Aida Cuevas
The Voice of Mexico
Saturday, October 19 at 7:30PM
Browning Center at WSU
Aida Cuevas has created one of the most important careers in traditional Mexican music. With a 46-year career and 41 album releases to her credit, Cuevas, dubbed “The Queen of Mariachi”, is an esteemed figure in Mexico, beloved for her unswerving devotion to traditional mariachi music and for her mastery of its demanding vocal forms.
Mexicana Symphonic Serenade is an innovative musical project that pays tribute to world-renowned Mexican songs, combining a talented mariachi ensemble and an iconic symphony orchestra, fronted by “The Queen of Mariachi” herself. Whether you have a deep appreciation for Mexican music or are experiencing it for the first time, Mexicana Symphonic Serenade delivers a truly unforgettable and captivating experience for audiences that transcends cultural boundaries.
“Cuevas is to Mexico what Aretha Franklin is to the United States: a powerful voice that encapsulates the essence of her nation’s spirit.” -The Kansas City Star
“Aida Cuevas is Mexico’s most important female voice celebrating a long-lasting career, leaving a remarkable imprint in the history of Mexican music.” –Broadway