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Guitarist and composer Gustavo Alonso López presents an intimate evening of live Flamenco guitar in celebration of his third full-length studio album, Sonanta Con Metales. For this performance, Gustavo will reimagine works from each of his three albums for solo guitar.

About Sonanta Con Metales

Released in Spring of 2026 and created in collaboration with trumpeter Jay Roulston, Lopez’s newest record showcases Flamenco guitar in the context of a brass ensemble. Firmly grounded in the tradition and heritage of Spanish Flamenco, Sonanta Con Metales is also rooted in the lands of the American West. It was composed while Gustavo served as an Artist-In-Residence in Taos at the Helene Wurlitzer Foundation and draws on influences ranging from Flamenco to Jazz, film music, and Minimalism.

About the Artist

Gustavo Alonso López is a North American Flamenco guitarist and composer based in Walla Walla, WA. Born and raised in Idaho as the son of a Salvadoran immigrant, his music emerges from Flamenco’s grassroots oral tradition and the institutionalized Western notation system, borrows concepts from classical music and jazz, and blurs lines between composition and improvisation. Dismantling stereotypes and building cross-cultural dialogue and understanding through music are key elements of Gustavo’s creative practice. He has released three full-length studio albums, Punto Lejano (2014), Espasón (2023), and Sonanta Con Metales (2026). His work has received support from the Fulbright US Student Program, ArtWalla, The Helene Wurlitzer Foundation, Artist Trust, Audiosocket, and the Ucross Foundation. He also serves as a Studio Music Instructor in Guitar at Whitman College.

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Artist Website: studioespason.com

Bandcamp: https://gustavoalonsolopez.bandcamp.com/music

Meet Dr. Theresa “Tessa” Córdova at Harwood Museum of Art to begin this hour and a half historic walking tour from Ledoux Street to Taos Plaza. The tour will begin with a visit to Unearthing Futures / Desenterrando Futuros. No video recording allowed. Historic Walking Tour tickets cost $20 per person. Taos Walking Tours accepts cash or Venmo. Museum admission varies. Members are always free.

About Taos Walking Tours

In 1987, Arsenio Córdova purchased Taos Walking Tours, a perfect fit with his education in history and the area in which he lived as a tenth-generation Taoseño. His main goal included sharing sites and individuals of special significance to the history of the area. Arsenio understood the importance of sharing the history of the area in an entertaining, factual and respectful manner and his presentations reflected these beliefs. For many years, the educator-musician and community activist shared an insider’s point of view with scheduled tours and step-on guide service. Arsenio Córdova personally trained his family members with his vision to maintain and honor historical integrity. The Córdova family tour guides also possess advanced degrees and a passion for sharing the excitement that is the Taos community.

Photo by Jaelyn DeMaria, PhD.

Join Harwood Education Staff for an in-depth look at Unearthing Futures / Desenterrando Futuros on this guided one-hour exhibition tour. Tour is included with admission but we suggest at least a $5 per person donation for joining the tour. Sundays are always free to Taos County residents.

We request advance notice for groups of 10 or more. Learn more about our group admission and private tour program here.

Unearthing Futures / Desenterrando Futuros is made possible by the generous support of Henry Luce Foundation, Terra Foundation for American Art, Betty T.  Foster Endowment Fund, VIA Art Fund, Taos County Lodger’s Tax, The Sherman and Joyce Scott Family Foundation, 203 Fine Art, Sheree Livney + Steve Hanks, Richard B. Siegel Foundation, Marcy Rumsfeld + Santiago Vaca, Janara Bornstein, Main Street Cultural Event Fund, Janet Holmberg + Shawn Berman, Dora + Carl Dillistone, Judith Cuddihy, Happy Price, Romy + Carl Colonius. 

In Kind Donations: CU Boulder Computer Science Department, Enchanted Outpost, Goat Tree Orchard, Mary Domito, Chuby Construction, Juniper Leherissey, Linda + Bob Warning, Janet Holmberg + Shawn Berman, Stephanie + Scott Salmon, Vanessa + Ted Dimond, Lisa + David von Gunten, Embudo Valley Vineyards, Sheree Livney + Steve Hanks, Janet + John Mockovciak, The Cellar, Ron Cooper – Del Maguey Founder, Rolling Still Distillery.

mage: Joanna Keane Lopez, Clay Song, 2022, adobe, land sourced colored clays, mica.

Join Harwood Education Staff for an in-depth look at Unearthing Futures / Desenterrando Futuros on this guided one-hour exhibition tour. Tour is included with admission but we suggest at least a $5 per person donation for joining the tour. Sundays are always free to Taos County residents.

We request advance notice for groups of 10 or more. Learn more about our group admission and private tour program here.

Unearthing Futures / Desenterrando Futuros is made possible by the generous support of Henry Luce Foundation, Terra Foundation for American Art, Betty T.  Foster Endowment Fund, VIA Art Fund, Taos County Lodger’s Tax, The Sherman and Joyce Scott Family Foundation, 203 Fine Art, Sheree Livney + Steve Hanks, Richard B. Siegel Foundation, Marcy Rumsfeld + Santiago Vaca, Janara Bornstein, Main Street Cultural Event Fund, Janet Holmberg + Shawn Berman, Dora + Carl Dillistone, Judith Cuddihy, Happy Price, Romy + Carl Colonius. 

In Kind Donations: CU Boulder Computer Science Department, Enchanted Outpost, Goat Tree Orchard, Mary Domito, Chuby Construction, Juniper Leherissey, Linda + Bob Warning, Janet Holmberg + Shawn Berman, Stephanie + Scott Salmon, Vanessa + Ted Dimond, Lisa + David von Gunten, Embudo Valley Vineyards, Sheree Livney + Steve Hanks, Janet + John Mockovciak, The Cellar, Ron Cooper – Del Maguey Founder, Rolling Still Distillery.

mage: Joanna Keane Lopez, Clay Song, 2022, adobe, land sourced colored clays, mica.

Join Artist Ronald Rael for a two-day adobe restoration workshop at the historic village of Los Ancones in Northern New Mexico. The workshop will focus on enjarrando (mud plastering), preparing and applying earthen plaster, making adobes, and earthen floor techniques. This is free workshop with limited space. Those who identify with adobe as a heritage practice are encouraged to apply.

Apply Here

Applications are due on July 6 at midnight MST. Participants will be notified of their acceptance by Friday, July 10. Community lunch provided on Day 1. Lunch and breakfast provided on Day 2. Please note that transportation and accommodations are not included. Participants must be able to attend both days of the workshop.

Dates: Saturday, August 15 + Sunday, August 16 from 10am-4pm

Location: 15 minutes from the historic hot springs of Ojo Caliente, New Mexico

Instructors: Ronald Rael, Mateo Salinas Clarke, and Kateri Lopez

About the site:

The village of Los Ancones is named for the natural coves formed by the Rio Vallecitos as it winds through the mountains of Kit Carson National

Forest in the Cañada de La Madera. Once a thriving farming village with homes, religious buildings and a school, Los Ancones is now comprised of a few small 19th century adobe structures, including a rare, functioning religious building called a Morada, a cemetery, an abundant acequia, which provides water to the lush vega, and the property represents some of the best remaining examples of a traditional Northern New Mexican cultural landscape.

Apply Here

This program is made possible with support from VIA Art Fund. Unearthing Futures / Desenterrando Futuros is made possible by the generous support of Henry Luce Foundation, Terra Foundation for American Art, Betty T.  Foster Endowment Fund, VIA Art Fund, Taos County Lodger’s Tax, The Sherman and Joyce Scott Family Foundation, 203 Fine Art, Sheree Livney + Steve Hanks, Richard B. Siegel Foundation, Marcy Rumsfeld + Santiago Vaca, Janara Bornstein, Main Street Cultural Event Fund, Janet Holmberg + Shawn Berman, Dora + Carl Dillistone, Judith Cuddihy, Happy Price, Romy + Carl Colonius.

In Kind Donations: CU Boulder Computer Science Department, Enchanted Outpost, Goat Tree Orchard, Mary Domito, Chuby Construction, Juniper Leherissey, Linda + Bob Warning, Janet Holmberg + Shawn Berman, Stephanie + Scott Salmon, Vanessa + Ted Dimond, Lisa + David von Gunten, Embudo Valley Vineyards, Sheree Livney + Steve Hanks, Janet + John Mockovciak, The Cellar, Ron Cooper – Del Maguey Founder, Rolling Still Distillery.

Images: Courtesy of Ronald Rael.

Take a moment to slow down with art and experience the special exhibition Unearthing Futures / Desenterrando Futuros. Each month, a Harwood educator will lead you through a series of exercises to explore a single work of art. This 30-minute conversation in the galleries will open your eyes and deepen your connection with art. This program is free for Members or included with Museum admission. View our admission rates and free categories here or become a Member.

July Focus: LIMINAL by Ronald Rael

August Focus: Ella vendrá a pagarle todo by Gabriel Chaile

September Focus: Relics (Gina’s Gameboy) by Santino Gonzales

Image: Harwood Museum of Art. 

Join Harwood Education Staff for an in-depth look at Unearthing Futures / Desenterrando Futuros on this guided one-hour exhibition tour. Tour is included with admission but we suggest at least a $5 per person donation for joining the tour.

We request advance notice for groups of 10 or more. Learn more about our group admission and private tour program here.

Unearthing Futures / Desenterrando Futuros is made possible by the generous support of Henry Luce Foundation, Terra Foundation for American Art, Betty T.  Foster Endowment Fund, VIA Art Fund, Taos County Lodger’s Tax, The Sherman and Joyce Scott Family Foundation, 203 Fine Art, Sheree Livney + Steve Hanks, Richard B. Siegel Foundation, Marcy Rumsfeld + Santiago Vaca, Janara Bornstein, Main Street Cultural Event Fund, Janet Holmberg + Shawn Berman, Dora + Carl Dillistone, Judith Cuddihy, Happy Price, Romy + Carl Colonius. 

In Kind Donations: CU Boulder Computer Science Department, Enchanted Outpost, Goat Tree Orchard, Mary Domito, Chuby Construction, Juniper Leherissey, Linda + Bob Warning, Janet Holmberg + Shawn Berman, Stephanie + Scott Salmon, Vanessa + Ted Dimond, Lisa + David von Gunten, Embudo Valley Vineyards, Sheree Livney + Steve Hanks, Janet + John Mockovciak, The Cellar, Ron Cooper – Del Maguey Founder, Rolling Still Distillery. 

Image: Joanna Keane Lopez, Clay Song, 2022, adobe, land sourced colored clays, mica.

Meet Dr. Theresa “Tessa” Córdova at Harwood Museum of Art to begin this hour and a half historic walking tour from Ledoux Street to Taos Plaza. The tour will begin with a visit to Unearthing Futures / Desenterrando Futuros. No video recording allowed. Historic Walking Tour tickets cost $20 per person. Taos Walking Tours accepts cash or Venmo. Museum admission varies. Members are always free.

About Taos Walking Tours

In 1987, Arsenio Córdova purchased Taos Walking Tours, a perfect fit with his education in history and the area in which he lived as a tenth-generation Taoseño. His main goal included sharing sites and individuals of special significance to the history of the area. Arsenio understood the importance of sharing the history of the area in an entertaining, factual and respectful manner and his presentations reflected these beliefs. For many years, the educator-musician and community activist shared an insider’s point of view with scheduled tours and step-on guide service. Arsenio Córdova personally trained his family members with his vision to maintain and honor historical integrity. The Córdova family tour guides also possess advanced degrees and a passion for sharing the excitement that is the Taos community.

Photo by Jaelyn DeMaria, PhD.

Join Artist Ronald Rael for a two-day adobe restoration workshop at the historic village of Los Ancones in Northern New Mexico. The workshop will focus on enjarrando (mud plastering), preparing and applying earthen plaster, making adobes, and earthen floor techniques. This is free workshop with limited space. Those who identify with adobe as a heritage practice are encouraged to apply.

Apply Here

Applications are due on July 6 at midnight MST. Participants will be notified of their acceptance by Friday, July 10. Community lunch provided on Day 1. Lunch and breakfast provided on Day 2. Please note that transportation and accommodations are not included. Participants must be able to attend both days of the workshop.

Dates: Saturday, August 15 + Sunday, August 16 from 10am-4pm

Location: 15 minutes from the historic hot springs of Ojo Caliente, New Mexico

Instructors: Ronald Rael, Mateo Salinas Clarke, and Kateri Lopez

About the site:

The village of Los Ancones is named for the natural coves formed by the Rio Vallecitos as it winds through the mountains of Kit Carson National

Forest in the Cañada de La Madera. Once a thriving farming village with homes, religious buildings and a school, Los Ancones is now comprised of a few small 19th century adobe structures, including a rare, functioning religious building called a Morada, a cemetery, an abundant acequia, which provides water to the lush vega, and the property represents some of the best remaining examples of a traditional Northern New Mexican cultural landscape.

Apply Here

This program is made possible with support from VIA Art Fund. Unearthing Futures / Desenterrando Futuros is made possible by the generous support of Henry Luce Foundation, Terra Foundation for American Art, Betty T.  Foster Endowment Fund, VIA Art Fund, Taos County Lodger’s Tax, The Sherman and Joyce Scott Family Foundation, 203 Fine Art, Sheree Livney + Steve Hanks, Richard B. Siegel Foundation, Marcy Rumsfeld + Santiago Vaca, Janara Bornstein, Main Street Cultural Event Fund, Janet Holmberg + Shawn Berman, Dora + Carl Dillistone, Judith Cuddihy, Happy Price, Romy + Carl Colonius.

In Kind Donations: CU Boulder Computer Science Department, Enchanted Outpost, Goat Tree Orchard, Mary Domito, Chuby Construction, Juniper Leherissey, Linda + Bob Warning, Janet Holmberg + Shawn Berman, Stephanie + Scott Salmon, Vanessa + Ted Dimond, Lisa + David von Gunten, Embudo Valley Vineyards, Sheree Livney + Steve Hanks, Janet + John Mockovciak, The Cellar, Ron Cooper – Del Maguey Founder, Rolling Still Distillery.

Images: Courtesy of Ronald Rael.