Gabe brings his unique stylings of JazzMenco to the airwaves as he joins
bear Medicinewalker for an hour of music and laughter.
A member of the Yaqui people of southern Arizona, Gabriel
Ayala(Guitarist) is at the forefront of a new generation of Native
Americans making a career performing classical music.
Gabriel has released three self-distributed albums: “Self Titled” in 2003,
“I’ll Be Home for Christmas” in 2007 and “Tango!” in 2008. He has also
been a featured artist on several other CD releases. Gabriel has been
breaking stereotypes amongst Native and Non-Native people by performing
classical, jazz, flamenco, and new compositions of his own which he
highlighted on his 2010 release of “Remembrance”. Also recorded in 2010
is the CD entitled “Passion, Fire & Grace” which showcases the genre
“JazzMenco” created by Gabriel. He is an award winning artist in
several music award shows including the Native American Music Awards
“Best Instrumental CD (2009)”, “Best World Music (2010)”, and “Artist of
the Year (2011)” and the Canadian Aboriginal Music Awards “Best
International Album (2010 and 2011)”. Gabriel also received the 2011
Tanner Award from the University of Arizona’s American Indian Alumni for
his significant success in his professional career. His contribution
and leadership provide a benefit to American Indian communities. Gabriel
received many accolades in his career among them is the honor of
sharing the stage with Motown living legends The Four Tops, The
Temptations, Richie Havens,
Dr. John and many others.
As Ayala continues to travel throughout the United States and other
countries he serves as an advocate for education for all youth while
instilling his values of living a traditional lifestyle while abstaining
from Alcohol, Drug and Tobacco. Gabriel believes in leading our
children in the right direction through his philosophy, “Love your
children, Honor your elders, and Respect your women”. Gabriel wants to
share the gift of music with as many people and show children that they
can become whatever they dream. Gabriel currently resides in Tucson,
Arizona.
Always expect the unexpected with Gabriel ... he sets the standard of the bar extremely high for himself and excels with his Humanness...
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