You would be hard-pressed to find another music group that so elegantly expands the styles of traditional Mexican folk the way Grupo Bella does. With an ever-evolving sound, the quintet brings their own interpretations of Mexican Folk with a depth supported by adept musicianship and sheer passion. Their instrumentation is familiarly Mariachi, which is thrown for a loop with an enticing fusion of Mexican Pop, Boleros, Huasteco, and even an American Classic influence.

Formed in 2011, Grupo Bella is fronted by Grammy award-winning vocalist and Grammy-nominated composer Vanessa Ramirez. As founder of the group, Vanessa serves as lead vocalist, jarana/guitarist, and musical director. Her original compositions distinctly reflect her Mexican heritage and tell the stories of a young woman living in a modern and diverse Los Angeles. As an independent ethnomusicologist, Vanessa frequently travels throughout Mexico with Grupo Bella harpist and vocalist Michael Tejada, researching folk music and uncovering new influences for original compositions. The life of these compositions is supported by the likes of Diana McConnell (guitarron), and Maria Reyes (vocals/violin/melodica).

Grupo Bella is currently working on their second album, consisting of all original songs composed by Vanessa Ramirez.