Mariachi Mujer 2000, composed of 11 musicians hand picked from three states and led by founder Marisa Ordoño and music director Laura Sobrino, comes to Santa Barbara Jan. 7-9. Mariachi Mujer 2000 was one of five bands representing the U.S.…
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Ventura Music Festival announces 2011 performers, artists
Artists and admirers gathered during the preview reception for the 2011 Ventura Music Festival held Dec. 8 at the Museum of Ventura County, Ventura. The event featured the introduction of the festival’s 17th season performers and artists by Nuvi Mehta,…
Mexican Consulate holding Posada celebration Dec. 16
The Mexican Consulate in Oxnard is holding a Posada Navideña celebration from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 16 at its offices, 3151 W. Fifth St., Oxnard. Piñatas will be available for the children and food for the family. Free.…
Teatro holding final performances Dec. 17-18 for ‘Christmas Tales…’
Teatro de las Américas and MusicaLatitudes present the final performances for “Christmas Tales and Chants” a Latin American Celebration for the entire family at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Dec. 17 and 18 at Heritage Square Hall, 731 So. A…
Grand dance to benefit Santa Barbara Promotores set for Dec. 17
A dance to benefit the Santa Barbara Promotores will be held from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday, Dec. 17 at 601 E. Montecito St., Santa Barbara. Donations are $15 for individuals and $25 per couple. For more information, call…
Miguel del Aguila: not a prophet in his own land
By Mariana Llamas-Cendon / Amigos805.com Miguel del Aguila, a Ventura County resident since 1992, was recently nominated by the Latin Recording Academy, organizers of the Latin Grammy Awards, for his 2009 production named “Salon Buenos Aires.” The award was nominated under…