New York City has played an oversized role in Puerto Rican affairs. As the major U.S. port on the East Coast for the Caribbean, the City and the Island were intimately linked since the early part of the 19th Century. Since the latter part of the 19th Century New York became home for a large Puerto Rican population who migrated here looking for better opportunities, political freedom and cultural diversity. In 800-words answer the following question: What has been the impact of New York in the development of early twentieth century Puerto Rican music?

In your answer evaluate and explain the impact. The question is open and you may take it anywhere, however, be sure that your answer is based on the three required readings (Acosta, plus the two chapters from Glasser’s book).

Some links to material:

https://youtu.be/zR-bB5_Ixvo

https://centropr-archive.hunter.cuny.edu/centrovoices/arts-culture/greatest-jibarito-afro-boricua-rafael-hernández

https://centropr-archive.hunter.cuny.edu/centrovoices/chronicles/la-madrina’s-music-store-victoria-hernández-and-beginnings-puerto-rican

https://youtu.be/eC9m3Xie3uk