The Parranda
Student name: Sahira Cintron
Date: Sunday, January 29, 2006
The Parranda
General Purpose: Informative
Specific Purpose: Inform about a family tradition
Central Idea: The Parranda is a lively Christmas tradition full of music and dancing.
INTRODUCTION
I. Attention Material
A. It is midnight and I can hear the instruments and my family singing outdoors "Abreme la Puerta" (open the door). It is a Parranda.
B. Parranda is the Spanish word for Christmas caroling, it is a tradition that has been past along by many generations. It is very typical from Puerto Rico.
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II. Orienting Material
A. The Parranda is one of my favorite's family traditions.
B. I believe it brings us closer to family and friends.
Transition: For the Parranda to take place the musicians must gather and practice at least the opening tune with the singers.
BODY
I. The instruments used are the guitar, congas, maracas and the güiro.
A. The Congas are made of wood......
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Approximate Word Count: 348
Approximate Pages: 2 (250 words per double-spaced page)
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