Inspiring youth in the art of music making and mariachi culture.
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Now accepting new students for:
Fall 2026 Season
Aug 3rd - Nov 21st, 2026
🎶 Mariachi Classes
We serve students ages 7–25 through engaging 16 week classes that build musical skills, cultural appreciation, and performance experience. Classes are offered for multiple skill levels. Tuition varies by class, and financial assistance may be available.
🎶 CYMP Curriculum Overview
Colorado Youth Mariachi Program (CYMP) offers a comprehensive, multi-level curriculum designed to develop well-rounded mariachi musicians through progressive learning, cultural appreciation, and performance excellence. Each level builds upon the skills of the previous one—empowering students to grow as both individual artists and ensemble members.
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This table outlines the typical progression students may achieve over 6–7 years of participation.
Level 1
Level 1 students are:
New participants with little or no previous experience on their instrument or in music. Students are often placed in our Fundamental or Beginner class to begin or continue building on their fundamental learning through basic mariachi techniques!
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Level 1 students will eventually be able to:
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Demonstrate proficiency in playing at least three major scales.
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Develop and perform effective instrument warm-up routines.
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Establish consistent and productive practice habits for continued improvement.
Level 3
Level 3 students are:
Strengthening their music literacy and instrumental skills through the exploration of a variety of mariachi songs and more advanced technique exercises. Students are able to sight read music, sing on pitch and are learning at least 8 mariachi songs by memory.
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Level 3 students will eventually be able to:
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Perform six major scales and two minor scales with accuracy and appropriate technique.
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Identify and describe at least four distinct mariachi styles.
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Sing on pitch with proper tone and breath support.
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Memorize and perform at least 8 musical pieces with confidence.
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Demonstrate consistent and effective practice habits that support ongoing skill development.
Level 2
Level 2 students are:
Putting into practice basic musical skills and concepts. Student are developing voice skills, practicing identifying mariachi styles and learning how to perform traditional mariachi music. Students are learning between 4 to 8 mariachi songs and learning to sight read confidently.
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Level 2 students will eventually be able to:
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Identify and apply key signatures.
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Perform five major scales in two mariachi styles with correct tone and technique.
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Sing confidently as part of a coro.
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Memorize and perform at least two song independently.
Level 4
Level 4 students are:
Working on a number of mariachi pieces in a variety of styles all while focusing on performance skills and instrumental techniques. Students are able to read music confidently and memorize music quickly. Throughout their training, students will build a 12 to 20 piece repertoire with the intention to perform confidently.
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Level 4 students will eventually be able to:
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Identify, describe, and perform examples of at least six distinct mariachi styles.
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Understand and perform any scale on the Circle of Fifths.
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Accurately transpose music for their instrument or voice.
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Sing solo with confidence and musical expression.
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Develop and implement an advanced, individualized practice routine.
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Memorize and perform up to twenty classic mariachi songs.
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