We could all use a little joyous expression in our lives. Get yours tonight when choral group Expressions of Joy opens for the Isotopes by singing the National Anthem. It’s the chorus’ second invitation to perform before an Isotopes game. Founded in 2011, the group’s purpose is “to bring the joy of singing to individuals with developmental disabilities and/or other special needs.” According to Expressions of Joy, Inc. President Jeannine Kammann-Cessac, “not everyone might be able to lift a bowling ball or run in the Special Olympics, but everyone can at least feel the music, sway, smile and sing to our tunes.” The choir welcomes new members 17 and older; no special skills are required. For more information, visit abqjoy.com. Hear tonight's performance at about 6:30 p.m. at Isotopes Park. Isotopes Park • Tue May 21 • 6:30 pm • FREE • View on Alibi calendar

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The Santa Fe University of Art & Design (SFUAD) Contemporary Music Department will present contributing faculty member Gerry Carthy in concert on St. Patrick’s Day on the SFUAD campus. Carthy will perform traditional Celtic music assisted by SFUAD’s Celtic Ensemble, which he directs as an instructor at the school. Carthy, born in County Mayo on the West Coast of Ireland, plays a variety of instruments including banjo, guitar, tenor guitar, tin whistle, saxophone, fiddle, mandolin, bouzouki and contributes vocals. Inspired by the folk revival of Irish music in the 1960s and 1970s, he spent 10 years playing music in sessions around Galway. Carthy is also one of the founding members of the traditional Irish session at the Crane Bar, which recently celebrated its 25th anniversary—the longest running session in Galway. Tickets to the event are free for SFUAD staff and students and $10 for the general public. SFUAD is located on St. Michael's Drive in Santa Fe on what was formerly the campus of the College of Santa Fe. Santa Fe University of Art and Design, Santa Fe • Sun Mar 17 • 3 pm • $10 • View on Alibi calendar

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On the evenings of March 8 and 9, 2013, the UNM Department of Theatre & Dance will present a double bill of masterworks by their MFA candidates. "OPHELIA," an exceptional work of dance theatre by Jacqueline M. Garcia, draws inspiration from Shakespeare’s "Hamlet." Garcia’s work explores the intense subject matter of madness and fragmentation of the mind and self. Crystal Fullmer will present "Heritage Journey," an extraordinary work that explores the choreographer’s personal heritage and identity. The choreography tells a story through the thrilling combination of athleticism, musicality and delicate vulnerability. The performance will take place at Rodey Theatre, located in the UNM Center of the Arts. Tickets are $12 for the general public, $10 for faculty and seniors, and $8 for UNM staff & students. Tickets are available at all UNM ticket offices, online at unmtickets.com, or by calling 925-5858. For more information, please call 277-4332. Rodey Theatre • Fri Mar 8 • 7:30 pm • $10-$15 • View on Alibi calendar

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Klezmer is a musical tradition of the Ashkenazic Jews of Eastern Europe consisting mainly of dance tunes and large instrumental ensembles for weddings and other celebrations. This weekend marks the return of the 11th annual KlezmerQuerque music and dance festival. This anticipated event is produced by Congregation Nahalat Shalom, its 20-piece intergenerational Community Klezmer Band and Rikud Yiddish dance troupe. Beginning tomorrow night at 6:30 p.m., enjoy a weekend of concerts, workshops, dance parties, traditional instruments, services, tasty foods and more. You can even learn the art of Profane Jewish Dance (aka “Yemenite hip-hop”). Visit nahalatshalom.org or facebook.com/KlezmerQuerque for more information. Congregation Nahalat Shalom • Fri Feb 15 • 6:30 pm • $15-$20 • ALL-AGES! • View on Alibi calendar

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The city of Vienna, Austria, known by many for its namesake tiny sausages, is also noted for turning out classical masters such as Mozart, Beethoven and Strauss. Music from this capitol city ranges from opera to cabaret to the culturally-unique genre known at Wienerlied. Tonight, the The Figueroa Music and Arts Project Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Guillermo Figueroa, presents an evening of waltzes, polkas, and Hungarian dances and rhapsodies. So fancy up and ring in the new year Eastern European-style. National Hispanic Cultural Center, Journal Theater • Mon Dec 31 • 8 pm • $22-$60 • ALL-AGES! • View on Alibi calendar

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The members of the New Mexico Gay Men's Chorus have been singing their way into the hearts of Burqueños for nearly 31 years. This weekend, they present a show filled with the fun and surprises that have made this holiday concert one of the area's favorite traditions. This colorful, bright and gay variety of warm winter songs features special guest performances by Cathryn McGill, alto soloist, and Seth Sanchez, soprano soloist. Visit nmgmc.org for more information. Greer Garson Theater, Santa Fe • Fri Dec 14 • 7:30 pm • $15-$20 • ALL-AGES! • View on Alibi calendar

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