Mariachi Cascabel, from Rio Grande City High School in Rio Grande City, Texas, was one of six groups who made the finals in the 28th Annual Mariachi Extravaganza National Group Competition in November 2022. The group performed "Tema Cascabel" and Orgullo Ser Mariachi" under the direction of Mariachi Director Marcos Zarate. Assistant directors are Jaime Paz, Gabriel Velasquez and David Gonzalez.
Group members are:
Paola Cantu, Violin
Maily Fernandez, Violin
Melody Quiroz, Violin
Karla Trevino, Violin
Josue Nuñez, Violin
Jesus Villarreal, Violin
Marilee Leal, Violin
Carlos Castillo, Violin
Aliya Garcia, Harp
Alvaro Sanchez, Guitarron
Roberto Ramirez, Guitar
Rolando Ramirez, Trumpet
Jose Luis Avina, Violin
Osler Elizondo, Armonia
Michelle Meraz, Armonia
Joseph Barrera, Armonia
Zierra Martinez, Armonia
Kaly Garcia, Violin
The Mariachi Extravaganza hosts the largest, longest running and most competitive National Mariachi Competitions for middle school, high school and college/university groups in the U.S. It is the largest gathering of the greatest mariachi talent in the world. The event is produced by San Antonio based MPR (Muñoz Public Relations) whose mission is to utilize the mariachi music platform to promote higher education and cultural preservation among Hispanic youth.
Mark your calendar for the annual Mariachi Extravaganza November 9-11, 2023 at the Lila Cockrell Theatre!!!
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