This concert series has been completed. Videos of the concerts and artist information can be found below.

This concert series has been completed. Videos of the concerts and artist information can be found below.


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Inspired by NPR’s Tiny Desk Concerts, we are inviting YOU to join us for our Tiny Census Concerts, a series of concerts that highlight New Mexico’s favorite creatives in support of participation in the Census!

Each concert brings musicians, dancers, spoken word artists, and visual artists right to your living room. Artists and special guests will help remind us all why your voice truly matters during the important 2020 Census.


call for artists

call for artists

call for artists

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contact:
Cathryn McGill, 
Founder/Director — 
New Mexico Black Leadership Council, Chair, Albuquerque Bernalillo County Complete Count Committee 
office:
(505) 407-6784

HOW TO AUDITION

STEP 1:
Access the application here:
Artist Application
Artist Application
STEP 2:
Enter your name.
STEP 3:
Select your performance category.
STEP 4:
Enter your contact information.
STEP 5:
Submit a short bio and photo.
STEP 6:
Upload a video of your artist statement answering this question: “Why is being visible and counted important in New Mexico?”
STEP 7:

Submit a link to a recent performance. We have a rolling submission and selection process. Selected talent will be contacted within 48 hours. Limited slots available.

If selected, you will be asked to submit your final performance video which will run during one of the 4 upcoming concert series.


Audition Today
Audition Today


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This concert begins in:

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week 5

wednesday, may 6th @ noon MST


Inspired by NPR’s Tiny Desk Concerts, join us for our Tiny Census Concerts, a series of concerts that highlight New Mexico’s favorite creatives!

Hosted by KNME’s Gene Grant, each concert will feature up to 8 artists across multiple categories including musicians, dancers, spoken word artists, and visual artists. Between each performance you’ll hear from Gene and invited guests on why your voice truly matters during this important 2020 Census.


photo of Hakim Bellamy

Hakim Bellamy





Eileen O'Shaughnessy Promo Photo

Eileen O'Shaughnessy





Kevin Herig Promo Photo

Kevin Herig





La Luna Rose promo photo

La Luna Rose






Susan A. Clark Promo Photo

Susan A. Clark





Rujeko Dumbutshena Promo Photo

Rujeko Dumbutshena





photo of Karen Jones Meadows

Karen Jones Meadows





Ashley Moyer promo photo

Ashley Moyer





Mark Padilla photo

Mark Padilla



Vicente Griego Promo Photo

Vicente Griego







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This concert begins in:

Showtime!
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week 4

wednesday, april 29th @ noon MST


Inspired by NPR’s Tiny Desk Concerts, join us for our Tiny Census Concerts, a series of concerts that highlight New Mexico’s favorite creatives!

Hosted by KNME’s Gene Grant, each concert will feature up to 8 artists across multiple categories including musicians, dancers, spoken word artists, and visual artists. Between each performance you’ll hear from Gene and invited guests on why your voice truly matters during this important 2020 Census.


Ebony Isis headshot

Delphia





Micky Cruz photo

Jesus Munoz Flamenco





photo of dancers

Mineral Hill





Dre Dogg Promo Photo

Dre Dogg






Isaac Aragon photo

Rebecca Arscott





photo of Jir

Ryan Montano





photo of Manuel Gonzalez

Donny Tesso





photo of Kristy Hinds

Sol de la Noche







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This concert begins in:

Showtime!
View on YouTube
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View on Facebook


week 3

wednesday, april 22th @ noon MST


Inspired by NPR’s Tiny Desk Concerts, join us for our Tiny Census Concerts, a series of concerts that highlight New Mexico’s favorite creatives!

Hosted by KNME’s Gene Grant, each concert will feature up to 8 artists across multiple categories including musicians, dancers, spoken word artists, and visual artists. Between each performance you’ll hear from Gene and invited guests on why your voice truly matters during this important 2020 Census.

Stream this weekly concert series via Facebook or YouTube every Wednesday at noon MST! Check back here for further details Wednesday at 11:30am MDT.


Ebony Isis headshot

Ebony Isis Booth





Micky Cruz photo

Micky Cruz





photo of dancers

Keshet Dance Company





Zachary Kluckman photo

Zachary Kluckman






Isaac Aragon photo

Isaac Aragon





photo of Jir

Jir Project





photo of Kristy Hinds

Kristy Hinds





photo of Manuel Gonzalez

Manuel Gonzalez







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This concert begins in:

Showtime!
View on Youtube
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week 2

wednesday, april 15th @ noon MDT


Inspired by NPR’s Tiny Desk Concerts, join us for our Tiny Census Concerts, a series of concerts that highlight New Mexico’s favorite creatives!

Hosted by KNME’s Gene Grant, each concert will feature up to 8 artists across multiple categories including musicians, dancers, spoken word artists, and visual artists. Between each performance you’ll hear from Gene and invited guests on why your voice truly matters during this important 2020 Census.

Stream this weekly concert series via Facebook or YouTube every Wednesday at noon MST! Check back here for further details Wednesday at 11:30am MDT.


Andrea Michelle - Vocalist

Andrea Michelle - Vocalist




Anjo King - DJ

Anjo King - DJ




Def-i - Hip Hop, Spoken Word, Contemporary Native-American Acoustic Artist

Def-i - Hip Hop, Spoken Word, Contemporary Native-American Acoustic Artist





Toni Morgan - Vocalist

Toni Morgan - Vocalist






gigi bella - Spoken Word Artist

gigi bella - Spoken Word Artist





Spanish Broom - Dancer

Spanish Broom - Dancer





Lazarus Letcher - Vocalist, Violist

Lazarus Letcher - Vocalist, Violist




Pat Malone - Career Jazz Guitarist, Studio Guitarist, Educator

Pat Malone - Career Jazz Guitarist, Studio Guitarist, Educator




Jon Gagan - Bassist

Jon Gagan - Bassist






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This concert begins in:

Showtime!


week 1

wednesday, april 8th @ noon MDT


Inspired by NPR’s Tiny Desk Concerts, join us for our Tiny Census Concerts, a series of concerts that highlight New Mexico’s favorite creatives! Hosted by KNME’s Gene Grant, each concert will feature up to 8 artists across multiple categories including musicians, dancers, spoken word artists, and visual artists. Between each performance you’ll hear from Gene and invited guests on why your voice truly matters during this important 2020 Census.

Larry Michell - Guitarist

Larry Michell - Guitarist





Rosalind Jones - Singer

Rosalind Jones - Singer





Jackie Zamora - Singer

Jackie Zamora - Singer






Hillary Smith - Singer & Chris Dracup - Songwriter, Guitarist, & Performer

Hillary Smith - Singer & Chris Dracup - Songwriter, Guitarist, & Performer





Lara Manzanares - Singer

Lara Manzanares - Singer





Joy Harjo - 23RD POET LAUREATE OF THE U.S. 2019

Joy Harjo - 23RD POET LAUREATE OF THE U.S. 2019