Cape Verde Music
Cape Verde (04/05)
The official language is Portuguese, but most Cape Verdeans also speak a Creole dialect--Crioulo--which is based on archaic Portuguese but influenced by African and European languages. Cape Verde has a rich tradition of Crioulo literature and music. ... [Read More]
Background Notes Archive - Africa
U. S. Department of StateBackground Notes: Cape Verde, May 1998Released by the Office of Francophone West African Affairs, Bureau of African Affairs.Official Name: Republic of Cape VerdePROFILEGeographyArea: 4,033 sq. km. (1,557 sq. mi.), slightly larger than Rhode Island. Cities: Capital--Praia (pop. 78,675). Other city--Mindelo (pop. 53,300). Terrain: Rugged volcanic islands. Climate: Dry, temperate. PeopleNationality: Noun and adjective--Cape Verdean (s). Population (1995): 386,185. Annual growth rate (1994-2000): 2.5%. Ethnic groups: Creole (mixed African and Portuguese), African, European. Religions: Roman Catholic, Protestant. Languages: Portuguese (official); Crioulo (national). Education: Literacy (1994)--69.9%. Health: Infant mortality rate (1994)--48/1,000. Life expectancy (1994)--65.3 yrs. GovernmentType: Republic. Independence: July 5, 1975. Constitution: 1982; revised 1992. Branches: Executive--president (head of state), prime minister (head of government), C ... [Read More]
US Department Of State Post Report
Without a doubt, it's the internationally recognized music of Cape Verde that holds center stage. Music underpins Cape Verdean life. There are several musical forms that have evolved over the last 500 years. Some are essentially European, some are African and many lie in between the two. Latin American and Brazilian rhythms and styles can also be recognized. For such a small country, the variety of music seems unending. Types of music range from the more traditional, Portuguese-influenced Morna, with its bittersweet, melancholy sound created from the interplay of guitars and violins, to the livelier Funana with its African roots and unique percussion based rhythms. Like the Funana, the Tabanka and Batuko contain powerful rhythms, simple harmonies and much repetition. Another principal form of traditional music is the popular Coladera, which is a fast, danceable music with singing that is influenced by Afro-American music. Music maki ... [Read More]
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Economic Diplomacy in the New Millennium: New Priorities and Concerns
You may have traveled abroad and found you could easily buy U.S. products – such as music or medicines -- or go to a U.S. franchise restaurant. This is because of international agreements that have extended the protection of intellectual property -- copyrights, trademarks, and patents -- to foreign countries. Of course illegal copying of patented and copyrighted U.S. goods is still a major problem, so our diplomats are in constant contact with the governments where they are stationed to remind them that they must meet their obligations to protect registered copyrights, patents, and trademarks. ... [Read More]
WTO Section of the 2004 Annual Report of the President - US Department of State
television music from paying royalties to songwriters and music publishers. ... music copyright holders, in particular awareness-raising campaigns at the national ... in 1998 by the Fairness in Music Licensing Act, section 110(5) of the U.S. Copyright ... [Read More]
U.S. Trade Agenda
The United States should also live up to its obligations under WTO rules. In particular, the Administration needs the assistance of the Congress to come into compliance in cases dealing with the FSC / ETI law, the 1916 Act, the “Irish Music” copyright violation, the “Byrd Amendment,” section 211 of the Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1998, and hot-rolled steel. We recognize that each matter involves sensitive interests. Yet America should keep its word, just as we insist others must do. As the largest trading nation, the WTO rules serve U.S. interests. We will work closely with the Congress to determine approaches to resolve these issues. ... [Read More]
US Department Of State Post Report
Many talented groups of Ecuadorian musicians offer concerts and perform in the folk and jazz music houses. The music of the Andes is especially known for its use of pipes, guitars, percussion instruments, and the “charango,” a mandolinlike instrument fashioned from the body of an armadillo. For those who prefer a different kind of popular music, several good discotheques are located in town. ... The National Conservatory of Music accepts students for voice training and instruction in musical instruments, especially piano and violin. Students attending the schools normally used by the American community may receive instruction in a variety of instruments. Students must have their own musical instruments, although the schools do rent smaller instruments. ... [Read More]
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