activities · 5
what they do
direct service · 4
- Community and Cultural Events Production Mariachi & Folklorico FestivalsOrganizes and produces large-scale cultural events, including the first National Mariachi Festival in Zacatlán, Puebla (2022), which convened over 220 mariachi musicians from Mexico and the United States.
- Martial Arts Program for Youth Development Muay Thai and Kickboxing InstructionOffers a martial arts program in Taekwondo taught by a certified black belt instructor, aimed at improving student fitness, confidence, and self-defense skills.
- Professional Dance and Music PerformancesProduces and performs professional Mexican folklore dance and mariachi music productions at public venues, festivals, corporate and private events, schools, churches, parades, and international stages. Notable performances include a Dia de Los Muertos production at the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix and engagements at museums, resorts, malls, and educational institutions over 26 years.
- Provides Mexican Folklore Dance, Mariachi Music, and Nahuatl Language Instruction Mariachi Music Education ProgramOffers structured classes in Mexican Folklore Dance, Mariachi music (for all ensemble instruments), and Nahuatl language to students aged 3 through adulthood, emphasizing cultural significance, regional diversity, and traditional forms. Includes academic instruction in reading, writing, and playing mariachi music, as well as publication of a Nahuatl language manual (Yolitahtol, 2019) to support learning.
research · 1
- Cultural Research in Mexican Folklore TraditionsConducts ethnographic research by traveling throughout all 31 states of Mexico to study the traditions, culture, and origins of Mexican folklore dances directly from indigenous communities.
strategies · 3
how they think
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- Cultural Preservation and Transmission through Education and Performance cultural_preservation_and_transmissionThe organization transmits and preserves Mexican culture, art, traditions, history, and customs through educational programs in various art forms (dance, music, language) and through public performances, believing this inspires appreciation and builds cultural bridges.
- Family-Oriented and Individualized Dance Education family_oriented_educationThe organization fosters a collaborative environment between the academy and dance families to help students express creativity and tell their stories through dance, recognizing the importance of teamwork in artistic development.
- Progressive and Versatile Artistic Training progressive_artistic_trainingThe organization provides a structured and supportive learning environment with progressive levels from beginner to professional, emphasizing cross-training in diverse dance styles to develop versatile and well-rounded dancers.
named programs · 7
what they call their work
Arizona Mariachi Music Academy
A premier academy specialized in advanced mariachi music education.
Aztec Dance (prehispanic)
Educational program focusing on prehispanic Aztec dance.
Ballet Folklorico Arizona
Professional Mexican folklore dance ballet available for performances at corporate or private events.
Japanese Karate
Educational program in Japanese karate, also includes a martial arts program to develop fitness, self-confidence, and self-defense skills.
Mariachi Music Classes
Offers instruction for all Mariachi instruments (violin, trumpet, vihuela, guitar, guitarrón), covering music theory, history, and cultural significance.
Mexican Folklore Dance Classes
Teaches dance techniques and cultural significance of diverse Mexican regional dance styles, including those from Jalisco and Veracruz, representing indigenous communities.
Nahuatl Language and Culture Classes
Provides an opportunity to learn the Nahuatl language and explore the traditions, history, and worldview of Nahuatl-speaking peoples.
relationships · 66
who they work with
- 12 News Today Partner — Performed for this media outlet.
- Arizona Asian American Festival Partner — Performed at this event.
- Arizona Mariachi Music Academy Partner — The organization is home to Arizona's Mariachi Music Academy.
- Arizona Museum for Youth Partner — Performed at this venue.
- Arizona Ridge Riders PBR Partner — Performed for this organization.
- Arizona State Fair Partner — Performed at this event.
- Arizona State University Partner — Performed at this institution.
- Ballet Folklorico Arizona Partner — The organization is home to Ballet Folklorico Arizona.
- Benjamin Franklin Plumbling Partner — Performed for this company.
- Boys & Girls Club Partner — Performed at this organization.
- Brookdale Senior Independent Living Partner — Performed at this venue.
- Casino Arizona Partner — Performed at this venue.
- Central High School Partner — Performed at this institution.
- Corona Ranch & Rodeo Grounds Partner — Performed at this venue.
- Desert Botanical Garden Partner — Performed at this venue.
- Desert Flower Senior Living Partner — Performed at this venue.
- Desert Sky Mall Partner — Performed at this venue.
- Discount Tire Corporate Offices Partner — Performed for this company.
- Disney California Adventure Partner — Performed at this venue.
- Doc's Place Partner — Performed at this venue.
- Eduardo's Event Center Partner — Performed at this venue.
- El Ballet Folclorico Nacional de Mexico de Silvia Lozano Partner — Director was part of this folklorico group in 1984.
- El Ballet Folklorico de Mexico de Amalia Hernandez Partner — Director was part of this folklorico group in 1983.
- El Mirage Senior Center Partner — Performed at this venue.
- Encanto Park Assisted Living Partner — Performed at this venue.
- Escuela Nacional de Estudios Superiores Unidad León Partner — Jehu Bautista has served as a lecturer at the institution.
- Fiesta Mall Partner — Performed at this venue.
- First Things First Early Childhood Summit 2017 Partner — Performed at this event.
- Gilbert High School Partner — Performed at this institution.
- Heard Museum Partner — Performed at this venue.
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