Music scene · El Cerro Mission

In El Cerro Mission, a rural-suburban community of about 4,999 people, local music means county fair talent shows, school choir concerts, and the occasional community theater productions. Bands from the Albuquerque area occasionally make the short drive for an intimate performance.

Venues in El Cerro Mission are practical: the church fellowship hall, the community center, and the high school auditorium handle local performances. Seasonal events at the county fairgrounds and park pavilion add local bands, and a nearby bar or restaurant may host an open mic.

Performances in El Cerro Mission are usually by local and regional artists, with musicians from the nearby Albuquerque area occasionally stopping in for a show.

Newcomers in El Cerro Mission should check the community center bulletin board and church newsletters for open mic nights and choir rehearsals. Joining the high school or college music program is a good first step, while driving to Albuquerque offers more regular gigs.