January - Texas Music Events Calendar 2008

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Chamber Music Festival
January 3-31
University of Texas at El Paso, Fort Bliss, El Paso Museum of Art, First Baptist Church, El Dorado High School, El Paso Holocaust Museum
El Paso Pro Musica
Kathrin Berg Pettit
6557 North Mesa; El Paso, TX 79912
(915) 833-9400
Music: Classical
Activities: Concert season, Music festival
El Paso Pro Musica's Chamber Music Festival is a month long celebration featuring 30 musicians traveling to El Paso from around the world to perform in concerts during the entire month of January. Collaborations with area museums, schools and Ft. Bliss allows the entire community to enjoy the music and participate in the Festival. World renowned Cellist Zuill Bailey is Artistic Director of El Paso Pro Musica.

TCU Chamber Music Roundup
January 3-8
Ed Landreth Hall; TCU
School of Music, Texas Christian University
Dr. Misha Galaganov
TCU Box 297500; Fort Worth, TX 76129
(817) 257-6619
m.galaganov[at]SPAMAWAYtcu.edu
Music: Classical
Activities: Music festival, workshops
The Chamber Music Roundup in Fort Worth provides an opportunity for amateur musicians of all levels to enjoy working in chamber music groups with faculty other music lovers and to learn great compositions written for small ensembles. The tuition fee of $400 includes supervised rehearsals, lectures, master classes, optional orchestra reading, extended education class, master classes, and final performance.

Texas Association of Fairs and Events 81st Convention
January 10-13
Renaissance Hotel; Austin
Texas Association for Fairs and Events
Penny C. Reeh
P.O. Box 1025; Fredericksburg, TX . 78624
(800) 990-1332.; Fax (830) 990-1370.
pennyreeh[at]SPAMAWAYktc.com.
Activities: Trade show/convention
The Texas Association of Fairs and Events will hold their annual convention and trade show in downtown Houston. Artists submitted press kits and music to get to showcase before talent buyers during the event. Registrants get to go to various sessions on production, sponsorships, safety, volunteers and working with carnival vendors. There will be a slient auction on Saturday night prior to the Texas Fairs and Events Education Foundation Night to raise money for scholarships for high school students. Registration for members is $110 before November 17 and $140 after that. For non-members registration is $160 before November 17 and $190 after that. For more information go to: www.texasfairs.com

Windows on Texas
January 10-13
Fredricksburg
Texas Rebel Radio
Arianna F. Carruth
210 Woodcrest; Fredericksburg, TX 78624
(830) 992-9447; (830) 997-2197; Fax (830) 997-2198
carruth.a[at]SPAMAWAYgmail.com
Music: Bluegrass, Blues, Country, Cowboy, Rock, Rockabilly
Activities: Music festival
This year's Windows on Texas will be January 10-13, 2008 at several hot venues in and around Fredericksburg, Texas. Texas Rebel Radio has always been a leader in showcasing the brightest new Texas talent and we view this festival as an extension of our on-air philosophy. With this event Texas Rebel Radio is offering our listeners and visitors to Fredericksburg the opportunity to see and hear a wide array of Texas talent live over the course of four days.

The Ranch's Texas Music Showdown 2
January 11-February 3
The White Elephant Saloon; Fort Worth, TX
Traci Tighe
115 West 3rd Street; Fort Worth, TX 76102
(817) 338-1364; (817) 877-0959
traci[at]SPAMAWAYtheranchradio.com
Music: Texas Music
Activities: Music festival, Singing contests, Songwriting contests
Throughout the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo beginning on Friday, January 11, 2008 and ending Sunday, February 3, 2008 at the Will Rogers Memorial Center, 3401 West Lancaster, Fort Worth, TX 76107, on the Frost Stage, 95.9 The Ranch and Country Legends will be hosting The Ranch Radio Stock Show Showdown.

Elvis Memorial Festival
January 12-13
Little Graceland; West Highway 100
Little Graceland
Simon Vega
Route 2, Box 94, Little Graceland; Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 233-5482; (956) 561-7086
littlegraceland[at]SPAMAWAYyahoo.com
Music: Rock, Rockabilly
Activities: Awards show, Concert season, car show and rides for childr
Since August 1993, Simon Vega has held the annual Elvis Festival. Simon now with the assistance of the Los Fresnos Area Chamber of Commerce and the City of Los Fresnos holds two annual festivals, one in August for the memorial of Elvis and a Party in January for the Kings Birthday. The festivities include: Live music, food and beverages, look a like contest, sing a like contest, car shows, trivia questions, museum tours and fun for the family. The Highlight of the festivities is the World Class impersonators that come from all around to perform the Elvis hits on stage which give the festival its proud tradition of celebration. Simon Vega joined the U.S. Army on February 6th back in 1958. Simon reported to Fort Carson, Colorado to complete a four day induction into the military. From Colorado he was sent to Fort Hood, Texas and took basic training for four weeks. During that same period of time, Elvis had arrived from his induction from Arkansas. It was at Fort Hood where, Simon introduced his wife, Theresa Vega, to Elvis for a photo opportunity. Theresa recalls that Elvis was nervous while he placed his arm around her for the picture. After the picture was taken, Elvis responded "gracias." The photo of Elvis and Theresa can be seen in the Little Graceland Museum. Although Simon had met Elvis around the barracks at Fort Hood, it wasn't until they got shipped off to Germany where Simon finally got to get the opportunity to know Elvis. In late August of 1958 when they arrived in Freidburg, Germany, both men were assigned to Company D Spearhead 3rd Army Division. It was in the "chow" line that Simon approached Elvis and reintroduced himself. From that day on, Vega and Presley became "army buddies." The two friends shared guard duty and other details. Elvis just wanted to be treated as an equal to his fellow soldiers; no better, no worse.

Texas Musicians Hall of Fame Induction Gala
January 12
Tin Building Theatre; Clifton
Texas Musicians Museum
Thomas Kreason
212 North Waco Street; Hillsboro, TX 76645.
(254) 580-9780
txmm[at]SPAMAWAYsbcglobal.net
Music: Country, Cowboy, Folk/Acoustic, Rock, Rockabilly
Activities: Awards show
This year's show is set to be held in the small art city of Clifton, in Texas' beautiful hill country, at the historic Bosque Conservatory Tin Building Theatre. Celebrity emcees for the event will include Bosque County's own favorite son, 2007 Texas Poet Laureate and music legend, Steven Fromholz. The popular radio personality George Gimarc, music historian, writer and producer, best known for his contributions to the alternative music scene, will be joining Fromholz. Hall of Fame inductees will be Texas artists who have made significant musical contributions or who have greatly influenced other artists. The show will feature entertainment by Hank Thompson's band, The Brazos Valley Boys of Texas. Seating is limited in the theatre for the dinner and show, and only 200 tickets will be available for the event. Doors open at 6:30 pm, with beer and wine served in the Conservatory lobby. Dinner and entertainment will begin at 7:30.

Tuesday Musical Club Artist Series
January 15, March 25, April 15
Trinity Baptist Church; 319 East Mulberry
Tuesday Musical Club Inc
Mary W. Fleet
3755 North St. Mary's Street; San Antonio, TX 78212
(210) 492-2731
marywfleet[at]SPAMAWAYaol.com
Music: Classical
Activities: Concert season
On October 23, 1923, the first of an annual series of concerts called Musical Teas, was introduced. Those Teas are now known as the Artist Series. The TMC Artist Series is one of the oldest continuous musical series sponsored by women in the United States. Members of the Artist Series Committee handle ticket sales and perform all other duties entailed in the presentation of four concerts (two happening in the spring and the other two happening in the fall) each season. The Artist Series has introduced throughout its 80 seasons such eminent artists as Isaac Stern, Sherrill Milnes, Katia and Mariella Labeque, Van Cliburn, Arcadi Volodos, Angelika Kirchschlager and Joshua Bell.

South Texas Youth Stockshow
January 17-20
Cameron County Showgrounds; Hwy 510
South Texas Youth Stockshow
Kathy Rike
P.O. Box 2075; San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 361-9120; Fax (956) 361-8960
styss1[at]SPAMAWAYaol.com
Music: Children's, Christian, Country, R&B, Tejano
Activities: County fair, BBQ Cookoff
South Texas Youth Stockshow is a three-day event with livestock judging, carnival rides, concession booths and special events such as horse shows, car show, steer roping, and arts and crafts displays. This is a scholarship show open to students from the Rio Grande Valley.

Pickin' in the Pines
January 18-20
Texas Piney Woods in Pine Mills, TX; Intersection of FM 49 and 312
Tri-M Music
Dick and Geri Miller
5700 FM 49; Mineola, TX 75773-4208
(903) 857-2253
t-roy1[at]SPAMAWAYearthlink.net
Music: Country, Cowboy, Folk/Acoustic
What is Pickin' in the Pines? If you ask a musician that question, they will tell you it's "An Acoustic Jam Fest". This is the musically correct explanation. Music fans that attend year in and year out will tell you it's even more then that. It could also be called "Pickin', Campin', Vistin', Barbecuin', Story Swappin', Relaxin', Sippin', Strollin', and Listenin' in the Pines. It's a weekend event, so most folks arrive with tents or self-contained camper trailer and it's BYOB. Guitar, flute, banjo, harmonica, fiddle, and mandolin are just a few of the instruments to enjoy and sing along with. Bring your own instrument of choice or just come and be a fan. Greenhorn campers enjoy a hot water shower and restroom for the guys and gals. If you can't camp out, you're still welcome to "come and go" just for Friday and/or Saturday night concerts if that is your preference.

Gulf Coast Music Show
January 19
Carl Parker Center; 1800 Lake Shore Drive, Lamar State College Port Arthur
Triangle Concert Productions
Don Ball
2210 2nd Street; Port Neches, TX 77651
(409) 722-3699; (800) 235-7822; Fax (409) 722-2255
triangleconcert[at]SPAMAWAYwebtv.net
Music: Blues, R&B, Rock
Activities: Awards show, Music festival
The 21st Annual Gulf Coast Music Show (Formerly the Janis Joplin Birthday Bash) features The Clique, Edgar Winter, Andrea Mitrovich as Janis Joplin, 98 in the Shade, and the Beat Daddys. The concert runs from 7 P.M. to 12 midnight, and all bands will be performing blues rock. The Clique and Edgar Winter will both be inducted in the Gulf Coast Music Hall of Fame at the concert.

International Chopin Piano Competition
January 19
St. Pius X Church; Corpus Christi
Fryderyk Chopin Society of Texas
Nina Drath
4610 Abner Drive; Corpus Christi, TX 78411
(361) 854-6807; (361) 854-6807; Fax (361) 853-6771
info[at]SPAMAWAYfryderykchopinsocietyoftexas.org
Music: Classical
Activities: Awards show
The Competition is open to pianists of all nationalities born between 1982 and 1992. All applications must be submitted before December 10, 2007. The jury for the competition will consist of prominent European and American judges. Musical Requirements are two etudes, one nocturne, one ballade, one waltz and one contestant's choice. The Competition is open to pianists of all nationalities born between 1982 and 1992. Cash prizes will be awarded to First, Second and Third Place winners. First and Second Prize winners are eligible to compete in the 2010 Grand Prix Competition. Winners' Recital and Luncheon featuring the winners of the Fourteenth Annual International Chopin Piano Competition. Call or fax for details: (361) 853-6771.

Washington's Birthday Celebration
January 23-February 24
Laredo; City wide festival
Washington's Birthday Celebration Association
Angie Cisneros
1819 East Hillside Road; Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 722-0589; (956) 722-0589; Fax (956) 722-5528
WBCA[at]SPAMAWAYwbcalaredo.org
Music: Big Band, Bluegrass, Blues, Cajun, Children's, Classical, Country, Dance, Folk/Acoustic, Jazz, R&B, Rap/Hip Hop, Reggae, Rock, Tejano
Activities: County fair, Fiddling contests, Music festival, Street dance
Join us for a blast on the border as we throw the biggest party for George Washington! Find out why we're the Celebration with Something for Everyone! After one hundred and ten years, the Washington's Birthday Celebration Association (WBCATM) has become a Laredo institution, with its history closely tied to the history of the community. Our focus is to foster a greater understanding between the people of the Americas, to promote Laredo as one of Texas' most patriotic and culturally alive cities and to facilitate a greater sense of civic and national pride within our community and region. We consistently strive to encourage economic growth, tourism and awareness of our great City through the organization of our annual events.

Texas Citrus Fiesta 2
January 24-26
Downtown Market Square; Downtown Mission
Texas Citrus Fiesta, Inc.
Berta Pena, Director
P.O. Box 417; Mission, TX 78573
(956) 585-9724; (956) 585-9725; Fax (956) 580-9728
texascitrus[at]SPAMAWAYawesomenet.net
Music: Children's, Country, Folk/Acoustic, Tejano
Activities: County fair
The citrus industry in the Rio Grande Valley was still young when Paul Ord and the Young Men's Business League introduced the first Texas Citrus Fiesta in Mission, in December 1932. They saw the celebration as a way to spread the word about the bountiful winter harvest of grapefruits and oranges from the lush subtropical Rio Grande Valley. The Theme of that First fiesta, held outdoors against the background of the citrus bearing trees, was "Coronation and Pageant of Citrus." John H. Shary, considered the Father of the Texas Citrus Industry, reigned over the one-day celebration. It started with a half-hour concert and ended with the coronation of King Citrus and Queen Citrianna. This became a tradition of "royalty," with a citrus industry leader chosen as King and a Queen chosen from Rio Grande Valley "Duchesses," each representing a community and its product or industry. The second Fiesta did not take place until 1934 because of damage caused by a hurricane in 1933. Other than during World War II, the fiesta has been held annually. In the 1930s, Fox Movietone News enjoyed showing the Valley's lovely ladies in bathing suits in a swimming pool full of floating grapefruits while the rest of the nation was in a deep freeze. The fiesta still takes delight in showing off the lovely ladies and handsome lads at the Coronation of King Citrus and Queen Citrianna. Coronation is now held indoors amidst the flourish of herald trumpets during the last week of January. Since 1932, the Fiesta has presented its Product Costume Style Show where exquisite costumes made of citrus and other local Valley products are exhibited. Through the years, and with modern technology, the costumes have become intricate works of fold art using Valley citrus, fruits, vegetables and foliage that have been pulverized, dehydrated, blended and micro-waved. These costumes have been featured in National Geographic, Southern Living, Texas Monthly magazines, and at shows from Kansas City to Washington D.C.

Fryderyk Chopin Society of Texas Annual Grand Ball Gala
January 25
Corpus Christi Town Club; Corpus Christi
Fryderyk Chopin Society of Texas
Nina Drath
4610 Abner Drive; Corpus Christi, TX 78411
(361) 854-6807; (361) 854-6807; Fax (361) 853-6771
info[at]SPAMAWAYfryderykchopinsocietyoftexas.org
Music: Classical
Activities: Awards show
Fryderyk Chopin Society of Texas Annual Grand Ball Gala is held each year at the Corpus Christi Town Club. Since its inception in 1989, the Fryderyk Chopin Society of Texas has endeavored to bring performances of the highest quality to the people of South Texas. The Society has also provided opportunities for talented pianists to perform in South Texas and has sponsored piano competitions for young artists.

Mardi Gras Galveston
January 25-February 5
Strand Entertainment Area; downtown Galveston
The Park Board of Trustees of the City of Galveston
Lou Muller, Executive Director
2504 Church Street, Suite 200; Galveston, TX 77550
(409) 797-5000; (888) 425-4753; Fax (409) 762-8911
bkunz[at]SPAMAWAYgalvestonparkboard.org
Music: Blues, Cajun, Country, Pop, R&B, Reggae, Rock, Rockabilly, Tejano
Activities: Music festival
Don't miss the revelry at Mardi Gras! Galveston! The island comes alive with 11 extravagant parades, more than 50 galas and festive events, bead throwing, exhibits, live entertainment in local clubs, and the best Gulf Coast cuisine in the world. One of the most popular annual events to take place in Texas, the event is rich with laughter, celebration and people watching. There is something for everyone including a beachfront carnival, shopping, and nightlife featuring everything from Cajun and salsa to jazz and rock and roll. Returning this year - the incredible Philadelphia Mummers who take to the streets in colorful costume to entertain young and old. Rich in history, Mardi Gras! Galveston celebrates its 97th event since its inception in 1867. See where it all began at the Mardi Gras Museum located in the Historic Strand District. Make your mark in history - attend Mardi Gras! Galveston 2008! Twelve days of fun and entertainment! Beginning on January 25 and it's not over until the Fat Lady sings! Fat Tuesday, February 5. More than 250,000 people attend Mardi Gras! Galveston each year to experience the party of a lifetime. Join us for the party of the year. Call now to reserve your accommodations at one of the Island's quality hotels or inns and plan to have the time of your life! A memorable event on a romantic island! Mardi Gras! Galveston.

Mardi Gras Gumbo Festival
January 25-26
Downtown Orange; City Boat Ramp on Simmons Drive
Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce
John Gotthia
1012 Green Avenue; Orange, TX 77630
(409) 670-8165; (409) 883-3536; Fax (409) 886-3247
thechamber[at]SPAMAWAYsbcglobal.net
Music: Cajun, Christian, Country
Activities: Awards show, Singing contests, Street dance
The Mardi Gras Festival and Cookoff in Orange offers great food, spirited gumbo competition, live entertainment, dancing, a carnival, children's games, and a Mardi Gras Parade. Booths are also a part of this major ethnic festival. Live music provided.

The Night of Pentecost Gospel Music Conference
January 25-26
Penticostal Temple Church / LBJ Student Center, San Marcos
The Night of Pentecost Music Productions
Wayne Thompson
1101 Thorp Lane, No. 462; San Marcos, TX 78666
(512) 353-0984
questions[at]SPAMAWAYnopproductions.com
Music: Christian
The Night of Pentecost Gospel Music Conference features gospel workshops, with a Gospel Music Mania showcase on Friday and Saturday. This event offers spiritual renewal for musicians and singers as well as insight from gospel music industry professionals. Performances start at 7:30 pm. Join us Friday at the Penticostal Temple Church, 625 Center Street and Saturday at the LBJ Student Center, on the campus of Texas State University.

Renaissance Polyphony Weekend
January 25-27
University of Dallas in Irving, TX; Irving
Susan Scheib
9215 Forest Hills Blvd.; Dallas, TX 75218
(214) 327-6823
polyphony[at]SPAMAWAYtoot.org
Music: Renaissance
Renaissance Polyphony Weekend is a workshop for persons wishing to sing Renaissance Polyphony. Weekend concludes with performance of a Mass. As usual, the Polyphony Weekend will be held at the University of Dallas in Irving, and led by Dr. William Mahrt of Stanford University. The singer's retreat will conclude with a celebrated Latin Mass on Sunday of the scheduled weekend at St. Luke's Catholic Church, 202 S. MacArthur Blvd., Irving.

San Angelo Piano Festival
January 25-27
San Angelo Piano Festival
Michael Schneider
4031 Ransom Road; San Angelo, TX 76903
(325) 655-7873; (216) 224-7921
festivaldirector[at]SPAMAWAYsapf.org
Music: Classical
Activities: Concert season, Masterclass
The San Angelo Piano Festival's goal and mission is to help promote the arts in San Angelo through concerts, lectures and master classes. We feature rising stars of the piano world on the verge of major careers. We showcase the talents of young artists in the junior high, high school, and collegiate levels from San Angelo and around Texas, and most importantly, we are nurturing new talents and introducing many students to the world of classical music.

Temple Symphony Orchestra Season Premier Concert
January 25-May 3
Mary Alice Marshall Performing Arts Center, Temple College; 2600 South First Street, Temple
Temple Symphony Orchestra
Rick Thomssen
P.O. Box 4241; Temple, TX 76505
(254) 535-4101
info[at]SPAMAWAYTemplesymphony.org
Music: Classical
Activities: Concert season
Please join us for our 14th annual symphony season with the Temple Symphony Orchestra. Our concert season continues on Friday, January 25th, with the appearance of Margaret Carlson, renowned soprano, performing "Broadway Bound." Monthly concerts continue with the Chamber concert on Saturday, February 23rd, 2008 featuring Elision Saxophone Quartet and Chisholm Brass Quintet; the Jazz Festival on Saturday, March 29th, 2008 featuring Gordon Goodwin, renowned jazz pianist, saxophonist, composer and arranger; and the TSO Strikes Gold! concert on Saturday, May 3rd, 2008 featuring pianist Jose Feghali (a Van Cliburn gold medalist).

Country Jamboree
January 27
Sweet Home Community Center; Sweet Home
Yoakum C B Club
Kenny Machacek
P.O. Box 681; Yoakum, TX 77995
(361) 293-9034; (361) 798-5759
sweethomehall[at]SPAMAWAYyahoo.com
Music: Country, Cowboy
Activities: Music festival
Annual country jamboree, bar-b-que pork steak dinner serving 11 am till 1pm. To go or eat in hall $6.00 per plate. Continuous music from 1pm-7pm. Admission: $8.00 per person. Children under 12 free. Dance contest with 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place trophies awarded to the best western dancers. Awards at 5:00 p.m.. Proceeds benefit local organizations. Sponsored by YCBC.

I've Made a Record...Now What?
January 30
The Show Room at Dave and Busters; 6010 Richmond Avenue, Houston, TX 77057
Best in Texas Magazine
Katie Key
2500 Tanglewilde, Suite 106; Houston, TX 77063
(713) 952-9221; Fax (713) 952-1207
katie[at]SPAMAWAYshanemedia.com
"I've got a band...Now What?" "I've written a song...Now What?" "I've made a record...Now What?" Who Should Attend? And why? Artists: Experts show you how to get it done! Booking Agents: Ideas on how to get noticed! Songwriters: Keys to cutting through the maze of radio and retail! Case Study, Sunny Sweeney's distribution deal with Big Machine Records. Pre-registration is only $109 before January 7. Musicians registration includes lunch, seminar and workbook! Keynote Speaker is a Texas artist who tells the story of doing it on his own - and how he got help along the way. Interviewed by Ed Shane with audience Q & A.

Mardi Gras of Southeast Texas
January 31-February 3
Downtown Port Arthur; Procter Street
Mardi Gras Southeast Texas, Inc.
Laura Childress
3830 Highway 365; Port Arthur, TX 77642
(318) 640-5555; (409) 721-8717; Fax (409) 721-8700
laura[at]SPAMAWAYportarthur.com
Music: Blues, Cajun, Country, Jazz, Rock
Activities: Street dance, arts and crafts, carnival, parades, street entertainment, fireworks
Mardi Gras of Southeast Texas is a traditional Mardi Gras celebration, featuring six parades that feature Philadelphia Mummers, arts and crafts, assorted foods, a children's fun zone, carnival rides, and street entertainers. Three stages feature live music with Texas country artists Pat Green, Kevin Fowler, Steph Rideau and the Zydeco Outlaws, Wayne Toups and Zydecajun, Mambo Kings, Eli Young Band, Lost Cause, Texas Black Gold, and Don Fontenot and Friends of Louisiana.

San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo
January 31-February 17
SBC Center/Freeman Coliseum Grounds; 3201 East Houston/One SBC Center Parkway
San Antonio Livestock Expo., Inc.
R. Keith Martin
P.O. Box 200230; San Antonio, TX 78220-0230
(210) 225-5851; Fax (210) 227-7934
saleadmin[at]SPAMAWAYsarodeo.com
Music: Cajun, Children's, Country, Cowboy, Folk/Acoustic, Regional Mexican, Rock, Tejano
Activities: Concert season, County fair, Music festival, Rodeo, Street dance
The San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo showcases the music industry's most outstanding country and adult contemporary artists in appearances held during the 21 rodeo performances. One of the top five rodeos in the US, the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo features The Randy Rogers Band, Miranda Lambert, Alan Jackson, Ronnie Milsap, Gretchen Wilson, Brooks and Dunn, TobyMac, Jeremy Camp, Stars of Texas acoustic showcase featureing Cody Canada of Cross Canadian Ragweed, Jack Ingram, Kevin Fowler, Stoney Larue and Mike Eli of the Eli Young Band, Big & Rich, Craig Morgan, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Josh Turner, Los Tigres Del Norte, Sara Evans, the Jonas Brothers, Clay Walker, Joe Nichols, Jason Aldean, and Gary Allan.