High Desert Harps to perform Christmas Favorites Nov. 21, at First Presbyterian Church. Courtesy photo
MUSIC News:
High Desert Harps will perform Christmas Favorites at 5:30 p.m., Nov. 21, at First Presbyterian Church, 208 Grant Ave. in Santa Fe.
Doors open at 5:15 p.m. for this free concert.
First Presbyterian offers weekly recitals 5:30-6 p.m. on Friday evenings. These concerts are free and open to all. A freewill offering for the recital fund will be received.
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COMMUNITY News:
Tree Lighting at the State Capitol
Everyone around the state is getting into the holiday spirit for the annual tree lighting ceremony at the state’s capitol which kicks off Monday night. State officials, musical guests and Mr. and Mrs. Claus get together to light the Christmas tree at the Roundhouse in Santa Fe.
When: Monday, Dec. 1
Time: 5–7 p.m.
Where: 490 Old Santa Fe Trl, Santa Fe, NM 87501
Holiday Market at Iconik Red
Join us for holiday shopping with fantastic handmade offerings from local artisans while enjoying live caroling! Explore our winter wonderland with seasonal Read More
Lorenzo is a singer, musician, composer, scholar and writer, born in Barcelona, Spain to Andalusian parents. Known for his eclectic musicianship, Lozano’s performance of Spain’s traditional ballads stand out as iconic. Lozano has become well-known for his musical compositions set to legendary poets. He performs his Read More
The Lasses and Lads of Enchantment celebrate Halloween and send get well wishes to an ill member. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen
By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN
Lads and Lasses of Enchantment
The Lasses and Lads of Enchantment and the Santa Fe Harmonizers thank Los Alamos, their advertisers, donors and patrons for attending their 2025 show in October. They are also grateful for those who allow the tradition of 4-part, Barbershop Harmony to continue to thrive in our community.
The Lasses and Lads of Enchantment are beginning to prepare for the holiday season. They look forward to seeing the community Read More
L’Oréal Paris announces the 10 Women Of Worth honorees for 2025. The honorees include Mind&Melody President and Co-Founder Cristina Rodriguez, seated, third from left, Yasmine Arrington Brooks, Mizpah Brown-Rich, Keely Cat-Wells, Amy Bowers Cordalis, Sloane Davidson, Lynne B Hughes, Dr. Anita Ravi, Gloria Umanah and Olivia Zhang. They are joined here by L’Oréal Paris Women of Worth spokeswomen Aja Naomi King, far left, Eva Longoria, seated, third from right, and Helen Mirren, far right. Courtesy photo
Mind&Melody President and Co-Founder Cristina Rodriguez of Los Read More
Singer-songwriter Darden Smith will perform at 7 p.m., Friday Nov. 7 at Fuller Lodge as part of the Live in Los Alamos concert series. Photo by Jeff Wilson
COMMUNITY News:
Live in Los Alamos is excited to welcome Texas singer-songwriter Darden Smith back Friday, Nov. 7 to Fuller Lodge.
Smith last played the lodge in March 2024 and was invited as a favor to his agent, who represents a number of artists who have made stops in Los Alamos and loved their time here.
“I’d never heard of him before I was asked to book him with a promise that we wouldn’t be let down, and we most certainly were not let down,” Live Read More
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LAPS News:
The Los Alamos High School Topper Marching Band took top honors in 4A at the 2025 New Mexico State Marching Band Championships held over the weekend.
Their score of 68.3 overall in the finals bested marching bands from Lovington, Portales and Goddard. They also received the award for high musical achievement.
The band is under the direction of Steve Iliff. He is assisted by Zane Meek, Deanna Teague and Christine Subratie.
“The students have been working very hard since the middle of July, and the group has really come together to reach for higher levels of excellence Read More
NMSA Music students and Music Department Chair, Jesse Parker at the All State competition in 2025. Courtesy photo
NMSA News:
The New Mexico School for the Arts (NMSA) Percussion Ensemble has been selected as an Honor Ensemble for the New Mexico Music Educators Association (NMMEA) All-State Conference.
Chosen through a highly competitive audition process from ensembles across the state, the NMSA Percussion Ensemble earned this distinction for its exceptional artistry and performance.
The ensemble will perform at Popejoy Hall during the conference, representing the NMSA music program Read More
SFCB News:
The Santa Fe Concert Band will present a concert in conjunction with the City of Santa Fe official observance of Veterans Day at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 11 in the Santa Fe Convention Center, 201 W. Marcy St.
The Santa Fe Concert Band along with members of the Santa Fe Symphony Chorus invite the public to join in a tribute to honor our veterans and to show our gratitude and respect for their service. The inspiring, patriotic concert serves as a prelude to the City of Santa Fe official program in observance of Veterans Day. Musical selections include America the Beautiful, Hymn to the Fallen, Read More
