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Cultural Music Around The World: Mexico

Music is a very important part of Mexican culture and is always part of a celebration, whether big or small.

So lets jump into the cultural music in Mexico!

Mariachi: It is the first thing that comes into our head whenever we think about Mexican Music, The term Mariachi is believed to be originated from the French term “mariage” which means marriage, as this music was often played at weddings.

Ranchera: Ranchera music draws on traditional folklore and its songs are usually about love, patriotism or nature. The word Ranchera was derived from the word “rancho” because the music originated on the ranches of rural Mexico. Ranchera music is said to have been born of a new national consciousness during the Mexican revolution in reaction to the aristocratic tastes of the era. Rancheras are varied and can reflect the tempo of a waltz, a polka or a bolero.

Norteño: The accordion and the “bajo sexto” are Norteños most characteristic instruments. In the late 19th century European migrants brought the accordion, waltz and polka, from their homeland to Northern Mexico (hence the name Norteño which means “Northern”) and the U.S. Southwest. Local bands adopted these elements, blended them with their Ranchera music, and a new genre was born.

Well, that was it. Although we know mexican people hear music from all around the world its traditional music keeps gaining popularity, among kids and their families this colorful and bright music will sure continue to spread further away.

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