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The Grandeza Mexicana Folk Ballet Company Returns for 2018

LORE Media & Arts is proud to present the famed Grandeza Mexicana Folk Ballet Company to the Scottsdale Dia de los Muertos, in Scottsdale, Arizona on November 2, 2018 (4:00 PM to 10:00 PM)

Grandeza Mexicana Folk Ballet Company (GMFBC) is a nonprofit performing arts organization founded by Jose Vences in September 2003. It currently has more than 40 dancers. The company was formed to advance the field of Mexican folk ballet and to enhance the public's appreciation for the diversity and depth of Mexican culture. Backed by careful research, Grandeza Mexicana's work is committed to preserving the traditions and customs of Mexico's historic past and promising present.

The company has achieved recognition for it's strength, artistic flair, use of elaborate costuming, and commitment to quality. Grandeza Mexicana has garnered many awards, including the Lester Horton Award for costuming. Los Angeles' premiere Mexican folk dance company has performed at the Music Center for the L.A. County Holiday Celebration, the Terrace Theater, the Center for the Arts in Sacramento, the Marjorie Luke Theater in Santa Barbara, the Ford Theater, the Alex Theater, and the Skirball Cultural Center.

They have performed alongside accleaimed artists, such as the world-famous Jose Feliciano, Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlan, Mariachi Sol de Mexico, Luis Miguel, Shaila Durcal, and Lila Downs.

Watch Grandeza Mexicana at the Ford Theater!

www.scottsdalediadelosmuertos.com

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Dia De Los Muertos Festival in Old Town this weekend. Gotta love working down here #oldtownscottsdale #diadelosmuertos #scottsdale #digitalphotography (at Old Town Scottsdale)

[titoandjessyyourrealtors]

3rd Annual Dia De Los Muertos Celebration FREE Family Friendly Event! Located at the beautiful Old Adobe Mission in Old Town Scottsdale Saturday Nov 2 9am-10:30pm For more info: https://scottsdalediadelosmuertos.com #Scottsdale #Phoenix #Arizona #ThingsToDo in #AZ #DiaDeLosMuertos (at Scottsdale, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/B4YSvOknahX/?igshid=161ztw3u7y4e7

[artedemitierra]

This Weekend we will be at @dbgphx Desert Botanical Garden, a beautiful Dia de Los Muertos will be there, music, dance, altar de Muertos, food and the market. Come have fun and visit my booth. Nov. 3th and 4th from 10 am -6 pm. #Diadelosmuertos #Phoenix #arizona #tradition #culture #celebracion #artemexicano #mexicantextile #mexicanart #indigenousartist #artedemitierra (at Scottsdale, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bpnnp_DFWgh/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=10y1fsqbnvfsk

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My BFF is having a dia de los muertos event and her students needed a skull to color. Glad I could come through on this one and can’t wait to see how her students finished pieces!. ✌🏻🌎💀 #diadelosmuertos #candyskull • #staywild #optoutside #wildernessculture #wheresyourwilderness #gowhereyoudontbelong #intothewild #johnmuir #adventure #explore #positivevibes #travel #wild #inktober2018 #woodart #artist #illustration #irishkateart☘ #kg #wanderlust #lessismuir #backcountry #gogetlost #tattoos (at Scottsdale, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/BowoZwHBdZY/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1uw8dy6t02t63

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Sedona: A Southwest Hidden Gem

With a population of only about 10,000 residents, the small city of Sedona is often overshadowed by more famous Arizona destinations like the Grand Canyon or Scottsdale and Phoenix. However, Sedona is a Southwestern gem that rewards visitors with striking natural beauty, a sophisticated arts and cultural scene, and a magnetic spiritual vibe.

Located just two hours north of the sprawling Phoenix area, Sedona’s richly hued landscape of red rock formations and verdant canyons differentiates it from the starker appearance that characterizes most of the Arizona desert. At an elevation of over 4,300 feet, Sedona experiences four distinct seasons and slightly cooler temperatures than Phoenix. The comfortable climate and breathtaking scenery combine to make Sedona a mecca for lovers of the outdoors. The area features a vast selection of hiking and mountain biking trails suitable for any skill level. Visitors will also enjoy exploring Red Rock State Park—a 286-acre nature preserve with trails and environmental education resources—and Slide Rock State Park, which is named for a smooth natural water slide that offers a thrilling experience for swimmers who brave the chilly waters of Oak Creek. The thirteen-mile long Oak Creek Canyon is a destination in itself, providing a haven for fishing, picnicking, and hiking with a backdrop of trees and other colorful plants covering steep rock walls.

Sedona also boasts an impressive array of world-class arts and cultural events throughout the year. From April 28-30, 2017, the Sedona Open Studios Tour offers attendees the unique opportunity to visit with exceptionally talented artists in their private work spaces and learn more about the creative processes behind the amazing paintings, sculptures, and photographs that populate the city’s many art galleries. (http://sedonaartistscoalition.org/?page_id=2007) On October 7 and 8, 2017, the Sedona Arts Festival—one of the premier celebrations of fine arts in the Southwest—will feature over 100 juried artists showcasing a diverse selection of works. From October 14-21, 2017, the Sedona Plein Air Festival will allow attendees the chance to observe over two dozen master artists as they paint the area’s stunning landscapes. The Plein Air Festival also features engaging lectures, exhibits, and receptions. (http://sedonapleinairfestival.org) At any time of year, visitors can partake in Sedona’s First Friday Art Walks, during which dozens of galleries stay open into the evening for receptions, demonstrations, and artist meet-and-greets. (http://visitsedona.com/art-walk/) For a lively cultural experience, festivals held at Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village throughout the year celebrate Mexican traditions, including Cinco de Mayo and Dia de Los Muertos.

In addition to its thriving outdoors and cultural scenes, Sedona is a place of profound peace and spiritual renewal. Spiritual gurus worldwide are drawn to the area’s mystical vortexes, which are sites of enhanced energy that facilitate meditation, prayer, reflection, and healing of the body and mind. The Sedona area is unique because it contains all of the different types of vortexes, including masculine or electric—which enhance spiritual awakening—and feminine or magnetic, which support introspection. Another popular site that embodies the city’s strong senses of both spirituality and art is the Chapel of the Holy Cross. Emerging from towering red rocks, this awe-inspiring architectural masterpiece is a must-see destination for visitors of all faiths. Inside, the chapel is quiet and serene with breathtaking vistas outside the massive windows.

For visitors seeking to discover the best of Arizona’s hidden gem, El Portal Sedona Hotel provides a welcoming base. Located in the heart of Sedona, this pet-friendly, boutique inn offers unpretentious luxury with twelve uniquely decorated suites. El Portal has been named a AAA Four Diamond Hotel, one of the top hotels in the Southwest by Condé Nast Traveler, and has received Trip Advisor’s Certificate of Excellence Award.

Contact Information:

El Portal Sedona Hotel

95 Portal Lane, Sedona, AZ 86336

800.313.0017

info@ElPortalSedona.com

www.ElPortalSedona.com

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Grand Park Los Angeles 2017 Dia de los Muertos

Reminicent of Xochimilco and Mexico City, 9 floral vessels are set adrift on the water. They capture the essence and heart of Janitzio/ Patzcuaro’s Day of the Dead celebrations of November 2nd. And, they pay homage to the 9 levels that the dead face on their journey to Mictlán, as their soul transitions to the underworld upon their death. For generations, waterways have served as a means of transport, transition, and influence between regions and people. Spiritually, they are regarded as a passageway for offerings to the gods and to the underworld, which has played a significant role in death and dying traditions in both pre-European contact and post-contact eras. Dedicated to loved ones past and the prospect of rebirth, the vessels are adorned with elements associated with the 4 Directions (Suns). Among the offerings is the iconic image of the Catrina or “Lady of the Dead.” She rides atop a decorated floating vessel filled with marigolds and elements associated with the 4 directions. The Catrina is both the guiding vessel for the accompanying floral altars and the whimsical focal point of this tribute.

  Los Angeles Dia de los Muertos has taken off! Scottsdale, AZ here we come! We are excited and honored to be celebrating Dia de los Muertos with Scottsdale for the first time.

We wanted to share with you some videos and images from the wonderful celebration that we have already begun in Los Angeles at the Grand Park LA. Don't forget! Keep the November 2nd date in your calendar (4-10pm) at the Old Adobe Mission! Bring everyone! It will be a great big family event for all!

And, LORE is so proud of our artist, Marcus Pollitz and our beautiful installation Offerings of the Dawn Passage. See him interviewed here!

And, our very own Robert Ramirez and Olivia Trevino have been leading tours to help visitors better understand and enjoy Dia de los Muertos celebrations in Grand Park LA.

We look forward to bringing the same experience to Scottsdale on November 2nd. Join us!

~ The LORE Team

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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

NOVEMBER 2ND, 2017- SCOTTSDALE DIA DE LOS MUERTOS

NOCHE DE OFRENDAS: AN EVENING OF OFFERINGS

4:00 P.M. –  FIRST STREET –  OFFICIAL OPENING OF EVENT

MESOAMERICAN BLESSING/ AZTECA DANCERS

OPENING OF ALTARES, & ARTWORK INSTALLATIONS

ARTS & CRAFTS TABLES OPEN

FACE PAINTING

PAPER SKULL MASKS

PAPEL PICADO & FLOWER MAKING

SHRINKY DINK JEWELRY MAKING

PAPER PUPPET "DANCING CALACAS"

OFRENDA CARD MAKING

4:20 P.M.  – FIRST STREET - INTRODUCTION OF GRANDEZA MEXICANA - GRAND ENTRANCE OF CATRINAS

5:00 P.M. – OLD ADOBE MISSION – AZTEC STORIES - MICHAEL HERALDA - AZTEC STORYTELLER

6:00 P.M. – OLD ADOBE MISSION – OPENING REMARKS: MAYOR JIM LANE & GUESTS

6:30 P.M.  – EVENT GROUNDS - FR. GREG SCHLARB, PASTOR OF OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP - BLESSING OF THE ALTARS AND EVENT

7:00 P.M. – OLD ADOBE MISSION - DULCE PEREZ - VOCAL MUSICAL PERFORMANCE

7:30 P.M. – OLD ADOBE MISSION -MICHAEL HERALDA - AZTEC STORYTELLER

8:15 P.M. - FIRST STREET - GRANDEZA MEXICANA - CATRINAS PERFORMANCE

8:45 P.M. – AZTECA DANCERS - CLOSING BLESSING

9:15 P.M. - ART AND INSTALLATIONS OPEN

10:00 P.M. - END OF EVENT

** Event times and performances subject to change.

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For Immediate Release - Scottsdale Dia de los Muertos

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Scottsdale Dia de los Muertos 2017 to Offer a Family-friendly, Fun Event for All

Upcoming Day of the Dead celebration will offer a unique cross-cultural experience

SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA, OCTOBER 18, 2017 - The Scottsdale Dia de los Muertos 2017 celebration will be held on November 2, 2017, and will offer a unique cross-cultural experience for all. The family-friendly event will be free of charge.

Grandeza Mexicana, the premier Mexican ballet folklorico company in the U.S., and LORE Productions have joined forces with the Old Adobe Mission (Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Parish) in downtown Scottsdale and the Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia to host the event. Through a very close collaboration, these entities have worked to create a community-focused event aiming to bring people of all cultures closer while learning about the Day of the Dead.

Scottsdale’s Dia de los Muertos event will celebrate this ancient Aztec ritual of remembering the dead and mocking death itself by sharing these rich traditions with the community by way of art, performances, family activities, music, dance, altar displays, and an interactive community altar.

The event’s altars and art installation will debut during the November 2, 2017, Noche de Ofrendas: An Evening of Offerings, and the art installations will be available for viewing daily until November 5, 2017, at 9pm.

LORE Productions’s Robert Ramirez, who is also the spokesperson for Scottsdale Dia de los Muertos, said, “We are very interested in this being an Scottsdale regional event that focuses on art and performance helping to strengthen and create new bonds across cultures...Dia de los Muertos is focused on family, community, and issues of life and death.”

The Old Adobe Mission was built in 1933 and is the oldest building in Scottsdale. A recent renovation was completed, and since that time, the establishment has been used as a center for community gatherings. The venue will serve as beautiful backdrop for the upcoming Dia de los Muertos celebration.

The event will feature large-scale works by internationally renowned artists, Heriberto Luna and Marcus Pollitz (Tournament of Roses float and sculpture artist), as well as talks by famed national Aztec storyteller, Michael Heralda. The event also features special performances by local rising star, Dulce, Internationally recognized Aztec ceremonial dancers, and Grandeza Mexicana.

More information can be found at https://www.scottsdalediadelosmuertos.com/.

About Scottsdale Dia de los Muertos 2017

Scottsdale Dia de los Muertos 2017 will offer a free event where families can learn about and celebrate The Day of the Dead in downtown Scottsdale. The Scottsdale Old Adobe Mission, Grandeza Mexicana, and LORE Productions are excited to offer a day of food, fun, music, and culture.

Contact

Robert Ramirez

Scottsdale Dia de los Muertos 2017

Phone: 310-625-7386

E-mail: loreproductionsllc@gmail.com or robert@loreproductions.org

Website: https://www.scottsdalediadelosmuertos.com/

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Meet the Artist - Grandeza Mexicana Folk Ballet Company

LORE Productions is proud to present the famed Grandeza Mexicana Folk Ballet Company to the Scottsdale Dia de los Muertos, in Scottsdale, Arizona on November 2, 2017 (4:00p.m. to 10:00p.m.)

Grandeza Mexicana Folk Ballet Company (GMFBC) is a nonprofit performing arts organization founded by Jose Vences in September 2003. It currently has more than 40 dancers. The company was formed to advance the field of Mexican folk ballet and to enhance the public's appreciation for the diversity and depth of Mexican culture. Backed by careful research, Grandeza Mexicana's work is committed to preserving the traditions and customs of Mexico's historic past and promising present.

The company has achieved recognition for it's strength, artistic flair, use of elaborate costuming, and commitment to quality. Grandeza Mexicana has garnered many awards, including the Lester Horton Award for costuming. Los Angeles' premiere Mexican folk dance company has performed at the Music Center for the L.A. County Holiday Celebration, the Terrace Theater, the Center for the Arts in Sacramento, the Marjorie Luke Theater in Santa Barbara, the Ford Theater, the Alex Theater, and the Skirball Cultural Center.

They have performed alongside accleaimed artists, cush as the world-famous Jose Feliciano, Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlan, Mariachi Sol de Mexico, Luis Miguel, Shaila Durcal, and Lila Downs.

Watch Grandeza Mexicana at the Ford Theater!

www.scottsdalediadelosmuertos.com

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Thank you LA County Fair!

The Grand Skulls, In front of Millard Sheets Art Center, Fairplex Pomona, LA County Fair. Copyright 2017 LORE Media. LA County Fair Dia de los Muertos and Scottsdale Dia de los Muertos at the Old Adobe Mission promotion.

Sept. 18, 2017 - Los Angeles, CA -  Scottsdale Dia de los Muertos and Latino Artists on the front page of the LA County Fair! Currenlty, the top shared fair page in the world! Thank you LA County Fair - you are awesome! We love working with you. Check out the LA County Fair at  http://lacf.com/#

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Meet the Artist - Heriberto Luna

LORE Media is proud to present collaborating artist for the Scottsdale Dia de los Muertos at the Old Adobe Mission, Heriberto Luna. Born in Mexico City in 1976, Heriberto Luna immigrated to the United States a year after. Of 6 children, he is the second to the youngest. Heriberto Luna comes from a colorful background. His grandfather was one of Mexican revolutionary Emiliano Zapata’s soldiers, and his father was in the Mexican army. His grandmother was a Mayan shaman, fluent in two indigenous languages.

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Graduating from Franklin High School, in Los Angeles, Luna was surrounded by gangs but found his salvation at age 16 in the arts. At La Tierra de la Culebra, an urban art park in North East LA, he developed his skills as an earth sculptor and painter. Combined with his passion for performing Aztec dancing as both a dancer and a drummer, the artistic exposure gave him focus and strengthened his resolve to rise above the bad circumstances around him.

During 2002 and 2005 Luna apprentice on major mural projects with L. A’s most influential muralist team the East Los Streetscapers, and artist Paul Botello. Luna met Los Angeles artist Margaret Garcia and in 2002 he apprenticed with her and with New Mexico Master artist Pola Lopez. The result of all that hard work is clear, as Luna has exhibited in over 35 major Museums thus far, among them such prestigious locations as: The Santa Monica Museum of Art, The National Mexican Fine art Museum in Illinois and The Museum of History and Art in Ontario, California. Beyond that, Luna’s works have become part of major art collections at Arizona State University and in 2006 Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa presented him with an award of recognition for his accomplishments in the arts; Luna has also been awarded two artist-in-residence grants from the Los Angeles Cultural Affairs department. As his art career continues to bloom, Luna remains dedicated to under privilege youths, he is currently teaching arts classes for Theatre of Hearts and serves as a mentor.

Heriberto Luna’s success is measurable on many different levels yet what makes him most proud is seeing the young people that he has worked with turn to the community and become mentors themselves. Some have gone on to achieve gallery and museum showings as well. Withal, Luna’s bold colors juxtaposed with ancient inspiration and strong commitment to the future of his community bring a powerful and profound statement to the art world and beyond. Scottsdale Dia de los Muertos at the Old Adobe Mission is truly excited to have Mr. Luna involved with our celebration.

Selected Group Exhibitions

2014 Santa Monica Museum of , 10th Annual Incognito Auction, Santa Monica, CA 2013 The Autry National Center Museum, Day of The Dead, Skulls Exhibit , Los Angeles, CA 2013 The DA Gallery center for the arts, Aztlan The Next Decade Con Safos, Pomona, CA 2013 Museum of History and Art, Ontario Jury Art Exhibition, Ontario, CA 2013 Santa Monica Museum of Art, 9th Annual Incognito, Santa Monica, CA 2012 Ave 50 studio gallery ,The 8th annual holiday sale, CA 2012 La Galeria Gitana, Equinox Solstice, San Fernando,CA 2012 The Autry National Center Museum, Day of The Dead, installation , Los Angeles, CA 2012 The Museum of History and Art of Ontario, El Dia De La Muertos, Ontario, CA 2012 Museum of Contemporary Art, FRESH Art Auction, Los Angeles, CA 2011 Forest Lawn Museum, Adelante! Mexican American Artists: 1960s and Beyond',Glendale, CA 2011 Fremont Gallery, PASTELS, Pasadena, CA 2011 SPARC Gallery , IGNITE, Los Angeles, CA 2011 Santa Monica Museum of Art, 7th Annual Incognito, Santa Monica, CA 2010 The Autry National Center Museum, Day of The Dead, Los Angeles, CA 2010 The Museum of History and Art of Ontario, El Dia De La Muertos, Ontario, CA 2010 Santa Monica Museum of Art, 6th Annual Incognito, Santa Monica, CA 2010 Xico Inc. Gallery, El Arte De L.A , Chandler, Arizona, CA 2009 Overtones Gallery, 'PANDEMIC SHOW', Los Angeles, CA 2009 The Natural History Museum, CRLA Tardeada Traveling Exhibit , San Diego, CA 2009 Ave 50 studio, Testimonies Two  Contemporary Ex Votos, Los Angeles, CA 2009 Museum of Contemporary Art, FRESH Silent Art Auction, Los Angeles, CA 2009 Santa Monica Museum of Art, 5th Incognito, Santa Monica, CA 2008 Museum of Anthropology, Arizona State University, Ancient Ofrenda: Elementan Altar,Tempe,AZ 2008 Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery, Silent Auction and Exhibition, Los Angeles, CA 2008 The Museum of History and Art, El Dia De Los Muertos, Ontario, CA 2008 The Southwest Museum of the American Indian,Mayan-Inspired works solo exhibit Los Angeles,CA 2008 Santa Monica Museum of Art, 4th annual Incognito, Santa Monica, CA 2007 Blue Bird Art House Gallery, Solo Exhibit, Whittier, CA 2007 Bowers Museum, A Celebration of Life, Installation, Santa Ana, CA 2007 The DA Gallery, Blurring the Line, Pomona, CA 2007 Museum of History and Art, Ofrendas, Ontario, CA 2007 Millicent Rogers Museum, Turquoise Jubilee Action, Taos, NM 2007 Santa Monica Museum of Art,3th Incognito, Santa Monica, CA 2007 Museum of History and Art, Ontario Jury Art Exhibition, Ontario, CA 2006 Museum of Latin American Art, Dancing with the Dead, Long Beach, CA 2006 Museum of History and Art, Dia de los Muertos, Ontario, CA 2006 The DA Center for the Arts, Into the Future, Pomona, CA 2006 Latino Art Museum, Chicano Now, Pomona, CA 2006 El Museo Instituto Cultural De Baja California, Velvet, Tijuana, Mexico 2006 Millicent Rogers Museum, Turquoise Jubilee Auction, Taos, NM 2005 Millard Sheets Gallery, Latino Artists of L.A, Pomona, 2005 Santa Monica Museum of Art,2th Incognito, Santa Monica, CA 2005 National Museum of Mexican Fine Art, The Journey Home, Chicago, IL 2005 The DA Center for the Arts, Emerging from Aztlan, Pomona, CA 2005 National Hispanic Cultural Center, Tesoros, Albuquerque, NM 2005 Museum of History and Art, Ontario, Juried Art Exhibition, Ontario,CA 2005 Harwood Museum, La Madre Poderosa, Taos, NM 2004 Museum of History and Art, Dia De Los Muertos Art Exhibition, Ontario, CA 2004 Latino Art Museum, Biennale, Pomona, CA 2004 Sub Gallery, University of New Mexico, Colores, Albuquerque, NM 2004 Latino Art Museum, Strangers In Our Own Land, Pomona, CA 2003 Museum of Anthropology, Arizona State University, Latino/a Art Auction and Symposia,Tempe, A 2003 Angels Gate Cultural Center, Seeing Red, San Pedro, CA 2003 DA Center for the Arts, Returning to Aztlan, Pomona, CA 2003 Galleria Mundo, Los Angeles, When the Stream Spirit Rises, CA 2002 Galeria Mundo, Mujer como un rio-Woman like a river, Los Angeles, CA 2001 Galeria Mundo, Day of the Dead, Los Angeles, CA

~ Biography written by Fine Art America

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Meet the LORE Artist: Marcus Pollitz

For generations, waterways have served as a means of transport, transition, and influence between regions and people. Spiritually, they are regarded as a passageway for offerings to the gods and to the underworld, which has played a significant role in death and dying traditions in both pre-European contact and post-contact eras.

Dedicated to loved ones past and the prospect of rebirth, the vessels are adorned with elements associated with the 4 Directions (Suns). Among the offerings is the iconic image of the Catrina or “Lady of the Dead.” She rides atop a decorated floating vessel filled with marigolds and elements associated with the 4 directions. The Catrina is both the guiding vessel for the accompanying floral altars and the whimsical focal point of this tribute.

  Created by Marcus Pollitz and LORE productions

Marcus Pollitz is one of the main artists that works on the art and design of the large-scale installations for LORE Productions. 

This year, Marcus and LORE have created a brand new installation as a water feature for the Los Angeles, Grand Park LA, Dia de los Muertos celebtration called, "Offerings of the Dawn Passage."  Reminicent of Xochimilco and Mexico City, 9 floral vessels are set adrift on the water. They capture the essence and heart of Janitzio/ Patzcuaro’s Day of the Dead celebrations of November 2nd. And, they pay homage to the 9 levels that the dead face on their journey to Mictlán, as their soul transitions to the underworld upon their death.

  Interesting News articles on Marcus:

KTLA INTERVIEW TOURNAMENT OF ROSES PARADE FLOATS

LA TIMES INTERVIEW AND STORY

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Meet the Aztec Storyteller - Michael Heralda

Lore Productions is proud to present Michael Heralda, the premiere Aztec Storyteller in the United States, as part of the Scottsdale Dia de los Muertos at the Old Adobe Mission event in Scottsdale, Arizona this Nov 2-5, 2017 Please join us a the event and learn more about this amazing artist below!

Michael Heralda

...is an artist, songwriter, storyteller and poet.  Since 1995 Michael has shared his interactive Aztec Stories presentations with interested listeners and participants of all ages across the United States. 

A short list of presentation venues include:

The Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian (in New York and Washington DC)

Lincoln Center’s Out-of-Doors Festival (New York, NY)

The HEARD Museum (Phoenix, AZ)

The Southwest Museum (Los Angeles)

The Autry National Museum (Los Angeles)

The National Museum of Mexican Art (Chicago, IL)

The Yale Peabody Museum (New Haven, CT)

The Getty Museum (Los Angeles, CA)

And at over 300 K-12 Schools and libraries across the U.S.

Supporting musicians typically include members of his family (his wife, son, daughter, and grandsons) depending on the types of presentations scheduled.

Born in Los Angeles, California, in 1951, Michael’s interest in music and art began at an early age being influenced by his mother and uncle who were both self-taught musicians.

Michael performs on instruments that include: numerous hand-made indigenous styled instruments from the Mexica/Aztec and Mayan culture.  One of Michael’s music mentors is Xavier Quijas Yxayotl.

In 1993 Michael created his Aztec Stories program – a cultural, educational, musically interactive presentation for all ages.  It was designed to share the beauty and highly developed society of the Mexica/Aztec culture from an indigenous perspective.

In 1994 he recorded his first CD titled “Aztec Stories.”  Since then Michael has recorded his second and third CDs and had a short story titled “A man who works the land” published in “Cantos Al Sexto Sol” - An Anthology of Aztlanahuac Writing published by Wings Press and edited by Cecilio García-Camarillo, Roberto Rodríguez, and Patrisia Gonzales.

In addition to his popular Aztec Stories presentations Michael has also developed the following themed programs:

A Spring-Time Program

The Origins of Dia de Los Muertos

A first-person account of the life and times of Huey Tlatoani Motecuhzoma Xocoyotzin – the 9th elected ruler of the Mexica people.

In addition, Michael has participated in numerous family festivals, conferences, symposiums and has been interviewed on local as well as nationally syndicated radio stations, appeared on the TV Cable show “Behind the Artist,” and has contributed music for two documentary films, one titled “Weaving the Past” and the other titled “Living on the Dime,” as well as two independent student films.

Awards:

Durfee Arc Grant

Elaine Weissman L.A. Treasures Award (3)

 You can read more about Michael Heralda at https://www.aztecstories.com/

 www.scottsdalediadelosmuertos.com

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Scottsdale Dia de Los Muertos at the Old Adobe Mission

Join us as The Scottsdale Old Adobe Mission, Grandeza Mexicana, and Lore Productions invite you to celebrate and learn about The Day of the Dead (Dia de Los Muertos), a time honored tradition reserved for remembrance of family members who have passed away. To honor the deceased, altars are traditionally built and decorated with marigolds, photographs, and favorite foods of the departed.

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Noche de Ofrendas: An Evening of Offerings

An Evening of Offerings on November 2nd with art, music, performance, storytelling, and arts & crafts for the entire family. Art installations and altares will remain up through the evening of November 5th, daily 9AM-9PM,  for private reflection and family offerings.

www.scottsdalediadelosmuertos.com