Types of Mexican Instruments The rich tradition of Mariachi, Banda, Nortena and Ranchera sounds are a rich treasure from the Mexican culture. Many common and not-so-common instruments are used by the bands and groups that perform traditional and modern Mexican music. Maracas Maracas are a percussion instrument that are used in Salsa music. They are made of the fruit of the higuera tree. The round and small fruit is first dried. Through two drilled holes, small pebbles are inserted and a handle is attached. The amount of pebbles in a maraca is traditionally an uneven number to create a distinct sound. Guiro A guiro is a dried gourd with ridges on the surface of the shell to provide a rough place to rake a wooden stick across. Dating to pre-Columbian times, this percussion instrument is still used by Salsa bands today. Some guiros can be produced by metal, plastic or fiberglass.This instrument is also known as a calabazo, guayo, ralladera or rascador. Harp The Vera C...
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