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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