http://deimos3.apple.com/WebObjects/Core.woa/Browse/itunes.open.ac.uk.1542310663.01542310672 Open University A Buen Puerto: fast forward in Spanish - For iPod/iPhone This is an advanced-level course using a variety of authentic materials from Spain and Latin America to improve your language skills and knowledge of Spanish-speaking societies. The course has seven themes that give a broad introduction to different aspects of Spanish-speaking countries. These are: cultural diversity, art, society, languages in contact, science and technology, trade and employment and the environment. The course includes face-to-face or teleconference tutorials. This material is taken from the Open University course L314 A buen puerto: fast forward in Spanish. Language Open University no Documentary on Flamenco: its origins, various people's definitions, its connection with the Romany and oral traditions. Documentary on Flamenco: its origins, various people's definitions, its connection with the Romany and oral traditions. Documentary on Flamenco: its origins, various people's definitions, its connection with the Romany and oral traditions. 1667285714 Wed, 03 Sep 2008 20:55:21 GMT Open University 0:06:00 no Language Open University A description of the numerous influences on flamenco music. A description of the numerous influences on flamenco music. A description of the numerous influences on flamenco music. 1667285718 Wed, 03 Sep 2008 20:54:21 GMT Open University 0:01:47 no Language Open University Description of a flamenco club: both a place to meet and enjoy flamenco and an association which organises concerts, dance classes etc Description of a flamenco club: both a place to meet and enjoy flamenco and an association which organises concerts, dance classes etc Description of a flamenco club: both a place to meet and enjoy flamenco and an association which organises concerts, dance classes etc 1667285722 Wed, 03 Sep 2008 20:53:21 GMT Open University 0:02:06 no Language Open University An exploration of social, political and economic aspects of flamenco. Whereas artists used to have a lowly status, that's now changed. They no longer have to jump for the person who "pays the piper". An exploration of social, political and economic aspects of flamenco. Whereas artists used to have a lowly status, that's now changed. They no longer have to jump for the person who "pays the piper". An exploration of social, political and economic aspects of flamenco. Whereas artists used to have a lowly status, that's now changed. They no longer have to jump for the person who "pays the piper". 1667285726 Wed, 03 Sep 2008 20:52:21 GMT Open University 0:03:05 no Language Open University New directions in flamenco: practioners talk about how it has assimilated elements from other cultures, from pop music and other musical styles. Includes the performance of a song which talks about world events, how the place of Romany is different now. New directions in flamenco: practioners talk about how it has assimilated elements from other cultures, from pop music and other musical styles. Includes the performance of a song which talks about world events, how the place of Romany is different now. New directions in flamenco: practioners talk about how it has assimilated elements from other cultures, from pop music and other musical styles. Includes the performance of a song which talks about world events, how the place of Romany is different now. 1667285730 Wed, 03 Sep 2008 20:51:21 GMT Open University 0:03:04 no Language Open University Rodolfo Fournier, a Cuban dance teacher in London, describes the central role of music and dance in Cuban life. Rodolfo Fournier, a Cuban dance teacher in London, describes the central role of music and dance in Cuban life. Rodolfo Fournier, a Cuban dance teacher in London, describes the central role of music and dance in Cuban life. 1667285734 Wed, 03 Sep 2008 20:50:21 GMT Open University 0:02:13 no Language Open University A description of the roots of both Cuban people and culture: a mixture of Spanish and African. A description of the roots of both Cuban people and culture: a mixture of Spanish and African. A description of the roots of both Cuban people and culture: a mixture of Spanish and African. 1667285738 Wed, 03 Sep 2008 20:49:21 GMT Open University 0:01:49 no Language Open University This video shows a dance whose origins are in the Yoruba religion, known as Santeria in Cuba. The symbolism of the various characters in the dance is explained. This video shows a dance whose origins are in the Yoruba religion, known as Santeria in Cuba. The symbolism of the various characters in the dance is explained. This video shows a dance whose origins are in the Yoruba religion, known as Santeria in Cuba. The symbolism of the various characters in the dance is explained. 1667285742 Wed, 03 Sep 2008 20:48:21 GMT Open University 0:03:00 no Language Open University Rodolfo says that rhythm is all-important in Cuban dance. Different parts of the body have to move independently of others! He also discusses mambo and the ever-changing nature of Cuban music and dance Rodolfo says that rhythm is all-important in Cuban dance. Different parts of the body have to move independently of others! He also discusses mambo and the ever-changing nature of Cuban music and dance Rodolfo says that rhythm is all-important in Cuban dance. Different parts of the body have to move independently of others! He also discusses mambo and the ever-changing nature of Cuban music and dance 1667285746 Wed, 03 Sep 2008 20:47:21 GMT Open University 0:03:01 no Language Open University A description of the Salsa, the origins of its name, how its a fusion of "son", cha cha, mambo and other dances. Cuban dancers are constantly creating new styles, which are taken up around the world. A description of the Salsa, the origins of its name, how its a fusion of "son", cha cha, mambo and other dances. Cuban dancers are constantly creating new styles, which are taken up around the world. A description of the Salsa, the origins of its name, how its a fusion of "son", cha cha, mambo and other dances. Cuban dancers are constantly creating new styles, which are taken up around the world. 1667285750 Wed, 03 Sep 2008 20:46:21 GMT Open University 0:03:01 no Language Open University A group of Argentinian artists plan the painting of a mural. A group of Argentinian artists plan the painting of a mural. A group of Argentinian artists plan the painting of a mural. 1553575122 Wed, 28 May 2008 13:29:39 GMT Open University 0:06:23 no Language Open University Argentinian artists Cristina Terzaghi and Edgar de Santo lead the painting of a mural in La Boca. Argentinian artists Cristina Terzaghi and Edgar de Santo lead the painting of a mural in La Boca. Argentinian artists Cristina Terzaghi and Edgar de Santo lead the painting of a mural in La Boca. 1552224344 Mon, 26 May 2008 16:54:02 GMT Open University 0:06:35 no Language Open University Argentinian artists Cristina Terzaghi and Mariana Siedlarek talk about the creative process in their work. Argentinian artists Cristina Terzaghi and Mariana Siedlarek talk about the creative process in their work. Argentinian artists Cristina Terzaghi and Mariana Siedlarek talk about the creative process in their work. 1552224342 Mon, 26 May 2008 16:53:02 GMT Open University 0:08:58 no Language Open University Argentinian sculptor Beatriz Soto explains her work. Argentinian sculptor Beatriz Soto explains her work. Argentinian sculptor Beatriz Soto explains her work. 1553575124 Mon, 26 May 2008 16:52:02 GMT Open University 0:05:38 no Language Open University