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Los Del Valle

Los Del Valle

The Los del Valle Oral History Project, begun in 1993 by Manuel F. Medrano, includes edited autobiographical sketches of people from the Rio Grande Valley and South Texas and accounts of historical and cultural events that document the rich heritage of the area. The thirty volume series includes personal interviews, photographs, film clips and music that convey the uniqueness of the area not usually found in traditional sources.

The collection divides the videos into two main categories:

Volume videos (titled "Volume 01," "Volume 02," etc.) — represent published interviews. These edited documentaries feature curated interviews, performances, scholarly commentary, and thematic narratives on topics like regional history, music, and personal stories.
Items titled with "[LDV Project Archive]" — contain the unedited original interviews, raw footage, multi-part recordings, B-roll, and supplemental materials that served as the source content for the published volumes.

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[LDV Project Archive] Interview with Ruben Garcia, Part 1 of 2

Manuel F. Medrano and Anthony K. Knopp

A raw video of an interview with Ruben Garcia, captain of the police department, who talks about his experience in the police department of Brownsville, and the way it operated after World War II.
[LDV Project Archive] Interview with Ruben Garcia, Part 2 of 2

Manuel F. Medrano and Ruben Garcia

A raw video compilation: Second part of the interview with Ruben Garcia, Brownsville police department captain, where he talks about immigration and the police department's multiple locations. Includes personal photographs, medals, and equipment from Ruben Garcia's career.
[LDV Project Archive] Interview with Ruby Woolridge, Part 1 of 4

Manuel F. Medrano and Ruby A. Woolridge

Part 1 of 4 of Ruby Woolridge's oral history. Woolridge recalls her time spent in catholic school, her transition to public school and how she became interested in social science, her experience as a student at Texas A&I, the 1932/1933 hurricanes, and her upbringing in Brownsville, Texas.
[LDV Project Archive] Interview with Rudolfo Anaya

Manuel F. Medrano and Rudolfo Anaya

An interview with Rudolfo Anaya, a Chicano writer who was born in Llano Estacado, New Mexico. Anaya talks about his childhood and the Chicano movement in the early 1970s. He recalls life changes and writing.
[LDV Project Archive] Interview with Santiago Jimenez, Jr.

Manuel F. Medrano and Santiago Jimenez

An interview with Santiago Jimenez, Jr., leading accordionist from San Antonio, Texas, who talks about the legacy of the Jimenez family, especially his grandfather and father. Jimenez started to perform at the age of twelve, began playing the accordion at age fifteen, and recording at the age of seventeen. He shares different experiences recording and performing music. Jimenez explains the difference between Tejano music and Conjunto music.
[LDV Project Archive] Interview with Santiago Jimenez, Jr., Part 1 of 3

Manuel F. Medrano and Santiago Jimenez

A video of Santiago Jimenez, Jr. performing at the Science and Engineering Technology Building (SETB), the University of Texas at Brownsville. David Champion, associate director of the Narciso Martínez Cultural Center, introduces Jimenez to the audience. Jimenez performs with his accordion different conjunto music, and, in between songs, he tells his family's history.
[LDV Project Archive] Interview with Santiago Jimenez, Jr., Part 2 of 3

Manuel F. Medrano and Santiago Jimenez

A video of Santiago Jimenez, Jr. performing at the Science and Engineering Technology Building (SETB), the University of Texas at Brownsville. Jimenez performs with his accordion different conjunto and polka music. Jimenez discusses his career with the audience in a question-and-answer session.
[LDV Project Archive] Interview with Santiago Jimenez, Jr., Part 3 of 3

Manuel F. Medrano and Santiago Jimenez

A video of Santiago Jimenez, Jr. performing at the Science and Engineering Technology Building (SETB), the University of Texas at Brownsville. Jimenez talks about places where he has done tours, including Poland, France, Mexico, and Russia.
[LDV Project Archive] Interview with Tish Hinojosa

Manuel F. Medrano and Tish Hinojosa

In this interview for the Américo Paredes Endowment Fund, Tish Hinojosa talks about her relationship with Dr. Américo Paredes, her musical inspiration, the importance of Mexican American culture, and her children.
[LDV Project Archive] Interview with Valerio Longoria

Manuel F. Medrano and Valerio Longoria

An interview with Valerio Longoria, born in Kennedy, Texas, talks about his career playing the accordion, and how the accordion has changed over time. Longoria describes his experiences performing in dance halls, especially in La Villita and El Mezquiton.
[LDV Project Archive] Jacinto Tzab Ceremony at the Cultural Arts Center, San Benito, Texas, Part 1 of 3

Manuel F. Medrano and Jacinto Tzab

Part 1 of 3 of Don Jacinto Tzab and his unnamed student, a professor at the University of the Americas, lead a traditional ceremony at the Cultural Arts Center in San Benito, Texas. Tzab’s disciple says her name is Samanta Juarez at 00:05:36 minutes in the Interview with Don Jacinto Tzab, Part 1 of 3.
[LDV Project Archive] Jacinto Tzab Ceremony at the Cultural Arts Center, San Benito, Texas, Part 2 of 3

Manuel F. Medrano and Jacinto Tzab

Part 2 of 3 of Don Jacinto Tzab and his unnamed student, a professor at the University of the Americas, lead a traditional ceremony at the Cultural Arts Center in San Benito, Texas. Tzab’s disciple says her name is Samanta Juarez at 00:05:36 minutes in the Interview with Don Jacinto Tzab, Part 1 of 3.
[LDV Project Archive] Jacinto Tzab Ceremony at the Cultural Arts Center, San Benito, Texas, Part 3 of 3

Manuel F. Medrano and Jacinto Tzab

Part 3 of 3 of Don Jacinto Tzab and his unnamed student, professor of the University of the Americas, lead a traditional ceremony at the Cultural Arts Center in San Benito, Texas. Tzab’s disciple says her name is Samanta Juarez at 00:05:36 minutes in the Interview with Don Jacinto Tzab, Part 1 of 3.
[LDV Project Archive] José Angel Gutiérrez Oral History, Part 1 of 2

Manuel F. Medrano and Jose Angel Gutierrez

Part 1 of 2 of an oral history with Dr. José Ángel Gutiérrez. Dr. Gutiérrez discusses his family history, his bilingual education, his work towards racial integration, his struggles to pay for higher education, the founding of the Mexican American Youth Organization (MAYO), Chicano activism, the Vietnam War, school walkouts, and La Raza Unida Party (RUP).
[LDV Project Archive] José M. López and Lee Gonzalez Photos/Fishing Advice with Steve Walker

Manuel F. Medrano, Steve Walker, Jose Medrano Lopez, and Lee Gonzalez

The first part of the video consists of photos of Sergeant José M. López and Lee Gonzalez during their time in the army. At 13:54, Steve Walker talks about fishing equipment and gives advice for fishing on the Texas Gulf Coast for people who travel south to Texas for the winter months.
[LDV Project Archive] José M. López Church and Cementary Service

Manuel F. Medrano, Jose Mendoza Lopez, and Matt Hage

Memorial Service for Sergeant First Class (Retired) José Mendoza López, who died of kidney cancer. Speakers include Larry Lewis, June Pedraza, and John Hage.
[LDV Project Archive] José M. López Documentary

Manuel F. Medrano, Jose Mendoza Lopez, Cristina Balli, and Johnny Aguilar

A documentary honoring the life of José Mendoza López, a World War II veteran and one of twelve Latinos to receive the Medal of Honor of the United States and the Mexican Order of the Águila Azteca. López remembers his military service in Europe during the war and the importance of his family. Other interviewees include John Lopez, Beatrice Lopez de Pedraza, Marie Peretti, Virginia Rogers, Alfredo Valenzuela, Guy Whitweir, and Maggie Whitweir.
[LDV Project Archive] José M. López Funeral Services, San Antonio, Texas

Manuel F. Medrano and Jose Mendoza Lopez

B-roll video footage from the funeral services of veteran José Mendoza López in San Antonio. Friends, family, and colleagues gather to honor López's life.
[LDV Project Archive] José M. López Photos

Manuel F. Medrano and Jose Mendoza Lopez

This raw footage consists of photos of Sergeant José M. López and his family. Notable are photos of López meeting President George W. Bush and his military awards.
[LDV Project Archive] José M. López Wake Service

Manuel F. Medrano, Jose Mendoza Lopez, Guy Whitweir, Maggie Whitweir, John Lopez, Sharon Lopez, Beatrice Pedraza, Virginia Rogers, Samantha Whitweir, Alfredo Valenzuela, Robert Howard, and Fernando Rey

A wake service for Sergeant First Class José Mendoza López at Cornerstone Church in San Antonio, Texas. Family, friends, and colleagues share their memories about José López. Speakers include Manuel Medrano, Guy Whitweir, Maggie Whitweir, John López, Sharon López, Beatrice Pedraza, Virginia Rogers, Samantha Whitweir, Alfredo Valenzuela, Robert Howard, and Fernando Rey.
[LDV Project Archive] Juliet Garcia introduces Reynaldo Garza, University of Texas at Brownsville Commencement Ceremony

Manuel F. Medrano and Juliet V. Garcia

Raw video footage of the commencement ceremony at The University of Texas at Brownsville. Dr. Juliet García recognizes different people who have contributed to education in Brownsville.
[LDV Project Archive] Juliet V. García interview about Barbara Warburton

Manuel F. Medrano and Juliet V. Garcia

An interview with Dr. Juliet V. García, president of the University of Texas at Brownsville and Texas Southmost College, who talks about her recollections of Barbara Warburton. Dr. García describes the high standards in education that Warburton set for herself and instilled in others.
[LDV Project Archive] Juliet V. García Speaking to Manuel Medrano's Class, Part 1 of 2

Manuel F. Medrano and Juliet V. Garcia

Dr. Juliet García gives a lecture on institutional challenges facing The University of Texas at Brownsville and the Texas education system. Topics mentioned include access to education for the Latino population and the impact of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) in Brownsville.
[LDV Project Archive] Juliet V. García Speaking to Manuel Medrano's Class, Part 2 of 2

Manuel F. Medrano and Juliet V. Garcia

Dr. Juliet García answers question from students regarding educational programs, scholarships, job market, and infrastructure in Brownsville.
[LDV Project Archive] La Orden Mexicana del Águila Azteca Reception for Américo Paredes

Manuel F. Medrano, Americo Paredes, Franco Gonzalez Salas, Maria Teresa, Ricardo Romo, Standish Meacham, and Josefina Vázquez Zoraida

The raw footage begins during Teresa Franco's speech to dedicate the Mexican Order of the Águila Azteca to Dr. Américo Paredes. The video also includes speeches by Ricardo Romo, Standish Meacham, Josefina Vázquez, and Dr. Paredes.
[LDV Project Archive] Las Raices en los Ranchitos de San Isidro

Manuel F. Medrano, Armando C. Alonzo, Anita Garza, Feliz Garza, Omar Garza, Rodolfo Garza, Jose Moreno, Rigo Garza, and Ricardo Camargo

A documentary of the San Isidro Ranch property owned by rancher Rodolfo Garza. Garza, who was born in Hidalgo, talks about his ranching life. Rancher Anita Garza talks about her relationship with her husband in the 1940s. Their son, Omar Garza, shares the importance of coming back to San Isidro after getting a Masters degree in Education from Texas A & M University. Their family talks about the legacy of Mrs. and Mr. Garza. Other interviewees include Armando C. Alonzo and Feliz Garza.
[LDV Project Archive] Las Raices en los Ranchitos de San Isidro (English Version)

Manuel F. Medrano, Armando C. Alonzo, Anita Garza, Feliz Garza, Omar Garza, Rodolfo Garza, Jose Moreno, Rigo Garza, Ricardo Camargo, and Diana Rosales

A documentary of San Isidro Ranch property belonging to rancher Rodolfo Garza. Garza, who was born in Hidalgo, talks about his ranching life. Rancher Anita Garza talks about her relationship with her husband in the 1940s. Their son, Omar Garza, shares the importance of coming back to San Isidro after getting a Masters in Education from Texas A & M University. Their family talks about the legacy of Mrs. and Mr. Garza.
[LDV Project Archive] Latinos and Latinas in World War II Forum, Part 1 of 2

Manuel F. Medrano, Maggie Rivas-Rodriguez, Emilio Zamora, Silvia Alvarez Cubelo, Maggie Rivas-Rodriguez, Dionisio Valdez, Violeta Dominguez, and Brian Lucero

National Forum of The Latino and Latina World War II Oral History Project at the Naval Heritage Center. First panel: Dr. Manuel Medrano talks about the José M. López oral history. R. Álvarez Curbelo talks about \The Color of War: Puerto Ricans and discrimination during World War II\. Dr. Emilio Zamora presents on Mexico and the unity in Latin American during the War. Dr. Maggie Rivas Rodriguez talks about \A Cultural Lifeline: Spanish Language Radio Heard by U.S Latinos overseas in WWII\. James Garcia and two actors read a theatrical play script about veteran stories. Second panel: Dr. Rea Ann Trotter talks about \God and War: The impact of Combat Upon Latino Soldiers\. Dr. Violeta Dominguez talks about the labor force crisis in the Bracero program. Dr. Brian Lucero presents on mine workers. Documentary \Wings Over Berlin\ based on William Carrillo's life. Other panelists include Dionisio Valdez.
[LDV Project Archive] Latinos and Latinas in World War II Forum, Part 2 of 2

Manuel F. Medrano, Maggie Rivas-Rodriguez, Emilio Zamora, Alfonso Batres, Ricardo C. Ainslie, Joanna Sanchez, Brenda Sendejo, and Dorelis Perez Soto

National Forum of The Latino and Latina World War II Oral History Project at the Naval Heritage Center. James Garcia and two actors read a theatrical play script about veteran stories. Dr. Rea Ann Trotter talks about \God and War: The impact of Combat Upon Latino Soldiers' Religious Beliefs\. Dr. Alfonso Batres talks about effects of trauma on veterans. Dr. Ricardo Ainslie talks about Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in the veterans' family. Dr. Joanne Sánchez talks about Latinas' role in the war. Second Panel: Graduate Student Brenda Sandejo discusses generational changes among women. Dr. Castillo talks about the struggle against poverty and discrimination in the Latino population. Mexican Americans and Civil Rights. Graduate Student Dorelis Soto Pérez talks about Mexican American and Puerto Rican conditions in the war. Other panelists include Rea Ann Trotter, James Garcia, and Lisa Ramos.
[LDV Project Archive] Lecture and Interview with Juliet V. Garcia

Manuel F. Medrano and Juliet V. Garcia

Dr. Juliet V. García speaks to a classroom about the importance of advocacy, barriers Mexican Americans face in access to education, her family history, her experiences in education, and the influence of her parents on her values. She also answers interview questions about leadership and the importance of social responsibility in higher education. ca. 2001
[LDV Project Archive] Lecture by Carmen Lomas Garza

Manuel F. Medrano and Carmen Lomas Garza

A video of a lecture by Carmen Lomas Garza to the Brownsville community. Dr. Manuel Medrano reads a poem in her honor. Lomas Garza talks about her history as an artist and why she decided to become an artist, then answers questions from the audience.
[LDV Project Archive] Lecture by Juliet García in Manuel Medrano's Class Part 1 of 2

Manuel F. Medrano and Juliet V. Garcia

This footage consists of Dr. Juliet García's lecture in Dr. Manuel Medrano's class. In her lecture, Dr. García discusses how she grew up and how she became president of Texas Southmost College. She speaks about the role of education in her life growing up in south Texas and the importance of higher education for Hispanic students.
[LDV Project Archive] Lecture by Juliet García in Manuel Medrano's Class Part 2 of 2

Manuel F. Medrano and Juliet V. Garcia

This footage consists of Dr. Juliet García's lecture in Dr. Manuel Medrano's class. In her lecture, Dr. García discusses how she obtained her PhD from the University of Texas at Austin and the challenges about being a university president in her hometown.
[LDV Project Archive] Lecture by Maricela Flores in Manuel Medrano's Class

Manuel F. Medrano and Maricela Flores

This raw footage consists of Maricela Flores giving a lecture in Dr. Manuel Medrano's class about public affairs and her experience during her Fullbright fellowship. She also gives career advice and how to move forward.
[LDV Project Archive] Lorenzo Paredes Oral History, Part 1 of 2

Manuel F. Medrano and Lorenzo Paredes

Part 1 of 2 of an oral history with Lorenzo Paredes recalling stories and his relationship with his brother, Dr. Américo Paredes.
[LDV Project Archive] Lorenzo Paredes Oral History, Part 2 of 2

Manuel F. Medrano and Lorenzo Paredes

Part 2 of 2 of an oral history with Lorenzo Paredes recalling stories and his relationship with his brother, Dr. Américo Paredes.
[LDV Project Archive] Los Bomberos de los Fresnos: Los Primeros 50 años

Manuel F. Medrano, Robert Walsdorf, David Meyn, Mike Meyn, Geronimo Sheldon, Richard Meyn, Beverly Meyn, William Davis, Robert Cepeda, and Ricardo Carmargo

An extended version of the video produced to commemorate fifty years of the Los Fresnos Volunteer Fire Department which was founded in 1948. The video includes additional pictures. Chief Robert Walsdorf, who joined the Fire Department in 1954, talks about the first years of the Fire Department. David Meyn, former chief, talks about the phone calls and communication in the early years of the Fire Department. Mike Meyn, a former firefighter, who talks about the involvement of women in the department. Marshal Geronimo Sheldon gives a bilingual workshop on fire prevention to the Alfredo Villarreal Elementary school. Finally, the video includes footage of an open house and a banquet for the celebration at the Fire Department.
[LDV Project Archive] Los Bomberos de los Fresnos: Los Primeros 50 años (extended version)

Manuel F. Medrano, Robert Walsdorf, David Meyn, Mike Meyn, Geronimo Sheldon, Richard Meyn, Beverly Meyn, William Davis, Robert Cepeda, and Ricardo Carmargo

An extended version of the video produced to commemorate fifty years of the Los Fresnos Volunteer Fire Department which was founded in 1948. The video includes additional pictures. Chief Robert Walsdorf, who joined the fire department in 1954, talks about the first years of the fire department. David Meyn, former chief, talks about the phone calls and communication in the early years of the fire department. Mike Meyn, a former firefighter, talks about the involvement of women in the department. Marshal Geronimo Sheldon gives a bilingual workshop on fire prevention to the Alfredo Villarreal Elementary school. Finally, the video includes footage of an open house and a banquet celebration at the fire department. Other interviewees include Richard Meyn, Beverly Meyn, and William Davis.
[LDV Project Archive] Los Camaroneros (Full Copy)

Manuel F. Medrano, Lawrence Pompa, John Bateau, Harris Lasseigne, Ricardo Camargo, Aars Kaan, Buster Harris, Clyde Hebert, Tony Lewis, Joe Teachout, Fred Vidos, and Gordon William

A documentary of the history of the shrimping industry in the bay area of Brownsville, Texas. Harris Lasseigne, a shrimp business owner, talks about the history of shrimping in Brownsville. Lawrence Pompa, a shrimp boat maintainance man, talks about the regular service in a shrimp boat. John Bateau, a shrimp boat capitan, talks about how to navigate a boat at the sea. Other interviewees include Aars Kaan, Buster Harris, Clyde Hebert, Tony Lewis, Joe Teachout, Fred Vidos, and Gordon William.
[LDV Project Archive] Los Camaroneros (Partial Copy)

Manuel F. Medrano, Aars Kaan, Pompa Lawrence, John Bateau, Ricardo Camargo, Buster Harris, Clyde Hebert, Harris Lasseigne, Tony Lewis, Joe Teachout, Fred Vidos, and Gordon William

A partial compilation of interviews with shrimpers who talk about their daily life at the sea. Aars Kaan talks about how his family moved to Brownsville. Lawrence Pompa, a shrimp boat maintainance man, talks about the regular service in a shrimp boat. John Bateau, a shrimp boat capitan, talks about how to navigate a boat in the sea. The video is missing aproximatly the first 10 minutes. Other interviewees include Buster Harris, Clyde Hebert, Harris Lasseigne, Tony Lewis, Joe Teachout, Fred Vidos, and Gordon William.
[LDV Project Archive] Los del Valle Compilation, Clips from Volumes 1-16

Manuel F. Medrano, Antonia Medrano, Americo Paredes, Rolando Hinojosa-Smith, Sabino Salinas, Jesus Castillo, Joe Lopez, Narciso Martinez, Harris Lasseigne, Rufus Stewart, Barbara Warburton, Alma Solis, Anita Garza, Robert Walsdorf, Benito Treviño, Carmen Lomas Garza, Chelo Silva, Jose Medrano Lopez, Jose Angel Gutierrez, Frank Yturria, and Jacinto Tzab

A compilation from volumes one through sixteen of the Los del Valle project. The short documentary describes the history of the Rio Grande Valley region and shows different people talking about life conditions in the early twentieth-century. Interviewees include Antonia Medrano, Américo Paredes, Rolando Hinojosa-Smith, Sabino Salinas, Jesus Castillo, Joe Lopez, Narciso Martínez, Harris Lasseigne, Rufus Stewart, Barbara Warburton, Alma Solis, Anita Garza, Robert Walsdorf, Benito Treviño, Carmen Lomas Garza, Chelo Silva, José M. López, José Angel Gutiérrez, Frank Yturria, and Jacinto Tzab.
[LDV Project Archive] Los del Valle: Dr. Rolando Hinojosa-Smith, copy 1 of 3

Manuel F. Medrano, Rolando Hinojosa-Smith, Ricardo Camargo, Teresa Cadena, Norberto Martinez, and Miguel Gallegos

Documentary about Dr. Rolando Hinojosa-Smith, born in Mercedes, Texas, who talks about his educational career. Dr. Hinojosa-Smith shares that \Estampas Ardiaguenses\ is one of the first things he wrote when he was fifteen years old. Dr. Hinojosa-Smith recites his poem \Es el agua\.
[LDV Project Archive] Los del Valle: Dr. Rolando Hinojosa-Smith, copy 2 of 3

Manuel F. Medrano, Rolando Hinojosa-Smith, Ricardo Camargo, Teresa Cadena, Norberto Martinez, and Miguel Gallegos

Documentary about Dr. Rolando Hinojosa-Smith, born in Mercedes, Texas, who talks about his educational career. Dr. Hinojosa-Smith shares that \Estampas Ardiaguenses\ is one of the first things he wrote when he was fifteen years old. Dr. Hinojosa-Smith recites his poem \Es el agua\.
[LDV Project Archive] Los del Valle: Dr. Rolando Hinojosa-Smith, copy 3 of 3

Manuel F. Medrano, Rolando Hinojosa-Smith, Ricardo Camargo, Teresa Cadena, Norberto Martínez, and Miguel Gallegos

Documentary about Dr. Rolando Hinojosa-Smith, born in Mercedes, Texas, who talks about his educational career. Dr. Hinojosa-Smith shares that \Estampas Ardiaguenses\ is one of the first things he wrote when he was fifteen years old. Dr. Hinojosa-Smith recites his poem \Es el agua\.
[LDV Project Archive] Los del Valle: Joe Lopez

Manuel F. Medrano, Joe Lopez, and Ricardo Camargo

A profile on Joe Lopez, born in Brownsville, Texas, who talks about his early life with his family and the condition of miners in Texas. Joe Lopez and Grupo Mazz were nominated for Best Mexican American performance for their song \Amor con Amor\ at the Grammys in 1991, as well as being nominated for the Tejano Music Awards.
[LDV Project Archive] Los Del Valle presents Joe Lopez of Mazz, Part 1 of 7

Manuel F. Medrano and Joe Lopez

This raw footage is part 1 of 7 of an interview with musican Joe Lopez from Brownsville, Texas. Lopez discusses his childhood, violence against migrant workers, his education, the assassination of John F. Kennedy, racism, his military career, and how he got into music.
[LDV Project Archive] Los Del Valle presents Joe Lopez of Mazz, Part 2 of 7

Manuel F. Medrano and Joe Lopez

This raw footage is part 2 of 7 of an interview with musican Joe Lopez. Lopez discusses his childhood, violence against migrant workers, his education, the assassination of John F. Kennedy, racism, his military career, and how he got into music. This was filmed simultaneously with part one, but the camera is focused on Dr. Manuel Medrano.
[LDV Project Archive] Los Del Valle presents Joe Lopez of Mazz, Part 3 of 7

Manuel F. Medrano and Joe Lopez

This raw footage is part 3 of 7 of an interview with musican Joe Lopez. In this interview, Lopez discusses how he created his musical sound, the formation of his band Mazz, bringing Tejano music to wider audiences, the changing music industry, education, his thoughts on the term \Tejano,\ his touring routine, and is favorite part of performing.
[LDV Project Archive] Los Del Valle presents Joe Lopez of Mazz, Part 4 of 7

Manuel F. Medrano and Joe Lopez

This raw footage is part 4 of 7 of an interview with musican Joe Lopez. In this interview, Lopez discusses how he created his musical sound, the formation of his band Mazz, bringing Tejano music to wider audiences, the changing music industry, education, his thoughts on the term \Tejano,\ his touring routine, and is favorite part of performing. This was filmed simulteanously with part three, but the camera is focused on Dr. Manuel Medrano.
[LDV Project Archive] Los Del Valle presents Joe Lopez of Mazz, Part 5 of 7

Manuel F. Medrano and Joe Lopez

This raw footage is part 5 of 7 of an interview with musican Joe Lopez. In this interview, Lopez discusses other Tejano musicans, such as Lydia Mendoza and Selena Quintanilla Perez, the future of Joe Lopez and Mazz, fame, being a role model, the reception of his music in Mexico, his musical inspirations, and his advice for the Mexican American community.