Mariachi UC Davis will focus on the study and performance of
traditional mariachi music. Genres include Són Jalisciense,
Canción Ranchera, Corrido, Huapango, Bolero, Polka, Joropo,
Pasodoble, Vals Mexicano, and some contemporary mariachi
song-styles.
This course requires the ability to play one of the standard
mariachi instruments, which include violin, trumpet, guitarrón,
vihuela, guitar, harp, or guitarra de golpe as well as the
ability to sing at least at a choral level. Bring an instrument
if you have one!
No audition is necessary—please
contact the director, Oscar Garibay
Course Information
MUS 156
Meets Mondays and Wednesdays 6:10–8:00 pm
in Room 105, Music Building
Oscar Garibay is recognized as a versatile musician. As a
classical instrumentalist, Garibay has won several concerto
competitions and toured internationally with various orchestras
and bands. In his role as a mariachi musician, Garibay has
performed on tour with the Grammy Award-winning Mariachi Los
Camperos. He has also accompanied critically acclaimed artists,
including Steven Sandoval, Shaila Dúrcal, Lupita Infante, Ana
Bárbara, Yuri, Beatriz Adriana, Juan Valentín, Leo Dan, and many
others.
