Flaco Jiménez and the Accordion: Global Intersections
Texas-Mexican accordion music, called conjunto, has historically formed a symbol of cultural identity for the rural, working-class, border community. Yet, in recent years, artists like Flaco Jiménez have pushed the boundaries of the tradition through global performances, the use of popular music, and collaborations with mainstream rock stars like Dwight Yoakam and the Rolling Stones. This presentation traces the life and career of Flaco Jiménez.
Monday, March 14 at 3:00 pm
Presented by Erin Bauer, Assistant Professor, Music
Lectures will be held on Mondays at 3 p.m. in the Olm Fellowship Hall of Fairhaven Senior Services, 435 West Starin Road, Whitewater. They are open to the public. Registration is not required. Masks may be required in common areas at Fairhaven Senior Services. Please be prepared on arrival. Lectures will be recorded and posted to our website and YouTube channel. Videos of lectures in this series and in past series can be accessed for free any time after they are posted online.
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