This event is free and unticketed
Villalobos Brothers
Special Event
Hopstop Family Show

Music & Mask Making with the Villalobos Brothers

in partnership with the West Claremont Center for Music and the Arts
October 28 - 29, 2023

This event occurred as part of the 23/24 Youth & Families season. This is an archived view.

Celebrate Dia de los Muertos (The Day of The Dead) with music and mask making.

23/24 Youth & Families

Dia de los Muertos or Day of the Dead is a holiday celebrated by people of Mexican heritage. People make shrines to honor the deceased relatives featuring the person's favorite food and drink, and gifts. This holiday is a joyful celebration of those who have passed instead of a day of mourning. 

We welcome you to join us for music and mask making with the Grammy-winning Villalobos brothers who have captured the hearts of audiences around the world with their virtuosic musicianship, infectious energy and profound messages of love, brotherhood and social justice. You will learn more about the Day of the Dead and how to create traditional Mexican masks found at the celebration.

This workshop is best suited for youth ages 7 and up, but children 5 or younger can participate with adult assistance. 

This workshop is free. Please make sure to wear clothes which can get dirty as we will be using paint and other materials which can damage clothing.

     No tickets are needed for the HopStop events. All are welcome. For tickets to an accompanying concert in Claremont, see below.  

Photo Credit: Weston Kleofkorn

Villalobos Brothers at our friends in Claremont

Celebration of All Hallows and Dia de los Muertos
a special performance of music and tradition
Saturday, October 28 at 6 pm
West Claremont Center for Music and the Arts

Claremont Ticket Info

The Villalobos Brothers are a Grammy-winning family band, recognized as one of the foremost Contemporary Mexican ensembles in the world. With their unique fusion of Mexican folk, jazz and classical music, they have captivated audiences across the United States, Mexico, India, Russia and Canada.

Their music is deeply rooted in the traditions of Veracruz, showcasing a vibrant blend of Son Jarocho, Son Huasteco and Latin Jazz. The Villalobos Brothers have mastered the art of crafting original compositions and arrangements that not only pay homage to the richness of Mexican folklore but also push the boundaries of musical exploration.

Notably, the Villalobos Brothers recently earned acclaim for their collaboration with Arturo O'Farrill and the Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra, resulting in the Grammy-winning album Fandango At The Wall Live in NYC, which was awarded the Best Latin Jazz Album of 2022. This remarkable project, produced by Kabir Sehgal, brought together renowned international musicians for a live concert at the Tijuana-San Diego border wall, leaving a lasting impact and serving as a testament to the power of music to bridge divides.

The Villalobos Brothers have graced prestigious stages around the world, including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Davies Symphony Hall, the Latin Grammy Awards, Montreal Jazz Festival and the Ford Theatre in Hollywood, among many others. Their performances have garnered widespread praise, capturing the hearts of audiences with their virtuosic musicianship, infectious energy and profound messages of love, brotherhood and social justice.

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