Non-profit(s) That make you want to dance! Outpost Space
Here’s an upcoming list of gigs coming to the Outpostspace In Albuquerque NM this month. I suspect that it’s the warm up for the hot schedules anticipated for the very hot summer music scene! Another way to get a taste of some of these musicians is to listen to KSFR radio where they will often play numerous pieces by the upcoming artists. Occassionally a show will dedicate most of the timespace to an artist that the DJ is excited about. The 1-3 timespot will frequently give considerable details on the featured artist. Many times the DJ will have interview the musician, or have erroneous stories to tell. You can listen online too: KSFR.org
This week and probably next is the fundraiser for the station. One good aspect of this event includes guest local musicians on nearly every jazz show. It’s upfront and personal, and gives an educational experience rarely available in contemporary broadcasting. Tune in for these fantastic talk riffs.
Both of these services are nonprofit groups. Enthusiastic citizens gather together to enrich our cultural options. Though New Mexico is a small state, we get top class acts, and incredible everyday listening because of the dedication of those who work and volunteer for a long list of nonprofit organizations. Let them know of your appreciation. Also be lavish and attend events often. Thank you.
Thursday, April 3, 2008 - 7:30pm
Andy Milne & Dapp Theory
Pianist Milne, a Steve Coleman Five Elements, alumni blends funk, hip-hop, spoken word and groove.
$17/$12 Members & Students. Available in advance, by phone or in person, at the Outpost Performance Space (268-0044) http://www.outpostspace.org/read more…
Friday, April 4, 5-8pm
Inpost Artspace Reception:
Valerie Roybal — A Secret Language
An Artscrawl First Friday Event
Artist Statement: “This work is composed of vintage, salvaged, and collected materials.”
Exhibit Dates: April 4-April 27
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Saturday, April 5, 2008 - 11:00am
H.O.W. (How Outpost Works)
“Everything you wanted to know about Outpost but were afraid to ask.”
Free!
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Thursday, April 10, 2008 - 7:30pm
Holly Hofmann-Mike Wofford Quartet
Presented in partnership with the Friends of Santa Fe Jazz
“The most authoritative, swinging flutist in jazz today” joined by pianist Mike Wofford and local rhythm stalwarts
$22/$17 Members & Students. Available in advance, by phone or in person, at the Outpost Performance Space (268-0044)
The Hofmann-Wofford Quartet will also perform in Santa Fe at the Friends of
Santa Fe Jazz, Friday, April 11. For info, contact lee217@comcast.net.
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Thursday, April 17, 2008 - 7:30pm
Stu MacAskie Trio
with guest, Glenn Kostur
Pianist MacAskie draws from the Great American Songbook, the jazz canon, and his own original compositions— an eclectic mix, all falling under the rubric of contemporary jazz.
$17/$12 Members & Students. Available in advance, by phone or in person, at the Outpost Performance Space (268-0044)
read more…http://www.outpostspace.org/
Friday, April 18, 2008 - 7:30pm
Roust the House: Teen Performance Night
Music sets of all variety, poetry readings, dance performances by local teens.
ONLY $3
Outpost Youth Performance Programs are supported in part by a grant from the Urban Enhancement Trust Fund of the City of Albuquerque
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Monday, April 21, 2008 - 7:30pm
Zakir Hussain’s Masters of Percussion
At the National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 4th St. SW
Presented in partnership with PADMINI
This concert made possible with support from The Livingry Foundation and Serafian’s Oriental Rugs
A dazzling display of drumming, dance, martial arts and virtuosity from India’s classical and folk traditions under the direction of the world’s pre-eminent tabla maestro, Zakir Hussain.
$50/$35/$25/$20 ($5 discount for Outpost Members and Students). Available at Ticketmaster by calling 883-7800 or at ticketmaster.com; and at the Outpost Performance Space by phone or in person.
read more…http://www.outpostspace.org/
There’s more going on too beyond jazz. Browse through some previous posts and see what’s going on around town besides these few events. Spring is bursting in the air, some trees are blossoming, daffoidils are blossoming. Two crocuses have sprouted in my yard. In a more sheltered space, my neighbor has violets blooming. She’s busy at work tending her yard. When all of this energy bursts forth, several of the local venues seem to add performances, or call back old regulars. Last Sunday my roommate enjoyed free music on the plaza as she read and wrote on the plaza. Even the Oldest Church had a performance too! Shake out the winter blues, and dust from so much wind, and enjoy the gifts of song that bless our cities. Need a break: fly to NM now. (Bring winter clothes too, because a warm day can turn cold fast with little notice.)
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