Mediation - an email to a friend (en-de)
Objective:
Learners practice extracting information from a text in English to write an email in German.
Content and methods:
Mediation skills are practiced with a written interview in chat format. The student summarizes and rephrases the most important aspects in an email to a friend.
Competencies:
- Reading comprehension
- Mediation
- Writing an email
Target group and level:
Grades 9+
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Target group and level
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Mediation - an email to a friend (en-de)
An interview
You've come across this interview and you know your friend in Germany would love to hear about it.
Read the interview and send them an email.
Interview with an Expert on Music in New Orleans
Good morning! Today we're discussing the rich musical heritage of New Orleans. Can you start by telling us why New Orleans is known as the birthplace of jazz?
Absolutely! New Orleans is considered the birthplace of jazz because it was here that the genre first took shape. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, musicians like Buddy Bolden began blending African, Cuban, and European musical traditions, creating a unique sound that laid the foundation for jazz. The city's vibrant cultural mix and its historic Congo Square played key roles in this development.
That's fascinating! How did other musical styles influence New Orleans jazz?
New Orleans jazz was influenced by various musical styles, including African rhythms, European classical music, and Cuban habanera. The city's brass band tradition also contributed, as these bands often played in parades and funerals, incorporating improvisation and syncopation. Musicians like Jelly Roll Morton added what he called the 'Spanish tinge,' blending Afro-Cuban rhythms into jazz, further enriching its sound.
Can you tell us more about the role of brass bands in New Orleans music?
Certainly! Brass bands have been a staple of New Orleans music since the 19th century. They were originally military bands, but they adapted to local traditions, performing at social events like parades, picnics, and funerals. This led to the 'second line' tradition, where bands play upbeat music, encouraging everyone to join in. Modern brass bands like the Dirty Dozen Brass Band continue this lively tradition.
What about the influence of Sicilian and Cuban music on New Orleans jazz?
Sicilian and Cuban music significantly influenced New Orleans jazz. Sicilian immigrants, who arrived in the late 1800s, brought their musical traditions, which merged with local sounds. The Cuban habanera rhythm also became a fundamental part of jazz, known as the 'Spanish tinge.' Musicians from Havana and New Orleans would travel between cities, spreading these rhythms, which can be heard in early jazz compositions.
How has New Orleans music evolved over time, particularly in the genres of rhythm & blues and hip-hop?
New Orleans music has continually evolved, embracing new genres like rhythm & blues and hip-hop. After World War II, artists like Fats Domino pioneered rhythm & blues, which laid the groundwork for rock & roll. In hip-hop, labels like No Limit Records and Cash Money Records brought local talent to the forefront, with artists like Lil' Wayne and Master P gaining national fame. Bounce music, a local hip-hop style, is also gaining popularity.