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Grupo Bella elegantly expands the styles of traditional Mexican folk with passionate musicianship and a fresh, evolving sound. The group blends mariachi roots with Mexican pop, boleros, huasteco, and even American classics, creating music that pays homage to the past while pushing boundaries.
Since forming in 2011, the group has been led by Grammy-winning vocalist and Grammy-nominated composer Vanessa Ramirez, who acts as founder, lead singer, jarana/guitarist, and musical director.
The group boasts an often-overlooked aspect of musicianship in modern music: being a truly talented live performance and touring group, where they shine most. Grupo Bella’s live resume includes numerous shows in the United States and Mexico.
Viva, a program committed to highlighting Latin America’s rich cultural heritage, is a collaboration between The Marjorie Luke Theatre, the Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Center, the Isla Vista School Parent Teacher Association, and UCSB Arts & Lectures, serving more than 15,000 students and community members in Carpinteria, Santa Barbara, Goleta, Lompoc, Santa Maria, and Guadalupe.
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