Included with admission, held in our gardens near the Medicine Wheel. The First Peoples Festival brings together performers, artists, speakers and other Native American community leaders. We plan to celebrate the Medicine Wheel at the Arboretum and to acknowledge the contributions to our community by all tribes, to educate non-native people about this value and […]

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Colombian Cultural Association invites you to experience the enchanting melodies that traverse the peaks and valleys of the majestic Andes! Immerse yourself in the rich rhythms of this breathtaking region as we explore the soul-stirring sounds of traditional Andean music. Experience the enchanting sound of panpipes, charangos, and […]

Gabo: A Love Letter is inspired by Gabriel García Márquez’s most famous novels, with traditional and classical music from Latin composers woven together with narrated passages from One Hundred Years of Solitude and Love in the Time of Cholera. The Cecilia Series returns to The 1900 Building for its largest project yet, Gabo: A Love […]

PorchFestKC returns for another year of fabulous music -- presented from the front porches of some of Midtown Kansas City's most beautiful neighborhoods. Bands and performers from all over the region will be showcasing a dozen different genres of music. Enjoy them all in a single afternoon. Bring your lawn chair (and your friends!) and […]

"Iskay” is a duo based in Kansas City that plays traditional South American music. Amado Espinoza, from Bolivia, is a unique composer/performing artist specializing in the Bolivian Charango.  He is a unique performing artist that respects his folk traditions of the Andes Mountains, while creating compositions that are sincere to his musical-wanderlust personality.  Playing over […]

Join us Thursday, Oct. 26th at Oak Street Mansion for a journey of discovery where art, culture, and connection intertwine. Behind The Curtain: An Artist Discovery Series is curated by Erin J. McGrane. This month we will feature the photography and visual art of Chris Dahlquist, and the music of Amado Espinoza. Each discovery series […]

Abrazos was formed in 2023 by Amado Espinoza and Po Sim Head (Fanny), who hail from different parts of the world. "Abrazos" means "hugs" in Spanish, reflecting the deep friendship and musical collaboration between the duo. Drawing from their diverse backgrounds - Amado's Andean roots and Fanny's classical piano training in Hong Kong - they […]

Celebrate Día de los Muertos with a traditional Aztec performance from the Calpulli Iskali Mehxica Dancers! Their breathtaking ceremony of music and dance honors ancestral traditions and culture. Come learn about Mexican heritage through this beautiful performance! November 3rd at 5:45 pm CT at our office: 601 Avenida Cesar E. Chavez KCMO 64111

In this nonstop world, taking rest is a subversive act. Take rest with us during this one hour sound meditation journey with musicians Ezgi Karakuş and Amado Espinoza as they share their newest collaboration, The Warmest Wave. Let your cares drift away for a little while in the gentle flow of traditional Peruvian and Native […]

Join us for the debut of Charlotte Street’s Freestyle performances, a low-key Second Saturday afternoon social gathering featuring intimate performances, communal zine-making, and free coffee from local pop-ups. Live music will be provided by ISKAY, music duo Amado Espinoza and Pedro Calderon who specialize in traditional South American music. Come and go as you please […]

Amado Espinoza is a prominent face in Kansas City’s music scene. He is a unique performing artist, composer and instrument maker from Cochabamba, Bolivia. He respects the folk traditions of the Andes Mountains while creating compositions that are sincere to his musical-wanderlust personality. ABOUT CITY CENTER LIVE City Center Live is a free performing arts […]

WARMEST WAVE, sound Meditation Album We wanted to create a refuge from our busy lives through the voices of our instruments. Only from within our own stillness could we explore and discover how to build these harmonies across landscapes and cultures. Ezgi Karakus, Cello Amado Espinoza, Native Flutes