Which event took place in 2024?
Mexico City hosted the first Mariachi World Congress.
What does "heritage" mean?
History; Culture
What is a "charro"?
A Mexican cowboy
How has Mariachi changed over time?
People now play it in Mexico.
People Now play it in groups.
The songs now include trumpets.
Musicians now play guitar.
The word “mariachi” refers to:
The musicians, style of music, and musical groups.
What does "instilled" mean?
Caused to develop
What types of instruments are played by mariachis?
Guitars, violins, trumpets, etc.
What does "indigenous" mean?
Native; Originating in a particular place
What does it mean if something is "fundamental"?
It is colorful.
It is very old.
It is very important.
It is part of culture.
Why did UNESCO add mariachi to its list of cultural heritage?
Community life is at the heart of mariachi music and it's fundamental to Mexican culture.
Fact or Opinion: Traditionally, mariachi was played by men, who taught the music to their sons and nephews. But in the 1900s, women joined the music tradition.
FACT
True or False: More than 1,000 mariachis gathered in Mexico City's main plaza.
TRUE