General Info:
Based out of Brooklyn, NY and founded in 1983, Mariachi Tapatio de Alvaro Paulino offers musical prowess ensemble comprised of the remarkably talented musicians with an immense desire to promote the beauty and splendor of mariachi music. Mariachi Tapatio de Alvaro Paulino takes pride in "The Northeast's Finest Mariachi from New York City" and serving as role models for the future generation of Mariachi musicians (men and women) in New York City and the rest of the Northeast.Since 1983, New York’s Mariachi Tapatio de Alvaro Paulino has not only been captivating audiences throughout the New York Tri-State Area, but also other states and countries with their energetic shows, strong vocals, stirring melodies, and masterful execution of classical, traditional, and contemporary arrangements alike. Mariachi Tapatio appeals to audiences of all generations and heritages. Under the direction of Don Alvaro Paulino and the musical direction of his son Alvaro Paulino Jr., Mariachi Tapatio’s performances are in high demand throughout the New York Tri-State and Northeast area. Mariachi Tapatio de Alvaro Paulino have collaborated and/or shared the stage with world class artists such as Wyclef Jean former Fugee, Jose Jose “El Principe De La Cancion”, Maria Elena Beltran – hija de Lola Beltran “La Reina De La Cancion Ranchera”, Pablo Montero. They have performed at many prestigious events and venues; most notably Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, St. Patrick’s Cathedral! Mariachi Tapatio has been featured in NBC’s comedy show “30 Rock” with Tracy Morgan and Tina Fey, ABC’s romantic comedy show “Cupid”, Good Morning America with Diane Sawyer, MTV, MTV3, MGM movie “The Zookeeper” starring Kevin James which premieres Summer 2010 and much more! In addition, they have traveled internationally, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Cayman Islands, Panama, and Costa Rica. Mariachi Tapatio takes great pride in being “The Northeast’s Finest Mariachi from New York City” and serving as role models for the future generation of mariachi musicians in New York City and the rest of the Northeast. Various members of Mariachi Tapatio are mariachi educators throughout schools and after school programs.