Apr
13
Sat
Spanish Beginning Conversation Class @ Institute of Hispanic Culture of Houston
Apr 13 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Want to learn Spanish?
Join a Spanish class at the Institute of Hispanic Culture of Houston
Our Spanish Beginning Conversation Class provides students with basic language patterns and practical vocabulary, as well as the essential conversational skills used in everyday life. Topics include family, numbers, weather, getting around, and traveling.The program highlights interesting aspects of the Spanish culture.

It is highly recommended for students without previous experience in the Spanish language. It is particularly for those who wish to acquire limited conversational skills for travel or the workplace, or who wish to start their study of Spanish.

This course is not open to students whose first language is Spanish.

Instructor: Maria M. Lopez, Professor at HCC and Rice University

A minimum of eight students is required to open a class.

WHEN: Every Saturday @9 am

FEE: for 8 classes, session 2 hours weekly $280.-

Classes begin on Saturday, April 13.

Apply now!

Jun
1
Sat
Sounds of Venezuela by Karine Gil @ Houston Piano Company
Jun 1 @ 6:30 pm

HOUSTON Reg $25 100% benefit Cuatro Por Venezuela

“Sounds of Venezuela”

A piano and strings concert featuring acclaimed classical pianist & composer, Karine Gil.  
Accompanied by Luis José Silva (cuatro & guitar.)  Traditional Venezuelan music & original  landscape-inspired compositions.  For more information about the artist, visit www.karinegil.com.
100% of concert proceeds benefit Cuatro Por Venezuela, a 501.c.3 foundation.  All donations are tax deductible.  If you cannot attend but wish to donate directly, visit www.cuatroporvenezuela.org
 
“Sonidos de Venezuela
Un concierto de piano y cuerdas por la aclamada pianista clásica y compositora, Karine Gil.  Acompañamiento de Luis José Silva (cuatro y guitarra).  Música tradicional venezolana y composiciones originales inspiradas en paisajes.  Para más información sobre la artista, visite www.karinegil.com.

100% de los recaudos benefician a Cuatro Por Venezuela, una fundación 501.c.3 sin fines de lucro.  Todas las donaciones son deducibles de los impuestos.  Si no puede asistir pero desea realizar donaciones directas, visite www.cuatroporvenezuela.org.
Jun
20
Thu
Tributo a Gardel @ Institute of Hispanic Culture in Houston
Jun 20 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Fernando Pirez Lenzuén, cantante uruguayo, acompañado al piano por Hector Bisio.
Precio: $15

Aug
17
Sat
Circulo de Lectura Activa
Aug 17 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

 

La lectura nos permite ver el mundo de una manera distinta, encontrar ese pedazo en el universo que nos hace falta. Los libros nos muestran que se puede encontrar el amor en un sonido o en una flor.
El círculo está centrado en la lectura y análisis de textos de ficción en español. El ejercicio del círculo literario pretende brindar nociones prácticas que permitan el acercamiento crítico a géneros literarios en español.
El ejercicio de leer nos pertenece a todos, hayamos o no estudiado formalmente

Leer nos construye, nos transforma.

¿A quién va dirigido?
Está especialmente pensado para personas que desean iniciarse en el mundo de los libros y charlar con la excusa de una lectura interesante.

¿Cuáles son los objetivos?
* Fomentar la lectura y el diálogo.
* Crear un punto de encuentro para personas interesadas en la lectura.
* Dar a conocer entornos sociales y culturales de los paises hispanoamericanos.
* Favorecer un acercamiento crítico a los diferentes géneros literarios.
* Resignificar el idioma Español como generador de identidades socioculturales.

El Instituto Hispánico de Cultura y Escritores Cronopios Houston agradecen su asistencia.

Dec
7
Sat
Mercury’s A Mexican Baroque Christmas @ WORTHAM CENTER IN DOWNTOWN
Dec 7 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

A spirited holiday celebration

A joyful concert experience featuring music from the cathedrals of Mexico and beyond.  Fusing Old World Baroque traditions with New World rhythms and dance, these festive works showcase the broad range of cultures and music in the 17th-century Americas. With vocals, percussion and the energy of Mercury, this will truly be a holiday celebration to remember.

This concert is made possible in part by the Houston Endowment and the City of Houston through Houston Arts Alliance.

 

If you are an IHCH member send us an email at institute@ihch.org to request a promo code for a 25% off your tickets.

If you want to become a member to enjoy this opportunity click here

Dec
20
Fri
Houston Grand Opera – El milagro del Recuerdo @ Houston Grand Opera
Dec 20 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

El Milagro del Recuerdo

A world premiere and prequel to the mariachi opera Cruzar la Cara de la LunaEl Milagro del Recuerdo/The Miracle of Remembering brings audiences back to where it all began, Michoacán, Mexico. Set during Christmas, the opera lovingly explores the themes of traditions and familial bonds while it’s characters deal with life-changing decisions and dream of something more.

By joining librettist and director Leonard Foglia, Mexican composer Javier Martínez continues the legacy of mariachi opera established by his late father, José “Pepe” Martínez.

Sung in Spanish with projected English translation.

 

If you are an IHCH member send us an email at institute@ihch.org to request a promo code for a 20% off your tickets.

If you want to become a member to enjoy this opportunity click here

Discount only available for December 20th show.

 

Jan
25
Sat
Tango Time Celebration @ University of St. Thomas (Jones Hall)
Jan 25 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Casa Argentina de Houston
in collaboration with
the Consulate General of Argentina in Houston
the Institute of Hispanic Culture of Houston

present:

“Tango Time Celebration”
Casa Argentina de Houston 50th Anniversary
Music, Dance, and Singing with René Casarsa  
 with the special participation of :
Michael Fahey & Stratford Tango Strings Orchestra
Pablo Donatti (violin), Matt Tavilson (bass) & Charles Olivier (bandoneon)
Andrea Berri & Giancarlo Piletti (vocalists)
Susana Collins & Gonzalo André (dancers)
Winners of 2019 CAH “Young Musician Scholarship” program: Rion Tojo (flute), Francisco Grimoldi Calo (viola), Andrew Askounis (violin) & Emily Gladstone (violin)
Saturday, January 25th, 2020, 7:00 pm
University of St. Thomas (Jones Hall)
Join us and enjoy the unforgettable music of Buenos Aires, from the “Guardia Vieja” to Astor Piazzolla
 General Admission: $25
CAH / IHCH members: $20
Students: $10   
Sale of appetizers and drinks
Net proceeds from the event will fund the 2020 Young Musician Scholarship Program, sponsored by Casa Argentina and organized by René Casarsa
Oct
7
Wed
Education Day @ Institute of Hispanic Culture of Houston
Oct 7 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

#Winning and Success: Beyond School and Snapchat

Education Day- Onsite program.

Applying for college is a highly competitive and complicated process, from career focus discernment to selecting the educational institution, financial concerns, standardized test readiness and developing the communication strategies to best represent yourself in writing and in person.

This one-day workshop will focus on the academic discernment process, developing a strong resume and personal statement, interview skills, and the power of social media -both negative and positive impact.

After a morning session with experts in the field of education and communication, students will have the opportunity to apply the concepts in practical exercises demonstrating the different skill sets.

We look forward to working with you to make this journey a success!

  • THIS IS A FREE PROGRAM SPONSORED BY THE INSTITUTE OF HISPANIC CULTURE OF HOUSTON.
  • BREAKFAST SNACKS AND LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED.
  • PARKING IS AVAILABLE ONSITE AND ON THE STREET.

REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS:

  1. All participants are required to bring a signed copy of the Authorization form you will receive after registration through Eventbrite. The Parental Authorization form is required for Minors under 18 years of age.
  2. Please send the link to a one-minute video of introduction by Thursday, November 5 to: president@ihch.org
  3. Please bring a tablet/smartphone for videos.

Faculty

George Santos, M.D. Program coordinator, community leader, IHCH Board Member.

Escarle Silva. Businesswoman, IHCH Board President.

Andrew Harper, M.D. Clinical Professor, A & M College of Medicine.

Rita Garza. Consultant, Communication expert.

Carmen Herrada. Consultant, Leadership Advisor, IHCH Board Member.

Mayte Weitzman. Marketing executive. IHCH Board Member.

 

*Limited seats available to comply with social distancing requirements.