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EDINBURG, Texas – The City of Edinburg, in partnership with the Edinburg Arts Foundation, has announced its Fall 2026 lineup of interactive music classes and workshops at the Edinburg ACE Center, located at 315 W. McIntyre St.
Participants will strum, pluck, and create under the guidance of accomplished guitarist Manuel Lopez from the renowned UTRGV Mariachi Aztlán. Bringing an advanced academic and performance background, Lopez will guide adult beginners through a hands-on exploration of mariachi and jazz guitar. Students will learn the unique rhythms, foundational chords, and stylistic techniques that define these two rich musical genres.
| Event Details |
| Dates: September 30 – October 28 | Wednesdays and Fridays |
| Class Dates: Sept. 30, Oct. 2, Oct. 7, Oct. 14, Oct. 16, Oct. 21, Oct. 28, & Oct. 30 |
| Sessions: |
| Adult Beginner Mariachi | 4:30 – 6 p.m. |
| Adult Beginner Jazz | 6:15 – 7:45 p.m. |
| Location: Edinburg ACE Center | 315 W. McIntyre St., Edinburg |
| Cost: $100 per participant | Registration Deadline: Sept. 30 |
| Supplies Included: Standard acoustic guitar, guitar picks, music/guitar stand, chord charts, and sheet music. |
| Curriculum Focus: All participants will learn proper hand positioning, fundamental strumming patterns, and essential chord progressions needed to play classic mariachi melodies and smooth jazz standards. |
Walk-ins are welcome, but early registration is highly encouraged. Interested participants can register online atedinburgarts.com/music or call (956) 388-8224.
This initiative is organized by the Edinburg Cultural Arts Department. For more information, community members may visit the Edinburg Arts, Culture, and Events Center at 315 W. McIntyre St., call (956) 388-8224, email ydeleon@cityofedinburg.com, or visit edinburgarts.com.
