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I, Too, Sing – Session 3: Lizette, ma chêre amie
November 1, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm EST
Goals
Learn the history of slavery in Louisiana.
Learn about the structure of this song.
Published in 1942, “Five Creole Songs” as arranged by Camille Nickerson were published to introduce and educate the general public about Afro-Creole culture in Louisiana. Through the lens of these pieces, students will learn about the history of Afro-creoles in Louisiana, the contributions of Afro- Creoles to classical music, while learning musical terminology and song structure.
In this third session, learn about the song “Lizette, ma chêre amie” and its significance.
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