by Aaron Hansen | Mar 12, 2018 | Mariachi
Did you know that the Jalisco Harp was the original bass instrument in the mariachi ensemble? The Jalisco Harp was the instrument preferred by the mariachi harp players in southern Jalisco and Michoacán. One reason the Guitarrón eventually replaced the mariachi harp...
by Aaron Hansen | Mar 12, 2018 | Mariachi
Shop Guitarrónes! What is a Guitarron? The Guitarrón is a large bass guitar. Guitarrón translates to large guitar – the suffix means big or large. It has 6 strings – 3 that are nylon wound with a nylon monofilament core or nylon fibers, and 3 that are steel,...
by Aaron Hansen | Mar 12, 2018 | Mariachi
Evolution of the Violin in Mariachi Music Like the guitar, the violin is an instrument widely recognized across the world. The violin was developed in Europe, then brought to the New World by the Spaniards in the 15th century. The indigenous Mexican people quickly...
by Aaron Hansen | Mar 1, 2018 | Conservatory
Prabhas is in 2nd grade. He has studied piano with Dorothy Thomas in the West Music Lesson program for over a year, and is making great progress on his instrument! His teacher has this to say about working with him: “In this year of piano, Prabhas has been able...
by Aaron Hansen | Jan 17, 2018 | Extraordinary Associate of the Month
Whether face to face in the store, out on location, working the phone or feverishly typing on his computer keyboard, Patrick exemplifies true professionalism! He has quickly become the face of West Music Quad Cities piano division and works tirelessly to provide total...
