March 6 update, Acoustic Americana Music Guide 2009

Weekend update, March 6, Acoustic Americana Music Guide 2009
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There are more ACOUSTIC AMERICANA / ACOUSTIC RENAISSANCE music performances EVERY week in the Los Angeles area than the COMBINED TOTAL of ALL OTHER KINDS OF MUSIC!
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“Tied to the Tracks”
ACOUSTIC AMERICANA
MUSIC GUIDE
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MARCH 6 through MARCH 15, 2009 events
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Updated March 6, 2009; recurring events included through Sunday, March 15.
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WELCOME! And after reading this little section of relevant stray facts, if you feel lost or mystified about any of this, write to us at tiedtothetracks@hotmail.com
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THIS is the place for acoustic music that’s REAL MUSIC, from blues-to-bluegrass-to-borderlands, Cajun-to-cowboy-to-Celtic-to-Cape-Breton-to-Quebecois, new-old-trad-alt-post folk, and the exciting artists of today’s acoustic renaissance! People who love real music tend to love all real music. So, yes, we do include listings for many classical music performances. (When is a fiddle a violin? We’ll leave that to you.)
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We are, of course, true to the nature of live acoustic music, “keeping it real.” So, if you’re looking for that Britney Lohan sh-thump-thud, revolving-door-rehab, pop-tart-du-jour junk that infests the radio and is recorded one note at a time, you’ll need to look elsewhere.
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Here you will find news of live performances of acoustic music and musicians, events that we know you’ll enjoy attending. We include festivals everywhere, and provide a comprehensive guide to concerts, club gigs, coffeehouse performances, and more in the Los Angeles region, from Santa Barbara to Orange County. The Guide includes musicians’ workshops, music conferences, seminars, panel discussions, and more.
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This is the “big half” of what we publish. The ACOUSTIC AMERICANA MUSIC GUIDE and the ACOUSTIC AMERICANA MUSIC NEWS post separately.
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You will need to use the tabs (at left) for 2008, and specific months, to find anything posted before January 1, 2009.
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IF YOU USED A SPECIFIC URL to reach this edition of the Guide, and more than a few days have passed since the date it posted, THERE MAY BE A NEWER EDITION. See next line.
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THE MOST RECENT GUIDE, with its detailed calendar of events, is identifiable by the date it was posted. Use the basic url - http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com - and check the side bar on the left to look for the latest updated editions.
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FUTURE MONTHS are published separate from the current month. If you’re looking for “long looks ahead,” remember they may get buried under updates to the current month; use the list and tabs to the left for guidance. And we occasionally post a Guide / calendar of “Best-Out-of-Town (Beyond L.A.)” events, for those great festivals and special happenings in other parts of the country, and to help everyone include music with travel plans.
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THE MOST RECENT NEWS FEATURES, as well as other recent news posts that are often still relevant, are always available at http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com
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WHAT’S IN THE NEWS THAT WE COVER? Our latest news features always include things of interest to acoustic music fans AND artists (musicians and songwriters). Topics include trends in the industry, radio, internet radio, music conferences, artists who have recently won awards and recognitions, charity benefits, festival lineups and booking information, our picks for on-line music videos, music-related books, things that are fun to know, and more – but NEVER any “who’s-sleeping-with-who” gossip crap. (That’s YOUR business, and it’s not the public’s business just because you work in show biz.) Current and recent news editions are found at http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com. Old archived editions are on the myspace page (www.myspace.com/laacoustic), accessible by using the “View All” and the “older entries” button and scrolling all the way back to when acoustic music happened because dinosaurs got rambunctious.
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UPDATES TO THE CURRENT MONTH’S GUIDE / CALENDAR are made at least weekly, because MORE acoustic and folk-Americana music events get booked into a vast number of venues, with more added all the time. And, we include events as we learn of them from artists, presenters, venues, festivals, workshop presenters, etc.
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FUTURE EVENTS are currently posted past mid-2009, and will soon go farther than that.
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RECURRING EVENTS include residencies, series, showcases, and open mics, and all these are numerous in the Southern California acoustic music universe. We generally add them to the Guide’s calendar one week at a time, as dates approach, because there are so many of them, AND because it gives us a chance to learn who is playing.
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GETTING YOUR GIG LISTED: We welcome your feedback, and news of your acoustic Americana music shows (send us gig notices in our format, please; see any listed show for an example) please DON’T expect us to re-type info that you have locked into a jpg – send us plain text, so we can work with it! Send to us at tiedtothetracks@hotmail.com.
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WE’RE ON BLOGSPOT.COM after a long presence on MySpace, because that site now accepts only short posts. The Guide is waaaay too comprehensive to fit anywhere that imposes limitations. We began posting to Blogspot in early 2008.
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Our MYSPACE PAGE (www.myspace.com/laacoustic) has current news of the syndicated “Tied to the Tracks” radio show, and what’s happening with its TV counterpart. And it’s where you can find archived Acoustic Americana Music News editions published prior to Spring, 2008.
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PLEASE DO COMMUNICATE WITH US about anything related to the Acoustic Americana Music Guide and / or the Acoustic Americana Music News, at tiedtothetracks@hotmail.com.
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PLEASE DON’T send us anything through myspace email. It’s esoteric, it cannot be auto-forwarded into a “real” email account, and we just can’t keep up with it. (Myspace “friends” are great, and we DO welcome you there!) But, communicate through email only at the above address. And, yes, we get HUNDREDS of emails every week, so please give us as much advance notice as possible for your event!
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Entire contents copyright (c) © 2009, Larry Wines. All rights reserved.
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MARCH 6-MARCH 15, 2009 EVENTS UPDATES
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Includes the Weekend Update for March 6-8 weekend, and additional updates …
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DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME RETURNS the night of Saturday, MARCH 7! Spring & summer are comin’, folks! So, “spring forward” one hour (you get an hour’s less sleep tonight, but longer afternoon/evening sunlight until November!)
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March was the opening month of the Roman calendar, and it was named for Mars - not the planet, but the Roman god of war. Appropriate, really, given the Romans penchant for warfare. March remained the first month of the year until the Julian calendar was adopted in 46 BCE. Uhh, that is except in England and her possessions, where the practice of using March as the opening month of the year lasted until the mid-eighteenth century.
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POEM OF THE MONTH FOR MARCH
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Updated March 6, 2009; recurring events included through Sun, March 15.
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FRIDAY, MARCH 6
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Fri, every week, on web radio:
5 pm (Pacific) “RALPH’S BACK PORCH” broadcast from Texas, usually has live in-studio western music guests; call-in number to chat with Ralph and guests, 347 215 8849; catch the show at www.blogtalkradio.com/ralphsbackporch.
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Fri, every week:
5:30-10 pm “MONROVIA FAMILY FESTIVAL” along Myrtle Av, in old downtown Monrovia. It’s year-round and weekly, a street festival and farmers market, that’s been running 17 years. KATTYWOMPUS STRING BAND plays at 412 S Myrtle Av; contact Jennifer Ranger, 877-365-5744. RON ELY does authentic and original maritime songs most weeks, usually at Myrtle Av & Colorado or Myrtle Av and Lemon Av, on the North end of the festival. Artist’s info, www.myrecordlabel.net/ronely. There’s lots of other music throughout old town Monrovia, several acoustic performers each week – singer-songwriters, duos or bands – plus specialty vendors, lots of food, and local merchants. Event is large during the summer when it includes a carnival (rock climbing wall, balloon man, bubble man, petting zoo, pony rides, etc.) It scales-down from 4 blocks to 2 blocks during winter months, following the Christmas holidays. Myrtle Av exit, N of 210 Fwy, free parking, free event.
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Fri, every week:
6-9 pm DAVE OSTI and DEANNA COGAN jam-out on acoustic classic rock tunes every Friday at the Mayan Bar, 311 W Foothill Bl, Monrovia.
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Fri, every week:
6-8 pm OPEN MIC at Fendi's Café, 539 East Bixby Rd (near Atlantic), Long Beach; 562-424-4774.
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Fri, first Fri, every month:
6:30-10 pm “JAVA WITH JAVELYN INDIE MUSIC NITES” is a featured act / OPEN MIC monthly event at the The Talking Stick, (new location), 1411 Lincoln Bl, Venice 92091; www.thetalkingstick.net. Includes music and raffles of merchandise from indie artists and sponsors, including massage, life coaching, and acting coaches. Venue has coffeehouse fare and good sandwiches. Javelyn holds a companion event every 3rd Sat at another venue, at 8 pm; see that calendar listing. Info, www.javawithjavelyn.com. $2 cover.
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Fri, Mar 6:
7-9 pm MICHELLE SHOCKED performs for the opening gallery reception of “CLUB PILLOWS II,” new works by DAVID WILLARDSON and collaborative works with MARSHALL SWERMAN, including art of the Beatles, at Willardson Gallery, 105 California Av, Glendale 91203. Refreshments served. Exhibition runs Mar 6-Apr 1. Reservations required for opening; contact davidwillardson@gmail.com
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Fri, 1st & 3rd Fri, every month:
7-10 pm MARC BOSSERMAN plays piano at Vitello’s Restaurant 4349 Tujunga Ave., Studio City 91604; 818-769-0905. Marc says, “Great place for Italian grub.” He delivers fine piano (and elsewhere, vocals). Info, www.marcbosserman.com.
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Fri, every 1st & 3rd Fri; in Lancaster:
7 pm SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE CLASS in Lancaster, meets the 1st and 3rd Fridays of every month, at the Lutheran Church of the Master, 725 E Avenue J, Lancaster. Call Walter or Paula at 942-6893 for info. Organizers say, “If you can walk, you can do this social dance. It's great fun, and beginners are welcome.”
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Fri, every 1st & 3rd Fri; in San Clemente:
Blues legend BERNIE PEARL’s residency at Iva Lee's in San Clemente. Switching his four-year residency there to alternate Fridays; on second Saturdays, Bernie will continue to play electric with pianist Dwayne Smith. He was great performing live on “Tied to the Tracks” in March, ‘07. Artist info, www.berniepearl.com.
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Fri, Mar 6; in Seal Beach:
7-10 pm KELLY FITZGERALD plays solo acoustic at Finbars, 620 Pacific Coast Hwy, Seal Beach; www.finbars.com. She has won the coveted L.A. WoMen in Music (LAWIM) award as the best female singer-songwriter in L.A. Of the venue, she says, “Really cool atmosphere and great food.”
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Fri, Mar 6; in Tehachapi:
7 pm JOHN HAMMOND & FRIENDS perform for an art reception by PAT JENSEN at Mama HillyBeans Coffee & Community, 426 E Tehachapi Bl, Tehachapi; www.mamahillybeans.com; 661-822-BEAN. Venue has great ambience, and food "made from scratch and about 95% organic." Traveling acts have varying admission prices; check venue's web site.
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Fri, every Fri:
MISS MICKEY CHAMPION at the Ritz-Carlton Huntington Hotel bar, 1401 S Oak Knoll Av, Pasadena; 626-568-3900. L.A.’s legendary blueswoman plays an every-Fri & Sat residency. Artist info: www.mickeychampion.net. Start time varies; call venue.
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Fri, first Fri, every month:
7:30-10 pm “SCOTT & MELANIE BOMAR'S FIRST FRIDAY” show with different performing guests each month, at The Spot Cafe & Lounge, 4455 Overland Av, Culver City 90230; 310-559-8868. Scott & Melanie tell us, “There is no charge for the show but please support The Spot Cafe & Lounge with food and drink purchases. We like to help businesses that support independent music! Please carefully read the parking restriction signs in the neighborhood as some are hard to read and parking enforcement is aggressive in the area.” More at www.TheBomars.com and www.MelanieBomar.com and www.ScottBBomar.com. No cover.
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Fri, first Fri, every month:
7:30 pm “SONGSALIVE! FIRST FRIDAYS LOS ANGELES SHOWCASE” at Hallenbeck's & Cahuenga General Store, 5510 Cahuenga Bl, North Hollywood 91601; www.hallenbecks.net. Featuring talented songwriters from around the globe, and held around the globe, Songsalive! Showcases are a cozy, intimate and acoustic environment where media and music industry representatives often drop-by to check-out the latest talent. Venue has coffeehouse fare, good sandwiches & salads. Info on sponsoring organization at www.songsalive.org/losangeles. $8 cover at the door.
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Fri, Mar 6:
8 pm guitar wizard ROBBY LONGLEY at the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue - The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; info www.coffeegallery.com; reserv 626-398-7917. Venue impresario Bob Stane says, “His fusion flamenco will have you awe struck. Many times headlining at The Coffee Gallery Backstage.” Bob quotes one review that reads, Robby “is an amazingly talented and personable musician. The title of this review should really be ‘Hands of Glory’ because that is exactly what Robby Longley has. Robby’s neo-classical/flamenco guitar filled the Center and each of us lucky enough to be at tonight’s concert with sheer wonder. Robby didn’t play music, he channeled music. The music came from his very essence and filled the space and each listener with awe as his fingers blurred across the guitar. ‘Evangeline,’ named for the Longfellow poem, was a musical tour de force. Robby swept us up into the music and we were still in another world when the final note died away. ‘Bourbon St. Burlesque’ had us believing we were in New Orleans with a bass rhythm that was finger-snapping.” Your editor says, see him now in an intimate room where you can watch his hands, or wait, pay a lot more, and see him in a big concert hall. Priced at $15, Bob Stane calls the price, “A gift.”
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Fri, Mar 6:
8-10:30 pm “ONE VISION: CREATIVITY and GRASSROOTS COMMUNITY” is an event sponsored by “Artists Helping Artists” (AHA!) at a private residence in Pasadena; info, www.artistshelpingartists.org. They beckon, “Come ye cultural creatives, visionaries and artists! Partake in some extraordinary muse and delight.” It’s billed as a “special celebration OPEN TO ALL - cultural creatives, arts and music lovers, educators, artists and environmentalists.” Proceeds go to help forward Aha! community gatherings and visionary salons throughout the state. This is not a potluck so eat before you come. BUT, if you would like to bring some snacks or drinks for all to share, please feel free to do that ! Reservation gets location, at TheArtistsLine@cs.com (Glen) or HeleneBphoto@aol.com (Helene). A post-event drum circle is planned for 10:30-11 pm; bring percussion instruments. The event is $10 donation.
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Fri, Mar 6:
8 pm KATH BLOOM plus LITTLE WINGS and MIA DOI TODD & LEE BAGGETT
presented by McCabe's, Folkyeah!, and Dublab, at McCabe's, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica; 310-828-4497; ww.mccabes.com. More at artists’ sites -
www.myspace.com/kathbloomchapter; www.myspace.com/littlewings2; www.miadoitodd.com.
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Fri, every week:
8-10:30 pm THE PLOUGHBOYS play an every-Friday residency at the Tam O'Shanter, 2980 Los Feliz Bl, Los Feliz 90039; www.lawrysonline.com/tamoshanter_gen_info.asp; 323-664-0228. Venue serves ale & sandwiches. Band member Mark Romano says, “Great food, drinks, dancing, and of course, music!” More at www.theploughboys.com. All ages, no cover.
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Fri, first Fri, every month:
8-10 pm monthly “FIRST FRIDAY” show, this month with JOE RATHBURN, a powerful and entertaining singer-songwriter from San Diego; hosted by SEVERIN BROWNE at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; live simulcast at www.kulakswoodshed.com - named for “Best Web Simulcast” in “The Best of 2008 / Top Ten” in FolkWorks, at www.folkworks.org/content/view/35788/166. The series features performing guests (one or more recording artists) and the “First Friday Band,” with SEVERIN BROWNE, MIKE BISCH, DAVID STONE, JEFF KOSSACK, AARON WOLFSON, ALEX DEL ZOPPO and GARY POPENOE. All artists donate their performances; venue is supported by donations, and asks $10 per attendee in lieu of a cover charge.
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Fri, Mar 6; in Ventura:
8 pm ROBIN WILEY, nationally acclaimed singer-songwriter and performing guest (multiple times) on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” plays acoustic with all-star accompaniment at Zoey’s, 451 E Main St #8, Ventura 93001; reservations 805-889-8715 or www.zoeys.com. Robin is joined tonight by two-time Grammy-nominated producer-singer-songwriter FRANKIE FUCHS (who performed with her on “TttT”), and singer-songwriter-guitarist ED BERGHOFF whose hit songs have been recorded by Garth Brooks, Doug Stone, Billy Ray Cyrus, Wynonna Judd, Trisha Yearwood, and others. Venue serves dinner and drinks; call for cover. Reservations strongly recommended.
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Fri, every week:
9 pm LIVE MUSIC (artists tba) at the Cowboy Palace Saloon, 21635 Devonshire St (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. Live music 7 nights a week, sometimes acoustic, sometimes electric. Preceded by free line dance lessons with Marie, 7-9 pm. No cover.
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Sat & Sun, Mar 7 & 8:
All day “LOS ANGELES COUNTY IRISH FAIR AND MUSIC FESTIVAL” with nine stages, at the Pomona Fairplex Fairgrounds; www.la-irishfair.com. Features GAELIC STORM, SKELPIN', THE MULLIGANS, KEN O'MALLEY AND THE TWILIGHT LORDS, DIANE THE BARD, BANSHEE IN THE KITCHEN, and many others. The Banshees perform 3 sets each day, and they tell us, “We'll be on the Rebel Stage, near the food court, as we hear. Sounds like one could grab some fine Irish cuisine and sit and listen for a while, eh?”
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Celebrating its 7th year, The Irish Fair & Music Festival has become the largest festival of its kind in Southern California. Returning are the CRIPPLE CREEK CLOGGERS and the McCARTAN SCHOOL OF DANCE, and there are Sheepherding Demonstrations, an Irish Dog Show, “the largest Irish Import Street in the West,” Leprechaun Village, Pipers, and the Celtic Arts Center with fine Irish dining.
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Advance tix on the web link (link above). Tix purchased at gate are cash only. $16 general admission; $14 srs age 55 & over; $14 students, with valid student ID; $26 for a 2-day pass; children age 11 and under are free.
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Sat & Sun, Mar 7 & 8:
11 am-10 pm Annual POW WOW at Cal State Univ Long Beach, 1250 Bellflower Bl, Long Beach 90840; campus map at www.csulb.edu/maps; event info, www.csulb.edu/divisions/students/sld/american_indian_services/pow_wow ; or info by phone, 562-985-8528 or 562-985-4963. Lots of Native American arts and crafts, traditional dancing competitions in full regalia, traditional tribal drumming, great fry bread, Navajo Tacos and Indian Burgers. Sat, 11 am-10 pm; Sun, 11 am-7 pm. Admission and parking FREE.
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Sat, Mar 7; in Washington State:
“WORLD FESTIVAL OF SACRED MUSIC: ARTBEAT OF THE SPIRIT” in Olympia, WA, is a program of Interfaith Works, and was inspired by other interfaith music festivals including those in Fez, Morocco, and Vancouver, Canada. These and other sacred music and arts festivals were inspired by a call by the Dalai Lama for such events as the world approached the new millennium: "Among the many forms in which the human spirit has tried to express its innermost yearnings and perceptions, music is perhaps the most universal. There is something in music that transcends and unites. This is evident in the sacred music of every community... music that expresses the universal yearning that is shared by people all over the globe." The WSMF is a volunteer-run festival with state and federal nonprofit status as a program of Interfaith Works. The festival is a showcase for musicians, dancers, and artists from the Pacific Northwest and beyond, all part of our world's rich spiritual tapestry. “This all-day, family-friendly global celebration is a rare opportunity to hear the music of different sacred traditions in one location. The festival has expanded beyond music to include dance, interactive workshops, and visual arts that represent different spiritual paths. The festival is able to offer such a rich array of performances and displays through the support of festival sponsors, and the generosity of the musicians and artists, most of whom donate their performances, helping the festival to stretch its small budget and present the widest possible array of diversity each year.”
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Sat, Mar 7; in Texas:
“BUDWEISER SPRINGFEST MUSIC CONFERENCE” in Lufkin, Texas, is host to over 1,500 attendees, a diverse lineup of participants including national multi-platinum producers; A&R; local and national artists; DJs; program directors; songwriters; entertainment lawyers and record label executives. This conference is “designed to educate and will provide a strategic platform for the discussion and development of music industry issues and is set to give independent artists an opportunity to expand their networking to not only the public but also top names in the industry.”
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Sat; recurring:
8-10:30 am FREE ACOUSTIC CONCERT at Strings Music Store, 146 N Glendora Av, Ste 101, Glendora 91741; 626-914 4100. Sometimes featuring VIN FIZ FLYER. Another in a series of MORNING concerts. Free entertainment, tips only, in a great place, with nice people and good music. Vin Fiz Flyer tells us, “Old town Glendora is a kinda sleepy small Midwest town plopped into Southern California. These early morning concerts sound like a wacky idea, but they’re well-attended by musicians as well as music lovers! A car club meets at the Cafe next door every Saturday for breakfast, and they park their assorted ‘babies’ out front for you to peruse too. Come on by and start your weekend out right.” Check with venue to see if there is a concert scheduled for today.
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Sat, repeats every week:
11 am-12:30 pm “PACIFIC SONGWRITERS WORKSHOP” with G. F. MLELY, at Theater & Cabaret, 1535 Termino Av, Long Beach 90804. Info, Billie Kalua, songwriters@jazcraft.net or 562-494-9627. Ongoing, began Mar 31, 2007. $15 per workshop, minimum 4 workshops payable in advance; pre-registration required.
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Saturdays, on web radio:
Noon-1 pm “UNSIGNED MUSIC SHOW” on WPMD with TEE-M and MIKE STARK is “a genre-busting show, where the UNsigned Revolution is on.” On the web at http://wpmd.org. Mike and TEE-M spin CDs 11 am-noon “from cutting-edge indie artists and bands,” (acoustic and electric) then welcome guests at noon, usually for all-acoustic live performances. The show rebroadcasts through the week; check site for details.
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1-3 pm “CONTINENTAL DRIFT” Celtic and British Isle folk show, on KUSP in Santa Cruz, includes live performance-interviews with host CINDY ODOM on her long-running show. From the highlands of Scotland to the midlands of England and beyond, it’s traditional and contemporary music from Ireland and the other British Isles, with Celtic lore and Celtic-influenced folk and ethnic music from Europe and North America. Info, playlists, and web simulcast at www.kusp.org.
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Sat, Mar 7:
1:30-4 pm New “ACOUSTIC JAM” promises “lots of great acoustic music by a variety of awesome musicians,” hosted by TOM FAIR, with special guest BOOMER, founder of Artists Helping Artists, at the Oh Happy Days Natural Food Store, 2283 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; 626-797-0383; www.geocities.com/ohdonline. Venue has good vegetarian soups and tasty meals on real plates, as well as organic shelf goods. Your editor recommends the food here. There’s no charge for the music, but the artists will pass the hat.
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Sat, Mar 7:
2-4 pm T-LOU AND HIS SUPER HOT ZYDECO BAND play the Griffith Park Adult Community Center, Friendship Auditorium, 3201 Riverside Dr, L.A. Driving directions: from I-5, exit Los Feliz Bl West; first street is Riverside Dr. Go S on Riverside, then one long block to the 2nd entrance to the parking lot. There will be a sign for this event. Event is directly across from the fountain. Note from the Community Center: “We hope people will be spending money on books, raffle tickets, etc. However, we are going to put up a donation bowl at the entrance.” Otherwise, it’s free.
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Saturdays, alternate Saturdays, on web radio:
2 pm (Pacific) “ACOUSTIC HARMONY,” hosted by Mark Michaelis, from WGDR at 91.1 FM in the Green Mountains of Vermont, simulcast at www.wgdr.org. Mark sometimes hosts folk and acoustic renaissance artists in-studio for all-acoustic performance-interviews. He says, “The focus is on contemporary and traditional folk, singer-songwriters and local artists, but a little of anything and everything might creep-in. Whether it's Celtic, bluegrass, world music or even rock or blues, as long as it's got beautiful harmonies and melodies you might here it here on a Saturday afternoon.” More info, playlists, and archived performance-interviews at www.acoustic-harmony.com.
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Sat, Mar 7; Saturdays in March:
3-5 pm “SATURDAY DANCE WORKSHOPS” at the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166.
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Schedule:
> Mar 7: CANCELLED - Waltz: Level 2; with dance instructor Fred
> Mar 14: “Two Step” with Dance Instructor Ed, 3-4:30 pm plus Waltz 4:30-6 pm.
> Mar 21: Two-Step “Tune-Up;” with dance instructor Fred
> Mar 28: “He Can’t Lead, She Can’t Follow Men!” with dance instructor Fred
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The Mar 28 workshop addresses the parallel needs, (1) “Are you having trouble trying to lead the ladies through patterns? Are they not going where you want them to go? And, (2) “Ladies! Are you having a hard time figuring-out what the guys are trying to lead? Are the men always leading you on the wrong foot for the turns? We’ll teach you to lead and follow correctly.”
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At Mar 7, 21, & 28 workshops, singles are welcome at no extra charge; each workshop is $10 per person. Early sign-ups requested. Each lasts a minimum of 2 hrs. Info & reservations, contact Fred Gruchalla, 818-366-5560 or cwdifred@uno.com. At Mar 14 workshops, couples price is $15 per class, singles $10 per class; class size limited to 20 couples. Info & reservations, contact Ed, 805-391-0548 or Countryevent@earthlink.net
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Saturdays, on web radio:
3-5 pm (Pacific) “A PRAIRIE HOME COMPANION” always features live performances and skits and stories with host GARRISON KEILLOR, a regular cast of recording artists, and guests, whether broadcasting from various live venues across America, or from its home base in Minnesota. This initial “live” broadcast tiume each weekend is standard everywhere, though repeat times vary by station. In L.A., the show is broadcast on KPCC 89.3 FM, and repeats Saturday night, 6-8 pm and Sunday Noon-2 pm. But if you’re in L.A., it’s much better to find a web simulcast from somewhere; that’s because KPCC has no other music shows and they do not know how to control the levels for music performances, causing frequent peaking and signal cut-out.
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Sat, first Sat every month:
4 pm “CHARITY AUCTION” at Amoeba Music, 6400 Sunset Bl, Hollywood; 323-245-6400. Host Brently Heilbron presides over the event, bringing a good time and money for a variety of charitable causes.
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Sat, recurring:
4-6 pm SHAPE NOTE / SACRED HARP, “The Learners Group” in Santa Monica. Call Laura for location: 310-450-3516.
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Sat, first Sat every month:
6-10:30 pm monthly “PICKIN’ NIGHT” at the Blue Ridge Pickin' Parlor, 17828 Chatsworth St, Granada Hills; www.pickinparlor.com; 818-282-9001. Beginner’s Jam 6-7:30 pm (main store); Intermediate Jam 6-7:30 pm in their additional space at 17824 Chatsworth St, 2 doors E of the main store; Open Jam 7:30-10:30 pm in main store.
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Sat, Mar 7:
6-7 pm SENARA with DIANE GRADY & SANDI HUCKABY on hammered dulcimers and CAROL POTTER on Celtic harp, at The Pasadena Town Club. Info at http://us.mc510.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=huckaby49@yahoo.com or huckaby49@yahoo.com
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Sat, 1st Sat, every month; in the OC:
6 pm-midnight SONGMAKERS “ORANGE COUNTY HOOT” in Mission Viejo; for location, contact David Borger & Ann Carroll, OrangeCountyHoot@songmakers.org; www.songmakers.org.
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Sat; 1st Sat every month; in Oak Glen:
6 pm monthly “HOMETOWN JAMBOREE” show & jam at Riley’s at Los Rios Rancho, in the beautiful hills of Oak Glen above Yucaipa and Beaumont; info & tix, 909-797-1005 or www.losriosrancho.com. They tell us, “Folks can tuck into a tasty meal and enjoy a hand-clappin', knee-slappin', toe-tappin' good time as RILEY'S MOUNTAINEERS and special guest performers pick, fiddle and sing their favorite old-time bluegrass, western, and gospel tunes, as well as a few surprises along the way. Guest musicians are always welcome to tote along an instrument or two and join in the free-wheeling jam after the show. You never know who'll turn up, or what you'll hear next!” No shows in Dec and July. Jamborees start at 6 pm. Upcoming: Nov 1, 2008; 2009: Jan 3, Feb 7, Mar 7, Apr 4, May 2, Jun 6, Aug 1, Sep 5, Oct 3, Nov 7. Advance tix $15 adults, $10 kids age 12 & under.
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Sat, every week:
6:30-10:30 pm Weekly BLUEGRASS CONCERT at Me n’ Ed’s Pizza Parlor, 4115 Paramount Bl (at Carson), Lakewood; 562-421-8908.
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Sat, Mar 7:
SOLD OUT - 7 pm THE LATE BLOOMERS at the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue - The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; info www.coffeegallery.com; reservations 626-398-7917. Dan Ames, Gayle Bluemel, Ross (Debe) Johnsen, and Scott Shepherd are The Late Bloomers, an acoustic folk-rock band with some intriguing originals in its repertoire. Now two married couples, they cut their teeth on the music of Dylan and Neil Young while still in high school in the sixties, and have since found their own sound by putting their individual stamp on favorites from that era. All four are accomplished vocalists and pleasing harmonies dominate the sets. Dan is a singer-songwriter, with a gentle guitar style that he has carried over to the dobro and pedal steel, and Gayle, his wife, plays the keyboard for the group. Debe, the other passionate singer- songwriter, plays guitar and bass and Scott rounds out the instrumentals with his mandolin and driving blues harmonica. They have individually been part of the Pasadena and L.A. music scene for many years and have played with other bands, including Smokewood. $18.
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Sat; first Sat every month:
CANCELLED - VENUE HAS CLOSED: 7-10 pm KELLY’S LOT plays their monthly residency with special guests at Santa Monica Bar and Grill, 3321 Pico Santa Monica 91405. Runs Feb 7, Mar 7, Apr 4, May 2, and on into the summer. Kelly's Lot has fine originals, and favorite covers; venue has dancing, food, & drinks. No cover.
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Sat, recurring; in the OC:
7-9 pm JUST PLAIN FOLKS ORANGE COUNTY Group Singing; for info & loc, go to www.JPFolks.org.
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Sat, Mar 7; in Tehachapi:
7 pm STEPHANIE BETTMAN & LUKE HALPIN at Mama HillyBeans Coffee & Community, 426 E Tehachapi Bl, Tehachapi; www.mamahillybeans.com; 661-822-BEAN. Stephanie writes, “Yours truly was chosen in the Top Ten of Folkworks 2008 ‘Best L.A. Female Singer-Songwriters’ - AND a dj down in New Zealand made my album ‘Album of the Week.’” Here is his quote: "How can such a classy performer go wrong with quality moments channelling Emmylou? My album of the week ... without question." - Eddie O’Strange, Town & Country, Lower Hutt, New Zealand
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Stephanie adds, “As if that weren't enough, news has it that my album, ‘Get Close To Me,’ has charted at #8 on the Folk DJ chart, and my track, ‘Evening Prayer Blues,’ came in at number #6 - I BEAT ROBERT PLANT AND ALISON KRAUSS! Now, I suppose, I can die.” Yikes, Stephanie, don’t say THAT. She does say, about the venue, “Tehachapi - my new favorite home away from home - at the friendly and wonderful Mama Hillybeans Coffee and Community. And they mean it. COFFEE and COMMUNITY. Plus they have a really yummy frittata.”
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Sat, Mar 7:
7:30 pm “POETRY AND BLUES EXTRAVAGANZA” with Bluesman BERNIE PEARL, his poet brother SHERMAN PEARL, poetess IMANI TOLLIVER, and bassist MIKE BARRY supporting the readers and playing a short set with Bernie, at Beyond Baroque, 681 Venice Bl, L.A.; 310-822-3006, www.beyondbaroque.org . Bernie tells us, “Both highly regarded poets are published and will be offering their books for sale. Last August's poetry and blues drew an overflow house at the Santa Monica Public Library.” $7 gen’l, $5 srs & students.
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Sat, Mar 7:
7:30 pm PETER HIMMELMAN at The Getty Center, Harold M. Williams Auditorium, 1200 Getty Center Dr, L.A.; 310-440-7300; www.getty.edu.
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Sat, Mar 7:
7:30 pm “SING-ALONG / HOOT / JAM” sponsored by the Santa Monica Folk Music Club, at Sha'Arei Am, Santa Monica Synagogue, 1448 18th St, Santa Monica; 310-453-4276 http://www.shaareiam.org. More at www.santamonicafolkmusicclub.org
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Sat, first Sat every month:
7:30-11 pm “FIRST SATURDAY CONTRA DANCE” with THE SCREAMING EARWIGS the merry acoustic band of TOM SAUBER, PATRICK SAUBER, STEVE LEWIS, & MIKE SAUBER, playing the 1st-Sat-of-every-month contra dance at the Brentwood Youth House, 731 S Bundy Dr (just S of San Vincente). Instruction at 7:30, dance from 8-11 pm.
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Sat, every week:
7:30-10:30 pm GRATEFUL DUDES weekly bluegrass concert at Vincenzo’s Pizza, 24500 Lyons Ave, Newhall; 661-259-6733. (Lyons exit, just off I-5.) This a long-running series, often, with very impressive performing guests.
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Sat; every Sat:
7:30 pm “RANCH PARTY” evening of country & Americana roots music performances, on the West Patio Stage, Original Farmers Market, 3rd & Fairfax, L.A. Presented by EB’s Beer & Wine Bar. New in April, 2008. Performers have included DAVID SERBY, GRANT LANGSTON, 29 MULES, BOB WOODRUFF, OLD BULL, PSYCHEDELIC COWBOYS, PAUL CHESNE, NICOLE GORDON, and BUCKSWORTH. Parking: 2 hours free with validation from EB’s Beer & Wine Bar. $3 for the third hour; $1 for each additional 20 minutes; $15 max. Addt’l parking at The Grove, next door. Get validation for their structure from Grove merchants. No cover.
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Sat, first Sat every month:
7:30-11:30 pm “SANTA MONICA TRADITIONAL FOLK MUSIC CLUB” at Santa Monica Synagogue, 1448 18th St (corner of 18th & Broadway), Santa Monica. Info, coordinator April Halprin Wayland, 310-376-8760, Aprilstory@aol.com; www.santamonicafolkmusicclub.org.
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Sat, Mar 7; in Encinitas (San Diego County):
7:30 pm ALASDAIR FRASER & NATALIE HAAS play a “San Diego Folk Heritage” series concert at San Dieguito United Methodist Church, 170 Calle Magdalena, Encinitas; 858-566-4040; www.sdfolkheritage.org. All ages, kids age 12 and under are free; gen’l adm $22, SDFH mbrs $18.
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"Alasdair Fraser is recognized throughout the world as one of the finest fiddle players Scotland has ever produced. [His] name is synonymous with the vibrant cultural renaissance which is transforming the Scottish musical scene." - SCOTS Magazine. Scottish fiddle Alasdair Fraser appears in his favored current pairing with the young American cellist extraordinaire Natalie Haas, continuing to pursue their resurrection and reinvention of the classic musical marriage between big and small fiddles, a familiar feature of Scottish music in the 18th century. The duo’s near-telepathic interplay is dazzling both for its breathtaking technical prowess and its boundless dynamism, be it in tunes from that same golden era, the age of Burns and Gow, or Fraser’s own memorable compositions. More at www.alasdairfraser.com
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This is one of only 3 shows that are remotely close, this tour; the others are:
> Mar 8 in Tehachapi, at BeeKay Theatre; 661-823-9994; info@fiddlerscrossing.com.
> Mar 9 in Bishop, at the Inyo Council for the Arts Theater, 760-873-8014.
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Sat, every Sat:
MISS MICKEY CHAMPION at the Ritz-Carlton Huntington Hotel bar, 1401 S Oak Knoll Av, Pasadena; 626-568-3900. L.A.’s legendary blueswoman plays an every-Fri & Sat residency. Artist info: www.mickeychampion.net. Start time varies; call venue.
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Sat, Mar 7:
8 pm GEOFF MULDAUR at the Grand Annex, 434 W 6th St, San Pedro 90731. Presented by Paniolo Productions. Geoff Muldaur is one of the great voices and musical forces to emerge from the folk, blues and folk-rock scenes centered in Cambridge, MA and Woodstock, NY. During the 1960s and '70s, Geoff made a series of highly influential recordings as a founding member of the Jim Kweskin Jug Band and the Paul Butterfield's Better Days group, as well as collaborations with then-wife Maria and other notables (Bonnie Raitt, Eric Von Schmidt, Jerry Garcia, and others). He left the stage and recording world in the mid-1980s for a working sabbatical but continued to hone his craft, albeit 'flying beneath radar'. With his magical voice and singular approach to American music intact, Geoff is again touring the world. Geoff's newest albums have met with high critical acclaim and feature his unusually crafted interpretations of classic, oftentimes obscure, American material as well as his own unique compositions. "Geoff has always been one of my favorite singers." - BONNIE RAITT. $15 advance, $20 door.
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Sat, Mar 7:
8 pm JIM KWESKIN at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403. JIM KWESKIN was the originator, in the 1960s, of THE JIM KWESKIN JUG BAND that launched the careers of GEOFF MULDAUR, MARIA MULDAUR, MEL LYMAN, BILL KEITH and RICHARD GREENE, among others. He has recorded and released dozens of tracks. He specializes in finger picking the guitar and singing songs from the great American songbook of pop, folk and swing.
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Sat, Mar 7:
8 pm STEPHEN BENNETT brings his harp guitar to play a show at Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City; www.boulevardmusic.com; 310-398-2583.
More at www.harpguitar.com. $15.
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Sat, Mar 7:
8 pm THE NASHVILLE BLUEGRASS BAND at Marsee Theatre, El Camino College Center For The Arts, 16007 Crenshaw Bl, Torrance; 310-660-3748; www.elcamino.cc.ca.us. More at www.keithcase.com/profiles/Nash
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Sat, Mar 7:
8 pm “WORLD’S END” Celebrating Two Decades of the Neruda-O’Daly Ranchito, with poet translator WILLIAM O¹DALY and Friends, at Avenue 50 Studio, 131 N Avenue 50, Highland Park 90042; info 323-258-1435; www.avenue50studio.com. L.A. poets read from Neruda, in Spanish and English, as prelude to a talk and reading by William O¹Daly primarily on his two newest Neruda books, “World¹s End” and “The Hands of Day.”
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Poems and poets as follows: “Matilda” read by Fernando Castro. “If You Forget Me” read by Corrie Greathouse. “If You Forget Me,” read in Spanish by Rafael F J Alvarado. “I Do Not Love You Except Because I Love You” read by Theresa Antonia. “Cat's Dream (Sueño de Gato)” read in Spanish by Abel Salas. “I Can Write the Saddest Lines” read by Doug Knott. “Ode to Air” read by Don Newton. “Canto XII: Arise to Birth with Me, my Brother” read by Peggy Dobreer. “Canto XII: Arise to Birth with Me, my Brother” in Spanish read by Mariano Zaro. “Ode to Socks” read by Amaranth Borsuk. “Ode To Socks” read in Spanish by Gabriela Jauregui. “Ode to the Yellow Bird” read by Kim Calder. “To the Foot from its Child” read by Miguel Sanchez. “Walking Around” read by Jenny Factor. “Sonnet XIV” read by Russell Salamon. “Ode to Book” read by Lois P Jones. “Ars Poetica” read by Holly Prado.
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Sat, first Sat every month:
8-10 pm monthly “JUKE JOINT GANG” show at the venue named in FolkWorks as co-winner for “Best Free (no cover) Acoustic Music Venue, The Talking Stick (new location), 1411c Lincoln Bl, Venice 92091; www.thetalkingstick.net. This monthly event is specifically cited as a reason for the venue’s 2008 co-win in FolkWorks. It’s an evening of fine acoustic roots music, with four acts, each playing a 30-min set. Hosted by music Emmy winner ERNEST TROOST, sometimes with LAUREN ADAMS, who have each performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” Venue has coffeehouse fare, good sandwiches, salads, soup. No cover.
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Sat, every week:
8-10 pm ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE, singer-songwriter or band, at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; info / web simulcast at www.kulakswoodshed.com - named for “Best Web Simulcast” in “The Best of 2008 / Top Ten” in FolkWorks, at www.folkworks.org/content/view/35788/166. All artists donate their performances; venue is supported by donations, and asks $10 per attendee in lieu of a cover charge.
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Sat, Mar 7:
8 pm OPEN MIC at the Fret House, 309 N Citrus, Covina; 626-339-7020; www.frethouse.com
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Sat, Mar 7: in the OC:
8 pm THOMAS LEEB at Trilogy Guitars in Marina Del Rey; www.trilogyguitars.com or info at 310-305-7577. Thomas says, “One of my favourite yearly shows.”
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Sat, first Sat every month; in the OC:
8 pm-midnight SONGMAKERS “ORANGE COUNTY HOOT” meets in a private home in Mission Viejo. Info, www.songmakers.org/hoots/orange_county_hoot.htm.
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Sat, every week:
9 pm LIVE MUSIC (artists tba) at the Cowboy Palace Saloon, 21635 Devonshire St (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. Live music 7 nights a week, sometimes acoustic, sometimes electric. Preceded by free line / couple dance lessons with Charlotte, 7-9 pm. No cover.
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Sat, Mar 7:
9:30 pm VAGABOND OPERA with DANGERPANTS Bellydancers, at The Edison, 108 W 2nd St, L.A. 90012; 213-613-0000; www.edisondowntown.com. Vagabond Opera has performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” They are very musical, wildly eclectic, and lots of fun. More at www.vagabondopera.com. $10.
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Sat, every week; on TV:
11 pm-12 am "AUSTIN CITY LIMITS" on KLCS (check your cable co.; broadcast TV Ch. 58). Recent editions have happily featured classic Americana artists, rather than the dearth of alt rockers who dominated for several months.
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Sun, Mar 8 (began Sat, Mar 7):
All day “LOS ANGELES COUNTY IRISH FAIR AND MUSIC FESTIVAL” with nine stages, at the Pomona Fairplex Fairgrounds; www.la-irishfair.com. Features GAELIC STORM, SKELPIN', THE MULLIGANS, KEN O'MALLEY AND THE TWILIGHT LORDS, DIANE THE BARD, BANSHEE IN THE KITCHEN, and many others. The Banshees perform 3 sets each day, and they tell us, “We'll be on the Rebel Stage, near the food court, as we hear. Sounds like one could grab some fine Irish cuisine and sit and listen for a while, eh?”
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Celebrating its 7th year, The Irish Fair & Music Festival has become the largest festival of its kind in Southern California. Returning are the CRIPPLE CREEK CLOGGERS and the McCARTAN SCHOOL OF DANCE, and there are Sheepherding Demonstrations, an Irish Dog Show, “the largest Irish Import Street in the West,” Leprechaun Village, Pipers, and the Celtic Arts Center with fine Irish dining.
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Advance tix on the web link (link above). Tix purchased at gate are cash only. $16 general admission; $14 srs age 55 & over; $14 students, with valid student ID; $26 for a 2-day pass; children age 11 and under are free.
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Sun, recurring:
9 am-1 pm “CLAREMONT FARMER'S MARKET” has live acoustic music in downtown Claremont. RON ELY plays songs of the sea and more on 2nd St between Yale Av and Indian Hill, in old downtown Claremont. Artist’s info, www.myrecordlabel.net/ronely .
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Sun, every week:
10 am-2 pm LIVE MUSIC at WEST L.A. FARMERS MARKET, 11360 Santa Monica Bl (at Corinth); www.westlafarmersmarket.com. Includes free raffle for Farmers Market fresh food. A nice, permanent band shell stage and good sound system distinguish this one. Usually the first act performs from 10 or 10:30 am-noon, there’s a second act noon-1 pm, a break for the raffle of market goodies, and the final act performs 1:15-2 pm. This is a well-structured event. Free wifi at the farmers market and throughout the West L.A. Civic Center Plaza, and Free kids crafts table operated by volunteers 9 am-2 pm, both sponsored by West L.A. Neighborhood Council www.wlanc.com. When you are on the plaza with your laptop, select wlancwifi as your free wireless network. Free event. Map to free parking, www.westlafarmersmarket.com/Location.htm.
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Sun, every week:
10 am & 1 pm “GOSPEL BRUNCH” at House of Blues Sunset Strip, 8430 Sunset Bl, West Hollywood; 323-848-5100.
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Sun, every week:
10 am & 1 pm “GOSPEL BRUNCH” at House of Blues Anaheim, 1530 S Disneyland Dr, Anaheim; 714-778-2583.
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Sun; second Sun, every month:
Noon-3:30 pm monthly BLUEGRASS JAM at Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake, Altadena 91001; www.coffeegallery.com. These jams are the second Sunday of every month. Info: David Naiditch, 626-797-1827; french10@pacbell.net. Host David Naiditch's wonderful instrumental CD has been heard on radio's "Tied to the Tracks." David says, “Pickers, grinners, and fans of bluegrass are invited.” The jam is always free.
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Sun, 2nd Sun, every month; near Goleta:
Noon “TUCKER'S GROVE OLD TIME & BLUEGRASS JAM” at Tucker's Grove County Park, near the intersection of Cathedral Oaks and Turnpike Rd, in "Noleta" (between Santa Barbara and Goleta). After entering the park, go to the right about 1/3 mile to the Kiwannis Meadows section. Hosted by Alan Aleksander (constatty@aol.com.) this jam from the early ’70s was recently reinstated. Goes from noon, "until."
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Sun, every week:
12:30 pm families; 1:30 pm adults only COMMUNITY DRUM CIRCLES at Rock Rose Gallery/Productions & Arroyo Books, 4108 N Figueroa St, Sycamore Grove; 323-222-4740; rockroseart@yahoo.com; www.rockrosegallery.com. Every Sun; 12:30 pm families, 1:30 pm adults only. Bring your own drum or percussion instrument to the drum circle or use one of those provided by the gallery. Taught by Mr Blue, a versatile artist from New York.
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Sun, Mar 8:
1-5 pm “THE CREATIVITY OF SPRING” presented by “Artists Helping Artists (AHA!) at Scenic Drive Gallery, 125 W Scenic Dr, Monrovia 91016. It’s a potluck banquet and “Imagination Salon for Cultural Creatives, Artists and More.” They tell us, “This special gathering is to promote unity, creativity and grassroots community in arts and music and society. The event is open to all and is hosted by GLENN HORTON (Boomer) the originator of Aha! and international fine artist SUSAN DOBEY. More info at www.ArtistsHelpingArtists.org.
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Come share your poems, songs or art work - visual artists, poets, writers, songwriters and musicians may present their work during the “CREATIVE SALON.” Educators, environmentalists, or nonprofit or visionary leaders may share their inspirations, creative works or special projects. Make reservations, in advance, to secure a spot. There are a limited number of seats and performance slots for this event. Or just show up on the day of the event and partake. Reservations to Glenn Horton (Boomer) at TheArtistsLine@cs.com, 831-227-6588, or Susan Dobey, sedobay@altrionet.com. Cost of event is $5 if you bring a healthy dish for the poptluck; without a dish it’s $10.
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Sun, every week:
1-6 pm “BRUNCH AMERICANA” Show hosted by Hillbilly DJ Jeff at The Redwood Bar, 316 W 2nd St, downtown L.A. 90012. It’s a four-act musical afternoon. David Serby has played it, and he tells us, “Get there early for great food and drinks. [It’s] live, independent Western Country Music in Los Angeles!”
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Sun, Mar 8; in Santa Barbara:
1-4 pm SEAN WIGGINS & LONE GOAT at the Paradise Store, 1 Paradise Rd, Santa Barbara; 805-967-3254. Sean says, “Grab a cooler & come on out - you can get BBQ and a 6 pack and come out and hang in the beautiful hills above Santa Barbara; dress warm.” More at www.seanwiggins.com
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Sun, recurring:
1:30 pm WELSH CHOIR, for location, contact Rutthy: 818-507-0337.
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Sun; 2nd Sun, every month, in Lancaster / Palmdale:
2-5 pm monthly “AV FOLK MUSIC CLUB CIRCLE” is returning to homes for its potluck and jamfest (no longer at the Health Tree Coffee Lounge & Café.) They tell us, “Bring your instruments and voices and join in.” Held every month on the second Sunday. Info and location, 661-339-2655.
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Sun, Mar 8; in the Big Bear area:
2-5 pm monthly “GREEN VALLEY LAKE MOUNTAIN JAM” at The Lake Inn Restaurant, 33241 Green Valley Lake Rd, Green Valley Lake (between Big Bear & Lake Arrowhead).
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Sun, 2nd Sun, every month:
2:30-3:30 pm “TUESDAY MUSICALE CLUB SECOND SUNDAY CONCERT” in the Pasadena Central Library Auditorium, 285 E Walnut St, Pasadena 91101; www.ci.pasadena.ca.us/library/events. Accessible to people with disabilities, and handicapped parking available. Program & performer info, contact Celeste French, 818-790-1739.All ages, free.
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Sun, recurring:
3-5:30 pm JAZZ COMPOSERS WORKSHOP at Rock Rose Gallery/Productions & Arroyo Books, 4108 N Figueroa St, Sycamore Grove; 323-222-4740; rockroseart@yahoo.com; www.rockrosegallery.com. Every Sunday.
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Sun, Mar 8; in Riverside:
3-5 pm INLAND EMPIRE SHAPE NOTE SINGERS at Unitarian Universalist Church of Riverside, 3657 Lemon St, Riverside.
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Sun, Mar 8:
3:30 pm “STORYTELLING AND OTHER DELIGHTS” at the Cornucopia Actors Workout Studio, 4735 Lankershim Bl, North Hollywood; 818-506-3903; www.actorsworkout.com. More at www.myspace.com/cornucopiastorytelling
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Sun, 2nd Sun, every month:
4-8 pm ANDRE THIERRY plays this month’s “CAJUN ZYDECO DANCE SERIES” at The Lakewood HOP, 5201 Clark Av, Lakewood 90721. (Note new time, beginning in March, 2009; and series is no longer at Gardena Elks Lodge); event info, call Sidney, 323-401-8859. Presented by J.P.L.. Productions. Admission to all dances, $20 per person.
Next up: LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS perform Apr 12.
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Sun, Mar 8:
4 pm NOTEWORTHY DUO of MICHAEL NIGRO on guitar & LISA SCHROEDER on flute, at Grace First Presbyterian Church, 3955 Studebaker Rd, Long Beach; 562-420-2292; www.gracefirst.org. More at www.noteworthyduo.com
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Sun, every week:
4-7 pm “IRISH MUSIC SESSION” weekly at Finn McCool, 2702 Main St, Santa Monica; 310-452-1734.
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Sun, every week:
4-7 pm “IRISH MUSIC SESSION” weekly at Auld Dubliner, 71 S Pine Av, Long Beach; 562-437-8300; www.aulddubliner.com.
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Sun, every week:
4-6 pm “BEGINNERS IRISH MUSIC SESSION” weekly at Celtic Arts Center at Theatre Unlimited, 10943 Camarillo St, North Hollywood; 818-760-8322; www.celticartscenter.com.
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Sun, Mar 8; in Tehachapi:
4 pm ALASDAIR FRASER & NATALIE HAAS play the newly-restored BeeKay Theatre in Tehachapi; info & tix, 661-823-9994; info@fiddlerscrossing.com. All ages, gen’l adm $25, students $15.
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"Alasdair Fraser is recognized throughout the world as one of the finest fiddle players Scotland has ever produced. [His] name is synonymous with the vibrant cultural renaissance which is transforming the Scottish musical scene." - SCOTS Magazine. Scottish fiddle Alasdair Fraser appears in his favored current pairing with the young American cellist extraordinaire Natalie Haas, continuing to pursue their resurrection and reinvention of the classic musical marriage between big and small fiddles, a familiar feature of Scottish music in the 18th century. The duo’s near-telepathic interplay is dazzling both for its breathtaking technical prowess and its boundless dynamism, be it in tunes from that same golden era, the age of Burns and Gow, or Fraser’s own memorable compositions. More at www.alasdairfraser.com
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This is one of only 3 shows that are remotely close, this tour; the others are:
> Mar 7 in Encinitas (San Diego County); info, 858-566-4040; www.sdfolkheritage.org.
> Mar 9 in Bishop, at the Inyo Council for the Arts Theater, 760-873-8014.
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Sun, Mar 8; 2nd Sun, every month:
5-9 pm “CAJUN ZYDECO DANCE SERIES” this month brings ANDRE THIERRY and his band to the Gardena Elks Lodge, 1735 West 162nd St, Gardena 90247; event info, call Sidney, 323-401-8859. Presented by J.P.L.. Productions. Admission to all dances, $20 per person.
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Sun, every week:
5 pm LIVE MUSIC (artists tba) and WEEKLY COMPLIMENTARY BBQ at the Cowboy Palace Saloon, 21635 Devonshire St (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. (BBQ changed to 5-8 pm, effective July 4.) Live music 7 nights a week, sometimes acoustic, sometimes electric. Preceded by free line dance lessons with Bonnie, 4-6 pm. Every Sunday they “light up the 'ol barbie and throw on anything from marinated tri-tip beef to good 'ol hamburgers. Every BBQ is served with all the fixin's, like baked beans, vegetables, rice, cole slaw, potato salad and more.” They tell us, “If you're looking for something really fun and different to do on Sundays, then head on down to The Cowboy Palace Saloon for dance lessons at 4, mouthwatering BBQ at 5, and a hot country band starting at 6!” No cover.
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Sun, every week; on web radio:
5 pm (Pacific) “MOUNTAIN STAGE,” the long-time NPR roots music show with live performances, hosted by Larry Groce, from the West Virginia University Creative Arts Center in Morgantown, WV. No L.A. broadcast station carries this incredibly popular show (or any other NPR syndicated folk-Americana performance-interview show) but you can find a simulcast from any of many other stations at www.mountainstage.org or get info at 304-293-SHOW.
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Sun, every week:
6-8 pm CLIFF WAGNER & THE OLD NUMBER 7 play a new “Sunday Happy Hour” residency at the Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Bl (between Washington & Venice), Culver City 90230; 310-390-1328; music series hotline 310-250-1317; www.myspace.com/thecinemabar. Venue is 21+. No cover, bring $ for the tip jar. You’ve seen them on TV, as final-round finalists on “America’s Next Great Band,” and they made it to #29 on the Americana charts at the close of 2008. Bluegrass-Americana music and drink specials on the West Side. More at www.oldnumber7.net.
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Sun, Mar 8:
6 pm monthly “JEANNIE WILLETS & FRIENDS SHOW” at Arnie's Cafe & Italian Restaurant, 6864 Foothill Bl (at Marcus), Tujunga 91042; 818-951-9089; www.myspace.com/arniescafe. This month brings DANIEL McFEELEY & BAND ( ANDREW KELSEY & GREG MARKLES), plus KIM ACUNA, MANAK KHAMVONGSA, UNCLE CHARLIE, and performing host JEANNIE WILLETS. Venue serves good Italian food. No cover.
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Sun, Mar 8; in Tehachapi:
6 pm “ACOUSTIC JAM” at Mama HillyBeans Coffee & Community, 426 E Tehachapi Bl, Tehachapi; 661-822-BEAN; www.hillybeans.com
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Sun, Mar 8:
7 pm DRUID brings Celtic harp and Irish music to the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue - The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; info www.coffeegallery.com; reserv 626-398-7917. Druid is an Irish folk band created by Belfast Harpist Julie Mondin. They provide traditional music with harmonizing vocals, fine instrumentations, some fresh arrangements and a few untouched classics “to keep the toes tappin' and the hands clappin'.”
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Step dancers are known to appear at these concerts. Venue impresario Bob Stane says, to expect “A frolicsome evening of Irish Traditional music filled with the best of both instrumentation and song. Fiddle, guitar, harp, bodhran, concertina and the occasional uillean piper showing-up at various times makes an unforgettable impression on audiences of every age.” And there are songs of love and whiskey. These folk artists have a sizable following. $20.
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Sun, every Sun:
7-8 pm JES HUDAK plays her weekly residency at Café Muse, 6547 Santa Monica Bl, Hollywood 90038; www.cafemusela.com; 323-464-MUSE (6873). JES HUDAK is a singer/songwriter living in Los Angeles. Her weapons of choice are the piano and her voice, and she has been known to wield a guitar from time to time. Her live performance “takes her audience on a journey through laughter and love and sadness and heartbreak. Her voice is powerful and soulful, and her songs are original, emotional, and real.” Artist info, www.jes-hudak.com and www.myspace.com/jeshudak
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Venue serves vegan & omnivore “comfort food,” fruit smoothies and organic coffee & tea beverages. Entertainment (of various kinds) every night, usually beginning 9:30-10 pm, after the shows in the surrounding theatre district. Venue has a beautiful piano and a house guitar for musician use, or bring your own instrument. They say, “We welcome people to come by and play anytime - you never know when the Muses might appear!” They tell us, “We are always looking for piano players & musicians to accompany the singers and spoken word artists (or to come in and jam with us).” Email them to be added to their roster, at TheMuses@CafeMuseLA.com. Early arrival recommended; $5 minimum for table service requested, otherwise, no cover.
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Sun, every week:
7 pm PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP WITH MARC PLATT at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; www.kulakswoodshed.com. Must be a member in advance to gain entry. Limit 10 performers per week. Info, www.kulakswoodshed.com/workshop.shtml. Each week's workshop is $20, with all proceeds to the venue.
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Sun, every week, on radio and web radio:
7-9 pm “FOLKSCENE” is a long-running folk music show from Los Angeles, hosted by ROZ LARMAN on KPFK 90.7 FM in Los Angeles, 98.7 FM in Santa Barbara, and simulcast at www.kpfk.org. Each edition features a long-form performance-interview, recorded live, with a guest recording artist. The show celebrated its 37th year on the air in February 2008. Info on the show and guests, playlists, and tributes to the late co-host HOWARD LARMAN, at www.folkscene.com.
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Sun, every week, on web radio:
7 pm “FLAT CAT RADIO,” hosted by DAVE STRAUSS, features live on-air performance-interviews at www.myspace.com/flatcatradio. It’s a weekly live web-only show focused on Los Angeles-based songwriters of all genres, but the live segment is generally an acoustic performance.
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Sun, Mar 8:
8 pm DERVISH, from Ireland, at Second Space Theatre, Madison Music (Satellite) Campus of Santa Monica College, 1310 11th St (free parking entrance), Santa Monica; 310-434-3000; http://events.smc.edu.
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The current edition of FolkWorks says, “From the Great Wall of China to packed auditoriums in the Holy Land and more recently being the first Irish band to perform at the greatest music festival in the world, "Rock in Rio" on front of an estimate audience of two hundred and forty thousand people, Dervish have come a long way in seventeen years. Formed in 1989 by a group of five musicians, Liam Kelly, Shane Mitchell, Martin Mc Ginley, Brian Mc Donagh and Michael Holmes who came together to record an album of local music which was released as The Boys of Sligo.Inspired by the project they decided to develop this informal gathering (which gathered weekly to play sessions in local pubs) into a working band under the name Dervish which was chosen as it related to any group of spiritual people who become enraptured by music.” More at www.folkworks.org and at www.dervish.ie
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Sun, Mar 8:
8:30 pm I SEE HAWKS IN L.A. plus CYDNEY ROBINSON, DEAN CHAMBERLAIN, & ROAS BELLE PULLMAN, presented by Fillmore Southwest at the Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Bl (between Washington & Venice), Culver City 90230; 310-390-1328; www.myspace.com/thecinemabar; music series hotline 310-250-1317. Venue is 21+. No cover, bring $ for the tip jar.
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Mon, every week; on radio & web simulcast:
1-4 pm “BUFFALO BAYOU” radio show hosted by Jake Bacon on KUCI, simulcast at http://www.kuci.org. Sometimes with live performances. It’s “a swamp pop, Cajun, Zydeco, and all things bayou sonic gumbo laced with international flavorings and a wild attitude, cooked up, and served live to the world on the web and on itunes, and at 88.9 FM in Irvine since 2003. In addition to the KUCI webstream, the show is live on myspace at www.myspace.com/jakebacon889.
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Mon, every week:
2-4 pm “HEAR, HERE” at the Lost Souls Café, 124 E 4th St (down the gated alley), downtown L.A.; 213-617-7006; www.lostsouls.com. A weekly live benefit event of “whatever” kind of music, by and for www.killradio.org, which has daily internet radio and live webcasts on Fridays, Noon-2 pm. The “Kill Radio” webcast is a submission show; send them your CDs or mp3s for “guaranteed” airplay. All the info for that is at www.myspace.com/hear_here.
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Mon, Mar 9:
3:45-4:30 pm LEGACY brings Irish music & dance with BARBARA GERSHMAN on hammer dulcimer & PATTY McCOLLOM on “many instruments,” at the Oasis Adult Learning Center in Downey. More at www.musicbypatty.com
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Mon, every Mon, on the web:
3:59-5:15 pm (Pacific time) “WOODSONGS OLD TIME RADIO HOUR” live simulcast from Lexington, Kentucky. Those near Lexington are invited to attend the show live; the rest of us can watch and listen live on the web, or download the podcast later, at www.woodsongs.com. The host is folksinger MICHAEL JOHNATHON, and both he and many of his guests have performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.”
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Michael’s “WoodSongs Old-Time Radio Hour” is a multi-media celebration of grassroots Americana music, heard worldwide in radio syndication (except in L.A.) and seen and heard on the web. Every Monday evening, Michael and his guests perform folk and bluegrass, and the show explores songwriting, new artists, literature, worldwide radio, television and concerts. WoodSongs is the world first multi-camera, weekly series broadcast on the Internet. Online viewers worldwide can watch the behind-the-scenes production heard by over 900,000 radio listeners on over 491 radio stations each week. Here’s the weekly schedule, adjusted to Pacific time: 4 pm - watch the 60 minute show live as it happens; 5:03 pm - join the audience as they record the promo for the just-completed show; 5:05 pm - enjoy the guest artist's encore performances, not heard on the radio broadcast.
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Mon; every Mon:
6-10 pm MARC BOSSERMAN plays his residency at Parkway Grill, 510 S Arroyo Pkwy, Pasadena 91105; reserv recommended, 626-795-1001 (or hang out at the bar). He delivers fine piano and vocals. Info, www.marcbosserman.com.
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Mon, recurring, on web radio:
6 pm (Pacific) “RALPH’S BACK PORCH” broadcast from Texas, usually has live in-studio western music guests; call-in number to chat with Ralph and guests, 347 215 8849; catch the show at www.blogtalkradio.com/ralphsbackporch.
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Mon, every week:
“PRO BLUES JAM” at Cozy's Bar & Grill, 14058 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks; 818-986-6000 www.cozysblues.com.
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Mon, every week:
“ALL STAR PRO JAM” (blues, R&B, jazz, soul, etc.) every Monday at Harvelle's, 1432 Fourth St, Santa Monica; 310-395-1676.
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Mon; repeats every 2nd & 4th Mon:
7-10 pm CORONA BLUEGRASS JAM at Crossroads Christian Church, 2331 Kellogg Av (at Ontario Av), Corona. Info, contact Todd Holtkamp, 951-347-2597 or onetoad@adelphia.net. Todd says, “Open Jam, all levels welcome. Having a good time is mandatory. If the weather is good we will be outside in front of the main building. If the weather is bad we will be inside.”
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Mon, Mar 9:
7 pm “POETRY AT BOSTON COURT” featuring poets Deborah Digges, Rodney Jones, Yusef Komunyakaa, presented by Red Hen Press and the venue, at Boston Court Performing Arts Center, 70 N Mentor Av, Pasadena 91106; www.bostoncourt.org; 626-683-6883. Partial funding provided by Pasadena Arts League. This event sold out last time so be sure to get your tickets in advance. $10 gen’l adm, $5 students & srs.
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Mon, Mar 8:
7-11 pm “WINTER QUARTER USA CULTURE NIGHT” with an evening of folk dance lessons at UCLA, includes Swing & American Dance Lessons 7-9 pm, Zydeco Dance Lesson with Karen Redding 9-10 pm, Mini-Social Dance Party 10-11 pm, presented by the Ballroom Dance & International Folk Dance Club at UCLA, in Kerckhoff Hall Art Gallery (near entrance to Kerckhoff Coffee House), on the UCLA campus in Westwood. Metered parking is $3/hr (in quarters) before 9 pm; parking in campus lots is $9. There are a few free parking spots on campus. For locations, send email to ballroom@ucla.edu. More info at www.studentgroups.ucla.edu/ballroomdance. Once you solve the parking issue, event is free.
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Mon, Mar 9; in Bishop:
7 pm ALASDAIR FRASER & NATALIE HAAS play the Inyo Council for the Arts Theater, 137 S Main St, Bishop 93514; http://inyo.org/calendar; InyoArts@Inyo.org; 760-873-8014. All ages, gen’l adm $15.
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"Alasdair Fraser is recognized throughout the world as one of the finest fiddle players Scotland has ever produced. [His] name is synonymous with the vibrant cultural renaissance which is transforming the Scottish musical scene." - SCOTS Magazine. Scottish fiddle Alasdair Fraser appears in his favored current pairing with the young American cellist extraordinaire Natalie Haas, continuing to pursue their resurrection and reinvention of the classic musical marriage between big and small fiddles, a familiar feature of Scottish music in the 18th century. The duo’s near-telepathic interplay is dazzling both for its breathtaking technical prowess and its boundless dynamism, be it in tunes from that same golden era, the age of Burns and Gow, or Fraser’s own memorable compositions. More at www.alasdairfraser.com
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This is one of only 3 shows that are remotely close, this tour; the others are:
> Mar 7 in Encinitas (San Diego County); info, 858-566-4040; www.sdfolkheritage.org.
> Mar 8 in Tehachapi, at the Beekay Theatre; info & tix, 661-823-9994; info@fiddlerscrossing.com.
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Mon, every week:
7:30 pm OPEN MIC at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; Web simulcast at www.kulakswoodshed.com. This is named as the “Best Acoustic Open Mic” in L.A. AND the “Best Web Simulcast,” in “The Best of 2008 / Top Ten” in FolkWorks, at www.folkworks.org/content/view/35788/166. Kulak’s provides all necessary connections for acoustic stage, plus a baby grand piano. Hosted by LISA TURNER. Sign-ups 7-7:15 pm, show at 7:30 pm. Performers may choose (in advance) to purchase a multi-camera DVD of their performance. One (max length 3-4 minute) song per performer. Info, www.kulakswoodshed.com/openmic.shtml. All artists donate their performances; venue is supported by donations, and asks $10 per attendee in lieu of a cover charge.
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Mon, Mar 9:
8 pm TWO DOLLAR BASH bring award-winning bluegrass from Germany, plus SHOSHINZ, with acclaimed comedy from Japan, for a rather amazing “International Double Headliner Show” at the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue - The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; info www.coffeegallery.com; reserv 626-398-7917.
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TWO DOLLAR BASH, from Berlin, Germany and SHOSHINZ, from Japan. Bluegrass from Germany and comedy from Tokyo. Could it be any better? Is venue impresario Bob Stane happy? Oh, yes. Since forging their line-up in 2003, Two Dollar Bash has toured constantly throughout Europe and America. In September 2005, they won the “Rising Legend” award at the 30th “Old-Time Country and Traditional Music Festival” in Missouri Valley, Iowa. In 2006, Two Dollar Bash played the “Latitude Festival” in England, and were one of four bands picked from around the world to perform at the “International Country Night” showcase at the “Popkomm” music industry conference in Berlin, the most international of all music business festivals in Europe. 2007 brought tours of Ireland, Belgium, Germany, the Czech Republic and an extensive tour of the US and Canada, including their first stint at SXSW and at Canadian Music Week in Toronto.
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TWO DOLLAR BASH are an acoustic folk-country-bluegrass band based in Berlin, with members hailing from Scotland, Ireland and France. Tony plays guitar, Matt plays the mandolin and harp, Mark plays the banjo and mandola, Joe plays guitar and bass, and they all sing and write songs. Two Dollar Bash share a keen sense of musical camaraderie that comes with 15 years of playing together in various incarnations throughout Europe. Their songs of longing, loving, and wayfaring are fitting tales to be swapped over hobo campfires or rows of empty shot glasses in dark corners of musty barrooms. Their sound is distinctly Americana, but delicately informed by their Celtic and European backgrounds. Two Dollar Bash are making their debut in the L.A. area, after playing the Folk Alliance Conference in Memphis, and before heading to the SXSW Music Festival in Austin, where they’ve been invited back for the third consecutive year.
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2008 saw them back in Austin for their second visit to SXSW before the release of their third album, “Lost River.” They spent the following summer and fall touring the UK, Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands. This swing through the States will take them through Missouri, Colorado and Utah before reaching the West Coast.
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SHOSHINZ is Japanese for "shy timid people". But these two surreal Tokyo maids are subservient to nothing and no one. Their delicate silences and coy demeanor will lure you in, and then they will bend your mind with brilliant physical theater, dance, absurd music and song. They will not clean your house, but they will blow your mind. Yanomi and Kuronatsu of SHOSHINZ have starred in numerous theater productions in Tokyo and elsewhere in Japan and have toured to Canada, Egypt, Russia, Iran, and many countries across Asia.
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SHOSHINZ formed in 2005 and is now one of the most renowned comedy troupes in Japan. They are now performing in the U.S. for the first time with their “Shoshinz: We Love You Too” West Coast Tour. "Serious skills are at play here, with not a glance nor a step wasted - full of kooky surprises.” - The Montreal Gazette. $15 gets you both acts.
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Mon, every week:
8 pm “BLUE MONDAYS” brings NEW ORLEANS WEST and featured blues performers to Club Fais Do Do, 5257 W Adams Bl, L.A. 90016; www.faisdodo.com; 323-215-5212; (Adams & Cloverdale; exit La Brea S from 10 Fwy). Free red beans & rice with BBQ chicken.
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Mon, every week:
8 pm “KILLING CASSANOVA'S SALOON MONDAYS” series at The Bordello, 901 E First St, L.A 90012; www.bordellobar.com; 213-687-3766. Event info, scheduled performers, www.myspace.com/saloonmonday. Always a lineup of alt-country and roots bands, often with names you recognize and already know you want to go see. The Bordello is the oldest bar and brothel in downtown Los Angeles, reflecting its legendary status as the theater of the unusual and provocative, and it is now the venue for “Killing Cassanova’s Saloon Mondays.” $3 cover.
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Mon, Mar 9:
8 pm THE FOLK COLLECTION plays the Noble House concert series in Van Nuys. Reservation gets directions at noblehouseconcerts@acn.net. They’ve performed twice on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks” and brought many enthusiastic calls, celebrating their musical tour of the best-known hits of the folk revival.
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Mon, every week:
8 pm “ACOUSTIC MONDAYS” in-the-round showcase, guided by singer-songwriter JAY NASH, with different guest artists each week, at Room 5, 143 N LaBrea Av (2nd floor, above Amalfi Ristorante), L.A. 90036; 323-938-2504. Upscale, cozy atmosphere with affordable food. Full bar and menu.
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Mon, every week:
8 pm “IRISH MUSIC SESSION” at the Celtic Arts Center at Theatre Unlimited, 10943 Camarillo St, North Hollywood; 818-760-8322; www.celticartscenter.com.
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Mon, every week:
ON HIATUS: 8-11 pm blues legend BERNIE PEARL has long hosted the weekly BLUES JAM at M'Dear's, 78th & Western, L.A. But, the series is on hiatus because the venue is remodeling. We’ll let you know when it returns. Artist info, www.berniepearl.com.
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Mon; 2nd & 4th Mon every month:
8-9 pm “MONDAY NIGHT POETRY” at the Santa Catalina Branch Library, 999 E Washington Bl, Pasadena 91104 ; info, www.home.earthlink.net/~mondaynightpoetry/; contact Don Kingfisher Campbell, mondaynightpoetry@earthlink.net or 626-744-7272. Featured poets and open readings; sign-up by 8 pm. They say, “This is your chance to share your poetry with the public and to hear professional poets performing their newest creations.” Accessible to people with disabilities, and handicapped parking available. Adults, free.
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Mon, every Mon:
8:30 pm “TALENT NIGHT” hosted by CHAD WATSON BAND at the Cowboy Palace Saloon (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. Cash prizes, and some winners have gone on to perform on the Grand Ole Opry. Free dance lessons 7-8:30 pm, "Two-Step with Ed." No cover.
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Mon, every week:
8:30 pm OPEN MIC at the Rainbow Bar and Grill, 9015 W Sunset Bl, West Hollywood; 310-278-4232. Sign-ups at 8, show at 8:30 pm.
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Mon, every Mon:
8:30 pm OPEN-MIC hosted by Gordon Gilges at Café Muse, 6547 Santa Monica Bl, Hollywood 90038; www.cafemusela.com; 323-464-MUSE (6873). The venue tells us, ”There's a piano & guitar you are welcome to use, the rest is up to you. Bring your music, your own instruments, your friends!” Sign-ups are at 8 pm. Comedy is now from 7:30-8:30 pm, with those sign-ups at 7:30 pm. They add, “We are trying to create a community of artists who support each other, so participants are encouraged to come early and stay as long as you can to show the love to your fellow open-mic-ers. You may even get to go up a second time. The night may even turn into a big music jam, so be prepared for anything! There's a piano and guitar you are welcome to use, the rest is up to you.”
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Venue serves vegan & omnivore “comfort food,” fruit smoothies and organic coffee & tea beverages. Entertainment (of various kinds) every night, usually beginning 9:30-10 pm, after the shows in the surrounding theatre district. Venue has a beautiful piano and a house guitar for musician use, or bring your own instrument. They say, “We welcome people to come by and play anytime - you never know when the Muses might appear!” They tell us, “We are always looking for piano players & musicians to accompany the singers and spoken word artists (or to come in and jam with us).” Email them to be added to their roster, at TheMuses@CafeMuseLA.com. Early arrival recommended; $5 minimum for table service requested, otherwise, no cover.
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Mon, every week:
9-11:30 pm "IRISH MUSIC SESSION" weekly at Celtic Arts Center’s new shared location, Theatre Unlimited, 10943 Camarillo St, North Hollywood 91602; 818-760-8322; www.celticartscenter.com. Schedule every week is Irish language workshop at 7 pm, followed by the Irish céilí dance workshop at 8 pm, then comes Southern California's longest running traditional Celtic music seisiún, from 9-11:30 pm. Free.
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Mon, every week:
9:30 pm “JJ SONG SALON” weekly singer-songwriter night at Life on Wilshire, 6311 Wilshire Bl, L.A. 90048; 323-651-5433; www.lifeonwilshire.com. Grammy award winning producer JOHN JONES (Fleetwood Mac, Duran Duran, Celine Dion) is the “JJ” who assembles an eclectic mix of performers for an evening of live acoustic entertainment. Complete list, with links, for this week’s performers at www.jjsongsalon.com. Each plays a short set, beginning at 9:30 pm. Dinner seating available starting at 6:30 pm.
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Mon; most Mondays:
10 pm PRESTON SMITH plays solo acoustic at The Bridge, 3256 Caheunga Bl (at Barham), Universal City / Hollywood area, one mile N of the Hollywood Bowl. Romantic, loungy, acoustic room. Preston sings “blues & beyond,” soul and jazz. "Preston is a singing, guitar and harmonica playing virtuoso of blues and jazz, which makes him a great fit. His stuff is upbeat, intelligent and classy, He's known for his widespread appeal to a variety of audiences and some say his music knows no boundaries. While Smith's songwriting skills have received a big thumbs up from critics all over the map, his live gigs are legendary." - John Sollenberger July 28, ‘06 Pasadena Weekly.
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Preston sang for Barbra Streisand's wedding, and he’s performed for Steven Spielberg, Bruce Willis, Aaron Spelling, Brad Grey, the cast of The Soprano's, and the late Sonny Bono. He appeared on "The Tonight Show" with the late Jimmy Stewart. Roseanne Cash recorded his song "Black and White," then she included it in her greatest hits CD that went to gold. More at www.myspace.com/prestonsmithmusic and www.prestonsmith.com
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Mon, every week:
10:30 pm “BLUES JAM” with MISS MICKEY CHAMPION at Babe and Ricky's Inn, 4339 Leimert Bl, L.A.; 323-295-9112; www.bluesbar.com.. L.A.’s legendary blueswoman plays an every-Monday residency. Artist info: www.mickeychampion.net. Event info, Info, info@bluesbar.com. No cover.
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Tue, every week; in Loma Linda:
9-11:30 am “LOMA LINDA UKULELE STRUMMERS” welcomes all, every Tuesday at the Loma Linda Senior Center, 25541 Barton Rd (behind the Civic Center), Loma Linda. (Sr Center at the far end of the parking lot.) Info, www.lomalindaukestrummers.org. Contact, Ginny Stone, 909 795 3841 or harryginny@hotmail.com.
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Tue, Mar 10:
4-4:45 pm LEGACY brings Irish music & dance with BARBARA GERSHMAN on hammer dulcimer & PATTY McCOLLOM on “many instruments,” at the Bob Lucas Branch Library, on Lincoln, in Altadena. More at www.musicbypatty.com
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Tue, every week:
4:30-6 pm SON JAROCHO CLASSES at East Side Café, 5469 Huntington Dr N, L.A.; 323-583-5113. Learn to play Jarana, a string Instrument from Veracruz; dance Zapateado; sing & compose Sones-songs; gain knowledge of Son Jarocho music; work sound & lights. Open to adults, children and teens. No cover, donations are accepted.
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Tue, every week:
6 pm Weekly BLUEGRASS JAM at Curley’s Café, 1999 E Willow (at Cherry), Signal Hill; 562-424-0018.
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Tue, every week:
6-8 pm ARANA MUSIC LESSONS at IMIX Bookstore, 5052 Eagle Rock Bl, Eagle Rock; 323-257-2512; www.imixbooks.com. For beginners to experts music lessons focusing on the arana and Son Jarocho, presented by Caesar Castro, El Jarochelo.
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Tue, every week; in Menifee:
6-8:30 pm SANDII CASTLEBERRY & RON DAIGH, folk fest faves, at Giovanni's, Pizza, Pasta & More, 26900 Newport Rd #112, Menifee 92584; 951-672-8080. Info, www.sandiicastleberry.com.
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Tue, every Tue:
6:30-11 pm “SOUP JAM,” Don Rowan’s country & bluegrass jam, at 3240 Industry Dr, Signal Hill 90755. Info, contact Don, 562-883-0573. Acoustic instruments only, floating mic for voice; soup, donuts, coffee & tap water served. Loc is 1 mile S of 405 Fwy, 1.2 mi S of Long Beach Airport. Lakewood Bl South exit from 405, immediate right onto Willow for 1 mi (W), left on Redondo for 3/4 mile (S), right onto Industry Dr for 0.2 mi (W), building is first entrance for last building on the left; a fair-sized industrial building with high ceilings.
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Tue, every week:
ON HIATUS, PENDING VENUE’S BUILDING IMPROVEMENTS: 7 pm “MAIN STREET SONGWRITERS SHOWCASE” at Café Bellissimo, 22458 Ventura Bl, Woodland Hills; 818-225-0026. It’s a nice format, always with two recording artists, each doing a half-hour set, and a few songs from performing host GARRET SWAYNE. The two featured artists are followed by an open mic; info, www.garretswayne.com. MSSS patrons get half-price drinks, 6:30-7:30, and special discount on award-winning pizza all evening. No cover, but venue expects a minimum $5 food / drink purchase (and that’s half their former expectation).
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Tue, every week:
7-10 pm OPEN MIC - Music, Comedy, Spoken Word, at Synergy Café Lounge, 4437 Sepulveda Bl (just S of Culver Bl), Culver City; www.synergycafelounge.com; 310-482-3490. An eclectic open mic night. Bring your instruments, poetry, comedy, and anything else you'd like to share during your 8-10 minute set. Great atmosphere, excellent opportunity to see and meet other performers. No cover, food / drink purchase expected. Info, contact MC Jackie, jackielievense@yahoo.com.
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Tue, every week; in the Inland Empire:
7 pm “LOMA LINDA UNIVERSITY OPEN JAM” at Loma Linda University College Market Patio Pantry, 24905 Anderson St, (at Mound & Anderson St, near US Post Office, behind other buildings), Loma Linda. Every Tue in 2009.
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Tue, every week; in Tehachapi:
7-10 pm “ACOUSTIC JAM” at Mama HillyBeans Coffee & Community, 426 E Tehachapi Bl, Tehachapi; 661-822-BEAN; www.mamahillybeans.com. They welcome "All unplugged acoustic players." Venue has great ambience, food "made from scratch and about 95% organic." No cover.
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Tue, recurring:
7:30 pm Weekly OPEN MIC at Hallenbeck’s General Store, 5510 Cahuenga Bl, North Hollywood; 818-985-5916; www.hallenbecks.com. Venue offers sandwiches, coffeehouse fare. No cover.
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Tue, Mar 10:
8 pm FISHTANK ENSEMBLE at the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue - The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; info www.coffeegallery.com; reserv 626-398-7917. They’ve performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” and they generate excitement wherever they go. Venue impresario Bob Stane says, “The Fishtankians are landing. Fabulous. One of our very hottest acts, returning.”
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They are a lively and unusual ensemble consisting of violin, musical saw, accordion, shamisen, flamenco guitar, bass, percussion and voice. Rumanian folk music forms the bulk of the material, with a healthy helping of Flamenco, Swedish folk music, Klezmer, other folk sources and original songs that range from clever to fun to intricate. The Gypsy violin of Fabrice Martinez is the backbone of the sound, and has to be heard to be believed.
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In May 2005, the band made their first album, "Superraoul," with six live performance tracks recorded over just a week and a half. In summer 2005, Fabrice and Ursula moved to Italy for two years and returned to the States in Fall 2007, encouraged by the response to “Superraoul.”
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Fabrice Martinez plays violin and violintromba; the classically-trained Ursula Knudson plays musical saw, violin, banjolele, percussion, and does vocals, and self-taught on the saw, she won 2nd place in the 2004 International Saw Festival; Josh and Justin Petrojvic - the peripatetic Petrojvic brothers - play accordion and trombone, and are known for their antics as the duo Petrojvic Blasting Company; Douglas Smolens is an accomplished Flamenco guitarist performing with the band as "El Douje," and he has a recently released Flamenco fusion CD entitled “Worlds Collide” that is available at www.cdbaby.com/eldouje; Djordje Stijepovic plays slap bass and was a member of leading world music bands in Serbia, where he finished classical music conservatory - Djordje performs solo world music/jazz, and provides his signature slap for rockabilly band Atomic Sunset, and for Deke Dickerson, Slim Jim Phantom (from Stray Cats), Lemmy (from Motorhead), and more, and plays with bluegrass, Cajun, jazz, blues and other bands. $15.
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Tue, every week:
8-9:30 pm “TUESDAY NIGHT MUSIC CLUB” weekly series with KACEE and MICHAEL DOMAN, with different musical guests each week, at Molly Malone's, 575 S Fairfax Av, L.A. 90036; 323-935-1577; www.mollymalonesla.com. Began Jul 8, 2008. Michael says, “Tuesdays just got a whole lot better.”
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Tue; repeats every second and fourth Tue:
8 pm OPEN MIC at El Cid, 4212 Sunset Bl, Silver Lake 90029; www.elcidla.com. Hosted by MICHAEL MCCARTHY the second and fourth Tuesdays, every month. A&R staff from “My Record Label” is on-site recruiting artists based on their original performances. Selected artists will receive an artist page on www.myrecordlabel.net along with a free 3-camera video shoot and professional audio mix of their performance. Sign ups at 7 pm; you can sign-up in advance at www.myspace.com/openmicatelcid .
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Tue, every week:
8 pm OPEN MIC at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank; www.vivacantina.com; 818-515-4444.
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Tue, every week:
8 pm OPEN MIC at Sierra Cup, 409 S Myrtle Av, Monrovia 91016; 626-301-4214; www.sierracup.com. Sign-ups at 7:30 pm.
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Tue, every week; in Laguna Beach:
8 pm weekly “SONGWRITER SHOWCASE” features guest artists and BETH FITCHET WOOD, who plays the opening set each week, at the The Marine Room Tavern, 214 Ocean Av, Laguna Beach; 949-494-3027.
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Tue, Mar 10:
8:30 pm WRECK AND SOW bring bluegrass to the Pike Bar and Grill, 836 E 4th St, Long Beach; 562-432-8325; www.myspace.com/thepike. More at www.wrecknsow.com
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Tue, every Tue:
8:30 pm LIVE MUSIC (artists tba) at the Cowboy Palace Saloon, 21635 Devonshire St (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. Live music 7 nights a week, sometimes acoustic, sometimes electric. Preceded by free swing dance lessons with Ed, 7-8:30 pm. No cover.
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Wed-Sun, Mar 11-15; in Williamsburg, Virginia:
2009 “WILLIAMSBURG FILM FESTIVAL” Williamsburg, VA, with a western movie theme, includes champion cowboy poet LARRY MAURICE, and actors / western artists JOE CANUTT, LOREN JANES, DICK JONES, PEGGY STEWART, BO HOPKINS, STEVE KANALY, and many more. Event website has details and links for tix and room reservations: www.williamsburgfilmfestival.org. More at www.cowboypoetry.com
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Wed; every Wed; in Yucaipa:
12:30 pm “YUCAIPA UKERS,” THE YUCAIPA UKULELE GANG, an ‘off-shoot’ of the Loma Linda Ukulele Strummers (LLUS), meets every Wed (recently changed; was 10:30 am). Info, loc, www.lomalindaukestrummers.org.
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Wed, Mar 11; in the OC:
1-1:45 pm LEGACY brings Irish music & dance with BARBARA GERSHMAN on hammer dulcimer & PATTY McCOLLOM on “many instruments,” for the Tustin Area Women’s Club, at the Elks Lodge, in Santa Ana. More at www.musicbypatty.com
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Wed, every Wed:
ON HIATUS: 3-7 pm “ROOTS MUSIC JAM SESSION” with TOM SAUBER at the Sierra Madre Farmers' Market, in the parking lot behind the shops on the south side of Sierra Madre Blvd., just west of Baldwin Av, in Sierra Madre. Take Baldwin Av exit N from 210 Fwy. Turn W off Baldwin onto Mariposa and you'll see the tents. Tom tells us, “It won't take the place of Frank & Joe’s [the long-gone Wed night jam] and I know it's not convenient for most, but it's something as long as the weather's nice.” Info, masaw48@earthlink.net
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Wed (& Thu), every week; near Santa Barbara:
4 pm-late New “PARADISE STORE TWICE-WEEKLY BLUEGRASS / MOUNTAIN MUSIC JAM” at Paradise Store, N of Santa Barbara on Hwy 154 for 9.5 mi; right on Paradise Rd, 1/2 mile to the store. Directions, www.paradisestoresb.com/directions.asp
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Wed’s include BBQ; Thu’s are a “Mountain Fiddle Hootenanny.” Both hosted by MARK LEWIS. More at www.paradisestoresb.com/entertainment.asp?cmth=2&cyer=2009
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Wed, every week:
5-8 pm New “CLAREMONT WEDNESDAY GREEN MARKET” features acoustic music with RON ELY doing seafaring songs and more, inside the Packing House in the new West Claremont Center, 532 W First St, Claremont 91711; www.claremontpackinghouse.com/home.htm . Ron tells us, “It's all about ‘going GREEN,’ and should be promoted and supported. They are going to expand with a Farmer's Market each Wednesday evening. That will be outside this same venue, The Packing House, a fully rehabilitated old building, a real packing house, Historical Landmark. It's put-on by the non-profit ‘Claremont Forum,’ (www.claremontforum.org) that sponsors the "Prison Library Project," sending books to those incarcerated.”
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Wed, Mar 11:
5:30-8:30 pm SEAN WIGGINS & PAUL HOUSTON at the Oceanview Bistro, 3826 Ocean View Bl, Montrose 91020; 818-248-2722. Sean says, “Happy Hour is 4-6:30. This is a new place for us - come stop by - good food and drink, nice peeps, cool laid back bar / restaurant - yummy food - good vibe!” More at www.seanwiggins.com
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Wed; 2nd & 4th Wed every month; in Lancaster:
6 pm UKULELE CLUB at Nick’s Pizza, 43755 15th St West, Lancaster. Uke players begin arriving about 5 pm, meeting starts at 6 pm. Newcomers welcome.
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Wed; second (& fourth) Wed every month:
6:30 pm “TWICE-A-MONTH BLUEGRASS JAM” new for ’09, at Robano's Italian Pizza Kitchen, 10057 Riverside Dr, Toluca Lake 91602. (It’s S of Magnolia, W of Buena Vista, E of Cahuenga.) Jam is in the room behind the bar area. Hosted by Paddy Hill, who wants us to tell you, “All players welcome. Please plan to buy a beer or appetizer (from $5) to get the owner enthusiastic, or better still, a full meal from $9.” Info, contact Paddy Hill at paddyh036@gmail.com. First date for event is Feb 11. No cover.
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Wed, Mar 11:
6:30-9 pm “WEST SIDE HAMMERED DULCIMER SESSION” in Culver City, for all levels. The group says, “We share tunes, tips, and techniques. Please come, and bring music if you wish.” Info and directions from Kay Bolin, 310) 390-4859; http://us.mc510.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=westsidehdsession@earthlink.net or westsidehdsession@earthlink.net
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Wed, Mar 11:
7-10:30 pm monthly “LAWIM SOIREE” - co-winner of “Best Monthly Listening Room” of 2008 in FolkWorks - is the Los Angeles WoMen in Music evening of music and a buffet supper, this month with NICOLE GORDON, KAREN HART, SKYELER KOLE, YVONNE PEREA, KATHLEEN SMITH, THERESE ULVAN, FAY WOLF, & special performance by ARLENE KOLE - 2007-2008 “Soirée CD Compilation” artist, hosted by HARRIET SCHOCK, at the M Bar, 1253 Vine St (at Fountain), Hollywood 90038; 323-856-0036. Info, info@lawim.com. This is a fine monthly event, and includes an all-you-can-eat buffet. Full bar available.
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A respectful “listening room” environment is provided for the performances, and there are plenty of industry networking opportunities before and after. "An invigorating evening that proves there is art in Los Angeles after all." - Tom Kidd, Music Connection Magazine. Hosted by multi-platinum songwriter-recording artist HARRIET SCHOCK. Valet Parking $4.50, or free street parking, if you can find it. Sponsored in part by www.myrecordlabel.net. Full bar available, BUFFET DINNER INCLUDED in admission, available 7-8:30 pm; showcase, in respectful “listening room” atmosphere, is 8-10 pm. Reservations are no longer taken; just get there promptly for a seat. $10 mbrs, $20 gen’l public, includes dinner.
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Wed, every Wed:
7-10 pm weekly OPEN MIC at the Talking Stick, (new location), 1411 Lincoln Bl, Venice 92091; www.thetalkingstick.net. Alternating hosts TOM & BYRON or ELLEN. Sign-ups at 6:45 pm. Venue has coffeehouse fare and good sandwiches. All ages, no cover.
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Wed, every Wed:
7-10 pm (started Jan 7) “KULAK'S WEDNESDAY NIGHT SONGWRITERS WORKSHOP” at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; info and live webcast at www.kulakswoodshed.com. Marc Platt wrote, for Music Connection, “Your Wednesday Nights will never be the same after participating in this Group Workshop. The weekly cost is $20, which goes to Kulak’s to help pay the rent. The Workshop… is open to the public for the first four weeks. We will then set our 12-person group writing roster until the end of March. The workshop will be limited to 12 writers. We will break up into groups and work on many styles, genres and topics. You will find it challenging and exhilarating. You can bring instruments and will need to have your own small recording device, as well as a pen and notepad. Marc Platt (from the Sunday Night Performance Workshop) will facilitate with help from Steve Schalchlin. Marc has written music for TV Shows like ‘Queer Eye For The Straight Guy’ and others for many years. Steve Schalchlin ran similar workshops for the NAS (National Academy of Songwriters) in the 1990s and is a very accomplished songwriter. His ‘New World Waking’ show is currently running in San Francisco. If you are interested, please email Marc Platt at rotn60@aol.com.”
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Wed, every Wed:
CANCELLED - VENUE HAS CLOSED: 7-9 pm ACOUSTIC OPEN MIC, hosted by ALLAN COMEAU, at Santa Monica Bar & Grille, 3321 Pico Bl, Santa Monica. It’s now weekly. SEVERIN BROWNE says, “For those of you who like a good open mic night, my friend Allan Comeau is hosting… not far from McCabe’s. And the food is good.” 6:45 pm sign-ups.
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Open mic is followed on 1st & 3rd Wed of every month, same place, by “WESTSIDE SONGWRITERS IN THE ROUND” – see that listing.
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Wed, 2nd & 4th Wed, every month; in Lompoc:
7-9 pm “BLUEGRASS JAM” at Southside Coffee Co, 105 S "H" St, Lompoc. Info, call Bill, 805-736-8241.
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Wed, every Wed; in Tehachapi:
7-10 pm OPEN MIC at Mama HillyBeans Coffee & Community, 426 E Tehachapi Bl, Tehachapi; 661-822-BEAN; www.mamahillybeans.com. They welcome "musicians, poets, writers, thinkers, and audiences." Venue has great ambience, food "made from scratch and about 95% organic." No cover.
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Wed, every Wed:
7:30-10:30 pm “SINGER-SONGWRITER NIGHT” with STRUFF & TERRY, and Musical Guests at Tango D'Amore, 19524 Nordhoff St #3, Northridge 91324; shared parking with Guitar Center; 818-727-7399; www.tangodamore.com. Lineup always includes hosts Struff & Terry (www.struffandterry.com) and others, sometimes unknown, sometimes rather well-known. $5 cover.
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Wed, every Wed:
7:30-10 pm OPEN MIC at Guitar Merchant, 7503 Topanga Cyn Bl, Canoga Park 91303; 818-884-5905. Every Wednesday, hosted by Melinda Gibson. 7 pm sign-ups. Get your set recorded on CD for $10 (optional). Snacks and drinks available. No cover, tip jar for artists.
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Wed, every Wed; in Simi Valley:
7:30-11:30 pm SONGMAKERS “SIMI VALLEY HOOT” jam session in Simi Valley; for location, contact M. Gregory, info@songmakers.org or 805-579-6416. More at www.songmakers.org/hoots/simi_valley_hoot.htm.
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Wed, every Wed:
MISS MICKEY CHAMPION at Harvelle's, 1432 Fourth St, Santa Monica; 310-395-1676. L.A.’s legendary blueswoman plays an every-Wednesday residency. Artist info: www.mickeychampion.net. $3-7 cover. Start time varies; call venue.
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Wed, Mar 11:
8 pm SURFIN’ SURFARI at the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue - The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; info www.coffeegallery.com; reservations 626-398-7917. Venue impresario Bob Stane says to trust him on this one: “The last time you might see this group at this price. SURFIN' SAFARI is a faithful recreation of what it would have been like to see The Beach Boys live, in concert, in their prime. This 5 member lineup is unrivaled in their sound, presentation, and professionalism. There are no backing tracks or extra musicians playing off-stage! SURFIN' SAFARI is as close as you will ever get to seeing the original 5 member line up of the Beach Boys. The incomparable beauty of their vocal harmonies, the crashing back beat of Dennis Wilson's drums, the soaring surf guitar of Carl Wilson, and the genius of Brian Wilson's music is all here. The uniband choreography, the Fender guitar line up, the famous custom striped shirts, right down to the black suede Beach Boy boots, it's all here. SURFIN' SAFARI provides you with a great show, a great time, and fun, fun, fun till our Daddy takes the T-Bird away!” $15.
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Wed; 2nd Wed every month:
8 pm HOLLYWOOD HOT-SHOTS bring charming music of the ‘20s & ‘30s, with plenty of Django-style jazz, from JOHN REYNOLDS and his washboard playing brother, RALF REYNOLDS, for an evening of "upstairs" hot jazz. Guests include performers who have previously worked with THELONIOUS MONK and BENNY GOODMAN. $10.
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Wed, Mar 11:
8 pm ANGIE MATTSON plays a house concert in Silver Lake, before leaving to perform at SXSW in Austin. Info at www.myspace.com/angiemattson. How about the title of her new CD? It’s “Given to Sudden Panic & Noisy Retreat.”
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Wed, every Wed:
8 pm “ACOUSTIC CORDIALE” SERIES at Café Cordiale, 14015 Ventura Bl, Sherman Oaks; 818-789-1985. One recent lineup included Heather Waters & Duane Jarvis and Micheal Ann & Alexandra Bustamante. Manda has played the series, as well. Hosted by singer-songwriter DONOVAN LYMAN (Blue Meridian) performing a song or two between each act. Dinner served all evening; plenty of private tables. All ages, free parking, no cover.
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Wed, every Wed:
8 pm OPEN MIC at The Talking Stick, 1630 Ocean Park Bl, Santa Monica; www.thetalkingstick.net.
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Wed, recurring:
8 pm OPEN MIC at The Pig 'n Whistle, 6714 Hollywood Bl, Hollywood 90028; www.pignwhistle.com. Sign-ups at 7:30, show at 8 pm.
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Wed; every Wed:
8 pm OPEN JAZZ JAM at Hip Kitty Jazz / Fondue, 502 W First St (in the Packing House complex), Claremont 91711; www.hipkittyjazz.com; 909-447-6700. Beautiful venue, serves food, beer & wine, 25 mins E of Pasadena off the 210 Fwy.
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Wed, every Wed:
8:30 pm LIVE MUSIC (artists tba) at the Cowboy Palace Saloon, 21635 Devonshire St (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. Live music 7 nights a week, sometimes acoustic, sometimes electric. Preceded by free line dance lessons with Kathy, 7-8:30 pm. No cover.
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Wed, every Wed:
8:30 pm-midnight “JAZZ JAM SESSION” at The Smokehouse Restaurant, 4420 W Lakeside Dr (at Barham), Burbank 91505; www.smokehouse1946.com; 818-845-3731. New home for the long-running weekly series formerly at the Sportsman’s Lodge; hosted by CATHY SEGAL-GARCIA, President of the California Pop & Jazz Council (www.capopandjazzcouncil.org). Event info, www.cathysegalgarcia.com. No cover.
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Wed, Mar 11:
9 pm FISHTANK ENSEMBLE at The Bordello, 914 E 1st St, L.A. 90012; 213-687-3766; www.bordellobar.com. They’ve performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” they’re genuinely unique, and they’re a hoot. The current edition of FolkWorks says, “Fishtank Ensemble is a band that offers a unique blend of Gypsy, Balkan, Flamenco, Klezmer and original tunes. The arrangements are always surprising and include instruments from many countries such as violin, accordion, flamenco and gypsy jazz guitar, shamisen, bass, saw and voice. From the smokey cafes of Bucharest to the Gypsy caravans of yesterday, Fishtank Ensemble evokes the spirit of a past age with the sounds of tomorrow.” Or you can catch them Mar 10 at the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena ay 8 pm. More at www.folkworks.org and at www.fishtankensemble.com
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Wed, Mar 11:
9 pm MISTER B & HIS BAND play “Crybaby Josh’s Hump Day Celebration” at The Blue Café, 17208 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach. Mr B says, “We always have a great time there. It's the middle of the week and it's downhill from here so come on out and celebrate with us.” Venue is 21+; $5 cover.
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Thu, every week:
11 am-2 pm “VAN NUYS FARMER'S MARKET” with live music performances, in the Van Nuys Civic Center behind the Los Angeles City Hall annex building and in front of the City Library, 14410 Sylvan St, Van Nuys 91401.
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Thu (& Wed), every week; near Santa Barbara:
4 pm-late New “PARADISE STORE TWICE-WEEKLY BLUEGRASS / MOUNTAIN MUSIC JAM” at Paradise Store, N of Santa Barbara on Hwy 154 for 9.5 mi; right on Paradise Rd, 1/2 mile to the store. Directions, www.paradisestoresb.com/directions.asp
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Thu, every week:
4:30-5:30 pm SON JAROCHO CLASSES at East Side Café, 5469 Huntington Dr N, L.A.; 323-583-5113.
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Thu, every week; in Santa Barbara:
5:30-7:30 pm THE SALT MARTIANS play bluegrass for Happy Hour at the Tupelo Junction Cafe, 1218 State St, Santa Barbara; 805-899-3900 for dinner reserv. The band is TIM MULLINS, KEN GASTON, AARON DOUGLAS and often MIKE MULLINS. Artists’ info, www.saltmartians.com. Full bar & food. No cover.
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Thu, 2nd and 4th Thu, every month; in Ventura:
6-9:30 pm “ZOEY'S JAM” at Zoey’s, 451 E Main St, Ventura. 805-658-8311. Hosted by Gene Rubin, who says, “Check-out Ventura's Bluegrass Jam website, at http://home.earthlink.net/~generubinaudio/index.html. All skills welcome, friendly folks, great food and drink, and even better jammin'. Generally we number 25 to 35 musicians. We now have additional space for even more jam circles. Spectators are appreciated and welcome.” Contact Gene with your email address to receive regular reminders and details: 805-658-8311 or generubinaudio@earthlink.net.
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Thu, recurring; in Idyllwild:
6-9 pm SANDII CASTLEBERRY & KEVIN HAMBY at Café Aroma, 54750 N Circle Dr, Idyllwild; 951-659-5212. Acoustic blues, bluegrass, swing, folk, more; Sandii Castleberry with guitar, vocals, harmonica; Kevin Hamby on bass, vocals.
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Thu, Mar 12; series runs every week:
7-10 pm “POCKET GOLDBERG & FRIENDS SONGWRITER SHOWCASE” this week brings STEPHANIE BETTMAN & LUKE HALPIN (Stephanie Bettman & the Boys, winners of the Topanga Banjo Fiddle Contest) plus blueswoman LAWRENCE LEBO to Arnie's Café & Ristorante Italiano, 6864 Foothill Bl (at Marcus), Tujunga 91042; 818-951-9089; www.ArniesCafe.com. Hosted by Mark "Pocket" Goldberg & "Brother" Randy Sacks; this is not an open mic. Venue has good food, coffeehouse beverages. No cover.
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Thu, every week:
7-10 pm “FLAMENCO GUITAR NIGHT” with award-winning flamenco guitarist STEPHEN DICK at Manchego Food From Spain Restaurant, 2510 Main St, Santa Monica 90405; 310-450-3900; www.manchegoonmain.com. Venue serves great tapas and Spanish dinner plates in an elegant and intimate space. STEPHEN DICK - "Esteban de Los Angeles" - has won numerous prizes for his compositions and performances, including an award from the Sur Jerez Flamenco Competition in Jerez de la Frontera, Spain, for his original 1st album, "Naranjas Amargas." A versatile artist, he is the winner of the Peter Frampton award for excellence in contemporary music, and his compositions for the guitar have been published in Italy, and in the US by Columbia Music Company. He won the Paulo Barsacchi award for guitar composition for his "Sonatina for Solo Guitar," and a Meet the Composer's grant for his realization of Federico GarcÃa Lorca's romantic ballad, "Romance Sonambulo." He a 2008/2009 winner of a grant from the Spanish Ministry of Culture and US Universities for a new flamenco concert featuring GarciaLorca's mystical lullaby, "Nana del Caballo Grande."
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Thu, Mar 12:
7 pm “MYDECO” ZYDECO DANCE hosted by Aj Gibbs at PCH Club Golden Sails Hotel, 6285 E PCH, Long Beach 90803. Dance lesson, 7-8 pm, CD Dance, 8-9 pm. $7 cover.
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Thu, every week:
7 pm CHARANGOA SALSA DANCE at Steven's SteakHouse, 5332 Steven's Pl, City of Commerce; 323-723-9856; Fay@charangoa.com; www.charangoa.com. Every Thu. Includes dance class with Miguel, 7-8 pm; dancing to live music, 9 pm-1:30 am. It’s reported that there are lots of great dancers & surprises. Free.
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Thu, every week:
7-11 pm OPEN MIC NIGHT on “The Main Stage” at Highland Perk Coffeehouse, 5930 York Bl, L.A. The inaugural event was Apr 12. Sponsors say, “This event repeats every Thursday night. Singers, spoken word, guitar players, drum soloists, almost anything that makes the crowd applaud...”
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Thu; every week; in Lancaster:
7-10 pm “CEDAR OPEN MIC” at Cedar Center, 44345 Cedar Av (at Lancaster Bl), Lancaster 93534; www.myspace.com/cedarcenteropenmic. Hosted by Ms. Shell Marie and Cleen. It’s open to all ages, however there is no censorship rule. It welcomes poets, spoken word, “freestylers,” and acoustic musicians. Free.
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Thu, every week:
OPEN MIC / SONGWRITER SHOWCASE at Primo Pizza, 28200 Bouquet Cyn Rd, Saugus. Mike Dill hosts. He's a fine fingerstyle blues picker.
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Thu, 2nd Thu, every month:
7:30 pm monthly “NSAI SONGWRITER’S NIGHT” at Hallenbeck’s General Store, 5510 Cahuenga Bl, North Hollywood; 818-985-5916; www.hallenbecks.net. NSAI Is the Nashville Songwriters Association International. STEVEN BEOUGHER is the host. The first round of songwriters, at 7:30, is usually three artists. At 8:30 is a featured songwriter for an hour-long set. About 9:45, the 2nd round of songwriters is three more artists. Severin Browne says, “This is a great opportunity to hear some great songwriting in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere.” Venue has coffeehouse fare and good salads and sandwiches.
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Thu, every week:
7:30-9:30 pm IRISH SET DANCING CLASSES in Los Feliz area; social dancing for adults every Thursday. Info & location: www.michaelpatrickbreen.com.
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Thu, Mar 12:
8 pm KEVYN LETTAU brings “A velvet touch of International musical sophistication” to the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue - The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; info www.coffeegallery.com; reserv 626-398-7917.
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An artist with ten albums to her credit, most recently “Bye Bye Blackbird” on MCG Jazz, KEVYN LETTAU is currently touring the US. Kevyn got her big break when legendary Brazilian pianist-bandleader Sergio Mendes discovered her. Al Jarreau was a mentor, too, and she’s worked with guitarist Peter Sprague. Kevyn toured and recorded with Mendes for eight years, developing her own vocal style along the way.
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Kevyn's first two solo releases were “Kevyn Lettau,” and “Braziljazz.” They led to critical acclaim and a loyal following both in the U.S. and abroad, particularly in Japan and the Philippines, where she achieved near-superstar status. Kevyn was a spokesmodel for a soft drink company, featured in multiple television commercials and print ads that ran for years. She is currently the spokesmodel for Philippine Airlines and Sunlife Insurance.
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After her first two records, Kevyn signed with JVC Music, where she recorded four albums, “Simple Life,” “Another Season,” “Universal Language,” and “The Language of Flowers.” With her next label, Universal Music, she recorded “Police,” her exploration of the music from the pop-rock genre-bending group of that name, followed by “Little Things,” and “The Color of Love.” She’s come a long way since growing-up in Berlin, Germany, landing in San Diego at age 14, catching the singing bug by 17, and singing jazz, R&B and Brazilian music in and around the San Diego area with guitarist Peter Sprague from a young age. $15.
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Thu, Mar 12:
8-11 pm WUMBLOOZO blues band at Joe's Great American Bar & Grill, 4311 W Magnolia, Burbank. More at www.wumbloozo.com. No cover.
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Thu & Fri, every week:
8-10:30 pm THE PLOUGHBOYS play their residency at the Tam O' Shanter, 2980 Los Feliz Bl, Los Feliz; www.lawrysonline.com/tamoshanter_gen_info.asp; 323-664-0228. Venue serves ale & sandwiches. Band member Mark Romano says, “Great food, drinks, dancing, and of course, music!” More at www.theploughboys.com. All ages, no cover.
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Thu, recurring:
8-10 pm ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE, singer-songwriter or band, at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; info / web simulcast at www.kulakswoodshed.com - named for “Best Web Simulcast” in “The Best of 2008 / Top Ten” in FolkWorks, at www.folkworks.org/content/view/35788/166. All artists donate their performances; venue is supported by donations, and asks $10 per attendee in lieu of a cover charge.
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Thu; repeats every Thu:
CALJAS ARTISTS WEEKLY JAZZ PERFORMANCE NIGHT at Hip Kitty Jazz / Fondue, 502 W First St (in the Packing House complex), Claremont 91711; www.hipkittyjazz.com; 909-447-6700. It’s a new venue, said to be beautiful, serving food, beer & wine, 25 mins E of Pasadena off the 210 Fwy. The venue is part of the newly-renovated Claremont Packing House. Proprietress Nancy Tessier’s father, Refugio "Coco" Lopez, plays alto, and she wanted her club to feature an array of jazz singers. This led to a fortuitous connection with Dale Boatman, founder and president of the California Jazz Arts Society. CalJAS is a powerful force in bringing some of the best jazz artists in Southern California, especially singers, to restaurants, clubs and other performance spaces in eastern Los Angeles County and the Inland Empire, an area that previously had relatively few opportunities for jazz musicians to perform.
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Thu, every week:
8:30 pm LIVE MUSIC (artists tba) at the Cowboy Palace Saloon, 21635 Devonshire St (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. Live music 7 nights a week, sometimes acoustic, sometimes electric. Preceded by free line dance lessons with Marie, 7-8:30 pm. Happy hour 4-7 pm, M-F. No cover.
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Thu, second Thu, every month:
9-11 pm AMY CLARKE & Friends play their monthly benefit show at Café Muse, 6547 Santa Monica Bl, Hollywood 90038; 323-464-MUSE; www.cafemusela.com. Amy Clarke and select rotating guest artists perform original works by candlelight in the “urban zen” setting of Café Muse.
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3-time ASCAP award-winning indie singer-songwriter, synth keyboardist & “dramatic piano enchantress” Amy Clarke hails from Washington, DC and has performed around the country from the White House to the Viper Room. Relocating to LA last year after a 4 year residency in NYC (where she produced and released her first EP & played regularly at The Bitter End, Rockwood Music Hall, M Shanghai Den & Caffe Vivaldi), Clarke now plays at The Derby, Tangier, Talking Stick, Genghis Cohen, & The Verity Room, and on the festival circuit (SXSW, SPMT, Burning Man). A soul-singer, lifelong pianist and graduate of Georgetown’s School of Foreign Service, Clarke’s talent, political savvy and global awareness infuse her artistic vision with unique depth and powerful resonance. Her music (featured on TV, radio, & internet) is an eclectic, alternative blend of classical, celtic, pop, rock, blues, new age & electronic rhythms, and her piano work is intricate. More at www.amyclarke.com and www.myspace.com/amyclarke
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Venue has “tasty vegetarian & non-vegetarian menu, organic coffee, tea, & free wi fi.” Suggested donation for artists and a designated non-profit at each show; otherwise, no cover.
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Thu, every week:
9 pm BEGINNERS SON JAROCHO CLASS with CESAR CASTRO from VeraCruz, at Cal Poly Downtown Center, 300 2nd St, Pomona (Arts Colony). Learn to play jarana, string instrument from Veracruz; dance Zapateado; sing & compose sones (songs); gain knowledge of Son Jarocho music. For children, teens & adults. Venue has a mic and stage lights. Info, www.myspace.com/besskepp. $3 cover.
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Thu, every Thu; on web radio:
9 pm “FREIGHT TRAIN BOOGIE” radio show from Northern Cal, on KRCB 90.9 and 91.1 FM on Sonoma County’s only public radio station; features live performance-interviews; simulcast on the web at www.krcb.org/listen/listen.html. You can ask the host or the guests questions or make comments at frater@freighttrainboogie.com.
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Thu; every Thu:
9:30 pm PRESTON SMITH & THE CROCODILES at Bartwist, 48 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia; www.bartwist.com. Expect a good time and dancing’, from honky-tonk to Elvis. Venue has food and full bar. No cover.
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‘Tis the day feared by triskadecaphobians, for the second month in a row!
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TONIGHT is the annual “ART NIGHT PASADENA,” with many events in Old Town and the surrounding area. Includes performance venues, art galleries, theaters, museums, and more. Only the events that are advertised as including music are listed in the Guide. Free shuttle service connects most of the venues and events. In past years, additional activities have been scheduled without a lot of notice. Info on participants, 626-744-7076; www.artnightpasadena.org.
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Pasadena's cultural institutions open their doors for FREE during ArtNight Pasadena, offering the public a rich sampling of quality art, artifacts and music within the city along with free shuttle service. ArtNight is an ongoing partnership among many cultural institutions and the Cultural Affairs Division of the City of Pasadena offered every October and March. The event is sponsored by the Pasadena Arts & Culture Commission. Free.
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Fri & Sat, Mar 13 & 14; in Ohio:
19th annual “HIBERNIAN ST. PATRICK’S FESTIVAL” at The Sullivam Center at Central Catholic High School, Toledo, Ohio, features live Irish Music all day, Irish dancers, Irish food, Irish beverages, Irish vendors and irish baked goods, Kid's Corner with games and a clown, fun for all ages. A traditional Irish celebration of St. Patrick, with an "All Things Irish" Art Fair. Students from all around the region submit art work. Adult tix $6, or get admission all day Saturday by attending the memorial Mass at 11 am. Raffle for a trip to Ireland for two is drawn Sat, Mar 14. Get raffle tix at www.tolaoh.com. Raffle tix $10 each, only 1,200 tix sold.
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Fri, Mar 13:
10-10:45 am LEGACY brings Irish music & dance with BARBARA GERSHMAN on hammer dulcimer & PATTY McCOLLOM on “many instruments,” at the
Women's Club of San Pedro, 560 N Western Av, San Pedro. More at www.musicbypatty.com. Visitors welcome, $10 admission.
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Fri, every week, on web radio:
5 pm (Pacific) “RALPH’S BACK PORCH” broadcast from Texas, usually has live in-studio western music guests; call-in number to chat with Ralph and guests, 347 215 8849; catch the show at www.blogtalkradio.com/ralphsbackporch.
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Fri, every week:
5:30-10 pm “MONROVIA FAMILY FESTIVAL” along Myrtle Av, in old downtown Monrovia. It’s year-round and weekly, a street festival and farmers market, that’s been running 17 years. KATTYWOMPUS STRING BAND plays at 412 S Myrtle Av; contact Jennifer Ranger, 877-365-5744. RON ELY does authentic and original maritime songs most weeks, usually at Myrtle Av & Colorado or Myrtle Av and Lemon Av, on the North end of the festival. Artist’s info, www.myrecordlabel.net/ronely. There’s lots of other music throughout old town Monrovia, several acoustic performers each week – singer-songwriters, duos or bands – plus specialty vendors, lots of food, and local merchants. Event is large during the summer when it includes a carnival (rock climbing wall, balloon man, bubble man, petting zoo, pony rides, etc.) It scales-down from 4 blocks to 2 blocks during winter months, following the Christmas holidays. Myrtle Av exit, N of 210 Fwy, free parking, free event.
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Fri, every week:
6-9 pm DAVE OSTI and DEANNA COGAN jam-out on acoustic classic rock tunes every Friday at the Mayan Bar, 311 W Foothill Bl, Monrovia.
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Fri, every week:
6-8 pm OPEN MIC at Fendi's Café, 539 East Bixby Rd (near Atlantic), Long Beach; 562-424-4774.
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Fri, Mar 13; in Tehachapi:
7 pm PAT STRONG TRIO brings acoustic folk and blues to Mama HillyBeans Coffee & Community, 426 E Tehachapi Bl, Tehachapi; www.mamahillybeans.com; 661-822-BEAN. Venue has great ambience, and food "made from scratch and about 95% organic." Traveling acts have varying admission prices; check venue's web site.
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Fri, 2nd Fri, every month in 2008; in Seaside:
7-9 pm “KIKI WOW & FRIENDS” at Borders Books & Music, 2080 California St, Seaside 93955. For all of you have clamored to know “Whatever happened to Kiki Wow?” – just take drive up the coast, and you can see and hear for yourself.
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Fri, every Fri:
MISS MICKEY CHAMPION at the Ritz-Carlton Huntington Hotel bar, 1401 S Oak Knoll Av, Pasadena; 626-568-3900. L.A.’s legendary blueswoman plays an every-Fri & Sat residency. Artist info: www.mickeychampion.net. Start time varies; call venue.
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Fri, Mar 13:
8 pm SLIGO RAGS, named in FolkWorks among L.A.’s “Best of 2008 / Top Ten” bands, perform at the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue - The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; reserv 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. They played radio’s “Tied to the Tracks” on St. Patrick’s Day, 2007, at the time they had EIGHT of the Top Ten songs on one Celtic Music Chart. No other artist or band repeated even once anywhere in the Top 100. And they earned a “Listener Favorite” on radio’s “TttT.” Venue impresario Bob Stane says, “Such a talented group. Drawing big crowds without it bein’ a wake. As usual, they’ve been winning awards, but modest they are.”
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Two-time winners of the “Orange County Music Awards” for “Best Folk Band,” this dynamic ensemble presents Celtic Folk with a decidedly bluegrass attitude. Using fiddle, acoustic guitar, electric bass, and percussion, Sligo Rags is taking the local and not-so-local Celtic music scene by storm. Their debut studio recording, "The Night Before the Morning After," still gets international airplay, and was called "the best I've heard from a stateside band" by Celtic Beat Magazine. Says the San Diego Troubadour, "This band can light up an atmosphere as dim as the Guinness stout you just ordered at the bar... Sligo Rags really know their Celtic music." Don't be surprised if elements of country, gypsy jazz, and swing manage to sneak their way into the act. Bob Stane adds, “Much fun. This is money-back, no-questions-asked-if-you-are-not-thrilled. Bring friends. Dynamic, up tempo, multi-talented. A fusion that just crackles.” $18.
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Fri, Mar 13:
8 pm “ART NIGHT PASADENA” at the Central Library, 285 E Walnut St Pasadena 91101; info, 626-744-7076; www.artnightpasadena.org.
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Celebrate “ONE CITY, ONE STORY,” including 2009's “THE HUMMINGBIRD'S DAUGHTER” by LUIS ALBERTO URREA at a Mexican Fiesta with music, dancing, storytelling, crafts and more. Performances at the library include MICHAEL HERALDA’s “AZTEC STORIES.” He has performed excerpts on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” drawing from Native American Indian legends and folklore to explore themes of reverence for the earth and spirituality. More at www.aztecstories.com
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Pasadena's cultural institutions, including numerous galleries and museums, open their doors for FREE during ArtNight Pasadena, offering the public a rich sampling of quality art, artifacts and music within the city along with free shuttle service. Events with music are listed in the Guide. ArtNight is an ongoing partnership among many cultural institutions and the Cultural Affairs Division of the City of Pasadena offered every October and March. The event is sponsored by the Pasadena Arts & Culture Commission. Free.
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Fri, Mar 13:
“ART NIGHT PASADENA” with the PASADENA SYMPHONY at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium, 300 E Green St, Pasadena; 626-793-7172. The symphony rehearses their upcoming concert, “REBIRTH!” featuring stunning pieces from Vivaldi (The Four Seasons: Spring), Copland (Appalachian Spring), and Schumann (Spring Symphony). The concert is tomorrow, and tickets start at $20; the rehearsal tonight, as part of Art Night, is free.
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Pasadena's cultural institutions, including numerous galleries and museums, open their doors for FREE during ArtNight Pasadena, offering the public a rich sampling of quality art, artifacts and music within the city along with free shuttle service. Events with music are listed in the Guide. ArtNight is an ongoing partnership among many cultural institutions and the Cultural Affairs Division of the City of Pasadena offered every October and March. The event is sponsored by the Pasadena Arts & Culture Commission. Free.
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Fri, Mar 13:
“ART NIGHT PASADENA” brings “SHIKI: FOUR SEASONS OF ART” to the SHUMEI ARTS COUNCIL OF AMERICA, at 2430 E Colorado Bl, Pasadena, 626-584-8841; www.shumeiarts.org. Enjoy four seasons of traditional Japanese art, celebrating the spirit of Nature: Taiko drums, Koto-strings, the Art of Tea, and Calligraphy.
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Pasadena's cultural institutions, including numerous galleries and museums, open their doors for FREE during ArtNight Pasadena, offering the public a rich sampling of quality art, artifacts and music within the city along with free shuttle service. Events with music are listed in the Guide. ArtNight is an ongoing partnership among many cultural institutions and the Cultural Affairs Division of the City of Pasadena offered every October and March. The event is sponsored by the Pasadena Arts & Culture Commission. Free.
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Fri, Mar 13:
8 pm DANU brings traditional Irish music to Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts, 12700 Center Court Dr, Cerritos; 562-916-8501; 800-300-4345; tix, 562-467-8818; www.cerritoscenter.com. The current edition of FolkWorks says, “The Oireachtas Festival in Dungarvan, County Waterford in November 1994 was the first place where the first members of Danu met up. Benny McCarthy, Donal Clancy and Donnchadh Gough from County Waterford with Dubliner Daire Bracken were invited at this time to the renowned festival in France, Lorient Inter-Celtic Festival. The band was named Danu, after the Celtic Goddess, by good friend Trisha Hutton. This was the simple beginning to what was to become one of the most important Traditional Irish ensembles of recent years.” More at www.folkworks.org and at www.danu.net
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Fri, Mar 13; in Thousand Oaks:
8 pm THE IRISH ROVERS play the “Live From The Plaza” series, co-presented by the Civic Arts Plaza Foundation, at Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, Fred Kavli Theatre, 2100 E Thousand Oaks Bl, Thousand Oaks; 805-449-2787. Info, YouTube video, & tix, at www.toaks.org/cap/tickets/events/event.asp?eventID=1267
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These international ambassadors of Irish music have charmed and entertained people around the world, and continue to delight audiences with their exciting stage shows. The Irish Rovers have never lost their timeless ability to deliver a rollicking, rousing performance of good cheer that will have you singing and clapping along.
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Group and "Friends" discounts available; individual tix available at the Civic Arts Plaza Box Office (above link) or at Ticketmaster. Individual tix prices shown include $4 facility charge: $49, $44 & $34.
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Fri, every week:
8-10:30 pm THE PLOUGHBOYS play an every-Friday residency at the Tam O'Shanter, 2980 Los Feliz Bl, Los Feliz 90039; www.lawrysonline.com/tamoshanter_gen_info.asp; 323-664-0228. Venue serves ale & sandwiches. Band member Mark Romano says, “Great food, drinks, dancing, and of course, music!” More at www.theploughboys.com. All ages, no cover.
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Fri, every week:
8-10 pm ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE, singer-songwriter or band, at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; info / web simulcast at www.kulakswoodshed.com - named for “Best Web Simulcast” in “The Best of 2008 / Top Ten” in FolkWorks, at www.folkworks.org/content/view/35788/166. All artists donate their performances; venue is supported by donations, and asks $10 per attendee in lieu of a cover charge.
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Fri, every week:
9 pm LIVE MUSIC (artists tba) at the Cowboy Palace Saloon, 21635 Devonshire St (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. Live music 7 nights a week, sometimes acoustic, sometimes electric. Preceded by free line dance lessons with Marie, 7-9 pm. No cover.
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Fri, Mar 13:
10 pm-1 am “ART NIGHT PASADENA” presented by Pasadena Jazz Institute, Paseo Colorado, 260 E Colorado Bl, Suite 206, Pasadena; 626-398-3344; www.artnightpasadena.org.
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It’s the Art Night After-Party, “CHASIN' the TRANE,” as L.A.'s finest saxophonists celebrate the music of JOHN COLTRANE. Food and drink specials all night.
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Pasadena's cultural institutions open their doors for FREE during ArtNight Pasadena, offering the public a rich sampling of quality art, artifacts and music within the city along with free shuttle service. ArtNight is an ongoing partnership among many cultural institutions and the Cultural Affairs Division of the City of Pasadena offered every October and March. The event is sponsored by the Pasadena Arts & Culture Commission. Free.
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Sat & Sun, Mar 14 & 15; in Seattle:
“IRISH FESTIVAL SEATTLE” at Seattle Center, Seattle, WA, features non-stop Irish music, singing, dancing, workshops, lectures, cultural displays, booths selling Irish and Celtic products, children's contests and activities, genealogy workshops, Irish language workshops, and more. Family-oriented activities include Irish Musicians along with champion Irish stepdancers. Events for children include the “Smilingest Irish Eyes Contest” and the “Most Irish-Looking Face Contest.” Contemporary Irish short films are screened during the “Irish Reels Film Festival.”
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Sat; recurring:
8-10:30 am FREE ACOUSTIC CONCERT at Strings Music Store, 146 N Glendora Av, Ste 101, Glendora 91741; 626-914 4100. Sometimes featuring VIN FIZ FLYER. Another in a series of MORNING concerts. Free entertainment, tips only, in a great place, with nice people and good music. Vin Fiz Flyer tells us, “Old town Glendora is a kinda sleepy small Midwest town plopped into Southern California. These early morning concerts sound like a wacky idea, but they’re well-attended by musicians as well as music lovers! A car club meets at the Cafe next door every Saturday for breakfast, and they park their assorted ‘babies’ out front for you to peruse too. Come on by and start your weekend out right.” Check with venue to see if there is a concert scheduled for today.
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Sat, Mar 14:
11 am-5 pm “ARTTalk FESTIVAL” includes music, and is a free, all-ages, six-hour performance marathon event in The Branson at Boston Court Performing Arts Center, 70 N Mentor Av, Pasadena 91106; www.bostoncourt.org; 626-683-6883. Presented by the Playhouse District Association and the venue, ARTTalk, features cutting-edge word and theatrical performances, music, dance, and film. The presenters tell us, “ARTTalk features some of Los Angeles' most established and emerging performers.” Free.
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Sat, repeats every week:
11 am-12:30 pm “PACIFIC SONGWRITERS WORKSHOP” with G. F. MLELY, at Theater & Cabaret, 1535 Termino Av, Long Beach 90804. Info, Billie Kalua, songwriters@jazcraft.net or 562-494-9627. Ongoing, began Mar 31, 2007. $15 per workshop, minimum 4 workshops payable in advance; pre-registration required.
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Sat, Mar 14:
Noon-5 pm “ROCKSTAR PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP” with GILLI MOON in Sherman Oaks; address given with registration. It’s “a workshop for musicians, singer-songwriters and singers who want to get solid advice and practical techniques on how to own the stage, deliver a great show and rock the house. Rock stars or budding rock stars out there - ever feel like you want to brush up on how you deliver your show on stage without fumbling in front of an audience?”
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Saturdays, on web radio:
Noon-1 pm “UNSIGNED MUSIC SHOW” on WPMD with TEE-M and MIKE STARK is “a genre-busting show, where the UNsigned Revolution is on.” On the web at http://wpmd.org. Mike and TEE-M spin CDs 11 am-noon “from cutting-edge indie artists and bands,” (acoustic and electric) then welcome guests at noon, usually for all-acoustic live performances. The show rebroadcasts through the week; check site for details.
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Sat, Mar 14; in the OC:
1-4 pm “FREE COMMUNITY JAM” co-sponsored by The Living Tradition and Southern California Dulcimer Heritage, at Mo's Music, 121 N Harbor (at Amerige), Fullerton 92832; info, 714-267-4567. Organizers say, “Stop by, bring an instrument. For fretted and hammered dulcimer players and ALL acoustic instruments.
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Saturdays, on web radio:
1-3 pm “CONTINENTAL DRIFT” Celtic and British Isle folk show, on KUSP in Santa Cruz, includes live performance-interviews with host CINDY ODOM on her long-running show. From the highlands of Scotland to the midlands of England and beyond, it’s traditional and contemporary music from Ireland and the other British Isles, with Celtic lore and Celtic-influenced folk and ethnic music from Europe and North America. Info, playlists, and web simulcast at www.kusp.org.
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Sat, Mar 14:
2 pm DAN JANISCH solo acoustic at Echo Curio, 1519 Sunset Bl, Echo Park. On the bill with him are Kepi Ghoulie, & Kevin Seconds. DAN JANISCH has performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” More at www.danjanisch.com and www.myspace.com/danjanisch.
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Sat, 2nd Sat, every month; in Tehachapi:
2-5 pm Monthly “FIDDLE JAM” at Veterans Hall, 125 East F Street, Tehachapi. Second Sat, every month. Info: Leslie Schoenberg, California State Old Time Fiddlers Association, District 3, 661-821-0800. Every second Saturday, fiddlers and pickers are all welcome to join in the fun and learn some new fiddle tunes. All ages welcome as well as those who want to listen and tap their toes; www.tehachapi.com.
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Saturdays, alternate Saturdays, on web radio:
2 pm (Pacific) “ACOUSTIC HARMONY,” hosted by Mark Michaelis, from WGDR at 91.1 FM in the Green Mountains of Vermont, simulcast at www.wgdr.org. Mark sometimes hosts folk and acoustic renaissance artists in-studio for all-acoustic performance-interviews. He says, “The focus is on contemporary and traditional folk, singer-songwriters and local artists, but a little of anything and everything might creep-in. Whether it's Celtic, bluegrass, world music or even rock or blues, as long as it's got beautiful harmonies and melodies you might here it here on a Saturday afternoon.” More info, playlists, and archived performance-interviews at www.acoustic-harmony.com.
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Saturdays, on web radio:
3-5 pm (Pacific) “A PRAIRIE HOME COMPANION” always features live performances and skits and stories with host GARRISON KEILLOR, a regular cast of recording artists, and guests, whether broadcasting from various live venues across America, or from its home base in Minnesota. This initial “live” broadcast tiume each weekend is standard everywhere, though repeat times vary by station. In L.A., the show is broadcast on KPCC 89.3 FM, and repeats Saturday night, 6-8 pm and Sunday Noon-2 pm. But if you’re in L.A., it’s much better to find a web simulcast from somewhere; that’s because KPCC has no other music shows and they do not know how to control the levels for music performances, causing frequent peaking and signal cut-out.
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Sat, Mar 14:
4-6 pm TIM TEDROW & TERRY VREELAND with special guests JOEY VREELAND and the REVEREND MARK on bass, at Sierra Cup, 409 S Myrtle Av, Monrovia. Tim & Terry tell us, “This has become one of our favorite places to play, so come join us for a couple hours of good music on the patio (it's an outdoor setting - in the event of rain we won't be there). Hope to see you.” Venue has tasty light fare, ice cream & yougurt and coffeehouse beverages. No cover.
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Sat, recurring:
4-6 pm SHAPE NOTE / SACRED HARP, “The Learners Group” in Santa Monica. Call Laura for location: 310-450-3516.
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Sat, 2nd Sat, every month; in Lake Elizabeth & web simulcast:
5-10 pm “EAST OF NOWHERE JAM & POTLUCK” at a private residence in Lake Elizabeth 93532; call for info & directions, 661-724-1064. Sponsors say, “Bring your axe, your voice, your ears and something to eat and/or drink. We’ll have a ball!” For the first time, the monthly event will be simulcast on the web, at http://lakesandvalleys.camstreams.com.
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Sat, every week:
6:30-10:30 pm Weekly BLUEGRASS CONCERT at Me n’ Ed’s Pizza Parlor, 4115 Paramount Bl (at Carson), Lakewood; 562-421-8908.
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Sat, 2nd Sat, every month; in the OC:
6:30 pm Blues legend BERNIE PEARL plays a monthly duet show with pianist DWAYNE SMITH at Iva Lee's in San Clemente. This is Bernie & Dwayne’s every-second Saturday show, and Bernie usually plays this one electric. He was great performing live acoustic on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks” in March 2007. Artist info, www.berniepearl.com.
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Sat & Sun, Mar 14 & 15:
DAN ZANES at UCLA Live, Royce Hall, UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A. UCLA ticket office: 310-825-2101 or www.uclalive.org. The 2007 Grammy Award winner for “Best Musical Album for Children,” Dan brings his Brooklyn-based band and special guests to present a concert celebrating the sounds and colors of Los Angeles and its “indigenous” music, from hip-hop to classic Disney tunes, in a rollicking, all-ages dance party.
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Sat, Mar 14:
7 pm ANNIE MOSCOW acclaimed poet-pianist-recording artist, joined by STEVIE GOLD, at the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue - The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; info www.coffeegallery.com; reserv 626-398-7917. ANNIE MOSCOW is called things like: “Whimsical. Daring. Funny. Poignant and Powerful.” Author Diane Rappaport says, “The songs of Annie Moscow tap into the aspirations of every man/woman... to recapture the dreams and inspirations that initially drove them in their youth, a desire to tap into their creativity... and show them that it is always possible to connect.”
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When Annie Moscow sits down at the piano, she takes her audience on a powerful and unexpected journey through the world in which we live. With a background in theater and classical piano, it’s a musical adventure into both familiar and unexplored territory.
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STEVIE GOLD, Annie Moscow’s collaborator, joins her tonight. Gold has traveled the world as keyboard player for Sister Sledge, Billy Paul, Donna Summer and many others. Together, Moscow and Gold have written music for film, television and a variety of recording artists ranging from Sarah Vaughn to Mickey Mouse - really! In 2007, one of their songs recorded by Mickey Mouse became a top-selling Disney audio greeting card). In 1992, Moscow and Gold penned the hit song, “All of My Love” for Kathy Sledge, whose album went to #1 on the Billboard charts.
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In 2001, Annie Moscow released her first solo CD, “Wolves at My Door” about the midlife shattering of illusions. In a feature article on Moscow and her music, the Washington Post wrote, “Annie Moscow is breaking all of the rules.” Moscow recently completed a two-week run of a one-woman show at the Herberger Theater in Phoenix, Arizona, and is currently at work on her third CD. This March will be her first tour through California and she tells us she is “very much looking forward” to her first appearance at The Coffee Gallery Backstage. $18.
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Sat, Mar 14:
7 pm monthly “GRASSROOTS ACOUSTICA” presents “THE HOOTMASTERS' EDITION” with performing host MARK ISLAM at the Talking Stick Coffee Lounge, 1411 Lincoln Bl, Venice 90291. This edition presents many of Southern Cal's “recurring showcase series” hosts, including TOM GRAMLICH & BYRON PFEIFER, BEN CARR, DANIEL McFEELEY, ERNEST TROOST, JANE BOLDUC, JEFF KOSSACK, JOHN STOWERS, LAUREN ADAMS, MARK “POCKET” GOLDBERG, MERRILY WEEBER, RANDALL KIRBY, RANDY SACKS, RICHARD RIQUE PATIRE, & STEVE KEY. Come early for a 4:30 pm pre-show meet & greet. Mark's shows always raise money for a selected charity. This month it’s The National Multiple Sclerosis Society Southern California Chapter. To date Mark has raised $12,944 for a plethora of deserving organizations. Dan McFeeley adds, “So come, have fun, make the world a better place!” Venue has good sandwiches and salads, coffeehouse beverages. No cover, but it is a charity benefit.
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Sat, Mar 14; not music, but cool:
7-10 pm LALO GARCIA at NELAart “Second Saturday Gallery Night” at the Southwest Museum, 234 Museum Dr, Mt Washington / Highland Park 90065; www.southwestmuseum.org; info, www.swmfuture.org or 323-221-2164, x 221. Join artist LALO GARCIA for night of great art, conversation, Mexican Hot Chocolate and pan dulce. Born in La Cieneguita, a small rancho in the state of Michoacan, Mexico, and raised since the age of 13 in the San Fernando Valley, north of downtown Los Angeles, celebrated artist Lalo Garcia has spent 35 years immersed in the world of art. Garcia's love for his Native culture combined with his faith and commitment to preserving the folklore of Mexico are all reflected in his unique work. Garcia's work has been permanently placed in sacred spaces throughout Los Angeles and the United States. Currently, Garcia is one of eleven commissioned artists selected by the Archdiocese of Los Angeles to create artwork for the Los Angeles Cathedral of the Angels, a major historic landmark. Lalo's artwork will be complimented by sculpture by celebrated artist LUIS VILLANUEVA. Free.
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Sat, recurring; in the OC:
7-9 pm JUST PLAIN FOLKS ORANGE COUNTY Group Singing; for info & loc, go to www.JPFolks.org.
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Sat, Mar 14; in Tehachapi:
7 pm JAMES LEE STANLEY plays a CD RELEASE SHOW at Mama HillyBeans Coffee & Community, 426 E Tehachapi Bl, Tehachapi; www.mamahillybeans.com; 661-822-BEAN. JAMES LEE STANLEY has performed live several times on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” He is a fine songwriter who has collaborated and performed with a who’s-who of the music world. One of his CDs is listed among “The Top 200 Albums of All Time.” Venue has great ambience, and food "made from scratch and about 95% organic." Traveling acts have varying admission prices; check venue's web site. Tix $12 adv, $15 door.
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Sat, Mar 14:
7:30 pm PASADENA SYMPHONY performs “REBIRTH!” featuring stunning pieces from Vivaldi (THE FOUR SEASONS: SPRING), Copland (APPALACHIAN SPRING), and Schumann (SPRING SYMPHONY), at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium, 300 E Green St, Pasadena; 626-793-7172. Jorge Mester, Music Director. Tix at box office, noon-6 pm , M-F and weekend of show, and at the usual places. $20-$60; $10 for children, students, seniors.
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At 6:30 pm, prior to each Pasadena Symphony concert, your symphony ticket allows you to attend the “Insights” series, featuring leading musicologists who give entertaining and informative talks about the works performed that night, o help draw audiences into the performances. “Insights” include historical background on the composers and the periods in which they lived.
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Sat, every week:
7:30-10:30 pm GRATEFUL DUDES weekly bluegrass concert at Vincenzo’s Pizza, 24500 Lyons Ave, Newhall; 661-259-6733. (Lyons exit, just off I-5.) This a long-running series, often, with very impressive performing guests.
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Sat; every Sat:
7:30 pm “RANCH PARTY” evening of country & Americana roots music performances, on the West Patio Stage, Original Farmers Market, 3rd & Fairfax, L.A. Presented by EB’s Beer & Wine Bar. New in April, 2008. Performers have included DAVID SERBY, GRANT LANGSTON, 29 MULES, BOB WOODRUFF, OLD BULL, PSYCHEDELIC COWBOYS, PAUL CHESNE, NICOLE GORDON, and BUCKSWORTH. Parking: 2 hours free with validation from EB’s Beer & Wine Bar. $3 for the third hour; $1 for each additional 20 minutes; $15 max. Addt’l parking at The Grove, next door. Get validation for their structure from Grove merchants. No cover.
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Sat, Mar 14; in Thousand Oaks:
7:30 pm “ALL SHOOK UP - The Ultimate Tribute to the King” presented by Cruisin' Oldies Concerts at the Janet and Ray Scherr Forum Theatre, Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 E Thousand Oaks Bl, Thousand Oaks; 805-449-2787.
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It’s Elvis tribute artist MARK W. CURRAN, and THE SUSPICIOUS MINDS SHOW BAND with special guests THE MEMPHIS SOUL SINGERS, returning to the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza Scherr Forum Theater, back by popular demand with Mark’s new high energy show. This exciting presentation highlights the musical history of Elvis, presented in four parts, from his early pioneering Sun Records era, The Movie Years, 1968 Comeback Special, and recreations of the historic ‘70s Aloha and Vegas concerts. Utilizing a unique narrative, multimedia and live performances with five costume changes, this show covers many of The King’s greatest hits, highlighting a phenomenal career that spanned three decades of solid gold.
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MARK W. CURRAN is considered one of the most authentic and dynamic Elvis performers working today and he is a Thousand Oaks favorite. His recent appearances on “The Tyra Banks Show” and the L.A. morning radio with Ryan Seacrest have increased his local fame. More info at www.cruisinoldies.com
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Tix at box office, 805-449-ARTS (2787) or www.civicartsplaza.com or at Ticketmaster, 805-583-8700 or www.ticketmaster.com. Svc chgs may apply: adults $40, srs/students $36, children $20.
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Sat, Mar 14; comedy show, in Thousand Oaks:
7:30 pm JOEL McHALE presented by Live Nation at Fred Kavli Theatre, Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 E Thousand Oaks Bl, Thousand Oaks; 805-449-2787. Hailing from Seattle, Washington, and blessed with Irish and Nordic ancestral roots, Joel McHale is one of the whitest and fairest stars around. Armed with sunscreen, his Mariners jersey and plenty of Wellbutrin, Joel became a cast member on Comedy Central’s “Almost Live!” Following in the footsteps of Patrick Duffy, Joel managed to complete the Actor’s Training Masters Program at The University of Washington where he honed his acting craft, played video games incessantly and discovered his passion: single malt scotch. Finally seeing his day in the sun, Joel took off for Southern California to pursue a future in acting and fell in love…with Korean BBQ. Well satiated with marinated beef, he quickly landed roles on “Will & Grace” and “CSI: Miami.” Now he is the star/ writer / producer of E!’s “The Soup” which satirizes pop culture and current events and attracts over 4 million viewers each week. Obsessed Joel McHale fans or bored people may also recognize him from “Spider-Man 2”, “Pushing Daisies,” and “Lords of Dogtown.” He is also a weekly guest on Adam Corolla’s nationally syndicated radio show and entertains fans around the country with his stand up comedy. Tix at box office, 805-449-ARTS (2787) or www.civicartsplaza.com or at Ticketmaster, 805-583-8700 or www.ticketmaster.com. Includes a $4 facility charge: $43 & $38.
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Sat, every Sat:
MISS MICKEY CHAMPION at the Ritz-Carlton Huntington Hotel bar, 1401 S Oak Knoll Av, Pasadena; 626-568-3900. L.A.’s legendary blueswoman plays an every-Fri & Sat residency. Artist info: www.mickeychampion.net. Start time varies; call venue.
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Sat, Mar 14:
8 pm monthly “ACOUSTIC L.A.-LIVE!” show, this time SUSIE GLAZE plus PAM LOE & CHAD WATSON, and performing hosts SABRINA & CRAIG, at with Hallenbeck's & Cahuenga General Store, 5510 Cahuenga Bl, North Hollywood 91601; 818-985-5916.
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SUSIE GLAZE won the “Just Plain Folks” award in 2006 (with 70,000+ people voting, worldwide) for “Best Roots Album of the Year” for her second CD, “Blue-Eyed Darlin’,” after it captured the prize for “Best Bluegrass Album of the Year” in FolkWorks in 2005. Susie has performed live many times on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” From her role in the original Broadway cast of Roger Miller’s “Big River” to Acoustic L.A.-LIVE!, SUSIE GLAZE is a tried and true bluegrass powerhouse. Bluegrass Unlimited magazine named her "an important voice on the California Bluegrass scene," and “the real deal!” Susie has won the “Topanga Banjo Fiddle Contest” “Traditional Singing” prize. She is “the heart and soul” of 3 critically acclaimed albums. “She can blow the roof off any joint lucky enough to book her.” - Entertainment Weekly.
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PAM LOE & CHAD WATSON - California Country Music Association “Female Entertainer of the Year,” PAM LOE has opened for the likes of Dolly Parton, Garth Brooks, The Judds, and Patty Loveless. She's also toured as lead singer for "The Seekers" (Of "Hey, There, Georgie Girl Fame!)
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CHAD WATSON is a multi-instrument master who has played with Albert Lee, Charlie Rich, and Janis Ian. He's opened for Waylon Jennings, Ernest Tubb, Jerry Jeff Walker, Patty Loveless, and others, and he’s performed on dozens and dozens of recordings, and produced many CDs, as well. Together with PAM LOE, his partner in music and life, they are a magical musical synergy, and delightfully entertaining.
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(Advance notice for the April show, which will bring James Lee Stanley and Jude Johnstone; and (drum roll…) joining Jude is her friend Stephen Bishop.) Venue has sandwiches, soup, salads, coffeehouse beverages. More at www.SabrinaandCraig.com - www.MySpace.com/SabrinaandCraig - www.MySpace.com/AcousticLA - www.MySpace.com/lincmusic. $5 cover.
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Sat, Mar 14:
8 pm PACIFIC COAST BAND plays their FINAL SHOW, plus the “SATURDAY NIGHT VARIETY HOUR,” at Kulak’s Woodshed, 5830-1/2 Laurel Cyn Bl; North Hollywood; live web simulcast at www.kulakswoodshed.com.
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PACIFIC COAST BAND performs “VOICES IN THE WILDERNESS,” a song cycle by Patrick William Horn, Billboard songwriting contest honoree, at 8 pm. Here’s a lyric sample from one of the songs, “Dusk:”
”I’ve been searching so long
For the coda to my song
A perfect ending to a dream
The gentle fade of my theme.”
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It’s the band’s final performance, and they will record a live DVD of the show. So, why is this their last show? They tell us, “We sadly report the recent death of our guitarist, engineer and co-producer, BRUCE GROSSMAN. Tonight’s song cycle, the PACIFIC COAST BAND’s final public performance before a permanent hiatus, was among the projects planned for production (along with vocals for Bruce’s country blues album) in his newly constructed recording studio, MadHatteras. The loss of a true friend and longtime collaborator is a shock, and we honor him tonight in the opening acoustic sing-along medley preceding Duke’s swan song.”
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Following at 9 pm is the “SATURDAY NIGHT VARIETY HOUR” hosted by TOM HUBBARD of WEIRDBROTHER, and Tom reports he has a solo album in production. The hour includes performances by DAVID STONE, JULIE CHADWICK, MICHAEL PENROSE, AVRIL ROY-SMITH, KEN HOLMES, RANDALL KIRBY, WEIRDBROTHER and others.
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No cover, but venue expects a minimum $10 donation. Tonight’s presenters say, “Your gift donation to Kulak’s Woodshed supports indie acoustic music.” And they add, “Special thanks to Joe Goodman, West L.A. Music and the Vedanta Society of Southern California.” More at www.pacificcoastband.com
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Sat, Mar 14:
8 pm CAVA with CLAUDIA GONZALEZ at the Grand Annex, 434 W 6th St, San Pedro 90731. CLAUDIA GONZALEZ reemerges with Cava, a project that combines the sounds of a unique Mexican-American upbringing. A new configuration of Latin powered jazz tinged with Peruvian soul, weaving in and out of cumbia, salsa, Afro-Cuban son taiko and ska beats. The musical influences range from Celia Cruz, Chayito Valdez, & Benny More to Nina Simone, John Coltrane and Billie Holiday. Her ensemble features young musicians. Paniolo Productions Alyssa Archambault says, “Claudia has been featured in L.A. Magazine ‘Tú Ciudad’ as the next up and coming artist to look out for.” She has independently released her new album titled “CAVA.” The L.A. Times says, "CAVA, a bawdy, boisterous and blistering singer-songwriter…." $15 advance.
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Sat, Mar 14:
8 pm TOUMANI DIABATE at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403. Okay, we don’t often list “world music” in the Acoustic Americana Music Guide. But you must see this guy perform. He enchanted us at last year’s Millpond Music Festival. Backstage, we spent much time in his company, and found him to be as much of a charming human being as he is a wonderful musician. The current edition of FolkWorks says, “Toumani Diabaté is one of the most important musicians in Africa. Toumani plays the kora, a harp unique to West Africa with 21 strings; and more than any other kora player it is Toumani who is responsible for bringing this instrument to audiences around the world. He is a performer of truly exceptional virtuosity and creativity - someone who shows that the kora can rival the world's greatest instruments. Toumani was born in Bamako, the capital of Mali, …into a family of exceptional griots (hereditary musician/historian caste); his research shows 71 generations of kora players from father to son.” More at www.folkworks.org and at www.myspace.com/toumanidiabate
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Sat, Mar 14; world music:
8 pm STEFANI VALADEZ ENSEMBLE with Stephanie singing and playing her Ladino, Hebrew & Portuguese, and Middle Eastern favorites “including some new Klezmer instrumentals ala Leo,” at Arbeter Ring / Workmen's Circle, 1525 S Robertson Bl, L.A. 90035; www.circlesocal.org/900.html. With Stefani Valadez on guitar, vocals & percussion; Leo Chelyapov on woodwinds; Nyofu Tyson on Turkish long necked lute (saz) and bass; Jamie Papish on percussion. Jamie has performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks: with Extreme Klezmer Makeover. More at www.stefanivaladezmusic.com and www.myspace.com/stefanivaladezmusic. Tix at door, $20 gen’l, $17 mbrs.
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Sat, 2nd Sat, every month:
8 pm-midnight SONGMAKERS “MISSION HILLS SONG CIRCLE” in the north SFV; for location, contact Bobbi Gore, 818-365-6418; www.songmakers.org.
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Sat, Mar 14; in Lancaster:
8 pm DANÚ brings Irish folk music to the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster; 661-723-5950; www.lpac.org. The current edition of FolkWorks says, “The Oireachtas Festival in Dungarvan, County Waterford in November 1994 was the first place where the first members of Danu met up. Benny McCarthy, Donal Clancy and Donnchadh Gough from County Waterford with Dubliner Daire Bracken were invited at this time to the renowned festival in France, Lorient Inter-Celtic Festival. The band was named Danu, after the Celtic Goddess, by good friend Trisha Hutton. This was the simple beginning to what was to become one of the most important Traditional Irish ensembles of recent years.” More at www.folkworks.org and at www.danu.net. Tix $32 & $27.
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Sat, Mar 14; in Ventura:
8 pm JEAN SYNODINOS plus CHRIS & THOMAS play the Duncan House concert series in Ventura. Reservation gets directions at www.myspace.com/duncanhouseconcerts
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Sat, every week:
9 pm LIVE MUSIC (artists tba) at the Cowboy Palace Saloon, 21635 Devonshire St (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. Live music 7 nights a week, sometimes acoustic, sometimes electric. Preceded by free line / couple dance lessons with Charlotte, 7-9 pm. No cover.
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Sat, Mar 14:
10 pm BOB WOODRUFF followed by DAN JANISCH with his new band, at Taix 321 Lounge, 1911 Sunset Bl, L.A. DAN JANISCH’s new band hasn’t got a name yet; they are finely talented musicians CARL BYRON on keyboards, KEVIN JARVIS (late of Kaedmon) on drums, & RICHARD REDMOND on bass. DAN has performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” More at www.danjanisch.com and www.myspace.com/danjanisch.
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Sat, every week; on TV:
11 pm-12 am "AUSTIN CITY LIMITS" on KLCS (check your cable co.; broadcast TV Ch. 58). Recent editions have happily featured classic Americana artists, rather than the dearth of alt rockers who dominated for several months.
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Sun, recurring:
9 am-1 pm “CLAREMONT FARMER'S MARKET” has live acoustic music in downtown Claremont. RON ELY plays songs of the sea and more on 2nd St between Yale Av and Indian Hill, in old downtown Claremont. Artist’s info, www.myrecordlabel.net/ronely .
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Sun, Mar 15:
9:50-11 am BARBARA GERSHMAN on hammered dulcimer, JILL CASSIDY on Irish whistle, BRAD MOORE on baritone violin and octave mandolin, play for the CELTIC MASS at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 525 E 7th St, Long Beach 90813; info, 714-963-4665.
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Sun, every week:
10 am-2 pm LIVE MUSIC at WEST L.A. FARMERS MARKET, 11360 Santa Monica Bl (at Corinth); www.westlafarmersmarket.com. Includes free raffle for Farmers Market fresh food. A nice, permanent band shell stage and good sound system distinguish this one. Usually the first act performs from 10 or 10:30 am-noon, there’s a second act noon-1 pm, a break for the raffle of market goodies, and the final act performs 1:15-2 pm. This is a well-structured event. Free wifi at the farmers market and throughout the West L.A. Civic Center Plaza, and Free kids crafts table operated by volunteers 9 am-2 pm, both sponsored by West L.A. Neighborhood Council www.wlanc.com. When you are on the plaza with your laptop, select wlancwifi as your free wireless network. Free event. Map to free parking, www.westlafarmersmarket.com/Location.htm.
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Sun, every week:
10 am & 1 pm “GOSPEL BRUNCH” at House of Blues Sunset Strip, 8430 Sunset Bl, West Hollywood; 323-848-5100.
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Sun, every week:
10 am & 1 pm “GOSPEL BRUNCH” at House of Blues Anaheim, 1530 S Disneyland Dr, Anaheim; 714-778-2583.
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Sun, Mar 15; 3rd Sun, every month:
Noon-3 pm SONGSALIVE! monthly “LOS ANGELES WORKSHOP,” with music industry guest speaker JAN LINDER-KODA, at The Finnish Center, 10701 Magnolia Bl (E of Vineland), North Hollywood 91601. Song critique session first half, followed by Guest Speaker JAN LINDER-KODA discussing "Artist Development Through a Good Business Plan."
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Each monthly workshop features a music industry guest speaker, in a setting for songwriters to gather, share their songs, gain feedback and develop relationships within the songwriting community. The first half of each session is an in-the-round workshop, where each writer presents one song, on tape or CD or live. The second half includes the guest speaker and an industry discussion, with time to talk, enjoy coffee and network. Hosted by Paul Lawrence Moyer. Info on guest speaker, or pre-registration, at 310-238-0359 or www.songsalive.org/losangeles for rules, speakers & what to bring. (Event now held on 3rd Sundays, changed from 1st Sundays.) These events start promptly. $5, or free for Songsalive! members.
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Sun, every week:
12:30 pm families; 1:30 pm adults only COMMUNITY DRUM CIRCLES at Rock Rose Gallery/Productions & Arroyo Books, 4108 N Figueroa St, Sycamore Grove; 323-222-4740; rockroseart@yahoo.com; www.rockrosegallery.com. Every Sun; 12:30 pm families, 1:30 pm adults only. Bring your own drum or percussion instrument to the drum circle or use one of those provided by the gallery. Taught by Mr Blue, a versatile artist from New York.
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Sun; 3rd Sun, every month:
1-3 pm Monthly “WESTERN MUSIC ASSOCIATION SOUTHERN CAL JAM SESSION” named in FolkWorks as co-winner of L.A.’s “Best Monthly Listening Room Series” - on the Heritage Court Stage in the Autry National Center (Autry Museum), 4700 Western Heritage Way, Griffith Park; www.museumoftheamericanwest.org; 818-971-5002. WMA California Chapter meeting follows. All performing musicians (whether or not they are Autry members or WMA members) get in free, and each may bring one guest. On WMA jam days at the Autry, all WMA members are admitted free (w/ WMA membership ID) and get access to the jam and to all the museum galleries for the whole day. Award-winning performing songwriter JOYCE WOODSON says, “You can have lunch there at the Golden Spur [café] first, then stop by for some music.” Info on event and participating at www.westernmusic.org. Museum gen’l adm $9 adults, $3 kids age 12 and under.
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Sun, every week:
1-6 pm “BRUNCH AMERICANA” Show hosted by Hillbilly DJ Jeff at The Redwood Bar, 316 W 2nd St, downtown L.A. 90012. It’s a four-act musical afternoon. David Serby has played it, and he tells us, “Get there early for great food and drinks. [It’s] live, independent Western Country Music in Los Angeles!”
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Sun, 3rd Sunday, every month:
1-5 pm SONGMAKERS “EAST VALLEY HOOT” in Van Nuys; for location, contact Barbara Greenspan, EastValleyHoot@songmakers.org or 818-780-5979; www.songmakers.org.
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Sun, recurring:
1:30 pm WELSH CHOIR, for location, contact Rutthy: 818-507-0337.
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Sun, recurring:
3-5:30 pm JAZZ COMPOSERS WORKSHOP at Rock Rose Gallery/Productions & Arroyo Books, 4108 N Figueroa St, Sycamore Grove; 323-222-4740; rockroseart@yahoo.com; www.rockrosegallery.com. Every Sunday.
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Sun, every week:
4-7 pm “IRISH MUSIC SESSION” weekly at Finn McCool, 2702 Main St, Santa Monica; 310-452-1734.
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Sun, every week:
4-7 pm “IRISH MUSIC SESSION” weekly at Auld Dubliner, 71 S Pine Av, Long Beach; 562-437-8300; www.aulddubliner.com.
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Sun, every week:
4-6 pm “BEGINNERS IRISH MUSIC SESSION” weekly at Celtic Arts Center at Theatre Unlimited, 10943 Camarillo St, North Hollywood; 818-760-8322; www.celticartscenter.com.
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Sun, 3rd Sunday, every month:
5-7 pm ONE FOOT IN at Java Joe's, 4973 Yorba Ranch Rd (in strip mall at Yorba Linda Bl & Yorba Ranch Rd), Yorba Linda 92887; 714-970-7988. They are RUSS LEWARK, MICHAEL R. GARDNER & JEFF NEWELL, joined by KEVIN GORE to form the quartet, then by drummer T.J. TARRANCE DeFRIEZ for the big band. They’re a fun rootsy string band, they’ve performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” and they tell us, “We're excited about now doing regular monthly performances at Java Joe's in Yorba Linda… playing in the early evening for those that have to work the next day. Come out and gather with us against the cold, cruel world. We want to sing away your troubles. Bring 'em on down.” As for the venue, the guys say, “Mmmmm, wine & beer & coffee & tea & atmosphere & company at Java Joe's alone is worth the trip. Chuck, the owner, only serves what he likes to drink and his good taste really shows. Come, sit on a comfy couch, have a slosh and groove to the sounds of One Foot In!” New residency, beginning Jan 18, ’09. More at www.onefootin.com
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Sun, Mar 15:
5 pm BILL CUNLIFFE plays the “JAZZ VESPERS” series at All Saints Church, 132 N Euclid Av, Pasadena 91101; 626-583-2725; www.allsaints-pas.org. The series is “a celebration of life, spirit and music.” Child care is provided. Good will offering is accepted. No reservations. Free.
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Sun, every week:
5 pm LIVE MUSIC (artists tba) and WEEKLY COMPLIMENTARY BBQ at the Cowboy Palace Saloon, 21635 Devonshire St (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. (BBQ changed to 5-8 pm, effective July 4.) Live music 7 nights a week, sometimes acoustic, sometimes electric. Preceded by free line dance lessons with Bonnie, 4-6 pm. Every Sunday they “light up the 'ol barbie and throw on anything from marinated tri-tip beef to good 'ol hamburgers. Every BBQ is served with all the fixin's, like baked beans, vegetables, rice, cole slaw, potato salad and more.” They tell us, “If you're looking for something really fun and different to do on Sundays, then head on down to The Cowboy Palace Saloon for dance lessons at 4, mouthwatering BBQ at 5, and a hot country band starting at 6!” No cover.
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Sun, every week; on web radio:
5 pm (Pacific) “MOUNTAIN STAGE,” the long-time NPR roots music show with live performances, hosted by Larry Groce, from the West Virginia University Creative Arts Center in Morgantown, WV. No L.A. broadcast station carries this incredibly popular show (or any other NPR syndicated folk-Americana performance-interview show) but you can find a simulcast from any of many other stations at www.mountainstage.org or get info at 304-293-SHOW.
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Sun, 3rd Sun, every month; in Arroyo Grande:
5:30-8:30 pm "BLUEGRASS JAM SESSION" at the SLO Down Pub, 1200 E Grand Av (at Brisco), Arroyo Grande; 805-481-4015. Hosted by Roger Siminoff; info, siminoff@siminoff.net. All welcome.
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Sun, 3rd Sun, every month:
6-10 pm “GRIMM / BIG FISH / PRO BLUES JAM” at The Big Fish, 5230 San Fernando Rd, Glendale; 818-244-6442. With KATHRYN GRIMM on guitar & vocals, BILL ORR on bass & vocals, FRANKIE SALEMMO on drums. Other musicians take part by invitation from Kathryn, in advance, at grimmmusic@yahoo.com. "Grimm hosts the Pro Blues Jam the third Sunday of each month, to give professionals and amateurs a chance to shine. Her guitar licks are explosive and her singing divine." - Joyce Rudolph, Los Angeles Times. Billy Hulting (Lou Rawls, Patti Labelle, Dwezill Zappa) says Kathryn Grimm "...sings like an angel, plays guitar like the devil." Kathryn tells us, “Bill [Orr] has just started a myspace page for the Big Fish Jam. Pleeeaaasseee go visit, add it to you friends list and keep visiting to view the up-and-comers photos, [and learn about the] music and info about the Best Jam in Town.” It’s at www.myspace.com/bigfishjam.
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Sun, every week:
6-8 pm CLIFF WAGNER & THE OLD NUMBER 7 play a new “Sunday Happy Hour” residency at the Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Bl (between Washington & Venice), Culver City 90230; 310-390-1328; music series hotline 310-250-1317; www.myspace.com/thecinemabar. Venue is 21+. No cover, bring $ for the tip jar. You’ve seen them on TV, as final-round finalists on “America’s Next Great Band,” and they made it to #29 on the Americana charts at the close of 2008. Bluegrass-Americana music and drink specials on the West Side. More at www.oldnumber7.net.
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Sun, Mar 15:
7 pm MUSICANTICA at the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue - The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; info www.coffeegallery.com; reserv 626-398-7917. Roberto Catalano and Enzo Fina, is a Southern Italian duo playing traditional and experimental Folk Music of Mediterranean Italy. MUSICàNTICA offers the finest collection of world music to come out in recent years. Unless you are an Italian native, it's unlike anything you've heard before, with music performed on mostly traditional Italian folk instruments like the launeddas and benas with cow horn (Sardinian cane clarinets), putipù (friction drum), tamburieddhru (frame drum), chitarra battente (ten string Renaissance guitar), mandolin, bouzouki (Greek lute), mule bell collar, sheep bells, and marranzanu (jaw harp).
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Sun, every Sun:
7-8 pm JES HUDAK plays her weekly residency at Café Muse, 6547 Santa Monica Bl, Hollywood 90038; www.cafemusela.com; 323-464-MUSE (6873). JES HUDAK is a singer/songwriter living in Los Angeles. Her weapons of choice are the piano and her voice, and she has been known to wield a guitar from time to time. Her live performance “takes her audience on a journey through laughter and love and sadness and heartbreak. Her voice is powerful and soulful, and her songs are original, emotional, and real.” Artist info, www.jes-hudak.com and www.myspace.com/jeshudak
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Venue serves vegan & omnivore “comfort food,” fruit smoothies and organic coffee & tea beverages. Entertainment (of various kinds) every night, usually beginning 9:30-10 pm, after the shows in the surrounding theatre district. Venue has a beautiful piano and a house guitar for musician use, or bring your own instrument. They say, “We welcome people to come by and play anytime - you never know when the Muses might appear!” They tell us, “We are always looking for piano players & musicians to accompany the singers and spoken word artists (or to come in and jam with us).” Email them to be added to their roster, at TheMuses@CafeMuseLA.com. Early arrival recommended; $5 minimum for table service requested, otherwise, no cover.
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Sun, every week:
7 pm PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP WITH MARC PLATT at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; www.kulakswoodshed.com. Must be a member in advance to gain entry. Limit 10 performers per week. Info, www.kulakswoodshed.com/workshop.shtml. Each week's workshop is $20, with all proceeds to the venue.
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Sun, every week, on radio and web radio:
7-9 pm “FOLKSCENE” is a long-running folk music show from Los Angeles, hosted by ROZ LARMAN on KPFK 90.7 FM in Los Angeles, 98.7 FM in Santa Barbara, and simulcast at www.kpfk.org. Each edition features a long-form performance-interview, recorded live, with a guest recording artist. The show celebrated its 37th year on the air in February 2008. Info on the show and guests, playlists, and tributes to the late co-host HOWARD LARMAN, at www.folkscene.com.
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Sun, every week, on web radio:
7 pm “FLAT CAT RADIO,” hosted by DAVE STRAUSS, features live on-air performance-interviews at www.myspace.com/flatcatradio. It’s a weekly live web-only show focused on Los Angeles-based songwriters of all genres, but the live segment is generally an acoustic performance.
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Sun; third Sun, every month:
8 pm “VARIETY NIGHT,” with a guest recording artist, at Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City; 310-398-2583; www.boulevardmusic.com. Performance by the guest artist, plus the pre-registered open mic-ers. Signups each month begin two Sundays ahead, at 1 pm, and continue until showtime unless all 8 slots are filled in advance. The night always includes a drawing for 2 hrs free studio time at Sunburst Recording for a lucky open mic-er. Performers may purchase a live recording of their stage performance for $8. Website has directions to venue and nearby recommended eateries. $4.
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Sun, Mar 15:
8 pm “FOREVER FLAMENCO!” series continues every first, third and occasional fifth Sunday of the month in 2009, at The Fountain Theatre, 5060 Fountain Av (at Normandie), L.A. 90029; 323-663-1525; www.FountainTheatre.com. With only 80 seats in four rows, The Fountain Theatre is the perfect place to view Flamenco. Each show features a roster of world-class Flamenco dancers, singers and musicians drawn from the rich pool of Flamenco artists in Southern Cal, with additional guest artists brought from San Francisco, Albuquerque and Spain.
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Upcoming dates are all Sundays, at 8 pm: Mar 29; Apr 5 & 19; May 3, 17, 31; Jun 7 & 21; Jul 5 & 19; Aug 2, 16, 30; Sep 6, 13, 27; Oct 4 & 18; Nov 1, 15, 29; Dec 6 & 20.
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Tix $30; secure, on-site parking is $5.
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View more events at http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com, as chronological date listings, and longer “looks ahead.” The Acoustic Americana Music Calendar updates often, and News Features post weekly.
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Current chronological date listings, to August, 2009, are available for
(1) Los Angeles-area acoustic Americana / acoustic renaissance music events, and,
(2) festivals and other events of great note throughout the US and Canada (and sometimes beyond) included in the Guide and in our occasional presentation of “Best-Out-of-Town (Beyond L.A.) Events,” as we update it. THIS Guide edition contains the most current listings, as of the date it was published.
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If you used a specific url to reach this edition of the Guide, THERE MAY BE A MORE RECENT EDITION. Use the basic url - http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com - and check the side bar on the left, to see if more recent editions have been published.
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If you explore our Myspace page and you’re interested in what’s available there, you’ll probably need to use the “view all” button and scroll, then use the “older” button as many times as needed to explore the archives.
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News of the “Tied to the Tracks” radio & TV shows is at www.myspace.com/laacoustic.
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As always, more to come, as we (believe it or not) continue to make updates to all the months of 2009 in the “long look ahead” posts.
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…So many truly fine shows, so few evenings and weekends to see them. With a new spirit of HOPE in America, why not celebrate by going out for a tunefully good time?
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View more events at http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com, where all is presented as chronological date listings, for today/tonight, this week, this month, and longer “looks ahead.” The Acoustic Americana Music Guide updates often, and News Features post weekly.
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(2) festivals and other events of great note featuring acoustic Americana and acoustic renaissance music, THROUGHOUT THE US & CANADA (and sometimes beyond), are included in the Guide, and listed separately in our presentation of “Best-Out-of-Town (Beyond L.A.) Events,” which we publish here from time to time.
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If you don’t see the dates you need in the content bar at left, just scroll it, OR CLICK THE MOST RECENT PAST MONTH for a list of what was published during that month. If you are exploring the ancient “Acoustic Music Calendar & News” archives on our Myspace page, use the “view all” button and scroll, then use the “older” button as many times as needed to explore into the paleozoic.
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If you’re trying to explain this thing to someone who likes real music, just tell ‘em that the Guide’s MOST RECENT EDITIONS as well as our NEWS FEATURES - that’s both the Guide with its event calendars with descriptive write-ups, AND the separately-published News for-and-about acoustic musicians and music - can be found conveniently at
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News of the “Tied to the Tracks” radio & TV shows is at www.myspace.com/laacoustic.
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LINKS:
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If you are considering a vacation to Mexico, here's an informative and fun site for you: www.mexicovacationtravels.com
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“There’s nothing as quiet as night without music, as dark as a night without stars...” - from “THE FIDDLER,” learned from Guy Carawan
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CAJUN PROVERB OF THE MONTH for March:
"Don’t run through life so fast that you forget where you've been!"
(from the Gator Gazette)
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Yes, it’s true -
There are more ACOUSTIC AMERICANA / ACOUSTIC RENAISSANCE music performances EVERY week in the Los Angeles area than the COMBINED TOTAL of ALL OTHER KINDS OF MUSIC!
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