All the Best Mariachi

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In the 1940s and 1950s, the Mexican film industry was at its peak and with it rose the popularity of mariachi music. Movie soundtrack composers established the mariachi sound by smoothing the rough edges off a folk style originating in the western Mexican states. The new style emphasized the contrast between regal Spanish trumpets and rippling marimba rhythms drawn from West African parentage. A violin section unites the two in a sweeping blend of local and European melodies. On this well-played collection, romantic vocals take the lead and an electronic keyboard occasionally doubles for the marimba, but the end result is still a big-hearted dose of nostalgia. This release comprises the first disc of the two-CD set All the Best from Mexico: 40 Mexican Favorites, so look to that better-rounded budget-priced collection if 20 songs just aren't enough. --Bob Tarte

All the Best Mariachi,Various Artists,Madacy Records,Int'l & World Music,Latin Continuum,Mariachi,Pop,World Music

Average customer rating: Tacky Don't waste your money The Best From Mexico All that you'd expect Great Mexican Party CD

All The Best From Mexico: 40 Mexican Favorites [2-CD SET] Various Artists Manufacturer: Madacy Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music Mexico | International | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Latin Pop | Latin Music | Styles | Music Mariachi | Latin Music | Styles | Music Similar Items: Mariachi from Mexico Fiesta in Mexico Mariachi: Folklore de Mexico Aniversario 100: Canciones Mexicanas Que Canta el Mundo Valses Mexicanos ASIN: B000000LRD Release Date: 1996-02-09

Tracks:

1. Jarabe Mexicano - Caravage La Societe
2. La Cucaracha - Caravage La Societe
3. Flor De Mexico - J. Coulon/Narro Pasqual/Tallada Maria
4. Ahi Viene El Mariachi - J. Coulon/Narro Pasqual/Tallada Maria
5. Mariachi Alegre - J. Coulon/Narro Pasqual/Tallada Maria
6. El Zopilote Mojado - J. Coulon/Narro Pasqual/Tallada Maria
7. Las Perlitas - J. Coulon/Narro Pasqual/Tallada Maria
8. Las Chiapanecas - J. Coulon/Narro Pasqual/Tallada Maria
9. La Tortolita - J. Coulon/Narro Pasqual/Tallada Maria
10. Pajaro Carpintero - J. Coulon/Narro Pasqual/Tallada Maria
11. La Maruca - J. Coulon/Narro Pasqual/Tallada Maria
12. El Jarabe Tapatio - J. Coulon/Narro Pasqual/Tallada Maria
13. Guerdame Esos Ojitos - J. Coulon/Narro Pasqual/Tallada Maria
14. Vaya Cuervo - J. Coulon/Narro Pasqual/Tallada Maria
15. Viva Autlan - J. Coulon/Narro Pasqual/Tallada Maria
16. Polka De Jalisco - J. Coulon/Narro Pasqual/Tallada Maria
17. La Mancornadora - J. Coulon/Narro Pasqual/Tallada Maria
18. La Gaviotas - J. Coulon/Narro Pasqual/Tallada Maria
19. Que Milagro Chaparrita - J. Coulon/Narro Pasqual/Tallada Maria
20. Espana Cani - J. Coulon/Narro Pasqual/Tallada Maria
21. Bonus Track 1 - All The Best From Mexico

Tracks:

1. False Majur - J. Spelberg/T. Royal/P. Dreamos/Ed. Escurial/Ed. Labrador
2. Yo Vi Llorar A Dios - J. Spelberg/T. Royal/P. Dreamos/Ed. Escurial/Ed. Labrador
3. Aqui Vienen Los Mariachi - J. Spelberg/T. Royal/P. Dreamos/Ed. Escurial/Ed. Labrador
4. Viva El Amor - J. Spelberg/T. Royal/P. Dreamos/Ed. Escurial/Ed. Labrador
5. Volver Volver - Canciones Del Mundo
6. Eres Libre - Canciones Del Mundo
7. Guadalajara - Canciones Del Mundo
8. Por Culpa Tuya - Canciones Del Mundo
9. El Jinete - Falconier Maurice/Garaventz Diran/Perrou Nicolas
10. Llorar Llorar - Falconier Maurice/Garaventz Diran/Perrou Nicolas
11. Cancion Mixteca - Marin Francisco
12. A Punto De Llorar - Marin Francisco
13. A Tu Salud - Marin Francisco
14. El Carretero - Marin Francisco
15. La Feria De Las Flores - Marin Francisco
16. El Gavilancillo - Canciones Del Mundo
17. Camino De Guanajuato - Canciones Del Mundo
18. El Coyote - Canciones Del Mundo
19. El Mariachi - Canciones Del Mundo
20. Adios Adios - Canciones Del Mundo

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From the accordion polkas of the Texas border to the dazzling harp of the Veracruz region, there's a huge range of folk music styles in Mexico. But this double-CD box is primarily aimed at lovers of mariachi who just can't get enough of the precision horn parts, swaying unison violins, and wildly joyful marimba. The unnamed ensemble on disc 1 brings impressive chops and unbridled enthusiasm that sweeps freshness even into standards like "La Cucaracha," "The Mexican Hat Dance" (disguised here as "El Jarabe Tapatio"), and the ditty that's become the American ballpark warhorse, "Las Chiapanecas" (you won't fail to recognize the middle section). Disc 2 adds a romantic bent with yearning Latin vocals and, of all things, an electronic keyboard that does little to detract from the nostalgic atmosphere. For a rootsy, rough-and-tumble version of mariachi, treat yourself to the CD Sones from Jalisco by Mariachi Reyes del Aserradero. --Bob Tarte

Customer Reviews:

Tacky.......2006-11-10

This is Mexican favorites from a corny old folks perspective. It was neither classical or tejano, just tacky stuff. I was very disappointed and returned it.

Don't waste your money.......2004-08-30

Its an okay CD but I don't think its worth your hard earned dollars. Many of the tracks are mediocre and there are few gems here. Instead, I recommend that you read through my guide on Mexican music which will expose you to dozens of wonderful Mexican albums and provide you with a historical background of the music.

To see the guide simply click on my name above, then scroll to see all of my "So you would like to....guides"

The Best From Mexico.......2002-12-23

It is worthless.Its mexican orchistrated music,which means it is not so hot.

All that you'd expect.......2001-06-22

This CD is most of the music you'd hear from any decent mariachi band or a soundtrack for a Mexican restaurant. Not terribly inventive or daring and on some tracks the production values are subpar. Overall, however, it's a fine introduction to traditional Mexican music and like any compilation, may very well lead the listener down the road to experiencing new artists.

Great Mexican Party CD.......2001-01-07

I do love a theme party...and this is the perfect compliment to a Mexican dinner party. Reasonably priced -- 2 CDs. The music really sets the tone for fun!

Average customer rating:

All The Best From Tijuana Various Artists Manufacturer: Madacy Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music Mexico | International | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Mariachi | Latin Music | Styles | Music CDs Under $7 | International General | International | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs $7 - $10 | International General | International | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | International General | International | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs Under $7 | Mexico | International | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Mexico | International | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Mexico | International | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs Under $7 | Mariachi | Latin Music | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Mariachi | Latin Music | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Mariachi | Latin Music | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music ASIN: B000000K4F Release Date: 1994-09-08

Tracks:

1. Arena Santa Monica
2. The Bell And The Bugle
3. El Toro Bravo
4. The Ghost Of Influence (When The Saints...)
5. Guantanamera
6. The Night Goes On (O Sole Mio)
7. Pan Pot Dixie
8. The Ramblin Swallow
9. Soft Waving With A Tik
10. Studying For Elephant
11. A Taste Of Honey
12. Tijuana Sleighride
13. Two Plus Two
14. El Maracas
15. Tijuana Taxi
16. South Of The Border
17. Las Tijuanas
18. Blue Spanish Eyes
19. Spanish Flea
20. Habanera
21. Mexican Shuffle
22. Pedro Smith

Average customer rating: Not the best mariachi

All the Best Mariachi Various Artists Manufacturer: Madacy Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music Mexico | International | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Latin Pop | Latin Music | Styles | Music Mariachi | Latin Music | Styles | Music Traditional Mexican | Compilations | Latin Music | Styles | Music CDs Under $7 | International General | International | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs $7 - $10 | International General | International | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | International General | International | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs Under $7 | Mexico | International | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Mexico | International | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Mexico | International | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs Under $7 | Mariachi | Latin Music | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Mariachi | Latin Music | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Mariachi | Latin Music | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music ASIN: B000000K5Z Release Date: 1994-09-08

Tracks:

1. Falsa Mujer
2. Yo Vi Llorar A Dios
3. Aqui Vienen Los Mariachi
4. Viva El Amor
5. Volver Volver
6. Eres Libre
7. Guadalajara
8. Por Culpa Tuya
9. El Jinete
10. Llorar Llorar
11. Cancioon Mixteca
12. A Punto De Llorar
13. A Tu Salud
14. El Carretero
15. La Feria De Las Flores
16. El Gavilancillo
17. Camino De Guanajuato
18. El coyote
19. El Mariachi
20. Adios Adios

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In the 1940s and 1950s, the Mexican film industry was at its peak and with it rose the popularity of mariachi music. Movie soundtrack composers established the mariachi sound by smoothing the rough edges off a folk style originating in the western Mexican states. The new style emphasized the contrast between regal Spanish trumpets and rippling marimba rhythms drawn from West African parentage. A violin section unites the two in a sweeping blend of local and European melodies. On this well-played collection, romantic vocals take the lead and an electronic keyboard occasionally doubles for the marimba, but the end result is still a big-hearted dose of nostalgia. This release comprises the first disc of the two-CD set All the Best from Mexico: 40 Mexican Favorites, so look to that better-rounded budget-priced collection if 20 songs just aren't enough. --Bob Tarte

Customer Reviews:

Not the best mariachi.......2000-10-11

This collelction of mariachi music is far from the best. I was very dissatified with the quality of music. It lacked the strength and vibrancy expected in this type of music. Vocals and instrumentals are very weak.

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