April’s Midday Music Series features Stanton Street Duo, a contemporary tango ensemble composed of chromatic harmonica and 7-string guitar. Since participating as finalists in the CAG Elmaleh Competition in NYC, the duo has performed throughout the USA and Mexico. Praised for their evocative performances and intense musical chemistry, the Stanton Street Duo attracts a diverse range of audiences. Their electrifying renditions of traditional and contemporary tango music make for dynamic and unique experiences that connect listeners to a reimagined setting of the style. Their pioneering approach has led to the creation of their own original works and newly commissioned pieces for this distinctive instrumental combination.
Berto and Tatiana both studied Classical Guitar Performance at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. The duo formed in 2021 alongside the birth of their daughter, the same year in which Alan discovered the chromatic harmonica.
Their debut album, Lengua al Viento: Stanton Street Duo plays Astor Piazzolla, was released in November 2025
“Midday Music” is a free, lunchtime concert series held in collaboration with the San Diego Public Library, taking place on select Fridays throughout the year in the Shiley Special Events Suite on the top floor of the Central Library @ Joan Λ Irwin Jacobs Common, where concertgoers are invited to bring their lunch and enjoy carefully curated chamber music along with gorgeous views of the city. This brand-new series and partnership is dedicated to the memory of James R. Dawe, a longtime arts advocate in San Diego and supporter of public libraries.
FREE event, no RSVP is necessary
Two (2) hours free parking validation in the library’s underground parking lot
The program is made possible with financial support from the Library Foundation SD and its donors.
Calling all Musical Artists
We welcome you to tell us about you and your music for an opportunity to present a free lunchtime concert at The San Diego Public Library for Art of Elan. Please contact info@artofelan.org with any additional questions.
Check out the performance application below for guidelines and details, including artist compensation.
All interested musical artists are encouraged to apply!