New mural tells Denver’s westside story
If you drive along Kalamath Street in Denver’s historic Santa Fe Art District, you’ll see buildings adorned with colorful murals….
Tag: Department of Music
Colorado’s first Mariachi degree is shaped by student experiences
For Javier Becerril, mariachi is more than just a genre of music; it’s a tradition that has shaped his identity…
9 things you didn’t know about mariachi
Mariachi music often conjures images of lively performances, decorated suits and a jubilant atmosphere. But beneath its vibrant exterior lies…
9 things you didn’t know about mariachi
Mariachi music often conjures images of lively performances, decorated suits and a jubilant atmosphere. But beneath its vibrant exterior lies…
Newly purchased space gives young musicians a place to call home
Paloma Ress is experiencing something of a full-circle moment these days. A second-year Music major at Metropolitan State University of…
Changemaker: una exalumna ayuda a mantener el espíritu mariachi vivo en Denver
Read this story in English. Existen varias teorías contrapuestas sobre los orígenes de la palabra “mariachi”, el género musical tradicional…
Mariachi meets orchestra for a sold-out performance at Boettcher Concert Hall
Metropolitan State University of Denver’s Department of Music is tuning up for what Lorenzo Trujillo, Ed.D., affiliate professor and co-founder…
Why wait?
Hannah Baty admits she felt a bit of culture shock when she enrolled at Metropolitan State University of Denver at…
Viva Southwest tiene un grupo nuevo
Read this story in English. La música de mariachi llena el aire con el sonido de cada uno de los…