tacos and burritos in addition to refreshments. After two years, the first Taco Bell establishment was sold. By 1978 Taco Bell had 868 restaurants which had some expertise in offering tacos, burritos and a couple of other nourishment things.…