MARIACHI COMMUNITY

The Power of Serving

by Mariachi Torres

South Bay Family’s Mariachi Band Keeps Harmony Alive

Our
Commitment to Community

Community Engagement & Professional Background

As licensed music educators, our mission goes far beyond performance. We are committed to serving communities through education, mentorship, and cultural preservation. Through Mariachi Torres—an independent, family-led cultural and educational initiative—we share the beauty of Mexican music while supporting families through learning, access, and opportunity at community events, conferences, and cultural programs.

In addition to his independent work through Mariachi Torres, Mario Torres brings extensive experience from his professional background in public education. He has served in leadership and advisory roles that support cultural arts, STEM pathways, family engagement, and schoolwide improvement. This experience informs the values, integrity, and educational focus that guide all community work conducted through Mariachi Torres.

Professional Leadership Experience

Superintendent’s Teacher Advisory Council
Contributing educator insight to support district-level initiatives.
Magnet & STEM Program Planning Committees
Supporting the development of interdisciplinary pathways that integrate arts, culture, and STEM concepts.
Model Classroom & Instructional Leadership Teams
Demonstrating effective instructional practices and contributing to positive school culture.
Mariachi & STEM Program Leadership (Professional Experience)
Supporting curriculum development, culturally responsive instruction, and performance-based learning models.
Family Engagement & Community Collaboration
Advancing initiatives that promote student success, cultural identity, and increased representation in STEM fields.
Community & Booster Advisory Support
Partnering with families and organizations to expand opportunities for young musicians.

Mariachi Torres is an independent sole proprietorship. Professional experiences listed above reflect the background of its founder and do not imply endorsement, sponsorship, or affiliation with any school district or public institution.

Education at the Heart of What We Do

Mario and Karina Torres are licensed music educators whose work is grounded in education, mentorship, and cultural preservation. Through Mariachi Torres—an independent, family-led cultural and educational initiative—they share their passion for mariachi as a powerful tool for learning, identity, and community connection.

We believe mariachi is for everyone—and that music can transform lives by:

Building confidence
Strengthening cultural identity
Supporting academic engagement
Connecting students to family, culture, and community
Inspiring pathways to higher education and STEM-related fields

In addition to their independent work through Mariachi Torres, both bring extensive professional experience from public education and youth mentorship. This background informs the discipline, tradition, and joy that shape all community programs, workshops, and educational experiences offered through Mariachi Torres.

Mariachi Torres is an independent sole proprietorship. Educational philosophies shared reflect professional experience and do not imply affiliation with or endorsement by any school district.

A Family Rooted in Service

Mariachi Torres is more than a music ensemble—it is a family-led cultural and educational initiative grounded in service and stewardship.

Our family supports community outreach through teaching, performing, and mentoring young musicians in a variety of community and cultural settings. Together, we are committed to helping the next generation access high-quality mariachi education, develop confidence and discipline, and grow with positive role models who honor tradition while inspiring the future.

Service Fees

"Community is not defined by geography, but by the people who choose to lift each other up"
-Mario Torres

Community Programs & Partnerships

Our work extends far beyond the school system. Through Mariachi Torres, we engage with a broad network of partners committed to education, culture, and community development.

We proudly collaborate with:

City leaders, regional agencies, and community organizations
Public school districts, magnet schools, and STEM-focused initiatives
Mariachi programs and music educators nationwide
Colleges, universities, and law schools
Cultural and nonprofit organizations
Hispanic Chambers of Commerce and groups supporting Latino entrepreneurship

Together, these partnerships allow us to contribute to community workshops, family events, mariachi festivals, STEM nights, and educational outreach focused on:

Reducing absenteeism and increasing student engagement
Expanding Hispanic representation in STEM and higher education
Strengthening cultural pride, identity, and community connection
Increasing access to high-quality mariachi and music education

Our mission is to uplift communities everywhere through music, culture, education, and opportunity.

Mariachi Torres is an independent cultural and educational initiative. Partnerships and collaborations reflect community engagement and do not imply endorsement by any public institution.

Family Support & Educational Guidance

We participate in educational conferences and community events where we share guidance and culturally relevant resources with families who support mariachi education. Whether a young musician is learning through a public-school mariachi program, an after-school ensemble, a nonprofit organization, or private instruction, our goal is to help parents feel informed and confident as they navigate their child’s musical journey.

Our focus is to empower families with knowledge so their children can engage meaningfully with the mariachi tradition, develop strong musical foundations, and thrive within this rich cultural art form.

SMDT Mariachi History Educator Training & Professional Development Workshop

A professional development workshop designed to equip educators with historical context, culturally responsive practices, and instructional strategies for teaching mariachi in modern music programs.

The Otay Community Mariachi Torres Academy

The Otay Community Mariachi Torres Academy performing in Ajijic, Jalisco, Mexico for a non-profit organization- The Lake Chapala Society.

The Lake Chapala Society A.C.
16 de Septiembre 16-A,
Ajijic, Jalisco, MX

Mariachi Juvenil Torres with Mayor Mary Salas.

Mariachi Torres at the Chula Vista Marina.