Our venue is an integral part of the concert series experience for both our audiences and our artists.

These quotes from our artists emphasize the role the acoustics and the atmosphere of the church play in our presentations.
“We loved the bucolic setting, the historic church, the warm and appreciative audience. It is pleasure making music in Corrales.” – Lionheart, New York City
“I look forward so much to performing again at the San Ysidro Church. In addition to the austere beauty of the architecture and the moving historical memories of generations who have worshipped in the church, the acoustics, particularly for solo violin, are among the finest I have encountered anywhere.” – Jack Glatzer, Lisbon, Portugal
“Rarely have we been so enchanted by a performance space…in that simple adobe church, we were enveloped in an atmosphere of warmth, intimacy, and simplicity. What a beautiful setting to create music!” – Janet Chvatal & Scott Kritzer, Portland
“This setting frees people to take in the music and the surroundings. The audience receives so much from the setting and gives back to the performer.”– Susan McDonald, Houston
“There was such a need for spirituality and coming together after September 11th. The Old Church provided the atmosphere for warmth and nurturing. During my concert I felt a renewed energy and sense of healing.” – Linda Cotton, Albuquerque

Peter Cover and David Parlato Reheasal

Our venue has 175 seats and is accessible to wheelchairs. Because we have limited seating capacity, we urge all ticket holders to show up at least 10 minutes before the concert start time. While we do not overbook in advance, we will sell tickets for all available seats after 7:20 on each concert night. Thus, we cannot guarantee seating after 7:20, even if you have purchased a ticket.
Refreshments during our concert intermissions are graciously provided for sale by Corrales Bed and Breakfasts. These include Hacienda Manzanal and The Sandhill Crane. We are deeply grateful for this partnership with these local businesses. Please support them when you have out-of-town guests. Our refreshments are served outside at night, so please dress appropriately for the weather.
The Historic Old San Ysidro Church was built in 1869-70. In 1868, severe flooding of the Rio Grande destroyed the colonial chapel that had been erected sometime before 1750 near the river. The parish had already planned a move to the present location; parish members salvaged timbers and graves that were not washed away. Thus, the current nave appears to follow the dimensions of the older building. However, because of a growing community, the transept and windows were added to the design. Some salvaged pieces are now window lintels.
The Corrales parish moved again in 1961 to the larger building located on Corrales Road. The Corrales Historical Society purchased the abandoned building and grounds from the Archdiocese in 1974 and donated the property to the Village of Corrales. After considerable restoration, the society succeeded in placing the site on both the New Mexico and the National Registers of Historic Places; the Historical Society continues to manage the historic structure as a memorial to the people of Corrales.

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