The author of this paragraph provides facts about the history and characteristics of traditional mariachi bands, including their composition, attire, and the contexts in which they performed, such as working on haciendas and at celebrations like weddings.
The first mariachi bands were made up of men. No women were part of the bands. The men in bands played violins, a harp, and a few guitars. One of the men was the lead singer. The men wore clothing that was similar to the kind worn by farmers. The clothing included white pants and a white shirt. Many of these music men found work on “haciendas,” which are large farms. The owner of a hacienda would pay the mariachi bands to entertain their farmers. The bands also would play their happy music at celebrations such as weddings.
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