Abstract In observation of the Summer Solstice, the Rothko Chapel will be open from sunrise to sunset (approximately 6:20am-8:25pm). In addition, the following programs will be available at no charge:Sang Chod (Tibetan Smoke Offering) 6:22 SunriseSang Chod, or Smoke Offering, is a ritual traditionally done in the early morning for special occasions such as the Tibetan New Year (LoSar). Participants are invited to cleanse themselves of negativities and offer good intentions as...

Abstract Vivalda Dula Suggested donation $10Accompanied by her band, singer and percussionist Vivalda Dula will take listeners on an exploration of her native Angola through her gift of song and storytelling. Mirroring the diversity of Angola, Dula's music travels through Kizomba, Semba, and Jazz. Her fresh and light sound marries the Afro- Angolan music sung in Kimbundu, Humbundu (Bantu languages from Angola), Portuguese, English, and Spanish. Vivalda began professionally her artistic...

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Ed Poullard’s creole music conjures images of “faisdo dos” in Acadian sugar cane fields on humid nights. Poullard is recognized as the premier creole musician on both sides of the Sabine River, part of a family tradition passed down through generations. Yeti Sunshine is on site selling snowballs, in addition to free beer from Saint Arnolds and snacks. Bring your family, friends, and a blanket, and enjoy a summer night of music!

Abstract Renowned Houston mariachi group Mariachi Imperial de America delights the audience with engaging, energetic, and diverse music. Led by Jose Longoria and including his sons, Mariachi Imperial de America has released three albums, been televised nationally, and received numerous awards, including #1 Mariachi in Houston from Houston Press in 2005. Mariachi Imperial de America has performed internationally from Armenia to China. Yeti Sunshine is on site selling snowballs, in addition to free...

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Step Rideau and the Zydeco Outlaws’ traditional zydeco music, served with a side of contemporary influences, makes your toes tap and your hips swing! With eight CDs to his credit, Step Rideau has been a fixture of zydeco music for almost 20 years. Yeti Sunshine is on site selling snowballs, in addition to free beer from Saint Arnolds and snacks. Bring your family, friends, and a blanket, and enjoy a summer night of music!

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New Orleans Hustlers Brass Band (June 11), Step Rideau and the Zydeco Outlaws (July 16), Ed Poullard (Aug 13)

Abstract Wednesday, July 19, 2023 6:30 PM Summer Sounds: Atlas Maior Pay What You Can Ticket $10-25 Registration provides a chair on the Plaza first come, first served In case of inclement weather, registration provides a seat inside the Rothko Chapel"Some musicians find an extant niche and set up camp within its borders. Others, however, set out for the hinterlands and build a castle. The turrets of Austin's Josh Peters and Joshua Thomson, aka Atlas Maior, still stand on their latest...

Abstract Concert, Arazeel Pay What You Can, suggested contribution $10Arazeel aims to build bridges across cultures. The group formed in 2014 when musicians from the Brazilian band Seu Jacinto and musicians from Austin’s Arab music community music got together. Arazeel’s repertoire includes: forró, a musical genre that originated in Northeastern Brazil and has African roots, Palestinian folksongs, Lebanese folksongs, and popular songs by Iraqi and Egyptian composers. The group utilizes...

Abstract Baba Ifalade and D.R.U.M. on the Chapel Plaza Suggested donation $10D.R.U.M. is an award-winning African percussion ensemble led by Baba Ifalade (Alafia Gaidi), lead vocalist and performer, and practitioner of African traditional religion and culture. D.R.U.M. stands for Divine Rhythm, United Motion. The group has won the Houston Press’s “Best World Beat Band” on numerous occasions. Their hour-long, family-friendly performance of African and African-diaspora music will include...

Abstract Boomtown Brass Band performs the high-energy hot jazz of 1920s New Orleans, featuring the incredible interplay of guitar, banjo, tuba, saxophone, clarinet, cornet, and trombone. Boomtown is Houston’s only dedicated trad jazz ensemble, citing among its influences the Louis Armstrong Hot Five and Hot Seven, King Oliver, New Orleans Rhythm Kings, Original Dixieland Jass Band, Jelly Roll Morton, Bix Beiderbecke, and Jabbo Smith, to name a few. Formed by bassist and tubaist Thomas Helton in the...