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Tejano Music Convention 2008: Trying out dance lessons

Hoping to get my Tejano dancing groove on, I waited with several other couples for the Tejano dance lessons to start at the Hyatt Regency this afternoon. After about 15 minutes of standing around, the two dance instructors beckoned us...


Tejano Music Convention 2008: Keeping the clothing traditional

Members of the Tejano music group Carlos y los Cachorros gathered around a waterfall in the lobby of the Hyatt Regency this afternoon wearing black cowboy hats, boots, and green paisley button-down shirts. They stood out among the passerby in...


Tejano Music Convention 2008: Chatting with Joe Posada

I took some time this morning to talk with Tejano saxophonist and vocalist Joe Posada, who was giving a class on the history of the saxophone. Posada sat one-on-one with the few people in attendance and enlightened them with information...


Tejano Music Convention 2008: Connecting with the audience

Tonight's performances are all about connecting with the audience. Most of the performers have bent down to the crowd's level. They've shaken their hands and given them fist pumps. Their body language and their energy seem to say, "This one's...


Tejano Music Convention 2008: Out on the dance floor

The Dallas Convention Center tonight is filled withTejano music fans who are hitting the dance floor in droves. Behind the performers, a screen flashes images that look like a lava lamp illuminating the stage. While some dance, others are gathered...

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