Fiesta San Antonio 2008

Here is the official poster:
Mariachis again? I think it is ironic, however, that Fiesta is so strongly Mexican, cuando fueron los gringos en San Antonio that decided to commemorate the defeat of the Mexicans at the Battle of San Jacinto (let’s not forget that “Mexicans” also fought for Texas liberty). Yes Fiesta began as [...]

Martin Pesina

I mentioned conjunto legend Martin Pesina in a previous post.  For those of you who are not familiar with his music, here he is on accordion and vocals. This is from his album entitled “Puro San Antonio”.

Founder of the Cursillos Passes Away

Mr. Eduardo Bonnin died yesterday in Spain.  Some of our fans are “Cursillistas” (people who have attended the Cursillo weekend).  A Cursillo is a weekend experience of Jesus, or a short course in Christianity.  Mr. Bonnin and others started the Cursillo in Spain in the 40’s.  They are known for singing the popular song “De Colores”.  Conjunto [...]

Taco Bell Ad

This ran during the Superbowl to advertise the happy sounding “Fiesta Platter”. Notice what instrument the main mariachi guy is playing.

I don’t know any mariachis who use the bajo sexto…I wish these people would actually ask someone who knew something about the culture before they start targeting Latinos.