Odessa Arts

Kenny G
2025-01-23 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
Kenny G has a way with melody. That’s not necessarily a revelation, but more like a huge understatement, and it really comes into focus at this point in Kenny’s amazing career. This is a musician who has sold more than 75 million albums worldwide, owns the best-selling instrumental record of all time with 1992’s 12-times-platinum Breathless, has the number one Christmas record of all time with 1994’s 8-times platinum Miracles, and whose song “Going Home” has, improbably, become the official end-of-work-day anthem in China. At the heart of those achievements is Kenny’s ability to convey deep emotional resonance with his saxophone, a skill never more apparent than on Innocence, his 20th studio album and fifth for Concord Records.

Clint Black: 35th Anniversary of Killin' Time Tour
2025-01-24 19:30 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
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Her Melody: Celebrating Women in Music - Permian Basin String Quartet - Spring Recital
2025-01-25 17:00 - 19:00 | Rea-Greathouse Recital Hall, 1310 Farm to Market 1788, Midlan, TX, 79707, United States
Tickets and info are available on our website https://www.wtxs.org/concerts/pbsq-spring.html

West Texas Symphony Chamber Chorale Auditions
2025-01-28 19:00 - 21:30 | West Texas Symphony Hall, 3100 La Force Blvd, Midland, TX, 79706, United States
CHORALE AUDITIONS
Chorale Director, Dr. Brad Light, is excited to grow and expand the membership in the West Texas Symphony Chamber Chorale. Membership is open to singers high school age and older. Auditions will take place in person by appointment.
When & Where
Tuesday, January 28
7:00 – 9:30PM
West Texas Symphony Hall
3100 LaForce Blvd, Midland TX (near the airport)
Overview
Each audition will last about 10 minutes and consist of:
2.) SOLO – Bring a prepared solo. This can be any art song, folk song, or aria in any language.
3.) MUSIC READING – You will be asked to do a short exercise to demonstrate your comfort with music reading.
4.) VOCALIZE – You will be asked you to sing a few simple exercises in order to know your voice better.
Placements will be announced by email, the following week.
Rehearsals
Tuesdays from 7pm – 9pm, beginning February 4, 2025.
West Texas Symphony Hall
Questions?
Please email the Chorale Director at chorale@wtxs.org.

La Fiera de Ojinaga, Los Vendavales y La Exigencia
2025-01-31 19:00 | La Hacienda Event Center, 12600 TX-191 Hwy, Midland, TX, 79705, United States

Mania: The ABBA Tribute
2025-01-31 19:30 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
Take A Chance On MANIA……and you won’t be disappointed!
Mania the ABBA Tribute has successfully toured every continent in the world and has played over 3,000 live concerts in over 35 countries. Recent highlights included a second run in London’s West End where the show performed for a month in the iconic Shaftesbury Theatre, London in May 2021. The show also enjoyed an 80-date sell-out USA National tour in 2022/2023, Mania continues in its quest to bring the music of the Swedish ’Supergroup’ to millions of fans, old and new!
Featuring an extraordinary cast of talented musicians and performers, Mania: The ABBA Tribute delivers an authentic and unforgettable tribute to the legendary Swedish band that has captured the hearts of fans for generations. With stunning costumes, energetic choreography, and impeccable musicianship, Mania: The ABBA Tribute recreates the magic of ABBA’s music in all its glory. From “Dancing Queen” to “Waterloo,” “Mamma Mia” to “Takea Chance on Me,” the band performs all of ABBA’s greatest hits with passion and precision, transporting audiences back to the disco era of the 1970s.
The upcoming tour promises to be an unforgettable experience for fans of ABBA and lovers of great music. With stunning visuals, electrifying performances, and all of ABBA’s greatest hits, Mania: The ABBA Tribute is a hit with audiences worldwide and Maniacs who return every year!

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The Magic of Jen Kramer
2025-02-01 19:00 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
She turns the impossible into the impossible-to-ignore, wowing audiences with her contagious smile and world-class sleight-of-hand.
Jen headlines her own show in Las Vegas at Westgate Resort & Casino and won Best
Magician in the 2024 Best of Vegas Awards.
Named Female Magician of the Year by the International Magicians Society and a 40 Under 40 honoree by VEGAS INC, she has been featured on television shows including Penn & Teller: Fool Us, Masters of Illusion, and NBC’s TODAY Show.

West Texas Jazz Society Jazz Jam
2025-02-02 14:00 - 16:00 | Flair Taverna, 2701 JBS Parkway, Odessa, Texas
Join Us for a Free Jazz Jam Session!
Calling all musicians and jazz lovers! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, young or young-at-heart, this jam session is for YOU!
When: Sunday, February 2, from 2-4 pm Where: Flair Taverna Speakeasy
Bring your instrument and jam with local players! It’s the perfect chance to: Network with fellow musicians Develop your chops & learn new tunes Share the stage & have a blast
Food & drinks available for purchase
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, groove, and celebrate the joy of jazz. See you there!

CHAMBER CHORALE
2025-02-08 17:00 | TBD
CHAMBER CHORALE
Spring Recital
Saturday, February 8, 2025 | 5:00 pm
Location TBA
$25 General Admission, Students $12

Valentine's Night Dinner & Dance
2025-02-08 19:00 | Premiere Ballroom, 6482 W University Blvd, Odessa, TX, 79764, United States

Broadway in the Basin Presents RESPECT: The Aretha Franklin Story
2025-02-10 19:30 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
R.E.S.P.E.C.T is an electrifying tribute celebrating the music of the legendary Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin. This concert experience takes audiences on a journey of love, tragedy, courage, and triumph. Starring a live band and supreme vocalists, come experience a night of music by one of the greatest artists of all time. The concert features all your favorite hits in one evening, including "Natural Woman,” “Think,” “I Knew You Were Waiting for Me,” “Chain of Fools,” “Respect,” and many more. You’ll be out of your seat and dancing in the aisles as you lose yourself in the music that inspired a generation.

BALLET FOLKLORICO DE MEXICO DE AMALIA HERNANDEZ
2025-02-11 19:30 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
Experience the beautiful Hispanic traditions of Ballet Folklorico de Mexico de Amalia Hernandez! Recognized internationally for its presentations, this world-famous company returns with a show the whole family can enjoy! “sets the stage ablaze with vibrant color and engaging rhythms” (The Boston Globe).

2nd Annual Valentine's Dance
2025-02-12 19:00 | VFW, 208 E VFW Lane, Odessa, TX, 79762, United States
A Knight to Remember Romantic Tunes by DJ Knight – Ramon Guerrero
Wednesday, February 12th, 2025 208 E VFW Ln, Odessa, Tx – Bingo Hall
Dinner by Chef Mark : 7pm – 8pm Dance : 8pm – 11pm
Tickets: $15 per person To purchase tickets or for more information, contact Daizy Deleon at 432-352-0079
Enjoy:• A Silent Auction filled with treasures• Specialty Drinks & Beer from our VFW Canteen
Menu: Lemon Rosemary Chicken White Rice Pilaf Tender Asparagus Fresh Side Salad Sweet Dessert Refreshing Tea
Put on your best and join us for a magical evening of love, laughter, and dancing. Get your tickets today!

Decades of Love
2025-02-12 19:30 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
From its formation in 2003, Ernie Haase has built Signature Sound not only into one of the most popular and beloved quartets in all of Gospel music but, with their theme-based shows, they have endeared their brand of infectious joy, suburb harmony and performances to a very broad worldwide audience.
Ernie Haase & Signature Sound has sung and sold to millions worldwide, a feat that has not been accomplished by very few quartets of this style. From concerts in Latvia, Germany, Amsterdam, and all of Western Europe to India, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand, events all around North America, TV appearances on ESPN with NASCAR, multiple NBA appearances singing our National Anthem, and even a specialty tour of historic American theaters, Signature Sound is a world-renowned quartet that spans a wide variety of genres and cultures.
As group founder, Haase is a creative, hard-working tenor whose early roots with the unforgettable and legendary Southern Gospel quartet, The Cathedrals along with touring with The Gaithers, helped begin his dream to form a powerhouse group of his own. His goal was soon accomplished and then some…as EHSS quickly gained an international platform with their Gospel Shows, Inspiration Of Broadway show, A Jazzy Christmas show, and now, the Decades Of Love shows. EHSS is a crowd favorite wherever they go! Meeting with fans after the show is the magical icing on the cake that Haase prides himself in adding to each market. It’s all about the patrons!
Ernie Haase & Signature Sound is both a 7 time GRAMMY(R)-nominated and multi-GMA Dove Award-winning artist, a radio favorite in the United States and internationally, and a leader in CD sales and long form music video sales–with several RIAA(R)-certified Gold(R) and Platinum(R) DVDs.

Performer: Sean Gaskell – Music
2025-02-13 15:30 | Ector County Library
Sean Gaskell plays the kona, a west African harp. Come join us @ 3:30 in the auditorium to hear him play and learn about his travels and learning.

Lita Ford
2025-02-14 20:00 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
Lita Ford’s career began in 1975 as a founding member and guitarist of the groundbreaking all- female group the Runaways. The group’s hard rock/punk edge spawned hits “Cherry Bomb” and “Queens of Noise.”
In 1983, Ford launched her career as a solo artist with her début album Out For Blood, establishing her as a premier female performer in rock and heavy metal. She followed up in 1984 with the release of Dancin’ on the Edge, which earned her a Grammy nomination in the Best Female Rock Vocal Performance category. The album produced the world-charting single “Fire In My Heart” and the U.S. Billboard top 50 charting hit “Gotta Let Go.” The song, along with the video being in MTV’s top rotation, began to make Ford a household name and face.
2018 Celebrated the 30th anniversary of the 1988 self-titled multi-platinum Lita album, which boasted four charting hit singles, “Back to the Cave”, “Falling In and Out of Love” (co written with Motley Crue’s Nikki Sixx) along with the world wide mega hits “Kiss me Deadly”, nominated for the MTV Video Music Awards ‘Best Female Video of The Year’ and the certified Gold ballad single “Close my Eyes Forever” featuring Ozzy Osbourne, which remained in the Billboard Top 10 for 25 weeks. The Lita album solidified Ford as one of the most influential female performers in the music industry and earning her the title “Queen of Metal”. Following Lita, Ford released three more studio albums: Stiletto, Dangerous Curves and Black. These albums produced the radio and video hits “Hungry”,“Playin’ with Fire” and “Shot of Poison”, again nominating her for a Grammy.
Lynch Mob was formed by George Lynch in 1989 after the breakup of Dokken, his long time band of which he was a founding member and main songwriter. The band signed with Elektra Records, and immediately released Wicked Sensation which would go on to achieve Gold status. The album received much critical and fan acclaim, and would pave the way for over a dozen records over the next 30+ years.The band is known for it’s high energy, guitar driven, hard rock vibe, while featuring elements of classic rock, blues, metal, with a propensity for improvisation.
Lynch Mob is currently celebrating the legacy of an incredible history, with shows consisting of classic career-spanning material, as well as a heavy dose of Dokken songs.

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Valentine's Dance: Polo Urias
2025-02-14 20:00 | Farwest, 5850 W University Blvd. #200, Odessa, TX, 79764, United States
PURCHASE TICKETS AND TABLE BY CALLING 432-381-9378

Samuel Rosado – Un Beso y Una Flor
2025-02-15 19:30 - 22:00 | The Ector Theatre, 500 N. Texas, Odessa, TX, 79761, United States
Experience an Unforgettable Night of Music and Romance!
Feel the magic in the air as your favorite romantic star, Samuel Rosado, takes the stage for an enchanting evening that promises to touch your heart. This is a night you won’t want to miss!
Samuel Rosado is a celebrated romantic singer and songwriter, known for his captivating melodies and heartfelt lyrics. Influenced by the legends of bolero and ballads, he burst onto the scene in 1995 with his debut album, SAMUEL, featuring unforgettable hits like “Vendaval,” “Solamente Fuego,” and “Si yo no te tengo a ti.” These songs quickly became iconic themes for telenovelas, marking the beginning of his international success.
Now, with his latest album, UN BESO Y UNA FLOR, inspired by the romance and drama of the 20th century, Samuel is ready to captivate audiences around the world. This tour is not just a concert; it’s a vibrant experience for the senses and the heart of every romantic soul.
Join us for UN BESO Y UNA FLOR and immerse yourself in a night where music transcends the soul. Feel the love, embrace the magic, and create memories that will last a lifetime!

Stoney LaRue
2025-02-21 19:00 - 22:00 | The Ector Theatre, 500 N. Texas, Odessa, TX, 79761, United States
For nearly two decades Stoney LaRue has sustained a seminal music career that was dug straight out of the red dirt in Oklahoma. His rock infused country “tude” coupled with a dominating set of vocal pipes quickly identified him as a rising star. 20 years later, LaRue has “been there” and “done that” in almost every facet of the music hemisphere. Sold out shows in a continuous 200 plus dates a year tour schedule, high charting albums on Billboard, iTunes and the Texas Regional Radio Chart, featured videos on CMT, over 1 million albums and singles sold, guest vocal performances on songs by Lee Ann Womack and Miranda Lambert, shared stages with some of the biggest names in country music and a most coveted debut performance at Nashville’s renowned Grand Ole Opry.

Old School Night at The House Downtown Bar
2025-02-22 16:00 - 2025-02-23 02:00 | The House Downtown Bar, 513 N Grant Ave, Odessa, TX, 79761, United States

Three Dog Night
2025-02-22 20:00 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
Legendary band, THREE DOG NIGHT, now in its 6th decade, claims some of the most
astonishing statistics in popular music. In the years 1969 through 1974, no other group
achieved more top 10 hits, moved more records, or sold more concert tickets than
THREE DOG NIGHT.
THREE DOG NIGHT hits weave through the fabric of pop culture today, whether on the radio where they are heard day in and day out, in TV commercials or in major motion pictures — songs like “Mama Told Me (Not To Come)”, “Joy to the World”, “Black and White”, “Shambala” and “One” serve to heighten our emotions and crystallize THREE DOG NIGHT’s continuing popularity.
Boasting chart and sales records that remain virtually unmatched in popular music,
THREE DOG NIGHT holds a Billboard Magazine record for releasing 21 consecutive
Top 40 hits, including 3 #1 singles “Mama Told Me (Not to Come)”, “Joy to the World”,
and “Liar; the chart success drove 7 Platinum-selling singles and 12 straight RIAA
Certified Gold LPs. The hits appeared on best-selling charts in all genres (pop, rock,
rhythm & blues, and country). Its records continue to sell around the world, reaching
beyond the borders of the U.S. into Japan, Canada, Holland, England, Germany, Spain and elsewhere. Tens of millions of THREE DOG NIGHT records have been sold through the years.
Created in 1968 by Danny Hutton, THREE DOG NIGHT maintains an aggressive, year- round touring schedule of over 90 dates a year, performing their hit filled concerts for multi-generational audiences. The band’s now-famous name refers to native Australian hunters in the outback who huddled with their dogs for warmth on cold nights; the coldest being a “three dog night”.

UTPB Orchestra Concert
2025-02-24 19:30, 2025-02-25 19:30 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas

Amy Grant
2025-02-27 19:30 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
Conventional wisdom has it that Amy Grant put Contemporary ChristianMusic on the map, becoming the first CCM artist to have a platinum record,the first to hit No. 1 on the Pop charts, and the first to perform at the GRAMMY Awards. Since then, Grant has been strumming her way througha thirty-plus year adventure as a singer-songwriter, author, television host,and speaker.
Early on, Grant’s iconic voice became instantly recognizable in both the Christian and pop worlds. Over the years, she has sold more than 30 million albums world-wide, including three multi-platinum, six platinum, and fourgold. Her chart performance has also been consistent throughout her career, boasting six No. 1 hits, 10 “Top 40” Pop singles, 17 “Top 40” Adult Contemporary tracks and multiple Contemporary Christian chart-toppers. In recognition of such success, Grant has received 6 GRAMMY Awards and 26 Dove Awards, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and a star on the Music City Walk of Fame. Additionally, she was most recently inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame in Nashville.
Stepping out from behind her guitar, Grant found herself hosting the NBC prime time series “Three Wishes” in 2005, bringing her into millions of living rooms across America every Friday night. The people she met and stories she collected proved to be great inspiration for creating new musicand even writing a book. Two years later, Grant’s first book, Mosaic: Pieces of My Life So Far, was published. She continues to share her stories with audiences all over the country as a keynote and inspirational speaker.
In April 2016, Grant celebrated the 25th anniversary of her first pop hit,“Baby Baby”, with a worldwide release of a new version of the song featuring pop sensation and fellow Capitol Music Group recording artist Tori Kelly. Growing her wildly popular Christmas brand, Grant then released “Tennessee Christmas” in October 2016, her first all-new Christmas album in nearly twenty years. She looks forward to national arena symphony Christmas tours each November and December with long-time friend Michael W. Smith, as well as an annual Christmas residency at the world-famous Ryman Auditorium in Nashville with country superstar husband Vince Gill.
Grant resides with her family in Nashville, Tennessee, and is widely known for her philanthropy and tireless involvement in local causes and charitable organizations. Her own organization, The Helping Hands Foundation, has afforded her the opportunity to identify needs around her and there sources to help meet them, which has proven to be the sweetest reward of all.

Nashville Songwriters Under the West Texas Stars
2025-03-01 19:00 | Saulsbury Hangar, 200 E Terminal Drive, Odessa, Texas, 79765, United States
Join us on March 1, 2025, for Nashville Songwriters Under the West Texas Stars benefiting the Education Foundation of Odessa! This unforgettable evening will transport you from the written page to the concert stage, offering an exclusive glimpse into the lives of Nashville’s most talented songwriters and storytellers.
Our evening this year will feature Rhett Akins and The Warren Brothers. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate the power of storytelling through song while making a meaningful impact on the lives of local students!
This event is brought to you by The Perryman Group and Saulsbury.

Tony Desare: The Piano Show Featuring "RHAPSODY IN BLUE"
2025-03-01 19:30 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
The triple threat singer/pianist/songwriter, Tony DeSare, takes you on a journey that celebrates the timeless piano legends who have become the cornerstone of pop music culminating with Gershwin’s iconic Rhapsody In Blue. Musical stops along the way highlight favorites sung by Tony with songs by Billy Joel, Elton John, Journey, Ray Charles and Jerry Lee Lewis.
Named a Rising Star Male Vocalist in Downbeat magazine, DeSare has lived up to this distinction by winning critical and popular acclaim for his concert performances throughout North America and abroad. From jazz clubs to Carnegie Hall to Las Vegas headlining with Don Rickles and major symphony orchestras, DeSare has brought his fresh take on old school class around the globe. DeSare has fourth top ten Billboard jazz albums under his belt and has been featured on the CBS Early Show, NPR, A Prairie Home Companion, the Today Show and his music has been posted by social media celebrity juggernaut, George Takei.  DeSare has also collaborated with Youtube icons Postmodern Jukebox. DeSare’s Lush Life recording, debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard Traditional Jazz Chart and he released Song Diaries Vol. 2 in early 2022, now streaming on all platforms. DeSare’s latest single “Paris Always Will Have You” was released in early 2024 and available on all streaming platforms.
DeSare is an accomplished award-winning composer. He not only won first place in the USA Songwriting Contest, but has written the theme song for the motion picture, My Date With Drew, several broadcast commercials and has composed the full soundtracks for the Hallmark Channel’s Love Always, Santa and Lifetime’s new A Welcome Home Christmas.
DeSare’s forthcoming appearances include the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, Virginia Symphony, Artis-Naples/Naples Philharmonic, Grand Teton Music Festival, Chautauqua Institution and The New York Pops at Carnegie Hall.
DeSare releases new recordings, videos of standards and new originals regularly on his YouTube channel, Apple Music and Spotify. Follow Tony on Facebook, Instagram and subscribe on YouTube to stay connected.
Tony DeSare is a Yamaha Artist.

UTPB Choir Concert
2025-03-03 19:30 | Rea-Greathouse Recital Hall, 1310 Farm to Market 1788, Midlan, TX, 79707, United States

UTPB Music Presents Jazz Extravaganza
2025-03-03 19:30 - 21:00 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
The UTPB Jazz Kettle will be hosting internationally celebrated musicians Willie Murillo and James Morrison for a concert on Monday, March 3, 2025. This will be an event that will benefit students at UTPB, Odessa College, and Midland College, as well as community members. The Guest Artists will rehearse with community and college musicians on Sunday night, speak to groups and individuals in private lessons and Master Classes on Monday, and perform with jazz band members from UTPB, OC, MC and the greater Permian Basin community that evening at the Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center.
The magnitude of this experience cannot be overstated. Willie Murillo is an LA based trumpeter, singer, arranger, and producer who visited UTPB last year for a similar residence. Everyone who was associated with that rehearsal/performance 2-day event left the experience exhilarated and edified. James Morrison is an Australia based multi-instrumentalist who has been called “the Genius of Jazz”. He and Mr. Murillo will be on multi-state tour across the nation, and they are looking forward to spending a few days in the Permian Basin before moving on to other tour dates and locations.
Includes musicians from Odessa College, UTPB Jazz Kettle, and Midland College.

Blippi: Join The Band Tour
2025-03-06 18:00 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
C’mon and join Blippi to make music in your hometown in the brand new live Blippi: Join the Band Tour! Blippi will be joined onstage by Meekah, their singing and dancing buddies and LIVE musicians to explore what makes music, including sounds, rhythms and instruments, through all your favorite Blippi hits. So grab your drumsticks, tune up your guitar, and move those feet with Blippi and get ready for a musical performance that’s fun for the whole family!

Banda MS, Los 2 de la S y Keith Nieto
2025-03-07 20:00 | La Hacienda Event Center, 12600 TX-191 Hwy, Midland, TX, 79705, United States
