Mariachi (Period 7)
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Medical Forms for Knotts
Hello Mariachi families:
I apologize for such late notice, but I need a separate medical form for the LA County fair on 5/4 turned in THIS MORNING for the nurse to approve our bus for Sunday. Please send the following forms DIGITALLY so that our nurse can approve our trip. I am attaching them in this email. Leave DESTINATION empty so that I can use it for Knotts as well.
I have only received the forms from the following students:
Randy O.
Jesus M.
Kobe M.
Derek T.
Matthew J.
Isadora M
Amelia G.
If you are also able to stop by today to fill out the form, that would be helpful.
Thank you!
Thank you for your help!
Hola familias de Mariachi:
Disculpen la tardanza en avisarme, pero necesito un formulario médico aparte para la feria del condado de Los Ángeles del 4/5, que debe entregarse ESTA MAÑANA para que la enfermera autorice nuestro autobús para el domingo. Por favor, envíen los siguientes formularios digitalmente para que nuestra enfermera pueda aprobar nuestro viaje. Los adjunto en este correo electrónico. Dejen la casilla "DESTINO" en blanco para que pueda usarlo también para Knotts.
Sólo he recibido los formularios de los siguientes estudiantes:
Randy O.
Jesús M.
Kobe M.
Derek T.
Mateo J.
Isadora M
Amelia G.
Si usted también puede pasar hoy para completar el formulario, sería de gran ayuda.
¡Gracias!
¡Gracias por su ayuda!
Trip Update: NEED RESPONSE ASAP
I am still missing a significant portion of health forms and trip slips from students regarding the May 3rd LAUSD District Festival and Music in the Parks. Even if students are not attending, we need to know so that if needed, we can go ahead and cancel the trips or modify ticket numbers, for example for Knott's. It will make a huge difference in our remaining balance as well if less students attend.
Elementary Performances
Dear ESMS Music parents/families,
Select music students will be performing for our incoming 6th grade class Wednesday and Thursday. Students from various elementary schools will be on campus tomorrow morning visiting and our music students will be welcoming them in. Students in orchestra or guitar are encouraged to wear a simple black top/shirt for the performance; Mariachi will dress in their full suits. Students will be cleared from periods 1-3. Any questions, please call 323-224-4700.
Thank you!

concert dress attire and itinerary
Dear ESMS Music Parents:
The time has come! We are 8 DAYS away from our Spring Concert on April 2, 2025!
As we are working steadily toward a strong end of the year, we are asking for the following to help our concert go smoothly.
By now our students are pros, but if you need help, you can scan this code and see what works for our concert dress. White tops and black bottoms, white and black mix, or all-black FORMAL wear. Mariachi is in their uniforms or concert dress.
The evening portion of the concert will commence at 6:00 PM, with a 4:30 PM call time for students to tune and warm up. All students should be dressed and ready! We will have a few teachers helping supervise students during this time.
3. VOLUNTEER/DONATION: If you are interested in helping by running concessions or donating to the concessions, please look at the list we have attached. All donations must be dropped off at school by 4/1/25 (except for ice).
ALL STUDENTS WILL BE EXPECTED TO STAY UNTIL THE END OF THE SHOW TO STRIKE DOWN AND CLEAN UP.
This concert is considered your student’s MIDTERM for the semester.
If you have any questions regarding any part of this memo, feel free to contact Mrs. Austin at 323-224-4700
Thank you!

Yearbook Photos
Dear Families,
I hope this message finds you well. I want to remind you that yearbook photos will be taken in the auditorium on Tuesday. Please ensure that your child wears their concert attire, as jeans, hoodies, or sweatpants will not be allowed. Concert white and black clothing is acceptable - Mariachi will be wearing their suits.
Thank you for your cooperation!
Best regards,
Mrs. Austin
Sra. Austin
No Music at Conferences Today 2/27
Dear Music Parents,
I regret to inform you that I will not be able to attend the parent conferences today due to my illness. Unfortunately, I have not had sufficient time to recover, and my voice is not at its best.
However, I would be more than happy to reschedule our meeting for a later date. Please feel free to reach out if you would like to arrange a new time by calling 323-224-4700 or emailing me at [email protected]
Thank you for your understanding.
Sincerely/Sinceramente,
Mrs. Austin
Important Music Practice Information
Dear Families,
Thank you for your continued support in your child's music education. I would like to remind you that music students are required to practice for one or two hours during the week. They can split this time as they see fit throughout the week, as long as the total adds up to 60-120 minutes. All beginner students must complete 60 minutes; returning second or third year students must complete at least 120 minutes.
Instruments are available for all students to take home daily or on the weekends. If you have any questions, please feel free to email me at [email protected].
Thank you!
Mrs. Austin
2025 Mariachi Workshops
Dear Mariachi Los Jaguares students and parents,
Wednesday, February 12th, 19th, and 26th, our ESMS Mariachi will be participating in the 3rd Annual East Los Angeles Mariachi Workshops. These workshops were granted to us by a grant by the California Arts Council and the International Mariachi Women's Foundation. El Sereno will part of a special group of students from our East Region schools that include Roosevelt HS, Mendez HS, Garfield HS, Wilson HS, Hollenbeck MS, and Griffith MS.
The workshops will be tailored around the music and style of mariachi and will be taught to our students FREE OF CHARGE. It is also a special treat as they will be taught by the legendary Mariachi Sol de Mexico and Mariachi Reyna de Los Angeles, L.A.'s first all-female mariachi!
All mariachi students received a letter of intent as well as field trip slips. ALL SLIP MUST BE RETURNED for students to go on the bus. The classes will run between the hours of 4:30-8:30 PM. As such, there will be bus transportation provided at 3:30 PM on these days for our ESMS students to and from Roosevelt.
All students have received the music that will be taught in the workshops ahead of time, so they should be practicing at home in preparation for these master classes.
If you have any questions regarding these workshops, feel free to contact me.
Thank you for your continued support
Estimados alumnos y padres de familia del Mariachi Los Jaguares,
El miércoles 12, 19 y 26 de febrero, nuestro Mariachi de ESMS participará en el 3er Taller Anual de Mariachi del Este de Los Ángeles. Estos talleres nos fueron otorgados por una subvención del Consejo de las Artes de California y la Fundación Internacional de Mujeres Mariachi. El Sereno formará parte de un grupo especial de estudiantes de nuestras escuelas de la Región Este que incluyen Roosevelt HS, Mendez HS, Garfield HS, Wilson HS, Hollenbeck MS y Griffith MS.
Los talleres se adaptarán a la música y el estilo del mariachi y se impartirán a nuestros estudiantes SIN CARGO. También es un regalo especial, ya que estarán a cargo del legendario Mariachi Sol de México y el Mariachi Reyna de Los Ángeles, ¡el primer mariachi totalmente femenino de Los Ángeles!
Todos los estudiantes de mariachi recibieron una carta de intención, así como los comprobantes para las excursiones. SE DEBEN DEVOLVER TODOS LOS COMPROBANTES para que los estudiantes puedan subir al autobús. Las clases se dictarán entre las 4:30 p. m. y las 8:30 p. m. Por lo tanto, se proporcionará transporte en autobús a las 3:30 p. m. en estos días para nuestros estudiantes de ESMS desde y hacia Roosevelt.
Todos los estudiantes han recibido con antelación la música que se enseñará en los talleres, por lo que deberán estar practicando en casa en preparación para estas clases magistrales.
Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre estos talleres, no dude en comunicarse conmigo.
Gracias por su continuo apoyo.
-Mrs. Austin
Winter Concert on Wednesday!
Dear ESMS Music Students and Families:
Estimados estudiantes de música de ESMS y familias:
Winter Concert UPDATE
Urgent: Winter Concert Preparation – Immediate Attention Needed!
Dear ESMS Music Students and Parents/Guardians,
As we approach the Winter Concert on December 11, all students must take responsibility for their practice outside class. This is not optional—practice is essential for our success individually and as a group.
- Each student has an instrument assigned to them, and these instruments are available to check out for home practice. Students can also come during lunch to practice in the music room.
-2nd-year students are required to practice a minimum of 120 minutes (2 hours) per week.
- Next week, we will begin full rehearsals on stage with the complete concert set list, so students must come prepared.
As we get ready for Fall Break, I have prepped students and told them that their assignment over break is to take their instruments home to practice their concert repertoire. We are training muscles, ears, and minds—practice is critical to achieving a successful performance. Please talk to your child about the importance of self-motivation and how their effort contributes to the success of the entire group.
We need everyone to be fully committed as we prepare for the concert. I will be sending out more information on the concert day and attire next week.
If you have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out to me at [email protected].
Thank you for your support!
