Promoting New Mexico's rich and diverse musical heritage.
Learn About the Commission
Welcome to the New Mexico Music Commission. The New Mexico Music Commission (NMMC) consists of a diverse cross-section of New Mexico citizens representing all facets of our state’s unique and diverse music industry. As is befitting of New Mexico, the
Celebrate New Mexico’s Music
Showcasing New Mexico’s Extraordinary Talent. The Music Commission is elated to feature the rich and diverse talents of New Mexico’s music industry. We proudly showcase our state’s award winners, through the Governor’s Arts Awards and the Music Commission’s Platinum Music
New Mexico Music Directory
A Clearinghouse of New Mexico’s Music Industry. The New Mexico Music Directory is a FREE service promoting performers and businesses & services available for hire. Search the directory Join the directory The directory is open to all New Mexico-based professional
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Kempter, Susan
Susan Kempter of Albuquerque is a Senior Lecturer in String Pedagogy, a registered Teacher Trainer with the Suzuki Association of the Americas, a specialist in interdisciplinary applications to music teaching and learning, and Founder/Director of the UNM Lab School at
Shepherd, Chevel ~ voice
New Mexico Music Commission’s Student Musician Spotlight Featured Student: Chevel Shepherd ~ Farmington 17-year-old Chevel Shepherd stands as living proof that big things sometimes come in small packages. Chevel won America’s hearts, and the title of “Season 15 Winner” during
¡Arriba Nuevo México! – Roberto Griego (1978)
Songs about New Mexico: ¡Arriba Nuevo México! written and performed by Roberto Griego (1978) Lyrics Soy un Nuevo Méxicano Y un verdadero Chicano Yo nací en un pueblo pequeño Muy humilde, pobre y sincero Y ahora les voy a cantar
Neikrug, Marc
Governor’s Award for Excellence in the Arts: Marc Neikrug ~ Santa Fe Recipient of the 2019 Governor’s Award for Excellence in the Arts, Marc Neikrug’s musical career has spanned over 54 years as a globally recognized concert pianist, composer, and
Blaskey, Lindy
Notable New Mexican: Lindy Blaskey ~ Albuquerque While they never broke big on the national charts, Lindy Blaskey and his band the Lavells were one of the most popular bands in the Southwest during the mid-’60s garage rock explosion. The