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Colorado Youth Mariachi Program teaches mariachi music to youth between the ages of 7 and 23 years old and conducts performances around their community. Instruction includes lessons in trumpet, violin, guitar, voice, and traditional mariachi instruments vihuela and guitarron. Classes also include the history of mariachi, its culture and performance etiquette. Alongside classes, students have the opportunity to perform for their community at public events and travel to national mariachi workshops and conferences. Instruction is provided by trained music educators and experienced mariachi musicians.
"The goal of Colorado Youth Mariachi Program is to provide youth with a music experience that purposefully fosters the appreciation and value of mariachi and Mexican culture. We don't just teach music; we practice responsibility, teach commitment, inspire dedication, and embrace our passion and respect for our culture." -Executive Director, Isahar Mendez-Flores
Youth Development
Music activities are opportunities for youth to learn time management, team work, communication, and professionalism.
Improving self esteem
Music allows opportunities for youth to gain confidence through musical accomplishments and peer collaboration.
Community Engagement
Students participate in a variety of community events that allow cultural representation, community partnerships, and the opportunity for our students to give back.
Colorado Youth Mariachi Program is on a mission to inspire youth in the art of music making and mariachi culture. We are committed to fostering the appreciation and value of mariachi education in our youth and their family through a quality and accessible music program.
Inspired by the personal experience of Executive Director, Isahar Mendez-Flores, and Musical Director and Trumpet Teacher, Victor Becerra, the Colorado Youth Mariachi Program (CYMP), was officially launched as a 501c3 in 2019 after offering three years of free music lessons to seven young family members and their friends. These two musicians set out to deliver mariachi music education with the understanding that participant outcomes would be greater than learning to play an instrument.
Since its inception CYMP has remained dedicated to the mission of inspiring youth in the art of music making and mariachi culture. The program has found support from local mariachi musicians, workshops and inspired schools to begin their own programs. We are committed to fostering the appreciation and value of mariachi education in our youth and their families through a high quality and accessible music program.
Organization name
Colorado Youth Mariachi Program
2019
Tax id (EIN)
81-4527271
Category
Youth Development, Arts, Culture & Humanities, Education
Organization Size
Small Organization
Address
6970 OLIVE STDenver, CO, US
Commerce City, CO, US