| Performer | Date | More Info | Notes | Venue, Tickets |
| 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, July 12 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 $ 20 Donation (505)349-3723 |
| Greg Johns & the Semi-Large Band Kenny Rainey (lead guitar), John Paul Davis (dobro), Amy Blackburn (fiddle), and Scotty Becket (bass). |
Friday, July 18 6:30 pm – 9 pm |
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Semi-Large Band, is a group of incredibly collaborative musicians who are masters of their respective instruments. The SLB is gaining a reputation for its innovative instrumental accompaniment and intelligent vocal arrangements. | 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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Glorieta Pines and Shaggy Peak Social Club (Bluegrass mostly) Two Bands – Fund-Raiser for the Santa Fe Tradfest
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Sunday July 20 6:00 pm doors open 7:00 pm – concert begins |
Shaggy Peak Social Club (Bluegrass Mostly) Shaggy Peak brings together the music of vintage classic country, bluegrass, and old-time traditional, paying homage to musicians such as Hank Williams, Ian Tyson, The Louvin Brothers, South Carolina Broadcasters, etc. As the name implies, the group has unwittingly become a social club of sorts, enjoying the musical possibilities, endless trivia, banter, and general joy. |
The songs of Glorieta Pines are inspired by the happenings of the world as seen through the lens of the American Southwest. Glorieta Pines originated in 2020 as a duo between spouses Lindsay Taylor and Brian Nelson, with early performances including official virtual concerts for both the Brighton Fringe and Edinburgh Festival Fringe in 2021. | An ALMA Concert $ 15 Suggested DonationSend an Email to make a reservation and obtain the address and other details Far NE Heights Location |
| Craig Winston – Classical Guitar His classical guitar performances offer a range of music, from upbeat Latin American music, to the virtuosity of the Baroque, and intimate, emotive modern compositions. |
Saturday, August 2 7 pm |
Click Here to Learn More | His current interest lies in Spanish and Latin American composers, such as Eduardo Sainz de la Maza, Antonio Lauro, and Astor Piazzolla. Still, his diverse repertoire includes music by Bach, Roland Dyens, Leo Brouwer, and his own original compositions, among many others. | North Valley Location RSVP For Address $ 20 Donation Ken Gilman (505)980-1865 |
| Skeleton Crew Folk Revival-ish) – Albuquerque Folk Festival fundraising concert. |
Saturday, August 9 6:30 pm doors open 7:30 pm – concert begins |
Click Here to Learn More Snacks and non-alcoholic beverages provided |
ABQ’s Skeleton Crew was a big hit at the Albuquerque Folk Festival. The band is a seven-member band that formed in 2021 and features luscious harmonies and a repertoire of folksy rock and pop covers and originals | An ALMA Concert $ 15 Suggested DonationSend an Email to make a reservation and obtain the address and other details Far NE Heights Location |
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Adobe Brothers A typical performance will include tunes and songs from a variety of genres including Bluegrass, Old Time, New Time, Celtic, Latin Folk Music, Klezmer and more. In addition to their superb musicianship and diverse material, the Brothers are noted for their entertaining stage presence, featuring a unique style of humor. |
Sunday, August 17 6:30 pm doors open 7:30 pm – concert begins |
The Adobe Brothers released their first studio CD in 2009 titled “The Adobe Brothers.” A second CD, “Our Name is Mud,” was released in 2013 and a third CD, “Don’t Get Trouble On Your Mind” came out in 2017. Snacks and non-alcoholic beverages provided |
The Adobe Brothers is an eclectic group of identical quadruplets born to different mothers who came together a long time ago to play any kind of music that is fun. Perhaps their greatest musical continuum has been playing for contra and square dances and music festivals throughout the southwest. T | An ALMA Concert $ 15 Suggested DonationSend an Email to make a reservation and obtain the address and other details Far NE Heights Location |
| Santa Fe TradFest 3 Day Folk Festival at Bishop’s Ridge – Camp Stoney, NM |
August 22-24 3 Day Event Camp Stoney |
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3 Day Festival with entertainment, jamming, camping, dancing, and more!
Santa Fe, NM at Camp Stoney
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Click here for schedule and to purchase tickets. |
| Lady Fingers and a Thing’r, Too Performance They are known for playing a variety of styles, from swing to country swing, and old-time American music |
Saturday, August 30 noon to 1:30 pm |
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They are being fun and engaging, with a strong focus on singing, harmonizing, and laughter | The WHEELS Museum 1100 Second Street, SE-ABQ $ 10 Donation Email to learn more! |
| Marla Fibish and Rebecca Richman |
Sunday, September 14 4 pm |
Click Here to Learn More | North Valley Location RSVP For Address $ 20 Donation Ken Gilman (505)980-1865 |
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| Albuquerque Folk Festival |
Sunday, September 28 10 am – 8 pm |
Click Here to Learn More | National Hispanic Cultural Center | |
| Lil’ Rev Ukulele Workshop Followed by a one hour concert! |
Tuesday, September 30 9am to 10:30am(workshop) 11am to 12pm (concert) |
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Visit the WHEELS website | The WHEELS Museum 1100 Second Street, SE-ABQ Email to learn more! |
| Second Annual 78 Spinner’s Benefit Sale for The WHEELS Museum Enjoy the sweet smell of shellac and meet the collectors! |
Saturday, October 18 9 am to 1 pm |
Click Here to Learn More from Ollie Reed’s 2024 Article.
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Visit the WHEELS website | The WHEELS Museum 1100 Second Street, SE-ABQEmail to donate old 78 records to this cause! |
| Steve Smith and Tim May |
Saturday, October 24 7 pm |
Click Here to Learn More | North Valley Location RSVP For Address $ 20 Donation Ken Gilman (505)980-1865 |
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| Steve Petrunak Fingerstyle Guitar Workshop |
November 6 – 8 | Click Here to Learn More | North Valley Location RSVP For Address For Pricing and Details Ken Gilman (505)980-1865 |
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| International Western Music Association Annual Convention |
Wednesday – Sunday November 12-16 |
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The BEST in WESTern Music awaits YOU at this annual event! Hot Club of Cowtown Performance Thursday, November 13th |
Hotel Albuquerque – Old Town |
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International Western Music Association Annual Convention – The Muldawers Perform Music from Tin Pan Alley and Tell Stories about the Era!
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Thursday, November 13 3-4 pm |
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Judy and Michael have so many wonderful stories to tell about the early 1900’s songs they perform. You won’t want to miss this event! | Hotel Albuquerque – Old Town |
| Hot Club of Cowtown Benefit Concert for the IWMA American’s Premiere Western Swing and Hot Jazz trio |
Thursday, November 13 Evening Event |
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The Hot Club of Cowtown has toured extensively worldwide for over twenty-five years, both on its own and with with artists including Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson, Gatemouth Brown, the Avett Brothers, Dan Hicks, Bryan Ferry, Roxy Music, the Squirell Nut Zippers, the Mavericks, Dustbowl Revival, Tyler Hilton | Hotel Albuquerque – Old Town |
| Michael Draper |
Saturday, November 15 7 pm |
Click Here to Learn More | North Valley Location RSVP For Address $ 20 Donation Ken Gilman (505)980-1865 |
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| Mandology Winter Solstice and 10 Year Anniversary |
Friday, December 19 7 pm |
Click Here to Learn More | North Valley Location RSVP For Address $ 20 Donation Ken Gilman (505)980-1865 |
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| Zoukology – 3 Day Mandolin Workshops and Concerts All unite in enthusiasm for bouzouki, mandolin, cittern, and all things double-course. |
Thursday Thru Sunday January 30th – February 2 |
Click Here to Learn More | Zoukology is… …an informal and fun gathering for proponents of the larger end of the mandolin family (Cittern, Bouzouki, Octave Mandolin, etc.). Polite, house-trained guitarists and others may also be welcome. We are planning on an extended weekend of lightly focused musical merrymaking. |
North Valley Location RSVP For Address To register and for more information Ken Gilman (505)980-1865 |
| Jim Malcolm – Scottish Folksinger His concerts are always highly entertaining, peppered with funny stories and observations, in the great tradition of Scottish artists through the ages. |
Sunday, February 8 7 pm |
Click Here to Learn More | As a solo performer with ten solo CDs to his credit, Jim can mix it with anyone out there. As well as a renowned singer, he is in the top handful of simultaneous guitar and harmonica players in the world. He plays mostly in the folk guitar tuning dadgad in both fingerpicking and plectrum styles. | North Valley Location RSVP For Address $ 20 Donation Ken Gilman (505)980-1865 |
Most Events are Free or Reasonably Priced!
(I will no longer be listing every event for these locations)
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AMP Concerts
Carrizozo Music
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Le Chat Lunatique
Lincoln County Bluegrass Band
Music in Corrales
New Mexi-Chords Barbershop Chorus and Quartets
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 Music Cafe
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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