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Lehman College Alumna Miryam Juarez Leads Mariachi Perla Mexicana de NYC to Madison Square Garden
Miryam Juarez '25, director of Mariachi Perla Mexicana de NYC, at Madison Square Garden
October 28, 2025
On October 23, Lehman College alumna Miryam Juarez '25 led Mariachi Perla Mexicana de NYC in a performance at Madison Square Garden for the New York Rangers' Hispanic Heritage Night. Juarez, the youngest female director of a mariachi ensemble in New York City, heads a vibrant group of first-generation Mexican American musicians dedicated to preserving the rich traditions of Mexican music while bringing a fresh, modern energy to the stage.
“Individually, we’ve all worked hard and accomplished a lot, but this is the first time we’ve come together as a group of young, first-generation Mexican Americans to perform on such a big stage,” said Juarez.
Miryam Juarez, second from left, leads members of Mariachi Perla Mexicana de NYC in their debut Madison Square Garden performance.
The ensemble’s dedication and collaboration—as well as shared experience and heritage—laid the groundwork for the opportunity to perform.
“I was a little nervous, but incredibly proud of this moment,” Juarez added. “I hope this performance opens doors for us and inspires others to celebrate our culture wherever they are.”
Watch the performance here.