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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T110000
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SUMMARY:Holiday Posada and Student Recital / Singalong
DESCRIPTION:Join our Mexican Music School students when they celebrate the end of the fall term with a Holiday Posada and performance. Come and sing along with traditional Mexican holiday songs! \nYou’ll also have the opportunity to learn all about our guitar and violin programs and register for the Winter 2026 session at a deeply discounted price! \nFree and open to the public. All are invited!
URL:https://sonesdemexico.com/event/holiday-posada-and-student-recital-singalong/
LOCATION:Arturo Velasquez Institute\, 2800 S Western Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60608
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Mexican Music,Posada,Traditional Mexican Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251103T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251103T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T165417
CREATED:20251030T155021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T155021Z
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SUMMARY:Keep Hope Alive: A Benefit for Immigrant Ministry
DESCRIPTION:The Office of Human Dignity and Solidarity Immigration Ministry invites you to join Cardinal Blase J. Cupich for the premier benefit and celebration supporting the Archdiocese of Chicago’s local Immigration Ministry and National Pastoral Migratoria. \nSones de México Ensemble is proud to provide the music for this important event. \nMore information and tickets can be found at http://pvm.archchicago.org/…/immigratio…/keep-hope-alive
URL:https://sonesdemexico.com/event/keep-hope-alive-a-benefit-for-immigrant-ministry/
LOCATION:St. Ignatius Colege Prep\, 1076 W. Roosevelt Road\, Chicago\, IL\, 60608
CATEGORIES:Benefit,Performance,Traditional Mexican Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T220000
DTSTAMP:20260506T165417
CREATED:20250913T165839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T165839Z
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SUMMARY:Día de los Muertos Ritmo del Mar
DESCRIPTION:Sones de México Ensemble joins a special Día de los Muertos edition of Ritmo del Mar\, a series that celebrates Latino culture at the Shedd Aquarium. \n¡Celebra la Vida! Join us for a special Día de los Muertos Ritmo del Mar. Honor tradition and revel in rhythm during a vibrant night of music\, culture\, cuisine and connection — all set against the glowing aquatic world of Shedd. Move to the many beats of música mexicana as we celebrate life\, memory and community. \nAdmission includes all aquarium exhibits and live entertainment. Food and beverages available for purchase.
URL:https://sonesdemexico.com/event/dia-de-los-muertos-ritmo-del-mar/
LOCATION:John G Shedd Aquarium\, 1200 S DuSable Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605
CATEGORIES:Mexican Music,Performance,Traditional Mexican Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T165417
CREATED:20250913T170644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T191628Z
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SUMMARY:Día de los Muertos Concert
DESCRIPTION:Join Sones de México Ensemble as we celebrate Día de los Muertos\, the beloved Mexican holiday where we remember and honor friends\, family\, and community members who have died. \nFree and open to the public. \n¡Esta fiesta es para todos!
URL:https://sonesdemexico.com/event/dia-de-los-muertos-concert-3/
LOCATION:Prairie State College\, 202 S Halsted St\, Chicago Heights\, Illinois\, 60411
CATEGORIES:Mexican Music,Performance,Traditional Mexican Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250919T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250919T190000
DTSTAMP:20260506T165417
CREATED:20250609T154745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T154745Z
UID:7811-1758304800-1758308400@sonesdemexico.com
SUMMARY:Fiesta Mexicana Family Concert (Pilsen\, Chicago)
DESCRIPTION:Sones de Mexico Ensemble presents “Fiesta Mexicana\,” an interactive concert for kids and their parents\, in three special free concerts for the Chicago Park District’s Night Out in the Parks series. Based on our Parents Choice Award-winning album of the same name\, the program includes songs\, storytelling and interactive games that are delivered in English and Spanish. \nJoin us on a journey through Mexican music and the magic world that surrounds it. Learning about the four sacred elements of nature for the Aztecs: Earth\, Wind\, Fire\, and Water. Enjoy songs about different animals that inhabit the Mexican ecosystem\, including the acamaya (a crawfish)\, the crocodile\, the legendary mermaid\, a mouse\, a buzzard\, a duck\, and even a cat! Clap to Mexican rhythms and learn the difference between a slow and a fast tempo with the help of Doña Sabina\, a 100-year-old special guest. \nFirst and foremost\, everyone in the audience will learn how fun it is to play and dance Mexican music! \nCome 1/2 hour early for a Danza de Viejitos Mask Making Workshop. \nFree Admission! \n“Fiesta Mexicana” is presented as part of the Chicago Park District’s Night Out in the Parks series\, supported by the Mayor’s Office and the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events. The Night Out in the Parks program presents cultural events year-round in neighborhood parks throughout the city. In partnership with local artists and organizations\, the initiative brings free\, high-quality arts programming to communities across Chicago. \nThe Pilsen performance of Fiesta Mexicana is co-sponsored by Wintrust Bank.
URL:https://sonesdemexico.com/event/fiesta-mexicana-family-concert-pilsen-chicago/
LOCATION:Dvorak Park\, 1119 W Cullerton St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60608
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Mexican Music,Performance,Traditional Mexican Music
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T140000
DTSTAMP:20260506T165417
CREATED:20250913T165153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T165153Z
UID:7870-1758195000-1758204000@sonesdemexico.com
SUMMARY:A Music Geography of Mexico
DESCRIPTION:With the help of a map and a collection of dozens of authentic musical instruments\, Sones de México Ensemble will take you on a musical journey through various cultural regions of Mexico presenting Aztec dance\, norteña music\, and each of the eight Mexican sones (or song styles) son abajeño\, son planeco\, son de mariachi\, son de tarima\, son istmeño\, son de marimba\, son jarocho\, and other styles of traditional music with instruments\, dance\, repertoire and techniques rarely seen outside their regions. \nFREE ADMISSION
URL:https://sonesdemexico.com/event/a-music-geography-of-mexico/
LOCATION:Malcolm X College\, 1900 W Jackson Blvd\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60612
CATEGORIES:Mexican Music,Performance,Traditional Mexican Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T193000
DTSTAMP:20260506T165417
CREATED:20250825T173750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T173750Z
UID:7860-1756405800-1756409400@sonesdemexico.com
SUMMARY:Corridos: Mexican Tragic Ballad Songwriting Workshop [online series in ENGLISH]
DESCRIPTION:Learn to write an authentic Mexican “corrido” in this free\, three-part online workshop with Juan Díes\, co-founder of the GRAMMY and Latin GRAMMY Nominated Sones de México Ensemble. \nThursdays\, Aug 28-Sep 11 at 6:30pm (in English) \n\nAug 28 – Part 1: History and Definition of corrido\nSep 04 – Part 2: The poetry and narrative of corrido\nSep 11 – Part 3: Composition of an original corrido\n\nThis workshop is FREE and open to all ages. This program is sponsored in part by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council. \nSign up at http://sones.fun/corridos to receive the link to the sessions.
URL:https://sonesdemexico.com/event/corridos-mexican-tragic-ballad-songwriting-workshop-online-series-in-english/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Education,Lessons,Traditional Mexican Music,Virtual,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250823T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250823T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T165417
CREATED:20250609T160142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T151415Z
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SUMMARY:La Noche del Son 2025
DESCRIPTION:Sones de Mexico Ensemble and Cuerdas Clasicas join The Mexican Folkloric Dance Company of Chicago for a spectacular music and dance celebration August 23 at Chicago’s Kehrein Center For The Arts. \nDon’t miss this meeting of three Chicago Cultural Treasures on one stage as they celebrate the heart & soul of Mexican culture. \nTickets on sale now at kcachicago.org
URL:https://sonesdemexico.com/event/save-the-date-la-noche-del-son-2025/
LOCATION:Kehrein Center of the Arts\, 5628 W Washington B;vd\, Chicago\, IL\, 60644
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Folkloric Dance,Mexican Music,Traditional Mexican Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T160000
DTSTAMP:20260506T165417
CREATED:20250617T185404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T164443Z
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SUMMARY:Taste of Chicago Albany Park
DESCRIPTION:Join Sones de Mexico Ensemble at a neighborhood pop-up edition of the City of Chicago’s famous Taste of Chicago. Enjoy deliciously diverse food from neighborhood eateries along with music\, activities\, and vendors that reflect the cultural diversity of this unique Chicago neighborhood.\n\nThe festival is open from noon until 8:00 PM. Sones de México Ensemble performs at 3:00 PM.\nThe complete schedule is at http://chicago.gov/…/dca/supp_info/taste_of_chicago3.html\n\nTaste of Chicago is a free festival presented by the City of Chicago’s Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events.
URL:https://sonesdemexico.com/event/taste-of-chicago-albany-park/
LOCATION:Albany Park\, Chicago\, 4700 N Kimball Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60625
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Family Friendly,Festival,Mexican Music,Performance,Traditional Mexican Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250725T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250725T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T165417
CREATED:20250609T153956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T153956Z
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SUMMARY:Fiesta Mexicana Family Concert (Brighton Park\, Chicago)
DESCRIPTION:Sones de Mexico Ensemble presents Fiesta Mexicana\, an interactive concert for kids and their parents\, in three special free concerts for the Chicago Park District’s Night Out in the Parks series. Based on our Parents Choice Award-winning album of the same name\, the program includes songs\, storytelling and interactive games that are delivered in English and Spanish. \nJoin us on a journey through Mexican music and the magic world that surrounds it. Learning about the four sacred elements of nature for the Aztecs: Earth\, Wind\, Fire\, and Water. Enjoy songs about different animals that inhabit the Mexican ecosystem\, including the acamaya (a crawfish)\, the crocodile\, the legendary mermaid\, a mouse\, a buzzard\, a duck\, and even a cat! Clap to Mexican rhythms and learn the difference between a slow and a fast tempo with the help of Doña Sabina\, a 100-year-old special guest. \nFirst and foremost\, everyone in the audience will learn how fun it is to play and dance Mexican music! \nCome 1/2 hour early for a Danza de Viejitos Mask Making Workshop. \nFree Admission! \nFiesta Mexicana is presented as part of the Chicago Park District’s Night Out in the Parks series\, supported by the Mayor’s Office and the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events. The Night Out in the Parks program presents cultural events year-round in neighborhood parks throughout the city. In partnership with local artists and organizations\, the initiative brings free\, high-quality arts programming to communities across Chicago.
URL:https://sonesdemexico.com/event/fiesta-mexicana-family-concert-brighton-park-chicago/
LOCATION:Park 596 (Brighton Park Communty Campus)\, 4830 S Western Ave\, Chicago\, IL
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Family Friendly,Mexican Music,Performance,Traditional Mexican Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T165417
CREATED:20250609T152914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T152914Z
UID:7801-1753383600-1753387200@sonesdemexico.com
SUMMARY:Fiesta Mexicana Family Concert (East Side\, Chicago)
DESCRIPTION:Sones de Mexico Ensemble presents “Fiesta Mexicana\,” an interactive concert for kids and their parents\, in three special free concerts for the Chicago Park District’s Night Out in the Parks series. Based on our Parents Choice Award-winning album of the same name\, the program includes songs\, storytelling and interactive games that are delivered in English and Spanish. \nJoin us on a journey through Mexican music and the magic world that surrounds it. Learning about the four sacred elements of nature for the Aztecs: Earth\, Wind\, Fire\, and Water. Enjoy songs about different animals that inhabit the Mexican ecosystem\, including the acamaya (a crawfish)\, the crocodile\, the legendary mermaid\, a mouse\, a buzzard\, a duck\, and even a cat! Clap to Mexican rhythms and learn the difference between a slow and a fast tempo with the help of Doña Sabina\, a 100-year-old special guest. \nFirst and foremost\, everyone in the audience will learn how fun it is to play and dance Mexican music! \nCome 1/2 hour early for a Danza de Viejitos Mask Making Workshop. \nFree Admission! \n“Fiesta Mexicana” is presented as part of the Chicago Park District’s Night Out in the Parks series\, supported by the Mayor’s Office and the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events. The Night Out in the Parks program presents cultural events year-round in neighborhood parks throughout the city. In partnership with local artists and organizations\, the initiative brings free\, high-quality arts programming to communities across Chicago.
URL:https://sonesdemexico.com/event/fiesta-mexicana-family-concert-east-side-chicago/
LOCATION:Rowan Park\, 11546 S Avenue L\, Chicago\, IL\, 60617
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Mexican Music,Traditional Mexican Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250720T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250720T210000
DTSTAMP:20260506T165417
CREATED:20250617T183925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T183925Z
UID:7831-1753041600-1753045200@sonesdemexico.com
SUMMARY:World Fair US (Chicago)
DESCRIPTION:Sones de Mexico Ensemble will perform three times this summer at World Fair US in suburban Chicago\, IL. \nWorld Fair US is a global cultural festival coming to Chicago July 7-28! Live performances\, authentic food\, rides and more! With a rich history of bringing together cultures from East Asia\, Europe\, the Americas\, Japan\, and South Korea\, World Fair US sets the stage for a truly global experience. \nSones de Mexico Ensemble Ensemble will perform on the Main Stage at 8:00 PM on July 9\, 17\, and 20. \nLearn all about this family friendly event and buy tickets at worldfairus.com. \nEarly bird discount tickets are available for a limited time!
URL:https://sonesdemexico.com/event/world-fair-us-chicago-2/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Family Friendly,Festival,Mexican Music,Performance,Traditional Mexican Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T210000
DTSTAMP:20260506T165417
CREATED:20250617T183533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T183533Z
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SUMMARY:World Fair US (Chicago)
DESCRIPTION:Sones de Mexico Ensemble will perform three times this summer at World Fair US in suburban Chicago\, IL. \nWorld Fair US is a global cultural festival coming to Chicago July 7-28! Live performances\, authentic food\, rides and more! With a rich history of bringing together cultures from East Asia\, Europe\, the Americas\, Japan\, and South Korea\, World Fair US sets the stage for a truly global experience. \nSones de Mexico Ensemble Ensemble will perform on the Main Stage at 8:00 PM on July 9\, 17\, and 20. \nLearn all about this family friendly event and buy tickets at worldfairus.com. \nEarly bird discount tickets are available for a limited time.
URL:https://sonesdemexico.com/event/world-fair-us-chicago/
LOCATION:Seat Geek Stadium\, 7000 S Harlem Ave\, Bridgeview\, IL\, 60455
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Family Friendly,Festival,Mexican Music,Performance,Traditional Mexican Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250709T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250709T210000
DTSTAMP:20260506T165417
CREATED:20250617T182943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T184053Z
UID:7824-1752091200-1752094800@sonesdemexico.com
SUMMARY:World Fair US (Chicago)
DESCRIPTION:Sones de Mexico Ensemble will perform three times this summer at World Fair US in suburban Chicago\, IL. \nWorld Fair US is a global cultural festival coming to Chicago July 7-28! Live performances\, authentic food\, rides and more! With a rich history of bringing together cultures from East Asia\, Europe\, the Americas\, Japan\, and South Korea\, World Fair US sets the stage for a truly global experience. \nSones de Mexico Ensemble Ensemble will perform on the Main Stage at 8:00 PM on July 9\, 17\, and 20. \nLearn all about this family friendly event and buy tickets at worldfairus.com. \nEarly Bird discount tickets are available for a limited time!
URL:https://sonesdemexico.com/event/worls-fair-us-chicago/
LOCATION:Seat Geek Stadium\, 7000 S Harlem Ave\, Bridgeview\, IL\, 60455
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Family Friendly,Festival,Mexican Music,Performance,Traditional Mexican Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T163000
DTSTAMP:20260506T165417
CREATED:20250408T190952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T221656Z
UID:7726-1747490400-1747499400@sonesdemexico.com
SUMMARY:CORRIDOS: Mexican Tragic Ballad Song Writing Workshop Taught in Spanish
DESCRIPTION:CORRIDOS: Mexican Tragic Ballad Songwriting Workshop Taught in Spanish \nLearn to write an authentic Mexican “corrido” in this free workshop with Juan Díes\, folklorist and co-founder of the GRAMMY and Latin GRAMMY Nominated Sones de México Ensemble. \nThe corrido is a 150‐year-old Mexican ballad tradition that narrates tragic tales based on true events and honors folk heroes. Learn about the history of this tradition and the rules for writing the poetic lyrics of these captivating songs. \nBy the end of this workshop the class will have written an original Spanish-language song in a corrido form. \nThe workshop is free and open to the public. \nThis event is sponsored in part by a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts.
URL:https://sonesdemexico.com/event/corridos-mexican-tragic-ballad-song-writing-workshop/
LOCATION:Poetry Foundation\, 61 W Superior St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60654
CATEGORIES:Education,Mexican Music,Traditional Mexican Music,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T165417
CREATED:20250408T185744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T185744Z
UID:7720-1744912800-1744920000@sonesdemexico.com
SUMMARY:"Escaramuza\, the Poetics of Home" Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:Members of Sones de México Ensemble will perform at the April 17 opening night reception of “Escaramuza\, the Poetics of Home” at the Poetry Foundation. The exhibition explores escaramuza\, the team sport of women’s precision horse riding\, addressing complex themes of identity\, family\, and gender with a lush combination of poetry and photography. \nThe exhibit features the photography of Constance Jaeggi and the reception will include an artist talk and readings by Mexican American poets Angelina Sáenz and ire’ne lara silva. Members of Sones de México Ensemble will close the reception with music. \nAdmission is free.
URL:https://sonesdemexico.com/event/escaramuza-the-poetics-of-home-opening-reception/
LOCATION:Poetry Foundation\, 61 W Superior St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60654
CATEGORIES:Mexican Music,Performance,Traditional Mexican Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T165417
CREATED:20241114T184529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T184529Z
UID:7629-1733569200-1733576400@sonesdemexico.com
SUMMARY:La Posada Student Performance (Centro Romero)
DESCRIPTION:Join our music school students when they celebrate the end of the fall term with a Posada and performance of Mexican holiday music. Learn all about our Mexican Music School programs and register for the 2025 session at a deeply discounted price! \nFree and open to the public!
URL:https://sonesdemexico.com/event/la-posada-student-performance-centro-romero/
LOCATION:Centro Romero\, 6216 N Clark St\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60660
CATEGORIES:Education,Family Friendly,Posada,School,Traditional Mexican Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241107T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241107T193000
DTSTAMP:20260506T165417
CREATED:20240830T161725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T161642Z
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SUMMARY:Beyond The Music: Foodways Edition
DESCRIPTION:Beyond the Music Foodways Edition: A Music and Culinary Geography of Mexico is a lively lecture/demo presentation that combines music and cuisine with a multi-media cultural history of Mexican regions to better understand the origins of the various musical styles and regional cuisines as well as their significance to the diverse peoples that make up Mexico. \nJoin two-time GRAMMY nominated Sones de México Ensemble and award-winning Chef Dudley Nieto on a journey to explore Mexico’s geography through a musical and culinary experience. \nThis series is free and open to the public and is presented in collaboration with local organizations throughout the U.S. \nThis program sponsored in part by a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts.
URL:https://sonesdemexico.com/event/beyond-the-music-foodways-edition-5/
LOCATION:UNAM Chicago\, 350 W. Erie Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60654
CATEGORIES:Beyond the Music,Mexican Music,Performance,Traditional Mexican Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241102T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241102T193000
DTSTAMP:20260506T165417
CREATED:20241011T153320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T161452Z
UID:7607-1730570400-1730575800@sonesdemexico.com
SUMMARY:Día de los Muertos Concert (Eugene\, OR)
DESCRIPTION:Sones de Mexico Ensemble travels to the University of Oregon to present a pair of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) concerts at the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art on November 1 & 2. \nThe concert begins at 6:00 PM Pacific time. \nThis free family-friendly event invites all ages to experience the magic of Day of the Dead through vibrant melodies and cultural traditions. Don’t miss this unforgettable evening of joy\, reflection\, and community spirit! \nGeneral Admission Free Event. First come\, first served.
URL:https://sonesdemexico.com/event/dia-de-los-muertos-concert-eugene-or-2/
LOCATION:Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at University of Oregon\, 1430 Johnson Lane\, Eugene\, OR\, 97403
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Family Friendly,Mexican Music,Performance,Traditional Mexican Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241102T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241102T160000
DTSTAMP:20260506T165417
CREATED:20241017T160951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T142328Z
UID:7614-1730559600-1730563200@sonesdemexico.com
SUMMARY:Beyond the Music: Foodways Edition
DESCRIPTION:Beyond the Music Foodways Edition: A Music and Culinary Geography of Mexico is a lively lecture/demo presentation that combines music and cuisine with a multi-media cultural history of Mexican regions to better understand the origins of the various musical styles and regional cuisines as well as their significance to the diverse peoples that make up Mexico. \nJoin two-time GRAMMY nominated Sones de México Ensemble and award-winning Chef Dudley Nieto on a journey to explore Mexico’s geography through a musical and culinary experience. \nThe event takes place at the University of Oregon Many Nations Longhouse\,1630 Columbia St\, Eugene\, OR. \nPresented by Adelante Sí\, Hispanic Organization of Lane County\, the Student Organization-MEChA (Movimiento Estudiantil for Change and Advocacy)\, and the Jordan Schnitzer Museum. \nThis series is free and open to the public and is presented in collaboration with local organizations throughout the U.S. \nThis program sponsored in part by a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts.
URL:https://sonesdemexico.com/event/beyond-the-music-foodways-edition-7/
LOCATION:University of Oregon Many Nations Longhouse\, 1630 Columbia St.\, Eugene\, OR\, 97403
CATEGORIES:Beyond the Music,Concerts,Lecture,Mexican Music,Performance,Traditional Mexican Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241101T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241101T193000
DTSTAMP:20260506T165417
CREATED:20241011T152614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T161549Z
UID:7601-1730484000-1730489400@sonesdemexico.com
SUMMARY:Día de los Muertos Concert (Eugene\, OR)
DESCRIPTION:Sones de México Ensemble travels to the University of Oregon to present a pair of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) concerts at the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art on November 1 & 2. \nThe concert begins at 6:00 PM Pacific time. \nThis free family-friendly event invites all ages to experience the magic of Day of the Dead through vibrant melodies and cultural traditions. Don’t miss this unforgettable evening of joy\, reflection\, and community spirit! \nGeneral Admission Free Event. First come\, first served.
URL:https://sonesdemexico.com/event/dia-de-los-muertos-concert-eugene-or/
LOCATION:Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at University of Oregon\, 1430 Johnson Lane\, Eugene\, OR\, 97403
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Family Friendly,Mexican Music,Performance,Traditional Mexican Music
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sonesdemexico.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/2013-Sones-de-Mexico_by-Creative-Day-Photography-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241101T145500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241101T154000
DTSTAMP:20260506T165417
CREATED:20241017T154418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T211557Z
UID:7609-1730472900-1730475600@sonesdemexico.com
SUMMARY:Beyond the Music: Foodways Edition
DESCRIPTION:Beyond the Music Foodways Edition: A Music and Culinary Geography of Mexico is a lively lecture/demo presentation that combines music and cuisine with a multi-media cultural history of Mexican regions to better understand the origins of the various musical styles and regional cuisines as well as their significance to the diverse peoples that make up Mexico. \nJoin two-time GRAMMY nominated Sones de México Ensemble and award-winning Chef Dudley Nieto on a journey to explore Mexico’s geography through a musical and culinary experience. \nThis series is free and open to the public and is presented in collaboration with local organizations throughout the U.S. \nPresented by Adelante Sí\, Hispanic Organization of Lane County. \nThis program sponsored in part by a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts.
URL:https://sonesdemexico.com/event/beyond-the-music-foodways-edition-6/
LOCATION:Kelly Middle School\, 850 Howard Ave.\, Eugene\, OR\, 97404
CATEGORIES:Beyond the Music,Lecture,Mexican Music,Traditional Mexican Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241025T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241025T213000
DTSTAMP:20260506T165417
CREATED:20240912T223713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T152711Z
UID:7576-1729884600-1729891800@sonesdemexico.com
SUMMARY:Day of the Dead Concert / Concierto del Día de los Muertos
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Día de los Muertos with Sones de México Ensemble in Dominican University’s Lund Auditorium on Friday\, October 25th! Enjoy captivating Mexican folk music and contribute to our community ofrenda\, honoring loved ones with photos and mementos.  \nThis family-friendly event invites all ages to experience the magic of Day of the Dead through vibrant melodies and cultural traditions. Don’t miss this unforgettable evening of joy\, reflection\, and community spirit! \n$29 Adults (Kids and Seniors $20*) \n*Kids Under 12 and Seniors 65+ \nTicket link: https://dominicanuniversity.vbotickets.com/event/sones_de_mexico_%E2%80%93_day_of_the_dead_concert/135383
URL:https://sonesdemexico.com/event/day-of-the-dead-concert-concierto-del-dia-de-los-muertos/
LOCATION:Dominican University Performing Arts Center\, 7900 W Division Street\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Family Friendly,Mexican Music,Traditional Mexican Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T180000
DTSTAMP:20260506T165417
CREATED:20240912T144701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T142609Z
UID:7570-1726938000-1726941600@sonesdemexico.com
SUMMARY:Mexican Folkloric Dance Company of Chicago with Sones de México Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:The Mexican Folkloric Dance Company of Chicago celebrates the diversity of the Village of Bolingbrook in a performance with live music by Sones de México Ensemble. \nThis community event is presented by the Village of Bolingbrook and the Southwest Suburban Immigrant Project is free and open to the public. It is part of the 10th Annual Day of the Immigrant celebration starting at 1 PM. \nThis Mexican Folkloric Dance Company of Chicago performance is partially supported by the Illinois Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts. \nFor more information on the 10th Annual Day of the Immigrant celebration\, allevents.in/bolingbrook/10th-annual-day-of-the-immigrant
URL:https://sonesdemexico.com/event/mexican-folkloric-dance-company-of-chicago-with-sones-de-mexico-ensemble/
LOCATION:Roger C Claar Performing Arts Center\, 375 W Briarcliff Road\, Bolingbrook\, IL\, 60440
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Family Friendly,Folkloric Dance,Mexican Music,Traditional Mexican Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T140000
DTSTAMP:20260506T165417
CREATED:20240830T154437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T144643Z
UID:7556-1726664400-1726668000@sonesdemexico.com
SUMMARY:Beyond the Music: A Musical Geography of Mexico
DESCRIPTION:With the help of a map and a collection of dozens of authentic musical instruments\, Sones de México Ensemble will take you on a one-hour musical journey through various cultural regions of Mexico presenting Aztec dance\, norteña music\, and each of the eight Mexican sones (or song styles) son abajeño\, son planeco\, son de mariachi\, son de tarima\, son istmeño\, son de marimba\, son jarocho\, and other styles of traditional music with instruments\, dance\, repertoire and techniques rarely seen outside their regions. \nFREE ADMISSION
URL:https://sonesdemexico.com/event/beyond-the-music-a-musical-geography-of-mexico-24/
LOCATION:College of DuPage\, 425 Fawell Blvd\, Glen Ellyn\, IL\, 60137
CATEGORIES:Beyond the Music,Mexican Music,Performance,Traditional Mexican Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T150000
DTSTAMP:20260506T165417
CREATED:20240712T143809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240712T143809Z
UID:7379-1725804000-1725807600@sonesdemexico.com
SUMMARY:In Concert: Evanston Folk Festival
DESCRIPTION:Sones de México Ensemble will join dozens of premiere folk artists at the Evanston Folk Festival in beautiful Dawes Park overlooking Lake Michigan. Sones de México Ensemble hits the stage at 2:00 PM on Sunday\, but there is plenty of great music to be heard on both days of the Fest. \nAbout Evanston Folk Fest: \nThe first-ever Evanston Folk Festival will take place on the lakefront at Dawes Park: Saturday\, September 7 + Sunday\, September 8 from 11:30am to 8:30pm. Join us on our spectacular lake front for a celebration of the rich folk music tradition that has guided Space since day one\, and has so many roots in our Evanston community. A folky folk festival if ever there was one\, and with the most stunning views of Lake Michigan\, we’re honored to be entrusted with this special location and responsibility. \nWe’ve got all sorts of fun up our sleeves for this weekend:\n– Three musical stages featuring 30+ artists and pop-up performances throughout the event\n– In Conversation Tent featuring speakers\, panels\, and interviews\n– Evanston’s finest food and beverage offerings\n– Family Friendly programming and activities\n– Sweeping views of Lake Michigan \nComplete info is at evanstonfolkfestival.com \nSingle-Day Tickets on sale Friday\, July 12 at 10am\n2-Day Passes On-Sale Now
URL:https://sonesdemexico.com/event/in-concert-evanston-folk-festival/
LOCATION:Dawes Park\, 1700 Sheridan Road\, Evanston\, IL\, 60201
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Family Friendly,Festival,Mexican Music,Performance,Traditional Mexican Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240907T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240907T104500
DTSTAMP:20260506T165417
CREATED:20240830T152640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240831T160618Z
UID:7552-1725705000-1725705900@sonesdemexico.com
SUMMARY:The Black Music of Mexico at the 79th Street Renaissance Festival
DESCRIPTION:Sones de México Ensemble\, a two-time Grammy Award-nominated Mexican folk music non-profit organization founded in 1994 and promoter of deep dives into Mexican culture\, presents “The Black Music of Mexico” series. This captivating series explores the presence of African culture in Mexico\, spotlighting the profound influence of Black individuals on the country’s vibrant history and current culture with the aim of finding common ground and promote kinship between Chicago’s Black and Mexican communities. \nThe series transcends the stage to honor the Afro-Mexican population\, a facet often relegated to the sidelines in conversations about Mexico’s ethnic diversity. \nAfrican-influenced styles of Mexican music to be explored include son jarocho\, mariachi\, Chilenas\, and son de artesa. \nWe’re pleased to announce that the 79th Street Renaissance Festival has invited us back to present an abbreviated version of this program. The Festival is located at the intersection of 79th Street and Racine Avenue and presented by the Greater Auburn Gresham Development Corporation. More information is at https://www.gagdc.org/index.html \nFestival hours are 10AM to 8PM. Free and open to the public.
URL:https://sonesdemexico.com/event/the-black-music-of-mexico-at-the-79th-street-renaissance-festival/
LOCATION:79th Street Renaissance Festival\, 79th Street & Racine Avenue\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60620
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Education,Festival,Mexican Music,Performance,Traditional Mexican Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240818T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240818T190000
DTSTAMP:20260506T165417
CREATED:20240808T171423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T171423Z
UID:7501-1724004000-1724007600@sonesdemexico.com
SUMMARY:Glenwood Avenue Arts Festival (Chicago)
DESCRIPTION:Sones de México Ensemble visits the diverse Chicago neighborhood of Rogers Park for a free performance at the 23rd Annual Glenwood Arts Festival. Join us at the east stage located at 1300 W Morse Avenue. \nFor over two decades\, the Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest has been a beacon of artistic celebration\, embodying grassroots spirit and volunteer-driven ethos within Chicago. Organized by the community\, this immersive weekend event showcases over 100 artist booths\, invites exploration of open studios\, and pulsates with vibrant live entertainment across outdoor stages. It stands as one of the few neighborhood festivals where attendees directly engage with creators\, discovering and acquiring unique handmade artworks. \nFor more information\, visit glenwoodave.org
URL:https://sonesdemexico.com/event/glenwood-avenue-arts-festival-chicago/
LOCATION:Glenwood Avenue Arts District\, 6900 N Glenwood Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60626
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Festival,Mexican Music,Performance,Traditional Mexican Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240804T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240804T183000
DTSTAMP:20260506T165417
CREATED:20240703T153348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T153348Z
UID:7359-1722790800-1722796200@sonesdemexico.com
SUMMARY:Levitt AMP Green Bay Music Series
DESCRIPTION:Sones de México Ensemble travels to Green Bay\, WI to perform a free outdoor concert for the Levitt AMP Green Bay Music Series. \nThe Levitt AMP Green Bay Music Series is supported in part by the Mortimer & Mimi Levitt Foundation\, which partners with changemakers and nonprofits across the country to activate underused outdoor spaces through the power of free\, live music—bringing people together\, fostering belonging\, and invigorating community life. Presenting high-caliber talent and a broad array of music genres and cultural programming\, Levitt concerts are welcoming and inclusive destinations where people of all ages and backgrounds come together.
URL:https://sonesdemexico.com/event/levitt-amp-green-bay-music-series/
LOCATION:Leicht Memorial Park\, 128 Dousman Street\, Green Bay\, WI\, 54303
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Mexican Music,Performance,Traditional Mexican Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240804T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240804T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T165417
CREATED:20240703T154700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T154700Z
UID:7363-1722772800-1722776400@sonesdemexico.com
SUMMARY:Beyond the Music Foodways Edition
DESCRIPTION:Beyond the Music Foodways Edition: A Music and Culinary Geography of Mexico is a lively lecture/demo presentation that combines music and cuisine with a multi-media cultural history of Mexican regions to better understand the origins of the various musical styles and regional cuisines as well as their significance to the diverse peoples that make up Mexico. \nJoin two-time GRAMMY nominated Sones de México Ensemble and award-winning chef Dudley Nieto on a journey to explore Mexico’s geography through a musical and culinary experience. \nThis series is free and open to the public and is presented in collaboration with local organizations throughout the U.S. \nThis program sponsored in part by a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts.
URL:https://sonesdemexico.com/event/beyond-the-music-foodways-edition-4/
LOCATION:Urban Cultural Arts Center / Art & Event Center\, 906 E Walnut Street\, Green Bay\, WI\, 54301
CATEGORIES:Beyond the Music,Lecture,Traditional Mexican Music
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