“This Is a Win Not Just for Me”: A Multiple-Case Study of First-Generation Latiné Musicians

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Abstract

This multiple case study explored the educational experiences of five Latiné undergraduate music education students who were the first in their family to attend college in the U.S. I examined their perceptions of previous and current musical experiences to investigate how ethnic identity, social experiences, and musical experiences related. Inductive data analysis revealed nuanced themes. Participants highlighted a notable disparity between academic and musical readiness. Despite this, they demonstrated a strong purpose-driven persistence that impacted their aspirations. In light of data, I propose expanding Yosso’s (2005) Community Cultural Wealth framework to include Artistic Capital, Self-Perception Capital, and advocate for investigation into Spiritual Capital to foster a broader appreciation and support of Latiné cultural wealth.

Author

• Nabile Galvan, Colorado State University