Instrumental
No instrumental experience is needed, but preference will be given to those that have experience in a mariachi instrument (violin, trumpet, guitar, vihuela, guitarron, or harp).
Students should be ready to do some simple musical techniques such as matching pitch and rhythms.
Vocal
Singing is a requirement for all students auditioning. No vocal experience is necessary, but students must be willing to try their best. A “simple” prepared mariachi piece is preferred (e.g. Cielito Lindo, El Rey, Las Mañanitas, etc.) but other genres or “simple” songs will be accepted (Happy Birthday, etc.). Students unwilling to sing will likely not be considered for acceptance.