Basic Strumming | Mariachi Rhythms & Techniques

Fernando Briseño, Director of the School of Mariachi in Guadalajara, shows us the basic strumming techniques used in Mariachi music. See Chapter Markers below… Topics Covered | click the time to skip to topic | 0:17 Differences between Guitar and Vihuela 0:40 Position & Use of the Fingers, Hand, Wrist & Arm 1:30 Vihuela Technique 2:35 Common Mistakes 3:31 Guitar Technique 4:41 Common Mistakes 5:20 Awareness & Appreciation of Other Instruments in the Group 6:56 Mariachi Vocal Prowess & Development 8:51 Importance of Listening to Mariachi Repertoire