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By Jonathan Clark Miguel Martinez Few would dispute the fact that 89-year-old maestro Miguel Martínez is the most influential instrumentalist in the history of mariachi music. He not only established the performance standard for the solo mariachi trumpet, but also defined and popularized the two-trumpet mariachi practice. Furthermore, he is a distinguished and prolific author of popular songs and mariachi instrumental standards. But, as the proverb goes, ‘No one is a prophet in his own land,’ and, until quite recently, the Mexican news media virtually ignored Martínez, even though numerous articles about and interviews with him have appeared abroad....
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Felicidades a Jonathan Clark who has recently been hired as the new mariachi director at Stanford University. Jonathan is a long-time mariachi historian, musician and aficionado who has contributed as a guest speaker and consultant to numerous mariachi music conferences and exhibitions throughout the U.S. and Latin America. Stanford is lucky to have him! Congratulations also to Michelle Quintero who is the newest addition to Texas State University's Multicultural faculty. Michelle is a highly sought after clinician and voice teacher in the San Antonio area who has taught many award-winning mariachi vocalists. Michelle will work closely with John Lopez to...
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The Vocal and Group Competitions of the inaugural Mariachi Extravaganza Las Vegas are set to take place on March 8 at the UNLV Performing Arts Center. This contest is one of the most highly anticipated and competitive events in the mariachi music world, showcasing the exceptional talent of both vocalists and mariachi ensembles from all over the nation. At the heart of this prestigious competition are the three esteemed judges who bring their unparalleled expertise and passion for the genre to the table. These judges, with their deep understanding of mariachi traditions and their keen musical insights, play a critical...
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After more than 30 years of celebrating the finest mariachi talent in the world, the iconic San Antonio-based Mariachi Extravaganza music festival is bringing its highly anticipated competitions to Nevada. The nation’s top school-based mariachi groups and vocalists will battle for the title of reigning champions at the inaugural Mariachi Extravaganza Las Vegas – West Coast Region. Through a collaborative effort between the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) School of Music and MPR, producers of the Mariachi Extravaganza, talented young artists from across the country will compete for top honors, prizes, and a coveted spot in the prestigious Mariachi...
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We’re thrilled to announce the debut of Mariachi Extravaganza Las Vegas, a vibrant celebration of mariachi music and culture, taking place at the prestigious Artemus W. Ham Hall on the campus of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). This groundbreaking event is a collaborative effort between UNLV and Muñoz Public Relations (MPR) and will showcase the extraordinary talents of student mariachi groups and vocalists from across the United States. Participants will compete in high-energy group and vocal competitions, culminating in an unforgettable evening performance featuring competition winners and guest artists from the U.S. and Mexico. Event Highlights: Date &...
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The Mariachi Extravaganza is heading to Las Vegas through a collaborative effort between MPR and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. The event will take place on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at the Artemus W. Ham Concert Hall, with support from KHS Alianza Académica in Nashville, Tennessee. This expansion introduces mariachi group and vocal competitions open to students in elementary, middle, high schools, and colleges/universities. Click here for Concert Tickets Click here for Competition Tickets Competition Schedule Why Las Vegas?Las Vegas is a hub for mariachi music education, with the Clark County School District boasting over 7,000 students enrolled in mariachi programs—the largest in...
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Mariachi Reyna de Los Ángeles, America’s pioneer all-female mariachi show group, recently announced the upcoming release of its forth CD, Entre Mariachi y Corazón. Mariachimusic.com spoke with the group’s founder and three of its members about this new album, and the nature and trajectory of this trailblazing mariachi femenil. (more…)
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