Artist's
Bio
Mahtzo's Lament
Mates for Life
Flutes & Lessons
Wooden Boxes
| Dr. Mario Garza was born in Falfurrias, Texas in 1943 and raised in Laredo. Since he was a child he has had an intense interest in art and music and is now an accomplished artist in sculpture, watercolors, pottery and flute playing. He is also currently exploring woodworking, creating unique boxes with turquois inlacing. |
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After serving two tours in Vietnam, Dr. Garza received his Bachelor's degree at the University of Houston and his Master's in Social Work and Doctorate in Political Science, at Michigan State University. He now lives in San Marcos, Texas and performs flute concerts for various organizations and functions. He also gives individual flute playing lessons.
Dr. Garza is also a published poet who participated in the Flor y Canto performances popular during the 1970s. Dr. Garza is currently writing a play and screenplay based on the Coahuiltecan People's repatriation of their sacred remains. He is a member of the Meakan/Garzas Tribe.Contact:
(512) 393-3310