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SUMMARY:2026 Auditions
DESCRIPTION:Mariachi Auditions: What to Expect\nAn audition is an opportunity for students to show us their musical skills\, willingness to learn\, and passion for mariachi music. Auditions are not about being perfect—we want to get to know each student’s current abilities and determine how we can best support their musical growth. \n\n\nWhat to Expect\nStudents will participate in three parts of the audition:\n1. Prepare a Preselected Mariachi Piece\nStudents will prepare a piece of music selected by the ABQ Mariachi Project. The audition piece can be found under “Join Us” on our website. Students should practice their assigned piece and be prepared to perform it during the audition. \n2. Sight Reading\nStudents will be given a short piece of music they have not seen before and asked to perform it. This helps us understand their ability to read and learn new music. No preparation is required for the sight-reading portion. \n3. Singing Piece\nStudents will be asked to sing a short piece or portion of a song. This allows us to evaluate pitch\, rhythm\, musicality\, and vocal confidence. You do not need to be an experienced singer to audition. \nCome Prepared & Ready to Learn!\nBring your instrument\, your prepared music\, and a positive attitude. We encourage students to do their best\, ask questions\, and be open to learning. \nOur goal is to create a welcoming environment where young musicians can grow\, build confidence\, and develop a deeper connection to the traditions and culture of mariachi.
URL:https://abqmariachiproject.org/event/2026-auditions/
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SUMMARY:Fall 2026 Classes
DESCRIPTION:What to Expect in a Mariachi Sectional\nA mariachi sectional is a focused rehearsal where students work with other musicians who play the same or similar instruments. Sectionals give students the opportunity to strengthen their individual skills while learning the musical parts that come together to create a strong mariachi ensemble. \n\n\nWhat May Happen During a Sectional\nInstrument-Specific Instruction\nStudents will work on techniques specific to their instrument\, such as bowing and articulation for violins\, strumming patterns for guitar and vihuela\, bass lines and rhythm for guitarrón\, trumpet tone and articulation\, or harp technique and accompaniment patterns. \nLearning & Practicing Parts\nStudents may learn their individual mariachi parts\, including melodies\, harmonies\, bass lines\, rhythms\, introductions\, endings\, and musical accents. \nLearning by Ear\nStudents will be encouraged to develop the traditional mariachi skill of learning music by ear. Instructors may play or sing a musical phrase for students to listen to\, repeat\, and memorize. \nReading Music\nStudents may also practice reading sheet music\, identifying rhythms\, notes\, dynamics\, and musical markings within their assigned parts. \nRhythm & Ensemble Skills\nStudents will practice staying together\, counting\, listening to other sections\, and understanding how their part fits into the overall arrangement. \nSinging & Musical Expression\nDepending on the sectional\, students may practice vocal parts\, lyrics\, phrasing\, harmonies\, or the expressive style used in mariachi music. \nRepetition & Refinement\nStudents should expect to repeat challenging passages several times. Sectionals are a place to slow things down\, correct mistakes\, and build confidence before bringing the music back to the full ensemble. \nCome Ready to Participate\nStudents should bring their instrument\, music\, pencil\, and water and come prepared to listen\, participate\, and try new things. Mistakes are part of learning! \nThe purpose of a sectional is not only to learn notes—it is to develop musicianship\, discipline\, confidence\, listening skills\, and an understanding of the mariachi tradition. Students will leave sectionals better prepared to contribute to the full mariachi ensemble. \nAlso include the following schedules for each instrument.\nVihuela/Guitar/Guitarron/Harp  : Mondays\, 6-7:15pm \nTrumpets  : Wednesday\, 4-5:15pm \nViolins  : Mondays\, 4-6pm \nGroup rehearsal  : Tuesday’s 4-6pm
URL:https://abqmariachiproject.org/event/fall-2026-classes/
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