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(Sample) Week #42 OTHER LANDS AND LANGUAGES SONGS

Week #42
Other Lands and Languages Songs
This is week 42 of the year and we will be celebrating Other Lands and Languages Songs, by delving into the songs and applying concepts to create more joy and connection during caregiving routines with music.
The songs are:
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Featured Song
CIELITO LINDO
“Cielito Lindo” ” is a Mexican folk song written by Quirino Mendoza y Cortez. It became popular in 1882 and the title can be roughly translated into “Lovely Sweet One.” “Cielito Lindo” is often played by mariachi bands and is considered by some to be an unofficial anthem of Mexico. However, lyrics may vary widely between performers and many singers add a new verse ac-cording to his or her own interpretation. This rendition includes the more traditional verses. |
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Cielito Lindo Here is Enrique Iglesias and Luciano Pavarotti singing a beautiful version of Cielito Lindo. I hope you enjoy it!
Creative Ideas
HOW TO USE THE MUSIC
Try humming or singing along with the provided recording, or one of your choosing for increased feeling of ______.
Listen to a recording to create a shared experience.
Listen while engaged in daily routines, to add a feeling of familiarity and comfort (if the song is known and loved)
Try reminiscing with the song history, or singers of the song. Look at pictures famous singers who performed the song.
SELF-CARE TIPS
Get a FREE Caregiver Kit from Alzheimer’s Caregiving and The Caregivers. (Their mission is to be a place for caregivers to find comfort, and resources to support you as the caregiver of a loved one facing Alzheimer’s/Dementia.)Share if you have any self-care tips or stories from this week at [email protected] |
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