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The first professional folkloric music ensemble of its kind permanently-based within the United States and calling Kansas City home since 1991, Marimba Sol de Chiapas is the June 1st, 2004 evolution of the Mexican marimba band started in 1988 as Marimba Yajalón. Committed to the authentic performance practice and spirit of the marimba heard throughout Mesoamerica, Marimba Sol de Chiapas (which translates as The Chiapan Sun Marimba Group) maintains an active schedule of performances, recordings, and multi-cultural workshops. More than twenty years of ensemble highlights range from a feature on National Public Radio’s Morning Edition and a cameo appearance on ABC’s Good Morning America, to performing at the art world’s premier event of the Americas—Art Basil Miami. From performances at three International Festivals of the Marimba and events hosted by the Mexican Consul of New Orleans celebrating the Bicentennial of Mexico’s independence from Spain, to several Compact Disc recordings—including Sol’s upcoming release Sunrise. So authentic is their interpretation and approach that the ensemble has toured Mexico on numerous occasions as guests of the Mexican Government. Dedicated to community as well as art, Marimba Sol de Chiapas is a teaching performance ensemble with well over thirty years combined in-school presentation experience. One of Sol's specialties is their in-school program: The Musics of Mexico, that takes students on a virtual musical tour of four of Mexico's best-known regional musical styles. Through a multi-media presentation (no special equipment required--the program is completely self-contained) that seamlessly integrates prerecorded music, a dazzling slide show, engaging commentary with extensive audience interaction, and live musical performances, the rich culture, history, language, geography, and music of the United States' closest, yet often very distant neighbors "south of the border" comes alive!!! Don't forget to ask about Sol's celebration of Mexican Music & Dance: Passport to FIESTA! The marimba band's emphasis on enriching as well as entertaining their audiences in a variety of local, national, and international venues and formats brings the music of the Mexican marimba to thousands of listeners, and furthers the reputation of Marimba Sol de Chiapas as North America's premiere professional Mexican Marimba ensemble. Marimba Sol de Chiapas is available for your next event or special occasion, including: - Concerts - Parties - Conventions - Fundraisers - Master Classes - Receptions - Festivals - In-school Programs - and more!!! Marimba Sol de Chiapas -- It's What All The Buzz Is About!!!