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First Fridays: Performing Arts

The Krayolas

The Krayolas

Day + Time
First Friday of every month   6 – 8 pm
Open To
Everyone
Cost
Free
Description
The First Fridays series features an eclectic mix of multicultural performing arts showcased in different spaces within the museum. Take advantage of our extended hours on Friday evenings (we're open until 9 pm) to also stroll through the galleries, explore the VMFA Shop, or enjoy dinner and drinks in Amuse Restaurant. Also enjoy discounted beverages in Best Café and 30-minute gallery tours as part of Friday Art & Wine.

Jun 7
Tara Mills & Yankee Dixie
Atrium
Charlottesville musician Tara Mills draws inspiration from the Blue Ridge Mountains and the rich musical traditions tied to them to express the beautiful melodies and lyrics of her songs. Influenced by bluegrass, old country, and traditional mountain folk, she creates an original sound that’s reinforced by the solid backing of her trio.

Jul 5
Suenos Gitanos
Modern & Traditional Sounds of Flamenco Music
Atrium
Suenos Gitanos (gypsy dreams) is a flamenco-inspired ensemble that combines the music’s passion and spirit. They play original flamenco arrangements featuring two guitarists, a trumpet player capturing the rich melodies of flamenco cante and a percussionist to accent the quirky rhythms of the musical tradition as well as the more modern forms of the music. Their music is filled with flowing melodies, colorful guitar harmonies, and lively energy and charm.

Aug 2
The Krayolas
San Antonio Power Pop 
Atrium
The Krayolas kick out Texas power pop sounds with Conjunto jostling with jacked-up rock and roll. Lead singer/songwriter/guitarist, Hector Saldaña, doesn’t hover on the line but steps firmly over it with music and lyrics that are startling and edgy. Their latest single, a cover of the Ramones “I Want to Be Your Boyfriend” sung in Spanish and English, is now being heavily rotated on Sirius radio and FM radio. “This is what the Ramones would sound like if they were from Westside San Antonio. Their frontman, Hector Saldaña, embodies cool.” – Ronnie Narmour, Port Aransas Island Moon


Related: VMFA After Dark 

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