Mariachis in Los Angeles

[...] For many years mariachi bands consisted of only men (and that was just the way it was). Mariachi music has been completely male-driven from the beginning. Women were only there to cheer on the [...]

[...] Mariachi music is a unique, distinctive style of music that is considered by some to be the “heart and [...]

[...] Mariachi music has been getting people on their feet to dance for many years. Just as mariachi music and lyrics have great significance, a part of the Mexican heritage can also be interpreted [...]

[...] but there are significant differences in rhythm and tone. Just like any other genre of music, mariachi music has many variations; some of which has to do with the region of Mexico where it was [...]

[...] , quinceañera, sweet sixteen or a graduation… And you have decided to hire a mariachi band to play. If this is the case, good for you! Now, the hard part for you is… what steps [...]

[...] to control the thick strings of the guitarron. This instrument is known as the heart of the mariachi band (and coincidently) the sound is similar to a heartbeat in the background. Mariachi playing the [...]

[...] ;s she would star in several movies back in Mexico, all of which showcased her voice with a mariachi band in the background. Her voice was extremely expressive and just as dominant as a male voice. [...]

[...] in the 1880s in the state of Jalisco, Mexico. Map of Jalisco, Mexico During this time, the mariachi band consisted of the instruments: a vihuela, 2 violins, and a Mexican folk harp (later replaced by [...]

[...] used during Mass. However, they were soon adopted for non-religious events. Even today mariachi bands are best known for playing family events such as marriages, graduations and quinceañ [...]

[...] United States, it is associated with the cultural heritage of the Mexican American people. Mariachi bands often work with dancers, which add color and excitement to their lively, traditional music. A [...]

[...] the best mariachi band around. 2. Search for local mariachi band websites Search online for mariachi bands close to where you live. Nowadays is very common for local mariachi bands to have their own [...]

[...] their career playing their instrument at Plaza Garibaldi many years ago. Each member of those mariachi bands played an essential part to the success of the band they were a part of. Though many years [...]

[...] by Armando Manzanero. Performed by La Hija del Mariachi. Deja Que Salga La Luna Written by Jose Alfredo Jimenez. Performed by Paloma del Rio. Despierta Written by Gabriel Luna. Performed by Jorge [...]

[...] . For example, “El Caballo Blanco” composed by famous Mexican singer-songwriter Jose Alfredo Jimenez is just one of 1000s of songs he wrote which tells an emotional story. Jose Alfredo [...]

[...] . Como Han Pasado Los Años Written by Rafael Ferro/Roberto Livi. Performed by Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlan. Contigo Aprendi Written by Armando Manzanero. Performed by La Hija del [...]

[...] guitarron. However, some groups kept it as part of their show for visual appeal. For example, Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlan still use it during their performances. Mariachi playing the harp ( Mariachi [...]

[...] traditional mariachi attire today (a charro is a traditional Mexican horseman). Members of Mariachi Vargas in 1932 Charro suits are typically black with heavy gold – or silver – threaded [...]

[...] woman musician to play in popular bands like Mariachi Los Galleros de Pedro Rey and the Mariachi Sol de México de José L. Hernández. Now in her 40’s (as of this [...]

[...] Written and performed by Vicente Fernandez. Mi Linda Esposa Written by Josue. Performed by Mariachi Sol de Mexico. Motivos Written by Ittalo Pizzolante. Performed by Vicente Fernandez. Novia Mia [...]

[...] in this album than in any of her other albums because she is mariachi at heart. She astonished mariachi fans both in the Latin America and the United States with this album and other mariachi [...]

[...] school to university music programs. There are over 500 programs nationwide, and mariachi programs have replaced regular band programs in some areas. 9. Mariachi is part of UNESCO [...]