The group performs there Wednesdays through Sundays. Above, Candace Rodriguez applauds for Mariachi Luz de Luna during one of its regular Tuesday shows on the patio at Chuy's on Ina Road. In Tucson, mariachi refrains waft from restaurants throughout the metropolis.
Musicians create ambience for store openings, pool parties and conventions.
Mariachi's popularity as entertainment for celebrations comes not only from its uniqueness but also from its versatility. Good groups know around 300 standards and then add different genres to their repertoires. The best way to find one is to ask around. Check restaurants, schools, wedding venues and event organizers. Mariachi Luz de Luna, named the best local mariachi group for the last four years in the annual fan survey called the Tammies.