How Do You Join A Mariachi Group?
Mariachi music has been around for hundreds of years. Today, many mariachi groups are paid professional entertainers who perform at various events and celebrations for all special occasions. To join a mariachi group, you’ll need to have a good command of traditional Mexican music and instruments. Choose the instrument that you would like to play in a mariachi group. A mariachi group usually consists of violins, trumpets, a Mexican guitar, a vihuela (a guitar-like instrument) and a guitarron (the large, deep guitar readily associated with mariachi bands). Some groups may use other items such as a guitarra de golpe, mariachi harp, flute, saxophone, drums, keyboard and harmonica. Study mariachi music and become familiar with the different styles, songs and techniques. Mariachi music is very fast-paced, entertaining and filled with high energy. It is also beautifully composed with a rhythm that alternates between 3/4 and 6/8 time. Locate local mariachi groups by attending Mexican events su
