May 26 – June 28, 2025
Concert News keeps you updated on the upcoming classical music performances in Santa Fe, Albuquerque, Los Alamos, Taos, and more! Hear Concert News each and every weekday at 8am on air! Submit your event information here.
Santa Fe Concert Band Presents:
Memorial Day Concert
The concert will observe the holiday with music to honor those who bravely served our country with such patriotic classics as John Williams’ Hymn to the Fallen, Irving Berlin’s God Bless America, Recitation of Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address, Armed Forces Salute… and more!
On Monday, May 26th, 4pm at Federal Park, 100 S Federal Pl in Santa Fe. There is no charge for this event though donations are gratefully accepted. Information at santafeconcertband.org.
New Mexico Chamber Music Festival Presents:
Faculty Concert
Laurie Carney, violin
Daniel Avshalomov, viola
Pamela Viktoria Pyle, piano
Music by W.A. Mozart, Ernest Chausson, Johannes Brahms, Lili Boulanger, and Max Bruch.
On Tuesday, May 27th, 12pm in Keller Hall. There is no charge for this event.
Young Artists’ Concerts
Featuring chamber music of Fauré, Dvorak, Brahms, and more!
On Wednesday, May 28th, 12pm at the UNM Hospital Pavilion. On Saturday, May 31st and Sunday, June 1st, 2pm in Keller Hall at the University of New Mexico. There is no charge for these events. Information at nmchambermusicfestival.org.
First Presbyterian Church of Santa Fe Presents:
TGIF Concert Series
Folias Duo:
Carmen Maret. flute
Andrew Bergeron, guitar
Known for their original compositions and a seamless fusion of classical, jazz, world music, and improvisation.
On Friday, May 30th, 5:30pm at First Presbyterian Church, 208 Grant Ave in Santa Fe. Doors to the sanctuary open at 5:15pm. There is no charge for this event though donations are accepted. information at fpcsantafe.org.
Chatter Presents:
Chatter North & Chatter Sunday
David Felberg, Elizabeth Young, & Margot Schwartz, violins
Allie Norris, viola
Felix Fan, cello
Luke Gullickson, harpsichord
Alan Berecka, spoken word
Featured works:
Eugène Ysaÿe, Poco Lento Maestoso-Allegro from Sonata for Two Violins
Johann Pachelbel, Canon and Gigue for Three Violins
Antonio Vivaldi, Concerto for Three Violins in F major, RV 551
Philip Glass, Echorus
Tarquinio Merula, Ciaconna for Two Violins and Continuo
On Saturday, May 31st, 10:30am at the Center for Contemporary Arts, 1050 Old Pecos Trail in Santa Fe. And Sunday, June 1st, 10:30am at 912 3rd St NW in Albuquerque. The Sunday performance is pay what you wish and is sponsored by the City of Albuquerque. Information and tickets at chatterabq.org.
The Lensic Performing Arts Center and the Santa Fe Opera Presents:
Metropolitan Opera’s Il Barbiere di Siviglia (The Barber of Seville) Live in HD
The Metropolitan Opera’s 2024–25 Live in HD season comes to a close with a live transmission of Rossini’s effervescent comedy.
On Saturday, May 31st, 11am at the Lensic Performing Arts Center, 211 W San Francisco in Santa Fe. Information and tickets at lensic.org.
Bishop’s Lodge Presents:
Gustavo Pimentel
A master of the guitar, Gustavo plays what he calls New Mexican Spanish Art Music, which includes jazz, flamenco, pop, Spanish and classical.
On Saturdays, May 31st, June 7th, 21st, & 28th, 5-8pm at Bishop’s Lodge Skyfire Restaurant & Lounge, 1297 Bishop’s Lodge Rd in Santa Fe. Information at gustavopimentel.net.
Santa Fe Symphony Presents:
Annual Gala: Angels & Demons
This elegant evening begins with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres during a live auction preview, with all proceeds benefiting the ongoing operations of your Santa Fe Symphony Orchestra & Chorus. Experience a night with fine wines, a multi-course gourmet dinner, and live entertainment.
On Saturday, May 31st, 6pm at the Four Seasons Rancho Encantado, 198 NM-592 in Santa Fe. Information at santafesymphony.org.
New Mexico Philharmonic Presents:
Mahler’s Magnum Opus
Roberto Minczuk, music director
Lillia Istratti, mezzo-soprano
Matthew Greer, Quintessence director
Sharee Garity, choral director
The Youth Choral Coalition of Albuquerque
Quintessence- a Community of Singers
Witness 200 people on one stage in a performance of the Symphony No. 3 in d minor by Gustav Mahler. Consisting of six movements, it is Mahler’s longest composition and is the longest symphony in the standard repertoire.
On Saturday, May 31st, 6pm in Popejoy Hall on the campus of the University of New Mexico. There will be a pre-concert talk at 5pm led by KHFM’s Brent Stevens. Tickets and information at nmphil.org.
Albuquerque Chamber Soloists Presents:
David Felberg, Elizabeth Young, & Megan Holland, violins
Margot Schwartz & Laura Steiner, violin/viola
Kimberly Fredenburgh, viola
Amy Huzjak & James Holland, cellos
Featured works:
Javier Alvarez, Metro Chabacano
Henri Dutilleux, Ainsi la Nuit (Thus the Night)
Felix Mendelssohn, Octet for Strings, Op. 20
On Sunday, June 1st, 2pm at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 1100 Indian School Rd NE in Albuquerque. Tickets and information at abqcs.com.