Vivo: A Chicano Performance | Bitwise Industries Event

VIVO is a jolt to the senses. Handcrafted by violinist Patrick Contreras, choreographer Jasmín la Carís, and guitarist Omar Naré, VIVO exists at the intersection of modern and traditional. Mixing performance art, mariachi, modern violin, rock, and acoustic, the trio tells a familiar story in a truly soul-shaking way, evocative of the Mexican-American identity and the Central Valley’s unmatched culture.

Each of the performers come from a different background but share a similar history. A Fresno native, Contreras learned to play violin in school and has used his music to pave an unparalleled path, crafting a blend of hip-hop, mariachi, rock, jazz, electronic, and classical. A Valley favorite in his own right, Contreras has wowed audiences with his original music and stellar interpretations of rock royalty.

As a choreographer and artistic director, Jasmín la Carís has become a guiding force in the Fresno dance community. Her impactful visual performances include Literary Movements, the first full-scale theatrical production in the historic ballroom at The Grand, and Pas de Peinture, a sold-out work exploring the symbiotic relationship of color and dance.

Naré’s unique take on the mariachi genre mixes his upbringing in Sanger with a pop sensibility, inspired by the likes of Sade and Sting. He began singing professionally at the age of 12. By 15, his debut album had sold 5,000 copies. In the years since, he’s worked with Grammy Award-winning producers, helped develop Kompaz, a 25-person flamenco pop production, and created Dos Mundos, a show 15 years in the making, exploring his redefinition of the mariachi style.

VIVO will perform at Bitwise South Stadium on Saturday, November 11 at 7:30pm. Join us at 6:30pm as Bitwise fav Café Val will also be on hand with delicious specials to celebrate the evening. I Do Cocktails will also be serving up specialty cocktails, tailor-made for the evening, including a signature chili drink. From start to finish, the event will be a sensory experience, unlike anything you’ve encountered before.

Tickets also available for purchase at Bitwise Industries M-F 8am to 5pm.