Assignment 7
Selena & Shakira
After reading the powerpoint, listen to all 5 albums and compare Selena’s and Shakira’s
respective music to the Folkloric music of their culture. Please provide 5 comparisons for
each artist in full sentences.
Tejano Music meaning “Tex-Mex Music” is a fusion of Mexican vocal styles with popular Southwestern
U.S. styles. Conjunto is the original form of Tejano Music.
Cumbia originated in Colombia and soon became popular throughout Latin America.
1. Compare Selena’s music & the original Tejano music called Conjunto: