Oscar Garibay, an acclaimed trumpet performer based in southern California, is recognized as a versatile musician. As a classical instrumentalist, Mr. Garibay has won concerto competitions and has internationally toured with several orchestras and bands. As a Mariachi, Garibay has performed on tour with Grammy Award-winning Mariachi Los Camperos. He has also accompanied critically acclaimed artists such as Steven Sandoval, Shaila Durcal, Lupita Infante, Ana Barbara, Yuri, Beatriz Adriana, Juan Valentin, Leo Dan, and many others.Mr. Garibay is a pioneer in Mariachi education. Under the mentorship of Mariachi Sol de Mexico director Jose Hernandez, Garibay became one of the founding teachers of the Jose Hernandez Mariachi Academy, which thereafter helped Garibay become Santa Ana Unified’s first full-time Mariachi Director. Garibay is currently the Mariachi Director for Santa Ana College and UC Davis. Additionally, Garibay owns and directs three professional mariachis in Orange County. Garibay creates pathways for students interested in performing professionally by setting up a robust music program that extends from middle school to higher education. Garibay is currently working with Davis Joint USD and UC Davis to establish a city-wide Mariachi program.