Ramón Rivera: pTrumpet Time - Easy Mariachi Songs for Beginners

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Introduce mini musicians to the world of Mariachi with this brand new song and method book for beginners.

Written by award-winning Mariachi educator Ramón Rivera, pTrumpet Time: Easy Mariachi Songs for Beginners is a vibrant, step-by-step introduction to playing the pTrumpet and exploring the music and traditions of Mariachi.

Beginning with the basics of breathing, buzzing, and posture, the book guides learners through their first notes, pitch changes, and essential valve combinations. pBone Music’s unique BrassTabs system makes the music easy to follow, while QR-linked instructional videos and play-along tracks provide additional support at every stage.

Learners can put their new skills into practice with five well-known songs:

• La Raspa
• La Bamba
• De Colores
• Árboles de la Barranca
• La Mucura

Each piece includes standard notation, chord symbols, BrassTabs and clear valve guidance. The supplied chords also allow guitar and ukulele players to join in, making the book ideal for group music-making in the elementary classroom.

Alongside the practical activities, young musicians are introduced to the history and cultural significance of Mariachi, folklórico dance and the instruments that create the distinctive mariachi sound, from trumpet and violin to vihuela, guitarrón, guitar, harp and accordion.

Ideal for first-time brass players, elementary music classrooms, school Mariachi programs, community groups and home learning, pTrumpet Time: Easy Mariachi Songs for Beginners offers an accessible and inspiring pathway into both trumpet playing and Mariachi music. A certificate of achievement gives learners a rewarding way to celebrate their progress.

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SKU: TR163

Composer: Ramón Rivera

Instrumentation: pTrumpet

Difficulty: Beginner

Year Published: 2026