Music scene · Anthony

Music in Anthony fits its role as a border community. Country, Tejano, and norteño turn up at school concerts, church services, and local bars, with musicians from the El Paso and Las Cruces area occasionally driving in. The scene is local, not industrial.

Do not look for large concert halls in Anthony. The community center, local bar, and church fellowship hall handle the town's music, from school concerts to church choirs to small local acts. Most events serve residents rather than draw touring bands.

The music in Anthony is made mostly by local and regional acts, plus occasional visitors from the El Paso and Las Cruces area willing to travel for a small room.

To build a foundation, musicians in Anthony should participate in school ensembles, church music, and local jams. Connections with the El Paso and Las Cruces music community help turn local experience into paid gigs.