Case Studies
Viva Mariachi!
The Viva Mariachi! project centered on a Mariachi music program for grades 6-8 at Orange Center Elementary School. There was a Mariachi performance at Fresno State University with the FSU Mariachi, one for Mother's Day at the school, and one at Open House. The students presented reports in class on the culture of Mexican music and different artists and genres. The program was able to purchase new Mariachi attire.
The Viva Mariachi! project centered on a Mariachi music program for grades 6-8 at Orange Center Elementary School. There was a Mariachi performance at Fresno State University with the FSU Mariachi, one for Mother's Day at the school, and one at Open House. The students presented reports in class on the culture of Mexican music and different artists and genres. The program was able to purchase new Mariachi attire. It was a wonderful way to introduce students to a part of the macroculture of the school that is not always recognized or understood and to instill a learning experience of Mexican music for all students.