Virtuoso Mariachi
by Jeff Nevin, Ph.D.
Virtuoso
Mariachi presents a unique insight into the history and development of Mexico's
traditional music, including:
1) how its history has affected performance practice
2) an in-depth discussion of mariachi trumpet style and technique
3) a survey of song types common in mariachi music today
4) critical examination of current trends in mariachi and the performers who set them
5) the author's thoughts on the future of mariachi music.
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Recordings mentioned in Virtuoso Mariachi
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Definitive article on mariachi history by Jonathan Clark