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The program is instructed by seasoned Mariachi veterans and spearheaded by prominent figure in the community, Gino Rivera. Rivera is a third generation Mariachi performer, and has been involved in the genre since he was 10 years old. He has been passing his knowledge of the craft along to others since 2000. For the past 16 years, Rivera has served has the Traditional Music Program Director at Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center. In 2006, he founded Mariachi Azteca de America, a group he still performs with to this day.
This year brings the sixth iteration of the Mariachi camp program. The repertoire will involve traditional music, including polkas, rancheros and the stylings of artists like Javier Solis.
Ayala: The summertime adventures of aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews
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Columnist Elaine Ayala took her visiting nieces and nephews to see Adán Medrano’s film, “Truly Texas Mexican” during the 42nd annual CineFestival at the Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center.JM Media
The scene was a bit chaotic. One kid was begging for a Gatorade, another wanted help with her elaborate costume for the evening, and the third looked bored.
It was dinnertime in the summertime, when nieces and nephews visit for extended periods. They love San Antonio; but to be honest, I think they love getting away from their parents more.
Jul 6, 2021
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Did everyone have a great 4th of July? Keep the party going with this week s top events!
CineFestival 2021 @ Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center. The nation s longest-running Latinx film festival + SA s original indie-film festival returns for the 42nd year at the historic Guadalupe Theater.This year s lineup includes 80 films with 60% from the Lone Star State and filmmakers of all ages.
San Antonio FC International Showcase @ Toyota Field. The Alamo city s soccer team is bringing Liva MX rivals Puma UNAM and Querétaro FC this Tuesday and Friday. Enter to win seats to both showdowns!
Ms. Pat @ Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club. The iconic comedian who always has a hilarious story about her life before the laughs will be in town starting Thursday.