Mariachi Imperial has been in existence for over 25 years. Voted the #1 mariachi in Houston by The Houston Press Magazine in 2005, they have been featured on shows like Good Morning America and were part of the Selena Vive concert. Under the direction of Jose Longoria, the group has recorded two CDs entitled "Son de Ambiente", and "Mas Alla de Mi Mexico". Along with recording two cds, Mariachi Imperial has received various awards and accolades. They have been awarded 1st place at the Mariachi Vargas Extravaganza by Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlan, and have also received 1st place at the Houston Live Stock Show and Rodeo Mariachi Competition.
Nationally, Imperial de America has also been featured on Good Morning America, the Selena Vive concert, UFC, Mis Quince, and Jersylicious. Imperial de America has accompanied world renowned artists like: Beatriz Adriana, Pepe Aguilar, Bronco, Elsa Garcia, Grupo Mazz, Maribel Guardia, Lorena Herrera, Pablo Montero, Patricia Navidad, Bobby Pulido, Roberto Pulido, Nydia Rojas, Federicico Villa, and many others.
Abroad, Mariachi Imperial de America has had the opportunity to perform for:
Mexican Embassy in Beijing, China
U.S. Embassy in Armenia, Albania and Macedonia
Mariachi Festival in Vancouver, Canada
Mariachi Imperial de America is composed of both family and friends. The Longoria family boasts four generations of Mariachi musicians, and two generations are currently represented in the band. Aside from performing with the band, Mariachi Imperial de America members hold full time jobs or attend school.
Mariachi Imperial's greatest fulfillment comes from bringing joy to their customers and audience members. Along with creating an uplifting ambiance at any special event, Imperial de America strives to create cultural awareness by carrying on one of Mexico’s finest traditions. Viva el Mariachi!
Abroad, Mariachi Imperial de America has had the opportunity to perform for:
Mexican Embassy in Beijing, China
U.S. Embassy in Armenia, Albania and Macedonia
Mariachi Festival in Vancouver, Canada
Mariachi Imperial de America is composed of both family and friends. The Longoria family boasts four generations of Mariachi musicians, and two generations are currently represented in the band. Aside from performing with the band, Mariachi Imperial de America members hold full time jobs or attend school.
Mariachi Imperial's greatest fulfillment comes from bringing joy to their customers and audience members. Along with creating an uplifting ambiance at any special event, Imperial de America strives to create cultural awareness by carrying on one of Mexico’s finest traditions. Viva el Mariachi!
