A Brief History of Mexican Mariachi Music | Hispanic Heritage Month

Mariachi music is a Mexican folk music tradition that dates back centuries. This type of music is typically played with a variety of instruments, such as guitars, violins, and trumpets. The music is often lively and upbeat, making it perfect for celebrations and dancing.

If you're interested in learning more about mariachi music, this no-prep activity packet is perfect for you! It includes a brief history of the genre, information about the instruments used, and some of the most iconic mariachi songs. There's even a quiz to test your knowledge, and a fun word search with terms used in the reading passage. Plus, you can play along with the famous song "Cielito Lindo" with the included sheet music. This is a great activity for your music classroom or if you're looking for substitute teacher material.

Topics Included:

• History of Mariachi Music
• Iconic Songs
• Mariachi Music Word Search
• Mariachi Music Word Search - Answer Sheet
• Journal Writing Paper
• Sheet Music: Cielito Lindo
• Lyrics: Cielito Lindo
• Check Your Knowledge

╰┈➤ So join us on this musical journey and learn all about mariachi music!