Mariachi giving them modified shapes and tunings. In addition to instruments, the Spanish introduced the concept of musical groups—which, in the colonial period, generally consisted of two violins, a harp, and various guitars. This grouping gave rise to a number of folk musical styles in Mexico. One of these folk musical styles was the "son". This music featured string instruments. "Son" music divided into various regional varieties—the variety popular in the Jalisco area was called "son jalisciense", whose best known song, also referred to as "the mariachi national anthem," is “La Negra.” Modern mariachi music developed from this "son" style, with
Mariachi los Camperos milestone album, "Canciones de Mi Padre". They also appear on Ronstadt’s sequel album, "Mas Canciones", which was released in 1992, and toured with the singer nationwide. Nati Cano died October 3, 2014 due to declining health, passing on the group to the current musical director, Jesus "Chuy" Guzman. Cuco Del Cid died in January 2018. "¡Llegaron Los Camperos!" was nominated for the 2006 Grammy Award for Best Mexican/Mexican-American Album. 2008 Grammy Award for Best Regional Mexican Album. "Amor, Dolor y Lagrimas: Música Ranchera" was nominated for the 2008 Grammy Award for Best Regional Mexican Album. "Tradición, Arte y Pasión:" Mariachi