The Albuquerque Jazz Festival, a two-day event for High Schoolmusicians from all over New Mexico culminates in a concert presented by New Mexico Jazz Workshop in cooperation with Eldorado High School- The Albuquerque Jazz Orchestra, under the direction of Glenn Kostur, features Jazz Saxophonist Dick Oatts. $15 General $10 NMJW Members/Students/Seniors BUY YOUR TICKETS ONLINE!…See More

The Albuquerque Jazz Festival, a two-day event for High Schoolmusicians from all over New Mexico culminates in a concert presented by New Mexico Jazz Workshop in cooperation with Eldorado High School- The Albuquerque Jazz Orchestra, under the direction of Glenn Kostur, features Jazz Saxophonist Dick Oatts. $15 General $10 NMJW Members/Students/Seniors BUY YOUR TICKETS ONLINE!…See More

The Albuquerque Jazz Festival, a two-day event for High Schoolmusicians from all over New Mexico culminates in a concert presented by New Mexico Jazz Workshop in cooperation with Eldorado High School- The Albuquerque Jazz Orchestra, under the direction of Glenn Kostur, features Jazz Saxophonist Dick Oatts. $15 General $10 NMJW Members/Students/Seniors BUY YOUR TICKETS ONLINE!…See More

New Mexico Jazz Workshop is pleased to present an evening in the spirit and excitement of Rio de Janeiro during Carnival. Welcome to Club Rio: An Evening in the Spirit of Carnival, a gala benefitting the New Mexico Jazz Workshop’s youth education programs.  You won't want to miss a night charged with energy and spice as the music, food and dance transports you to the balmy climes of Rio de Janeiro at the most festive time of the year- -Carnival. Frank Leto and his band, PANdemonium will play…See More

New Mexico Jazz Workshop is pleased to present an evening in the spirit and excitement of Rio de Janeiro during Carnival. Welcome to Club Rio: An Evening in the Spirit of Carnival, a gala benefitting the New Mexico Jazz Workshop’s youth education programs.  You won't want to miss a night charged with energy and spice as the music, food and dance transports you to the balmy climes of Rio de Janeiro at the most festive time of the year- -Carnival. Frank Leto and his band, PANdemonium will play…See More

Ivon Ulibarri is a pioneer of Salsa Music in New Mexico, as well as, an award winning vocalist and song writer. Ivon Ulibarri and Cafe Mocha is one of Albuquerque's hottest Salsa bands, brewing an exciting blend of Son, Cha-Cha, Merengue, Cumbia, and other Latin styles from the Caribbean and beyond.Admission:  $13 Adults… $11 Seniors (60+) and Students w/ID… $10 New Mexico Jazz Workshop (NMJW) and Albuquerque Museum Members See More

“SuperSax New Mexico” is a celebration of Med Flory and Buddy Clark’s Grammy-winning Supersax formed in 1972. The group played 5-part harmonized arrangements of Charlie Parker’s improvised solos and consisted of a saxophone section, rhythm section, and a brass instrument. Created by bandleader and drummer Cal Haines, ”Super Sax” revives this challenging and beautiful music using the original charts. An outstanding lineup of New Mexico's first-call saxophonists once again takes on this…See More

"Soul Man Sam" Evans began his singing career in Memphis, competing in competitions and singing in the church choir. He grew up in the same neighborhood as Otis Redding, Issac Hayes, B.B. King, Albert King and Al Green. He started singing Rhythm & Blues in 1999, formed a band, and began opening for the likes of James Brown, Buckwheat Zydeco and Gladys Knight. Now a resident of Santa Fe, Sam performs all over New Mexico, bringing his style of Soul Music, Funk and Blues to the people.One of…See More

"Soul Man Sam" Evans began his singing career in Memphis, competing in competitions and singing in the church choir. He grew up in the same neighborhood as Otis Redding, Issac Hayes, B.B. King, Albert King and Al Green. He started singing Rhythm & Blues in 1999, formed a band, and began opening for the likes of James Brown, Buckwheat Zydeco and Gladys Knight. Now a resident of Santa Fe, Sam performs all over New Mexico, bringing his style of Soul Music, Funk and Blues to the people.One of…See More

Nosotros creates an original sound which seamlessly combines Latin rhythms with the elements of Flamenco, Jazz, Salsa, and Rock.  M.E. Schenck of Hyperactive Music Magazine may have interpreted their sound best by saying “Nosotros’ music is not to be explained, it is to be felt in the pit of our souls.”  Admission:  $13 Adults… $11 Seniors (60+) and Students w/ID… $10 New Mexico Jazz Workshop (NMJW) and Albuquerque Museum Members  See More

Etta James was a phoenix that emerged from the blaze again and again—stronger , brighter and more powerful each time.  She sang the blues in a way that lifted us up to her level.  She took rock and roll, soul and jazz and showed us what we could do when we put our mind to it.  When Etta sang gospel, she reminded us where it all came from in the first place.  Joan Cere, Zenobia, Hillary smith and Victoria Panana ignite the fires of the phoenix once again to lift our spirits. Admission:  $15…See More

This salsa band has a traditional flavor and flair with a varied repertoire of rhythms including traditional salsa, bolero, cha-cha, and merengue as well as contemporary Cuban timba--wonderful for dancing! The band features vocalist Annette Aragon, along with violins, flute and a three piece horn section.Admission:  $13 Adults… $11 Seniors (60+) and Students w/ID… $10 New Mexico Jazz Workshop (NMJW) and Albuquerque Museum Members See More

Formed in Albuquerque by a group of experienced musicians brought together by a shared interest in Latin jazz, Transit Latin Jazz Ensemble combines the rhythms of Afro-Cuban jazz, Brazilian fusion and bossa nova. The quintet features flute and trombone along with piano, bass, and drums. The contemporary sound of the EWI (electronic wind instrument) is also featured in some the group's repertoire. High energy and bold music make for a captivating performance when Transit takes the stage.Led by…See More

Led by the incomparable Cesar Bauvallet, audiences can’t get enough of this Salsa band! The band has performed with such legends as Eddie Palmieri, The Afro-Cuban All-Stars, Poncho Sanchez, and Los Van Van.  Expect a truly superior night of dancing to the spirited music that will keep you on the dance floor all night long!Admission:  $13 Adults… $11 Seniors (60+) and Students w/ID… $10 New Mexico Jazz Workshop (NMJW) and Albuquerque Museum Members See More

Southwest Rock and Blues innovators, The Rudy Boy Experiment hail from the land of enchantment of Albuquerque, New Mexico. This 3-piece group features the multi-talented Rudy "Boy" Jaramillo on vocals, as well as lead and rhythm guitar, Dave Pankuch on bass, and Ricardo Sanchez on drums. Rudy Boy has released close to 10 albums over the past decade, with a growing national fan base anticipating each debut.Combo Special is a bluesy, funky, rockin’ band whose tight harmonies and soulful…See More