Mariachi Reyna de Los Angeles

This concert was a celebration of Women’s History Month. The audience enjoyed the vibrant interpretations of traditional mariachi classics with a touch of musical innovation by America’s first all-female mariachi show ensemble, Mariachi Reyna de Los Angeles!

Mariachi Reyna de Los Angeles

This trailblazing American all-female mariachi group was formed in 1994 by mariachi musician and restauranteur José Hernández, director of Mariachi Sol de Mexico. At its inception, the group was inspired and mentored by the great Mexican ranchera singer, Lola Beltran. In 2009, Mariachi Reyna de Los Angeles was nominated for a Grammy for their album Compañeras for Best Regional Mexican Album at 52nd Annual Grammy Awards.

In total, Mariachi Reyna de Los Angeles has recorded three albums, shared the stage with world-renowned musicians like Vicki Carr, Guadalupe Pineda and Lucha Villa, and performed for some of the world’s highest profile celebrities including Tom Cruise and Oprah Winfrey. A highlight for this group was visiting the White House and performing for President Barack and First Lady Michelle Obama.