On Friday July 15th The Mariachi Conservatory Youth Ensemble participated in the 2017 Mariachi Spectacular Showcase Competition held at Albuquerque, New Mexico.  It was the first time a youth group from Boyle Heights participated in the showcase competition in the Open Category and all six students along with their Directors Esperanza Juarez and Richard Mata performed their song selection titled “La Noche”.   The evening was spectacular and memorable as the audience and showcase judges applauded their heartfelt performance.  Despite being the smallest student mariachi group participating in the showcase, the judges awarded The Mariachi Conservatory Youth Ensemble 2nd place.  Students were surprised and overwhelmed with joy and emotions.  We would like to congratulate the families of the students as well as all participating students for their outstanding dedication and commitment.  View video by clicking on the following link The Mariachi Conservatory YouTube Video Albequerque Competition