Mariachi
(noun)
A type of traditional Mexican music that is performed by a small ensemble, typically consisting of guitars, violins, and trumpets, and is associated with festivities and celebrations.
Origin:
Mariachi: origin is uncertain but possibly derived from the french word for 'wedding' or from the indigenous mexican word for 'music'.
Examples:
- The mariachi band played a lively tune that got everyone up and dancing.
- The mariachi music filled the streets with its distinctive sound.
- The bride and groom had a mariachi band play at their wedding reception.
- The mariachi festival was a celebration of Mexican culture and music.
- The mariachi singer's voice was rich and soulful, capturing the hearts of everyone in the room.