OUR 44th SEASON

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The Santa Fe Women’s Ensemble’s 44th season, with the general theme of Connect!, began with our Winterscapes concerts. Whether describing a peaceful mellow evening in front of a fire or a raucous night of boisterous caroling, this repertory was a collection of choral music that hit all the notes of the festive season. And our audiences raved! “Beautiful music, creative presentations, carry on gals!” “Thank you for sharing your hearts and talents!”

Our Connect! theme continues with our May concerts, titled Springscapes.

In Santa Fe, springtime can be filled with green leaves and blossoms or snow flurries. Within these joyful, moving, passionate and haunting pieces, we are reminded to be open to new possibilities as we connect with rivers, mountains, birds and other humans with whom we share our planet Earth.

These concerts feature the world premiere of Perhaps I Shall Be by Joan Szymko, our 2025 commissioned composer. With a catalog of over 100 published choral works, Szymko’s music is regularly performed across the world and she is widely regarded as a foremost composer of literature for women’s voices. Joan Szymko will be in attendance both days to talk about this exciting new work for women’s voices.

Ensemble singer Connie Marks is the sponsor of this season’s commission which is dedicated to her beloved wife of 29 years, Karen Miller, who died in 2022.

Cellist Dana Winograd, percussionist Diana Sharpe and pianist Bill Epstein join the Women’s Ensemble for another dynamic musical adventure.

We are so excited to share this music with you! Tickets go on sale in April!