Veronica Robles Mix Mariachi

If your only experience with Mariachi is the wandering band at a Mexican restaurant, you are in for a mind opening experience as Needham Bank Great Hall Concert Series presents the vibrant sounds of Mexico and Latin America.. Veronica Robles is a Mariachi singer, musician and dancer from Mexico City and has become a cultural icon in New England. Robles’ show embodies the heart, soul, and history of Mexico – incorporating strains from indigenous music, the classical music of Spain, and Afro-Caribbean rhythms. With its distinctive blend of brass, strings, and vocals, this unifying art form has become synonymous with both celebration and poignant moments.

Veronica Robles is a woman of courage and principles; as a cancer survivor, she lives her life to the fullest, filled with joy, passion, and love. Her work honors the memory of her only daughter who passed away as a teenager. She is also the Co-founder and Director of the Veronica Robles Cultural Center (VROCC), which supports cultural programming and economic growth in East Boston, and has received countless awards and recognitions. She was recently named by Univision Network as one of the top 10 most influential Latinos nationwide for her work as co-founder and director of the VROCC. In 2021, the Institute of Non-Profit Practice presented her with the Changemakers Award. And in November 2019 she received the Ohtli Award – one of the highest and most prestigious distinctions given by the Government of Mexico.