Music

Española Valley Chamber’s Fall Festival At Northern Oct. 26

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EVCC News:

Espanola Valley Chamber of Commerce (EVCC) will host its second annual Fall Festival on Saturday,  Oct. 26 at Northern New Mexico College. More than 1,000 people attended last year’s fiesta and the Chamber is hoping for even more people this year.

Daytime activities include:

  • Costume contests;
  • Pet costume contests;
  • Free pumpkin painting;
  • Vendors;
  • DJ;
  • Community partners;
  • Activity booths;
  • Games;
  • Raffles; and
  • More.

The Trunk or Treat event is going to be epic along with lots of surprises this year. Vendors are still needed. Sign up for the Trunk Or Treat event by calling or texting Read More

Santa Fe Pro Musica And New Mexico Museum Of Art Present Halloween Organ Concert At St. Francis Auditorium Oct. 30

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Pro Musica virtuoso David Solem creates improvised accompaniment on the St. Francis Auditorium Frederick R. Haas pipe organ at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 30. CourtesySFPM

SFPM News:

SANTA FE — This October, Pro Musica and the New Mexico Museum of Art collaborate to bring Santa Fe the ultimate Halloween experience. For the 1922 silent film, at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 30, Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror, Pro Musica virtuoso David Solem creates improvised accompaniment on the St. Francis Auditorium Frederick R. Haas pipe organ.

Nosferatu is a German adaptation of Bram Stoker’s novel Dracula and is Read More

Los Alamos Choral Society Invites All Singers To Join Them

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The Los Alamos Choral Society begins its 2024 Fall season Tuesday, Sept. 24. Courtesy/LACS

Los Alamos Choral Society News:

The Los Alamos Choral Society invites all interested singers to join them for their 2024-25 season. The Los Alamos Choral Society is a volunteer choral group that has been singing in Los Alamos since November 1943.

They encourage anyone, regardless of age or musical background, who enjoys singing and seriously wants to participate in the production of choral music, to join the choral society.

Join in the challenge and thrill of performing the great works of classical and Read More

NMMC Launches ‘Music In The Community’ Grant Program

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NMMC News: 

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Music Commission (NMMC) has launched its first grant program to support music performance and activities in communities across the state.

The “Music in the Community” grants program aims to enrich rural, tribal, veteran, disability and other underserved communities through funding that supports new or existing music engagement, music education, music appreciation or music performance programs or activities in New Mexico.

Ten $2,500 grants will be awarded to individuals or organizations bringing music and music programming into their communities. Read More

Topper Marching Band Performs At Friday’s Football Game

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The Los Alamos High School Hilltopper Marching Band plays pep music to add to the evening’s experience at Friday’s football game at Sullivan Field. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

The 130-member Topper Marching Band presents a stunning performance at the football game Friday night playing the music of Ludwig Van Beethoven under the direction of Steven Iliff. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More

State Fair Adds Floor Tickets For Sold Out Turner Concert

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STATE FAIR News:

With Josh Turner’s show sold out, state fair officials announced today that they’re releasing additional tickets for the Josh Turner concert. By opening floor space for the Sept. 14 concert, hundreds more fairgoers can experience an incredible performance by the country music superstar.

“Considering Josh Turner’s show has essentially sold out, we didn’t want anyone to miss out on what promises to be an outstanding show,” General Manager Dan Mourning said. “Because of that, we have decided to open floor seats for an unforgettable night at the New Mexico State Fair!”

Due to Read More

Northern New Mexico College Hosts Community Fiesta To Celebrate Hispanic Heritage ‘Shaping The Future Together’

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NNMC News:

ESPAÑOLA — Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) has announced a vibrant Community Fiesta Celebration of Hispanic culture during the first week of Hispanic Heritage Month 2024.

Sept. 16-19, the campus will host a series of events honoring the rich traditions, history and contributions of the Hispanic community in Northern New Mexico. A week of campus festivities that showcase the region’s unique Hispanic heritage will culminate in a Community Fiesta 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, Sept.  19.

All community members are invited to join in the Fiesta’s celebratory festivities as Northern Read More

Los Alamos Composer And Musical Director Ted Vives Earns Honorable Mention In Composition From American Prize

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Ted Vives

COMMUNITY News:

The American Prize has announced the 2024 winners in music composition competition for opera/theater/film/dance (professional division).

Local composer and musical director of the award-winning Los Alamos Community Winds Ted Vives received an Honorable Mention award for his musical “Scientific Method”. The musical tells the story of Claire Jennings, a physics professor who has built a device to measure quantum anomalies (link).

Unexpectedly, the device begins to function on its own, sending her back in time where she observes the similar struggles of scientists Read More

New Mexico State Fair Announces Opening Day Discounts

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STATE News:

The New Mexico State Fair is thrilled to announce exciting discounts for opening day, Sept. 5, welcoming fairgoers with unbeatable deals on admission, rides and food.

These discounts are cash only and are only available for purchase at the gate.

Opening Day Specials:

  • $2 Admission: Kick off the fair with a bang! Admission to the fair is just $2, making it more accessible than ever for families and friends to enjoy a day of fun.
  • $2 Rides: Thrill-seekers, rejoice! All rides across the midway will be just $2 each, giving everyone a chance to experience the excitement without breaking
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