Mariachi music is one of the most recognizable music types and one commonly associated with stereotypical Mexican music and culture. Mariachi music is the type of music one can hear while sitting in a restaurant, church, or while taking a leisurely stroll along a city street. But, in reality there are many different types of music in the mariachi musical family, such as jarabe and doble paso. Both of these musical genres carry their own unique traditions and histories while also remaining closely related to mariachi music. Therefore, when one thinks they are listening to mariachi, it could possibly not be mariachi. Mariachi music is the most common type of Mexican music one is likely to encounter while being in Mexico or even the United States. According to Lorena …show more content…
Gauthreau-Bryson, it is possible the name mariachi, originated in the nineteenth century from the French word ‘mariage’ meaning ‘marriage,’ during the French occupation of Mexico” (767). Mariachi music in a sense is a combination of European influences with indigenous flair.
Therefore, one could say the musical genre is a mestizaje, much like most inhabitants of the country of Mexico. A mixture of European and indigenous people. Most of these European influences include the use of string instruments in mariachi bands, such as the guitar, guitarron, etc. While the indigenous aspect lies within the use of wind instruments, such as the trumpet. These Spanish influences come from when the Spanish colonized the New World in the 16th century. Once they landed, there was an immediate mixing of races, cultures, and languages. Therefore, mariachi is just one example of countless examples of a mix of cultures. Mariachi began in the Mexican state of Jalisco, situated along the west coast of Mexico, west of Mexico City. The first time mariachi music was heard during a mass ceremony was during a march dedicated to then dictator Porfirio Diaz. Although mariachi music was played in the state of Jalisco, it did reach commercial success until the 1950s. After stated decade, mariachi essentially exploded, and landed in new foreign lands, such as the United States. One of the most widely known and oldest mariachi
groups in Mexico is Mariachi Vargas, who still play to this day. Another popular location where mariachi is played would Plaza Garibaldi. It is so exclusive, one needs a permit in order to perform there. One of the most unique aspects of mariachi music would have to be the attire the performers wear. The performers usually wear nice-looking ranch styled clothes, boots, and occasionally a giant sombrero. But also the music played is identifiable to the untrained ear. Mariachi music’s unique blend of string instruments, wind instruments, and poetic verses are some of the attributes one could easily identify mariachi music. But, as stated previously, there are many different song types, such as, “son, huapango, corrido (ballad), bolero, vals (waltz), ranchera, polka, paso doble, cumbia, and jaropo and other types of musical compositions” (Gauthreau-Bryson 766). Likewise, the occasion for which mariachi music is played is quite flexible. Mariachi music like stated earlier could be played at the local Mexican restaurant, a quinceañera, and even a wedding. Today, mariachi has begun to include the “creation of many mariachi music programs in the United States junior high and high schools” (Gauthreau-Bryson 768). Additionally, one of the other types of music related to mariachi would be jarabe, or translated literally in English means syrup. Jarabe songs are generally in the 6/8 meter, but occasionally skip between different types of meter. The origin of jarabe, much like mariachi, came from the same time period as mariachi. But jarabe was more widely used before mariachi. One example would be the Mexican Revolution (1910-1940). Troops and/or revolutionaries would use jarabe songs in order to protest their conflicting political/economic ideology. But the origins of a different type of jarabe originated from the country then known as Al-Andalus. Al-Andalus was the country ruled by the Umayyad Caliphate from 711-1492. Jarabe then took some of its early influences from the moors. Much like Mexico during the New Spain era, the Iberian Peninsula was a place where an abundance of cultures were getting mixed together to form unique identities. This mixture occurred between people from all of the three major religions at the time, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Therefore, there was a surplus of Moorish influence over the Christians and Jews during those 700 years of occupation, especially in the southern part of Spain, Cordoba and Granada.
It is considered to be folk music, but by the 1800s it had become festive dance music. This music celebrates the ups, and downs for people. Today, Mariachi music is heard everywhere, and is part of the past, present, and future. Mariachi contains many Mexican traditions like the Spanish instruments, clothing, and dance style. Mariachi is also an important and fun way to study of Mexican music because it is an ensemble created during the colonial period.
Many countries have the pleasure of celebrating Independence Days. These historic holidays are filled with nationalistic celebrations and delicious traditional food. In Chile, the natives celebrate their break from Spain with Fiestas Patrias. In Mexico, the president begins the celebration by ringing a bell and reciting the “Grito de Dolores” and he ends his speech by saying “Viva Mexico” three times.
The tradition still takes place today in many areas of Mexico. However, some parts of Mexico do the dance a little differently. The dance is more common in the central regi...
The third piece, on the other hand, had a faster and more upbeat tempo. “Para Que Me Llorar” had to have a build up before it can start moving quicker. Something that both songs had in common was that they were both played in a triplet format. I also noticed that in most of the songs sung, the singers were able to high pitches. Because mariachi music originates from South America, they all had a formulaic beat that, if it were to be played at a party, would be something to dance to. If there were one specific are in which I learned in class that would relate this type of music, it would be African American music because there were repeated melodies and rhythmic patterns in some of the pieces along with community parties.
Ragland, Cathy. Música Norteña: Mexican Migrants Creating a Nation between Nations. Philadelphia, PA: Temple UP, 2009. Print.
The traditions my parents instilled in me at a young age are important to me. They are part of my Latin culture and identity. One of the most important traditions that I value the most is our devotion to “La Virgen de Guadalupe” (The Virgin of Guadalupe), and although I don't go to church or share a specific a religion, I believe in La Virgen as a protector and a guardian figure and maintain her presence in my daily life.
The instruments used for this song is of a standard rock band; lead vocalist, electric guitar, bass guitar and drum kit. The genre for this song is determined by the steady and yet simplistic instruments used in this version. An interesting note is that the chorus is in the genre of rock but the verses combine the genres tango and reggae. This could be because merging these three different styles of music attracted the attention of youth more with rock being rebellious at that time and tango and reggae having a heavy beat for that time period. ...
Culture is customs, arts, social institutions, and achievements of a particular nation, people, or other social group. It includes behaviors, attitudes, beliefs, values, and norms that is shared by a group of people to sustain their lives. Mexican culture is influenced by their familial ties, gender, religion, location and social class, among other factors. Today life in the cities of Mexico has become similar to that in neighboring United States and Europe, with provincial people conserving traditions more so than the Mexican living in the city. In the United States Mexican includes any person of Puerto
The increase and changing demography in the United State today, with the disparities in the health status of people from different cultural backgrounds has been a challenge for health care professionals to consider cultural diversity as a priority. It is impossible for nurses and other healthcare professionals to learn and understand theses diversity in culture, but using other approaches like an interpreter is very helpful for both nurses and patients. In this paper of a culturally appropriate care planning, I will be discussing on the Hispanic American culture because, I had come across a lot of them in my career as a nurse. The Hispanic are very diverse in terms of communication and communities and include countries like Mexico, Cuba, Puerto Rico, South and Central America, and some of them speak and write English very well, some speaks but can’t write while some can’t communicate in English at all but Spanish.
I was born in Mexico and raised in beautiful San Diego since the age of four. Coming to the United States at a very young age I had to face many challenges that have shaped me to the person that I am today. I consider myself a Chicana woman who has overcome the obstacles to get were I am know. Being raised in a Mexcian household has thought me to embrace my culture and its roots. The Spanish and native blood that is with in me remind me of many Americans today. The reason I consider my self Chicana is because of the similar background that I shared with many Americans today. Living in the U.S. I have learned to adapt and embraced the American culture so much so that it came a point of life were I struggled to find my own identity. Taking
The culture I was born and raised on was that of Mexican-American culture. My parents were born and raised in Mexico, and when they came to America and had kids, they instilled a hybrid of their culture, and American culture, in us. They were each raised in the Mexican culture, but wanted us to be raised as Americans also, and added this to our upbringing.
Music is essential to any culture. Its a vital part of being human and can significantly impact our lives. No matter where one is from, music is an escape that everyone seeks because they can relate to it. This social link keeps us tied to the world, even with different cultures and languages. Afro-Latinos have helped shape the music in America, many times with help from other cultures. Many types of music Hispanics have produced have impacted the United States. One of these types of music is named Bachata. Hispanics in the US have helped shape bachata, even though it originated in the Dominican Republic. With its profound lyrics many can relate to, its catchy rhythm and simple dance, bachata is as popular in the US as it is in Central America. In the 1980s and 1990s, the growing Dominican population in the United States became an important fan base for bachata. Dominican Yorks influence of traditional bachata with the artistic and cultural diversity of life in New York, making bachata one of the fastest growing music genres of the 21st century (Pacini Hernandez.)
What is culture? Many people ask themselves this question every day. The more you think about it the more confusing it is. Sometimes you start leaning to a culture and then people tell you you’re wrong or they make you feel like a different person because of your culture. I go through this almost every day. Because of the way I was raised I love Mexican rodeo but I was born and raised in Joliet. This can be very difficult trying to understand culture. I live in this huge mix of culture. Culture is personal. People can have many cultures especially in America and because of globalization. Cultural identity is not one or the other, it is not Mexican or American. Cultural identity is an individual relevant thing.
Flamenco is an individualistic folk art, a genuine Southern art form, which was mainly originated by Andalusian gypsies. It exists in 3 forms: El cante, song, el baile, dance and guitarrra, guitar playing. Its roots also are with Arabs, Spanish Jews and socially outcasted Christians. The flamenco essence is song, which is usually accompanied by guitar and improvised dance. Complex rhythmic patterns and sophisticated footwork differs from other European dance forms.
According to his review of A Guide to Latin American Music by Gilbert Chase, Charles Seeger describes Chase’s description of the music culture, “The quantitative distribution of more than 2700 entries, which include some multiple listing, is interesting” (Seeger, 1946, 304). Chase explains a plethora of countries in Latin America and their specific musical features. Furthermore, thanks to his detailed work, the reader can see how many common features can be seen. Firstly, a common feature among all genres is the use of aerophones. The aerophones used could include, panpipes of various varieties, flutes, trumpets (as seen at the Boogat performance in Ottawa) and many more. Another common feature among all the genres is a strong rhythmic presence. In essentially all Latin American music, a steady, metrical rhythmic quality can be heard keeping the music energetic and easy to follow. To keep the rhythm, another common feature to Latin American culture is the drum. Most commonly found in the Afro-Latin genre, as a result of influence from African culture, can be seen throughout Latin America. A popularized western form of this type of music, is that of mariachi. Finally, Latin American culture is known for its vibrancy in their music. The music is generally quite expressive of feelings, strong moral messages found in protest songs, and their colorful, elaborate