La cantante y pintora María Rivas es una apasionada de la música

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La cantante y pintora María Rivas es una apasionada de la música

Latin GRAMMYs/Sep 25, 2013 - 02:46 PM

La cantante y pintora María Rivas es una apasionada de la música - pero no solamente de un género o estilo en particular.  Rivas, que comenzó su carrera en 1990 con su extraordinario disco debut Primogénito, pareciera estar enamorada de todos los sonidos del mundo. 

Con su voz de terciopelo y acompañada por eximios músicos del jazz latino, la cantante ha demostrado su eclecticismo a través de un repertorio rico y variado que incluye elegantes versiones de clásicos como "Bésame Mucho" y "Moliendo Café"; páginas históricas del jazz como "A Night In Tunisia"; la melancolía inglesa del grupo de rock progresivo Genesis y su "Mad Man Moon" - además de sorpresas tan inesperadas como su deliciosa interpretación del himno grunge "Smells Like Teen Spirit" de Nirvana.

No sorprende, entonces, que Rivas haya sido la candidata perfecta para crear la pintura oficial que celebra este año la 14a. edición del Latin GRAMMY.  Rivas se volcó a este proyecto con toda la pasión que la caracteriza, desde el momento mismo en que le ofrecieron el trabajo.

"Cuando me dieron la noticia de que había sido elegida para realizar la ilustración del Latin GRAMMY, me encontraba en Mallorca visitando a mi familia", nos cuenta la cantante desde su casa en Venezuela.  "Afortunadamente tenía conmigo materiales de pintura, así que pude empezar a dibujar bocetos enseguida.  Una tarde, pinté la figura del gramófono, pero noté que le faltaba algo.  Como la música hoy en día se ha transformado en un arte audiovisual, decidí agregarle al cuadro un ojo saliendo del gramófono junto a las notas multicolores, reflejando así las tendencias del nuevo milenio".

El trabajo terminado fue creado con acrílicos sobre tela, utilizando colores fosforescentes y la influencia del movimiento cubista.  La soltura de las líneas y la armonía de la composición final no dejan la menor duda:  pese a que María Rivas acaba de cumplir treinta años de carrera musical, las artes plásticas han sido una presencia constante en su vida.

"El destino me llevó hacia la música, pero siempre me quedó la cosita de querer mostrarle al mundo mi estilo pictórico", explica.  "Estudié arte durante toda mi vida, y de niña tuve la influencia de mi padre, al que le gustaban Picasso y Matisse.  Él tenía un periódico, y hacía todos los rótulos y las letras, además de caricaturas.  Gracias a él aprendí el arte de la caligrafía".

Sin embargo, Rivas no llegó a colaborar con la Academia Latina de la Grabación por aspiración propia.  Lo hizo gracias a la ayuda de un amigo que creyó en su talento y postuló su trabajo sin que ella lo supiera.

"A este amigo le gusta mucho mi estilo de pintura.  Cuando se enteró que se estaba realizando la pre-selección para elegir al ilustrador de este año, me pidió que le pasara copias de todas mis obras.  Hubo una ronda final de cuatro artistas, y por suerte me eligieron a mí.  Mi amigo dice que es por la justicia romántica de la vida que finalmente recibo un reconocimiento por mi pintura".

La buena noticia ha generado en Rivas una ola de inspiración.  Después de terminar la pintura para el Latin GRAMMY, comenzó una nueva serie de siete pinturas inspiradas en algunos de sus músicos favoritos de Latinoamérica.  Uno de los cuadros rinde tributo a Agustín Lara y su tórrido amor por María Félix.  También están Oscar D'León, Astor Piazzolla, Sara Montiel, y el cantante del grupo Soda Stereo, Gustavo Cerati, entre otros.

"La idea de esta nueva colección es representar a los arquetipos y el misticismo de la música latinoamericana", dice Rivas.  "Combiné mi trazo propio con la estética de pintores como Matisse, Picasso y Chagall, el movimiento fauvista y el mundo de los comics, que siempre ha sido una gran influencia.  Para mí, Agustín Lara fue el Cole Porter del mundo latino, y María Félix la equivalente de Ava Gardner.  Los dos se vincularon en una pasión destructiva, que además generó una música tan tierna como romántica".

La idea de Rivas es exponer los nuevos cuadros durante una gira, durante la cual la cantante interpretaría clásicos del cancionero latinoamericano.

"Me encantaría llevar esta gira a Miami, pero también a Venezuela, Colombia, Argentina y otros países.  La idea del trabajo es evocar la música latina a través de las almas de todos estos grandes artistas".

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Maria Rivas nombrada como artista oficial de la 14a Entrega Anual del Latin GRAMMY

Latin GRAMMYs/Sep 25, 2013 - 02:30 PM

La Academia Latina de la Grabación® y la Artista Venezolana Develaron el Arte Oficial durante el Anuncio de las Nominaciones en la Ciudad de Los Angeles

 

MIAMI (25 de septiembre del 2013) —  La pintora y artista visual María Rivas ha sido designada la artista oficial de la 14a. Entrega Anual del Latin GRAMMY®, anunció hoy La Academia Latina de la Grabación®. La obra de Rivas será utilizada orgullosamente como la imagen oficial del evento de la música latina más importante del mundo y adornará la portada de las invitaciones de este año, las entradas para el espectáculo, el afiche, el programa y otras importantes aplicaciones. La obra encomendada fue develada hoy en Los Ángeles en una conferencia de prensa en la que se anunciaron los nominados de este año a los Latin GRAMMY®. Para acceder a las últimas noticias y a contenido exclusivo, súmese a las redes sociales de La Academia Latina de la Grabación como seguidor en Twitter y como fan en Facebook.

 

"Cada año esperamos con ansias compartir y presentar un artista respetado proveniente de la comunidad latina, cuya obra capte la exuberancia que encarna la Música Latina, junto con el compromiso de nuestra organización para con la expresión creativa." dijo Gabriel Abaroa Jr., Presidente/CEO de La Academia Latina de la Grabación. "Sin duda, la imagen que María Rivas -ella misma música y compositora- ha creado, ejemplifica la fascinante sinergia que los Latin GRAMMYs se esfuerzan por transmitir cada año. Su presentación multidimensional, los matices de de colores y el empleo de sus imágenes transformadas de instrumento musical a figura humana realmente evocan la belleza y la magia que rodea a la cultura latina y a su música".

 

Rivas, que es oriunda de Venezuela y actualmente vive entre España y la Florida, es una afamada artista de la grabación, compositora, pintora y artista visual internacional. Desde temprana edad, mostró un gran talento en los soportes de pintura, artes plásticas, diseño gráfico y de modas, ilustración, y obras en óleo y en acrílico. Las capacidades refinadas de Rivas le han permitido crear un estilo artístico exclusivo al cual se refiere como "curvismo", que refleja su sujeto musical de una manera visual y flexible. La más reciente serie de Rivas titulada "American Jazz Greats" ("Los Grandes del Jazz Estadounidense") presenta interpretaciones en lienzo de algunos de los artistas de la música jazz más influyentes, tales como Chet Baker, Miles Davis y Nina Simone. Su obra se expone en galerías y en museos de todo el mundo, y forma parte de colecciones de aficionados privados de arte. La carrera musical de Rivas abarca más de 30 años y 10 álbumes, entre ellos, el sumamente popular y exitoso álbum Manduco (1992). Ha encabezado recitales en América Latina y del Norte, en Europa y en Asia, y también ha interpretado en el famoso Festival de Jazz de Montreux. Rivas ha recibido numerosos premios y reconocimientos artísticos por sus logros musicales, así como por sus esfuerzos humanitarios y relacionados con el medio ambiente; entre ellos se le atribuye ayudar a divulgar la iniciativa del reciclaje en su Venezuela natal.

 

La 14a. Entrega Anual del Latin GRAMMY será televisada en vivo el 21 de noviembre por la Cadena Univision (8 p.m. hora del este/7 p.m. hora del centro) desde el Mandalay Bay Events Center en Las Vegas. Para más información, visite www.latingrammy.com.

La Academia Latina de la Grabación es una organización internacional compuesta por artistas, músicos, compositores, productores, y otros profesionales técnicos y creativos de la grabación, de habla hispana y portuguesa. La organización se dedica a mejorar la calidad de vida y las condiciones culturales de la música latina y sus creadores. Además de producir la Entrega del Latin GRAMMY para premiar la excelencia en las artes y ciencias de la grabación, La Academia Latina de la Grabación brinda programas educativos y de asistencia para la comunidad musical latina. Para más información acerca de La Academia Latina de la Grabación, por favor visite LatinGRAMMY.com. Para obtener noticias de último momento y contenido exclusivo, sigue @LatinGRAMMYs en Twitter,  hazte un fanático en Facebook, e únete a las redes sociales de la organización en Foursquare, Google+, Instagram, Pinterest, Tumblr, y YouTube.

 

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Additional Artists Join Latin GRAMMY® Celebra: La Música De Andalucía, A Tribute To The Region’s Musical Legacy

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Additional Artists Join Latin GRAMMY® Celebra: La Música De Andalucía, A Tribute To The Region’s Musical Legacy

Latin GRAMMYs/Aug 29, 2025 - 12:00 PM

The event will honor legends and icons, celebrating the region’s musical past, present and future

MIAMI (AUGUST 29, 2025) — On Wednesday, September 10th, The Latin Recording Academy®, in collaboration with la Junta de Andalucía, continues its calendar of events in the Andalusian community, which began in 2023, hosting Latin GRAMMY® Celebra: La Música de Andalucía in Sevilla.

The event, taking place at the Cartuja Center CITE, will pay tribute to some of Andalucía’s most influential artists, immortal voices and unique talents that embody the region’s vast musical heritage, from legends and icons to artists representing both the past, present and future. The event will showcase the genre diversity flourishing in Andalucía, from traditional flamenco to contemporary Latin music rhythms. With a journey spanning centuries of creativity and innovation, the event will recognize the region’s lasting influence on global music.

In addition to those already confirmed, David Bisbal, Manuel Carrasco, Vanesa Martín and India Martínez, the evening will also feature special performances by Aitana, Arde Bogotá, Arcángel, Camilo, Yerai Cortés, Estopa, Evaluna, Guillermo Furiase, Joaquina, Lagartija Nick, Pedro Antonio Lazaga, Leiva, Alejandro Lerner, Ara Malikian, Kiki Morente and Lucía Ruibal, among others, to be announced.

Macarena Moreno and the team from The Latin Recording Academy, led by Ayleen Figueras, oversee executive production; Carlos Narea will handle musical production under the direction of Pablo Cebrián.

Presented by la Junta de Andalucía and sponsored by the Iberian ham brand Enrique Tomás, the proceeds from the event will support the region’s musical development.

The Latin Recording Academy and la Junta de Andalucía’s Consejería de Turismo y Andalucía Exterior continue to celebrate Latin music in Andalucía, following the success of last year’s Latin GRAMMY® Celebra: Paco de Lucía event, in Cádiz, and the Latin GRAMMY® Session, in Málaga.

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ABOUT THE LATIN RECORDING ACADEMY:

The Latin Recording Academy® is a nonprofit dedicated to nurturing, celebrating, honoring and elevating Latin music and its creators. Established as the global authority on Latin music, the membership-based organization composed of music professionals produces the annual Latin GRAMMY Awards®, The Biggest Night in Latin Music™, which honors excellence in the recording arts and sciences, in addition to providing educational and outreach programs for the music community through its Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation®. For more information, please visit LatinGRAMMY.com.

MEDIA CONTACTS / EQUIPO SINGULAR:

María García: maria.garcia@equiposingular.com

Victoria Alonso: victoria.alonso@equiposingular.com

The Latin Recording Academy® Announces Maricarmen “Tuti” Bou, Amarilys Germán, Paula Kaminsky And Rozalén As The Leading Ladies Of Entertainment 2025

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The Latin Recording Academy® Announces Maricarmen “Tuti” Bou, Amarilys Germán, Paula Kaminsky And Rozalén As The Leading Ladies Of Entertainment 2025

Latin GRAMMYs/Aug 19, 2025 - 01:00 PM

Amazon Music joins for the second consecutive year as presenting sponsor of the Latin GRAMMY® Week event

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MIAMI (AUGUST 19, 2025) — The Latin Recording Academy® announced its 2025 Leading Ladies of Entertainment honorees. The program, created nine years ago, honors and recognizes professional and socially conscious women in the arts and Latin entertainment fields who have made significant contributions and inspired future leaders.

This year’s honorees are:

  • Maricarmen “Tuti” Bou, Vice President of Sony Music Entertainment in Puerto Rico

  • Amarilys Germán, Entertainment Executive and Manager to Latin GRAMMY® and GRAMMY®-winning artist Juan Luis Guerra

  • Paula Kaminsky, Managing Director at Global Talent Services US (GTS), a talent management agency

  • Rozalén, Latin GRAMMY®-nominated singer/songwriter

“I am proud to present our Leading Ladies of Entertainment honorees, an exceptional group of women who have distinguished themselves not just through their successful careers but also through their work outside of the professional realm,” said Manuel Abud, CEO of The Latin Recording Academy. “Our past honorees have helped grow our Mentorship Program, and we look forward to having this year’s class continue that legacy and empower future generations of young women.”

The private event to celebrate this year’s honorees will take place during Latin GRAMMY® Week in Las Vegas, with Amazon Music joining as presenting sponsor for the second consecutive year. Amazon Music is also donating to the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation®’s Scholarship Fund in support of future Latin music makers. In addition, Espolòn Tequila joins as the official sponsor of the event. Moira Noriega will serve as executive producer of the event, working under the direction of The Latin Recording Academy’s production team led by Ayleen Figueras.

"We are thrilled to continue our support of The Latin Recording Academy's Leading Ladies of Entertainment for a second year. These exceptional women exemplify the leadership, innovation and dedication that are driving the Latin music industry forward,” said Rocío Guerrero, Director of Music, Latin-Iberia at Amazon Music. “Through this initiative and our contribution to the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation's Scholarship Fund, we're committed to supporting and amplifying the voices of future generations of female leaders in Latin music. The impact these honorees have made both professionally and through their community work perfectly aligns with the mission at Amazon Music to elevate and celebrate Latin talent."

This year’s class, along with past honorees, are invited to become mentors of the Leading Ladies of Entertainment Mentorship Program, hosted by the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation. Paying-it-forward and forging opportunities for future generations is a core pillar of this initiative, and the program aims to foster the next generation of women in the industry. Applications for the mentorship program will open at a future date to be announced. For any questions, email lgcf@grammy.com.

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ABOUT MARICARMEN “TUTI” BOU:

Veteran executive Maricarmen “Tuti" Bou began her career in the music industry in 1988 with what was then CBS Records, which would later become Sony Music. At 26, she was named publicist for the record label, and since then, she has launched the careers of Latin GRAMMY® and GRAMMY®-nominated artists including Shakira, Elvis Crespo, Chayanne and Ricky Martin. Her ability to recognize emerging talent has led her to manage Latin GRAMMY® winners and GRAMMY® nominees Kany García and Pedro Capó during her more than 37 years at Sony Music. Beyond her work as a music and entertainment executive, Bou is also committed to philanthropic causes, collaborating with organizations like SER, Fundación CAP, and, most recently, True Self Foundation, which supports the LGBTQ+ community in Puerto Rico. She currently serves as Vice President of Sony Music in Puerto Rico.

ABOUT AMARILYS GERMÁN:

Amarilys Germán is a distinguished entertainment executive and manager of Juan Luis Guerra, recognized for her key role in promoting artists internationally. Born in Santo Domingo and trained in tourism and public relations, she began her career collaborating with local groups and figures such as Kinito Méndez. Her talent for production and management led her to work on international events with Latin GRAMMY® and GRAMMY® award-winning artists such as Maná, Ricky Martin, and Shakira, establishing herself as a leader in public relations and show production. Since 1998, she has led Guerra's career, coordinating world tours, media strategies and global partnerships. She also helped the growth of talents such as Vicente García early in his career. With more than two decades of experience, Germán is distinguished by her leadership, strategic vision and commitment to artistic excellence.

ABOUT PAULA KAMINSKY:

Paula Kaminsky is a renowned marketing executive with over 20 years of experience in the entertainment and marketing industries. She currently serves as Managing Director at Global Talent Services US (GTS) where she specializes in talent management. At GTS, Kaminsky is focused on the development of key artists, including: Ela Taubert, who won the 2024 Latin GRAMMY® for Best New Artist, has accumulated over 380 million Spotify streams, and has also inked deals with Coca-Cola, Toyota and Diesel; and Joaquina, who won Best New Artist at the 2023 Latin GRAMMYs® at age 19 and has sponsorship deals with JCPenney, NARS Cosmetics and Sony. She also works with rising stars like Roa, Andry Kiddos and Kobi Cantillo, among others. Throughout her career, she has been recognized for her responsible, creative, and determined approach. Her extensive background includes leading campaigns and initiatives for developing artists as well as growing those of established talent.

ABOUT ROZALÉN:

Rozalén is one of the most influential singer/songwriters in the Spanish-speaking world, celebrated for her artistic excellence and unwavering commitment to social causes. With six acclaimed studio albums, she has earned multiple Gold and Platinum records, a Goya Award, the 2021 National Award for Contemporary Music in Spain and several Latin GRAMMY® nominations. A psychologist with a master’s in music therapy, she has built a body of work that uses music as a powerful tool for transformation, addressing themes such as gender equality, inclusion, mental health, historical memory and social justice. She is the author of “La Puerta Violeta,” a Latin GRAMMY®-nominated feminist anthem against gender-based violence, and other widely recognized songs that have become social hymns. Her concerts are pioneers in accessibility, always featuring Beatriz Romero, a sign language interpreter who shares the spotlight to fully integrate deaf audiences. Over the years, she has collaborated with leading artists including Joaquín Sabina, Jorge Drexler, Kany García, Carlos Vives and Mon Laferte, among many others. Beyond the stage, Rozalén works with organizations such as Entreculturas, Plan International, Save the Children and Médicos Sin Fronteras, participating in education, health and human rights projects in countries including Colombia, Bolivia, Chad and Guatemala.

ABOUT THE LATIN RECORDING ACADEMY:

The Latin Recording Academy® is a nonprofit dedicated to nurturing, celebrating, honoring and elevating Latin music and its creators. Established as the global authority on Latin music, the membership-based organization composed of music professionals produces the annual Latin GRAMMY Awards®, The Biggest Night in Latin Music®, which honors excellence in the recording arts and sciences, in addition to providing educational and outreach programs for the music community through its Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation®. For more information, please visit LatinGRAMMY.com.

ABOUT THE LATIN GRAMMY CULTURAL FOUNDATION:

The Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation® is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization established by The Latin Recording Academy® with the vision of becoming a global champion of music education and empowering communities through Latin music and culture. In 2024 the Foundation celebrated its 10-year anniversary, and during the last decade it has fostered the next generation of Latin music creators through scholarships, education programs and grants that advance Latin music and celebrate its rich cultural heritage. To date, the Foundation has donated more than $13.9 million with the support of The Latin Recording Academy’s members, artists, corporate sponsors and other generous donors. For additional information or to donate, please visit latingrammyculturalfoundation.org. And follow us @latingrammyfdn on Instagram and at Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation on Facebook and LinkedIn.

ABOUT AMAZON MUSIC:

Amazon Music is an immersive audio entertainment service that connects fans, artists, and creators through music, podcasts, and culture. Amazon Music brings fans closer to what they love, with curated and personalized playlists, artist livestreams, artist merch, and Amazon Exclusive podcasts. Prime members get access to over 100 million songs in shuffle mode, All-Access playlists, plus the largest catalog of top ad-free podcasts, included with their membership. Customers can upgrade to Amazon Music Unlimited for full, on-demand access to 100 million songs in HD and a growing catalog of Ultra HD and Spatial audio. Anyone can listen to Amazon Music by downloading the free Amazon Music app, or wherever they listen to music, including Alexa-enabled devices. Learn more at www.amazonmusic.com.

MEDIA CONTACT:

The Latin Recording Academy

Nathalie Alberto

Nathalie.Alberto@grammy.com

Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation® Awards The 2025 Warner Music Latina Scholarship To Arlen Borrego Miranda

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Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation® Awards The 2025 Warner Music Latina Scholarship To Arlen Borrego Miranda

Latin GRAMMYs/Aug 13, 2025 - 11:00 PM

The Foundation awarded more than $1.3 million across a total of 49 scholarships

to music students around the world

Credit: John Parra/Getty Images for the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation

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MIAMI (AUGUST 13, 2025) — The Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation® awarded the 2025 Warner Music Latina Scholarship to trumpeter Arlen Borrego Miranda during a special ceremony at the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami. The ceremony, hosted by 2022 Prodigy Scholarship recipient Valentina García, featured a performance by Latin GRAMMY® and GRAMMY®-nominated artist Elena Rose, alongside scholarship recipients and alumni. The musical director for the evening was Latin GRAMMY and GRAMMY-winning producer, composer and conductor Carlos Fernando López, a triple graduate of the Frost School of Music. Additionally, 48 more scholarships were awarded to music students around the world.

Also known as the Prodigy Scholarship, the annual award supports music education and Latin music genres, and was sponsored by a record label for the first time in the Foundation’s history. The scholarship allows Borrego Miranda to pursue a bachelor's degree at Berklee College of Music starting this fall. In addition, it also supports the costs of tuition, room, board and wrap around services that include ongoing mentorship and learning opportunities provided in partnership with the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation. Previous sponsors include: Sebastián Yatra (2024), Nicky Jam (2023), Sofia Carson (2022), Juanes (2021), Julio Iglesias (2020), Emilio and Gloria Estefan (2019), Carlos Vives (2018), Miguel Bosé (2017), Juan Luis Guerra (2016) and Enrique Iglesias (2015).

Since its establishment in 2014, the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation has committed an extraordinary sum of more than $13.9 million in scholarships, grants, musical instruments and educational programs throughout the United States and Ibero-America.

“Each year we have the privilege and responsibility of reviewing and awarding scholarships made possible by the generosity of our donors,” said Raquel "Rocky" Egusquiza, Executive Director of the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation. “We are moved by the talented students and grateful to our partners who have enabled us to provide more than $1.3 million across 49 scholarships to music students worldwide, ensuring the rich legacy of Latin music.”

“At Warner Music Latina we believe in the power of education as a catalyst for creativity and cultural preservation,” said Roberto Andrade, Managing Director at Warner Music Latina. “Partnering with the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation to sponsor the Prodigy Scholarship reflects our long-term commitment to nurturing the next generation of Latin music talent. We’re proud to help Arlen take this next step and are honored to support the future of our music.”

“Music has saved my life. Finding this path from a young age and having the opportunity to pursue this dream, thanks to the support of Warner Music Latina and the incredible Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation, exceeds everything I ever imagined,” said Borrego Miranda. “I am committed to making the most of this incredible gift by working hard and making everyone proud. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.”

Additionally, the Foundation awarded the first Emerging Talent Scholarship, in partnership with Berklee College of Music, to saxophonist Aina López Pla. The Emerging Talent Scholarship covers a bachelor’s degree at Berklee, room and board, as well as a laptop and ongoing mentorship and learning opportunities provided in partnership with the Foundation.

The Foundation also announced the recipients of its Gifted Tuition Scholarships and Tuition Assistance Scholarships—with an additional 48 talented students from diverse backgrounds receiving the opportunity to pursue an education at some of the most prestigious music institutions in the world.

Gifted Tuition Scholarship Recipients:

Two (2) Gifted Tuition Scholarships of up to $120,000 each were awarded to students to cover tuition costs towards a four-year bachelor's degree in music, and wrap around services, starting this fall:

  • Frost School of Music at the University of Miami awarded one scholarship to vocalist Irenda Arano Díaz to attend the elite music school.

  • Gil Family Foundation awarded one scholarship to drummer Miguel Francisco Pie Gil to attend the school of his choice.

Tuition Assistance Scholarship Recipients:

In addition, 45 students each received the Tuition Assistance Scholarship, a one-time scholarship that ranges in value from $10,000 to up to $12,500 toward the tuition costs for the university or college of their choice and includes wrap around services provided by the Foundation.

For the second consecutive year, Gibson Gives, Gibson’s philanthropic division, sponsored three (3) Tuition Assistance Scholarships—awarded to students who study guitar as their principal instrument—and gifted a Gibson guitar to each of their respective scholarship recipients.

Further generating impact, AIE Sociedad de Artistas, Amazon Music, Bulova, Kraft Family Inc. and Open Society Foundations sponsored Tuition Assistance Scholarships. To view all scholarships awarded and their respective recipients, please refer to the chart below for additional details.

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ABOUT THE LATIN GRAMMY CULTURAL FOUNDATION:

The Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation® is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization established by The Latin Recording Academy® with the vision of becoming a global champion of music education and empowering communities through Latin music and culture. In 2024, the Foundation celebrated its 10-year anniversary, and during the last decade, it has fostered the next generation of Latin music creators through scholarships, education programs and grants that advance Latin music and celebrate its rich cultural heritage. To date, the Foundation has donated more than $13.9 million with the support of The Latin Recording Academy’s members, artists, corporate sponsors and other generous donors. For additional information or to donate, please visit latingrammyculturalfoundation.org or our Facebook page. And follow us @latingrammyfdn on Instagram, and at Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation on Facebook and LinkedIn.

MEDIA CONTACT:

The Latin Recording Academy

Nathalie Alberto

Nathalie.Alberto@grammy.com