Violin by Michael Angel

If you came to see me perform, you’d see me moving through the crowd with my violin, dressed to match the vibe—elegant, stylish, and always event-appropriate. I bring a small speaker, my phone, and a music stand, keeping things simple so the focus stays on the music and the moment.

I play along to songs the client has picked—whether it’s romantic ballads, upbeat pop, or traditional classics—adding my own flair as I stroll around the venue. I love interacting with guests as I go, sharing a smile, a quick chat, or even playing their favorite song right beside them.

It’s part performance, part experience—and a whole lot of fun. My goal is to create music that not only sounds beautiful but also feels personal, alive, and unforgettable.

Born in 1992 and raised in San Diego, my life has always been shaped by music. From my earliest memories, music was woven into the rhythm of my childhood—especially through my Mexican grandmother, who was always singing to me. Being born Half Filipino and Half Mexican I was always surrounded by music. My father bought a karaoke machine for the family when I was 3 years old! For as long as I can remember I was always singing.

At age 12, I joined mariachi classes, where I began to learn both voice and violin. That passion only deepened through my teenage years, and I continued performing mariachi well beyond graduation. I went on to study classical violin in college while still staying active in mariachi ensembles, learning to blend tradition with technique.

After earning my degree in 2017, I moved to Los Angeles to pursue mariachi professionally. That journey led me to incredible opportunities, including performing with renowned groups and eventually with Disney.

I’ve been happily working there ever since, doing what I love—sharing the joy, emotion, and cultural richness of music with audiences every day.

Since my equipment is all portable and acoustic/electric, there is no extra support required. Perhaps depending on length of occasion might need an electrical outlet but besides that I'm mostly a working mobile musician.