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In this engaging conversation, Joe and Robert reflect on their recent experiences, including health updates and personal challenges. They delve into the latest season of Drag Race, discussing its evolution, generational perspectives, and the importance of experience in drag culture. The conversation also touches on authority and authenticity in the drag scene, as well as cultural reflections on fireworks traditions. In this conversation, Joe and Robert delve into various themes surrounding drag culture, cultural sensitivity, and the impact of Drag Race on the careers of queens. They discuss the reception of performances, particularly focusing on the cultural significance of Folklorico dance and the reactions to it. The conversation also touches on identity, the intersection of whiteness and Latinx culture, and the challenges faced by drag queens in the current landscape. The tragic passing of The Vivienne, a Drag Race UK winner, prompts reflections on the pressures within the drag community and the responses to such tragedies. Voicemail: speakpipe.com/afterthoughtmedia Email: dragracerecap@afterthought.media YouTube: youtube.com/dragracerecap Patreon: patreon.com/afterthoughtmedia Get 30% off your first month of Executive or Exclusive Tier with offer code: 1184D Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Today, we're joined by Janet Johns, Artistic Director, and Ruby Vasquez, Assistant Artistic Director from the Esperanza Del Valle Baile Folkorico in Santa Cruz County. They're excited to announce the First International Folklorico and Music Conference, taking place in Santa Cruz County from August 15th to 25th. During our conversation, we'll delve into the conference's history and the meaningful relationship they've built with the University of Veracruz.Esperanza del Valle and Cabrillo College are hosting the Ballet Folklórico del Puerto de Veracruz de la Universidad Veracruzana who will be teaching at the Folklorico Dance and Music Conference.CONFERENCE LOGISTICSThe conference will take place August 15-25, 2024. All interested youth, adult dancers and musicians are welcome.DANCE CLASSES: Beginning, intermediate and experienced level dance classes of Son Jarocho del Puerto de Veracruz and Boca del RioMASTER CLASSES: Classes in Son Jarocho of Tlacotalpan and Veracruz for professional dancers and folklorico directorsMUSIC CLASSES: Nematatlín musicians will offer classes in jarana and versada Jarocha (voice/lyrics)FANDANGO/TODOS BAILAN SU SON: An opportunity for all conference participants to perform dances learned for thecommunity.GALA THEATER PERFORMANCES: Ballet Folklórico del Puerto de Veracruz de la Universidad Veracruzana and Nematatlinwill present "ROSTROS DE MÉXICO" at the Mello Center and "RAÍCES DEL PUEBLO" at the Crocker Theater. For More Information and Registration: esperanzadelvalle.org
The City of Pleasanton will host a Cinco de Mayo Fiesta, on Saturday, May 4, from 5 p.m. to midnight at the Pleasanton River Park. Festivities will include tamale-eating contest, borracho bean cook-off, mariachis, Folklorico dancers, vendors, and a Mr. and Mrs. Cinco scholarship contest. Live music will also be available with “Erick y su Grupo Massore” headlining, “La Naturaleza,” and Matt Castillo. Tickets are cash only and available at the gate for with kids 10 and under admitted free. For more information, email cityevents@pleasantontx.govArticle Link
A large housing development proposed for Nipomo comes before County Supervisors for a vote. Cookbook author Brigit Binns invited the Playing With Food team into her kitchen to cook, chat, and eat. Longtime SLO city employee Terry Sanville speaks about his days with traffic management and his new novel 'The Misplaced'. Baile Folklorico classes and performances provide connection to Mexican culture for families in Salinas.
Rosie & Kennedy are two young, passionate dancers and TEDx speakers. They love Folklorico dance because it highlights the beauty of Mexican traditions and culture! Take a break with us and join the conversation!
On this episode of The Stage, host Ken Burke speaks with Ramon Rivera, Mount Vernon School District Mariachi Director, Mariachi Artist, and 2023 Washington State Music Educator of the year. Ramon Rivera began teaching Mariachi in the late 90s and brings a wealth of knowledge on the subject and on educating to this conversation.As he leads and educates students through music, he has built the most extensive Mariachi Program on the west side of the state of Washington in the Mount Vernon High School Mariachi & Folklorico program with over 200 students enrolled. Talking points for today's discussion:How he initially became interested in music education The unique benefits that mariachi music and Folklorico brings to studentsLetting students pursue their passions and any activity they wantHow he has seen mariachi music education positively impact cultural awareness and appreciationWays in which parents and communities can support the growth of music educationSuccess stories about students whose lives have been positively impacted by their involvement in mariachi music educationSubscribe and share this episode! Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn! https://www.nfhs.org/ Know someone who would be a great guest? Email: kburke@nfhs.org
Ricardo Raphael platicó con Salvador López López sobre la temporada navideña del Ballet Folklórico de México. Las tradiciones mexicanas con coreografías de Amalia Hernández.
Ramon Rivera has a smile that immediately raises your serotonin levels. He may modestly describe himself as "a public school teacher," but the students whose lives he has touched through Mount Vernon High School Mariachi, Folklorico, and Latinos in Action know just how much of an understatement this is. In this freewheeling and delightful conversation with Ramon we learn about his background, the programs he manages, his aspirations for our kids in the Magic Skagit...and what it was like to hear his trumpet hero perform at the age of 88.
Born and raised in Los Angeles, CA Estrada comes from a diverse musical background. The son of a world renowned Mariachi musician and a former professional Folklorico dancer - He was raised in the studio as well as on stage. As front man of Alternative / Electronic rock band Silver Snakes he released 4 full length albums and toured the United States and Europe with the likes of Korn, Glassjaw, Coheed and Cambria, Bring Me The Horizon, Chevelle and more. Known for his experimental production style as well as his keen sense of melody and pitch, Estrada has been a frequent collaborator in the studio with LA legends Touche Amore and Joyce Manor. In 2022 Estrada opened The Pale Moon Ranch, A recording studio situated in the mountains of Los Angeles county with panoramic views of the Mojave desert below. When he's not making records, Alex can be found exploring various old west ghost towns with his cat Princess Pearblossom. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: Growing up in a musical household Reaching out to your favourite producers/engineers Guitar tuning and intonation Capturing feel Technical perfection vs. raw performances Making your productions stand out Committing to sounds on the way in Live off the floor recordings vs. tracking everything separately Having the confidence to commit to sounds Capturing natural ambience Should you ever correct a musician's technique? Making demos in the preproduction stage The importance of a good tracking room To learn more about Alex Estrada, visit: https://www.thepalemoonranch.com/ For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/ Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my new coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of the #1 Amazon bestselling book, The Mixing Mindset – The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Join the FREE MasterYourMix Facebook community: https://links.masteryourmix.com/community To make sure that you don't miss an episode, make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or on Android. Have your questions answered on the show. Send them to questions@masteryourmix.com Thanks for listening! Please leave a rating and review on iTunes!
Con una procesión, bailes y diversas actividades relacionadas a esta festividad religiosa la comuna de Las Condes realizó su Primer Pasacalle donde convocó a las agrupaciones Folklorico culturales "Amanecer Nortino", "Colón Oriente" e "Inti Natio". Abriendo nuevamente el debate si las manifestaciones artísticas pueden y deben realizarse en espacios publicos para toda la comunidad. Junto con conocer como la Municipalidad y el Estado contribuyen al desarrollo de las diferentes agrupaciones que desarrollan un trabajo autogestionable que busca educar y difundir las más arraigadas tradiciones chilenas.
“LOS CUATRO DE CUYO” DE ARGENTINA! GERMÁN ZAMORA, Director del Conjunto y SEGUNDA GUITARRA; en PRIMERA GUITARRA, ROBERTO LUNA, ambos con muchos años juntos en el Folklore Cuyano, las voces del DÚO a cargo de ALBERTO ZAMORA en primera y en segunda ALBERTO ELIZONDO quien también acompaña en guitarra; constituyen el conjunto folklórico LOS 4 DE CUYO,
AboutVIVA FIESTA VILLAGE (All-New in 2023) - The reopened themed area comes alive both day and night to celebrate the Hispanic influences in Southern California. In Fiesta Village, guests can enjoy the sounds of Mariachi music, encounter a storyteller spinning whimsical tales of the alebrijes, experience performances of the traditional dance Folklorico and be entertained by the interactive puppets with their playful antics. Those who venture through the newly landscaped alebrije gardens can meet Fiesta Village's very own spirit animal friends. Stroll down Fiesta Mercado, inspired by Los Angeles' Olvera Street, and find a variety of merchants with unique and authentic items.Video VersionLinksPhoto GalleryVideo PlaylistBlogPodcast Support the show and get early access to upcoming content!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/headphonesneil-reviews. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/headphonesneil-reviews. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Celebrate Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) as we listen to songs performed by Mexican and Mexican-American artists about this traditional Mexican holiday.
I laugh at another sign of someone who lives alone, wanting to join a folklorico dance class, and why I want to shake my mom's neighbor Lori. Oh yeah and I got rid of twitter cause i'm too sensitive.
Sports producer and reporter, Andrew Cely joins KSAT News Now. He and Alicia Barrera break down the days top stories. Plus RJ Marquez shares details on a special symposium happening this weekend at the Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After Annel Alvarez had her son Adrian, she was going through a pretty dark time in her life, feeling a sense of losing her identity. She knew she needed to do something to pull her out of it, but also knew she couldn't do it alone—so she called up an old friend with an idea: “let's start a dance troupe!” A pretty simple idea on its face, but what turned out to have so much power to build community, celebrate Hispanic culture, and provide space for healing.
LEGACY SH VAPA. (323) 357-7531 6/5/22 Hello VAPA Community. This is Dr. Trimis. Hola, comunidad de VAPA. Este es el Dr. Trimis. Congratulations to our sports teams who finished their seasons this past week, our vocal and dance students who celebrated Springfest last Wednesday to a packed audience, our mariachi and Folklorico students who performed at Willow ES on Friday, and our graduating seniors who have completed all of the requirements for graduation. Monday is a late-start day and Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday are all short days when students are released at 1:15 pm. Monday is our Senior Awards and Recital beginning at 6 pm, Tuesday is Senior Clearance and Cap Decorating Day, Wednesday is Senior Breakfast and Graduation Practice, Thursday is the Senior Picnic, and Friday is Graduation at 6 pm. Saturday is Legacy Sports Day at 9 am. June 10 is the last day of the semester. VAPA summer begins June 13-17 with the Leader in Me Student Leadership Institute and Jaime Escalante Math program, Summer School and Summer Bridge is June 22 to July 22, Freshman Orientation is August 6 and the first day of school next year is August 12. Please check our website (www.vapalegacy.net) and social media, and be on the look-out for messages , emails, and texts from us for important updates. You can always call us at 323-357-7531 if you have any questions. This is the last weekly call of the year. This has not been the easiest year in some respects, for most schools, but I am proud of the tenacity of our students and staff who have hung together and met the challenges we have faced head on with courage and with grace. On behalf of our Legacy VAPA community, please enjoy your summer, relax, refresh, and renew, and be sure to spend some uninterrupted time with family and friends. Take Care, Dr. Edward Trimis, Principal
Hear the sounds behind Sarai Cantu's reporting on the commitment of some UT students to reviving UT's Folklorico student group after multiple online semesters.
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Strategizing Sunday Ask A Talent Agent Source: https://www.danceplug.com/article/ask-a-talent-agent-commercial-dance-industry-in-2020-and-beyond Author: Khayla Jordan Golucke A native of El Paso, TX, Khayla began dancing at a young age in ballet and Folklorico classes, eventually moving to LA to earn her BA in dance and English from Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles. She went on to earn her MA in Arts & Cultural Management from Kings College London before moving back to LA, where she currently works as a commercial dancer. When she's not dancing, you can find her teaching Pilates and freelance writing about the intersection of dance, fitness, and wellness. More on Khayla can be found at khaylajordan.com and Instagram (@khayla_jordan). DancePlug is Dance Plug is YOUR connection to dance. It the go-to digital hub for online classes, auditions, and articles on all things dance! Check them out on Instagram @danceplug or at danceplug.com. Are you practicing your tip for the day? Share with us on social media and tag @dancetipsdaily to be shared on our platform! Don't forget to follow us on IG and Facebook @dancetipsdaily! Stay up to date with DTD & Subscribe to the once a month newsletter at www.dancetipsdaily.com Like what you heard? Give us a 5 star rating or share with a friend to help us keep bringing well rounded & grounded dance content to you! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dance-tips-daily/support
Strategizing Sunday How to Prep for Those Post-Pandemic Commercial Job Opportunities Source: https://www.danceplug.com/article/how-to-prep-for-those-post-pandemic-commercial-job-opportunities DancePlug is Dance Plug is YOUR connection to dance. It the go-to digital hub for online classes, auditions, and articles on all things dance! Check them out on Instagram @danceplug or at danceplug.com. Author: Khayla Jordan Golucke A native of El Paso, TX, Khayla began dancing at a young age in ballet and Folklorico classes, eventually moving to LA to earn her BA in dance and English from Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles. She went on to earn her MA in Arts & Cultural Management from Kings College London before moving back to LA, where she currently works as a commercial dancer. When she's not dancing, you can find her teaching Pilates and freelance writing about the intersection of dance, fitness, and wellness. More on Khayla can be found at khaylajordan.com and Instagram (@khayla_jordan). Are you practicing your tip for the day? Share with us on social media and tag @dancetipsdaily to be shared on our platform! Don't forget to follow us on IG and Facebook @dancetipsdaily! Stay up to date with DTD & Subscribe to the once a month newsletter at www.dancetipsdaily.com Like what you heard? Give us a 5 star rating or share with a friend to help us keep bringing well rounded & grounded dance content to you! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dance-tips-daily/support
Strategizing Sunday The Edge Bowing Out Source: https://www.danceplug.com/article/the-edge-is-bowing-out-what-this-studio-meant-to-the-dance-community Author: Khayla Jordan Golucke A native of El Paso, TX, Khayla began dancing at a young age in ballet and Folklorico classes, eventually moving to LA to earn her BA in dance and English from Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles. She went on to earn her MA in Arts & Cultural Management from Kings College London before moving back to LA, where she currently works as a commercial dancer. When she's not dancing, you can find her teaching Pilates and freelance writing about the intersection of dance, fitness, and wellness. More on Khayla can be found at khaylajordan.com and Instagram (@khayla_jordan). DancePlug is Dance Plug is YOUR connection to dance. It the go-to digital hub for online classes, auditions, and articles on all things dance! Check them out on Instagram @danceplug or at danceplug.com. Are you practicing your tip for the day? Share with us on social media and tag @dancetipsdaily to be shared on our platform! Don't forget to follow us on IG and Facebook @dancetipsdaily! Stay up to date with DTD & Subscribe to the once a month newsletter at www.dancetipsdaily.com Like what you heard? Give us a 5 star rating or share with a friend to help us keep bringing well rounded & grounded dance content to you! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dance-tips-daily/support
Finance Friday Tip Dancers Get Creative With These Small Business Ideas Source: https://www.danceplug.com/article/dancers-get-creative-with-these-small-business-ideas DancePlug is Dance Plug is YOUR connection to dance. It the go-to digital hub for online classes, auditions, and articles on all things dance! Check them out on Instagram @danceplug or at danceplug.com. Author: Khayla Jordan Golucke A native of El Paso, TX, Khayla began dancing at a young age in ballet and Folklorico classes, eventually moving to LA to earn her BA in dance and English from Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles. She went on to earn her MA in Arts & Cultural Management from Kings College London before moving back to LA, where she currently works as a commercial dancer. When she's not dancing, you can find her teaching Pilates and freelance writing about the intersection of dance, fitness, and wellness. More on Khayla can be found at khaylajordan.com and Instagram (@khayla_jordan). Are you practicing your tip for the day? Share with us on social media and tag @dancetipsdaily to be shared on our platform! Don't forget to follow us on IG and Facebook @dancetipsdaily! Stay up to date with DTD & Subscribe to the once a month newsletter at www.dancetipsdaily.com Like what you heard? Give us a 5 star rating or share with a friend to help us keep bringing well rounded & grounded dance content to you! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dance-tips-daily/support
Wellness Wednesday Breaking the Silence on the Dance Industry's Power Problem DancePlug is Dance Plug is YOUR connection to dance. It the go-to digital hub for online classes, auditions, and articles on all things dance! Check them out on Instagram @danceplug or at danceplug.com. Source: https://www.danceplug.com/article/breaking-the-silence-on-the-dance-industrys-power-problem Author: Khayla Jordan Golucke A native of El Paso, TX, Khayla began dancing at a young age in ballet and Folklorico classes, eventually moving to LA to earn her BA in dance and English from Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles. She went on to earn her MA in Arts & Cultural Management from Kings College London before moving back to LA, where she currently works as a commercial dancer. When she's not dancing, you can find her teaching Pilates and freelance writing about the intersection of dance, fitness, and wellness. More on Khayla can be found at khaylajordan.com and Instagram (@khayla_jordan). Are you practicing your tip for the day? Share with us on social media and tag @dancetipsdaily to be shared on our platform! Don't forget to follow us on IG and Facebook @dancetipsdaily! Stay up to date with DTD & Subscribe to the once a month newsletter at www.dancetipsdaily.com Like what you heard? Give us a 5 star rating or share with a friend to help us keep bringing well rounded & grounded dance content to you! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dance-tips-daily/support
Technique Tuesday Unlock Your Flexibility With This Mobility Training DancePlug is Dance Plug is YOUR connection to dance. It the go-to digital hub for online classes, auditions, and articles on all things dance! Check them out on Instagram @danceplug or at danceplug.com. Source: https://www.danceplug.com/article/unlock-your-flexibility-with-this-mobility-training-method Author: Khayla Jordan Golucke A native of El Paso, TX, Khayla began dancing at a young age in ballet and Folklorico classes, eventually moving to LA to earn her BA in dance and English from Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles. She went on to earn her MA in Arts & Cultural Management from Kings College London before moving back to LA, where she currently works as a commercial dancer. When she's not dancing, you can find her teaching Pilates and freelance writing about the intersection of dance, fitness, and wellness. More on Khayla can be found at khaylajordan.com and Instagram (@khayla_jordan). Are you practicing your tip for the day? Share with us on social media and tag @dancetipsdaily to be shared on our platform! Don't forget to follow us on IG and Facebook @dancetipsdaily! Stay up to date with DTD & Subscribe to the once a month newsletter at www.dancetipsdaily.com Like what you heard? Give us a 5 star rating or share with a friend to help us keep bringing well rounded & grounded dance content to you! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dance-tips-daily/support
A dancer and a musician, this couple has been a part of the history of Mexican traditional musics in the LA area for more than half a century! We interview them in a double episode. SUMMARY OF RESEARCH SOURCES The great majority of sources about twentieth-century Mexican music in Los Angeles are in English. In order not to present two very different-sized bibliographies, we have combined them here into a single document. Mariachi & Son jarocho in LA & at UCLAAlexandro Hernández, “The Son Jarocho and Fandango Amidst Struggle and Social Movements:Migratory Transformation and Reinterpretation of the Son Jarocho in La Nueva España, México, and the United States. “ PhD Dissertation, UCLA. 2014 Loza, Steven. Barrio Rhythm: Mexican American Music in Los Angeles. Vol. 517. University of Illinois Press, 1993. ----------------- "From Veracruz to Los Angeles: The Reinterpretation of the" Son Jarocho"." Latin American Music Review/Revista de Música Latinoamericana 13.2 (1992): 179-194. Maureen Russell, “Highlights from the Ethnomusicology Archive: Music of Mexico Ensemble.” Nov. 2012 https://ethnomusicologyreview.ucla.edu/content/highlights-ethnomusicology-archive-music-mexico-ensemble (https://ethnomusicologyreview.ucla.edu/content/highlights-ethnomusicology-archive-music-mexico-ensemble) ----------------------“Special Guest: Dr. Robert Saxe and the Music of Mexico Ensemble, 1964” -- Ethnomusicology Review https://ethnomusicologyreview.ucla.edu/content/special-guest-dr-robert-saxe-and-music-mexico-ensemble-1964 (https://ethnomusicologyreview.ucla.edu/content/special-guest-dr-robert-saxe-and-music-mexico-ensemble-1964) Salazar, Lauryn Camille. "From Fiesta to Festival: Mariachi Music in California and the Southwestern United States." PhD diss., UCLA, 2011. https://www.proquest.com/docview/919079833?accountid=14512 (https://www.proquest.com/docview/919079833?accountid=14512) El Ballet Folklórico“Emilio Pulido Interview, 1999) -- USC Digital Library http://digitallibrary.usc.edu/digital/collection/p15799coll105/id/1589/rec/1 (http://digitallibrary.usc.edu/digital/collection/p15799coll105/id/1589/rec/1) “A History of Mexican Folklórico in Southern California” -- The Dance History Project of Southern California http://www.dancehistoryproject.org/articles/culture-and-context/world-arts-culture-context/a-history-of-mexican-folorico-in-southern-california/ (http://www.dancehistoryproject.org/articles/culture-and-context/world-arts-culture-context/a-history-of-mexican-folorico-in-southern-california/) “Grupo Folklorico de UCLA” -- gfdeUCLA.com https://www.gfdeucla.com (https://www.gfdeucla.com) “The Role of Folklorico and Danzantes Unidos in the Chican@ Movement” -- Eve Marie Delfin https://escholarship.org/uc/item/6mw0n3x9 (https://escholarship.org/uc/item/6mw0n3x9) El MestizajeA great deal has been written (and debated) around this theme; even a representative bibliography is not within the scope of this document. We offer here just a couple of classic sources, in which the idea of Mexican national identity as a “mixture” was developed. José Vasconcelos. La Raza Cósmica. Misión de la raza iberoamericana. Notas de viajes a la América del Sur. (1925) Madrid, Spain : Aguilar, 1966. Bilingual edition: Cosmic race: a bilingual edition. Translated and annotated by Didier T. Jaén Baltimore, Maryland : Johns Hopkins University Press, 1997 Octavio Paz. t El laberinto de la soledad. (1950) ed. por Anthony Stanton. Manchester University Press/ Palgrave, 2008. English translation: The labyrinth of solitude: life and thought in Mexico, by Octavio Paz. Translated by Lysander Kemp. New York : Grove Press, 1961.
Bailarina y músico, esta pareja ha sido una parte de la historia de las músicas tradicionales mexicanas en la área de Los Ángeles ¡durante más de medio siglo! Los entrevistamos en un episodio doble. RESUMEN DE FUENTES DE INVESTIGACIÓN La gran mayoría de las fuentes sobre la historia de la música mexicana en el s.XX en Los Ángeles son anglófonas. Para no presentar dos bibliografías muy desiguales, las hemos combinado aquí en un solo documento. Mariachi & Son jarocho in LA & at UCLA Alexandro Hernández, “The Son Jarocho and Fandango Amidst Struggle and Social Movements:Migratory Transformation and Reinterpretation of the Son Jarocho in La Nueva España, México, and the United States. “ PhD Dissertation, UCLA. 2014 Loza, Steven. Barrio Rhythm: Mexican American Music in Los Angeles. Vol. 517. University of Illinois Press, 1993. ----------------- "From Veracruz to Los Angeles: The Reinterpretation of the" Son Jarocho"." Latin American Music Review/Revista de Música Latinoamericana 13.2 (1992): 179-194. Maureen Russell, “Highlights from the Ethnomusicology Archive: Music of Mexico Ensemble.” Nov. 2012 https://ethnomusicologyreview.ucla.edu/content/highlights-ethnomusicology-archive-music-mexico-ensemble (https://ethnomusicologyreview.ucla.edu/content/highlights-ethnomusicology-archive-music-mexico-ensemble) ----------------------“Special Guest: Dr. Robert Saxe and the Music of Mexico Ensemble, 1964” -- Ethnomusicology Review https://ethnomusicologyreview.ucla.edu/content/special-guest-dr-robert-saxe-and-music-mexico-ensemble-1964 (https://ethnomusicologyreview.ucla.edu/content/special-guest-dr-robert-saxe-and-music-mexico-ensemble-1964) Salazar, Lauryn Camille. "From Fiesta to Festival: Mariachi Music in California and the Southwestern United States." PhD diss., UCLA, 2011. https://www.proquest.com/docview/919079833?accountid=14512 (https://www.proquest.com/docview/919079833?accountid=14512) El Ballet Folklórico“Emilio Pulido Interview, 1999) -- USC Digital Library http://digitallibrary.usc.edu/digital/collection/p15799coll105/id/1589/rec/1 (http://digitallibrary.usc.edu/digital/collection/p15799coll105/id/1589/rec/1) “A History of Mexican Folklórico in Southern California” -- The Dance History Project of Southern California http://www.dancehistoryproject.org/articles/culture-and-context/world-arts-culture-context/a-history-of-mexican-folorico-in-southern-california/ (http://www.dancehistoryproject.org/articles/culture-and-context/world-arts-culture-context/a-history-of-mexican-folorico-in-southern-california/) “Grupo Folklorico de UCLA” -- gfdeUCLA.com https://www.gfdeucla.com (https://www.gfdeucla.com) “The Role of Folklorico and Danzantes Unidos in the Chican@ Movement” -- Eve Marie Delfin https://escholarship.org/uc/item/6mw0n3x9 (https://escholarship.org/uc/item/6mw0n3x9) El MestizajeSe ha escrito (y discutido) muchísimo en torno a este tema; ni siquiera una bibliografía representativa esté al alcance de este documento. Ofrecemos nomás un par de fuentes clásicas, en las cuales se desarrollaba la idea de la identidad nacional mexicana como mestiza. José Vasconcelos. La Raza Cósmica. Misión de la raza iberoamericana. Notas de viajes a la América del Sur. (1925) Madrid, Spain : Aguilar, 1966. Bilingual edition: Cosmic race: a bilingual edition. Translated and annotated by Didier T. Jaén Baltimore, Maryland : Johns Hopkins University Press, 1997 Octavio Paz. El laberinto de la soledad. (1950) ed. por Anthony Stanton. Manchester University Press/ Palgrave, 2008. English translation: The labyrinth of solitude: life and thought in Mexico, by Octavio Paz. Translated by Lysander Kemp. New York : Grove Press, 1961.
Bailarina y músico, esta pareja ha sido una parte de la historia de las músicas tradicionales mexicanas en la área de Los Ángeles ¡durante más de medio siglo! Los entrevistamos en un episodio doble. La gran mayoría de las fuentes sobre la historia de la música mexicana en el s. XX en Los Ángeles son anglófonas. Para no presentar dos bibliografías muy desiguales, las hemos combinado aquí en un solo documento. The great majority of sources about twentieth-century Mexican music in Los Angeles are in English. In order not to present two very different-sized bibliographies, we have combined them here into a single document. Mariachi & Son jarocho in LA & at UCLAAlexandro Hernández, “The Son Jarocho and Fandango Amidst Struggle and Social Movements:Migratory Transformation and Reinterpretation of the Son Jarocho in La Nueva España, México, and the United States. “ PhD Dissertation, UCLA. 2014 Maureen Russell, “Highlights from the Ethnomusicology Archive: Music of Mexico Ensemble.” Nov. 2012 https://ethnomusicologyreview.ucla.edu/content/highlights-ethnomusicology-archive-music-mexico-ensemble (https://ethnomusicologyreview.ucla.edu/content/highlights-ethnomusicology-archive-music-mexico-ensemble) ----------------------“Special Guest: Dr. Robert Saxe and the Music of Mexico Ensemble, 1964” -- Ethnomusicology Review https://ethnomusicologyreview.ucla.edu/content/special-guest-dr-robert-saxe-and-music-mexico-ensemble-1964 (https://ethnomusicologyreview.ucla.edu/content/special-guest-dr-robert-saxe-and-music-mexico-ensemble-1964) Salazar, Lauryn Camille. "From Fiesta to Festival: Mariachi Music in California and the Southwestern United States." PhD diss., UCLA, 2011. https://www.proquest.com/docview/919079833?accountid=14512 (https://www.proquest.com/docview/919079833?accountid=14512) El Ballet Folklórico“Emilio Pulido Interview, 1999) -- USC Digital Library http://digitallibrary.usc.edu/digital/collection/p15799coll105/id/1589/rec/1 (http://digitallibrary.usc.edu/digital/collection/p15799coll105/id/1589/rec/1) “A History of Mexican Folklórico in Southern California” -- The Dance History Project of Southern California http://www.dancehistoryproject.org/articles/culture-and-context/world-arts-culture-context/a-history-of-mexican-folorico-in-southern-california/ (http://www.dancehistoryproject.org/articles/culture-and-context/world-arts-culture-context/a-history-of-mexican-folorico-in-southern-california/) “Grupo Folklorico de UCLA” -- gfdeUCLA.com https://www.gfdeucla.com (https://www.gfdeucla.com) “The Role of Folklorico and Danzantes Unidos in the Chican@ Movement” -- Eve Marie Delfin https://escholarship.org/uc/item/6mw0n3x9 (https://escholarship.org/uc/item/6mw0n3x9) El MestizajeSe ha escrito (y discutido) muchísimo en torno a este tema; ni siquiera una bibliografía representativa esté al alcance de este documento. Ofrecemos nomás un par de fuentes clásicas, en las cuales se desarrollaba la idea de la identidad nacional mexicana como mestiza. A great deal has been written (and debated) around this theme; even a representative bibliography is not within the scope of this document. We offer here just a couple of classic sources, in which the idea of Mexican national identity as a “mixture” was developed. José Vasconcelos. La Raza Cósmica. Misión de la raza iberoamericana. Notas de viajes a la América del Sur. (1925) Madrid, Spain : Aguilar, 1966. Bilingual edition: Cosmic race: a bilingual edition. Translated and annotated by Didier T. Jaén Baltimore, Maryland : Johns Hopkins University Press, 1997 Octavio Paz. El laberinto de la soledad. (1950) ed. por Anthony Stanton. Manchester University Press/ Palgrave, 2008. English translation: The labyrinth of solitude: life and thought in Mexico, by Octavio Paz. Translated by Lysander Kemp. New York : Grove Press, 1961.
A dancer and a musician, this couple has been a part of the history of Mexican traditional musics in the LA area for more than half a century! We interview them in a double episode. Mariachi & Son jarocho in LA & at UCLA Alexandro Hernández, “The Son Jarocho and Fandango Amidst Struggle and Social Movements:Migratory Transformation and Reinterpretation of the Son Jarocho in La Nueva España, México, and the United States. “ PhD Dissertation, UCLA. 2014 Maureen Russell, “Highlights from the Ethnomusicology Archive: Music of Mexico Ensemble.” Nov. 2012 https://ethnomusicologyreview.ucla.edu/content/highlights-ethnomusicology-archive-music-mexico-ensemble (https://ethnomusicologyreview.ucla.edu/content/highlights-ethnomusicology-archive-music-mexico-ensemble) ----------------------“Special Guest: Dr. Robert Saxe and the Music of Mexico Ensemble, 1964” -- Ethnomusicology Review https://ethnomusicologyreview.ucla.edu/content/special-guest-dr-robert-saxe-and-music-mexico-ensemble-1964 (https://ethnomusicologyreview.ucla.edu/content/special-guest-dr-robert-saxe-and-music-mexico-ensemble-1964) Salazar, Lauryn Camille. "From Fiesta to Festival: Mariachi Music in California and the Southwestern United States." PhD diss., UCLA, 2011. https://www.proquest.com/docview/919079833?accountid=14512 (https://www.proquest.com/docview/919079833?accountid=14512) El Ballet Folklórico “Emilio Pulido Interview, 1999) -- USC Digital Library http://digitallibrary.usc.edu/digital/collection/p15799coll105/id/1589/rec/1 (http://digitallibrary.usc.edu/digital/collection/p15799coll105/id/1589/rec/1) “A History of Mexican Folklórico in Southern California” -- The Dance History Project of Southern California http://www.dancehistoryproject.org/articles/culture-and-context/world-arts-culture-context/a-history-of-mexican-folorico-in-southern-california/ (http://www.dancehistoryproject.org/articles/culture-and-context/world-arts-culture-context/a-history-of-mexican-folorico-in-southern-california/) “Grupo Folklorico de UCLA” -- gfdeUCLA.com https://www.gfdeucla.com (https://www.gfdeucla.com) “The Role of Folklorico and Danzantes Unidos in the Chican@ Movement” -- Eve Marie Delfin https://escholarship.org/uc/item/6mw0n3x9 (https://escholarship.org/uc/item/6mw0n3x9) El Mestizaje Se ha escrito (y discutido) muchísimo en torno a este tema; una bibliografía completa no está al alcance de este documento. Ofrecemos nomás un par de fuentes clásicas, en las cuales se desarrollaba la idea de la identidad nacional mexicana como mestiza.
En la vida, hay solo pocos momentos, cosas, personas o sentimientos con los que nacemos sintiéndonos orgullosos, este es el caso de Easter. Ella es una joven afro-mexicana quien viste su orgullo a flor de piel, literal. Ella nos habla de su pasión por la música y el baile, además nos enseña a no juzgar a las personas por su físico o color de piel. Ella es más que lo que tus ojos ven, lo que tu oído escucha, y tu mente desconoce. Escucha su historia para conocer un poco de esta bella mujer.
Do you know what it takes to make it in the acting business? Laura Vega and Arely Araniva share with us their journey from their first taste of the spotlight as a Folklorico dancer and spinning dreidel to their expansive careers in the world of film, stage, and television. They'll also share their audition strategies and what it takes to truly do THE HUSTLE!
The Lurie College Faces of Learning Project shines a light on SJSU students’ learning experiences - huge thanks to undergraduate student Isabel Rangel Hernandez for sharing her experience with us! Fun fact about Isabel: she's been a Folklorico dancer for over 10 years! More information about the final exhibition is available at http://sjsu.edu/education/faces . Connect with Lurie College at https://linktr.ee/sjsulurie to receive more news about academic and student life! Video and audio recorded by Isabel Rangel Hernandez and edited by Sydney Ahmadian.
SAN BENITO, Texas - The 13th Annual Happy Birthday TexasFest, which draws thousands of visitors, will take place in San Benito this weekend, even though many people are concerned about coronavirus. Federico Garza, president of the nonprofit that runs the two-day re-enactment festival, said the fact that the event is held totally outside will help ensure health safety. “We feel very confident in what we are doing. We are taking all the necessary precautions.”There have been no reported cases of coronavirus in the Rio Grande Valley thus far.Happy Birthday TexasFest includes re-enactments of the battles of Gonzales, the Alamo, and San Jacinto. “We’re expecting at least 10,000 people and hoping for 20,000,” Garza said, noting that the Mercedes Livestock & Rodeo Show is also going ahead this week. “And that event draws 100,000 people,” Garza said. The name of the nonprofit is Texas Heritage Independence Celebration Association, Inc. In addition to a re-enactment of three battles crucial to Texas independence, the festival will have an appreciation reception for Winter Texans, a Texas History Symposium, arts and crafts and food vendors, Folklorico, Aztec, Matachines and native Indian dancing, dancing horses, a kiddies area, and music provided by country, tenant and conjunto bands.Garza said he started the festival to provide a more well-rounded version of Texas history.“When I studied history about the Battle of the Alamo and how the Mexicans fought the Anglos, throughout the course of my entire education, that went from elementary, to junior high, to high school, to college, I never knew that a Mexican had fought for Texas independence. I was astonished to find out that a guy named Juan Seguin had fought for Texas independence. I did not believe and I went and did my own personal research and found out that, yes, there were many Tejanos who had fought for Texas independence but never mentioned in our history books.”The mission of the festival, Garza said, is to help produce a more inclusive history of Texas, one that is “able to recognize the contribution Tejanos have made for Texas history.”The Happy Birthday TexasFest is held Friday, March 13, and Saturday, March 14, at the San Benito Fair Grounds. For more information go to www.happybirthdaytexas.com
I first met Rindy in the early 80s when she and her husband Marv were riding the wave of their crossover hit Harden My Heart. After years of playing in bars across the Pacific Northwest as Seafood Mama, they had recently been signed to Geffen Records, changing their name to Quarterflash. During their time with Geffen, they had four songs that charted on the top 40, and their self-titled debut album went platinum. They toured with Elton John, Linda Ronstadt, Sammy Hagar, Loverboy, The Beach Boys, Three Dog Night, Jefferson Starship, and more. In 1991 Rindy and Marv started the Trail Band — a blend of Americana, Celtic, Folklorico, and early music. They recorded a total of 13 albums and performed across the U.S. and Japan. In Portland alone, the Trail Band's holiday show has sold out over 100 times and raised more than a million dollars for the nonprofit Friends of the Children. Quarterflash continued to perform and record during this time, releasing two more albums on their own label. In addition to the creative projects she's been a part of, Rindy's worked as a teacher and counselor. She's my go-to buddy when I need someone who's thoughtful and wise to talk about the craziness of the music business and the big stuff of life too. Rindy's a survivor in more ways than one. I love how she's navigated life's ups and downs with integrity, wholeheartedness, and an awesome sense of humor.For full show notes and transcriptions, please visit the Episode Webpage HERE.Please join me on: Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.You can find Rindy at these websites: Ross Productions and Quarterflash.The songs from today’s episode are titled Crazy Quilt and Rise Above and are from the Quarterflash album Goodbye Uncle Buzz (used with permission). To listen or download, go HERE.Theme music for the Podcast was composed by John Smith. He edits all the podcast episodes too. (Thanks, honey!)
This week we discuss changes to Walt Disney World entertainment. Epcot's JaMMitors and the Taiko Drummers go from performing seven days a week to five. Entertainment completely cut includes Coco puppet and the Folklorico dancers in Epcot, the Muppet show in Liberty Square, Magic Kingdom's Royal Majesty Makers, and the Burudika band in Africa in Animal Kingdom. Enter the magical mischief Zone and join Stuart, Darlene, Lottie, Kurt, John on this episode of the WDW Fan Zone Show!
This week we discuss changes to Walt Disney World entertainment. Epcot’s JaMMitors and the Taiko Drummers go from performing seven days a week to five. Entertainment completely cut includes Coco puppet and the Folklorico dancers in Epcot, the Muppet show in Liberty Square, Magic Kingdom’s Royal Majesty Makers, and the Burudika band in Africa in Animal Kingdom. Enter the magical mischief Zone and join Stuart, Darlene, Lottie, Kurt, John on this episode of the WDW Fan Zone Show!
Performer Alejandro Gongora shares his love of Ballet Folklorico, how the art form helped him as a kid, and how he is proudly bringing traditional Mexican dances to our nation's capital.
Who remembers in 2017 when We are mitu recreated the Beauty and the Beast song but Mariachi Style?Kareli was Belle for that video.This opportunity opened so many doors that she never knew she will be opened to her. But it didn't start that way.Kareli has been dancing Folklorico since she was 6 years old. (Out of necessity) Her mom as a single mom that worked needed a baby sitter and took her to the local park to dance.She always believed she was Mexican until she went to Mexico to study dance after college. In Mexico she was not considered Mexican but la gringa.She explains how her passion for dance pulled her from her career to quit and take the leap of entrepreneurship."Its not easy, its still not easy"- KareliFollow Kareli at:https://www.instagram.com/karelidancing/Ballet Folklorico de LA instagram:https://www.instagram.com/balletfolkloricodela/Visit her website:https://folkloricolosangeles.com/
The Mariachi Cobre has been entertaining guests traveling around Epcot’s World Showcase since opening day making them one of the best-known Mariachi bands in the world. The internationally-acclaimed performers share that opening day distinction with only the Voices of Liberty. The Mariachi Cobre started in 1971, a full 10 years before Epcot Opening Day. It was formed by Randy Carrillo with the support of his younger brother Steve, his friend Mack Ruiz, and musical arranger, Frank Grijalva. Mariachi played in Anaheim at Disneyland for a Cinco De Mayo event not long after they became an opening day addition to Epcot where they have been playing ever since. The group has worked with such renowned artists as Linda Ronstadt, Julio Iglesias, Vicki Carr, Lucha Villa, Lola Beltran, Ana Gabriel, Guadalupe Pineda, Jose Luis Rodriguez, Rocio Banquells, and Beatriz Adriana. Those recordings include: Mariachi Cobre, Este es Mi Mariachi and XXV Anniversary. While the Mariachi Cobre continues to entertain guests with traditional Mexican music, they recently added an element of storytelling to their performance. Starting in March 2019, the Mariachi will present “The Story of Coco” along with a few Folklorico dancers to tell the tale of Miguel Rivera, his love of music, and his journey to find what matters most, his familia. The dancers will perform to the music of the film, and Miguel himself appears in the form of a hand-crafted puppet. Be sure to check your times guide; typically the Mariachi Cobre performs 5 days a week, with specific shows dedicated to the “Story of Coco”
Topics Ep.10 SPURS- 6:57 SPURS played against the Lakers on Saturday 10/27 They won the game 106-110 scoring29 in the 1st quarter 25 in the 2nd quarter 33 in the 3rd quarter 23 in the 4th quarter SPURS also played the Mavericks on Monday 10/29They also took a win 108-113 scoring 20 in the 1st quarter 33 in the 2nd quarter 23 in the 3rdS quarter 26 in the 4th quarter AND 11 in OVERTIME The last game they played this week was against the SunsThey took another win 120-90 scoring 15 in the 1st quarter 24 in the 2nd quarter 27 in the 3rd quarter 24 in the 4th quarter SPURS are set to play the Pelicans Nov. 3rd @ 6PMWhat were your thoughts with these games? Rampage Game- Los Chimuelos- 10:46 The Rampage AKA Los Chimuelos had their Dia De Los Muertos game this past Friday 10/26. It is not only the first ever Dia De Los Muuertos game in franchise history for the San Antonio rampage, but also a first for an American Hockey League team to change its identity There was a mariachi band, Folklorico dancers, face painters, and a special alter by sections 115-116 Unfortunately we lost but at least there was something for all the families to doWhat do you think about Los Chimuelos? Alamo City Comic Con 2018- 15:15 Alamo City Comic Con was this past weekend 10/26-10/28 There were many special guests that appeared throughout the weekend Arnold Schwarzenegger Ric Flair The Cast From the Sandlot Some of the cast from The Mayans Carmen from George Lopez Mary Poppins from Guardians of the Galaxy just to name a few!Would you have liked to see from the Comic Con attendees? MALA LUNA-21:30 MALA LUNA was also this past weekend 10/27 & 10/28 Headlining Saturday was Cardi B, Nicky Jam, & Tyler the Creater Headlining Sunday was 2Chainz, Lil Pump, Dillon Francis, and Young Thug And other artists at the Nelson Wolff StadiumWho would you have loved to see? Dia De Los Muertos-27:18 Happy Dia De Los Muertos Today! There were many events going on last weekend regarding Dia De Los Muertos La Villita had a whole celebration this past weekend 10/27 & 10/28 We hope everyone had a great holiday with loved ones! Bexar Arms V Bricks At Blue Star-33:33 A cancelled event at BRICK at Blue Star has spilled over into a social media feud over whether the venue backed out over the organizer's pro-gun views. Local clothing company Bexar Arms announced on its Instagram account that a fall fashion show it scheduled for Tuesday night at BRICK was called off because "the owner does not want to associate with guns in any way and booked something else the same day, even after a $750 deposit was paid." Bexar Arms markets clothes printed with images of assault rifles, including some parodying the Star Wars, Nike and Spurs logos. Its social media accounts include photos of firearms and pro-gun memes. Michael Martinez, the company's owner, said he doesn't condone violence and would have been happy to explain that to BRICK's owners — if he'd had the chance.What do you think about the situation? Alamo Kitchen - 51:15
This episode includes bilingual interviews with the help of interpreter Ogden City Diversity Affairs Officer, Viviana Felix. We spoke with Maria Salgado with WSU Ballet Folklorico and Leon Araujo, owner of local cafe Coffee Links to chat about the upcoming Mexican Holiday, Dia De Los Muertos. We also spoke with Irimelva Reyes, director of Tutulli Ballet Folklorico, specializing in presenting dances from various regions of Mexico.
An expert details the latest hacking tactics after Colorado’s legislature approves $8 million for a cyber security center in Colorado Springs. And, the director of the Folklorico program at Aspen Santa Fe Ballet receives the governor’s award for creative leadership.
In this episode, we explore the region of the Huasteca and the musical genre of the Huapango. The Huasteca region consists of: - the southern part of the state of Tamaulipas; - the northern part of the state of Veracruz; - the state of San Luis Potosi; - the state of Hidalgo - the state of Queretaro - the state of Puebla We introduce the section by the introduction of 2 Huapangos: - Brief introduction of the Classic huapango of LA PETENERA, as played by a conjunto huasteco; and - Brief introduction of the Modern huapango EL REY DE LA HUASTECA from Jose Hernandez, the director of the Mariachi Sol de Mexico. We then go into the elements of the Huapango, which includes: - the inverted verses; - the falsetto voice (in Spanish, falsete); - the dynamic and improvised lyrics of the pregronero; - and in some cases, the picaresque and rogue-like double-meaning huapango picante. For the latter, we demonstrate with a case-in-point of the huapango picante EL QUERREQUE. Also, to demonstrate the falsetto voice (falsete), we have the classic huapango of LA MALAGUENA, as compared to the purist version from the original style as played by the Trio Chicontepec. Both of these are only a few seconds in length to show the contrast of the same song, but in different styles that have emerged for the benefit of entertainment. And finally, we end the episode by playing the entire version of the modern huapango, which was written and composed and arranged and played by Jose Hernandez. He is the director of the Mariachi Sol de Mexico from South El Monte, California, and whose restaurant CIELITO LINDO is highlighted during the interview with him in episode 2 of this podcast series. The theme and story line for this song, published in 2005-2006 by Hernandez Productions, is also explained.
In this episode of Arriba! Folklorico Music and Dance of Mexico, we travel to the South of Mexico on the Pacific waters, stretching along the coast to the northern part of the Isthmus of Tehuantepec. The state of Oaxaca has one of the largest populations of native indigenous tribes, or "indios" as the Latin Americans call them. Of the seven major cultures and areas of Oaxaca, we focus on 2: the Zapotecas and the Mixtecos. In this episode, the music from the Jarabe Mixteco opens the show. We also discuss the fiesta that takes place in July which is known as La Gelaguetza, or the "fiesta de la Sierra." In the capital city of Oaxaca itself, we describe one of the main indigenous dances, DANZA DE LA PLUMA. Also, during the festivities of La Gelaguetza, the food is rich--in particular, the famed MOLE NEGRO Oaxaqueno. In addition to the mention of the archaeological zones in the region--such as Mitla and Monte Alban--the episode describes the courtship dance of the JARABE MIXTECO, with its stanzas and tableaus for the CHASE, the TORITO and the conquest of the man over woman to symbolize the move from suitor to marriage partner. Especially symbolic is the rose that the lady carries by the stem in her teeth, and which the man grabs from her with his teeth to symbolize the transition from enagement to marriage. The episode ends with the ending musical score of the JARABE MIXTECO. It is usually played by big brass bands during the festivities of La Gelaguetza, but here, we listen to a version performed by mariachis.
In this episode of Arriba! Folklorico Music and Dance of Mexico, we explore the idyllic region in Southwestern Mexico, the land of the Tarascan indigenous tribes--the Tarascos-- the state of Michoacan. The Tarascan tribes are a people that feel that they have never been subjugated by the Spaniards--although their land was occupied. Like other indigenous tribes of Mexico today, they still mingle their Spanish language with inclusions of phrases and words from their own native dialects, which descend from the word-of-mouth teachings in the Tarascan tongue. Case in point: the song in the audio podcast episode demonstrates the Tarascan lady singing in Tarascan language, then ending up with a Spanish phrase, as she delves into the eternal theme in Mexican folklore--that "Life is a Dream" (la vida es sueno). In addition to the song whose lyrics are mixed with both languages, the instrumental piece of folklore that is common to the entire region of the Tarascos is the Jarabe Michoacano. This is a longer dance, in which the shyness of the woman is characterized by her never looking at her partner--instead, she stares at the ground through most of the dance, until the joy of the parts signifying fiesta, burro, noviazgo, aguila, estrella, and the final pursuit or chase. In the end, the man (who is wearing a zarape or large gavan) covers her braided hair under her straw hat (sombrero michoacano) and symbolizes the marriage--a union of the man and woman. A fitting end to this jarabe from Michoacan, as this dance contains all the symbolism of work, life, fiesta and fun, courtship (as all jarabes are), conquest of the lady's heart, and commitment of marriage and acceptance of the man by the woman.
This episode describes the wonderful evening at the Paramount Theatre in Austin, Texas, with the first annual gala event called NOCHE DE MARIACHI. This was not a "battle of the bands." Rather, it was a community of mariachi bands in and near the Austin area for a celebration of the mariachis in central Texas. The quality mariachis that were featured and played their songs (which did not overlap with other pieces performed by other groups)-- - Mariachi Los Lobos - Mariachi Estrella - Mariachi Suroeste - Mariachi Relalmpago and there was a special solist, Rebekah Ramos, who was accompanied by el Mariachi Relampago, when she performed 2 songs, one of them being SOLAMENTE UNA VEZ. What a lovely piece and performed exquisitely well. There was a folklorico dance group called the Pan American Ballet Folklorico that performed 2 numbers--they opened the event with LA CULEBRA and ended the show with dancers in the aisles of the theatre as ALL the mariachis accompanied them to the piece EL SON DE LA NEGRA by Silvestre Vargas. Yes, there was also a group called Margaritas de Tejas that tried to perform some numbers. Even though the national fad for having all-female groups has reached Austin, this was the only group whose quality did NOT stand anywhere near the quality of the other mariachis. We tried to get a number from the CD of songs of Mariachi Relampago (which they were selling in the lobby, and of which I purchased) to be included in this episode. However, the Mariachi Relampago would not give us the permission to include this. Thus, we had to use a previously recorded live performance of the Ballet Folklorico Estudiantil of the Independent School Districts of San Antonio dancing to the accompaniment of various mariachis in the open air theatre in San Antonio, Texas, during the week-long festivities of the event called FIESTA. Still, the mariachi Relampago, Estrella and Suroeste (from San Marcos, Texas) provided a wonderful evening of dance and culture. This event even included a live wedding (that was called "Mariachi Surprise", in which 2 young people took their wedding vows as they were accompanied by the Mariachi Estrella. The finale was a traditional and powerful experience--as Mr. Bowie Ibarra, master of ceremonies, mentioned--that no gala evening of mariachi music would be complete without the performance of LA NEGRA. And, in this case, all the mariachis crowded the stage and the aisles to play that one song, together as a community of Mexican culture. Copyright (c) 2008, Matrix Solutions Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Artwork was from the program of the event.
In this episode of Arriba! Folklorico Music and Dance of Mexico, we explore the region of Yucatan -- home of the descendants of the Idyllic indigenous peoples known as the Mayas, and center for the folklorico dance known as the Jarana. In this episode, we explore the beginnings of the big Brass Band, called the Banda Yucateca, and we review the costume worn by both the men and women who danced the Jaranas Yucatecas during the Vaquerias or the Serenatas in the gazebo or town square in municipalities such as Merida. In addition, the practice of the declamador or pregonero reciting the improvised and humorous (and sometimes double-meaninged or picaresque) verses of the BOMBA! is shown by an audio clip from a piece performed in the FIESTA celebration in San Antonio, Texas. The final music that ends this podcast episode is that of the Jarana dance of EL TORO, which symbolizes the conquest of the bull by the matador (in this case, the role of the bull being played by the woman, and the man taking the role of the matador in taunting the beast with his handkerchief, which he uses as a "cape."). Copyright (c) 2008, Matrix Solutions Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
In this episode of Arriba! Folklorico music and dance of Mexico, we focus in detail on the musical corridos and polkas of the Mexican Revolution of 1910 (Revolucion Mexicana). The beginning of this podcast starts with Show Janitzio performing a portion of the polka called Jesusita en Chihuahua. This podcast episode ends with 2 complete songs performed live by Show Janitzio (not played from a CD)--Valentin de la Sierra and La Muerte de un Soldado. An emphasis is placed on the role of the Mexican women during the Revolucion, who fought in the conflict right alongside their men. The 5 most famous heroines in the ballads of the corridos during the Revolucion were: - La Cucaracha - Adelita - Valentina - Juana Gallo and - Jesusita en Chihuahua. For more information about the story told by the corrido of La Cucaracha, you can get the 1954 film by that name from Mexcinema Video Corporation. The complete set of Lyrics can be found in the literary work called Antologia de Poesia Mexicana. You can find the lyrics for Benjamin Argumedo, as well. What is interesting is that Show Janitzio includes an accordion in the group, which is not typical for a traditional group of Mexican musicans known as the trio. However, the accordion adds the flavor that is needed to make the experience of the corrido from the Revolucion Mexicana a wonderful experience. This episode ends with Show Janitzio playing Valentin de la Sierra and La Muerte de un Soldado. Copyright (c) 2007, Matrix Solutons Corporation and Show Janitzio. Music performed by Show Janitzio and published with their permisison.
In this episode of Arriba! Folklorico Music and Dance Of Mexico, we have an interview with the 4 musicians that comprise SHOW JANITZIO, a musical troubador group that specializes in the romantic ballads of the Golden Age of Mexican Music in the 1950's and 1960's. However, this trio and quartet also show their flexibility by being able to play any style of Mexican music on demand--from boleros to rancheras to corridos to polkas, etc. The differential advantage of this group is the inclusion of the accordion that brings a style all their own. Listen to the 4 musicians as they describe their performances in their home base of San Antonio, Texas, as well as their tours across the cities of the United States and internationally, as well. In another set of podcast episodes, we will have the songs from this group played at the end when we focus upon not only the romantic period of the Mexican Music during the SIGLO DE ORO (the Golden Age), but also the corridos of the Revolucion Mexicana of 1910. Note: This present episode is from the archives of a related podcast called The Struggling Entrepreneur at www.strugglingentrepreneur.com. Although it goes deeper into the history of the group and their struggles to become successful in the world of professional troubadors, the content is just as interesting to the world of folklorico music and dance--especially with the emphasis on the Golden Age of Romantic Music of Mexico. For it is here that we see the final evolution of the serenata (serenade) in the modern day--from its humble beginnings in other genres of Mexican folklorico music, such as in Jalisco (see episode 001 for a brief discussion of the serenade by the charro).
The dynamic music of Nayarit, including the Danza de los Machetes or El Jarabe Nayarita. This is the more popular dance of this region. The men wear black boots and calzones de manta (that is, the beige colored trousers), with a brightly colored shirt (in some groups, a camisa de manta, or shirt of the same fabric, is worn). The men use scarves or headbands around their temples. They wear a sash of brightly colored fabric, and they would use this sash for holding in place their machetes. The men carry 2 machetes, and they incorporate their use even when they dance. The men use machetes for their work in the ZAFRA (i.e., the harvest of the sugar cane). During the dance, they wield their blades, as they would be in competition with other men who may be rivals for the affection of the pretty senoritas. During the Jarabe Nayarita, the men not only clang the blades together to the tempo and beat of the musical melodies of fast movements, but they then toss the machete to the man facing him, and they EXCHANGE the blades in mid-air, and even later on have them cover their eyes and keep clanging the machetes together to the music, sometimes with sparks flying from the grind of metal against metal. Also discussed is the dance called El Buey, which describes the agricultural livelihood in the towns and villages of Nayarit.
This episode takes you to the beautiful tropical paradise of Chiapas, the southernmost state of Mexico, bordering on the Central American nations. We describe the costume and the dances of the Chamula tribe, especially the songs of El Jibali (the wild boar), El Rascapetate and Las Chiapanecas. We also mention the music from the instrument of the marimba, as we hear the accompaniment of the folklorico dancers at a live performance at an outdoor ampitheatre in San Antonio, Texas, during the Fiesta event in April.
Indigenous folkloric dances--the Aztecs, Mayas and Yaquis. Imagine it to be the late 15the Century or early 16th Centruy -- a time before the year 1519, before the arrival of the Spaniards to Mexico. It is a cool and breezy afternoon in the central highland plateau of Mexico. It is possibly the afternoon of the equinox, a religious feast day of tremendous magnitude in the religion of the people that inhabit a major metropolis of nearly one million people in the city of Tenochtitlan, the capital city of the Aztec empire. The call from the conchas, or shell, alerts the people that the hour has arrived for the religious celebration to take place around the base of the pyramids in the center of the city. The entire population will be asked to participate. From all the causeways that lead to the center of Tenochtitlan, the people come marching to be in the festivities in which they will pay thanks and homage to their deities. Atop the top of the pyramid, at the teocalli, the smoke from a small fire can be seen; the high priests from the orden sacerdotal, or the sacerdotal order, await for the massing of the people. When they are all together, the festivities begin – -the incantations are given, - the guerras floridas take place; these are the mock battles and mock wars fought with flowers and banners surrounded by flowers on bamboo or reed shafts carried by warriors and swung like knives and swords, instead of the real weapons; - the human sacrifices are performed; - and then the dance begins... this podcast opens by setting the stage of the folkloric dances of the ancient Aztec empire -- what we call, las DANZAS INDIGENAS – the folkloric dances of the indigenous tribes of Mexico. This scenario took place in many of the indigenous tribal cities – from Tlaxcala to Cholula to Tenochtitlan, the central might of the Aztec empire, which is today Mexico City. In this episode, we will cover the danzas indigenas, that is the pre-Columbian era of Mexican folklore and dance. We cover 3 regions or tribes and their pre-Columbian dances: (1) the Aztecs with their dances honoring their deities called Quetzalcoatl and Huizilopotchli; (2) the Poblanos and their Danza de los Quetzales; and (3) the famous Danza del Venado of the Yaquis in the Northwestern desert areas of Sonora. Different examples of the music are given in this podcast episode, as the recordings came from an outdoor, live performance of Ballet Folklorico groups in a free presentation at the large open-air ampitheatre in San Antonio, Texas. This podcast also contains a brief discussion of the importance of folkloric dance to the indigenous peoples of Mexico, as well as how it set the stage of the evolution of what is today folklorico music and dance of Mexico, after the coming of the Spaniards and the Conquest of Mexico.
Promo podcast and an introduction to Jalisco and Jarabe Tapatio. This is a promo podcast for the series Arriba! Folklorico music and dance of Mexico. In addition, we explore the origins of the Jarabe Tapatio, one of the most well-known folkloric dances of Mexico.
Mariachi music from a key Director, composer, author and singer. Interview with Jose Hernandez, Director of the Mariachi Sol de Mexico and owner of the Restaurant Cielito Lindo in Southern California. During the conversation, folklorico dance and the mariachi music are discussed -- origins, personalities, impact by Sol de Mexico, and the future of the culture as influenced by Mariachi music