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Mariachi:Intermediate Lesson
Learners research the history of mariachi music. In this music activity, students identify mariachi music and investigate it from its origins to the present. They compare it to country music.
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Mariachi Mania
Ninth graders examine mariachi music and its different musical forms. In this music history lesson, 9th graders compare and contrast mariachi music from its beginnings to the present. Students research different aspects of...
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Enjoying Latino Music
Students view different musical instruments from around Latino world, predict what sounds instruments will make based on their appearance, listen to and evaluate music from different Latino genres orally or in writing, and make...
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The Beat of Mexico
Students explore mariachi music and create their own rhythm instruments. They study the music of Mexico. They listen to a variety of music, then vote for the song they liked the best.
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Smithsonian Institution: Musica Del Pueblo
Musica del Pueblo is a full-featured resource that explores the traditions of Latino music. Using a colorful mural titled "Song of Unity" as a navigation tool, visitors can watch videos of performances, listen to different varieties of...
Mex Connect
Mexico Connect: What Is Mariachi?
A look at the cultural significance and identity of Mexican Mariachi music. Includes pictures of Mariachi Ensembles.
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Mexconnect: A New Generation Embraces Centuries Old Music of Mexico
An article on mariachi music, which originated in the Mexican state of Jalisco.
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Clip Art by Phillip Martin: Mariachi
A clipart illustration by Phillip Martin titled "Mariachi."