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How often should I change my strings?
How often should I change my strings?
Varsity and JV-A members need to change strings every two to three months.
Other groups once a semester.
Where can I pay my mariachi fees?
Where can I pay my mariachi fees?
Your mariachi fees can be payed through REVTRAK. If paying in cash please bring cash to Mr. Figueroa so that he can provide a receipt.
What are the requirements to obtain a graduation cord?
What are the requirements to obtain a graduation cord?
In order to qualify for a mariachi cord, the student must meet one of the following:
Must be part of UIL state qualifying group (varsity) for a minimum of consecutive 2 years.
Have made TMEA All- State mariachi (at least one time during high school).
Is part of a National Music Honor Organization and is in good standing.
For the mariachi fair share fee, can we set up a payment plan?
For the mariachi fair share fee, can we set up a payment plan?
Yes, please email Mr. Figueroa or Mr. Moore for further assistance.
What type of strings do I need to buy?
What type of strings do I need to buy?
For Violin:
Helicore
Vision
Prelude
Vihula:
D'ddario Vihuela String
La valenciana
Guitar (nylon strings):
Sabares hard tension
La bella 850 or 900
D,ddario pro.arte
Guitarron:
Guadalupe - Silver or especiales
Where can I find the dates for events or rehearsals?
Where can I find the dates for events or rehearsals?
The dates will be posted on the google calendar.
How oftern do I need to clean my traje?
How oftern do I need to clean my traje?
We recommend that you take your traje to be dry-cleaned once a semester or as needed depending on the usage.
Does my student qualify for a letterman jacket?
Does my student qualify for a letterman jacket?
If your student is a senior and has been in the mariachi program for four years, the student qualifies for a jacket. In addition, if any student who has made it into the TMEA Region All-state mariachi or has competed in UIL solo state competition and received a division 1 also qualifies for the jacket. Our policies are being reviewed in order to maintain consistency with the policy of band, choir, and orchestra please make sure to check with director for any further questions.
Do we have to purchase the instrument?
Do we have to purchase the instrument?
That depends on you. The mariachi program does have certain instruments that we can rent out such as; Guitars, Vihuelas, Guitarrones, and very few violins. If you wish to rent an instrument with a music company you are welcomed to. It is up to the student and parent whether they would like to make the investment and purchase the instrument.
Where can my son/daughter get private lessons?
Where can my son/daughter get private lessons?
Please send us an email so that we can give you a list of teachers that could be available for private lessons. Please note that any private lesson will not be paid by the mariachi program. The private instructors we recommend are only recommendations and you are welcomed to pick someone else that might work best for you.
Can students switch mariachi ensembles?
Can students switch mariachi ensembles?
No, students cannot decide to change ensembles. Students have auditions in may in order to have their placement for the following school year. Directors may change students to a different ensemble depending on situation or need.
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