Jarana yucateca
The jarana is the typical dance and musical form of the Yucatan Peninsula. There are two possible meters: "seis por ocho" (in musical counts of 6/8) and "tres por cuatro" (in musical counts of 3/4). The jarana dance is done in pairs; the footwork is the same for women and men.

La jarana de Yucatán
The music of the jarana is performed by a wind band ensemble.
Gallery
- Yucatecas ataviadas con el traje regional de Yucatán.
- Conjunto jaranero del Ayuntamiento de Mérida bailando jaranas en la Plaza de Santa Lucía en Mérida.
External links
References
- Atlas Cultural de México. Música. México: Grupo Editorial Planeta. 1988. ISBN 968-406-121-8.
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