Mariachi Alegre

Mariachi Alegre is a local Tucson group composed of four mariachi musicians.  Each member participates in various Tucson mariachi bands.  The distinguishing factor for Mariachi Alegre is their commitment to educating mariachi musicians in Tucson over the last 30 years. In particular, founding member George Bejarano has instructed the mariachi band “Los Changuitos Feos” for almost 10 years.

George Bejarano formed Mariachi Alegre in 2010 from the original Mariachi International America de Gilberto Velez.  Mariachi International America operated their venue, “El Mariachi Restaurant” in Tucson from 1985 -2002.   Each member of Mariachi Alegre originally came from this aforementioned group.  Their unique opportunity at “El Mariachi Restaurant” offered Mariachi Alegre invaluable experience in performing for distinct clientele.    Each member of Mariachi Alegre has 40+ years experience playing at restaurants, weddings, masses, funerals, memorials, quinceaneras, as well as private and public inaugurations.

Mariachi Alegre members have played all over the United States including venues like the Milwaukee Summerfest, Indianapolis Festival and internationally in the Scotland Edinburgh Music Festival.