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Mariachi Relampago started in 1991 under the direction of Adolph Ortiz and was originally called Mariachi Chapala. In 1992, the name was changed to Mariachi Relampago. Many of the musicians were graduates of maestro Zeke Castro's Travis High School mariachi program. In 1994, Adolph Ortiz was given an opportunity to perform in Tucson, AZ. Upon his departure, Alex Ramirez took over. Adolph returned to Austin in 1996, but did not immediately play with Relampago. Alex ran Mariachi Relampago until 2002, when Adolph returned as co-owner. Under the business leadership of Alex and musical leadership of Adolph, Mariachi Relampago is superb in customer satisfaction. All of the musicians of Mariachi Relampago are TRUE PROFESSIONALS (not amateurs being paid) with years of experience under their belt. When you hire Mariachi Relampago, you're hiring the best. Mariachi Relampago has accompanied famous artists, such as Maribel Guardia, Pedrito Fernandez, and Nydia Rojas, just to name a few. Relampago has also performed for many celebrities, including Sandra Bullock, Harry Connick Jr., Antonio Banderas, Robert Patrick, Matthew McConaughey and Carla Gugino, as well as famous movie directors Robert Rodriguez, Guillermo del Toro, and Forrest Whitaker. Relampago appeared in the major television mini-series entitled Texas Justice, which starred Peter Strauss and Heather Locklear. They also played for the late author, James Michener. Mariachi Relampago has been performing in casinos throughout Louisiana since 1999. Members of Mariachi Relampago have been involved in recordings for movie soundtracks, library archives, studio archives, commercials (Television & Radio), and music CDs. Some members have taught in Mariachi Festivals in the state of Texas and beyond. Mariachi Relampago also donates money to charitable organizations, and on occassion, performs for the community to benefit organizations with a good cause.