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LOS FOLKLORISTAS Wednesday, May 9, 2007 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, Suffolk What’s Inside: What to Expect 2 Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts 3 Meet the Company 4-5 40 Years of Folkloristas 6 Los Folkloristas’ Instruments 7 History of Mexico 8-9 Teachable Moments 10 Activities 11 Arts Festival Calender 12 This Arts Event is made possible in part by the Virginia Commission for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts 2 What to Expect Getting on and off the bus Most of the students, teachers, parents and school administrators will arrive at the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts by bus. Plan to arrive at least twenty minutes before the show. You will get on and off the bus at the same location, so make sure to remember where your bus is parked. Bus Drivers Buses should turn into the Suffolk Center, drop of students in the front, and await instructions on parking. You will be directed to park by Suffolk Police Officers. Teachers/Chaperones Festival staff and volunteers will be present to greet and direct you into the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts. Please make sure that your group stays together and remains orderly and calm. Once inside, please present your seating voucher to the usher who will seat your group. After the performance, leave as a group and find your bus. Audience Etiquette You’re in for a real treat - experiencing a musical performance by a nationally renowned group! Here are a few tips for your enjoyment as well as for that of others: Lights that are on before and after the performance are called “house lights.” They will flicker when it’s time for you to stop talking and get settled in your seat. Make sure to turn off your cellular phone before the lights go down. Photographing or taping the show is not allowed Feel free to applaud at the end of each segment of the show. Do not talk to anyone during the performances; do not yell at the performers. Stay in your seat. If you need to use the restroom, wait for a break between the performances. Outside food is not allowed in the theater, so plan to eat before or after the show. The Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts is located in the heart of downtown Suffolk, Virginia. After the show, take a moment to think about what you liked best, what was different from what you expected, and what you’d like to see more of. Then e-mail us at education@ virginiaartsfest.com with any comments or questions – we’d love to hear from you! (And thanks for being part of another Virginia Arts Festival WorldClass® Education performance!) Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts The closing of a High School and the dream come true that followed. Suffolk High School was built in 1922. It had the classic appearance of that era, an inviting design that looked like a school ought to look. But the city closed it in 1990 and consolidated its students with those of Suffolk’s other high schools into two new facilities. The other three high schools became middle schools, but Suffolk High School was left to sit empty and soon began to disintegrate from within. In 1996, the city council invited the public to discuss its future. A public-private partnership was born and work began in August, 2004. The Suffolk Center’s grand opening was in late spring, 2006. In addition to a fantastic season of world-class performers in the theater, the Suffolk Center offers a variety of classes for children and adults, changing exhibits in the galleries, and education activities for visitors of all ages. The Suffolk Center has a number of beautiful and unique spaces for rental events, meetings or receptions. The goal of the Suffolk Center is to encourage and advocate the visual and performing arts by providing a forum where diverse audiences can actively participate in cultural experiences, providing citizens of Suffolk and visitors with a chance to learn more about themselves and their world. All information above provided by the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts’ website: www.suffolkcenter.org For more information, contact the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts at 757-923-0003 3 CLASSES FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS Art Matting & Framing Introduction to the Wheel Are you ready to get your hands dirty? Here’s your chance to learn the ancient art of wheel throwing in an intimate classroom setting. Participants at all levels are encouraged to learn how to center, form and glaze. Work produced during class will be fired. Put your favorite image under glass. Here’s your chance to learn how to mat & frame that special work of art or beloved photo. Explore basic matting and framing techniques with a seasoned professional. Sculpting Participants will explore the basics of taking a picture and learn methods and techniques to make every picture an image to be proud of. Low relief to high relief and full 3-D sculpture taught. From design to armature creation and finished sculpture, talented local artist/instructor will guide you through the world of sculpture. Beginners and experienced artists are invited. Figure Drawing The practice of drawing from life is a centuries old tradition and is considered a classic part of an artist’s training. This informal workshop is for artists of any level to practice drawing directly from a model. Oil Painting Painters of any level can sign-up for this fun, but college-style oil painting workshop. Instruction will be basic to advanced, with special emphasis on the studio traditions of the Masters. Painting instruction will be geared to the needs of the individual student or artist. Introduction to Basic Photography Kids’ Arts Class This is a 7 week totally fun “arts sampler” class geared towards youngsters. Each week the young talented students will learn about a different art form by creating their own art. Topics included will be pottery, painting, drawing and much more. Kids’ Dance The Suffolk Center has two spacious dance studios, featuring large windows, sprung floors, and an excellent sound system. Lessons include: Mommy And Me Dance Kinderdance Hip Hop Tap/ballet Combo Ballet Tap Jazz 4 Meet the Company THE MEMBERS OF LOS FOLKLORISTAS Olga has been the in the group for over 20 years singing lead vocals in her own infectious style and playing various percussions and strings. If not founder of Los Folkloristas, Olga is a pioneer in the origin of Los Folkloristas and has contributed in the knowledge of Latin-American music, genres, and instruments by sharing the stage and work with almost all ex-Folklorists. OLGA ALANÍS Jose is one of the two original Folkloristas still with the group since its origin. Besides acting as principle arranger for the group, “Pepe” also runs the group’s record label, Discos Pueblo. He was recently very involved in the creation of the soundtrack to the movie “My Family” which was produced by Francis Ford Coppola and directed by Gregory Nava. He has privileged ear combined with profound musical knowledge and the experience of a life dedicated to many areas of music. JOSÉ ÁVILA Enrique began his musical journey in traditional Latin American music in 1982 in the group “Painani.” He founded the seminal group “Zazhil,” performing Latin folk music and providing accompaniment for the Ballet Folkloricos of Amalia Hernandez, Syliva Lozano, and Nieves Paniagua. They also produced 7 recordings and recorded with such popular singers as Amparo Ochoa, Oscar Chavez, and Tehua. Enrique currently resides in Mexico City and plays strings, flutes, and percussion for “Los Folkloristas.” ENRIQUE HERNÁNDEZ Meet the Company 5 Adrian is one of the groups’ founding members, joined as a performer on year after Los Folkloristas’ inception. He has provided many of the arrangements for the traditional material from Mexico and has also composed several original pieces, which have been recorded by Los Folkloristas. He plays violin, guitars, and other assorted strings. ADRIÁN NIETO Gabriela is one of the newest members of the group joining in the spring of 1993. She sings alto and plays a variety of instruments. As guitarist and singer she founds with the historian Antonio Alvitia the duet “Hojas Sueltas.” GABRIELA RODRÍGUEZ Born in Mexico City, Omar began studying Mathematics at the University of Mexico. When he was given the chance to continue with his music studies, his lifelong vocation, he quit school and joined the andina music group Inti raimi and later, joined the groups Inkallajta and Sariri. Omar studied music and guitar in the Escuela de la Música Mexicana and it was on the wind instruments that he focused the most. His work with diverse types of quenas, zampoñas and flutes moved him toward folkloric music. Omar joined Los Folkloristas at the beginning of 2001 spreading his knowledge and experience with great enthusiasm. OMAR VALDEZ Born in Mexico City of Oaxacan parents, Efren began to play guitar at age 12. He performed with “Vuelta a la Izquierda” and “Siembra” acquiring experience with traditional Mexican musical instruments. He also began to explore the popular music of Latin America performing on electric bass. Since 1988, Efren has been part of the musical accompaniment to “Musical de Mexica,” the national touring company of folk dance. In 2001, Efran recorded with the Kronos Quartet. He joined Los Folkloristas in January of 1999. EFRÉN VARGAS Source: www.losfolkloristas.com.mx www.sroartists.com 6 40 Years of Folkloristas 40 Years LOS FOLKLORISTAS The Albums Los Folkloristas started recording as soon as they created the group in 1966. They began with a homemade recording, and soon after, they were professionally recording under the mantle of other companies and institutions until in 1973, they founded their own recording label Discos Pueblo. 35 Años (2003) 25 Años (1991) El Son Mexicano (2001) Concierto de Aniversario (1991) Caminos De Los Andes (2000) Mexico (1990) Colores Latinoamericanos (1998) Mexico US Version (1990) Nueva Canión )1996) Mexico: Horizonte Musical (1981) 30 Años (1995) Nuestra América Negra (1980) Latinoamerica (1995) Canton a Los Niños (1978) Coplas y Tonadas (1993) Viaje Por Latinoamérica (1973) Source: www.losfolkloristas.com.mx Celebrating their 40th anniversary season, Mexico’s “Los Folkloristas” continue their mission set in 1966 “to preserve & record the traditional music of Mexico and Latin America.” Carrying more than 100 instruments in their collection, and performing music from up to 15 different countries and pre-Columbian Mexico, a performance with this seven-member ensemble is like taking a musical journey through Latin America. Whether on traditional guitars and violins, or with dried butterfly cocoons, turtle shells, and the Yaqui water drum, Los Folkloristas perform the traditional music of Latin America with expertise and spirit. Since 1966, their revered ensemble has traveled extensively across the countries of Central and South America as well as Mexico, learning their music first-hand on many occasions from village elders and regional campesino musicians. The group has released nearly 30 recordings in Mexico, South America, Europe, and the United States as well as contributing to the soundtracks of the American movie Under Fire and the award-winning El Norte and My Family (Mi Familia). Instruments Los Folkloristas’ Instruments 7 Pre-Colombian South American Ocarina Ocarinas Ocarinas are clay flutes shaped like various animals from pre-Columbian times. The Ocarina has finger holes and a mouth piece and comes in all different sizes, the larger ones having a mellow, hollow tone. Tambor de agua The tambo de agua is a water drum from the Yaqui Indians of Northern Mexico. It is a large gourd, hollowed out and floating in a tub of water. It produces a very deep bass sound when it is struck with a rubber stick. Palo de lluvia or palo de agua The palo de llubia (rainstick), or palo de agua (waterstick), is a musical instrument used Since in many communities from ancestral times to present day. It derives its name from the beginning, the sound of falling rain that the instrument produces. Rainsticks are made from Los Folkloristas cacti and pebbles found in the deserts of Northern Chile. The sound is produced has made it very clear as it is tilted, allowing the pebbles to run through its hollow shape. that the folkloric music that they play has to be made with the instruments Vihuela which give the piece its Mexico has a very wide variety of guitar-like original sounds. With instruments. The most well known ones are used this ongoing task of in the Mariachi music style, which also includes trumpets, violins, a guitarron (bass guitar), etc. instrumental compilation The vihuela is a guitar-like instrument but slightly and learning, the group smaller. The back of the body is made in a rather has assembled over 100 high vault. Around the edges of the front and back musical instruments are thick strips of a rounded ornamental border. from throughout Latin Vihuela America. Among these Charango instruments are guitars, A charango is a tiny guitar that is made from an armadillo shell (it even has violins, many different the hair!). It has five pairs of strings. The third pair is an octave apart while flutes, rattles, reeds, rasps, the other pairs are in unison. and drums. These instruments are acquired in small cities, rancherias and small towns during their work and research trips. The group obtains most of the instruments from the original manufacturer or from the skillful hands of artisans. Each instrument has its own history and brings a unique sound to the music. Sources: www.atlasofpluckedinstruments.com http://wayanay.com Charango 8 History of Mexico THE ROAD TO INDEPENDENCE In the beginning… There is evidence of human existence in México since 20,000 B.C. In Tepéxpan, to the North of the Valley of México, the remains of a human corpse were found beside those of a mammoth. Using a special test, these remains were dated at approximately 10,000 B.C. The American continent was isolated during many centuries which explains the originality of its civilization. Northern México was populated by peoples who lived from hunting and collecting in a desert or semi-desert geographical environment. The South was populated by agricultural societies. While there were many native cultures in México, six in particular are considered to be the most influential. The Olmecs México’s first-established culture had far-reaching influence and later groups are known to have borrowed heavily from them. Widely known today for their colossal heads, the Olmec influence extended across Mexico into Central America. Teotihuacans From the decline of the Olmecs emerged Teotihuacán, first settled in 300 B.C. By 150 A.D., it had grown to become the first true metropolis of what is now called North America. This city-state, located on the central highland of México, covered an area of 22.5 sq. km. and its population reached 200,000 inhabitants by the year 350 A.D. Being the most highly urbanized center in the New World, its religious, political and economical influence covered almost all the Mesoamerican territory. The Toltecs The Toltec civilization took the reigns of cultural and political power in Mexico from about 700 A.D. Many of the Toltecs were comprised of northern desert peoples. They fused their proud desert heritage with the mighty civilized culture of Teotihuacan. This heritage gave rise to a new empire in Mexico that reached as far south as Central America and as far north as the Southwestern United States. The Mayans Another great civilization was that of the Maya civilization. The period between 250 A.D. and 650A.D. saw an intense flourishing of civilized accomplishments. While the many Maya city-states never achieved political unity on the order of the central Mexican civilizations, they exerted a great intellectual influence upon Mexico and Central America. They controlled a huge empire, created complex systems of mathematics, and built some of the most elaborate cities on the continent. Of all the indigenous cultures, they are considered to have been the most influential. The Zapotec and Mixtec The Zapotec and Mixtec cultures developed in the Valley of Oaxaca. They were magnificent builders and artists who created great temples, pottery, and metal work. Remarkably, the two ancient cultures still survive today in the State of Oaxaca. The Aztecs With the decline of the Toltec civilization came fragmentation in the Valley of Mexico. Into this new game of political contenders to the Toltec throne stepped outsiders: the Mexica. They were a proud desert people, one of seven groups who formerly called themselves “Azteca” but changed their name after years of migrating. In the Florentine Codex, Aztec Warriors are shown. The Mexica, who were coined “Aztecs” by European anthropologists, never thought of themselves as heirs to the prestigious civilizations that had preceded them. In 1428, they led a war of liberation against their rulers from History of Mexico the city of Azcapotzalco. The revolt was successful, and the Mexica managed to pull off a true “underdog” story. They became the rulers of central Mexico At their peak, 300,000 Aztecs presided over a wealthy tribute-empire comprising around 10 million people, almost half of Mexico’s then-estimated population of 24 million. This empire stretched from ocean to ocean, and extended into Central America. By 1519, the Aztec capital, Tenochtitlan, was the largest city in the world with a population of around 350,000 (although some estimates range as high as 500,000). By comparison, the population of London in 1519 was 80,000 people. Tenochtitlan is the site of modern-day Mexico City. Spanish Conquest The native civilizations of Mexico were invaded by Spain in 1519, and two years later, the Aztec capital of Tenochtitlan was conquered. Contrary to popular opinion, Spain did not conquer all of Mexico in 1521. It would take another two centuries after the overtaking of Tenochtitlan before the Conquest of Mexico would be complete. Tenochtitlan, looking east. From the mural painting at the National Museum of Anthropology, Mexico City. Painted in 1930 by Dr. Atl. The Colonial Period (1521-1810) The Spanish defeat of the Mexica in 1521 marked the beginning of a 300 year-long colonial period. During the colonial period, Mexico was known as “New Spain”. Spaniards became familiar with claiming all lands they walked across and all the land drained by the rivers they saw. They walked over a good part of North America looking for treasures and subsequently claimed all the land. Finding no treasures or sedentary Indian tribes they could control, they retreated back to their homes in Mexico. The result was a lot of closely guarded maps that showed a lot of territory, but not much else. 9 Mexican War of Independence After Napoleon I invaded Spain in 1807 and put his brother on the Spanish throne, Napoleon’s liberal policies followed. Thus an unlikely alliance was Mexico 1847 formed in Mexico named liberales, or Liberals, who favored a democratic Mexico. The Liberals and other parties agreed only that Mexico must achieve independence and determine her own destiny. With the weakness of Napoleon’s army, Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, a Catholic priest of Spanish descent and progressive ideas, declared Mexico’s independence from Spain in the small town of Dolores on September 16, 1810. This act started the long war that eventually led to the official recognition of independence from Spain in 1821 and the creation of the First Mexican Empire. The war for independence lasted eleven years until the troops of the liberating army entered Mexico City in 1821. Thus, although independence from Spain was first proclaimed in 1810, it was not achieved until 1821, by the Treaty of Córdoba. In 1821, Agustín de Iturbide, a former Spanish general who switched sides to fight for Mexican independence, proclaimed himself emperor but only officially as a temporary measure until a member of European royalty could become monarch of Mexico. A revolt against Iturbide in 1823 established the United Mexican States. In 1824, “Guadalupe Victoria” became the first president of the new country. His given name was actually Félix Fernández, but he chose his new name for symbolic significance: Guadalupe to give thanks for the protection of Our Lady of Guadalupe, and Victoria, which means Victory. Source: en.wikipedia.org www.mexican-embassy.dk/history.html 10 Teachable Moments Caribbean Sea North Atlantic Ocean South America South Pacific Ocean Los Folkloristas are not simply singers or instrumentalists but people who express their heritage, folklore, and culture. The musicians accumulate songs, stories, instruments, and traditions as they travel throughout South America. As they meet people face to face, Los Folkloristas spend hours with village elders and masters of local styles. South Atlantic Ocean Help Los Folkloristas find their way by locating and labeling each country and its capital in South America. Activities 11 Create your Own Music Instruments Drum – Stretch a balloon over a jar and fasten with a rubber band. Students can beat with different materials as drumsticks. Tambourine – Staple or glue two paper plates together facing each other. Using a hole punch, make holes around the plates and tie jingle bells to the holes with string. Decorate with crayons. Pan Pipes – Cut large drinking straws in different lengths. Put the straws in order of size and tape them together. Now you can blow across each one and listen to the sound it makes. Hint: Short straws play high notes; longer straws play lower notes. Kazoo - Have students fold a piece of tissue paper over the tooth edge of a comb. To play, hum through the tissue paper. Guitar – Remove the cover of an empty shoe box. Stretch the rubber bands around the box and attach a ruler or stick to the back of the box on one end to act as the arm of the guitar. To play, strum or pluck the rubber bands. Further Sailing Books for students De Colores and other Latin American Folk Songs for Children Arranged by José-Luis Orozco and illustrated by Elisa Klevan Ages 6-9 A collection of folk art accompanied by songs from locales ranging from Argentina to the Dominican Republic. Complete with music and lyrics in both Spanish and English, De Colores completes any children’s bookshelf. Hands-on Latin America: Art Activities for All Ages Designed and arranged by Yvonne Young Merrill This collection of craft activities is based on the great pre-Columbian civilizations of Latin America, with a nod to contemporary folk art. The projects include jewelry, masks and clothing items, models made from Styrofoam, musical instruments, and decorations. Little Book of Latin American Folktales By Carmen Diana Dearden Ages 6-9 A collection told by storytellers who bring a very Latin American flavor to what were originally European stories. When stories travel, they change. New storytellers draw on elements of their own culture, place and time, and adapt tales to their own worlds. Corn is Maize: the Gift of the Indians By Aliki Ages 5-9 An easy-to-read story about the science and role of corn, or more correctly maize, in the life of South and North American Indians and the Europeans who received the Indian’s life-sustaining gift. Aliki’s easy reading style and fun pictures hide a wealth of scientific and cultural information. Virginia Arts Festival Calendar team Jennifer Warren Giddens Education Director Adam Pitzen Research and Writing / Education Assistant Lisa Dagley Page Design and Layout 12 April 17 19 20 20 21 22 22 23 24 25 25 26 27 28 29 29 30 Andre Rieu Gil Shaham & Friends Virginia International Tattoo David Hurd Virginia International Tattoo Virginia International Tattoo Cor Meibion Morlais John Williams & John Etheridge Academy of Ancient Music Portfolio Weekly Music Series Reduced Shakespeare Co. Reduced Shakespeare Co. Reduced Shakespeare Co. Reduced Shakespeare Co. Reduced Shakespeare Co. Chanticleer Chanticleer 8:00 PM 7:30 PM 7:30 PM 8:00 PM 7:30 PM 2:30 PM 7:30 PM 7:30 PM 7:30 PM 7:30 PM 8:00 PM 8:00 PM 8:00 PM 4:00 & 8:00 PM 2:00 PM 7:30 PM 7:30 PM Constant Convocation Center, ODU (N) Ohef Sholom Temple (N) Scope Arena (N) Christ & St. Luke’s Church (N) Scope Arena (N) Scope Arena (N) St. John’s Episcopal Church (H) TCC Roper Performing Arts Center (N) Trinity Episcopal Church (P) Granby Theater (N) Wells Theatre (N) Wells Theatre (N) Wells Theatre (N) Wells Theatre (N) Wells Theatre (N) Great Bridge Presbyterian Church (C) First Presbyterian Church (VB) Cheryl Bentyne 7:30 PM Lunchtime Chamber Music Concert I Noon Bir. Royal Ballet The Sleeping Beauty 7:30 PM Bir. Royal Ballet The Sleeping Beauty 7:30 PM Bir. Royal Ballet The Sleeping Beauty 2:30 PM Anonymous 4 7:30 PM Anonymous 4 7:30 PM Los Folkloristas 7:30 PM PANorama Caribbean Music Fest PANorama Caribbean Music Fest PANorama Caribbean Music Fest Brentano String Quartet Itzhak Perlman 7:30 PM Matthew Haimovitz 7:30 PM Lunchtime Chamber Music Concert II Noon Evening Chamber Music 7:30 PM Lula Washington Dance Theatre 8:00 PM Virginia Beer Festival 1:00-7:00 PM Pocahontas 7:30 PM JoAnn Falletta & Friends 7:30 PM Pocahontas 7:30 PM The 5 Browns 7:30 PM Fairport Convention 7:30 PM Lula Washington Dance Theatre 7:30 PM Lunchtime Chamber Music Concert III Noon Riverdance 8:00 PM Riverdance 2:00 & 8:00 PM Big Bad Voodoo Daddy 8:00 PM Riverdance 2:30 & 7:30 PM The Gene Krupa Orchestra 7:00 PM The Gene Krupa Orchestra 7:00 PM Lunchtime Chamber IV Noon Portfolio Weekly Music Seires 7:30 PM Virginia Chamber Players 7:30 PM Music & Wines 7:30 PM Granby Theater (N) Chrysler Museum Theater (N) Chrysler Hall (N) Chrysler Hall (N) Chrysler Hall (N) Trinity Episcopal Church (P) Christ & St. Luke’s Church (N) Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts (S) (VB) (VB) (VB) Ohef Sholom Temple (N) Chrysler Hall (N) The NorVa (N) Trinity Episcopal Church (P) Phi Beta Kappa Hall (W) Attucks Theatre (N) Town Point Park (N) TCC Roper Performing Arts Center (N) Sacred Heart Church (N) Phi Beta Kappa Hall (W) Ferguson Center for the Arts, CNU (NN) Granby Theater (N) Ferguson Center for the Arts, CNU (NN) Ferguson Center for the Arts, CNU (NN) Ferguson Center for the Arts, CNU (NN) Ferguson Center for the Arts, CNU (NN) Cavalier Hotel Beach Club (VB) Ferguson Center for the Arts, CNU (NN) Cavalier Hotel Beach Club (VB) Palace Theatre, Cape Charles (CC) First Presbyterian Church (VB) Granby Theater (N) Chandler Hall, ODU (N) Wessex Hall, Williamsburg Winery (W) May Student Arts Information & Lessons All rights reserved. © 2007 Photocopying and duplicating for educational purposes only. 2 3 4 5 6 6 7 8 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 18 19 19 21 22 23 24 24 25 25 26 26 27 27 28 30 30 30 31 June 1 Eroica Trio Under the Stars 2 Arturo Sandoval 3 The Crooked Road Project (CC) Cape Charles (H) Hampton (N) Norfolk (NN) Newport News 8:00 PM Sunken Garden, College of Wm & Mary (W) 8:00 PM Sunken Garden, College of Wm & Mary (W) 7:00 PM Sunken Garden, College of Wm & Mary (W) (P) Portsmouth (S) Suffolk (VB) Virginia Beach (W) Williamsburg