Mingus Festival

During the February break, a Rio group was in New York City to participate in the Charles Mingus Festival, put on annually at The New School by the Let My Children Hear Music Foundation to promote and honor the music of one of America’s greatest Jazz musicians and composers. Many of the greatest young musicians … Read more

Survey & Calendar 2025

In an attempt to continue improving our events, we would appreciate it if all Rio Music families could take a few minutes to complete this short survey as well. Check the Performance Calendar tab above to find out when you can see one of the amazing bands perform again! Or click the link to see some … Read more

Dinner Dance 2025

A great time was had by all at the 2025 Dinner Dance. Truly a showcase of the excellence Rio Music is known for!  Please read this heartfelt thank you from the Dinner Dance team.  Dear amazing guests of Arden & Rio Dinner Dance, Thank you for joining us at the Elks Lodge on March 1st.  … Read more

Rio Jazz Band #1 in the Nation Again!

Rio Jazz Band #1 in the Nation Again! For the 8th year in a row and the 13th time since 2009, the Rio Americano AM Jazz Ensemble and its members have been recognized among the top high school groups and performers in the USA by Downbeat Magazine, the print authority on Jazz since 1939. Here’s … Read more

Welcome Victor San Pedro

 
Victor San Pedro is a Canadian-born, Sacramento-raised musician and educator with a wide range of experiences in the music industry including international and national touring, recording, videography, producing, songwriting, performing, and teaching. Some of his recording and performing credits include Benny Golson, John Legend, Jhene Aiko, Tia Carrere, Katisse Buckingham, Tierney Sutton, and Julian Le. He holds a Master’s of Music Education from the University of Florida, a Bachelor’s of Arts in Jazz Performance from CSU Northridge, and is a proud alumni of Rio Band. Since moving back to Sacramento in 2021, he has fully invested himself in music education and is committed to upholding the excellence of Rio Band.