Document Type
Interview
Publication Date
11-1-2024
Keywords
San Francisco, Jazz music, Chamorro music, multiracial identities
Abstract
This interview with PC Muñoz was conducted by Jan English-Lueck as part of the Mosaic Atlas project. PC Muñoz, a musician, writer, and producer, identifies as a multiracial performer connected to Micronesia’s Indigenous CHamoru people. Topics discussed include how his multiracial identity has informed his music, and his involvement with various arts organizations in the Bay Area including Mosaic America, Quinteto Latino, and the Recording Academy. He also directs music programs at the Freight and Salvage in Berkeley. He discusses his use of “slapstick” an electric drum instrument that he plays like a traditional CHamoru instrument. He views that synthesis as a way to express his unique musical vision and cultural identity. He also discusses the different districts of San Francisco as musical venues. As part of the Mosaic Atlas project, Mosaic Staff and Volunteers, SJSU students, and faculty from the Anthropology and Film, Theater, and Dance Departments interviewed people who support and produce art throughout the Bay Area.
Recommended Citation
PC Muñoz and Jan English-Lueck. "Mosaic Atlas: Interview with PC Muñoz" Mosaic Atlas Interviews (2024).
Transcript
Network
San Francisco County
Participant Website
http://www.pcmunoz.com
Address
San Francisco County
Neighborhood
San Francisco County
