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The life of Lydia Mendoza, the 1st queen of Tejano music

For Hispanic Heritage Month, as part of our “Hidden Histories” series, we look back on the life of Lydia Mendoza, a Mexican American singer whose music bridged styles and cultures to tell the stories of the working class.

The life of Lydia Mendoza, the 1st queen of Tejano music

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