Villalobos Brothers

Join the Hylton Artists in Residence, the Villalobos Brothers, at George Mason University! ✨🎶 Conclude an inspiring week-long residency with the Grammy-winning Villalobos Brothers at George Mason University’s prestigious Hylton Performing Arts Center! 📅 Date: October 26, 2024 🕗 Time: 8 PM (Pre-Performance Discussion at 7 PM) 📍 Venue: Merchant Hall, Hylton Performing Arts Center, 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas, VA 20110 Artist-in-Residence Celebrate Día de los Muertos early with Hylton Center Artist-in-Residence and the GRAMMY Award-winning Villalobos Brothers, who are redefining contemporary Mexican music while delivering positive messages of brotherhood, equity, and love. Drawing on their classical training from prestigious institutions nationwide, this lively trio of virtuoso fiddlers, singers, and songwriters blends Mexican folk music with Latin, jazz, rock, and classical, creating a fun-loving and cheerfully expressive sound that has delighted audiences across the U.S. and around the world. Hailing from the culturally rich Mexican province of Veracruz, the brothers Alberto, Ernesto, and Luis have shared the stage with the San Francisco Symphony, and collaborated with such legendary artists as Bruce Springsteen, Dolly Parton, Antonio Sánchez, Regina Carter, Eduardo Magallanes, Dan Zanes, The Chieftains, and Ana Tijoux. As a Hylton Center Artist-in-Residence, the Villalobos Brothers will also work with the community through classes and workshops during the week leading up to the performance. This performance is appropriate for all ages. Tickets: $48, $41, $29; half-price for youth through Grade 12 Run Time: 90 minutes, plus intermission George Mason University, renowned for its excellence in visual and performing arts, hosts this special event as part of the Hylton Presents Series. Experience the Villalobos Brothers' unique blend of Mexican folk music and Latin jazz in a night of violin virtuosity and musical brilliance. For more details, visit: Hylton Performing Arts Center 🎻✨ See you there! ✨🎻