Mariachi Las Cimas

Do you have a passion for Mexican folk music? This is your time to shine! Join the Briar Cliff University Mariachi Las Cimas designed especially for talented musicians ages 14-18 years old. This Mariachi Music Academy will take you on an unforgettable journey of music and culture!

Mariachi Interest Form
Interested in Scholarships? 

You can earn a music scholarship at Briar Cliff by playing in Mariachi Las Cimas! Come develop your talents while preparing to study in one of our fantastic academic programs. Graduate with a degree of your choice while preparing to become a professional Mariachi as well! For more information, contact brian.cook@briarcliff.edu or visit our scholarship page.
Auditions

Thank you for your interest in auditioning for Mariachi Las Cimas! Interested parties can either audition in person or submit a video audition. 

In Person Auditions*: 

  • January 25, 2025 - 10:00 AM - Noon
  • February 22, 2025 - 10:00 AM - Noon
  • April 26, 2025 - 10:00 AM - Noon

Location for auditions:
Briar Cliff University, Heelan Hall, Meis Recital Hall
3303 Rebecca Street, Sioux City, IA 51106

*In person auditions are by appointment only. Please fill out the form below to schedule a time. 

Video Audition:

Students interested must send an audition video playing and/or singing (if able) an example from your current Mariachi repertoire. Videos are to be no more than 3 minutes long. At the beginning of your video, please clearly announce your name, current high school, and the title of the music you will be playing. Please, no audition videos with other performers playing with you.

Please submit your video audition via the form below. Video files are accepted as well as links to published videos. 
 
For full consideration of available scholarships, auditions must be completed by April 30, 2025. However, auditions will be accepted and reviewed indefinitely with the possibility of scholarships being awarded.

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