Recently, I had the privilege of conversing with Cardinal Alberto Suárez Inda, Archbishop Emeritus of Morelia. The meeting also included Fr. Jesús Alcázar Fuentes, beloved pastor at the Parish of the Holy Trinity, a friend and paisano. During this audience, I presented a copy of the score of Tu Es Sacerdos to the cardinal, a composition I crafted for the celebration of Cardinal Suárez Inda's 50th anniversary of priestly ordination.

Recently, I traveled to New York City to participate in a radio interview on SiriusXM. The program is called “Sounds from the Spires,” and it is hosted by Jennifer Pascual, who serves as the Director of Music at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in NYC. She was such a gracious and welcoming host.

I had the fantastic opportunity to enjoy a meal at Pizzeria Pizza Napoletana, located on Calata Capodichino, in the city of Naples. The pizza was truly exceptional, and the dessert was simply delicious.

After a short trip, the plane smoothly landed in the city of Naples, Italy. A few minor bumps during the flight, nothing too concerning luckily. My immediate plan now involves checking into the hotel, seeking out a quick meal, and ensuring I get a good night's rest.

Vamos a la playa

Let’s go to the beach!

After a meeting at St. Patrick's, I enjoyed a great burger at Bisbee's Table and then had delicious gelato at PussyCat Gelato on Main St. Feeling content from the treats, I headed back to Tucson.

So, now I can share exciting news: a new music video will be released soon. I believe you will thoroughly enjoy it. The setting is absolutely fabulous, with an exceptional film director and marvelous actors bringing the vision to life. There is more to come in the near future.

Tu Es Sacerdos - My musical setting being performed around the world

On Sunday, March 17, the Cathedral Schola showcased some of my music compositions, including three pieces commissioned by the Kino Heritage Society in honor of Father Eusebius Kino, known as the "Father of the Pimería Alta". The event was hosted by Msgr. Greg Adolf, Pastor of St. Andrew the Apostol Catholic Parish.

Esta grabación de la canción María Bonita, compuesta por Agustín Lara, y hecha con mi celular, fue realizada en Leblue, durante mi estadía en el Hotel Boutique La Puerta Roja, en Álamos, Sonora, un lugar que destaca por su encanto colonial y su ambiente acogedor, ideal para explorar la rica historia y tradiciones de la región.

Last week, I was able to install three iMac computers in a spacious room inside the Ciudad de los Niños (Children’s Home) in Mazatlán. It was challenging to transport the computers from Tucson to their final destination, but everything turned out well.

En días pasados tuve el privilegio de compartir el escenario con mis estimados y reconocidos tenores Óscar Gómez y Jorge Echeagaray, quienes presentamos el espectáculo musical Tres Voces por Amor a Mazatlán, a beneficio de la Ciudad de los Niños.

Photos from a year ago, when I went to the movies at Park Place. Cocaine Bear…

The Teatro Carmen stands as a poignant reminder of Tucson's rich cultural heritage, especially within the Mexican community. Established in 1915 as the city's inaugural Spanish-language theater, it quickly became a cherished hub for vibrant productions and a vital community space.

On March 19, the Cathedral Concerts delighted attendees with Trobár, a medieval music ensemble hailing from Ohio. Performing under the title Love's Dominion, Trobár showcased their exceptional skills through a repertoire that included pieces from the Cantigas de Santa Maria and Codex Calixtinus.

This rendition, skillfully interpreted by the English countertenor Michael Chance, was performed in Zamora, Mexico, during the 2012 edition of the Ars Vocalis México festival, an event that I had the honor of establishing and overseeing.

Antes de ir a la boda de Gerardo y Gaby en la parroquia localizada en el centro de Álamos, tuve la oportunidad de visitar un lugar llamativo: una peluquería tradicional y también pude escuchar a un joven violinista haciendo ejercicios con su instrumento musical.

What the fortune cookie tells me…

A couple of years ago, the Kino Heritage Society commissioned a musical setting of the Magnificat to be used for Vespers in honor of Father Eusebius Kino, the Padre of the Pimería Alta. The work premiered on March 20, 2022, at St. Augustine Cathedral in Tucson, AZ.

Y aquí, un pedazo de Bésame Mucho, colaborando con Misael Barraza Díaz en la guitarra.