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...program, Third Stream, which emphasized learning music by ear. Two particular courses influenced her deeply: one on North Indian classical music with sitarist Peter Row, and another on African music and ethnomusicology. Outside the classroom, Monson was introduced to other genres of music, and played everything from Klezmer to salsa. After a few years, Monson returned to school, this time to study ethnomusicology. She began to examine the improvisational process through the lens of social history. In discussing what moved her to write critically about music and politics, she says, “I didn’t want...
...percussionist Chano Pozo. In 1961 Barretto recorded the boogaloo tune El Watusi, among the few Latin jazz songs to hit the Billboard charts. Named a Jazz Master by the National Endowment for the Arts, he formed a decades-long partnership with the Latin pop label Fania, where he popularized salsa music...
...self-respect. To eliminate hazing, the program does away with the pledge system--all recruits are equal members from Day One. Alcohol is allowed, but booze-free activities are encouraged. The George Washington University chapter does yoga together. At Miami University in Ohio, fraternity brothers learn how to salsa-dance and cook traditional Mexican meals...
...casual lunches head to Poncho & Lefty's Cantina & Restaurante, tel: (1-808) 326 2171. The tortillas and nachos are a bit oily, but the salsa is beautifully fiery. If you're thinking about a midday drink, be warned: the margaritas are made with intemperate amounts of tequila. Have more than one, and you may end up face down in the guacamole. Best wait for a sundowner at Lulu's, tel: (1-808) 331 2633. This Kona institution is especially popular with a younger crowd and offers ocean views as well as live music...
...with locals and tourists alike. If the super-sized plates of eggs, bacon and potatoes are too much, try the homemade waffles. For casual lunches head to Poncho & Lefty's Cantina & Restaurante, tel: (1-808) 326 2171. The tortillas and nachos are a bit oily, but the salsa is beautifully fiery. If you're thinking about a midday drink, be warned: the margaritas are made with intemperate amounts of tequila. Have more than one, and you may end up face down in the guacamole. Best wait for a sundowner at Lulu's, tel: (1-808) 331 2633. This Kona institution...