From The Peopling of New York City

                                                   Interview Questions
                           (Directed towards president or member of Hunter’s South Asian Club)

What is your name, age, nationality, and neighborhood of residence?

Where you born in America? If not, when did you (or your family) immigrate?

What is your role in this club? How long have you been a member?

What drew you to this organization? Why do you feel comfortable hanging out here?

What are the common ties that the members share? Or common activities the club organizes/ takes part in?

Do you consider music to be an important aspect of your club? If yes, what types of music?

Do you or your friends spend time in Jackson Heights? What do you do there?

What is the ‘formal’ your club organizes? How do members participate in it?

Are you exposed to traditional South Asian music? Where do you encounter it mostly?

Do you enjoy the fusion of contemporary and classic ethnic music?

What are some of your favorite artists?

Do you ever attend any bhangra/ Panjabi music nights or parties?

Does type of music does the club’s dance team use in their performances?

Are you familiar with any dance or music lessons offered at temples or community centers in Jackson Heights?

Are you a fan of Bollywood productions? If so, who do you usually see them with?

Do you feel like your taste in music differs from your parent’s generation? If so, what is the style of music your elder’s prefer?

Do you feel like there’s a big gap between your and your parent’s generations when it comes to music, film, night life, entertainment?

Do you feel like music creates a common ground for you and your peers?