In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15th-October 15h), we'll be learning about Mexican trailblazer Carlos Chávez in our episode today. A composer, conductor and educator, Chávez had a busy and fulfilling life and career. I think you're very much going to enjoy learning about his musical contributions to the global stage as well as listening to his exciting and unique music that was so influenced by the indigenous peoples of his beloved home country. Links Mentioned in this Episode: Busy Kids Do Music History Course Episode 47: Folk Music of Brazil Episode 57: The Life and Music of Villa-Lobos Episode 51: Folk Music of Mexico Episode 73: Folk Music of Peru Musical Samples You'll Hear in this Episode: Carlos Chávez - Toccata for Percussion Instruments (Score video) Carlos Chávez: Sinfonia No.2, "Sinfonía India" (1935/1936) Martha Graham's 'Dark Meadow Suite' (excerpt) Xochipilli, An Imaginary Aztec Music: I. Allegro Animato Music Listening Schedule for Episode 106 The curated playlist for this episode is filled with an exciting collection of pieces by Carlos Chávez . Listen to the playlist here. Subscribe & Review in Apple Podcasts Are you subscribed to my podcast? If you’re not, head on over to do that today so you don’t miss an episode. Click here to subscribe in Apple Podcasts! If you’re feeling extra magnanimous, I would be really grateful if you left a review over on Apple Podcasts, too. Those reviews help other families find my podcast learn more about music. Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what you love about Busy Kids Love Music. Thanks!