Mireya Ramos (of Flor de Toloache)

Latin Grammy winning, multiple Latin Grammy nominated and Grammy nominated vocalist,
violinist, Guitarron player, composer, producer, arranger and founder of Flor de Toloache – NY’s
only all women mariachi. She embodies all of her musical influences whether classical,
mariachi, salsa, merengue or hip-hop, always creating a unique and refreshing sound. Her
versatility, natural improvisational skills and beautiful tone has made her one of the top Latin
artists in New York City and has landed her features on legendary albums by Latin Grammy
Winner percussionist Luisito Quintero, Bobbito & Stretch, Len Smythe, Chicano Batman, Adrian
Quesada (Black Pumas) and many more.
In her early years and freelance work in the Big Apple, she became one of the only female
mariachi performers in the city and subsequently, expanding her network by playing with some
of the top DJ’s including DJ Bobbito, Rich Medina, Louie Vega, Carol C, Tony Touch, Afrika
Bambaataa, Crazy Legs plus playing with a variety of salsa and cuban bands around the city
that include Luisito Quintero, Pedrito Martinez, Willie Colón and Carlos Formell. After performing
with Omar Sosa at the Blue Note, she was invited to perform at the Dominican Jazz fest with
Chucho Valdés and Prodigio which sparked her interest in Latin jazz and improvisation.
Mireya has graced the stage with her singing and violin at some of the most exciting venues, TV
shows and top festivals like: Carnegie Hall, Madison Square Garden, Coachella, Bonaroo,
Dominican Jazz Festival, Heineken Jazz Fest (Puerto Rico), Vive Latino, Tropicalia, Colombia al
Parque, Grand Ole Opry, Kennedy Honors, Sundance Film Festival, Jools Holland Show, The
View, Harry Connick Jr., Stephan Colbert and more.
With her ability to play a variety of genres she has been able to collaborate with a variety of
world renowned musicians that include: John Legend, Miguel, H.E.R., Chris Rock, Dan
Auerbach (Black Keys), John Prine, Chrissie Hynde, Lee Fields, Daptone Records, Monlaferte,
Adrian Quesada (Black Pumas), Gaby Moreno, Camilo Lara, Chicano Batman, Sara Bareilles,
Alex Cuba, Chucho Valdez, Eddie Palmieri, Making Movies, Victoria La Mala, Robert Glasper,
Natalia La Fourcade, Thalia, Lila Downs, Cafetacvba, The Beatnuts and more.
As a big advocate of empowering the next generation and promoting the importance of
representation, she has been an integral part of educational projects like México Beyond
Mariachi, Lincoln Center and Mariachi Academy NY. She continues to share her experience and
knowledge through workshops, educational programs and performances. Apart from touring
with her band, she is proudly involved in She is the Music, the Recording Academy as a serving
governor of the NY Chapter, a SAG-Aftra member and promoting her debut solo album self
titled “Mireya” which include collaborations with Flor de Toloache, Gaby Moreno, Haydée
Milanés, Camilo Lara, Adrian Quesada, Velcro and the legendary Mike Garson.