From Our Family to Yours — The Sound of the Torres.
A family ensemble blending music, culture, and education.

About Mario Torres

Mario Torres is the founder and director of Mariachi Torres, a family-based ensemble and educational initiative rooted in culture, innovation, and community. He is a licensed music educator in the State of Nevada, holding an Ethnic Music Teaching License, and brings extensive experience integrating cultural arts with education and community engagement.

Before dedicating his career to education, Mario built a professional background in finance, mortgage lending, loss mitigation, and risk management, developing strong leadership, compliance, and organizational skills. His career later expanded into mental health services as an IPS (Individual Placement and Support) practitioner, where he supported individuals in achieving meaningful employment and long-term success.

Mario holds an undergraduate degree in Criminal Justice, a foundation that informs his work in student advocacy, restorative practices, and community-centered education. His leadership experience includes service on a Superintendent’s Teacher Advisory Council, participation on a STEM Academy Leadership Committee, and active involvement in family and community partnerships.

His work has been recognized by the City of North Las Vegas, where he received the Orgullo Hispano Award, and by a public school district as Teacher of the Year, reflecting a deep commitment to cultural preservation, educational excellence, and community engagement.

Through Mariachi Torres, Mario unites his passions for leadership, education, mental health, and music—empowering students and families while keeping mariachi traditions alive, one note at a time.