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SUMMARY:Monthly Jazz Jam
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is welcome to join us on the 3rd Thursday of each month for our FREE MVJBS Monthly Jazz Jams. Jams are held from 6-8 p.m. at Boba Cafe and Cabaret\, 1900 S. Espina\, Las Cruces. Learn more on our website. \nMusicians and vocalists are encouraged to contact Miguel Torres\, jam coordinator\, to let him know you’re interested: mvjbsjazzjam@gmail.com.
URL:https://southwestcontemporary.com/event/monthly-jazz-jam-october/
LOCATION:Boba Cafe and Cabaret\, 1900 S. Espina St.\, Las Cruces\, 88001
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SUMMARY:Mesilla Valley Jazz and Blues Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Mesilla Valley Jazz and Blues Festival will take over the Mesilla Plaza Oct. 1-4 for a weekend of FREE live jazz and blues performances. The band line up and other information is available online at https://www.mvjazzblues.net
URL:https://southwestcontemporary.com/event/mesilla-valley-jazz-and-blues-festival/
LOCATION:Mesilla Plaza\, Calle Principal\, Las Cruces\, New Mexico\, 88005\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Fairs/Festivals,Performances
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SUMMARY:Monthly Gathering with Mesilla Valley Big Band
DESCRIPTION:Dig out your dancing shoes and find a partner before Sept. 20 when the Mesilla Valley Big Band returns to the stage for the Mesilla Valley Jazz and Blues Society’s September Monthly Gathering. \nLed by Las Cruces’ Johnny Lang and comprising almost 20 members\, the big band is a favorite among locals. The ensemble is an affiliate of the MVJBS and can be heard performing at various venues throughout the fall and spring seasons. \nGet ready to pack the hall at Alma D’Arte Charter High School and swing along to tunes by such great composers as Cole Porter\, Thad Jones\, Duke Ellington and Lester Young\, as well as selections such as “How High the Moon\,” by Les Paul and “Critical Mass\,” by Jeff Jarvis. Audiences may also hear such vocal selections as “Something’s Gotta Give\,” “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” and “Night and Day.” \nJoin the jazz and blues society Sunday\, Sept. 20 at 6:30 p.m. for a social and society update\, followed by a full set of live big band music. Bring a dessert or appetizer to share with some of your fellow attendees! Admission is $5 for MVJBS members\, $10 for non-members and $2 for students. Purchase tickets at the door or ahead of time at www.mvjazzblues.net/monthly-gatherings.
URL:https://southwestcontemporary.com/event/monthly-gathering-with-mesilla-valley-big-band/
LOCATION:Alma d’Arte Charter High School\, 402 W. Court Ave.\, Las Cruces\, 88005
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SUMMARY:Mesilla Valley Monthly Jazz Jam
DESCRIPTION:Head over to Boba Cafe and Cabaret on Espina Street every third Thursday of the month for MVJBS’ monthly jazz jam. Attendees enjoy a mix of seasoned and advancing musicians playing and singing with the house band. All are welcome to join in the jam or sit back with the audience. Interested musicians are encouraged to sign up by emailing MVJBSjazzjam@gmail.com.
URL:https://southwestcontemporary.com/event/mesilla-valley-monthly-jazz-jam/
LOCATION:Boba Cafe and Cabaret\, 1900 S. Espina St.\, Las Cruces\, 88001
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SUMMARY:Monthly Jazz Jam
DESCRIPTION:Performers and listeners alike are welcome to join us on the 3rd Thursday of each month for our FREE MVJBS Monthly Jazz Jams. Jams are held from 6-8 p.m. at Boba Cafe and Cabaret\, 1900 S. Espina\, Las Cruces. Learn more on our website. \nMusicians and vocalists are encouraged to contact Miguel Torres\, jam coordinator\, to let him know you’re interested: mvjbsjazzjam@gmail.com.
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SUMMARY:Latin Jazz Project at Mesilla Valley Jazz and Blues Society
DESCRIPTION:The Latin Jazz Project\, an ensemble made up of five local musicians\, will take center stage at the Mesilla Valley Jazz and Blues Society’s August monthly gathering. \nLed by Colin McAllister\, the musicians of the Latin Jazz Project have performed together for five years. You can catch them performing at local venues\, including as a frequent participant of the annual Mesilla Valley Jazz & Blues Festival. \nHead over to Alma d’Arte Charter High School on Sunday\, Aug. 16 for an evening of Latin jazz standards. Join MVJBS members at 6:30 p.m. for a social with live music following at 7 p.m. Remember to bring a dessert or appetizer to share with fellow attendees!
URL:https://southwestcontemporary.com/event/latin-jazz-project-at-mesilla-valley-jazz-and-blues-society/
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