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Olga Kern International Piano Competition: Dali Quartet Performance

2:00 pm NHCC | Albuquerque Journal Theatre The acclaimed DALI Quartet, known for its passionate blend of Latin American, Classical, and Romantic repertoire—presents an afternoon of masterful chamber music. The program features Beethoven’s luminous String Quartet in A major, Op. 18, No. 5, and his intense and introspective “Serioso” Quartet, Op. 95. Also featured are Silvestre Revueltas’s vivid and rhythmic Magueyes and Anton Webern’s richly expressive Langsamer Satz. Experience the artistry and depth of this extraordinary ensemble in an intimate concert setting. $25 general admission, $10 for students *The event is (more…)

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Olga Kern International Piano Competition: Semi Final Round | Chamber Music

1:00 pm – 6:00 pm NHCC | Albuquerque Journal Theatre Experience the excitement of world-class piano competition up close! Join us for the Semifinal Round of the Olga Kern International Piano Competition, where rising-star pianists collaborate with the renowned Dali Quartet in a thrilling afternoon of chamber music. Each contestant will perform one of the great Romantic piano quintets by Brahms, Dvořák, Schumann, or Franck, bringing their artistry and interpretation to these beloved masterpieces. At the end of the round, the Jury will select the three finalists,

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OSW: NM Symphonic Chorus:: Brahms – Requiem

2:00 pm Opera Southwest Presents: The New Mexico Symphonic Chorus Brahms – Requiem Ein deutsches Requiem (A German Requiem) Presented in Spanish translation Brahms did not set a Latin mass. He called his great work “Ein deutsches Requiem—A German Requiem” – but wrote to a colleague that he would have preferred to call it “A Human Requiem.” His intention was clear: this is music for the living, not the dead. Not bound to any single dogma, Brahms bypassed conventional liturgy to weave together scripture that speaks to sorrow,

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OSW: NM Symphonic Chorus: Mozart – C Minor Mass K 427

2:00 pm Opera Southwest Presents: The New Mexico Symphonic Chorus Mozart – Mass in C Minor, K. 427 Symphony No. 40 in G Minor, K. 550 (Sung in Latin and performed in original languages) Two pillars of Mozart’s mature style: one sacred, one symphonic. Modeled on the grandeur of Bach’s Mass in B Minor and the Salzburg ceremonial tradition, Mozart’s Mass in C Minor blends contrapuntal rigor with operatic brilliance. Though unfinished, it stands among the most exalted sacred works of the Classical era. Paired with the

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Opera Southwest: New Years with the Opera!

2:30 pm New Year’s with the Opera is a fun variety show featuring Opera Southwest’s favorite performers, the Albuquerque Youth Symphony, and the Opera Southwest Chamber Orchestra. With a variety of opera favorites and light classics, there is something for everyone to ring in the New Year. Running time: Approx 2 hours $35, $47, $60, $72, & $85 with discounts for anyone 30 years old and younger and Opera for All with a WIC or EBT card. Opera for All tickets are limited to 2 per ID and must

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Opera Southwest: Mosè in Egitto

April 19, 24 & 26, 2026 2:00 pm Sundays, 7:30 pm Friday NHCC  | Albuquerque Journal Theatre Music/ G. Rossini Libretto/Andrea Leone Tottola A sweeping Biblical epic rarely heard in the United States. This visually arresting production features Justin Hopkins (Bluebeard 2023 & Norma 2018) as Mosè, Ashley Milanese in her company debut as Elcia, and Zaikuan Song (Turandot 2023) as Pharaoh. Expect dramatic storms, plagues, and miracles, set to some of Rossini’s most powerful writing. It’s as if The Ten Commandments were an opera! Piano tuning

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Opera Southwest: Aida

February 22, 27 and March 1, 2026 2:00 pm Sundays, 7:30 pm Friday NHCC | Albuquerque Journal Theatre Music / G. Verdi Libretto / Antonio Ghislanzoni The grandest of grand opera is back on the NHCC stage. Michelle Johnson (Turandot 2023 and Lohengrin 2019) returns in the title role, alongside Olivia Vote (Verdi’s Requiem 2025 & Norma 2018 ) as Amneris, Dane Suarez makes his company debut as Radames, OSW favorite Matt Hanscom returns as Amonasro. This new production promises vocal fireworks, stirring choruses, and unforgettable theatrical moments. Piano tuning

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Opera Southwest: Dolores Huerta

October 26, 31 & November 2, 2025 2:00 pm Sundays, 7:30 pm Friday NHCC | Albuquerque Journal Theatre Music / Nicolás Lell Benavides Libretto / Marella Martin Koch 1968. The Delano grape strike is dragging into its third year. Farmworkers in California are building solidarity that transcends race and language. Bobby Kennedy is running for president. Tricky Dick is on the radio promising discipline. Dolores Huerta is holding the movement together with one hand. With the other, she dials home, again, to say goodnight to children she

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New Mexico Philharmonic: Beethoven & Schumann

2:00 pm New Mexico Philharmonic presents Beethoven & Schumann Roberto Minczuk, Music Director Beethoven: Coriolan Overture Schumann: Concertstück Beethoven: Symphony No. 4 in B-flat Major From the fierce determination of Beethoven’s Coriolan Overture to the charming virtuosity of Schumann’s rarely heard Concertstück, this program explores musical boldness in all its forms. The evening concludes with Beethoven’s luminous Fourth Symphony, a masterwork that sings with clarity and classical grace under the baton of Roberto Minczuk. Run time: Approximately 2 hours $34, $44, $54 & $78 *The event is

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