Son jarocho Music from Tlacotalpán

José Mariano and Julio César Corro perform traditional son jarocho music from Veracruz state in Mexico. Son jarocho is a folk music tradition where Spanish, indigenous, and African influences meet in rhythm, poetry, song, and zapateado - a rhythmic step dance.

Both musicians are also skilled instrument makers. During the concert, the audience will learn about traditional instruments and hear about their history and craftsmanship.

Julio César Corro is a master instrument builder from Tlacotalpán in Veracruz, a folk musician and cultural educator who has devoted his life to preserving and passing on the son jarocho tradition and instruments such as the jarana and harp to new generations. He leads the cultural centre El Retiro in his hometown and received the Masters of Mexico's Artisanal Heritage Award in 2022. His son José Mariano is a trained musician who specializes in the jarocho harp.