Mariachi Educator Survey

Thank you for helping H. Jimenez find out more about the Mariachi program in your school system. Our goal is to understand and be a support for you, as the educator, as well as your students. We appreciate all of your feedback. Please feel free to contact us at any time for questions, comments, and support.

H. Jimenez
12020 Volunteer Blvd.
Mt. Juliet, TN 37122
615-773-3703

What grade levels were included in the initial rollout?

Elementary School Middle School High School Collegiate Level

How long ago did the Mariachi program(s) start here?

Less than a year ago 1-2 years ago 2+ years ago I am just beginning to establish my Mariachi program at my school/district

If the programs were staggered by grade level, in what order did this happen?

Lower levels to higher levels Higher levels to lower levels

Do members of the community (other than parents/guardians) attend concerts/performances?

Extended family routinely attend Members of the general community attend (it's improving community involvement in the district) Not generally. The attendees are similar to those at every music concert/performance.

Please state the approximate size of the Mariachi programs in your school district.

What is the primary source used to the acquisition of funds? (check all that apply)

School/District budget- Mariachi programs have an independent budget from other music department allotments School/District budget- Mariachi programs share a portion of a total music program budget Government Grants and Cultural Funding School and Community Fundraisers

What time of the year are Mariachi instruments typically purchased?

Please share the factors that influence your instrumental purchases.

	Highly Influential Factor	Somewhat Influential Factor	Neutral Factor
Local Dealer Store Stock
Local Store Salesman Suggestions
Other Mariachi teacher suggestions
Brand Loyalty to current instrument
Information/Experiences from Mariachi Festivals and events

How are Mariachi instruments generally purchased? (select all that apply)

Through a local dealer Online

How many Mariachi performances occur during the school year?

Do you belong to any focused Mariachi educator network, organization, etc. ? (if yes, please name)

No

What do you wish your Mariachi instrument source would be able to provide that they do not currently? (select all that apply)

Specific instruments (please list these specific instruments in the "other" box as well) Curriculum Materials Forum Support Professional Development inservices

Do you currently have a degree or continuing education credits for a Mariachi focus?

Yes, I have a music education degree with a Mariachi focus. Yes, I have a music education degree and have taken continuing education credits in Mariachi. No, I do not have a focused Mariachi specialty in tandem with my music education degree. I do not have a music education degree. I am adjunct and simply have Mariachi experience.

Are your Mariachi students members of the regular band program in your school/district?

Yes, a majority Yes, a few No, my students do not participate in the mainstream instrumental program I am not aware of my students' other musical participation.

Please tell us a bit about yourself

What is your age range?

under 25 26-35 36-45 46+

I am...

Male Female I prefer not to answer

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