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A student-led mariachi ensemble bringing the living traditions of Mexico to New York University.
Mariachi Violetas is a student-led musical group at New York University dedicated to celebrating and sharing the rich traditions of Mexican mariachi music. Established in 2023 by founder Diego Quintanilla, the band has blossomed from just a few ambitious members into an ensemble of over 20 musicians and has become an official NYU club under the Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development! Mariachi Violetas has had the privilege of performing across New York City at graduation ceremonies and art exhibition openings alike, as well as hosting our own events in collaboration with partners like Carnegie Hall. Mariachi Violetas is honored to preserve the musical dialogue of the Latin Diaspora by performing timeless songs beloved across generations.
2023 · New York University · Steinhardt
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Performances & Collaborations
A few of the many performance opportunities we've had over the past three years, and some of the wonderful organizations and individuals with whom we've collaborated.
Tradición del Suelo Mío
Mariachi Violetas concert hosted by NYU Steinhardt in collaboration with Carnegie Hall, part of their Spring 2026 series “United in Sound: America at 250.”
¡Qué bonita es mi tierra!
Mariachi Violetas concert hosted by NYU Steinhardt in collaboration with Carnegie Hall, part of their Spring 2025 series “Nuestros Sonidos.”
Ya Mero Opening
Opening of artist Karla Diaz’s Ya Mero exhibition at the Latinx Project.
Photo — Argenis Apolinario · @argenisphoto
Aguas Frescas
Collaboration with musical artist DEBIT for an event celebrating 10 years of Bárbara Sánchez-Kane’s cross-disciplinary fashion label.
Photo — Krischan Singh · @kr.schan
NYU Latine Student Celebration
Our third consecutive year performing at NYU’s affinity ceremony for graduating Latine students.
Canciones del Corazón: Raíces
Cinco de Mayo performance at 54 Below with Canciones del Corazón, a group of Spanish-language singers.
Día de los Muertos at La Sirena
Performance for a festival organized by La Sirena, an NYC-based Mexican folk art store.
Día de los Muertos with Manhatitlan
Performance at a Día de los Muertos event organized by Manhatitlan, a Queens-based Mexican folklórico group.
NYU Steinhardt USG Gala
NYU Steinhardt Undergraduate Student Government Gala.
Brooklyn Cyclones: Copa de la Diversión
Copa de la Diversión celebration with the Brooklyn Cyclones.
Música y Mole Festival
Festival hosted by Mariachi Juvenil Los Tigres, a public high school mariachi based in White Plains.
Honoring cultural heritage, building community, and sharing live mariachi across New York City.
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