L.A. ACOUSTIC MUSIC FESTIVAL special edition #2

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Sat & Sun, Jun 6-7; the “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK / SHOW OF THE YEAR” in L.A.:
11 am-10 pm both days – The “L.A. ACOUSTIC MUSIC FESTIVAL”
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THIS IS an ENTIRE WEEKEND of musicians who headline all the other festivals, and at a per-day price that’s comparable to a single show at the Hollywood Bowl or the Greek Theatre.
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It offers an AMAZING lineup:
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…the stunningly stellar lineup of THE KINGSTON TRIO, NATALIE MacMASTER, NANCI GRIFFITH, BRUCE COCKBURN, DAVID LINDLEY, RICHARD THOMPSON, SLAID CLEAVES, ELIZA GILKYSON, JIMMY LaFAVE, JOEL RAFAEL BAND, DAVID BROMBERG & THE ANGEL BAND, SARAH LEE GUTHRIE & JOHNNY IRION, THE WOODY GUTHRIE TRIBUTE (RIBBON OF HIGHWAY, ENDLESS SKYWAY), THE REFUGEES, & STONEHONEY,
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WHERE:
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It’s on the Santa Monica Pier, W off Ocean Av (at Colorado), 2 blks S of Santa Monica Bl, Santa Monica; 818-621-8309; more, including full info on PARKING, is at www.laacousticmusicfestival.com
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THIS is THE musical event of the summer in the City of Angels, and it’s a benefit for a great 501(c)3 music charity for kids, the California Acoustic Music Project (CAMP), a nonprofit that returns music education to schools.
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Tix available at the gate and at various vendor sites around town, or at www.laacousticmusicfestival.com (schedules, parking info, and other details there, as well.) Tix by check or cash, call 818-621-8309.
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See Part One of our special feature write-ups on the artists, at http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com or at http://community.nodepression.com/profile/TiedtotheTracks
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Festival runs Noon-10 pm, both days.
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Everyone gets a seat - no standing for hours to listen, no need to sit on the ground!
> GEN’L ADMISSION TIX:
Full Festival (2-day ticket) adult $120, child (age 12 & under) $80;
one day (Sat or Sun) adult $75, child $45.
> PREMIERE SECTION TIX (front-of-house):
Full Festival (2-day ticket) adult $140, child (age 12 & under) $100;
one day (Sat or Sun) adult $85, child (age 12 & under) $55.
> GOLD & SILVER TIX:
Include parking and backstage receptions with artists after the show; available through the Guacamole Fund, at www.guacfund.org
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On Saturday, Jun 6:
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Lineup by day:
BRUCE COCKBURN, NATALIE MACMASTER, RICHARD THOMPSON, THE KINGSTON TRIO, JIMMY LAFAVE, ELIZA GILKYSON, JOEL RAFAEL, & THE REFUGEES
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…quick notes on a few performers who were not already profiled:
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JIMMY LaFAVE has performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” and he’s a must-see performer with must-hear songs.
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BRUCE COCKBURN takes the stage Saturday night, 8:30-10 pm to deliver his full concert set. He is one of Canada’s favorite musicians, a music legend on both sides of the border.
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PLUS,
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10 pm-late “L.A. ACOUSTIC MUSIC FESTIVAL AFTER-PARTY” with all-acoustic sets by CAROLINE AIKEN, KENNY EDWARDS, FREEBO, and special guests, at Rusty's Surf Ranch, 256 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica; 310-393-7386. This happens this weekend, both Saturday & Sunday nights, different artists each night. No cover.
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On Sunday:
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NANCI GRIFFITH AND THE BLUE MOON ORCHESTRA, DAVID BROMBERG & THE ANGEL BAND, DAVID LINDLEY, WOODY GUTHRIE TRIBUTE (RIBBON OF HIGHWAY/ENDLESS SKYWAY), STONEHONEY, SLAID CLEAVES, SARAH LEE GUTHRIE & JOHNNY IRION
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…quick notes on a few performers who were not already profiled:
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SARAH LEE GUTHRIE & JOHNNY IRION take the stage at noon. The granddaughter of Woody Guthrie proves the musical genes were handed-down to yet another generation. Sarah Lee Guthrie and husband Johnny Irion delight festival crowds worldwide and play the prestigious big venues.
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STONEHONEY is a Southern Cal favorite who moved to Austin, making their performances here rare and celebrated.
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DAVID LINDLEY is, without question, one of the world’s great guitarists and multi-instrumentalist string players. He is respected and beloved among fans who include a disproportionate number of fine musicians. He plays at Sunday at 7 pm.
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8:30 pm NANCI GRIFFITH & THE BLUE MOON ORCHESTRA take the stage as the Festival’s closers, and deliver a full concert set, 8:30-10 pm.
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PLUS,
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10 pm-late “L.A. ACOUSTIC MUSIC FESTIVAL AFTER-PARTY” with all-acoustic sets by BLONDE ADDICTION, SWEET TALK RADIO, CATHY-ANNE MCCLINTOCK, and special guests, at Rusty's Surf Ranch, 256 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica; 310-393-7386. This happens this weekend, both Saturday & Sunday nights, different artists each night. No cover.
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Hope to see you at the Festival!
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