Join Sarah, Marisa, Ignacio and guest violinist Suliman Tekalli at the Loft for a program that traces a path through some of the most revolutionary moments in the history of the string quartet, showcasing how composers have challenged conventions, expanded expressive possibilities, and redefined the genre over time.

Tickets available 1 week prior HERE.

Note: the Loft is on the 2nd floor and only accessible by stairs. Capacity is limited in this 1300 sq ft space.

FREE parking (less than 1 block away!) for this event has been generously donated by United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County. Please access the southern United Way lot off S. Alamo Street through the entrance on Barrera Street.

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In their first major collaboration together, Icelandic cellist Saeunn Thornsteinsdottir and pianist Daniel Anastasio offer a program rooted in viscerality. Mythical music by Leoš Janáček, along with movements of Shostakovich's raw Cello Sonata and Zoltán Kodály's rarely performed gem Sonatina for Cello and Piano, will set a tone of emotional depth before a set of open improvisations. Using the work of Pauline Oliveros and her concept of 'sonic awareness'  as a primer, Saeunn and Daniel will lead the audience through an experience of participation, presence, and connection that aims to unlock new perceptions. 

Tickets available 1 week prior to the show HERE.

Cultural Threads interlaces history, identity, and tradition through works on paper, collage, fabric, textiles, and metals. This collection showcases artists who stitch personal and collective narratives, using materials that evoke memory, resilience, and belonging.

Features artwork by Lucia LaVilla-Havelin, Ashely Mirelez, Abby Hinojosa, Jennifer Khoshbin, Nanako Pastol, Tim Olson, Jalen Colton Sanchez, and Naomi Wanjiku; curated by Jon Hinojosa.

Note: the Loft is on the 2nd floor and only accessible by stairs. Capacity is limited in this 1300 sq ft space.

FREE parking (less than 1 block away!) for this event has been generously donated by United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County. Please access the southern United Way lot off S. Alamo Street through the entrance on Barrera Street.

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Between the Notes: Sheet music’s unwritten ingredients that give life to music

Join Daniel as he explains the limitations of sheet music as a blueprint for performing, and how unwritten elements of phrasing, rubato, balance, and personal intuition provide the most essential ingredient of all.

FREE tickets are available 1 week prior HERE.

Note: the Loft is on the 2nd floor and only accessible by stairs. Capacity is limited in this 1300 sq ft space.

FREE parking (less than 1 block away!) for this event has been generously donated by United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County. Please access the southern United Way lot off S. Alamo Street through the entrance on Barrera Street.

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Join Daniel and poet Naomi Shihab Nye as they discuss their collaborative process, the power of mixing poetry and music, how dialogues across artistic media can unlock new insights for both artists and audiences, and more. Included will be premiere performances from a new collaborative recital between the two.

FREE tickets 1 week prior available HERE.

Note: the Loft is on the 2nd floor and only accessible by stairs. Capacity is limited in this 1300 sq ft space.

FREE parking (less than 1 block away!) for this event has been generously donated by United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County. Please access the southern United Way lot off S. Alamo Street through the entrance on Barrera Street.

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Immerse yourself in Arnold Schoenberg's Verklärte Nacht, a string sextet masterpiece that weaves a tale of love, conflict, and ultimate redemption.

Featuring: Sarah Manzke and Samantha Bennett, violin; Marisa Bushman and Edwin Kaplan, viola; Ignacio Gallego and Ryan Murphy, cello.

FREE tickets available 1 week prior HERE.

Note: the Loft is on the 2nd floor and only accessible by stairs. Capacity is limited in this 1300 sq ft space.

FREE parking (less than 1 block away!) for this event has been generously donated by United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County. Please access the southern United Way lot off S. Alamo Street through the entrance on Barrera Street.

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Immerse yourself in Arnold Schoenberg's Verklärte Nacht, a string sextet masterpiece that weaves a tale of love, conflict, and ultimate redemption.

Featuring: Sarah Manzke and Samantha Bennett, violin; Marisa Bushman and Edwin Kaplan, viola; Ignacio Gallego and Ryan Murphy, cello.

FREE tickets available 1 week prior HERE.

Note: the Loft is on the 2nd floor and only accessible by stairs. Capacity is limited in this 1300 sq ft space.

FREE parking (less than 1 block away!) for this event has been generously donated by United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County. Please access the southern United Way lot off S. Alamo Street through the entrance on Barrera Street.

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With examples from the Baroque Period to today, Daniel guides you through a history of musical structures, and how composers use and manipulate them to move and surprise us.

With Daniel Anastasio, pianist/lecturer.

Tickets available 1 week prior HERE.

Note: the Loft is on the 2nd floor and only accessible by stairs. Capacity is limited in this 1300 sq ft space.

Shop local this holiday season! Come to the Agarita Loft Gallery to shop, sip, and see!

Stop by during this 2 hour popup and shop large and small works at a variety of price points by Symone Martinez, Dan Soder, Maya Sokovic, Katy Silva and Ali Wiesse.

Join Daniel and Pierre LaPointe, violist of the esteemed Escher Quartet, as they present LaPointe’s own Viola Sonata, along with one of the most important works in the viola repertoire and one of Brahms’s last, his Viola Sonata in F Minor. Like Brahms’s masterpiece, LaPointe’s work unfolds organically from only a few bits of melodic material, developing a powerful emotional journey that is grounded in an inevitable structure. Hear from the composer himself at this special performance.

Tickets available 1 week prior to the show HERE.

Note: the Loft is on the 2nd floor and only accessible by stairs. Capacity is limited in this 1300 sq ft space.

FREE parking (less than 1 block away!) for this event has been generously donated by United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County. Please access the southern United Way lot off S. Alamo Street through the entrance on Barrera Street.

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Join Ignacio and pianist Daniel del Pino for a recital of Spanish and Spanish-inspired music by Boccherini, Laura Vega, de Falla, Piazzolla, and Cassadó. This concert will be presented in Spanish.

Note: the Loft is on the 2nd floor and only accessible by stairs. Capacity is limited in this 1300 sq ft space.

FREE parking (less than 1 block away!) for this event has been generously donated by United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County. Please access the southern United Way lot off S. Alamo Street through the entrance on Barrera Street.

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A two viola recital featuring works by W.F. Bach, Paul Coletti, Garth Knox, Tigran Mansurian and more featuring Marisa Bushman and Dr. Kimberly Sparr.

Tickets available 1 week prior HERE.

Note: the Loft is on the 2nd floor and only accessible by stairs. Capacity is limited in this 1300 sq ft space.

FREE parking (less than 1 block away!) for this event has been generously donated by United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County. Please access the northern United Way lot off S. Alamo Street through the entrance on Refugio Street.

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How music became so specific, and why it matters. With Daniel Anastasio, pianist/lecturer.

From the sterile written scores of Bach to the picky instructions of Beethoven and beyond into the 21st century, how a composer chooses to write has massive effects on the performer’s interpretation, especially once the composer is no longer alive to elaborate. In this lecture, Daniel will explain the pros and cons of writing less versus more, how seriously to take extreme detail, and what to do when the composer hardly provides instruction.

Tickets available 1 week prior HERE

Note: the Loft is on the 2nd floor and only accessible by stairs. Capacity is limited in this 1300 sq ft space.

FREE parking (less than 1 block away!) for this event has been generously donated by United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County. Please access the northern United Way lot off S. Alamo Street through the entrance on Refugio Street.

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Fall exhibition at Agarita Loft Fountains of Imagination features artwork by Symone Martinez, Dan Soder, Maya Sokovic, and Ali Wiesse; curated by Katy Silva León.

Fountains of Imagination draws inspiration from the poetry book “A Coney Island of the Mind” written by Lawrence Ferlinghetti, which explores the challenges of our time via supernatural, playful and distinctly imagined environments. The title of this exhibition is borrowed from the last section of poem 13: “how heaven is, the perfect picture of a monarchy, and there would be no fires burning, in the hellish holes below, in which I might have stepped, nor any altars in the sky, except fountains of imagination.” 

These artists present work that is an allegory of modern life, similarly to the poems by Ferlinghetti, each from their own distinct creative perspective.  

Private appointments upon request. Please call or text the curator, Katy Silva León at 909-518-2245.

Note: the Loft is on the 2nd floor and only accessible by stairs. Capacity is limited in this 1300 sq ft space.

FREE parking (less than 1 block away!) for this event has been generously donated by United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County. Please access the northern United Way lot off S. Alamo Street through the entrance on Refugio Street.

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Closing of the summer exhibition at Agarita Loft “Unobstructed Horizons” features artwork by Charlie Kitchen, Hailey Marmolejo, and Dani Becknell and explores contemporary themes of the desert featuring sun-soaked, big sky, desert landscapes through painting, photography, and sculpture. Curated by Katy Silva León.

Private appointments upon request. Please call or text the curator, Katy Silva León at 909-518-2245.

Note: the Loft is on the 2nd floor and only accessible by stairs. Capacity is limited in this 1300 sq ft space.

FREE parking (less than 1 block away!) for this event has been generously donated by United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County. Please access the northern United Way lot off S. Alamo Street through the entrance on Refugio Street.

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Vox Balaenae (Voice of the Whale) by George Crumb is a stunning masterpiece of the 20th century, inspired by a tape recording of the sounds emitted by the humpback whale. For three “masked” performers (flute, cello, and piano), this work’s unique sounds illustrate five different geologic periods, ancient beings, and mystical premonitions of nature. Join flutist Catherine Gregory, cellist Brook Speltz, and pianist Daniel Anastasio on a gripping journey through time, including an in-depth description of the most significant elements of the piece. 

FREE tickets available 1 week prior.

Note: the Loft is on the 2nd floor and only accessible by stairs. Capacity is limited in this 1300 sq ft space.

FREE parking (less than 1 block away!) for this event has been generously donated by United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County. Please access the northern United Way lot off S. Alamo Street through the entrance on Refugio Street.

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The violin sonata repertoire is some of the richest in all of classical music, with a history that is centuries long. Join Sarah and Daniel at the Loft for two exceptionally powerful sonatas that exhibit a turning point for the genre.

FREE tickets available 1 week prior.

Note: the Loft is on the 2nd floor and only accessible by stairs. Capacity is limited in this 1300 sq ft space.

FREE parking (less than 1 block away!) for this event has been generously donated by United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County. Please access the northern United Way lot off S. Alamo Street through the entrance on Refugio Street.

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UNOBSTRUCTED HORIZONS: Open House

Summer exhibition at Agarita Loft “Unobstructed Horizons” features artwork by Charlie Kitchen, Hailey Marmolejo, and Dani Becknell and explores contemporary themes of the desert, curated by Katy Silva León.

Note: the Loft is on the 2nd floor and only accessible by stairs. Capacity is limited in this 1300 sq ft space.

A string quartet recital inspired by the current exhibition in the Gallery, Unobstructed Horizons. Featuring works by Philip Glass, Antonín Dvorák, and George Gershwin's Summertime. 

Featuring Luis Cuevas and Rainel Joubert, violins, Marisa Bushman, viola, and Ignacio Gallego, cello

Friday, July 12th, 6-7pm

Tickets available 1 week prior HERE.

Summer exhibition at Agarita Loft “Unobstructed Horizons” features artwork by Charlie Kitchen, Hailey Marmolejo, and Dani Becknell and explores contemporary themes of the desert featuring sun-soaked, big sky, desert landscapes through painting, photography, and sculpture. Curated by Katy Silva León.

Private appointments upon request. Please call or text the curator, Katy Silva León at 909-518-2245.

Note: the Loft is on the 2nd floor and only accessible by stairs. Capacity is limited in this 1300 sq ft space.

FREE parking (less than 1 block away!) for this event has been generously donated by United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County. Please access the northern United Way lot off S. Alamo Street through the entrance on Refugio Street.

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Join us for the closing reception of Agarita’s inaugural art exhibition “Converging Realms of Nature” curated by artist Katy Silva León. This exhibit celebrates local and national artistic voices and will include a mix of works on paper, painting, and sculpture. The dynamic dialogue between Chadbourne, Bushman, and Guttman is a thematic exploration of the natural world and emphasizes the interconnectedness of San Antonio within the broader artistic landscape.

Step into a space where visual and performing arts converge, inviting all to explore the confluence of perspectives in this vibrant cultural hub, and reflect Agarita’s mission to reinvent the concert experience and engage the community through accessible, adventurous programming.

Private appointments upon request. Please call or text the curator, Katy Silva León at 909-518-2245.

Note: the Loft is on the 2nd floor and only accessible by stairs. Capacity is limited in this 1300 sq ft space.

FREE parking (less than 1 block away!) for this event has been generously donated by United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County. Please access the northern United Way lot off S. Alamo Street through the entrance on Refugio Street.

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Chicago-based soprano Kristina Bachrach joins Daniel for an evening of transportive art songs by Duparc and Robert Schumann, plus irresistible musical theatre tunes by George Gershwin, Cole Porter and more. This dynamic duo has a decade-long collaboration— enjoy their unique chemistry!

FREE reserved tickets available 1 week prior to the show HERE.

The Agarita Loft, 724 S. Alamo Street #2, 78205

Note: the Loft is on the 2nd floor and only accessible by stairs. Capacity is limited in this 1300 sq ft space.

FREE parking (less than 1 block away!) for this event has been generously donated by United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County. Please access the northern United Way lot off S. Alamo Street through the entrance on Refugio Street.

Google Maps Parking Pin: CLICK HERE

View Agarita’s inaugural art exhibition in their new space in Southtown, Agarita Loft, curated by artist Katy Silva León. “Converging Realms of Nature” celebrates local and national artistic voices and will include a mix of works on paper, painting, and sculpture. The dynamic dialogue between Chadbourne, Bushman, and Guttman is a thematic exploration of the natural world and emphasizes the interconnectedness of San Antonio within the broader artistic landscape.

Step into a space where visual and performing arts converge, inviting all to explore the confluence of perspectives in this vibrant cultural hub, and reflect Agarita’s mission to reinvent the concert experience and engage the community through accessible, adventurous programming.

Private appointments upon request. Please call or text the curator, Katy Silva León at 909-518-2245.

Note: the Loft is on the 2nd floor and only accessible by stairs. Capacity is limited in this 1300 sq ft space.

FREE parking (less than 1 block away!) for this event has been generously donated by United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County. Please access the northern United Way lot off S. Alamo Street through the entrance on Refugio Street.

Google Maps Parking Pin: CLICK HERE

Sarah, Marisa, and Ignacio perform three powerful works for string trio that evoke resilience, determination, and reflection. Through this journey, listeners will find connections in unlikely places between contemporary composers Andrea Casarrubios and Missy Mazzoli, and Ludwig van Beethoven. 

FREE reserved tickets available 1 week prior to the show HERE.

The Agarita Loft, 724 S. Alamo Street #2, 78205

Note: the Loft is on the 2nd floor and only accessible by stairs. Capacity is limited in this 1300 sq ft space.

FREE parking (less than 1 block away!) for this event has been generously donated by United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County. Please access the northern United Way lot off S. Alamo Street through the entrance on Refugio Street.

Google Maps Parking Pin: CLICK HERE

In his first intimate lecture at the loft, Daniel shares his thoughts on the role of harmony in classical music, with examples of Bach, Beethoven, Brahms, Debussy, and many more. Let this demonstration deepen your listening skills and take you on an expressive journey through some of the most profound musical masterpieces.

FREE reserved tickets available HERE. Seating is limited, 2 per person.

The Agarita Loft, 724 S. Alamo Street #2, 78205

Note: the Loft is on the 2nd floor and only accessible by stairs. Capacity is limited in this 1300 sq ft space.

FREE parking (less than 1 block away!) for this event has been generously donated by United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County. Please access the northern United Way lot off S. Alamo Street through the entrance on Refugio Street.

Google Maps Parking Pin: CLICK HERE

Welcome to Agarita’s inaugural art exhibition in their new space in Southtown, Agarita Loft, curated by artist Katy Silva León. “Converging Realms of Nature” celebrates local and national artistic voices and will include a mix of works on paper, painting, and sculpture. The dynamic dialogue between Chadbourne, Bushman, and Guttman is a thematic exploration of the natural world and emphasizes the interconnectedness of San Antonio within the broader artistic landscape.

Step into a space where visual and performing arts converge, inviting all to explore the confluence of perspectives in this vibrant cultural hub, and reflect Agarita’s mission to reinvent the concert experience and engage the community through accessible, adventurous programming.

Private appointments upon request. Please call or text the curator, Katy Silva León at 909-518-2245.

Note: the Loft is on the 2nd floor and only accessible by stairs. Capacity is limited in this 1300 sq ft space.

FREE parking (less than 1 block away!) for this event has been generously donated by United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County. Please access the northern United Way lot off S. Alamo Street through the entrance on Refugio Street.

Google Maps Parking Pin: CLICK HERE

Come and check out the new Agarita Loft! Stop by from 6-8:30pm to see the new space.

Light bites and refreshments will be served as well as live music will be played every 30 minutes. Art curated by Katy Silva León by Danville Chadborne, Andrea Guttman, and Joseph Bushman will be on display.

Note: the Loft is on the 2nd floor and only accessible by stairs. Capacity is limited in this 1300 sq ft space.

FREE parking (less than 1 block away!) for this event has been generously donated by United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County. Please access the northern United Way lot off S. Alamo Street through the entrance on Refugio Street.

Google Maps Parking Pin: CLICK HERE