On March 18th, join Son del Valle for two films exploring the history, music and culture of son jarocho, the traditional campesino music from Veracruz, Mexico that has resisted the threat of extinction caused by corporate globalization. In the face of this threat, jarocho communities have joined together to spread the traditional practices and values of the fandango, not only to preserve the rural tradition, but to overcome and thrive.
About the films:
Fandango, Searching for the White Monkey weaves together the stories of musicians as they struggle to revive a dying tradition of Veracruz, Mexico. This musical documentary takes us from California's inner city to the heart of the Veracruz savannah, the cradle of the son Jarocho. Fandango, featuring rare footage spanning 25 years, is the story of personal transformation and the power of culture.
La Familia Raices is a short documentary on the family and Son Jarocho banda Grupo Raices from Oaxaca. The Raices Family play traditional Son Jaracho music in support of the Oaxacan people’s social movement. This traditional Afro-indigenous music originates in the state of Veracruz and is also traditionally played in some parts of the state of Oaxaca. This musical tradition is based upon popular education, collective organizing, and long term self determination for its musicians and instrument makers. The Raices family breaks through the difficulties faced by any family, with music, resistance, and determination.
There is a $3 - $5 suggested donation. All proceeds will go toward the RGV participating in the Farmworker Freedom March this April 16-18.
