The historic tradition of mariachi music has its roots of origin in Mexican cities like Guadalajara and Mexico City. As the ever-evolving genre’s influence spread, it reached Chicago and birthed the Mariachi Herencia de México. The energetic, virtuosic Latin Grammy-nominated group has issued chart-topping albums and performed across the North American continent. Nuestra Herencia, their […]

Weis Center Atrium FREE! Tickets not required. Alissa Moreno was born on a small Navajo reservation, grew up in Albuquerque, N.M., and studied vocal composition and performance at the College of Santa Fe. After moving to Los Angeles where she performed weekly at the Hotel Cafe, she co-wrote the Grammy-nominated hit “Every Day” for Rascal […]

BODYTRAFFIC’s infectious energy and far-reaching appeal continues to make waves throughout the U.S. and across the globe. Artistic Director Tina Finkelman Berkett leads a masterful troupe, nimble interpreters of each choreographer’s distinct vision. This absorbing, thought-provoking and vividly theatrical program features new work by the daring young team of Baye and Asa, The One to […]

The Danish String Quartet celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2022–23, and the Grammy-nominated quartet continues to assert its preeminence among the world’s finest string quartets. Formed when they were in their teens, the members are renowned for impeccable musicianship, sophisticated artistry, exquisite clarity of ensemble and, above all, an unmatched ability to play as one. […]

Comprised of musicians from Cadiz, Spain, with different professional backgrounds, La Banda Morisca’s music is a convergence of roots and traditional music and the desire to experiment and evoke the cultural heritage of ancient al-Andalus and the legacy it has left on the music performed in Andalusia, the Maghreb and the Middle East. Inspired by […]