Don Conoscenti

Taos Plaza - In the Gazebo

125 Paseo del Pueblo Del Norte
Taos, NM 87571

phone: (575) 758-1152

website: www.taosinn.com

Rules of the Open Microcosm Road
The open mic experience is unlike any other...but in Taos it's even more unique... so we call it the Open Microcosm. Sign ups must be done in person during the thirty minutes before the open mic begins and you must bring your own instrument(s)! 10 slots are available and the sign up sheet goes out in the room behind the stage exactly a half hour before the show starts. First come first served. You need to be there in person thirty minutes before showtime to select a slot, but most people show up 45 minutes to an hour and a half before show time and line up to get a slot. All ages are welcome, but if you're really young you'll need to nab an early slot... before 8pm... and be accompanied by a parent.... because it is a restaurant and a hotel as well as being a bar and music venue. Thanks for being cool about that. Once again... get there early to sign up. No phone ins. Sorry. On a typical night you'll have about 12 minutes to do your thing. If it takes you 8 minutes to tune up, plug in and get rolling then you only have 5 minutes left. Another example of the math involved: If your songs are all 8 minutes long then you only have time for one song. Please respect the math because if you go over you're stealing that time from other open mic performers and the host has the responsibility to cut you off if necessary, which nobody wants to see happen… especially the host. Slot times may vary so please be flexible and be ready! If you leave the building and can't be found when your slot starts you forfeit the slot. We try to be flexible but if the slots are all taken and an alternate fills in for you then there may not be time available to plug you back into the schedule when you magically reappear. Thanks for being cool about that. In the winter it runs from 6:30pm till 9:30pm. Summer hours are 7pm till 10pm.
Sound Equipment is provided ... speakers, microphones, guitar cords ... but if you need special cords and adapters for your instruments or devices please bring them! If you need a special stool or a music stand bring them!
A modest sound system is provided with three vocal/instrument microphones and stands plus cables and two instrument channels with guitar cables. There are a couple more channels beyond that for additional sources, but you may have to bring your own preamps. these additional channels are primarily for plugging in more instruments and/or other devices that don't require mics/stands. You can always bring your own if you need one or two extra.
You MUST bring your own instrument and any devices for accompaniment ... and any special cables or adapters you need that are beyond the standard guitar or mic cable. If you use a CD to sing along with bring a portable CD player and the cords to attach it. If you require special effects bring an effects device. If you sing along with an MP3 bring an MP3 player or whatever it is you need beyond a normal microphone and a guitar cord. Be sure to bring your own cable/adaptor to make those devices work. The mixer will accommodate either a ¼" mono input, left and right RCA inputs. Along with your adapters please have a cord that will reach from you to the mixer…that should be at least 6 feet long if you plan to have the device next to you while performing. It can be shorter if you're just going to rest the device next to the mixer while performing. One last time... You must bring your own instruments and devices! Thanks!

Thursday, June 27th, 2013 6pm-08pm

Taos Plaza Live! - The Don Conoscenti Band and The Jennifer Peterson Bad Unite in The Taos Plaza!

The Taos Plaza
Taos, NM 87571

phone: 575-751-8800

website: http://www.taosplazalive.com

This will be a great evening on the Plaza. Come join The Don Conoscenti Band (Patrick Turnmire: Percussion, Glenn Harvitz: Bass, Jennifer Peterson: Vocals) and our special guests/friends for another wonderful summer evening in The Plaza. The show starts at 6pm with the wonderful Jennifer Peterson Band.
6-7pm Jennifer Peterson Band
7-8pm Don Conoscenti Band
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Jennifer Peterson Band:

Jennifer Peterson - vocals/piano
K Bolan - guitar
Don Conoscenti - bass
Randy Morris - drums

Jennifer Peterson
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Don Conoscenti Band:

Don Conoscenti - guitar/vocals
Glenn Harvitz - bass
Patrick Turnmire - drums
Jennifer Peterson - vocals

Don Conoscenti
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Get the new Taos Plaza Live t-shirt (pictured above) at the show or online here at this link

Saturday, June 29th, 2013 10am-12pm

Don Conoscenti sings for the Farmers, Food and Visitors to the Market

Taos Farmers Market

Town of Taos Parking Lot Next to the Library
Taos, NM 87571

phone: 575-751-7575

website: http://taosfarmersmarket.org/

It's a little early for me to be set up and singing by 10am, but I love playing at the Farmers Market. I'm playing music from 10am - noon, but the market runs from 8am to 1pm. I'm looking forward to singing to the sweet herbs, cheese, eggs, meats, honey, jams, breads, fruits, and veggies and the awesome folks that grew them.

Here's what the Farmer's Market has to say for itself:
Taos’s premiere, authentic summer market, offers farm-direct groceries from eight northern New Mexico counties and Costilla county, Colorado.
The 2013 season begins in mid May and runs through late October from 8am-1pm. We're located in the Town Hall parking lot, next to the Taos Public Library on Camino de Placitas.
We offer a large variety of fresh, local vegetables and fruits as well as cheeses and dairy products, delicious baked goods, honey, grassfed meats, eggs, jams, chutneys, flowers and plants. We have live music and entertainment too!
We are a favorite, festive venue for young and old alike and take pride in offering this in Taos - a unique and special town, steeped in tradition and great beauty.
Come one, come all, but please, out of respect for the growers, leave your dog at home in the shade!

Monday, July 1st, 2013 7pm - 10pm

DonCon Hosts the Open Microcosm

In The The Park - Downtown Red River

125 Paseo del Pueblo Del Norte
Taos, NM 87571

phone: (575) 758-2233

website: www.taosinn.com

Rules of the Open Microcosm Road
The open mic experience is unlike any other...but in Taos it's even more unique... so we call it the Open Microcosm. Sign ups must be done in person during the thirty minutes before the open mic begins and you must bring your own instrument(s)! 10 slots are available and the sign up sheet goes out in the room behind the stage exactly a half hour before the show starts. First come first served. You need to be there in person thirty minutes before showtime to select a slot, but most people show up 45 minutes to an hour and a half before show time and line up to get a slot. All ages are welcome, but if you're really young you'll need to nab an early slot... before 8pm... and be accompanied by a parent.... because it is a restaurant and a hotel as well as being a bar and music venue. Thanks for being cool about that. Once again... get there early to sign up. No phone ins. Sorry. On a typical night you'll have about 12 minutes to do your thing. If it takes you 8 minutes to tune up, plug in and get rolling then you only have 5 minutes left. Another example of the math involved: If your songs are all 8 minutes long then you only have time for one song. Please respect the math because if you go over you're stealing that time from other open mic performers and the host has the responsibility to cut you off if necessary, which nobody wants to see happen… especially the host. Slot times may vary so please be flexible and be ready! If you leave the building and can't be found when your slot starts you forfeit the slot. We try to be flexible but if the slots are all taken and an alternate fills in for you then there may not be time available to plug you back into the schedule when you magically reappear. Thanks for being cool about that. In the winter it runs from 6:30pm till 9:30pm. Summer hours are 7pm till 10pm.
Sound Equipment is provided ... speakers, microphones, guitar cords ... but if you need special cords and adapters for your instruments or devices please bring them! If you need a special stool or a music stand bring them!
A modest sound system is provided with three vocal/instrument microphones and stands plus cables and two instrument channels with guitar cables. There are a couple more channels beyond that for additional sources, but you may have to bring your own preamps. these additional channels are primarily for plugging in more instruments and/or other devices that don't require mics/stands. You can always bring your own if you need one or two extra.
You MUST bring your own instrument and any devices for accompaniment ... and any special cables or adapters you need that are beyond the standard guitar or mic cable. If you use a CD to sing along with bring a portable CD player and the cords to attach it. If you require special effects bring an effects device. If you sing along with an MP3 bring an MP3 player or whatever it is you need beyond a normal microphone and a guitar cord. Be sure to bring your own cable/adaptor to make those devices work. The mixer will accommodate either a ¼" mono input, left and right RCA inputs. Along with your adapters please have a cord that will reach from you to the mixer…that should be at least 6 feet long if you plan to have the device next to you while performing. It can be shorter if you're just going to rest the device next to the mixer while performing. One last time... You must bring your own instruments and devices! Thanks!

Thursday, July 4th, 2013 11am - 4pm

72nd Annual 4th of July Parade & Activities - Parade at 10am

Red River, NM

phone: 575-754-2366

website: http://www.redriver.org/contact

Enjoy the parade down Main St at 10am and then stay for music all afternoon outdoors in the park.

11-12pm Los Otros
12:15pm - 1:15pm Station A
1:30pm-2:30pm Liquid Cheese
2:45pm-3:45pm Don Conoscenti Trio

Thursday, July 4th, 2013 7pm-10pm

Don Conoscenti Solo

Red River - Bull of the Woods Saloon

125 Paseo del Pueblo Del Norte
Taos, NM 87571

phone: (575) 758-1152

website: http://www.taosinn.com

The emphasis on these shows is orignal music. It's not unusual to have some talented local (or not so local) guest artists show up and sit in.

Saturday, July 6th, 2013 12pm to 1am

Hoodstock Arts and Music Festival Evening of July 5th & all day and evening July 6th - Annual Outdoor/Indoor Festival with The Damn Band, Station A, DonCon and several other great performers Band, Monkey Feeders, Brent Berry (solo), Lisa Joyce and Oth

401 E Main St
Red River, NM 87558

phone: 575-754-2593

website: http://hoodstocknm.com

Hoodstock will be in Red River on July 5th and 6th. Friday the 5th will be the Vendors party with a concert and Jam session hosted by the Damn Band. Saturday July 6th will start at 12 noon with Artist and Bands playing for 13 hours. Station A will be playing right after the 4th of July parade on Thursday. Everyone should get a room and stay all weekend! We hope to see you there!

2 day "Hoodstock" Music & Art Festival

Evening of July 5th & all day and evening July 6th

Northern New Mexico's most popular bands plus fine art show
An all day indoor and outdoor festival of food, artists, food and drink in downtown Red River

Sunday, July 7th, 2013 7pm-10pm

Don Conoscenti w/Patrick Turnmire and Friends - First Sunday Show

125 Paseo del Pueblo Del Norte
Taos, NM 87571

phone: (575) 758-2233

website: http://www.taosinn.com

We play the Taos Inn Adobe Bar the first Sunday of most months. The emphasis on these shows is orignal music and improvisatio... oh, and you can dance to it.

DonCon on 6 and 12 string guitar, slide guitar, lap steel, banjo, bass and vocals (or some combination of these), Patrick Turnmire on percussion and vocals. It's not unusual to have some talented local (or not so local) guest artists show up and sit in with us.

Monday, July 8th, 2013 7pm - 10pm

DonCon Hosts the Open Microcosm

125 Paseo del Pueblo Del Norte
Taos, NM 87571

phone: (575) 758-2233

website: www.taosinn.com

Rules of the Open Microcosm Road
The open mic experience is unlike any other...but in Taos it's even more unique... so we call it the Open Microcosm. Sign ups must be done in person during the thirty minutes before the open mic begins and you must bring your own instrument(s)! 10 slots are available and the sign up sheet goes out in the room behind the stage exactly a half hour before the show starts. First come first served. You need to be there in person thirty minutes before showtime to select a slot, but most people show up 45 minutes to an hour and a half before show time and line up to get a slot. All ages are welcome, but if you're really young you'll need to nab an early slot... before 8pm... and be accompanied by a parent.... because it is a restaurant and a hotel as well as being a bar and music venue. Thanks for being cool about that. Once again... get there early to sign up. No phone ins. Sorry. On a typical night you'll have about 12 minutes to do your thing. If it takes you 8 minutes to tune up, plug in and get rolling then you only have 5 minutes left. Another example of the math involved: If your songs are all 8 minutes long then you only have time for one song. Please respect the math because if you go over you're stealing that time from other open mic performers and the host has the responsibility to cut you off if necessary, which nobody wants to see happen… especially the host. Slot times may vary so please be flexible and be ready! If you leave the building and can't be found when your slot starts you forfeit the slot. We try to be flexible but if the slots are all taken and an alternate fills in for you then there may not be time available to plug you back into the schedule when you magically reappear. Thanks for being cool about that. In the winter it runs from 6:30pm till 9:30pm. Summer hours are 7pm till 10pm.
Sound Equipment is provided ... speakers, microphones, guitar cords ... but if you need special cords and adapters for your instruments or devices please bring them! If you need a special stool or a music stand bring them!
A modest sound system is provided with three vocal/instrument microphones and stands plus cables and two instrument channels with guitar cables. There are a couple more channels beyond that for additional sources, but you may have to bring your own preamps. these additional channels are primarily for plugging in more instruments and/or other devices that don't require mics/stands. You can always bring your own if you need one or two extra.
You MUST bring your own instrument and any devices for accompaniment ... and any special cables or adapters you need that are beyond the standard guitar or mic cable. If you use a CD to sing along with bring a portable CD player and the cords to attach it. If you require special effects bring an effects device. If you sing along with an MP3 bring an MP3 player or whatever it is you need beyond a normal microphone and a guitar cord. Be sure to bring your own cable/adaptor to make those devices work. The mixer will accommodate either a ¼" mono input, left and right RCA inputs. Along with your adapters please have a cord that will reach from you to the mixer…that should be at least 6 feet long if you plan to have the device next to you while performing. It can be shorter if you're just going to rest the device next to the mixer while performing. One last time... You must bring your own instruments and devices! Thanks!

Wednesday, July 10th, 2013 8pm

Kick Off Benefit Concert - Artist and Venue TBA - DonCon's Set is on the Main Stage Thursday at 7:30pm

Okemah, OK

Thursday, July 11th, 2013 7:30pm

July 10 Through 14 - DonCon's Set is on the Main Stage Thursday at 7:30pm

Main St
Okemah, OK 74859

Admission to most all of the musical performances are free. In order to fund the festival there are fees for parking, camping and various other activities. I've been playing this festival for a long time...since it started and it's an honor and a privilege for a long list of reasons.

Friday, July 12th, 2013

July 10 Through 14 - DonCon's Set is on the Main Stage Thursday at 7:30pm

Main St
Okemah, OK 74859

Admission to most all of the musical performances are free. In order to fund the festival there are fees for parking, camping and various other activities. I've been playing this festival for a long time...since it started and it's an honor and a privilege for a long list of reasons.

Saturday, July 13th, 2013

July 10 Through 14 - DonCon's Set is on the Main Stage Thursday at 7:30pm

Main St
Okemah, OK 74859

Admission to most all of the musical performances are free. In order to fund the festival there are fees for parking, camping and various other activities. I've been playing this festival for a long time...since it started and it's an honor and a privilege for a long list of reasons.

Sunday, July 14th, 2013 12pm

Close Out "Hootenanny"

Okemah, Ok 74859

Cimarron Breeze Concert Series - at the Old Church Center

This beloved event takes place at the historic Crystal Theater. This is a full blown Hootenanny with numerous artists from the festival playing primarily Woody's tunes accompanied by Terry Buffalo Ware's All Star Band (of which I get to be a member if I get there in time ... I have an in with The Man). After this show we all say our goodbyes and I head to OK City with some friends for my Annual Post Woody Fest Concert. See the calendar entry for the show in this section for further details.

Check back here and/or see the Woody Guthrie Festival site for more details and scheduling updates for myself and all the other great artists. I'll be hanging out and sitting in throughout the entire festival. See you there!

Sunday, July 14th, 2013 8pm

Annual Post Woody Fest Concert - DonCon and Friends

The Blue Door

2805 N McKinley
Oklahoma City, Ok 73069

phone: 405-524-0738

PRICE: $15.00

website: www.bluedoorokc.com

This is one of the coolest places to play in the country as far as I'm concerned. After we wrap up the Woody Guthrie Festival each year on Sunday (in the early afternoon in Okemah) I have historically headed to Norman for this annual concert with my band and some help from my dear musical friend Terry Buffalo Ware ... and whoever else gets recruited. The Chouse was a haven for me musically and personally. It was owned by my dear friends Tom Lee and Mary Katherine Long. Tom has moved on to the other side and Mary Katherine has passed the Chouse along to new owners. The Annual Post Woody Fest Concert now moves to a familiar and awesome location: The Blue Door in Oklahoma City. I have made some of the best music of my life and had some of the best times at The Blue Door with owner Greg Johnson so this is a fitting move for this annual event.

Monday, July 15th, 2013 7pm

Joel Rafael and Friends - DonCon Doing a Short Set Along with a Host of Awesome Red Dirt Friends

780 N Main St
Perkins, Ok

phone: 405-547-2411

PRICE: $15.00

website: http://www.okterritory.org/events.html

This beautiful and historic location will be a mini Woody Guthrie Festival for this evening. Many of us will still be sleep deprived from the actual Woody Guthrie Folk Festival which takes place the week before this show. Monica Taylor is organizing this event and she is worth the price of admission alone. Other artists scheduled to appear currently include:
Monica Taylor
The Red Dirt Rangers
Don Morris
Greg Jacobs

Monday, July 22nd, 2013 7pm - 10pm

DonCon Hosts the Open Microcosm

125 Paseo del Pueblo Del Norte
Taos, NM 87571

phone: (575) 758-2233

website: www.taosinn.com

Rules of the Open Microcosm Road
The open mic experience is unlike any other...but in Taos it's even more unique... so we call it the Open Microcosm. Sign ups must be done in person during the thirty minutes before the open mic begins and you must bring your own instrument(s)! 10 slots are available and the sign up sheet goes out in the room behind the stage exactly a half hour before the show starts. First come first served. You need to be there in person thirty minutes before showtime to select a slot, but most people show up 45 minutes to an hour and a half before show time and line up to get a slot. All ages are welcome, but if you're really young you'll need to nab an early slot... before 8pm... and be accompanied by a parent.... because it is a restaurant and a hotel as well as being a bar and music venue. Thanks for being cool about that. Once again... get there early to sign up. No phone ins. Sorry. On a typical night you'll have about 12 minutes to do your thing. If it takes you 8 minutes to tune up, plug in and get rolling then you only have 5 minutes left. Another example of the math involved: If your songs are all 8 minutes long then you only have time for one song. Please respect the math because if you go over you're stealing that time from other open mic performers and the host has the responsibility to cut you off if necessary, which nobody wants to see happen… especially the host. Slot times may vary so please be flexible and be ready! If you leave the building and can't be found when your slot starts you forfeit the slot. We try to be flexible but if the slots are all taken and an alternate fills in for you then there may not be time available to plug you back into the schedule when you magically reappear. Thanks for being cool about that. In the winter it runs from 6:30pm till 9:30pm. Summer hours are 7pm till 10pm.
Sound Equipment is provided ... speakers, microphones, guitar cords ... but if you need special cords and adapters for your instruments or devices please bring them! If you need a special stool or a music stand bring them!
A modest sound system is provided with three vocal/instrument microphones and stands plus cables and two instrument channels with guitar cables. There are a couple more channels beyond that for additional sources, but you may have to bring your own preamps. these additional channels are primarily for plugging in more instruments and/or other devices that don't require mics/stands. You can always bring your own if you need one or two extra.
You MUST bring your own instrument and any devices for accompaniment ... and any special cables or adapters you need that are beyond the standard guitar or mic cable. If you use a CD to sing along with bring a portable CD player and the cords to attach it. If you require special effects bring an effects device. If you sing along with an MP3 bring an MP3 player or whatever it is you need beyond a normal microphone and a guitar cord. Be sure to bring your own cable/adaptor to make those devices work. The mixer will accommodate either a ¼" mono input, left and right RCA inputs. Along with your adapters please have a cord that will reach from you to the mixer…that should be at least 6 feet long if you plan to have the device next to you while performing. It can be shorter if you're just going to rest the device next to the mixer while performing. One last time... You must bring your own instruments and devices! Thanks!

Monday, July 29th, 2013 7pm - 10pm

DonCon Hosts the Open Microcosm

125 Paseo del Pueblo Del Norte
Taos, NM 87571

phone: (575) 758-2233

website: www.taosinn.com

Rules of the Open Microcosm Road
The open mic experience is unlike any other...but in Taos it's even more unique... so we call it the Open Microcosm. Sign ups must be done in person during the thirty minutes before the open mic begins and you must bring your own instrument(s)! 10 slots are available and the sign up sheet goes out in the room behind the stage exactly a half hour before the show starts. First come first served. You need to be there in person thirty minutes before showtime to select a slot, but most people show up 45 minutes to an hour and a half before show time and line up to get a slot. All ages are welcome, but if you're really young you'll need to nab an early slot... before 8pm... and be accompanied by a parent.... because it is a restaurant and a hotel as well as being a bar and music venue. Thanks for being cool about that. Once again... get there early to sign up. No phone ins. Sorry. On a typical night you'll have about 12 minutes to do your thing. If it takes you 8 minutes to tune up, plug in and get rolling then you only have 5 minutes left. Another example of the math involved: If your songs are all 8 minutes long then you only have time for one song. Please respect the math because if you go over you're stealing that time from other open mic performers and the host has the responsibility to cut you off if necessary, which nobody wants to see happen… especially the host. Slot times may vary so please be flexible and be ready! If you leave the building and can't be found when your slot starts you forfeit the slot. We try to be flexible but if the slots are all taken and an alternate fills in for you then there may not be time available to plug you back into the schedule when you magically reappear. Thanks for being cool about that. In the winter it runs from 6:30pm till 9:30pm. Summer hours are 7pm till 10pm.
Sound Equipment is provided ... speakers, microphones, guitar cords ... but if you need special cords and adapters for your instruments or devices please bring them! If you need a special stool or a music stand bring them!
A modest sound system is provided with three vocal/instrument microphones and stands plus cables and two instrument channels with guitar cables. There are a couple more channels beyond that for additional sources, but you may have to bring your own preamps. these additional channels are primarily for plugging in more instruments and/or other devices that don't require mics/stands. You can always bring your own if you need one or two extra.
You MUST bring your own instrument and any devices for accompaniment ... and any special cables or adapters you need that are beyond the standard guitar or mic cable. If you use a CD to sing along with bring a portable CD player and the cords to attach it. If you require special effects bring an effects device. If you sing along with an MP3 bring an MP3 player or whatever it is you need beyond a normal microphone and a guitar cord. Be sure to bring your own cable/adaptor to make those devices work. The mixer will accommodate either a ¼" mono input, left and right RCA inputs. Along with your adapters please have a cord that will reach from you to the mixer…that should be at least 6 feet long if you plan to have the device next to you while performing. It can be shorter if you're just going to rest the device next to the mixer while performing. One last time... You must bring your own instruments and devices! Thanks!

Thursday, August 1st, 2013

Complete August 2013 Dates TBA

Thursday, August 1st, 2013 6-9pm

DonCon Solo - Grand Opening of the Expanded Tool Shed Gallery and Gift Shop

Tool Shed Theater, Gallery and Gift Shop

68 Hwy 75 - on the left about .75 miles east of the turn off of Hwy 64
Dixon, NM 87527

phone: 505-579-4020

This is the grand opening of the ToolShed Gallery and Gift Shop which has been added to the existing Tool Shed Theater. It'll be a flowing reception from 6-9pm. This is a low key, but 'elegant' gathering with a creative Cuban menu and hopefully some wine from the local wineries. Guests can mingle and see the new Gallery and Gift shop in the lobby of the existing Tool Shed Theater.

Physical address will not always map with GPS:
From Hwy 68 turn east on Highway 75 towards Penasco/Dixon. Entrance to "The Tool Shed" is approximately 1/2 mile from Hwy 68 on the left (north) side of road. There will be good signage across the road where there is also ample parking.

Monday, August 5th, 2013 7pm - 10pm

DonCon Hosts the Open Microcosm

125 Paseo del Pueblo Del Norte
Taos, NM 87571

phone: (575) 758-2233

website: www.taosinn.com

Rules of the Open Microcosm Road
The open mic experience is unlike any other...but in Taos it's even more unique... so we call it the Open Microcosm. Sign ups must be done in person during the thirty minutes before the open mic begins and you must bring your own instrument(s)! 10 slots are available and the sign up sheet goes out in the room behind the stage exactly a half hour before the show starts. First come first served. You need to be there in person thirty minutes before showtime to select a slot, but most people show up 45 minutes to an hour and a half before show time and line up to get a slot. All ages are welcome, but if you're really young you'll need to nab an early slot... before 8pm... and be accompanied by a parent.... because it is a restaurant and a hotel as well as being a bar and music venue. Thanks for being cool about that. Once again... get there early to sign up. No phone ins. Sorry. On a typical night you'll have about 12 minutes to do your thing. If it takes you 8 minutes to tune up, plug in and get rolling then you only have 5 minutes left. Another example of the math involved: If your songs are all 8 minutes long then you only have time for one song. Please respect the math because if you go over you're stealing that time from other open mic performers and the host has the responsibility to cut you off if necessary, which nobody wants to see happen… especially the host. Slot times may vary so please be flexible and be ready! If you leave the building and can't be found when your slot starts you forfeit the slot. We try to be flexible but if the slots are all taken and an alternate fills in for you then there may not be time available to plug you back into the schedule when you magically reappear. Thanks for being cool about that. In the winter it runs from 6:30pm till 9:30pm. Summer hours are 7pm till 10pm.
Sound Equipment is provided ... speakers, microphones, guitar cords ... but if you need special cords and adapters for your instruments or devices please bring them! If you need a special stool or a music stand bring them!
A modest sound system is provided with three vocal/instrument microphones and stands plus cables and two instrument channels with guitar cables. There are a couple more channels beyond that for additional sources, but you may have to bring your own preamps. these additional channels are primarily for plugging in more instruments and/or other devices that don't require mics/stands. You can always bring your own if you need one or two extra.
You MUST bring your own instrument and any devices for accompaniment ... and any special cables or adapters you need that are beyond the standard guitar or mic cable. If you use a CD to sing along with bring a portable CD player and the cords to attach it. If you require special effects bring an effects device. If you sing along with an MP3 bring an MP3 player or whatever it is you need beyond a normal microphone and a guitar cord. Be sure to bring your own cable/adaptor to make those devices work. The mixer will accommodate either a ¼" mono input, left and right RCA inputs. Along with your adapters please have a cord that will reach from you to the mixer…that should be at least 6 feet long if you plan to have the device next to you while performing. It can be shorter if you're just going to rest the device next to the mixer while performing. One last time... You must bring your own instruments and devices! Thanks!

Sunday, August 11th, 2013 5pm - 7pm

Stadler and DonCon Radio Show: Music That Touches New Mexico

#9 State Road 150
Taos, NM 87571

phone: 575-758-8882

Just when you thought it was safe to go back to the airwaves.... This crazy show will occur on the second Sunday of each month on our beloved, all solar powered radio station, KTAOS, broadcasting from beautiful Taos, Nm. Jimmy Stadler and myself have been partners in crime and music since I made Taos my full time home base. We ski together, we mountain bike together, we gig together and now we co-host a radio show together. We'll have our usual rants in between cuts from various artists from the region and folks who have a specific connection to New Mexico. There will also be interviews and live performances each month. Expect the unexpected and tune in when you can. KTAOS streams live on the internet to wherever you are. Just click this link and hit the button/arrow that says "LISTEN LIVE TO KTAO 101.9"

The KTAOS Solar Center is one of the many things I love about living and playing music here in Taos. The patio area is now a medium sized indoor venue and bar and the Pavilion (big white tent) offers one of the best dance floors you'll ever find. Look for regional and national acts coming through to play both stages. There's a lot to love here.

"The Station Bar" as it's now called is open nightly at 5pm - full bar - all ages - food - NO PARKING ON THE HIGHWAY PLEASE

Monday, August 12th, 2013 7pm - 10pm

DonCon Hosts the Open Microcosm

125 Paseo del Pueblo Del Norte
Taos, NM 87571

phone: (575) 758-2233

website: www.taosinn.com

Rules of the Open Microcosm Road
The open mic experience is unlike any other...but in Taos it's even more unique... so we call it the Open Microcosm. Sign ups must be done in person during the thirty minutes before the open mic begins and you must bring your own instrument(s)! 10 slots are available and the sign up sheet goes out in the room behind the stage exactly a half hour before the show starts. First come first served. You need to be there in person thirty minutes before showtime to select a slot, but most people show up 45 minutes to an hour and a half before show time and line up to get a slot. All ages are welcome, but if you're really young you'll need to nab an early slot... before 8pm... and be accompanied by a parent.... because it is a restaurant and a hotel as well as being a bar and music venue. Thanks for being cool about that. Once again... get there early to sign up. No phone ins. Sorry. On a typical night you'll have about 12 minutes to do your thing. If it takes you 8 minutes to tune up, plug in and get rolling then you only have 5 minutes left. Another example of the math involved: If your songs are all 8 minutes long then you only have time for one song. Please respect the math because if you go over you're stealing that time from other open mic performers and the host has the responsibility to cut you off if necessary, which nobody wants to see happen… especially the host. Slot times may vary so please be flexible and be ready! If you leave the building and can't be found when your slot starts you forfeit the slot. We try to be flexible but if the slots are all taken and an alternate fills in for you then there may not be time available to plug you back into the schedule when you magically reappear. Thanks for being cool about that. In the winter it runs from 6:30pm till 9:30pm. Summer hours are 7pm till 10pm.
Sound Equipment is provided ... speakers, microphones, guitar cords ... but if you need special cords and adapters for your instruments or devices please bring them! If you need a special stool or a music stand bring them!
A modest sound system is provided with three vocal/instrument microphones and stands plus cables and two instrument channels with guitar cables. There are a couple more channels beyond that for additional sources, but you may have to bring your own preamps. these additional channels are primarily for plugging in more instruments and/or other devices that don't require mics/stands. You can always bring your own if you need one or two extra.
You MUST bring your own instrument and any devices for accompaniment ... and any special cables or adapters you need that are beyond the standard guitar or mic cable. If you use a CD to sing along with bring a portable CD player and the cords to attach it. If you require special effects bring an effects device. If you sing along with an MP3 bring an MP3 player or whatever it is you need beyond a normal microphone and a guitar cord. Be sure to bring your own cable/adaptor to make those devices work. The mixer will accommodate either a ¼" mono input, left and right RCA inputs. Along with your adapters please have a cord that will reach from you to the mixer…that should be at least 6 feet long if you plan to have the device next to you while performing. It can be shorter if you're just going to rest the device next to the mixer while performing. One last time... You must bring your own instruments and devices! Thanks!

Monday, August 19th, 2013 7pm - 10pm

DonCon Hosts the Open Microcosm

125 Paseo del Pueblo Del Norte
Taos, NM 87571

phone: (575) 758-2233

website: www.taosinn.com

Rules of the Open Microcosm Road
The open mic experience is unlike any other...but in Taos it's even more unique... so we call it the Open Microcosm. Sign ups must be done in person during the thirty minutes before the open mic begins and you must bring your own instrument(s)! 10 slots are available and the sign up sheet goes out in the room behind the stage exactly a half hour before the show starts. First come first served. You need to be there in person thirty minutes before showtime to select a slot, but most people show up 45 minutes to an hour and a half before show time and line up to get a slot. All ages are welcome, but if you're really young you'll need to nab an early slot... before 8pm... and be accompanied by a parent.... because it is a restaurant and a hotel as well as being a bar and music venue. Thanks for being cool about that. Once again... get there early to sign up. No phone ins. Sorry. On a typical night you'll have about 12 minutes to do your thing. If it takes you 8 minutes to tune up, plug in and get rolling then you only have 5 minutes left. Another example of the math involved: If your songs are all 8 minutes long then you only have time for one song. Please respect the math because if you go over you're stealing that time from other open mic performers and the host has the responsibility to cut you off if necessary, which nobody wants to see happen… especially the host. Slot times may vary so please be flexible and be ready! If you leave the building and can't be found when your slot starts you forfeit the slot. We try to be flexible but if the slots are all taken and an alternate fills in for you then there may not be time available to plug you back into the schedule when you magically reappear. Thanks for being cool about that. In the winter it runs from 6:30pm till 9:30pm. Summer hours are 7pm till 10pm.
Sound Equipment is provided ... speakers, microphones, guitar cords ... but if you need special cords and adapters for your instruments or devices please bring them! If you need a special stool or a music stand bring them!
A modest sound system is provided with three vocal/instrument microphones and stands plus cables and two instrument channels with guitar cables. There are a couple more channels beyond that for additional sources, but you may have to bring your own preamps. these additional channels are primarily for plugging in more instruments and/or other devices that don't require mics/stands. You can always bring your own if you need one or two extra.
You MUST bring your own instrument and any devices for accompaniment ... and any special cables or adapters you need that are beyond the standard guitar or mic cable. If you use a CD to sing along with bring a portable CD player and the cords to attach it. If you require special effects bring an effects device. If you sing along with an MP3 bring an MP3 player or whatever it is you need beyond a normal microphone and a guitar cord. Be sure to bring your own cable/adaptor to make those devices work. The mixer will accommodate either a ¼" mono input, left and right RCA inputs. Along with your adapters please have a cord that will reach from you to the mixer…that should be at least 6 feet long if you plan to have the device next to you while performing. It can be shorter if you're just going to rest the device next to the mixer while performing. One last time... You must bring your own instruments and devices! Thanks!

Monday, August 26th, 2013 7pm - 10pm

DonCon Hosts the Open Microcosm

125 Paseo del Pueblo Del Norte
Taos, NM 87571

phone: (575) 758-2233

website: www.taosinn.com

Rules of the Open Microcosm Road
The open mic experience is unlike any other...but in Taos it's even more unique... so we call it the Open Microcosm. Sign ups must be done in person during the thirty minutes before the open mic begins and you must bring your own instrument(s)! 10 slots are available and the sign up sheet goes out in the room behind the stage exactly a half hour before the show starts. First come first served. You need to be there in person thirty minutes before showtime to select a slot, but most people show up 45 minutes to an hour and a half before show time and line up to get a slot. All ages are welcome, but if you're really young you'll need to nab an early slot... before 8pm... and be accompanied by a parent.... because it is a restaurant and a hotel as well as being a bar and music venue. Thanks for being cool about that. Once again... get there early to sign up. No phone ins. Sorry. On a typical night you'll have about 12 minutes to do your thing. If it takes you 8 minutes to tune up, plug in and get rolling then you only have 5 minutes left. Another example of the math involved: If your songs are all 8 minutes long then you only have time for one song. Please respect the math because if you go over you're stealing that time from other open mic performers and the host has the responsibility to cut you off if necessary, which nobody wants to see happen… especially the host. Slot times may vary so please be flexible and be ready! If you leave the building and can't be found when your slot starts you forfeit the slot. We try to be flexible but if the slots are all taken and an alternate fills in for you then there may not be time available to plug you back into the schedule when you magically reappear. Thanks for being cool about that. In the winter it runs from 6:30pm till 9:30pm. Summer hours are 7pm till 10pm.
Sound Equipment is provided ... speakers, microphones, guitar cords ... but if you need special cords and adapters for your instruments or devices please bring them! If you need a special stool or a music stand bring them!
A modest sound system is provided with three vocal/instrument microphones and stands plus cables and two instrument channels with guitar cables. There are a couple more channels beyond that for additional sources, but you may have to bring your own preamps. these additional channels are primarily for plugging in more instruments and/or other devices that don't require mics/stands. You can always bring your own if you need one or two extra.
You MUST bring your own instrument and any devices for accompaniment ... and any special cables or adapters you need that are beyond the standard guitar or mic cable. If you use a CD to sing along with bring a portable CD player and the cords to attach it. If you require special effects bring an effects device. If you sing along with an MP3 bring an MP3 player or whatever it is you need beyond a normal microphone and a guitar cord. Be sure to bring your own cable/adaptor to make those devices work. The mixer will accommodate either a ¼" mono input, left and right RCA inputs. Along with your adapters please have a cord that will reach from you to the mixer…that should be at least 6 feet long if you plan to have the device next to you while performing. It can be shorter if you're just going to rest the device next to the mixer while performing. One last time... You must bring your own instruments and devices! Thanks!

Friday, August 30th, 2013 7pm-10pm

Alana Grier Trio w/DonCon on Electric Guitar/Vox and Lisa Goldman on Drums/Vox

125 Paseo del Pueblo Del Norte
Taos, NM 87571

phone: (575) 758-1152

website: http://www.taosinn.com

Alana's web site is pretty well laid out and will tell you more about her than I could possibly explain here. The live band blends blues, reggae, rock and jazz into a unique mix that reflects Alana's experiences as a dancer, single mother, songwriter and entrepreneur.

Alana Grier: bass, vocals, songwriter
Lisa Goldman: drums, vocals
Don Conoscenti: electric guitar, vocals

Sunday, September 1st, 2013

Complete September 2013 Dates TBA

Sunday, September 8th, 2013 5pm - 7pm

Stadler and DonCon Radio Show: Music That Touches New Mexico

#9 State Road 150
Taos, NM 87571

phone: 575-758-8882

Unitunes Coffeehouse Series at Emerson Unitarian Universalist Church

Just when you thought it was safe to go back to the airwaves.... This crazy show will occur on the second Sunday of each month on our beloved, all solar powered radio station, KTAOS, broadcasting from beautiful Taos, Nm. Jimmy Stadler and myself have been partners in crime and music since I made Taos my full time home base. We ski together, we mountain bike together, we gig together and now we co-host a radio show together. We'll have our usual rants in between cuts from various artists from the region and folks who have a specific connection to New Mexico. There will also be interviews and live performances each month. Expect the unexpected and tune in when you can. KTAOS streams live on the internet to wherever you are. Just click this link and hit the button/arrow that says "LISTEN LIVE TO KTAO 101.9"

The KTAOS Solar Center is one of the many things I love about living and playing music here in Taos. The patio area is now a medium sized indoor venue and bar and the Pavilion (big white tent) offers one of the best dance floors you'll ever find. Look for regional and national acts coming through to play both stages. There's a lot to love here.

"The Station Bar" as it's now called is open nightly at 5pm - full bar - all ages - food - NO PARKING ON THE HIGHWAY PLEASE

Saturday, October 5th, 2013 7:30pm

DonCon Solo Acoustic Show

1900 Bering Dr
Houston, Tx 77057

phone: 713-782-8250

PRICE: $18.00

website: http://www.emersonhouston.org/unitunes-concerts.html

Tickets are $18 in advance and $20 at the door
The Emerson Unitarian Universalist Church is located in the Galleria area of west Houston
I love playing music in Texas and Houston is one of the hotbeds of so much legendary Texas Music so this should be a sweet gathering of souls and music lovers

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UniTunes Coffee House is a series of concerts featuring both emerging and established singer/songwriters performing original music ranging in style from folk to world in a smoke-free venue with spectacular acoustics! Is located in the Gathering Place and Sanctuary of Emerson Church and is a non-profit organization run entirely by volunteers. Proceeds benefit the performers and local charities and service organizations.
Past Performers include Darden Smith, Traveler, Robert Frith, Sara Hickman, Beth Wood, David Wilcox, Freebo, Peter Mayer, Bob Livingston, Mad Agnes, Austin Lounge Lizards and more

Sunday, October 13th, 2013 5pm - 7pm

Stadler and DonCon Radio Show: Music That Touches New Mexico

#9 State Road 150
Taos, NM 87571

phone: 575-758-8882

Just when you thought it was safe to go back to the airwaves.... This crazy show will occur on the second Sunday of each month on our beloved, all solar powered radio station, KTAOS, broadcasting from beautiful Taos, Nm. Jimmy Stadler and myself have been partners in crime and music since I made Taos my full time home base. We ski together, we mountain bike together, we gig together and now we co-host a radio show together. We'll have our usual rants in between cuts from various artists from the region and folks who have a specific connection to New Mexico. There will also be interviews and live performances each month. Expect the unexpected and tune in when you can. KTAOS streams live on the internet to wherever you are. Just click this link and hit the button/arrow that says "LISTEN LIVE TO KTAO 101.9"

The KTAOS Solar Center is one of the many things I love about living and playing music here in Taos. The patio area is now a medium sized indoor venue and bar and the Pavilion (big white tent) offers one of the best dance floors you'll ever find. Look for regional and national acts coming through to play both stages. There's a lot to love here.

"The Station Bar" as it's now called is open nightly at 5pm - full bar - all ages - food - NO PARKING ON THE HIGHWAY PLEASE

Friday, November 1st, 2013

Complete November 2013 Dates TBA

Sunday, November 10th, 2013 5pm - 7pm

Stadler and DonCon Radio Show: Music That Touches New Mexico

#9 State Road 150
Taos, NM 87571

phone: 575-758-8882

Buckhorn Saloon and Opera House

Just when you thought it was safe to go back to the airwaves.... This crazy show will occur on the second Sunday of each month on our beloved, all solar powered radio station, KTAOS, broadcasting from beautiful Taos, Nm. Jimmy Stadler and myself have been partners in crime and music since I made Taos my full time home base. We ski together, we mountain bike together, we gig together and now we co-host a radio show together. We'll have our usual rants in between cuts from various artists from the region and folks who have a specific connection to New Mexico. There will also be interviews and live performances each month. Expect the unexpected and tune in when you can. KTAOS streams live on the internet to wherever you are. Just click this link and hit the button/arrow that says "LISTEN LIVE TO KTAO 101.9"

The KTAOS Solar Center is one of the many things I love about living and playing music here in Taos. The patio area is now a medium sized indoor venue and bar and the Pavilion (big white tent) offers one of the best dance floors you'll ever find. Look for regional and national acts coming through to play both stages. There's a lot to love here.

"The Station Bar" as it's now called is open nightly at 5pm - full bar - all ages - food - NO PARKING ON THE HIGHWAY PLEASE

Saturday, November 16th, 2013 7:30pm

DonCon - Solo Acoustic Show in the Opera House

32 Main Street
Pinos Altos, NM 88061

phone: 575-538-9911

PRICE: $10.00

website: www.buckhornsaloonandoperahouse.com

This is a really cool joint in a really cool town with some really cool people. The Opera House is a gorgeous venue. Looking forward to this one. Info from their web site below:

The Buckhorn Saloon has long been known for its warm atmosphere and diverse clientele. Located in Pinos Altos, New Mexico, the bar on the mountain sits at 7000’ feet. Since it first opened in the 1860’s the Buckhorn has been a gathering place for great food, music and camaraderie. Whether it’s strangers sharing tables, standing on the front porch to watch the sunset, or basking in the warmth of the fire in the winter, locals, world travelers and people from all walks of life feel at home in this historic bar.

Musicians from all over love to play here because of our great audiences and intimate venue. Our clientele loves music! The Bar Manager, Melanie Zipin, is both a performing and visual artist. She plays in a duo with her husband, as well as with a full band, dubbed ‘the Z Factor’. She has 3 CD’s to her credit.

Sunday, December 1st, 2013

Complete Decvember 2013 Dates TBA

Sunday, December 8th, 2013 5pm - 7pm

Stadler and DonCon Radio Show: Music That Touches New Mexico

#9 State Road 150
Taos, NM 87571

phone: 575-758-8882