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The face of mariachi in Los Angeles is changing. From the space where the roving musicians congregate to the backgrounds of the players in the bands, the mariachi scene has undergone a facelift. L.A.'s newest light rail line runs through the heart of La Plaza Del Mariachi in Boyle Heights where dozens of the players congregate all week long waiting for gigs across the city. At the same time, second-generation mariachis feel a responsibility to uphold the musical traditions brought to the barrio from Mexico