Music

Santa Fe Desert Chorale To Give Headliner Performance At National Choral Convention March 22

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SFDC News:

SANTA FE — The American Choral Directors Association (ACDA) has invited Santa Fe Desert Chorale to give the closing performance at the 2025 National Conference at 8 p.m. CDT, Saturday, March 22, 2025, at the Meyerson Symphony Center in Dallas, TX.

The Desert Chorale is honored to have been selected to participate in the 62nd National Conference, which takes place March 18-22, 2025. During “Finale to the Future,” the grand finale concert of the conference, the Chorale will perform an abbreviated version of their 2023 program The American Immigrant Experience, which was well received Read More

Scenes From Martin Luther King Jr Day Celebration In New Mexico State Capitol Rotunda

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From left, Ceci Tadfor, Linda Jones and Tauz Tamupovi sing ‘Lift Every Voice and Sing’ led by Malcom Morgan-Petty at the Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration at the New Mexico State Capitol Rotunda on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025. Photo by Gabriela Campos/The Santa Fe New Mexican
Keynote speaker Sandra Session-Robertson, vice president of development and donor relations at Santa Fe Community Foundation, looks up toward the glass ceiling of the Capitol Rotunda before speaking at the Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration Monday, Jan. 20, 2025. Photo by Gabriela Campos/The Santa Fe New Mexican
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Apollo’s Fire Baroque Orchestra To Perform In Los Alamos

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Apollo’s Fire Baroque Orchestra to perform Feb. 16 in the Duane Smith Auditorium. Courtesy/nfehrman@apollosfire.org

Los Alamos Concert Association News:

Last year, Apollo’s Fire Baroque Orchestra introduced a new program packed with exciting gems of the
baroque repertoire. The program, “A Return to Bach’s Coffeehouse,” was inspired by a famous
coffeehouse in 18th-century Leipzig, the scene of lively orchestra concerts led by J.S. Bach.

Concertmaster and Assistant Artistic Director Alan Choo, whose performances have been described by
The Straits Times Singapore as “an intoxicating Read More

National Theater Live Presents ‘Hamlet’ At SALA Jan. 23

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Actor Benedict Cumberbatch performs in ‘Hamlet’ showing Jan. 23 at SALA Event Center. Courtesy image

LAAC News:

Los Alamos Arts Council (LAAC) has announced a special opportunity with SALA Event Center showing National Theater Live, now a LAAC sponsored event. The first of these showings is “Hamlet” 7 p.m. Jan. 23 and featuring Benedict Cumberbatch, directed by Lyndsey Turner.

SALA and LAAC will bring these world-class London theater productions to Los Alamos, enriching the community with exceptional cultural experiences.

About the National Theater: “We film unmissable theatre live Read More

Rhythm Of Fire 2025: 18 Years Of Irish Dance Feb. 21-22

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BID News:

SANTA FE — Get ready to step into a world of joy, energy, and creativity as Belisama Irish Dance presents Rhythm of Fire 2025, Northern New Mexico’s premier Irish dance show.

Now in its 18th consecutive year, this dynamic event takes place Feb. 21-22 at the historic St. Francis Auditorium inside the New Mexico Museum of Art in Santa Fe.

This all-ages show features more than 50 talented dancers, live music by renowned musicians from Los Alamos, and innovative choreography blending traditional Irish dance with modern flair.

Perfectly timed as an early celebration of St. Patrick’s Day, Read More

Experience Music, Mountains, And Magic At The Red River Songwriters’ Festival Jan. 30 – Feb. 1

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RED RIVER News:

The Red River Songwriters’ Festival is back again this year, offering an unforgettable blend of music, camaraderie, and mountain charm from Jan. 30 to Feb. 1, 2025, in the picturesque town of Red River, New Mexico.

Founded in 2012 by renowned songwriters Drew Kennedy, Josh Grider, Walt Wilkins, Susan Gibson, Brandy Zdan, and Kelley Mickwee, this annual festival has become a haven for music lovers seeking an intimate, one-of-a-kind experience.

Whether you’re a music enthusiast, a fan of songwriting, or someone looking to enjoy the serene beauty of the northern New Mexico Read More

Los Alamos High School Choir Winter Gala Jan. 22

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LAHS News:

The Choir Winter Gala, an evening of entertainment featuring the Los Alamos Choirs with special guests Xavier Moore and Coro de Cámara, will take place Wednesday, Jan. 22, at the Duane Smith Auditorium in Los Alamos. Doors open at 6 p.m. Entertainment starts at 7 p.m. The evening also includes a Silent Auction, hors d’oeuvres and desserts.

Jason Rutledge, director of the Los Alamos High School Choirs, who will be traveling with the group to New York City, is excited for the experience the students will have – not only in rehearsals and performance of this classical choral Read More

Santa Fe Pro Musica And New Mexico Museum Of Art Present Organ Recital Series March 19 & April 16 & May 21

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Santa Fe Pro Musica News:

SANTA FE — This spring, Santa Fe Pro Musica and New Mexico Museum of Art collaborate in presenting their second annual Organ Recital Series, featuring the museum’s Frederick R. Haas pipe organ.

This free chamber music series presents outstanding local musicians including organist David Solem, violinist David Felberg and flutist Jesse Tatum March 19, April 16 and May 21 at St. Francis Auditorium in the New Mexico Museum of Art.

About the Artists

David Solem, organ, has bachelor’s and master’s degrees in music from the Peabody Conservatory (Baltimore) where he studied Read More

Arts Council Presents Luca Ciarla In Concert Feb. 7

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Luca Ciarla. Courtesy photo

LAAC News:

Enjoy an amazing night of music featuring the incredible Italian violinist, Luca Ciarla! Join us for a night you won’t forget from 6-8 p.m., Friday, Feb. 7 at the historic Fuller Lodge, where the music will harmonize perfectly with the ambiance of this stunning space.

Grab your tickets here or just pick them up at the Fuller Lodge Art Center Gallery!

About Luca Ciarla

Luca Ciarla is known all over the world for his fresh take on violin playing, mixing classical, jazz, and folk styles in a fun and unforgettable way. His creative twist on traditional tunes and Read More