Hotel Emma’s Salvation Army benefit kicks off with concert on Saturday

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Hotel Emma will host a holiday concert this Saturday to kick off the season. Photo: Nick Simonite, used with permission. 

Hotel Emma is thrilled and honored to continue their annual Salvation Army benefit this holiday season from December 14 through December 22. To kick off the holiday season and give a special preview of the upcoming caroling, Hotel Emma will host a concert on Saturday, December 1 from 3p.m. to 5p.m. in the Pearl Amphitheatre. The community of San Antonio is invited to sing along with local 12-year old musician Marisa Rose Mejia and additional holiday performances including the Children’s Choir. Santa will be available for photo opportunities and guests will be able to enjoy complimentary cookies and hot chocolate during the performance. The presentation is free and open to the public. (Hotel Emma, 2018)

Chordsmen will perform in Supper for guests’ enjoyment from December 14 through December 22 from 11a.m. to 2p.m. Reservations for Supper are encouraged and can be made by calling (210) 448-8351. Donations can be made to the Salvation Army kettles in Supper and in the hotel lobby area. Hotel Emma will be matching all donations received up to $5,000.

Holiday Performance:
Pearl Amphitheatre
303 Pearl Pkwy
San Antonio, TX 78215

Carolers at Supper:
Supper at Hotel Emma
136 E Grayson St
San Antonio, TX 78215

Free jazz concert and holiday tree lighting at La Cantera Resort & Spa

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Vincent Ingala will be performing at this year’s holiday tree lighting at La Cantera Resort & Spa. Courtesy photo, used with permission. 

La Cantera Resort & Spa, a Destination Hotel, sets a sweet and soulful tone for the holiday season as it hosts a free jazz concert by Vincent Ingala on Thursday November 29 from 7p.m. to 9p.m.  The Grinch is sure to steal hearts as he joins Santa for the annual holiday tree lighting ceremony at 8p.m. on Plaza San Saba.  Guests will be able to enjoy free holiday treats, children’s activities and photos with Santa.  Donations will be accepted and proceeds will benefit the San Antonio Library Foundation.  (La Cantera Resort & Spa, 2018)

 Vincent Ingala is a twenty-something music prodigy who has catapulted to the top of the Billboard Contemporary Jazz charts, garnering three Billboard #1s and eight top 10 hits.  Handpicked to open for Dave Koz at the age of 16, Ingala is an old soul with a musical identity and wisdom well beyond his years.  His musical influences span the worlds of jazz, R&B, disco, pop and beyond.  A virtual one-man band playing everything from tenor saxophone, piano and drums to guitar, bass and lead vocals, Ingala possesses ingenuity, extraordinary versatility and an endless supply of inspiration.

 La Cantera Resort & Spa
16441 La Cantera Pkwy
Plaza San Saba, just off the main lobby
San Antonio, TX  78256
(210) 558-6500

Amanda Miguel and Diego Verdaguer at the Aztec Theatre

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Amanda Miguel and Diego Verdaguer, along with their daughter Ana Victoria will be performing at the Aztec Theatre this Friday November 2. Photo: Diam Music, used with permission. 

Internationally renowned husband and wife duo Amanda Miguel and Diego Verdaguer successfully launched their ‘Siempre Juntos U.S. Tour 2018’ recently at The Wiltern in Los Angeles. The tour features their daughter, Latin ®Grammy nominated artist Ana Victoria only on select dates. They will be making a stop in San Antonio on Friday November 2 at 8p.m. when they perform at the Aztec Theatre with Ana Victoria. Tickets start at $49.50 and are available online. Other Texas dates include November 3 at the Houston House of Blues and November 4 at the Dallas House of Blues, both will include Ana Victoria as well. (Vesper Public Relations, 2018)

The highly anticipated concert with the acclaimed Argentinean-Mexican musical couple attracted an inter-generational crowd who passionately sang along for nearly two hours to songs that made them cry and laugh, emotions that re-appear each time the couple performs on stages throughout the world. Their daughter Ana Victoria accompanied them on stage and proved that she is also a talented singer with her own style. After the Los Angeles show, Amanda and Diego traveled to Sacramento and San Francisco, where they drew strong crowds of diehard fans who came to listen and sing along to the music that makes them remember and relive their passions.

Amanda Miguel has sold more than 40 million albums worldwide during her 35 plus year career. With 12 studio albums and multiple awards from around the globe, she is considered one of the most representative Latin American artists since the early 1980s for songs such as “Él Me Mintió,” “Mi Buen Corazón,” “Hagamos un Trato,” “Donde Brilla el Sol,” “Castillos,” “Como un Títere,” “Cosquillas en el Pecho,” “Dudas,” “Las Pequeñas Cosas” and “El Gato y Yo”. She currently has more than 650 million views on YouTube.

Diego Verdaguer is a multi-platinum selling artist and has been nominated for three Latin Grammys®. A composer of more than 50 classic songs, Diego has sold more than 20 million records and has been accredited with 20 Gold records. On YouTube, Diego has more than 260,000 followers and has more than 730 million views. He has also produced more than 20 records, 9 of which are Amanda Miguel’s. He is best known for his singles “Volveré,” “El Pasadiscos,” “La Ladrona,” “Pideme”, “Quien de los dos será” and “Voy a conquistarte”– the latter in the Regional Mexican genre.

Siempre Juntos U.S. Tour 2018 is full of musical surprises and features a dynamic repertoire of classic songs, thanks to the tremendous talent of Amanda Miguel and Diego Verdaguer whose performances always receive standing ovations from their many enthusiastic fans.

Aztec Theatre
104 N St. Mary’s St
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 812-4355

Jazz It Up In Downtown New Braunfels

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As part of Jazz It Up In Downtown New Braunfels, Krause’s Café will host three concerts this weekend. Courtesy photo, used with permission. 

Jazz it Up In Downtown New Braunfels is taking place this weekend. New Orleans native and three-time Grammy Award® winner Branford Marsalis Quartet is only playing three intimate venues in the state of Texas, and the Brauntex Theatre in New Braunfels was chosen as one of them. In honor of this, the Brauntex Theatre, Krause’s Cafe and Biergarten and Huisache Grill are throwing a jazz-themed event with three different types of jazz bands. (Jazz It Up in Downtown New Braunfels, 2018)

The Jazz It Up In Downtown New Braunfels lineup includes:

Friday, October 12 at 7:30p.m.- Branford Marsalis Quartet at the Brauntex Theatre.
Renowned Grammy Award-winning saxophonist and Tony Award nominee Branford Marsalis is one of the most revered instrumentalists of his time. He is the former leader of the Tonight Show Band and current leader of The Branford Marsalis Quartet, one of the most innovative and forward-thinking jazz ensembles around today. Tickets range from $58 to $88 and are available online.

Friday, October 12 at 8p.m. – SOUL SESSIONS at Krause’s Cafe. Free admission.

Saturday, October 13 at 8p.m. – Aaron Stephens at Krause’s Cafe. Free admission.
Born near Chicago and raised in McAllen, Texas, Aaron Stephens stormed into the rich Texas music landscape with his debut album, “Hard Times, Straight Lines.” Blessed with rich, versatile vocals that evoke legends such as Bill Withers and Stevie Wonder, Stephens furthers his sound with funky rhythm and melodic lead guitar weaved together with stirring, heartfelt lyrics.

Sunday, October 13 at 6p.m. – Dirty River Dixie Band at Krause’s Cafe. Free admission.
The Dirty River Dixie Band is a traditional style jazz band hailing from San Antonio. They have performed in several central venues such as Jazz Tx, Sam’s Burger Joint, Luna Jazz Club and The Cove. Their goal is to bring high energy and expertise to a style of music that some have forgotten.

Krause’s Café and Biergarten
148 S. Castell Ave.
New Braunfels, TX 78130
(830) 625-2807

Live Jazz at Buddy V’s Ristorante

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Buddy V’s will now have live jazz on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays featuring Alex and Karen Sutherlin.  Courtesy photo, used with permission. 

Guests to Buddy V’s Ristorante can now enjoy some soft jazz with their favorite Italian meal. Located at The Shops at La Cantera, Buddy V’s is proud to introduce husband-and-wife duo Alex and Karen Sutherlin, who will bring their sweet jazz stylings to the restaurant on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 6p.m. to 9p.m. and Saturdays from 12p.m. to 3p.m. (Buddy V’s Ristorante, 2018)

Combined with the restaurant’s unbeatable deals, including all-day happy hour specials for ladies on Tuesdays and 50% off all wine bottles on Wednesdays, their sultry tunes are another great reason to bring friends and family for a delicious meal.

Buddy V’s Ristorante
15900 La Cantera Pkwy
San Antonio, TX 78256
(210) 462-1167

Grammy-nominated Buika to perform at Pearl

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Grammy-nominated Spanish artist Buika will be performing at the Pearl on Friday August 4. Photo: Manuel Velez, used with permission.

To celebrate San Antonio’s Tricentennial and its Spanish heritage, Pearl developed Olé, San Antonio: When San Antonio Meets Spain. This summer-long celebration runs until Sunday September 16 to commemorate the city’s 300th anniversary and includes events and activities related to four main pillars: gastronomy, music and dance, arts and architecture. (Pearl, 2018)

As a part of Olé, Grammy-nominated artist from Spain Concha Buika will perform a special concert at Pearl Park on Friday August 4 from 7p.m. to 10p.m. Known commonly by her stage name, Buika, the Spanish singer was voted one of “50 Great Voices” by NPR and nominated for the Latin Grammy Award for Album of the Year. Concha Buika will take over Pearl Park with a stunning performance that draws inspiration from flamenco, jazz and R&B. San Antonio favorite, Las Coronelas, the all-female mariachi group will open the show. The performance is free and open to the public. Parking information available online.

Pearl Park
303 Pearl Pkwy
San Antonio, TX 78215
(210) 212-7260

Disco queen Gloria Gaynor at La Cantera Resort & Spa

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Gloria Gaynor will headline the opening concert for The Luxury Weekend at La Cantera Resort & Spa. Photo: La Cantera Resort & Spa, used with permission.

Gloria Gaynor, the Queen of Disco, will be making her San Antonio debut as she headlines the opening concert for The Luxury Weekend at La Cantera Resort & Spa. Set for Friday September 15 at 8:30p.m. the Resort’s grand ballroom will be transformed into a Disco time machine. Tickets are $169 per person or $300 per couple and are available online. The price includes cocktail upon arrival, bottle of champagne for the purchase of one $300 ticket, fashions by Neiman Marcus, art display/sale by AnArte Gallery and light bites from Resort Chefs and visiting Chefs from Mexico – Alberto Senties, Susana Palazuelos and Eduardo W Palazuelos. A portion of the night’s proceeds will benefit local charities. Other weekend activities include a Hole In One Challenge and Polo Tournament. (La Cantera Resort & Spa, 2017)

With a legendary career that spans four decades, Gloria Gaynor has achieved global stardom and musical recognition. She has used her fame to support several charities by donating her time and talent. Recently she earned a bachelor’s degree in behavioral science which she uses in her work with charities and organizations helping at-risk youths and their families. She continues to tour the world with concerts in the United States, Europe and South America and has made numerous television appearances.

La Cantera Resort & Spa Grand Ballroom
16641 La Cantera Parkway
San Antonio, TX 78256
(210) 558-6500

Latin Jazz Wednesdays at Sternewirth

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Latin Jazz Wednesdays kick off this Wednesday August 23 at Hotel Emma’s Sternewirth.  Photo: Hotel Emma, used with permission.

This Wednesday August 23, Hotel Emma will kick off its new Latin Jazz Wednesdays music series at Sternewirth with local music icon Henry Brun. Every Wednesday from 8p.m. to midnight, guests will be able to enjoy lively Latin Jazz music from the multiple Grammy Award-winning artist. Sternewirth will be serving its full cocktail menu featuring favorites such as Three Emmas, La Babia Margarita and more as well as its updated food menu until 11:30p.m. (Hotel Emma, 2017)

Conga dynamo Henry Brun, nicknamed “Mr. Ritmo” by his fans, began playing congas at age seven and by the time he was eleven he was playing professionally. While listening to and being influenced by Latin music pioneers such as Tito Puente, Patato, Buyú, Mongo and Candido, Henry developed his own unique style and technique on bongos and timbales.

Hotel Emma is in the former Pearl Brewery which was built in 1894 and is named in honor of Emma Koehler, the wife of Pearl Brewery founder Otto Koehler. She kept the brewery going during prohibition after her husband passed away and saw it through its most successful years. The hotel was designed by award-winning firm Roman and Williams who are known for mixing historic and modern elements. They had the historic Pearl building as a starting point and created a beautiful structure that blends the old with the new, the industrial with the refined.

Sternewith at Hotel Emma
136 E Grayson St
San Antonio, TX 78215
(210) 448-8300

Tickets now on sale for Mala Luna Music Festival

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Tickets for the second annual Mala Luna Music Festival are now on sale. Photo: Mala Luna Music Festival, used with permission.

Tickets are now on sale for the second annual Mala Luna Music Festival to be held on Halloween weekend October 28 and 29 at the Nelson Wolff Stadium, west of downtown San Antonio.  Due to a sold-out event last year, the festival has moved to a new location and is expanding to two stages. It will feature high-profile musical performances, multiple live art installations and numerous local food vendors and merchandise. The Halloween theme, designs and costumes will help pay tribute to the local culture and the community’s annual Diá de los Muertos celebrations. (Mala Luna Music Festival, 2017)

General admission tickets, $149 and VIP passes, $399 are on sale online as well as other VIP Packages including Black Moon for $189, Harvest Moon for $209, and Fly Me to the Moon for $399, which offers ticket-buyers the most enhanced experience at the festival. Attendees are encouraged to act fast as these VIP tickets are in short supply and will continue to increase in price as the event date approaches. VIP perks include preferred viewing areas, expedited entry, dedicated bars and restroom facilities, festival merchandise and more.

This year’s musical lineup includes Future, Lil Wayne, Wiz Khalifa, Migos, Afrojack, Carnage, Khalid, Borgore, Playboi Carti, Kali Uchis, Ugly God, Smokepurpp, Trae Tha Truth, J.I.D, and Maxo Kream. One of Mala Luna’s missions is to support San Antonio’s up-and-coming music scene and several San Antonio-based artists are also scheduled to perform, including Xavier Omär, Intre, Bamsworth Belli, Izaq Roland and Lil Yodaa, as well as Rayne and Isabella Rodriguez of Network for Young Artists.

Through its continuing partnership with Network for Young Artists (NYA), the Mala Luna Music Festival will donate a portion of the proceeds from each ticket sold to the San Antonio-based organization. NYA is a nonprofit organization that provides affordable classes in voice, guitar, percussion, keyboard and dance to San Antonio-area youth ages 4-20. Last year’s festival donations supported student-driven music education initiatives through the end of 2016 and into 2017.

Nelson Wolff Stadium
5757 W US Highway 90
San Antonio, TX 78227
(210) 675-727

Rooftop Jazz Concert Series at Artpace

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The 2017 Rooftop Jazz Concert Series returns to Artpace this month.  Photo: Jazz, TX, used with permission.

Artpace is a contemporary art space located in downtown San Antonio created to support artists with residences, exhibitions and educational programs to foster the creative process. In a combined effort with local jazz station KRTU Jazz 91.7, Artpace is bringing back their Members Only Rooftop Jazz Concert Series. This series aims to bring together members of Artpace and KRTU to celebrate art and jazz. These concerts highlight a jazz theme celebrating historical figures and styles performed by local and regional artists. Guests can mingle while enjoying a night of jazz, drinks and small bites. (Artpace, 2017)

The outdoor concert series returns on Friday June 16 from 8p.m. to 11p.m. with the 2017 Rooftop Jazz Season Announcement Party and will feature a performance by the Doc Watkins Trio. Doc Watkins is a locally based pianist, organist and band leader who now heads up his own music venue, Jazz, TX. The venue focuses on jazz, blues, big band, Texas swing, salsa, conjunto and Americana.  Beer will be provided by Alamo Beer and cocktails by Austin Cocktails. A digital projectionist will provide a visual element featuring relevant jazz imagery during the second, third and fourth concerts. Other concerts in the series will include: Aaron Prado: A Tribute to Herbie Hancock on July 21, Ephraim Owens Quartet on August 18 and Dr. Zog on September 29. These events are open and free to KRTU and Artpace members only.  Various levels of memberships are available starting at $50.  More information on memberships is available online.

Since it opened in 1995 Artpace has housed more than 200 artists through the International Artist-in-Residence program. Every year they host three residencies that include a Texas-based artist, one national artist and one international artist who are each chosen by a guest curator. After an eight-week residency, the artists will have their exhibits on site for two months. The purpose of these residencies is to give artists every opportunity to grow by giving them the resources they need.

Artpace
445 North Main Avenue
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 212-4900