STAFF & TEACHING ARTISTS

Mayela Carrasco, Artistic Director, e: mayela[@]locoblocosf.org
Cesar Cruz, Managing Director, e: cesar[@]locoblocosf.org
Jose Carrasco, Administrator Specialist, e: jose[@]locoblocosf.org
Will Martins, Percussion Instructor
Carmen Carrasco, Dance Instructor
Chris Aschman, Steel Pan Instructor
Tiombe Wiley, Dance Instructor / Principal Dancer

JOSE CARRASCO is a co-founder and original Executive Director of Loco Bloco. He has devoted over 30 years to serving Brown and Black youth and their families through cultural arts and wellness programs. Before returning to lead Loco Bloco in 2020, Jose also served in leadership positions at community serving organizations around the Bay -  Good Samaritan Family Resource Center, Be the Change Consulting, Central American Resource Center and Youth in Arts. 

CESAR CRUZ is the son of Mexican immigrant parents, Cesar was born and raised in San Francisco and after receiving a B.A. at SFSU, joined the Loco Bloco staff as a part time volunteer coordinator and administrative staff. Cesar also works full time as a Leadership Specialist at Willie Brown Middle School. 

WILL MARTINS is a highly accomplished international percussionist and drummer, performing with renowned
artists around the world. Dedicated to building the musical community, Will has contributed to the musical education of both children and adults in the form of leading percussion classes, workshops, and private lessons. With his formal education and technical training in various musical styles, Will has the ability to collaborate with many different acts and artists, contributing not just live musical talent but his skill to record and produce tracks for publication.

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