NMSA Music students and Music Department Chair, Jesse Parker at the All State competition in 2025. Courtesy photo

NMSA News:

The New Mexico School for the Arts (NMSA) Percussion Ensemble has been selected as an Honor Ensemble for the New Mexico Music Educators Association (NMMEA) All-State Conference.

Chosen through a highly competitive audition process from ensembles across the state, the NMSA Percussion Ensemble earned this distinction for its exceptional artistry and performance.

The ensemble will perform at Popejoy Hall during the conference, representing the NMSA music program with distinction before the statewide music education community.

Event Details:

4:30-5:15 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 14
Popejoy Hall, UNM, Albuquerque NM

This honor is a significant recognition of the ensemble’s outstanding musicianship, creativity, and dedication to contemporary percussion performance. Jesse Parker, NMSA Music Department Chair at NMSA, directs the ensemble.