Music on the Hill

Music on the Hill, a Santa Fe summer tradition!

2020 Update

This 2020 season, we find ourselves in the unfortunate yet necessary position to break from our Music on the Hill tradition and postpone until next summer. This decision was made with heavy hearts, but with the confidence that we must do our part to protect our community at large.

We are exploring opportunities for virtual “Music at the Home” performances by our talented musicians so that we can come together as the strong community that we are, despite our distances and differences. Whether from your own backyard, kitchen, or couch, we hope you will find your “Hill” and enjoy the music with us.

To our devoted sponsors and friends, we thank you for lighting the way towards an even stronger 2021 season; to our incredible musicians—we support you and will find a way forward. To our entire Music on the Hill family, please stay safe—see you next summer at St. John’s.

Support Music on the Hill

Make a gift to Music on the Hill to support this program bringing free concerts to the Santa Fe community. Your support makes a difference!

2020 Summer Lineup

Join us on Facebook to watch live performances this summer.

July 29, 6–7 p.m. MT—Nohe & Sus Santos

Joining lead singer Nohelia Sosa in the band self-described as Latin, Soul with Passion and Attitude are Randy Sanchez, Rafael Herrera, and Justin Bransford. Sanchez elaborates. “There are influences from jazz, cumbia. We kind of lean towards this power trio who’s backing Nohe Sosa. We also like putting twists on the songs. We do a cover of ‘Purple Rain’ in a huapango. We try to think creatively.”

Learn more about Nohe & Sus Santos See the Nohe & Sus Santos YouTube Channel

August 19, 7–8 p.m. MT — Ryan Montano

Ryan Montano’s sound is a captivating fusion of jazz, pop and latin music resulting in a sound all his own. Music on the Hill fans have enjoyed this trumpeter in past seasons and we welcome him back to our at home edition!

Learn more about Ryan Montano See the Ryan Montano YouTube Channel

2019 Summer Lineup

Relive the memories of last summer by visiting our musicians’ web and YouTube pages through the links below.

PAST SHOW—June 12

Christine Fawson

Christine Fawson is an unforgettable talent, who mesmerizes audiences around the world with her sultry vocals and virtuosic control of the trumpet.

WATCH CHRISTINE FAWSON VIDEO

PAST SHOW—June 19

Jono Manson

Jono Manson, long a New York fixture but now a Santa Fe local, is a four-decade veteran of rootsy rock.

VISIT JONO MANSON WEBSITE WATCH JONO MANSON VIDEO

Past Show–June 26

Magela Herrera

Considered one of Cuba's leading flute players in jazz and popular music, Magela Herrera will enchant you with tunes infused with Latin Jazz, European jazz, and Afro-Cuban music traditions.

VISIT MAGELA HERRERA WEBSITE

Past Show–July 10

Ron Crowder Band

Ron Crowder is an award-winning singer-songwriter, producer, and recording engineer. Ron recently won the award for Best Song at the 2018 New Mexico Music Awards, along with his co-writers, Jim Casey and Danny Casey, for their song, “Liberty.”

VISIT RON CROWDER WEBSITE WATCH RON CROWDER VIDEO

Past Show–July 17

Cha Wa

From the funk-laced beats and bass-heavy sousaphone blasts to the gritty warmth of singer J’Wan Boudreaux’s voice, New Orleans brass band-meets-Mardi Gras Indian outfit Cha Wa radiates a fiery energy. Co-presented by St. John’s College and the New Mexico Jazz Festival.

VISIT CHA WA WEBSITE WATCH CHA WA VIDEO

Past Show–July 24

Nosotros

Nosotros is one of the most recognizable Latin bands in the Southwest. This 9-piece, Latin music powerhouse from the Albuquerque/Santa Fe region seamlessly combines Latin rhythms with elements of rock, salsa, jazz, and cumbia, creating an original sound that is unmistakably Nosotros.

VISIT NOSOTROS WEBSITE WATCH NOSOTROS VIDEO

PAST SHOW—June 12

Christine Fawson

PAST SHOW—June 19

Jono Manson

Past Show–June 26

Magela Herrera

Past Show–July 10

Ron Crowder Band

Past Show–July 17

Cha Wa

Past Show–July 24

Nosotros

2021 MUSICAL LINE-UP PERFORMANCE APPLICATION

Calling all musicians: Music on the Hill will accept 2021 applications August 1 through November 1, 2020 for the 2021 summer concert series.

DOWNLOAD THE PERFORMANCE APPLICATION (PDF)

Sponsors AND FRIENDS OF MUSIC ON THE HILL

Special thanks to the local sponsors who make this event possible. Sponsorships support the concert series and financial aid for New Mexico students at St. John’s College. “Friends of Music on the Hill” offers individuals a way to make a tax-deductible gift to Music on the Hill. Become a Friend of Music on the Hill by donating today.

To request information about becoming a sponsor, please contact Carolyn Kingston at carolyn.kingston(at)sjc.edu or 505-984-6113.

Premier Lead Sponsor

Enterprise Bank & Trust: Together, there's no stopping you.

Band Sponsor

Senior Partner Sponsor

Media Sponsors

Partner Sponsors ($2,500 level)

Supporter Sponsors ($1,000 level)

Benefit Events

Thank you to Santa Fe Bar and Grill and Il Piatto for hosting Restaurant Benefit Nights in support of Music on the Hill.

Thank you to Peruvian Connection for hosting a Retail Benefit event in support of Music on the Hill.

This project is supported in part by New Mexico Arts, a division of the Department of Cultural Affairs, and the National Endowment for the Arts.

In-Kind Sponsors

Atalaya Search and Rescue

Frogurt

IHM Retreat & Conference Center

Rio Grande School

Santa Fe Music Collective

Santa Fe Preparatory School

Santa Fe Waste Services

Parking

Designated Parking Areas

A drop-off site is located at the entrance to campus on Camino de Cruz Blanca for those unable to walk from the designated parking areas.

Santa Fe Prep Main Lot
Off of Camino de Cruz Blanca
Immaculate Heart of Mary Retreat & Conference Center
Across the street from Santa Fe Prep with access from Camino de Cruz Blanca.
Rio Grande School
Off of Camino Cabra, next to Atalaya Elementary School
Atalaya Elementary School
Off of Camino Cabra, next to Rio Grande School

Free Park and Ride Shuttle

Parking is no longer available at Museum Hill. Instead, shuttle parking is available with the Santa Fe Pick-Up.

Ride the FREE Santa Fe Pick-Up from the Transfer Station. The Park and Ride shuttle departs from the area in front of the Lamy building located at 413 Old Santa Fe Trail. Parking facilities can be accessed through Paseo de Peralta in the parking areas next to the Moon (PERA) and Lamy buildings. The Santa Fe Pick-Up hours will be extended until 8:30 p.m. for each concert evening. We thank the City of Santa Fe for extending their hours for the public to attend the free community concerts at St. John’s College. For more information visit santafenm.gov/transit or call 505-231-2573.

Handicap Parking Area

Handicap parking is available for those with a handicap permit. Proceed to the main college entrance where security personnel will direct you to the appropriate lot.

Concertgoers are advised to use the designated parking lots and heed all “no parking” signs on local area streets. View map of designated parking areas.

Please do not park along any nearby streets, including Camino de Cruz Blanca, Camino San Acacio, Calle Rumolo, Camino Cabra, or Camino Picacho. The areas will be monitored by the City of Santa Fe Police and will be subject to parking violations.

Rules and Guidelines

To ensure the enjoyment of all concert-goers, we ask that you please follow these guidelines:

No pets, except service dogs, on the field
No tables on the field
No large umbrellas
No tents
No smoking
Children must be supervised at all times
Bicycle parking is available along tennis court fence
Keep views of the stage unobstructed
Drink responsibly and understand that underage drinking is prohibited
Respect the college’s neighbors and park cars only in designated parking areas
Pick up your trash before leaving the field

St. John’s College reserves the right to:

Ask anyone to leave due to inappropriate behavior or conduct.

Cancellation Policy

In case of inclement weather requiring cancellation of a concert, updated information can be found on this page, the Music on the Hill Facebook page, and KSFR radio station.

VOLUNTEERS

Special thanks to our Volunteer Advisory Board, who work throughout the year to organize, raise funds and produce Music on the Hill!

Thank you: John DiRuggiero, Douglas Maahs of DMaahs Construction, Tim McCord Digital & Social Marketing Strategy Management Consultant, Dion Silva, Los Alamos National Bank, Philip Spiers, Tom Taylor Belts and Buckles, John Trentacosta, Straight Up Productions, David Wilkinson, and Santa Fean Magazine.

Music on the Hill honors the memory of Dr. Margaret S. Mertz. Margaret was a 1983 graduate of St. John’s college in Santa Fe. She had a lifelong passion for performance, music and the arts. She volunteered with many arts organizations, and especially loved her work with Music on the Hill.