TO OUR READERS

In our cover story, Assistant Arts Editor Kathaleen Roberts introduces Roberto Minczuk, the new music director of the New Mexico Philharmonic.

The Brazilian-born conductor comes to New Mexico with an impressive résumé, having led orchestras around the world, including in Canada, Brazil, Israel, London and Tokyo.

Roberts also previews two upcoming Philharmonic events, “The Music of Led Zeppelin” on Saturday at Popejoy Hall and Albuquerque pianist Joshua Rupley performing Beethoven’s “Emperor” Concerto on Nov. 19 at the National Hispanic Cultural Center.

Wesley Pulkka reviews two shows at the Mariposa Gallery: Greg Tucker’s paintings and sculpture and Jill Erickson’s drawings and collage.

Features writer Elaine D. Briseño writes about the Humans of New Mexico project. Founder Rafael Martinez chronicles the stories of ordinary New Mexicans. “I wanted to showcase or present a different side of New Mexico,” he says. The online project can be viewed on the walls of four UNM libraries through the month.

Ultralight pilot Jeff Gilkey shares his favorite views of New Mexico’s natural and archaeological treasures with Features writer Ollie Reed Jr.

David Steinberg reviews Steven F. Havill’s latest mystery, “Easy Errors.” Havill calls the new book a “preprequel” to his popular Posadas County series.

And if you’re one of the fans headed to San Diego over Thanksgiving to cheer on the Lobos in their final game of the season, Travel offers a few things to do before and after the game.

Until next week,

Editor