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Feb 03

The story of Ballet Nepantla and the fusion of classical and ballet folklórico

Andrea Guajardo began dancing classical ballet at the young age of 2 in her hometown of Edinburg located in South Texas’ Rio Grande Valley. After quickly developing a passion for dance it didn't take long for her to discover the many genres dance had to offer. Growing up in Edinburg,... read more →

Jan 27

Competition winners represent Mariachi Vargas Extravaganza in Ann Arbor & Chicago

Mariachi Vargas’ upcoming performances in Ann Arbor, Michigan and Chicago, Illinois will include Mariachi Vargas Extravaganza winners as opening acts. Mariachi Nuevo Santander from Roma High School in Roma, Texas will open for Mariachi Vargas on Friday, Feb. 14 at the Hill Auditorium in Ann Arbor and Kaylee Bucio from... read more →

January 27, 2020
Cynthia Muñoz
Mariachi Extravaganza, Mariachi Music, Mariachi Vargas, Other Mariachi Events, Uncategorized

Jan 24

Gino Rivera puts the MAGIC in The Magical Piñata

San Antonio's Magik Theatre features an impressive children's play that everyone can enjoy – The Magical Piñata. The play is a celebration of cultural pride and the power of sharing and incorporates beautiful music directed by Gino Rivera, founding member and director of Mariachi Azteca De America, with Oscar Garza, Jr.... read more →

January 24, 2020
Cynthia Muñoz
Mariachi Extravaganza, Mariachi Music, Other Mariachi Events, Uncategorized

Jan 24

Mariachi Extravaganza Summer Camp Registration opens Feb. 7!

The 9th Annual Mariachi Extravaganza Summer Camp and Recital will take place Monday, June 22 – Friday, June 26 at the Tobin Center for the Performing Arts – Carlos Alvarez Theater. The camp is open to all students from throughout the U.S. who are interested in developing their skills primarily... read more →

January 24, 2020
Cynthia Muñoz
Mariachi Extravaganza, Mariachi Music, Mariachi Vargas, Other Mariachi Events, Uncategorized

Jan 24

Steeven Sandoval Returns to San Antonio for Mother’s Day

Jalisco native STEEVEN SANDOVAL is one of the most highly acclaimed mariachi vocalists in the world. Raised in the tradition of Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán, Steeven has established himself as LA VOZ DEL MARIACHI among thousands of fans since launching his solo career in 2016. For the fourth consecutive year,... read more →

January 24, 2020
Cynthia Muñoz
Mariachi Extravaganza, Mariachi Music, Other Mariachi Events, Uncategorized

Jan 20

MVE winners benefit from more than $20,000 in grants awarded!

Since 1995, the Mariachi Vargas Extravaganza has promoted mariachi music and its culture through student workshops and competitions. Mariachi programs from all over the nation plan out their year to participate in this week long event where they have the opportunity to learn and be judged by... read more →

January 20, 2020
Cynthia Muñoz
Mariachi Extravaganza, Mariachi Music, Mariachi Vargas, Other Mariachi Events, Uncategorized

Dec 18

Eight year old Kaylee Bucio from West Jordan, Utah wins Grand Champion Vocalist of the Year

There was hardly 50 people in the audience shortly after 9 am on Saturday, December 7 at the start of the 25th Annual Mariachi Vargas Extravaganza National Vocal Competition – Elementary Category. Kaylee Bucio from Riverside Elementary in West Jordan, Utah followed was the second vocalist to perform that morning.... read more →

December 18, 2019
Cynthia Muñoz
Uncategorized

Dec 02

Light up the Holidays with a River Walk Mariachi Serenata

The 25th Annual Mariachi Vargas Extravaganza kicks off the holiday spirit with Serenata en el Rio: Join us at 5:30 p.m. as some of the finest student mariachi musicians and vocalists from across the nation perform at the Shops at Rivercenter, in the Mall Lagoon, surrounded by the thousands of... read more →

Dec 02

Join us for a plática with Jonathan Palomar

Learn How Jonathan Palomar joined Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán On Wednesday, Dec. 4th, Jonathan Palomar, guitarist and vocalist of world-renowned Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán, will be at the Instituto Cultural de México sharing stories about his life, music, and his journey to becoming one of the most beloved and iconic... read more →

December 2, 2019
Mandi Lozano
Mariachi Extravaganza, Mariachi Music, Mariachi Vargas

Dec 02

JONATHAN PALOMAR TO CONDUCT MASTER CLASS FOR UTSA STUDENTS

UTSA students will receive a special end of the semester treat with Jonathan Palomar of the world renowned and Mexico City based Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán. Jonathan will be at UTSA’s Recital Hall on the Main Campus on Thursday, December 5 at 11:30 am to conduct a master class on... read more →

December 2, 2019
Mandi Lozano
Mariachi Extravaganza, Mariachi Music, Mariachi Vargas

The story of Ballet Nepantla and the fusion of classical and ballet folklórico

Competition winners represent Mariachi Vargas Extravaganza in Ann Arbor & Chicago

Gino Rivera puts the MAGIC in The Magical Piñata

Mariachi Extravaganza Summer Camp Registration opens Feb. 7!

Steeven Sandoval Returns to San Antonio for Mother’s Day

MVE winners benefit from more than $20,000 in grants awarded!

Eight year old Kaylee Bucio from West Jordan, Utah wins Grand Champion Vocalist of the Year

Light up the Holidays with a River Walk Mariachi Serenata

Join us for a plática with Jonathan Palomar

JONATHAN PALOMAR TO CONDUCT MASTER CLASS FOR UTSA STUDENTS

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