Mariachi Spectacular de Albuquerque

Mariachi Spectacular de Albuquerque Experience the passion of Mariachi. www.MariachiSpectacular.com La Pasion de Mariachi and a Mariachi Mass provide the public with history, education and context.

Mariachi Spectacular de Albuquerque (MSA) is the premiere Mariachi Conference, Showcase and Spectacular Concert. Now in it’s 27th year, MSA continues to provide mariachi students and aficionados with a world class experience at an affordable price. For decades the MSA Workshops, Hall of Fame and Showcase have set the standard for mariachi education conferences and cultural preservation. In 2016, M

SA disrupted the industry again through presentation of a live multi-camera webcast of the MSA Showcase & Competition. The Showcase videos are available on demand and are being viewed in 52 countries. Finally, our headliners, setting and MSA live audiences make the Saturday night Mariachi Spectacular concerts magical and uplifting. It's a musical experience you don’t want to miss!

06/05/2026

🎺 The music. The energy. The tradition.

Experience an unforgettable evening at the 35th Anniversary Mariachi Spectacular de Albuquerque Concert featuring:

✨ Mariachi Sol de México de José Hernández
✨ Mariachi Reyna de Los Ángeles
✨ Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar
✨ Ángeles Ochoa
✨ Ballet Folklórico Paso del Norte

📅 July 11, 2026
🕡 6:30 PM
📍 Sandia Resort & Casino Amphitheater

One night. One stage. World-class mariachi.

🎟️ Get your tickets today:
https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/62994072/mariachi-spectacular-de-albuquerque-2026-albuquerque-sandia-casino-amphitheater

Final Instructor Spotlight 🎶 Our final Thursday instructor spotlight is here as we continue celebrating the 35th Anniver...
06/05/2026

Final Instructor Spotlight 🎶

Our final Thursday instructor spotlight is here as we continue celebrating the 35th Anniversary of Mariachi Spectacular de Albuquerque – Viva La Canción Ranchera. We’re closing out this series by highlighting three more outstanding instructors joining us this summer:

Helen Vargas – Armonía Joining us from Las Vegas, Nevada, Helen is the Mariachi Director at Harney Middle School and a member of Mariachi Nuevo Mujer 2000.

Melinda Salcido – Armonía Melinda has taught voice and guitar for more than 20 years and is a former member of Mariachi Mujer 2000, Mariachi Nuevo Mujer 2000, and Mariachi Divas.

Steve Carrillo – Voice Returning for his seventh year as a voice instructor, Steve is the co-founder and director of Mariachi Cobre and this year’s Mariachi Spectacular Hall of Fame honoree.

Join us July 8–10, 2026 at the Albuquerque Convention Center, and don’t forget that registration for the conference is still open. Thank you for following along with our instructor spotlights, and we can’t wait to welcome everyone this summer.

Moments from last year’s La Pasión de Mariachi 💛La Pasión is the signature educational presentation series of Mariachi S...
06/02/2026

Moments from last year’s La Pasión de Mariachi 💛

La Pasión is the signature educational presentation series of Mariachi Spectacular de Albuquerque, created to celebrate mariachi history, culture, and the voices that have shaped this tradition.

This year’s free community presentation, La Pasión Hecha Canto: Lola Beltrán y el Alma de la Canción Ranchera, will be presented by Robert Lucero and will explore the legacy of legendary ranchera vocalist Lola Beltrán.

📅 Thursday, July 9, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 National Hispanic Cultural Center | Albuquerque Journal Theatre
🎟️ Free community event

Reserve your spot through the link in our bio.

Instructor Spotlight 🎺 Our Thursday instructor spotlights continue as we celebrate the 35th Anniversary of Mariachi Spec...
05/28/2026

Instructor Spotlight 🎺

Our Thursday instructor spotlights continue as we celebrate the 35th Anniversary of Mariachi Spectacular de Albuquerque – Viva La Canción Ranchera. This week, we’re highlighting three more outstanding instructors joining us this summer:

Monique Vaquera – Trumpet A local educator and performer, Monique teaches mariachi in Albuquerque Public Schools and trumpet for the University of New Mexico mariachi ensemble.

Josue “Eddy” Lopez – Musical Director Eddy has been part of Mariachi Spectacular for the past 10 years and is an arranger, multi-instrumentalist, and music educator based in Texas.

Join us July 8–10, 2026 at the Albuquerque Convention Center, and don’t forget that registration for the conference is still open. Stay tuned every Thursday as we continue introducing this year’s outstanding instructors.

🎻 We are excited to announce that all available Showcase spots have been filled!Directors can expect to hear from our te...
05/27/2026

🎻 We are excited to announce that all available Showcase spots have been filled!

Directors can expect to hear from our team soon with additional details.

Reminder: Early registration for Mariachi Spectacular de Albuquerque ends June 5. Be sure to complete your registration before the deadline.

Join us in celebrating Steve Carrillo as the 2026 Mariachi Hall of Fame Inductee at the 35th Annual Mariachi Spectacular...
05/26/2026

Join us in celebrating Steve Carrillo as the 2026 Mariachi Hall of Fame Inductee at the 35th Annual Mariachi Spectacular de Albuquerque 2026! 🎺
Steve’s dedication, artistry, and lifelong contributions to mariachi music have inspired generations of musicians and helped preserve the rich traditions of the mariachi art form. We are proud to honor his incredible legacy during this year’s celebration of “¡Viva La Canción Ranchera!” Please join us in congratulating Steve Carillo on this well-deserved recognition! 🎻🎶

🎶 Don’t wait! Early Bird Registration for the 2026 Mariachi Spectacular de Albuquerque Conference ends soon. Register b...
05/22/2026

🎶 Don’t wait! Early Bird Registration for the 2026 Mariachi Spectacular de Albuquerque Conference ends soon.
Register by June 5 to secure the $140 Early Bird rate. After June 5, registration increases to $150 per student. Workshops: July 8, 9 & 10, 2026 Mariachi Showcase Competition: July 10, 2026
Register through the link in our bio! ✨

Instructor Spotlight 🎶 Our Thursday instructor spotlights continue as we celebrate the 35th Anniversary of Mariachi Spec...
05/21/2026

Instructor Spotlight 🎶

Our Thursday instructor spotlights continue as we celebrate the 35th Anniversary of Mariachi Spectacular de Albuquerque – Viva La Canción Ranchera. This week, we’re highlighting three more outstanding instructors joining us this summer:

Rhonda Garcia – Voice Rhonda has performed professionally for more than 30 years and is a member of Mariachi Los Caporales and Mariachi Nuevo Mujer 2000.

Osbaldo Chávez – Guitarrón Osbaldo holds both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in Music and has performed internationally with Luis Miguel and Mariachi Sol de México de José Hernández.

Saul Bencomo – Armonía Saul has been part of Mariachi Spectacular for 14 years and returns for his fourth time as an instructor, continuing to perform with local mariachi groups in Albuquerque.

Join us July 8–10, 2026 at the Albuquerque Convention Center, and don’t forget that registration for the conference is still open. Stay tuned every Thursday as we continue introducing this year’s outstanding instructors.

Congratulations to this year’s recipient of the Rising Star Scholarship, sponsored by the NYC Mariachi Conservatory! We ...
05/20/2026

Congratulations to this year’s recipient of the Rising Star Scholarship, sponsored by the NYC Mariachi Conservatory!

We are incredibly excited to support the next generation of mariachi musicians and celebrate the passion, dedication, and talent these students bring to our community.

A heartfelt thank you to all of the students and groups who applied. We were inspired by the incredible talent, dedication, and love for mariachi shared through each application.

Thank you to the NYC Mariachi Conservatory for helping create opportunities for young performers to continue growing through the tradition of mariachi.

We look forward to seeing this year’s Rising Star shine at the 2026 Mariachi Spectacular de Albuquerque! 🎶✨

The Educator Workshop Series is back at Mariachi Spectacular de Albuquerque! 🎶 Registration is free, with workshops off...
05/19/2026

The Educator Workshop Series is back at Mariachi Spectacular de Albuquerque! 🎶

Registration is free, with workshops offered while students receive instruction on their respective instruments. This series features renowned mariachi educators from across the United States and Mexico, offering valuable insight for current and future music educators on mariachi-specific education.
Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd7anLDdLSUPTRYY1xk_IEjvDMGSuEWkwbBR0w2EITTpgoyrQ/viewform

Questions? Email [email protected]

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6260 Riverside Plaza Lane NW
Albuquerque, NM
87120

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+15058360306

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