Los Folkloristas

Mexican Folk Music Ensemble

Los Folkloristas is a renowned folk music ensemble that was founded in Mexico City in 1966 with the mission of preserving and disseminating the traditional music of Mexico and Latin America. Throughout their career, they have been dedicated to researching, recording, and performing a wide variety of folkloric music from different regions, including indigenous and mestizo traditions. Their work has been instrumental in keeping alive the rich musical heritage of various cultures, often using traditional instruments and arrangements in their performances. Over the decades, Los Folkloristas have released numerous albums, contributing significantly to the world music genre and influencing many other artists within the folk music community. They have toured extensively, sharing their music with audiences around the globe and earning recognition for their artistic contributions to cultural preservation.