Music

Son Jarocho Ensemble

Occidental's Son Jarocho Ensemble introduces students to the songs and instrumental techniques of son jarocho, a musical genre from Veracruz, Mexico that mixes indigenous Mexican, African, Spanish, and Arabic sounds. 

The course is taught by a master musician who brings over 20 years of musical experience to his classes. Students learn to play jarana, the eight-stringed guitar that provides the harmonic scaffold for son jarocho. In addition to weekly rehearsals with the ensemble, students will be expected to practice on their own and to participate in a public performance at the end of the semester. No prior music experience is required.

Contact Cesar Castro
Son Jarocho Ensemble blog

  • Contact: Wendy Clifford, senior administrative assistant, (323) 259-2785, Booth 205
  • Contact: Irene Girton, department chair, (323) 259-2590, Booth 205