May 5 – 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.
UNM Music Department Presents:
Graduate Violin Recital
Nia Batiashvili, violin
On Monday, May 5th, 4pm in Keller Hall at the University of New Mexico. There is no charge for this event.
Senior Voice Recital
Alexandra King with Kelia Ingraham on piano.
On Monday, May 5th, 6pm in Keller Hall at the University of New Mexico. There is no charge for this event and a livestream available on the UNM Music YouTube channel.
UNM Symphonic Band
Chad Simons, conductor
On Monday, May 5th, 7:30pm in Popejoy Hall. Tickets and information at unmtickets.com.
Clarinet Marathon
Featuring the students of Dr. Jeffrey Brooks.
On Tuesday, May 6th, 6pm in Keller Hall at the University of New Mexico. There is no charge for this event.
Violin Making Class Recital
The students from Klarissa Petti’s Violin Making Class will present a recital of music performed on the instruments they have made.
On Wednesday, May 7th, 5:45pm in Keller Hall at the University of New Mexico. There is no charge for this event.
Junior Euphonium Recital
JC Bull
On Wednesday, May 7th, 8:30pm in Keller Hall at the University of New Mexico. There is no charge for this event and livestream available at the UNM Music YouTube channel.
Music Education Informance
UNM’s Music Education students lead each other in performances of their favorite music.
On Thursday, May 8th, 2pm in Keller Hall. There is no charge for this event and livestream available at the UNM Music YouTube channel.
Junior Voice Recital
Aiden Gilbert, baritone
Colleen Sheinberg, piano
On Thursday, May 8th, 6pm in Keller Hall. There is no charge for this event.
UNM Symphony Orchestra: Symphonic Bridges: Classic Elegance, Modern Energy
Dr. Sebastian Serrano-Ayala, music director
Michael Sanderling, guest conductor
Cármelo de los Santos, violin
Christoph Wagner, cello
Falko Steinbach, piano
Featured works:
Wagner, prelude to Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg
Beethoven, Triple Concerto
Gershwin, An American in Paris
This concert will also recognize and honor the recipients of the 2025 College of Fine Arts Distinguished Alumni Awards.
On Thursday, May 8th, 7:30pm in Popejoy Hall. Tickets and information at unmtickets.com.
Flute Studio Recital
Featuring the students of Professor Valerie Potter.
On Friday, May 9th, 12pm in Keller Hall. There is no charge for this event. Livestream available at the UNM Music YouTube channel. Information at music.unm.edu.
Abe Franck Quartet
Coached by Dr. Christoph Wagner
On Friday, May 9th, 7:30pm in the concert hall at Robertson & Sons Violin shop, 3201 Carlisle Blvd NE in Albuquerque. There is no charge for this event.
New Music New Mexico
Presenting music by 20th and 21st century composers.
On Friday, May 9th, 7:30pm in Keller Hall on the campus of the University of New Mexico. There is no charge for this event. Livestream available at the UNM Music YouTube channel. Information at music.unm.edu.
First Presbyterian Church of Santa Fe Presents:
TGIF Concert Series
Sin Nombre Brass Quintet
Featuring an eclectic mix of nine different musical works.
On Friday, May 9th, 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.
The Santa Fe Opera Presents:
Opera Basics
Conductor and educator Oliver Prezant leads a series of fun and informative talks on opera. Each talk will introduce you to opera basics while previewing one of the five operas of the Santa Fe Opera’s 2025 season. This is the third talk and it is on Verdi’s Rigoletto.
On Friday, May 9th, 5:30pm at Collected Works Bookstore, 202 Galisteo St in Santa Fe. Also on Saturday, May 10th, 2pm at Las Placitas Presbyterian Church, 7 Paseo de Antonio Rd in Placitas. There is no charge and no reservations are necessary. Seating is first come, first served. Information at santafeopera.org, search “opera basics”.
New Mexico Performing Arts Society Presents:
Chamber Series III: Music for Soprano, Clarinet, Violin, Viola and Piano
Jennifer Perez, soprano
Daniel Schwab, clarinet
Haewon Yang, piano
Oksana Filatova, viola
Featured works:
Mozart, Trio in E flat major (“Kegelstatt”), K 498
Gounod, Ave Maria CG 89
Bruch, 8 pieces for clarinet, piano, viola, op. 83
Brahms, Two Songs for Voice, Viola and Piano, Op. 91
G.F. Fuchs, Duo for Clarinet and Violin, op. 14
Schubert, Der Hirt auf dem Felsen, D. 965
Holst, 4 songs for voice and violin, op. 35
On Friday, May 9th, 7pm at Unitarian Universalist Church, 107 Barcelona Rd in Santa Fe. This performance is a rescheduled show from April 5th that was cancelled due to inclement weather. Information at nmpas.org.
Gonzo Opera Presents:
Down on the Pharma: the Medicine Show
Daniel Steven Crafts, composer
Rick Huff, librettist
Experience genuine opera but with outlandish characters and stories one would never expect to find in traditional opera!
On Friday, May 9th, 7pm and Saturday, May 10th, 2pm & 7pm at Fusion, 708 1st St in Albuquerque. Tickets and information at fusionnm.org.
Santa Fe Symphony Presents:
Youth Spring Showcase
On Saturday, May 10th, 10am, 1pm, 4pm, & 7pm at the Lensic Performing Arts Center, 211 W San Francisco in Santa Fe. More details as to which youth ensembles will perform and at what time at lensic.org. Tickets can also be purchased at lensic.org.
Chatter Presents:
Chatter North & Chatter Sunday: Widmann Duos
David Felberg, violin
Felix Fan, cello
Margaret Randall, spoken word
Featured work:
Jörg Widmann, 24 Duos for Violin and Cello
On Saturday, May 10th, 10:30am at the Center for Contemporary Arts, 1050 Old Pecos Trail in Santa Fe. And Sunday, May 11th, 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.
Santa Fe Women’s Ensemble Presents:
Connect: Springscapes
With guest artists:
Dana Winograd, cello
Diana Sharpe, percussion
Bill Epstein, piano
Featured works:
Elaine Hagenberg, Shadow River
Sarah Quartel, The Birds’ Lullaby
Laura Hawley, And we kissed
Kathleen Allan, Joy
The highlight will be the world premiere of the new commission by renowned contemporary composer Joan Syzmko. Entitled Perhaps I Shall, this stunning piece uses the poetry of Nancy C. Wood. Szymko will be in attendance both days to talk about this exciting new work for women’s voices.
On Saturday, May 10th and Sunday, May 11th, 3pm at First Presbyterian Church, 208 Grant Ave in Santa Fe. Information and tickets at sfwe.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 10th, 24th, & 31st and 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.
Opera Southwest Presents:
The New Mexico Symphonic Chorus: Messa da Requiem
Dive into the emotional depths of Verdi’s “Messa da Requiem,” where operatic drama meets sacred reverence. This monumental masterpiece captures the raw intensity of human emotion, blending heart-wrenching sorrow with soaring hope.
On Sunday, May 11th, 2pm in the Journal Theatre at the National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 4th St SW in Albuquerque. Information and tickets at operasouthwest.org.
Santa Fe Concert Band Presents:
Mother’s Day Concert
Featuring songs from My Fair Lady, a Beatles medley, waltzes, show tunes, pop classics, & more! Bring your own blankets or chairs or just sit on the grass.
On Sunday, May 11th, 2pm 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.
Friends of Cathedral Music Presents:
As an organ concert soloist, Mr. Plutz has performed across the United States and abroad. The program of Variable Venerable Variations includes works by Joseph Bonnet, June Nixon and David Hurd as well as selections from Bach, Bédard, and Lauren.
On Sunday, May 11th, 3pm at the Cathedral of St. John in Albuquerque. Information and tickets at fcmabq.org.
Enchanters Chorus Presents:
Let’s Sing About Love!
The Annual Spring Concert as well as a Mother’s Day celebration.
Featured works:
Put a Little Love in Your heart
Dream a Little Dream of Me
Crazy Little Thing Called Love
For All We Know
How Sweet It Is To Be Loved By You
I Can’t Help Falling in Love
I Only Have Eyes For You
On Sunday, May 11th, 4pm at Asbury Methodist Church, 10000 Candelaria Rd NE in Albuquerque. RSVP at enchanterschorusabq.com.
Musica Antigua de Albuquerque Presents:
My Fayre Lady
This performance has a focus on music from medieval and Renaissance England. Beginning in troubadour times, the code of chivalry, as reflected in literature and song, demanded that the knight serve his lady faithfully, but never with the expectation that his love would be returned or even recognized. This lofty view of womanhood continued down through the centuries, and the theme of unrequited love appears again and again.
On Sunday, May 11th, 4:30pm at St. Bede’s Episcopal Church, 550 W San Mateo Rd in Santa Fe and Sunday, May 18th, 4:30pm at St. Michael & All Angels Church, 601 Montano Rd in Albuquerque. Information and tickets at musica-antigua.org