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Tejano musicians

 Subject
Subject Source: Other

Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:

Bob Prager Selena Photographs

 Collection
Identifier: Coll-165
Abstract

Following the death of Tejano musical entertainer Selena Quintanilla-Perez on March 31, 1995, several local artists commemorated her life and career by painting her likeness in murals on the walls of Corpus Christi businesses. Five of these important expressions of popular art were documented for Special Collections and Archives by Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi photography student Bob Prager in 2001.

Dates: Majority of material found within 1995 - 2001

Dr. Javier Villarreal Collection of Selena Publications

 Collection
Identifier: 309
Abstract

Selena Quintanilla Perez was one of the most influential Tejano singers in history. She was murdered by her embezzling boutique manager in Corpus Christi in 1995. This collection centers around the aftermath.

Dates: 1990's

Freddie Martinez "Freddie Records" Collection

 File — Multiple Containers
Identifier: Coll -266
Abstract

Freddie Martinez founded “Freddie Records” in November 1969. Over the years he won six Grammy Awards. In 2019 he celebrated his record label’s 50th anniversary. His collection contains documents, articles, photos, and his music which tells the story of his career as an artist and the history of Freddie Records and Tejano Music.

Dates: 1969-2020