The Music Academy of the West has announced its 2024-25 Mariposa Concert Series, a collection of concerts and experiences held in Hahn Hall, on the Music Academy’s Miraflores campus.

The series opens at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5 with African Queens, celebrating the legacy of seven revered African Queens, featuring soprano Karen Slack and pianist Kevin Miller.

The Mariposa Concert Series, which debuted in 2022, showcases the artistry of world-renowned musicians, including Music Academy alums.

“The performances offer fresh context and perspective on music spanning some 700 years, from 1390 to 2025,” the Music Academy said.

Each concert will include a pre-concert wine reception at 6:30 pm. For more, visit musicacademy.org/MARIPOSA.