Mariachi Cantares de Mi Tierra: July 2021 Newsletter

LBC’s Mariachi Ensemble began as a dream of now Music Specialist, José Soto. José knew from personal experience the impact mariachi could have on students in the community; that this type of program wouldn’t just teach children how to play an instrument or read music, but would also provide a bridge for community building, cultural understanding, and family connection. In 2015 that dream became a reality with the first Mariachi Camp held at Lawrence Cook Middle School. In 2017, the reality deepened with the opportunity to start a year-round program. Continue reading.