| Performer | Date | More Info | Notes | Venue, Tickets |
| Last Call Last Call is a three piece group playing jazz, blues, r&b andoriginals. The group is Harry Weingardt – guitar and vocals; Michael Druxman – bass and vocals and Steve Arbuckle – drums. |
Friday, December 20 6:30 pm – 9 pm |
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Last Call is known for innovative arrangements, vocal harmonies and award winning original songs, (winner 2020 NMMA best jazz composition).
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The New Solid Grounds Music Cafe FREE Admission Donations gratefully accepted. Rio Grande Center For Spiritual Living 4374 Alexander Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM (505) 224-9405 |
| Watermelon Mountain JugBand True to the original 1920s jug bands of the South, their music comes alive with washboard, jug, kazoo, washtub bass, guitar, and banjo. The band delights audiences with country, bluegrass, Spanish, jug band, ragtime, and original music with even some classic rock ‘n’ roll. |
Friday, January 3 6:30 pm – 9 pm |
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The unique instrumentation and musical skills of Pat Houlihan (singer, songwriter, guitarist, juggist), Ben Perea (five-time NM banjo champion, guitar, classical guitarist), Gary Oleson (washtub bass extraordinaire) and Barbara Piper (washboard, percussion, background vocal ) are not to be missed!
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The New Solid Grounds Music Cafe FREE Admission Donations gratefully accepted. Rio Grande Center For Spiritual Living 4374 Alexander Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM (505) 224-9405 |
| Kristy Hinds and Annie Benjamin Kristy Hinds is a jazz-influenced singer-songwriter from New Mexico, known for her distinctive blend of jazz, Latin, and folk music, with award-winning songs like “Miss Morocco” reflecting her creative use of the ukulele and storytelling |
Friday, January 10 6:30 pm – 9 pm |
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Annie Benjamin is an award winning songwriter/ playwright/ poet/ flautist who believes deeply that the arts can bring about healing and social change. Over the span of her career she has created four albums of original material , has been a musical director for theater productions and been a back-up babe on flute and vocals on recordings and on stage.
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The New Solid Grounds Music Cafe FREE Admission Donations gratefully accepted. Rio Grande Center For Spiritual Living 4374 Alexander Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM (505) 224-9405 |
| Kalos Features Ryan McKasson (fiddle, viola, vocals), Eric McDonald (guitar, mandolin, lead vocals), and Jeremiah McLane (accordion, piano, vocals). As part of their development, all three members of Kalos learned from masters of traditional music (McKasson with Alasdair Fraser, McDonald with John McGann, and McLane with Jimmy Keane). |
Wednesday January 15 1:00 pm |
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Pulling from parallel strains of influence in the Traditional music canon, Kalos’ underlying drive and pulse, rhythmic electricity and swirling intensity transform traditional repertoire into a vital, elemental, genre-transcending sound appealing to music lovers of all stripes.
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908 Eastridge NE
Albuquerque NM 87123
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| Kalos Features Ryan McKasson (fiddle, viola, vocals), Eric McDonald (guitar, mandolin, lead vocals), and Jeremiah McLane (accordion, piano, vocals). As part of their development, all three members of Kalos learned from masters of traditional music (McKasson with Alasdair Fraser, McDonald with John McGann, and McLane with Jimmy Keane). |
Thursday January 16 12:00 pm – noon |
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Pulling from parallel strains of influence in the Traditional music canon, Kalos’ underlying drive and pulse, rhythmic electricity and swirling intensity transform traditional repertoire into a vital, elemental, genre-transcending sound appealing to music lovers of all stripes.
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12:00 pm noon
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| Roger Jameson & The Jaded Heart Band Singer-songwriter Roger Jameson and violist Alicia Ultan (who is also part of the award-winning Albuquerque duo, Bébé La La) make up the core of the long running band |
Friday, January 17 6:30 pm – 9 pm |
Click Here to Learn More | They have played together for over 20 years as a duo and have developed a seamless collaboration that features the signature nostalgia-inducing Heartland folk-country-rock songs of Jameson and the uniquely warm and textured sounds of Ultan on viola and vocals | The New Solid Grounds Music Cafe FREE Admission Donations gratefully accepted. Rio Grande Center For Spiritual Living 4374 Alexander Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM (505) 224-9405 |
| Three on a Match Kabarett With meticulous attention to detail, we recreate the ambiance of an intimate Kabarett Room, immersing our guests in an atmosphere reminiscent of a bygone era. Step into our world and experience the magic of 3 On A Match Kabarett—an ensemble like no other, offering a truly unique and captivating musical experience. |
Friday January 24 2:00 pm Santa Fe |
Click Here to Learn More | 3 On A Match Kabarett is not only a musical act, but a theatrical performance group with a distinctive and unconventional approach to musical performance. Embracing the spirit of the European Kabarett style that flourished between the World Wars of the 20th Century, we offer a one-of-a-kind ensemble experience. |
6599 Jaguar Dr
Santa Fe NM 87507
January 24, 2025 2:00 pm
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| Flambeaux is a spirited New Orleans-inspired acoustic jazz quartet that celebrates American music of the 1910s, 20s and 30s. Trombone, soprano sax, banjo and tuba kick up surprisingly fresh and swinging versions of beloved vintage songs. | Friday, January 24 John Truitt (sax) is a distinguished composer, teacher, clinician, flamenco guitarist and woodwind specialist who, in addition to many other awards, recently received the John Donald Robb Musical Trust 2023 Robb Award for Excellence. |
The electrifying Micah Hood (trombone) is an award-winning composer/arranger and UNM teacher (where he received his Masters of Music degree), whose playing sparks many New Mexico bands including the popular Baracutanga. |
Wayne Shrubsall is a nationally-known scholar and performer of the banjo who is fluent in all styles of bluegrass, clawhammer, traditional jazz and dance music. Mark Weaver’s agile tuba has underpinned many local and touring bands of all types (including teaming with Wayne in jazz groups for 25 years).
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The New Solid Grounds Music Cafe FREE Admission Donations gratefully accepted. Rio Grande Center For Spiritual Living 4374 Alexander Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM (505) 224-9405 6:30 pm – 9 pm |
| Poetry Night – Watch for More Info | Friday, January 31 6:30 pm – 9 pm |
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The New Solid Grounds Music Cafe FREE Admission Donations gratefully accepted. Rio Grande Center For Spiritual Living 4374 Alexander Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM (505) 224-9405 |
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| The Wildwoods In the heart of Lincoln, Nebraska, The Wildwoods emerge as a folk/Americana trio, a musical tapestry woven by the husband-and-wife duo, Noah (guitar) and Chloe Gose (violin), alongside long-time friend and bassist, Andrew Vaggalis. Their story is a symphony of exploration and connection, a journey that has taken them from the Midwest to international stages, carving out a unique place in the folk landscape. |
Tuesday February 4 12:00 pm – noon |
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“Every note we play is a chapter in our story, a journey through the heart of American roots music. We’re The Wildwoods, where each lyric is a leaf in the vast forest of our sound.”
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3904 Isleta SW
Albuquerque NM 87105
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| The Wildwoods In the heart of Lincoln, Nebraska, The Wildwoods emerge as a folk/Americana trio, a musical tapestry woven by the husband-and-wife duo, Noah (guitar) and Chloe Gose (violin), alongside long-time friend and bassist, Andrew Vaggalis. Their story is a symphony of exploration and connection, a journey that has taken them from the Midwest to international stages, carving out a unique place in the folk landscape. |
Wednesday February 5 12:00 pm – noon |
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“Every note we play is a chapter in our story, a journey through the heart of American roots music. We’re The Wildwoods, where each lyric is a leaf in the vast forest of our sound.”
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Central & Unser Library
8081 Central Ave NW
Albuquerque NM 87121
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| Jim and Susie Malcol He is highly regarded as an interpreter of the songs of Robert Burns, and has been described as “one of the finest singers in Scotland in any style”. |
Sunday, February 9 7 pm |
Click Here to Learn More | Jim Malcolm is the ultimate Scots troubadour. Traveling the world with his guitar, harmonicas, and engaging wit, he sings the traditional songs of Scotland and his own masterfully crafted songs in a style which is modern and accessible, yet utterly authentic. | North Valley Location RSVP For Address Ken Gilman (505)980-1865 |
| Bob Bovee No one handles old-time cowboy and humorous songs better than Bob. His vocals are hauntingly rough. His guitar and harmonica are as good as you will ever hear. |
Friday, February 14 7 pm |
Click Here to Learn More | Along with a repertoire including dance tunes, ballads, cowboy songs, humorous and sentimental numbers, blues and rags, he spices their shows with stories, history and folklore. Bob sings (yodels, too) and plays guitar, harmonica, banjo and autoharp. | Southwest Pickers Covenant Series Concert ALL Covenant Concert Ticketing is at the door starting at 5:30p on the day of the event. Tickets are $15 for SWP Members and $20 for non-members. |
| Ryan Biter Biter is a nationally touring artist and a three-time featured songwriter at the Dripping Springs Songwriters Festival, a 2022 Kerrville New Folk Finalist, and a 2022 Songwriters Serenade Finalist. |
Wednesday, March 5 7 pm |
Click Here to Learn More | Ryan Biter takes his audience on a wonderful journey of passages, twists, and turns. He can rock the house and hold us spellbound with a delicate ballad. His music is powerful and masterful. His guitar work is lush and multi-layered. His vocal interpretations of his original songs are dynamic and sensual | North Valley Location RSVP For Address Ken Gilman (505)980-1865 |
| Helene Cronin Texas-bred artist Helene Cronin describes herself as a story-singer. She is driven by a desire to share her life through stories that resonate with genuine emotion, and more than a little imagination |
Saturday, March 15 6 pm potluck 7 pm performance |
Click Here to Learn More | A 2018 New Folk Winner at the prestigious Kerrville Folk Festival, Helene’s style is a merger between the raw roots of Americana and the polished song-craft of Nashville’s Country. | North Rio Rancho Location RSVP For Address (505)349-3723 |
| Durango, CO Ragtime and Early Jazz Festival with: Jeff Barnhardt Danny Coots Frederick Hodges Domingo Mancuello Donald Neely Martin Spitznagel Adam G. Swanson And more….. |
April 3-6 Durango, Colorado Strater Hotel and Durango Arts Center |
Click Here to Learn More | The greatest ragtime and classic jazz musicians from around the United States will descend upon the beautiful mountain town of Durango, Colorado, for four days of concerts, silent movies, seminars, after hours jam parties, and much more. CELEBRATE America’s first truly original music—ragtime and jazz—in an incredible location, Durango, Colorado. | Choose your package: Full Event Pass Friday Only and Saturday Only tickets Available Seating is Limited. Get your tickets NOW! Hotel Reservations at a discounted rate at the Strater. Follow the link to learn more: |
Most Events are Free or Reasonably Priced!
(I will no longer be listing every event for these locations)
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Green House on the Hill Concert Series – Santa Fe (email list)
Irish Music via Dain Forsyth (email list)
Ken Gilman’s North Valley House Concerts (email list)
Private House Concerts in NW Albuquerque (email list)
Soccoro, NM (email list)
Unitarian Church Concert Series (email list)
Western Music via Bonnie Rutherford (email list)
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Albuquerque Folk Festival Ongoing Events
Albuquerque Library Free Events
AMP Concerts
Carrizozo Music
Gig (Santa Fe)
Le Chat Lunatique
Lincoln County Bluegrass Band
Music in Corrales
New Mexico FolkMads
North Valley Tune Tanglers
Old Martina’s Hall (Taos)
The Outpost Performance Space
Rio Rancho House Concerts
Second Street Brewery (Santa Fe)
Socorro and Central NM Events
Solid Grounds Coffeehouse
Southwest Pickers
Southwest Roots Music (ABQ and Santa Fe)
Turquoise Trail Concerts (Celtic)
International Western Music Association (New Mexico Chapter)
Free AMP Concerts in Albuquerque and Santa Fe!
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