How the First LGBTQ Mariachi Became an Outlet for Advocacy
WEBNov 14, 2018 · Samaniego assembled a mariachi to play for a gay pride event at California State University, Los Angeles. The group was such a success that it attracted the attention of the owner of a Latino gay...
How the World’s First LGBTQ+ Mariachi Band Celebrates Pride
WEBJun 10, 2021 · Originally founded in 2000, Mariachi Arcoiris de Los Angeles is recognized as the world’s first LGBTQ+ mariachi band. Arcoiris, which means “rainbow” in Spanish, is a fitting name to describe the...
The World’s First LGBTQ Mariachi | Folklife Magazine
WEBNov 7, 2018 · Mariachi musicians Carlos Samaniego and Natalia Melendez found out the hard way—first through discrimination, ridicule, and professional blackballing among their musician peers, then via the challenging path of advocating for the acceptance of gay, lesbian, and transgender people in the mariachi world.
Meet the man who created the world's first LGBTQ Mariachi band Mariachi …
WEBJun 28, 2020 · Meet the world's first LGBTQ Mariachi group. LOS ANGELES, California -- Mariachi music is one of Mexico's most beloved forms of music. It's also among the most traditional. After coming out...
Meet Mariachi Arcoiris de Los Angeles, the World’s First LGBTQ+ ...
WEBOct 11, 2021 · Mariachi Arcoiris de Los Angeles is the first LGBTQ+ Mariachi band in the world. They have performed at Los Angeles and Long Beach Pride every year since their reformation in 2016. They have also performed at Transgender Pride at the Los Angeles LGBT Center, at same-sex and traditional weddings, among other venues.
'World's first LGBTQ+ mariachi band' finds expression, freedom
WEBMariachi Arcoíris de Los Angeles proudly wears the rainbow flag on their boy ties and outfits. The group's founder says it was the first openly-LGBTQ+ mariachi band.
How the world's first LGBTQ+ mariachis are proudly representing …
WEBMay 19, 2021 · Traditional mariachi music is very…traditional. But this Pride Month, we’re celebrating a group of LGBTQ+ musicians breaking with the mold and giving this Mexican art form an inclusive modern twist. Mariachi Arcoiris de Los Angeles bills itself as the first LGBTQ+ mariachi group in the world!
Breaking barriers: Meet the world’s first LGBTQ+ mariachi band …
WEBMay 5, 2021 · Mariachi Arcoiris de Los Angeles celebrates the traditions of Mexico while also creating a safe space for professional LGBTQ+ musicians.
World's first LGBTQ mariachi using music to unite communities
WEBSep 22, 2021 · Mariachi Arcoiris de Los Angeles is the world’s first LBGTQ mariachi. Arcoiris means rainbow in Spanish. Mariachi music is a beloved genre in Hispanic culture. Its distinct and powerful sound is a staple at Mexican events and celebrations.
The World’s First LGBTQ Mariachi Band Performs for the Center …
WEBSep 27, 2021 · Mariachi Arcoiris de Los Angeles—the world’s first mariachi band comprised entirely of LGBTQ musicians—entertained more than 50 Center clients and staff members with an exuberant noontime concert on Sept. 24 in celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month.
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