Mariachi songs were longer than the standard three-and-a-half minutes of the then-standard 78 rpm record, forcing the shortening of tunes. Around the same time, the popularity of jazz and Cuban music introduced the trumpet into mariachi, pushing the violins into second place and in some cases, replacing the harp. The most prized of the mariachis remained those from the state of Jalisco, particularly the areas of Cocula and Tecalitlán. They represented Mexico to the people during the Independence Day celebrations in Mexico City in 1933 as well as during Lázaro Cárdenas' election campaign in 1936. The charro tradition was strong in
Entre Tangos Y Mariachi Entre Tangos Y Mariachi Entre Tangos Y Mariachi ("Between Tangos And Mariachi") is the title of a studio album released by Spanish performer Rocío Dúrcal on May 15, 2001 by BMG Ariola. This was the second album produced by Argentinian songwriter Bebu Silvetti for the singer. This album features ten cover versions of famous tango, mariachi and samba songs that cross the genres of the mariachi and tango musical styles. To promote this album, the Spanish singer embarked on a tour, performing concert dates in Spain. This ended 13 years of absence from her native land. Four singles were released