EPISODE · Mar 31, 2021 · 47 MIN
Fabiola's L.A.B.
from Dexter's L.A.B. · host dexterslab
The National Museum of American History describes the cuatro as a five double string guitar-like instrument used to play música jíbara, Puerto Rican country music. On this episode of Dexter's L.A.B, J. Cottle speaks with Fabiola Méndez, an amazing musician whose primary instrument also happens to be the national instrument of Puerto Rico. They discuss Fabiola's culture and identity, her process and perspective as a Cuatrista, composer and educator. They also talk about adapting other works for the musical medium and embracing tradition, while also moving it forward. Learn more about Fabiola Méndez and her music at https://www.fabiolamendezmusic.com/. Follow Fabiola on social media: - Facebook: @FabiolaMendezMusic - Instagram: @fabiolamari20 - Explore her music on Spotify! Learn more about Live Arts Boston at www.tbf.org/LAB. Learn more about the Boston Foundation at www.tbf/org. Learn more about Dunamis at www.dunamisboston.org. Follow us! - Twitter: @bostonfdn / @dunamisboston - Instagram: @bostonfdn / @dunamisboston - Facebook: @TheBostonFoundation / @dunamisboston - LinkedIn: The Boston Foundation / Dunamis Boston
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