Outpost Performance Space

Outpost Performance Space Outpost is a non-profit, member-supported performance venue dedicated to creating an inclusive space for live arts. http://www.outpostspace.org

Outpost provides an intimate, welcoming setting for a wide range of performances

08/28/2026

From Latin jazz to avant-garde, the New Mexico Jazz Festival brings major acts and local talent statewide.

08/20/2026

One of the leading voices in contemporary jazz, the Chilean-born tenor saxophonist and composer made history as the first woman to win an instrumental category in the Thelonious Monk International Jazz Saxophone Competition. Since then, she has earned acclaim for her deeply personal sound and collaborations with Wynton Marsalis, Christian McBride, Joe Lovano, Danilo Pérez, Cécile McLorin Salvant and more.

The Melissa Aldana Quartet features Glenn Zaleski, piano; Pablo Menares, bass; and Kendrick Scott, drums.

September 23rd - Outpost Performance Space

Tickets and more info at newmexicojazzfestival.org

Kendrick Scott Glenn Zaleski

08/19/2026

Since forming their duo in 2017, pianist Sylvie Courvoisier and guitarist Mary Halvorson have developed a remarkable musical language built on fearless improvisation, intricate interplay and adventurous composition. Their acclaimed latest album, Bone Bells (2025), has been hailed as an essential contemporary jazz duo recording.

Courvoisier has collaborated with John Zorn, Wadada Leo Smith, Evan Parker and Fred Frith, while MacArthur Fellow Halvorson has been called by NPR “the most future-seeking guitarist working right now.”

September 28th - Outpost Performance Space

Tickets and more info at newmexicojazzfestival.org

08/18/2026

One of the most celebrated drummers of his generation, Brian Blade has worked with Wayne Shorter, Joni Mitchell, Bob Dylan, Joshua Redman, Bill Frisell and countless others. For more than 25 years, his Fellowship Band has created a deeply expressive sound rooted in jazz, gospel, folk and the musical traditions of his native Louisiana.

Featuring longtime collaborator Jon Cowherd alongside Chris Thomas, Myron Walden and Melvin Butler.

September 30th - Outpost Performance Space

Tickets and more info at newmexicojazzfestival.org

08/16/2026

Five-time GRAMMY Award-winning bassist, vocalist and composer esperanza spalding returns to the New Mexico Jazz Festival for a special trio performance at the Lensic.

One of the most distinctive and genre-crossing artists of her generation, spalding presents an intimate program centered around voice, bass and song—drawing from all eight of her previous albums, current releases, and offering a special preview of her forthcoming project.

Featuring Morgan Guerin on voice, saxophone & keys and Eric Doob on drums, voice & tracks.

September 18 - Lensic Performing Arts Center

Tickets and more info at newmexicojazzfestival.org

Lensic Performing Arts Center Esperanza Spalding (i.n.) Eric Doob Morgan Guerin

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210 Yale Boulevard SE
Albuquerque, NM
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