Report 8 (Ranchera Song): CD 2. Select ONE of the following:

a) Track 21, Copa Tras Copa (Pedro Infante)

b) Track 22, Volver Volver (Vicente Fernández)

c) Track 23, Tragos Amargos (Ramón Ayala)

Instructions:

Include the title, the name of the composer (if known) and of the performer. Describe the singing style. Comment on the vocalist’s breath control and vowel placement. Was there use of chest voice or falsete? Comment on the lyrics (see translations in course reader) . Is the song defiant, tender, passionate, remorseful, detached? Is there any imagery used? Is there any message? Identify the type of instrumental accompaniment.