Mission Statement:
Los Panaderos share traditional and contemporary music, dance, and other forms of artistic storytelling by highlighting the cultures and histories of various regions of Mexico, California, and beyond. Through events and educational experiences, Los Panaderos build community through inclusive song and dance parties called fandangos. Los Panaderos also celebrate the ever-changing nature of folk music to present the diversity of their community with the exploration of original compositions, dances, and fusion pieces that reflect their San Francisco Bay Area home.
Group bio:
Los Panaderos are a traditional Mexican folk music and dance collaboration from the San Francisco Bay Area who educate communities through song and dance parties called fandangos. Repertory features Son Jarocho, from the Mexican state of Veracruz; Son Huasteco from the Mexican states of Tamaulipas, San Luis Potosi, Hidalgo, and Veracruz; Son Mariachero from the Mexican states of Jalisco, Michoacan, Colima, Guerrero, and Nayarit; and various folk traditions from Japan and California
Core Members of Los Panaderos:
Sharon Benítez
Tanya Benítez
Alejandro Callejas
Raúl Herrera
Michiyo Suzuki
Junko Tanabe
Upcoming events
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Los Panaderos en Londres!
July 2025!
Los Panaderos travel to London this summer as part of a cultural exchange with Catufa Foundation and collaboration with This Is Mexico! Mexican Folk Dance.
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VivaCalleSJ
Sun, Sep 7, 11am
Los Panaderos and their students Los Panquecitos hit the streets for the 10th Anniversary of VivaCalleSJ! Catch them in front of BrickHouse Fitness on San Carlos Ave | 1886 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95128.
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Teachers and Tacos
Hosted by the Santa Clara County Office of Education, Los Panaderos accompany their students, Los Panquecitos, in celebration of Latino Heritage Month.
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Livermore Library
Sat, Sep 28, 2pm
Join Los Panaderos and celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month!
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Gilroy Library
Thu, Oct 9, 10:30am
Los Panaderos host a special Story Time with the community of Gilroy for Latino Heritage Month!
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Cultura y Bienestar
Wed, Oct 10, 6pm
Celebrate Dia de Muertos with Los Panaderos and the community of Fruitvale!
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Dia de Muertos with the City of Mountain View
Los Panaderos return to the City of Mountain View to honor and celebrate our loved ones as part of Dia de Muertos.
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Xantolo
Sat, Nov 1, 6-8pm
Maestro Artemio Posadas, Danza Colibri, and Los Panaderos celebrate the Oaxacan tradition of Xantolo with an evening of music and dance with the community. All are welcome celebrate and learn at RoundHill Studios.
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Dia de Muertos with Casa Circulo Cultural
Sun, Nov 2, 5pm
Los Panaderos join with Casa Circulo Cultural in Redwood City for a celebration of Day of the Dead!
FAQs
Concerts & Performances
For more information about our concerts and performances: Download our Electronic Press Kit!
Children & Family Programs
Learn more about our programming for Children and Families: Download our brochure here!
Workshops & Lectures
Book us for community-based, interactive lectures and workshops: Download our content document!