Archway Music / Dance / Literary Events, 2026
AUGUST, 2026
Sunday, August 23, 6:00-8:00pm, Vela Ensemble
Based in Houston, Vela Ensemble is a new chamber collective comprising some of the city's most prominent musicians: Tori Yaussy, Emily Moscoso, Katie Angielczyk, and Haley Houk. Dedicated to evolving the wind chamber tradition, the group breathes new life into the repertoire by pairing quintessential masterpieces with lesser-known works through flexible instrumentation and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
The event is free, but we would appreciate if you can RSVP here.
Based in Houston, Vela Ensemble is a new chamber collective comprising some of the city's most prominent musicians: Tori Yaussy, Emily Moscoso, Katie Angielczyk, and Haley Houk. Dedicated to evolving the wind chamber tradition, the group breathes new life into the repertoire by pairing quintessential masterpieces with lesser-known works through flexible instrumentation and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
The event is free, but we would appreciate if you can RSVP here.
Sunday, August 30, 6:00-8:00pm, Opus 4...Tango!
Join us for an evening of the music of Astor Piazzolla. The quartet will be joined by Pablo Fernandez on the bandoneon. And that's not all! There will also be a performance by Susana Colins, director of the Houston Tango School.
Join us for an evening of the music of Astor Piazzolla. The quartet will be joined by Pablo Fernandez on the bandoneon. And that's not all! There will also be a performance by Susana Colins, director of the Houston Tango School.
SEPTEMBER, 2026
Friday, September 11, 7:00-9:00pm, Monarch Chamber Players
Monarch Chamber Players opens its 26-27 season with New Beginnings, a concert that memorializes stories, celebrates friendship and new journeys. Featuring music by Nicky Sohn, Paul Wiancko, Svante Henryson, and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. 🦋
Program:
Monarch Chamber Players opens its 26-27 season with New Beginnings, a concert that memorializes stories, celebrates friendship and new journeys. Featuring music by Nicky Sohn, Paul Wiancko, Svante Henryson, and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. 🦋
Program:
- Nicky Sohn, Butterfly,; Paul Wiancko, American Haiku; Michi Wiancko, Lullaby; Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Clarinet Quintet
Sunday, September 27, 6:00-8:00pm, Bob Henschen Jazz Quartet featuring Warren Sneed
One of our regular groups! If you like jazz, don't miss this group.
One of our regular groups! If you like jazz, don't miss this group.
OCTOBER, 2026
Sunday, October 4, 6:00-8:00pm, AURA of UH
Under the direction of Rob Smith, AURA is dedicated to the performance of chamber music composed in the last two decades. Members of the ensemble become well acquainted with contemporary music repertoire, techniques, and styles.
Under the direction of Rob Smith, AURA is dedicated to the performance of chamber music composed in the last two decades. Members of the ensemble become well acquainted with contemporary music repertoire, techniques, and styles.
Sunday, October 11, 7:00-10:00pm, Keith Karnaky Jazz Group
NOTE START TIME IS 7PM!
Audience favorite Keith Karnaky returns with an outstanding ensemble of top improvisational musicians ... for a night of timeless jazz standards and improvisations in one of Houston's most intimate listening spaces. Players include Jose Miguel on piano, Warren Sneed on sax, David Craig on bass and Keith Karnaky on drums.
NOTE START TIME IS 7PM!
Audience favorite Keith Karnaky returns with an outstanding ensemble of top improvisational musicians ... for a night of timeless jazz standards and improvisations in one of Houston's most intimate listening spaces. Players include Jose Miguel on piano, Warren Sneed on sax, David Craig on bass and Keith Karnaky on drums.
Sunday, October 18, 6:00-8:00pm, Pluto Soundz
NOTE START TIME IS 6:3-PM!
The creative and eclectic Pluto Soundz returns with an interactive experience that encourages the audience to engage with the music in a new way. You're invited to bring a sketchbook and draw, doodle, or write whatever their music and storytelling inspires throughout the performance. A fun and unique way to spark creativity!
NOTE START TIME IS 6:3-PM!
The creative and eclectic Pluto Soundz returns with an interactive experience that encourages the audience to engage with the music in a new way. You're invited to bring a sketchbook and draw, doodle, or write whatever their music and storytelling inspires throughout the performance. A fun and unique way to spark creativity!
NOVEMBER, 2026
Sunday, November 8, 6:00-8:00pm, Misha Penton & guest artists from ConTempo Studios + 6 Degrees Dance
An evening of music, dance, poetry, and Misha’s watercolor scores. This performance explores imagination, connection, and the creative spark that emerges when artistic disciplines meet.
Misha Penton, voice, electronics, lyrics, scores. Sarah Dyer-Jones, voice. George Heathco, guitar. Neil Ellis Orts, narrator + poetry. Dancers from Toni Valle’s 6 Degrees Dance + special guests.
An evening of music, dance, poetry, and Misha’s watercolor scores. This performance explores imagination, connection, and the creative spark that emerges when artistic disciplines meet.
Misha Penton, voice, electronics, lyrics, scores. Sarah Dyer-Jones, voice. George Heathco, guitar. Neil Ellis Orts, narrator + poetry. Dancers from Toni Valle’s 6 Degrees Dance + special guests.
Sunday, November 15, 6:00-8:00pm, AURA of UH
Under the direction of Rob Smith, AURA is dedicated to the performance of chamber music composed in the last two decades. Members of the ensemble become well acquainted with contemporary music repertoire, techniques, and styles.
Under the direction of Rob Smith, AURA is dedicated to the performance of chamber music composed in the last two decades. Members of the ensemble become well acquainted with contemporary music repertoire, techniques, and styles.
Archway Music / Dance / Literary Events, 2027
FEBRUARY, 2027
Sunday, February 7, 6:00-8:00pm, La Speranza
La Speranza, a frequent player at Archway, brings vibrant historically informed performances on period instruments.
La Speranza, a frequent player at Archway, brings vibrant historically informed performances on period instruments.
APRIL, 2027
Sunday, April 18, 6:00-8:00pm, AURA of UH
Under the direction of Rob Smith, AURA is dedicated to the performance of chamber music composed in the last two decades. Members of the ensemble become well acquainted with contemporary music repertoire, techniques, and styles.
Under the direction of Rob Smith, AURA is dedicated to the performance of chamber music composed in the last two decades. Members of the ensemble become well acquainted with contemporary music repertoire, techniques, and styles.
JUNE, 2027
Sunday, June 6, 6:00-8:00pm, Harpisphere
Harpisphere is a Houston educational organization to promote the music of the harp. This program will bring a world-class harpist to the gallery for a solo recital.
Harpisphere is a Houston educational organization to promote the music of the harp. This program will bring a world-class harpist to the gallery for a solo recital.
Sunday, June 13, 6:30-8:30pm, Houston Harp Quartet
Five Houston harpists Naomi Hoffmeyer, Emily Klein, Hope Cowan, and Caitlin Mehrtens perform at Archway.
Five Houston harpists Naomi Hoffmeyer, Emily Klein, Hope Cowan, and Caitlin Mehrtens perform at Archway.