Music

Posole Mio Española Valley Opera Chapter Fundraiser At Moving Arts Española Theater Feb. 15

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COMMUNITY News:

The Española Valley Opera Chapter invites you to join us for our annual winter gathering, POSOLE MIO 1-4 p.m. (MST), Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026, at Moving Arts Española Theater.

This festive event is a fundraiser for EVOC that features homemade posole and desserts and a wine and cider cash bar by Black Mesa Winery. Guests will also be able to enter a fun raffle and bid on silent auction items which will include original art and gift certificates to area restaurants and resorts.

Entertainment will include live mariachi music by Mariachi Divino during the food and drink service between Read More

Turnpike Troubadours To Perform At 2026 State Fair

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NMSF News:

The New Mexico State Fair (NMSF) has announced that Turnpike Troubadours will kick off the 2026 New Mexico State Fair’s rodeo-concert series Friday, Sept. 11. Turnpike Troubadours’ performance will follow PRCA Xtreme Bulls.

Known for chart-topping hits like “Good Lord Lorrie”, “7&7” and “Diamonds and Gasoline”, Turnpike Troubadours have built a devoted following and earned widespread critical acclaim throughout their career.

Coming off the surprise release of their 2025 album The Price of Admission, Turnpike Troubadours have continued to cement their legacy as one Read More

State Fair Announces Ian Munsick To Perform At 2026 Fair

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NMSF News:

ALBUQUERQUE — Rising country star Ian Munsick will bring his high-energy, Western-inspired sound to the 2026 New Mexico State Fair, adding a must-see concert to this year’s fair lineup. Ian Munsick will take the stage following PRCA Xtreme Bulls Saturday, Sept. 12.

Known for blending modern country with the spirit of the American West, Munsick has quickly made a name for himself with fan-favorite hits, powerful live performances and a style that honors his Wyoming roots. His appearance at the New Mexico State Fair promises an unforgettable night of music for country fans of all ages. Read More

Community Orchestra Presents ‘Romantic Currents’ Feb. 22

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Romantic currents. Courtesy/SFCO

SFCO News:

The Santa Fe Community Orchestra will perform a free concert at 1:30 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 22, at the Scottish Rite Temple in Santa Fe. The orchestra will be led by conductor Chase Morrison in a program of Sibelius, Mozart, and Brahms.

Concert Program

Romantic Currents

Join us for an afternoon of contrast and beauty, as Sibelius’s intimate Suite Mignonne, Mozart’s darkly expressive piano concerto, and Brahms’s radiant serenade reveal the emotional depth, pastoral charm, and lyrical warmth of three great masters—each heard at a distinct and captivating Read More

Posts From The Road: Downtown Denver

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Morning View in Downtown Denver: A view of the morning light on a cold Sunday morning below beautiful blue skies. Downtown was bustling with football fans from Denver as well as many New England fans. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

Simon & Garfunkel Music: The Simon & Garfunkel Story included two hours of the duo’s famous hits, along with projected images and a story narrative by the singers. In addition to music and visual production, the singers told the story of the origins and rise to fame of Simon & Garfunkel between each song. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

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Applications Now Open For 2026-27 Young Voices Season

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Scene from the Young Voices of the Santa Fe Opera training program. Courtesy/SFO

SFO News:

Registration is open for the Young Voices of the Santa Fe Opera, which was created in January of 2008 to encourage, nurture and guide high school students exhibiting talent, desire and potential for singing classical music.

Program participants receive voice lessons and musical coaching by the Santa Fe Opera’s music staff as well as training in diction, music theory and basic acting. Students also participate in master classes with visiting guest artists, attend cultural events and have multiple opportunities Read More

LAAC Daytime Performance Series To Feature Jubal Feb. 11

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LAAC News:
The community is invited to join the Los Alamos Arts Council for its Daytime Performance Series featuring original music by Los Alamos folk artist Jubal.
The free concert is noon-1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11 in Fuller Lodge. 
Jubal is described as “a western film, a stranger in a strange land, a Jack Russell terrier, and a book of songs. Taylor Kress is the writer and singer for Jubal, but the act has taken many different versions over the years. Hailing from East Tennessee, their music has its roots in the folk songs and sounds of Appalachia.”
Learn more at www.jubaltune.com.
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Ringside Seat: Peanuts And Politics; Plus, Do We Need A Lieutenant Governor?

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By MILAN SIMONICH
The Santa Fe New Mexican

There really was a peanut gallery on opening day of the New Mexico Legislature. It was the place to be.

While too many lawmakers made ho-hum announcements and introduced an elephantine list of guests, students from Eastern New Mexico University staffed a booth with complimentary packages of Hampton Farms peanuts. They are a staple of the Portales area’s economy and the best-known peanuts in politics since Jimmy Carter ran for president.

Forty feet from the booth, Eastern’s excellent Greyhound Sound Marching Band took over the Capitol Rotunda. Read More

Lads And Lasses Of Enchantment Gear Up For 2026—Requests Being Taken For Valentine’s Day

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Lisa Rothrock was awarded a Barbershopper of the Year Award and Maurice Sheppard recveives the Harmony Award Thursday night. Courtesy photo

By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN
Lads and Lasses of Enchantment

Last week, the Lasses and Lads of Enchantment (LALOE) held a celebration with members, after returning from a few weeks off as 2025 came to an end. The evening included a potluck dinner with family and friends, awards for efforts during 2025, and the installation of board members for 2026.

The Board Members are John Baillie, Chuck Tallman, Joe D’Anna, Gwen Lewis, Louise Mendius, Matt Michnovicz, Ron Read More