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Young musicians embrace heritage through Mexico’s Independence Day

In a concert celebrating Mexico’s Independence Day, the Tucson Symphony Orchestra brings Mariachi Aztlán to the stage.

As gigs get canceled, fundraiser aims to help keep Tucson musicians afloat

Performers are losing income as the city's venues cancel events or go dark to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus.

Linda Ronstadt Returns to Roots in Mexican Village

The musician says her Parkinson's disease may mean this is her last trip to the village where her grandfather was born.

Tucson Meet Yourself Enters 44th Year

The folkllife festival will feature old fan favorites and brand new attractions.

UA Study: Sharing Music Can Bring Parents and Kids Closer

Researchers find they get along better during teenage years.

Tucsonans Join Forces to Help Puerto Rico

Fundraiser hopes to provide needed cash to the island.

Tucson Symphony Promotes CEO from Within

Thomas McKinney joined the orchestra in 2015 as VP of development.

True Concord Voices and Orchestra Gets $500K Gift

The money will be used to commission five new works in five years.

17,000 Expected at Tucson Jazz Festival, Opening Thursday

Third annual event aims to attract visitors in slow tourism month.

More to the City Than Meets the Eye at 'Tucson Meet Yourself'

Over 100,000 visitors expected for 43rd edition of the event featuring food, music and more.

Tucson to Host Event for Nationwide Concert to End Gun Violence

Seven local bands will play at all-day event; proceeds will benefit Jan. 8 memorial efforts.

A Promenade Down Memory Lane With Square Dance Caller Marshall Flippo

Marshall ‘Flip’ Flippo: 'You can't help but go to a square dance and see a lot of smiles.'

Grand Canyon Music Festival Begins 33rd Season

Longstanding event began after a long hike and a request for music.

Tucson Symphony to Offer Free Tickets to Young Musicians

Members of band, orchestra and choirs eligible for free tickets.

Cumbia Corridos Make Heroes Out of Everyday Tucsonans

Vox Urbana writes music and lyrics to evoke experiences of immigration to the U.S.

Tucson's African Community Celebrates Black History

UA Professor has seen "significant growth and development" in Tucson's black community

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