Dr. Armin Rembe Lecture Series at La Quinta
Dr. Armin Rembe Lecture Series at La Quinta is a monthly event in honor of Dr. Rembe, who passed away in 2021. The series is inspired by his love of Los Poblanos, his curiosity, intelligence and community relationships. This series celebrates his legacy by promoting stimulating conversations rooted in the core values and mission of Los Poblanos. The series also reflects the rich history of La Quinta Cultural Center in the 1930s and 1940s, when the Simms family held events to promote the arts. As we work to preserve La Quinta as an important architectural landmark, we aim to emulate its dynamic programming through our own curated events and experiences. Experience a culturally rich day at La Quinta by joining us for afternoon tea before the evening lecture.
Guests are invited to visit the Library Bar at La Quinta between 4:30 and 5:30 PM before the talk begins at 5:30 PM.
$20 per person
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DECEMBER 15: Villancicos Flamencos: Song and celebration from Spain to New Mexico
Celebrate the season with a festive presentation by Nicolasa Chávez, a fourteenth-generation New Mexican, historian, curator and performance artist whose work highlights the rich multicultural heritage of New Mexico. The evening will trace the history of Villancicos (Spanish holiday songs) from Medieval Spain to the present, combining history, storytelling and music.
Villancicos often depict the journey of José y María (Joseph and Mary) and Los Reyes Magos (the Three Kings), local villagers preparing for the wedding of José y María, or those searching for the perfect gift for the Christ Child. The Gitanos of southern Spain have passed down Flamenco versions of these songs for generations, often imbuing the characters with a local twist.
Nicolasa Chávez’s work focuses on the rich multicultural heritage of New Mexico and the connections between New Mexico and the Spanish-speaking world. She is the author of The Spirit of Flamenco: From Spain to New Mexico (Museum of New Mexico Press) and A Century of Masters: The NEA National Heritage Fellows of New Mexico (LPD Press), which won a New Mexico Book Award. She performs and conducts lecture-demonstrations on the history of Flamenco, Spanish dance, and Argentine tango, and currently serves as the Curator of Latin American and Nuevomexicano Collections at the Museum of International Folk Art.
Guests are invited to visit the Library Bar at La Quinta between 4:30 and 5:30 PM before the performance begins at 5:30 PM.
Location
Please park on the south side of the property, following the signs to the La Quinta portal.
