Frank Salcido's Mexican Culture

Every culture has its differences, and with these differences, there are also similarities which mix together to make up the image of God’s creation. Authors Martin & Nakayama (20103) succinctly explain that society is referred to as the “melting pot” or “salad society, where each group retains a distinctive flavor but blends together to make up one great society” (p. 329). As our culture in the United States continues to change and form, we begin to see many traditional practices begin to fade after an elapse of a few generations. As we begin to explore all of the information acquired in the “Deep Culture Elements Form,” I will be expounding on a number of topics that were discussed with Frank Salcido. Each topic will cross-examine Salcido’s

Salcido explained that in his country, their music is very descript and colorful, where the phrases placed inside the music shows a certain level of respect, which keeps his culture alive (April 13, 2017). Another piece of art that his family not only used as an observance of his heritage but also as a piece of art is a plaque with his last name placed somewhere significant in the household. Each of his family members took pride in placing their last name on an artistic plaque for all to see. On the other end of the spectrum, my culture has a deep seeded connection to many of the “Romantic Era” musicians, because most of the composers were born in Europe. As for architecture, it is respectfully observed in my European-American culture, but is not seen as pivotal part of our history. Unfortunately, both of our adulterated cultures no longer appreciate the finer parts of our culture. Martin & Nakayama (2013) speaks briefly about high culture, where there are “cultural activities that are often the domain of the elite or the well-to-do: ballet, symphony, opera, great literature, and fine art (p. 360). Regrettably, our cultures rarely if ever take the time to observe these types of events and activities in this day and