CONCERTS AND MORE CONCERTS
BY. RodriguezUC
On September 11, 2009 a new series of concerts in the capital city of Bogota will start. There will be gigs for everybody’s taste.
THE WAILERS – September 11
The Wailers, Bob Marley´s former band, will be playing at Metropol Theater. This concert is part of their EXODUS tour which commemorates the 30th anniversary of the album which has the same name. This Jamaican group formed in Kingston, Jamaica.
The Wailers have been successful not only because of their great Reggae hits but also because of Bob Marley’s talent and legacy.
BABASÓNICOS, AUSTIN TV Y ÁRBOL DE OJOS EN CONCIERTO - September 11, 2009
Metro Theater will be the place for the concert of Babasónicos (Argentina), Austin TV (México) and Árbol de Ojos (Colombia).
Babasónicos is having their world tour ¨Mucho Tour¨, in which they will be performing their greatest hits in their 17 years of musical history. Austin TV has been in Bogotá once, in Rock at the Park 2008. Árbol de Ojos will be the local band. Their style is influenced by punk and Brit rock.
PLANET FUNK EN CONCIERTO – September 25
The Italian band Planet Funk will perform at Metropol Theater. This concert will mark their first time in Bogota. During the concert, they will be presenting their fourth album: Planet Funk Best Of, which first single is Lemonade.
DEPECHE MODE AT SIMÓN BOLÍVAR – October 10
Depeche Mode fans will have the chance to witness their concert on October 10, 2009. David Gahan, Martin Gore y Andrew Fletcher have sold more than 75 millions of CDs around the worldAt present time they are promoting their 12th album named Sounds of the Universe which corresponds to the tours name: ¨Tour of the Universe.
ENRIQUE BUNBURY – October 16
Hellville Tour de Enrique Bunbury will be in Bogotá on October 16 Ocesa, Rebuena Onda y T310 worked together to make this dream come true. The place where the concert will be held is uncertain, however the tickets are being sold.
EN CONCIERTO CALLE 13 Y BOMBA ESTÉREO - 30 de octubre
Calle 13 will be in Bogota on October 30. This PuertoRican group recently atended the Festival de Verano 2009. The support band with Calle 13 will be the band from Bogota Bomba Estéreo, which make a fusion of traditional rhythms with hip hop. At present time, Bomba Stereo is promoting their second album Estalla.
THE KILLERS EN CONCIERTO – November 15
The Killers will be singing for the first time in Colombia at Parque Jaime Duque ON November 15, 2009. This rock band is at present time one of the best in the world. One of their best albums is Hot Fuss (2004), and recently Day & Age (2008). Colombians love songs like Mr. Brightside, Somebody Told Me, Read my mind, When you were Young, among others.
What kind of music do you like?
Have you gone to any concert lately?
Do you like the groups mentioned in the blog?
Are you planning to attend any of these concerts?
Practice:
Choose a song and translate it. English - Spanish or Spanish - English.
Share your work with your teacher
Aug 24, 2009
Aug 11, 2009
SUMMER IN BOGOTA?
SUMMER IN BOGOTA?
By RodriguezUC
One of the main cultural and recreational events in Bogota is the Festival de Verano 2009. During the week of August 7 to 17, people from Bogota have the opportunity to enjoy the 13th version of this famous event. Activities include canoeing, swimming, boxing and gymnastics among others. The main point of interest is Parque Metropolitano Simon Bolivar. This year, some of the new attractions include: Summer Beach (Playa de Verano) where all the citizens will find some beach chairs, sand castles, tropical music, and kites, among others. All the attractions in Summer Beach make people feel like if they were in the Colombian Coast.
By RodriguezUC
One of the main cultural and recreational events in Bogota is the Festival de Verano 2009. During the week of August 7 to 17, people from Bogota have the opportunity to enjoy the 13th version of this famous event. Activities include canoeing, swimming, boxing and gymnastics among others. The main point of interest is Parque Metropolitano Simon Bolivar. This year, some of the new attractions include: Summer Beach (Playa de Verano) where all the citizens will find some beach chairs, sand castles, tropical music, and kites, among others. All the attractions in Summer Beach make people feel like if they were in the Colombian Coast.
On August 17, tourists and locals may appreciate some cultural diversity by attending traditional Joropo Dance from the Colombian plains. More than 1200 dancers accompanied by lively music will entertain the audience with this traditional dance. There will also be a stage for those who want to do some exercise. The organization of this event wants to have a new Guinness Record by having more than 40.000 people for more than two hours exercising. Also, on August 16, more than 1200 Harley Davidson motorcycles will have their parade which will end at Parque Simón Bolivar.
The Summer Festival also offers a variety of concerts. There will be three thematic nights: The Tango Festival is on August 10, the Afrocolombian night is on August 11, and the Vallenato is on August 12. On August 14, people will enjoy a concert by Calle 13 and on August 15 Laser Dance under the moon which will bring the best Colombian DJs together. The closing ceremony will take place on August 17, 2009. Everybody will enjoy during sixty minutes of the best fireworks show.
Mapa del Parque Metropolitano Simón Bolívar Parque Metropolitano Simón BolívarCalle 63 No. 47-06Tel: 630-3055
What are your plans for this three-day weekend?
Have you participated of any Summer Festival in Bogota?
Do you know about any other festival like this in another country?
Practice your skills:
Listen to a girl talking to his father about some activities they can do over the weekend. Do the activities that follow.
http://www.esl-lab.com/fun/funrd1.htm
Aug 3, 2009
HOW TO SURVIVE COMING BACK TO CLASSES
HOW TO SURVIVE COMING BACK TO CLASSES.
By. RodriguezUC
Vacations are over and students/teachers returned to campus. They all seem to be ready to begin this new adventure. Depending on their role, teachers or students, hearing the words ¨back to class¨ may have a different effect on them.
Students experience different feelings. Some students are anxious. If you are in this group, it is probable, you cannot remember what to bring to class or how those first days are. Do not worry! At the end of this third week, you will be used to this routine. Other students are very enthusiastic. If you were longing for this moment from the very start of vacation, you are more than ready for those long exams and these weeks will not be traumatic for you. Enjoy, you are back!!!
HOW STUDENTS CAN HELP TO MAKE THIS TRANSITION EASIER:
1. Be enthusiastic about the upcoming semester.
2. Prepare yourself.
3. Put extra time and effort.
4. Organize your schedule
5. Set realistic expectations
6. Learn vocabulary effectively
Teachers also have different perceptions. Some teachers are already prepared for this journey. They spent some of their vacation time planning for the semester or have already taught the assigned classes. Other educators are catching up with the program or getting familiar with the university if they are new. All teachers are in the process of knowing their students in order to have a successful semester and to have fun before exams. These weeks many teachers have commented how nice students at Central are.
HOW TEACHERS CAN HELP TO MAKE THIS TRANSITION EASIER:
1. Be innovative
2. Be punctual
3. Use a variety of tasks
4. Do formal and informal assessment
5. Work all language skills but do not forget the intercultural component
6. Practice makes perfect!!
How have these two weeks been for you?
What other tips do you suggest?
Listening practice. Go to the following website and do the exercises that appear:
http://www.esl-lab.com/elem/elemrd1.htm
How does this school differ from yours?
By. RodriguezUC
Vacations are over and students/teachers returned to campus. They all seem to be ready to begin this new adventure. Depending on their role, teachers or students, hearing the words ¨back to class¨ may have a different effect on them.
Students experience different feelings. Some students are anxious. If you are in this group, it is probable, you cannot remember what to bring to class or how those first days are. Do not worry! At the end of this third week, you will be used to this routine. Other students are very enthusiastic. If you were longing for this moment from the very start of vacation, you are more than ready for those long exams and these weeks will not be traumatic for you. Enjoy, you are back!!!
HOW STUDENTS CAN HELP TO MAKE THIS TRANSITION EASIER:
1. Be enthusiastic about the upcoming semester.
2. Prepare yourself.
3. Put extra time and effort.
4. Organize your schedule
5. Set realistic expectations
6. Learn vocabulary effectively
Teachers also have different perceptions. Some teachers are already prepared for this journey. They spent some of their vacation time planning for the semester or have already taught the assigned classes. Other educators are catching up with the program or getting familiar with the university if they are new. All teachers are in the process of knowing their students in order to have a successful semester and to have fun before exams. These weeks many teachers have commented how nice students at Central are.
HOW TEACHERS CAN HELP TO MAKE THIS TRANSITION EASIER:
1. Be innovative
2. Be punctual
3. Use a variety of tasks
4. Do formal and informal assessment
5. Work all language skills but do not forget the intercultural component
6. Practice makes perfect!!
How have these two weeks been for you?
What other tips do you suggest?
Listening practice. Go to the following website and do the exercises that appear:
http://www.esl-lab.com/elem/elemrd1.htm
How does this school differ from yours?