JARABE
JARABE has captivated audiences across the United States through their magnetic performances that blend traditional and contemporary musical genres. Born in the American Southwest, the band draws inspiration from their Mexican roots as well as the Chicano rock, Tejano, and Brown-eyed Soul movements of the 1960s, 70s, and 80s. Their family-friendly programs include two seasonal shows “Dia De Los Muertos: A Celebration Of Life” and “Feliz Navidad: A Bordeño Soul Christmas.” Their year-round show, “Fiesta en Familia: Home Is Where the Heart Is” highlights Hispanic heritage as experienced by Americans throughout the country!
JARABE’s engaging bilingual performances both entertain and educate as they explore the various global influences on Latin and American music. Well-known for their ability to connect with student audiences, JARABE is frequently hired for repeat educational residencies in communities throughout the country. Their outreach offerings include all-school assemblies, musical workshops curated for K-12 students, as well as masterclasses for those in higher education.
JARABE ha cautivado a públicos a lo largo de Estados Unidos con sus imponentes presentaciones que fusionan géneros musicales tradicionales y contemporáneos. Originaria del suroeste estadounidense, la banda se inspira en sus raíces mexicanas, así como en los movimientos de rock Chicano, Tejano, y baladista de los años 60, 70 y 80. Su programación familiar incluye dos espectáculos de temporada titulados "Día de los Muertos: A Celebration of Life" y "Feliz Navidad: A Bordeño Soul Christmas". Su espectáculo general, "Fiesta en Familia: Home Is Where the Heart Is", destaca la herencia hispana tal como la viven los estadounidenses en todo el país.
Las fascinantes exhibiciones bilingües de JARABE entretienen y educan al explorar las variedades de influencias globales sobre la música latina y estadounidense. Reconocidos por su capacidad para conectar con grupos estudiantiles, JARABE es contratado con frecuencia para residencias educativas en numerosas comunidades. Sus actividades de extensión incluyen asambleas escolares, talleres musicales diseñados para estudiantes de primaria y secundaria, así como clases magistrales para estudiantes de educación superior.
Available Programs:
Jarabe's family fiesta includes music and personal stories that highlight what it's like to grow up on the US-Mexico border. From romantic ballads fit for a serenade to exuberant dance songs that run the gamut between folk and contemporary, this party is worth celebrating year-round!
"A lead teacher wrote to say, “Jarabe were professional and personable. They made an instant connection with our students and asked lots of questions about our mariachi program and made suggestions for future contacts to help us with the mariachi. They presented a variety of musical genres and their performance was both educational and enjoyable.” Given how we run our program, it’s refreshing to work with an agency that both understands our mission so well and has artists that are so passionate about presenting work to audiences in a way that furthers our mission. I can count on MLAM to provide excellent, accessible materials before the visit and well-prepared artists who thoughtfully engage in EVERY venue, with EVERY audience we schedule. I appreciate all of their efforts, from my first question about an artist in residence to the last note played at an engagement!"
- Margot Day, Performing Arts Director
Quad City Arts
DIA DE LOS MUERTOS: "CELEBRATION OF LIFE":
With music, stories, and an altar commemorating their loved ones as well as popular icons like Ritchie Valens, Bob Marley, Selena, and Juan Gabriel, Jarabe's celebration highlights the importance of family connections and the power of cultural remembrance for Latinos and their descendants.
A BORDEÑO SOUL CHRISTMAS:
Make it a “Feliz Navidad” as Jarabe brings their fun-loving exuberance to the stage! Standout vocalists Tavo Alcoser, Antonio Pro, and Eddy Valencia combine with the dynamic stylings of guitarist Esteban Smith and Danny Brito on drums. Bilingual songs and stories from both sides of the border will entertain you! Sing along to classics made famous by Bing Crosby, Brenda Lee, Elvis, José Alfredo Jiménez, and Tony Camargo. Enjoy Jarabe’s breathtaking Spanish rendition of Schubert’s “Ave Maria” in honor of Mexico’s Lady of Guadalupe. You won’t want to miss “A Bordeño Soul Christmas!”
"Another GREAT concert at the Basalt Regional Library!!! It would take a long time to enumerate the enthusiastic comments that patrons have shared with me! Your ability to capture the audience is amazing......it’s an art in itself. Add to that your individual reservoirs of talent, and you have the formula for a successful concert! Thank you for sharing your passion for music with our community. The AMFS staff members expressed appreciation for your skillful conducting of a very successful workshop. Your educational approach to music did not go unnoticed. When children walk out of the room saying,’that was fun!’, you know you succeeded in sharing music with them."
- CHARLOTTE MCLAIN, Music Program Coordinator
Basalt Regional Library
"The musicians from Jarabe were FANTASTIC. The residency went smoothly, and every single event was nothing short of a success. All students of any age were engaged, enthusiastic, and had fantastic questions. We had multiple groups raise their hands and ask to dance! Their final performance was a joy. We only had good feedback, with more requests for various styles of music. We also saw a different audience than past shows."
MEGAN GILBY, City and County of Broomfield
"They were absolutely fantastic! The talent, energy, kindness…the community loved them as did the kids and teachers at the school."
Kim Krueger, Artistic Director, Whitefish Theatre Company
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