Conjunto Music

The in class presentation by our very own Conjunto music director here at Palo Alto, was outstanding. He brought each instrument to life while informing us of the background of the music he played as well. He gave us a detailed description of how and when Conjunto music got started. The presentation was very up front and interesting. He was able to present a song with each instrument. The accordion was the most interesting to me, his talent was amazing. The poem that was recited in three different languages was also very interesting and breathtaking to witness first hand. Hearing the soft aound of the flutes was relaxing, then the accordion made you feel as if you must stand to dance. Besides the playing of the instruments, the class was able to get a good idea of how this music came about. The entire background was very interesting as well. To realize were it all began and how so many cultures influenced it was a big shock. Over all the presentation was a very big success, I believe I can speak for everyone when I say I learned a great deal and walked away with a much better understanding of where this music comes from and exactly how it sounds.