A traditional Mexican musical ensemble that plays folk music with violins, trumpets, and guitars, or the style of music played by such a group.
From Mexican Spanish, possibly derived from French 'mariage' (marriage), since mariachi bands traditionally played at weddings. The genre became formalized in Mexico during the 19th century.
Mariachi music was so important to Mexican culture that UNESCO recognized it as a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity in 2001—it's a precious cultural treasure!
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