Presenting Julieta Venegas February 12, 2009

Experience an intimate evening of conversation and music with Julieta Venegas.

Julieta Venegas is a Mexican singer, instrumentalist and songwriter who performs an eclectic blend of Spanish-language rock and pop. She started playing music at the age of eight, when her parents first had her take piano lessons. Music grew to be her passion, eventually leading her to become a vocal artist and songwriter. Before embarking on her solo career, Venegas collaborated with bands in Tijuana and Mexico City. Her first album, Aqui, emerged in 1998 as a collaboration with Gustavo Santaolalla.

Since her debut, Venegas has released the albums Bueninvento and Limon y Sal. She has also garnered several awards, including two Latin Grammy Awards and a Grammy for Best Latin Pop Album.

Official Website: http://web-app.usc.edu/ws/eo2/calendar/32/event/866839