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Saxophonist Roman Chip is a fellow MVJBS member and frequent performer during the society’s monthly meetings.
Source: Mesilla Valley Jazz and Blues Society
By Leah Romero
Photo: Courtesy
LAS CRUCES, NM – The Roman Chip Quintet will bring the Valentine’s Day vibes to the next Mesilla Valley Jazz and Blues Society meeting in February.
Continue your holiday celebration with the society during a special themed meeting. The quintet will even sprinkle in a few Valentine’s Day tunes to their set.
Saxophonist Roman Chip is a fellow MVJBS member and frequent performer during the society’s monthly meetings. He will be joined by four fellow musicians, including two who will make their MVJBS debut.
Quintet musicians include:
- Roman Chip, saxophone
- Miguel Torres, keyboard
- Steve Marquez, guitar
- Curt Bushaw, bass
- Ruben Galvan, drums
Audience members can join the MVJBS at 3 p.m. on Feb. 16, 2025 at Alma D’Arte Charter High School. A dessert social will kick off the festivities followed by music at 4 p.m.
Join the society a week before the meeting for the monthly Jazz Jam at Mom’s Coffee on University Avenue! All are welcome to join or even perform every second Thursday of the month.
The next Jazz Jam is at 6:30 p.m. on Feb. 13, 2025. Those interested in performing can sign up online using the Google form.
Monthly meetings are open to the public and all are welcome. Attendance is $5 for society members, $10 for non-members and $2 for students at the door. Monthly Jazz Jams are free!
Are you new to MVJBS and interested in becoming a member? Annual dues are $25 per individual, $40 per family or $5 for students. Learn more about the organization online at www.mvjazzblues.net or on social media @MVJBS.
- MVJBS February meeting
- Roman Chip Quintet
- 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025
- Alma d’Arte Charter High School, 402 W. Court Ave., Las Cruces NM 88005
Mesilla Valley Jazz and Blues Society is a nonprofit organization in Las Cruces founded in 2006. The organization is devoted to promoting the appreciation of jazz and blues art forms and creating increased opportunities for established and aspiring musicians in southern New Mexico.
