West Preparatory Institute J-SHS – Mariachi Melody Beginning

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

This one-year course is designed for students with no previous Mariachi, violin, trumpet, or vocal experience. Areas of concentration include note reading, aural skills, singing, instrumental technique songs, rhythmic patterns, construction, musical forms, improvisation, and performing experiences. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This is an elective course appropriate for grades six through eight and may be repeated.