May 30 – 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.
New Mexico Chamber Music Festival Presents:
Young Artists’ Concerts
Featuring chamber music of Fauré, Dvorak, Brahms, and more!
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.
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Flutiss x 4
Featuring flutists Andrea Frankenfield, Veronica Mascaro, Nancy O’Malley, and Mary Wirth.
On Friday, June 6th, 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. Information and tickets at chatterabq.org.
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Late Works
Mariel Roberts Musa, cello/electronics
Jesse Tatum, flute
Kevin Vigneau, oboe
John De La Paz, clarinet
Jeff Brooks, bass clarinet
Samantha Brenner, bassoon
Maria Long, horn
John Marchiando, trumpet
Richard Harris. trombone
Jeff Cornelius & Richard Kelly percussion
Luke Gullickson, piano
Elizabeth Young & Ana Maria Quintero, violin
Kim Fredenburgh, viola
Amy Huzjak, cello
Sam Brown, bass
David Felberg, conductor
Featured works:
David Brynjar Franzson, The Cartography of Time
John Adams, Son of Chamber Symphony
On Friday, June 6th, 9pm at 912 3rd St NW in Albuquerque. A cash bar will be provided by Rumor Brewing and doors open at 8:15pm.
Chatter North & Chatter Sunday: Cellist Mariel Roberts Musa
Mariel Roberts Musa, cello
David Felberg, violin
Luke Gullickson, piano
Bruce Noll, spoken word
Featured works:
Alex Mincek, Flutter
Kory Reeder, In the Summer
Benjamin Britten, Suite No. 3 for Solo Cello
On Saturday, June 7th, 10:30am at the Center for Contemporary Arts, 1050 Old Pecos Trail in Santa Fe. And Sunday, June 8th, 10:30am at 912 3rd St NW in Albuquerque.
Become Ocean
Featured works:
John Luther Adams, Become Ocean
John Coolidge Adams, Son of a Chamber Symphony
A collaboration with the Albuquerque Youth Symphony. This is Chatter’s first ever full orchestra concert!
On Sunday, June 8th, 3pm at the National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 4th St SW in Albuquerque. This event is pay what you wish. 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 Gariety, 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.
Concordia Santa Fe Presents:
Wind Orchestra Concert
Dr. Richard Mayne, guest conductor
The 40-member ensemble will perform works by Leroy Anderson, James Curnow, James M. David, Kevin Day, Julie Giroux, Camille Saint-Säens, John Philip Sousa, and Kevin Walczyk.
On Sunday, June 1st, 2pm in St. Francis Auditorium at the New Mexico Museum of Art, 107 W Palace Ave in Santa Fe. There is no charge for this event but donations are gratefully accepted. concordiasantafe.org.
Taos Opera Institute Presents:
Taos Opera Institute Ensemble
Cierra Moore, Ciara Cortez, Lucas Maceroni, & Neyreda Nuchurch present a concert of Spanish & Italian Art Song.
On Sunday, June 1st, 4-5pm at the Fechin House Garden, 227 Paseo del Pueblo Norte in Taos. There is no charge for this event. There is limited seating available. Please bring your own chairs.
Summer Song at the Taos Country Club
Featuring Catalina Hill, Carick Veale, Ian Harris, Katie Copeland, & Cameron Creech.
On Thursday, June 5th, 6-8pm at Taos Country Club, 54 Golf Course Dr. Hors d’oeuvres and cash bar. Tickets and information at taosoi.org.
Taos Opera Institute Ensemble
Fiona Curley, Lazuli Clark, Teyah Young & Ellie McBride present opera areas, art song, and Broadway gems.
On Sunday, June 8th, 4-5pm at Betty Erhart Senior Activity Center, 1101 Bathtub Row in Los Alamos. There is no charge for this event. Any donations will be shared between TOI and the Senior Center.
Albuquerque Concert Band Presents:
Summer Concert Series
On Wednesday, June 4th, 7pm at the Albuquerque International Balloon Museum, 9201 Balloon Museum Dr NE. There is no charge to attend. Information at abqband.org.
Friends of Cathedral Music Present:
Canadian Pilgrimage Concert
The Cathedral Choirs will be on tour to beautiful Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. As part of their itinerary, they will sing two choral evensong services, a choral eucharist service, and a one-hour public concert. Please come wish them bon voyage as they share some of the repertoire they will sing on their début Canadian tour!
On Thursday, June 5th, 7:30pm at the Cathedral of St. John in Albuquerque. There is no charge for this event. Information at fcmabq.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 final talk and it is on Richard Wagner’s The Valkyrie.
On Friday, June 6th, 5:30pm at Collected Works Bookstore, 202 Galisteo St in Santa Fe. Also on Saturday, June 7th, 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”.
Los Alamos Concert Association Presents:
Akropolis Reed Quintet
Celebrating their 15th year as “a sonically daring ensemble who specializes in performing new works with charisma and integrity” (BBC Music Magazine). The untamed band of 5 reed players and entrepreneurs are united by a shared passion: to make music that sparks joy and wonder.
Featured works:
Ryan Lindveit, Venus of Willendorf (2024)
Derrick Skye, A Soulful Nexus (2023)
Oswald Hyunh, These Few Specks of Time (2023)
Nina Simone, For All We Know (1934) – Coots/Lewis version
On Saturday, June 7th, 3pm in Duane Smith Auditorium in Los Alamos. Tickets and information at losalamosconcert.org.
The Zia Singers Present:
June is Busting Out All Over!
John Tiranno, Artistic Director
Presenting favorite tunes from iconic shows and legendary composers—Leonard Bernstein, Cole Porter, George Gershwin, Rodgers and Hammerstein, and more. It’s a celebration of timeless melodies and unforgettable moments that defined a dazzling era of Broadway magic.
On Saturday, June 7th, 7pm and Sunday, June 8th, 3pm at Cristo Rey Catholic Church, 1107 Cristo Rey St in Santa Fe. Tickets and information at theziasingers.com.
New Mexico Flutes Presents:
Flute Choir Reading and Social
An event for flute players of all ages and levels.
On Sunday, June 8th, 1-5pm at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 9315 Candelaria Rd NE in Albuquerque. For more information email nmflutes@gmail.com.
Albuquerque Philharmonic Orchestra Presents:
Chamber Ensembles
Intimate chamber music, with trios, quartets and quintets. The program will be announced at the performance.
On Sunday, June 8th, 3pm at St. John’s United Methodist Church, 2626 Arizona St NE in Albuquerque. Information at abqphil.org.