MACLA Presents: Diana Gameros in Concert Featuring Magik*Magik

Volver a la Luz: Diana Gameros in Concert Featuring Magik*Magik String Quartet
About this Event

Program: Friday, October 23, 2026 – Doors: 7:30 PM | Show: 8:00 PM

Run Time: 90 minutes with no intermission

What does it mean to choose joy when life breaks open? Volver a la Luz is Diana Gameros’ answer: a musical journey through memory, migration, love, longing, and the many ways we find our way back to the light. Joined by her band and Magik*Magik String Quartet, Gameros invites us into an evening of lush, moving music to celebrate the courage, connection, and joy that keep us going.

Diana Gameros guitar, voice | Patrick Wolff clarinet, saxophone | Tom Edler upright & electric bass | Camellia Boutros trumpet, electric guitar-oud | Aaron Kierbel drums, percussion | Magik*Magik string quartet (under the direction of Minna Choi)

¿Qué significa elegir la alegría en medio de la adversidad? Volver a la Luz es la respuesta de Diana Gameros: un viaje musical a través de la memoria, la migración, el amor, el anhelo y las muchas maneras en que encontramos el camino de regreso a la luz. Acompañada por su banda y el cuarteto de cuerdas Magik*Magik, Diana nos invita a una noche de lírica profunda y música conmovedora para celebrar el valor, la conexión y la alegría que nos mantienen en pie.

Diana Gameros guitarra, voz | Patrick Wolff clarinete, saxofón | Tom Edler contrabajo y bajo eléctrico | Camellia Boutros trompeta, guitarra-oud eléctrica | Aaron Kierbel batería, percusión | Magik*Magik cuarteto de cuerdas (bajo la dirección de Minna Choi)

MACLA is proud to present work by nationally acclaimed artists whose voices are shaping contemporary Latinx art. Each season, we bring notable performers and innovative productions to San José, creating a rare opportunity for our community to experience the same level of artistry seen on major national stages—right here in the heart of our neighborhood.

At MACLA, we believe everyone should have access to world-class performances, while ensuring that the artists we present are equitably paid and celebrated for their incredible work.

Without any subsidies, the true cost of a ticket is $250.

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$30 General Admission – A community rate that keeps our program accessible.
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Thank you to our supporters, including Applied Materials, Bank of America Foundation, City of San Jose Office of Economic Development and Cultural Affairs, County of Santa Clara, Hewlett Foundation, Koret Foundation, Latino Community Foundation, National Performance Network, Packard Foundation, Shortino Foundation, Silicon Valley Community Foundation, SV Creates, and Team San Jose.

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Photo Credit: Fred Aube