Archive for 'Culture'
Gallic Pride Posted by Transparent Language on Sep 25, 2008
As I was quick to observe when I began living in Paris in 1997 as a young, impressionable university student, the French are very, very proud of their language, culture, history, wine, food, geography, women, clothing, music, brands, etc. etc. and did I mention their food and wine? After having already lived in Spain where…
Ella, Elle L’a Posted by Transparent Language on Sep 23, 2008
One of the biggest hits on European radio this summer has been Belgian singer Kate Ryan’s version of France Gall’s 1987 song Ella, Elle L’a. The song is translated as ‘Ella, She’s Got It’ and is a tribute to Ella Fitzgerald who was one of the most influential jazz singers in the 20th century. Click…
Celine Dion and Her 4 Types Posted by Transparent Language on Sep 17, 2008
I love music and think it is precisely one of the best things about understanding French. When you learn French, you can understand and really appreciate the music. The French-language music industry has some great singers and writers. One of the most internationally renowned French-language singers is Celine Dion. If you have only heard her…