Music

Mariachi Los Paisanos under the direction of Michael Acevedo, is quickly becoming one of UT San Antonio Music's most beloved and fastest-growing ensembles! The group traces its ties to the heart of San Antonio's Hispanic cultural identity through mariachi music with its traditional instrumentation, songs, and attire. The mariachi ensemble frequently performs in the San Antonio metro area as well as in UT San Antonio Recital Hall and during commencement ceremonies.

Oro Conjunto defines genres as a sonic melting pot of Texas Blues, New Orleans R&B funk, horn-driven Memphis Soul, country twang, border music, big band swing, and roots-rock. The Austin-based supergroup is led by Kevin Russell, the charismatic frontman with colorful suits and extravagant shoes who continuously swaps out an electric guitar for a ukulele and never falls short of creating a cinematic experience with on-stage antics. Be prepared for a conga line.

Aaron Stephens is a Texas soul-blues powerhouse who has built his career at the intersection of power and feel; a singer, songwriter, and guitarist whose music carries the emotional weight of classic soul, the grit of modern blues, and the storytelling spirit of American roots traditions. His sound is grounded, expressive, and continually evolving, shaped by an artist who follows instinct as much as craft. Stephens has begun incorporating dobro and steel guitar into his music, drawn to its vocal-like expressiveness and emotional range.

Volcan Indie Orquesta Latina is a San Antonio–born, all-original Latin indie orchestra that blends traditional cumbia and Latin sounds with modern indie, rock, and funk influences. The band brings together a rotating cast of talented musicians to breathe new life into Latin music for contemporary audiences. They've established themselves through vibrant live shows, cultural impact, and a commitment to authenticity.

Los Djangoleros out of San Antonio play gypsy jazz and vintage swing, plus the odd cover reimagined in the style Django Reinhardt. Members include: Randy Grotheus on lead guitar and vocals; Renee Whipple on rhythm guitar and vocals, and Kim Mackenzie Hubbeling on violin and vocals.

Grupo Folklorico de Bendiciones is an award-winning Folklorio dance group from San Antonio, Texas. This professional dance group was discovered by performing at numerous charity events around Texas and established in 2015 by Anthony Sanchez-Salazar. Their mission is to continue to share their talent and culture in the community!

Mitch Webb & The Swindles are a small band out of San Antonio filled with great musicians has carved its own niche from the Americana music scene by embracing the rich musical heritage of San Antonio. This band sounds like San Antonio, a mixture of cultures and generations colliding and embracing each other playing a special blend of country, rock-n-roll, and Conjunto found only in their region.

Georgia Parker is an award-winning western swing singer and performer from the Texas Hill Country. She performs vintage and original songs with captivatingly strong vocals and an impressive swinging guitar style that will blast you back to a 1940’s dance hall. In 2020, she was voted as the “Ameripolitan Western Swing Female” at Dale Watson’s award show in Memphis. Since then, she has recorded her first full length record and has been touring Texas and the Southwest.