Acoustic Americana Music Guide, August 20 to 31 (PLUS Fall events & beyond)

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ACOUSTIC AMERICANA
MUSIC GUIDE
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AUGUST 20 through 31 edition (+ events INTO THE FALL & beyond)
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NEWS FEATURES
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1) KENNY EDWARDS, R.I.P.
2) 11th ANNUAL “AMERICANA MUSIC FESTIVAL & CONFERENCE” WILL DELIVER STELLAR MUSICIANS
3) FOLK-AMERICANA MUSIC ON L.A. RADIO – ADDENDUM TO LAST WEEK’S FEATURE STORY
4) BRAD COLERICK’S “WINE & SONG” SERIES - STILL STRONG IN NEW VENUE
5) WE’D LIKE YOU TO MEET… TONY JOE WHITE
6) Editorial: WHY A SHOW BIZ CAREER CONFUSES HEROES & CELEBRITIES – AND MAKES YOU A TARGET FOR GOSSIP (Part 1)
7) THE GUIDE NEEDS YOUR HELP: “THANK-YOU” GIFTS CHANGE AUGUST 31
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1) KENNY EDWARDS, R.I.P.
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This morning, the McCabe’s website published the following:
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“… we wish to say goodbye to an old friend of McCabe's as KENNY EDWARDS peacefully left this mortal coil last night. Kenny performed at our very first official McCabe's show in 1969 as a member of BRYNDLE (featuring Edwards, ANDREW GOLD, WENDY WALDMAN, & KARLA BONOFF), and was a member of the STONE PONEYS with LINDA RONSTADT (along with our first concert director BOBBY KIMMEL). In addition to continued work with Ms. Ronstatdt, Kenny played with just about everyone in the California rock scene, including EMMYLOU HARRIS, STEVIE NICKS, J.D. SOUTHER, DON HENLEY, BRIAN WILSON, WARREN ZEVON, VINCE GILL, JENNIFER WARNES, LOWELL GEORGE, and many, many more. He was last seen at McCabe's in January when he played our first show of the 2010 season. He was an important part of our history and we remember Kenny and thank him for a lifetime of great music. If you would like to send well wishes to his family, or want to read more about him, please visit his website, www.kennyedwards.com.”
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Just last week, we published news that Kenny was in poor health and needed help from everyone. We at the Guide remember him fondly, and join countless fans who will miss him. We send our best wishes and condolences to his family and loved ones.
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2) 11th ANNUAL “AMERICANA MUSIC FESTIVAL & CONFERENCE” WILL DELIVER STELLAR MUSICIANS
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For four days, Wednesday through Sunday, September 8-11, Nashville will be taken-over not by the red-state-trailer park rock that it foists on us as “country music, but by the 11th annual “AMERICANA MUSIC FESTIVAL & CONFERENCE” at the Nashville Convention Center, plus various performance venues, including the famous Ryman Auditorium, and the Sheraton Nashville Downtown, 623 Union St, Nashville, TN 37219. Festival info, 615-386-6936; www.americanamusic.org.
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We are thrilled that we can bestow a humble “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick from the Guide to anything that’s happening in Nashville. But this event is about real music, and an enormous showing of it.
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Scheduled to perform are SHELBY LYNNE, THE CAROLINA CHOCOLATE DROPS, ROSEANNE CASH, ABIGAIL WASHBURN, CHERRYHOLMES, ELIZABETH COOK, STONE HONEY, 18 SOUTH, BLACK LILLIES, CADILLAC SKY, HAYES CARLL, PETER CASE, CHIP TAYLOR, TONY JOE WHITE, CHARLIE LOUVIN, RAUL MALO, CHUCK MEAD, TOMMY EMMANUEL, MARY GAUTHIER, KEVIN GORDON, RAY WYLIE HUBBARD, WANDA JACKSON, JOHN OATES, EXENE CERVENKA, CHAPMANS, SUSAN COWSILL, KEVIN GORDON, WILL KIMBROUGH, CORB LUND, PAUL BURCH & THE WPA BALL CLUB, RANDY KOHRS BAND, JON LANGFORD & SKULL ORCHARD, MICKY & THE MOTORCARS, OVER THE RHINE, DEX ROMWEBER DUO, STEELDRIVERS, SARA STORER, STONE RIVER BOYS, SWEETBACK SISTERS, PAUL THORN, TRISTEN, WILL KIMBROUGH, TODD SNIDER'S ROCK & ROLL REVUE featuring JASON D. WILLIAMS, DAN BAIRD & FRIENDS, & FRAZEY FORD. They'll be joined by buzz-worthy up and coming acts AMERICAN AQUARIUM, DEFIBULATORS, SHANNON WHITWORTH, FRONTIER RUCKUS, CADILLAC SKY, & SARAH JAROSZ. More artists tba.
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Artists selected to perform underscore Americana's formative place in the world's musical landscape. The the inaugural “Best Americana Album” Grammy, presented to LEVON HELM for his “Electric Dirt” album earlier this year, shows that the genre continues to grow deeper grassroots and gain industry recognition and respect.
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This is really two events in one. The 2010 Americana Music Festival is part of the 11th annual Americana Music Festival & Conference. Each year, the Americana Music Festival & Conference brings together legendary artists and the next generation of rising stars for four days of music and education. For four nights, the Americana Music Festival features approximately 100 live performances in the intimate setting of five downtown Nashville clubs.
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The 11th Annual Americana Music Festival & Conference offers seminars, panels and networking opportunities at the Nashville Convention Center by day, proudly providing Nashville's most educational music industry forum. Each evening, it brings musical showcases at premiere venues like the The Mercy Lounge, Cannery Ballroom, The Station Inn, The Basement, and 3rd & Lindsley. The Festival's capstone is the annual Americana Music Association Honors & Awards at the historic Ryman Auditorium. The ceremony toasts winners in six member-voted best-of-the-year categories and bestows Lifetime Achievement Awards on several honored guests.
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The event is intended to “cover the interests and needs of artists, managers, labels, radio stations, publishers, agents, promoters, retailers, performing rights organizations, legal and business affairs executives, tour-related services, merchandisers, new media and all related allied professionals.”
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JOHN MELLENCAMP, WANDA JACKSON, LUKE LEWIS, GREG LEISZ, & BRIAN AHERN will be honored with Lifetime Achievement Awards at the critically-acclaimed Americana Honors & Awards show, presented by the Gibson Foundation.
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The 2010 Americana Lifetime Achievement Award honorees are JOHN MELLENCAMP, whose songs have influentially combined the blue collar sweat of rock and roll and the humble grit of honky tonk; WANDA JACKSON, the undisputed “Queen of Rockabilly” and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member, whose growling glamour reshaped the role of women in both rock and roll and country; LUKE LEWIS, Chairman of Universal Music Group Nashville, whose visionary commitment to the label’s Lost Highway imprint has created a home for numerous Americana greats; GREG LEISZ, the go-to lap and pedal steel, guitar, mandolin and bass virtuoso who has enriched recordings by Lucinda Williams, Emmylou Harris, Joni Mitchell, Bill Frisell, Whiskeytown, Robert Plant & Alison Krauss and more; and BRIAN AHERN, whose work as a producer includes seminal albums by Emmylou Harris, as well as output from Marty Robbins, George Jones, Anne Murray, Billy Joe Shaver, Rodney Crowell, Jesse Winchester and Ricky Skaggs.
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Mellencamp, Jackson, Lewis, Leisz, and Ahern will be honored in the Songwriting, Performance, Executive, Instrumentalist, and Producer/Engineer Lifetime Achievement categories, respectively.
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All honorees will be present to receive their awards at the 9th Annual AMA Honors and Awards Show (during the 11th Annual conference), on September 9 at the historic Ryman Auditorium in downtown Nashville. The ceremony will feature performances by RODNEY CROWELL, ROSANNE CASH, PATTY GRIFFIN, SAM BUSH, THE AVETT BROTHERS, CORB LUND, WILL KIMBROUGH, SARAH JAROSZ, and more. JIM LAUDERDALE will again serve as master of ceremonies, while BUDDY MILLER will lead the all-star house band.

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Each year, the Americana Music Association honors distinguished members of the music community with six member-voted annual awards and Lifetime Achievement Awards. Presented by the Gibson Foundation, the Honors & Awards are attended by over 2000 artists, music loving fans, and entertainment industry executives in one of America's musical shrines, the historic Ryman Auditorium. The event has been broadcast internationally via Sirius/XM Radio, BBC2, WSM and Voice of America. The Honors & Awards have featured many amazing moments over the years, including Johnny Cash & June Carter Cash's last live performance together, as well as show-stopping appearances by John Fogerty, Lyle Lovett, Rosanne Cash, Solomon Burke, Old Crow Medicine Show, Emmylou Harris, Rodney Crowell, the Avett Brothers, Mavis Staples, Robert Plant, Patty Griffin, Guy Clark, Levon Helm, and many more.
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The Americana Music Association is a professional trade organization whose mission is to provide a forum for the advocacy of Americana music and to promote public awareness of the genre to support the creative and economic viability of professionals in this field. Dedicated to building and promoting the Americana genre and the individuals who participate in that industry, the Americana Music Association works closely with artists, labels, radio stations, retailers, print media, festivals, agents, publishers and more to help organize and build the infrastructure necessary for the Americana genre to achieve success both creatively and financially.
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Wednesday to Saturday’s daytime conference hours are 9 am-5 pm, and the evening festival runs 8 pm-1 am nightly. Rooms at the massive host hotel are nearly sold out.
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Registered attendees have access to sanctioned events including daytime educational panels and forums, all sanctioned evening performances at local venues, and a ticket to the Americana Honors & Awards at the Historic Ryman Auditorium.
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Conference Registration goes up in price on August 20. Right now, it’s $350 for AMA members; $450 for non-members, and that includes a ticket to the critically-acclaimed Americana Honors & Awards show. Individual Americana Honors & Awards Show tix are $55, or $50 with Music Festival wristband: The nighttime festival is open to the general public. Wristbands, good for admission to all venues during the four-day event, are the best bargain in music at $50 in advance, available now.
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If you go, send us your review!
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3) FOLK-AMERICANA MUSIC ON L.A. RADIO – ADDENDUM TO LAST WEEK’S
FEATURE STORY
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In last week’s major feature, we observed, “This has got to be an ‘only-in-L.A.’ story,” and we explored, in detail, the current state of affairs with folk-Americana music on Los Angeles broadcast radio, and its mix of ironies and good-news/bad-news contradictions.
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A point we’ve offered previously, but did not repeat last week, remains key: with 14 million potential listeners, Los Angeles is, by far, the biggest radio market in the US. Yet it remains the one that offers the least diversity, by far, on the broadcast dial – anywhere in America. Even small markets, including Kansas City, Omaha, Oshkosh, and Sheboygan, offer greater diversity, as does the rather sparsely-populated California Central Coast.
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How is it, that with L.A.’s vast population and the most diverse assortment of audiences in America, local broadcast radio is devoid of anything approaching rich diversity?
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Last week, we explored some of that. Back in October, 2008, we looked into that part of the question (web link below).
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For now, things are what they are, and none of us can afford to regard anything (as little as it is, in terms of weekly L.A. broadcast hours of folk-Americana music) as something that’s safe. It isn’t.
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KPFK’S LATEST PLEDGE DRIVE (they do seem to be endless these days) IS THIS WEEKEND. That station’s sole surviving pair of folk-Americana music shows must do well, yet again, in the station’s fund-drive, or they may be gone. Those shows are MARY KATHERINE ALDIN’S “ALIVE & PICKING,” Saturdays from 6-8 am, and ROZ LARMAN’S “FOLKSCENE,” Sundays from 6-8 pm, both on KPFK 90.7 FM in Los Angeles, simulcast at 98.7 FM in Santa Barbara and on the web, where you can learn more, at www.kpfk.org
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After this gauntlet of support-it-or-else, comes KCSN’s pledge drive, due in a few weeks. The Guide will attempt to get a statement from that station’s management regarding its stated lack of commitment to its only remaining hosted (non-automated) programming – that being its weekend folk-Americana lineup of shows that begin at 11 am on Saturdays. KCSN broadcasts at 88.5 FM in the parts of L.A. where it can be heard – chiefly, the San Fernando Valley, spotty on the West Side and downtown, absolutely unavailable in Pasadena, the San Gabriel Valley, or anywhere to the well-populated east. Their schedule is at www.kcsn.org.
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We’ll keep you posted, whether or not we can get a statement from KCSN regarding their ongoing format changes, and whether – regardless of what happens in their pledge drive – they will keep or dump the folk-Americana shows that just won the little station “Best of L.A.” honors, for the second time, in Los Angeles Magazine.
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Other’n that, to hear any folk-Americana music on broadcast radio, you need to live where you can hear the broadcast signal of KCLU from Thousand Oaks, 88.3 FM in the West SFV & Ventura County / 102.3 FM & 1340 AM in Santa Barbara; web simulcast at www.kclu.org. Or, in south Orange County, you can hear folk-Americana programming on KUCI, 88.9 FM from Irvine, simulcast at www.kuci.org. Beyond the two L.A.-based outposts with their sparse offerings, and the college stations to the northwest and south, you can’t hear folk-Americana music in your car, ‘round these parts – unless you have XM/Sirius satellite radio. Of course, there are rich offerings, 24/7, on the internet.
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For more background on all this, and on what is-and-isn’t on L.A. radio, way back in 2008, the Guide examined the state of affairs at that time with KCSN, KCRW, KPFK and other outlets. It’s in a News Feature titled, “L.A. RADIO: LACK OF DIVERSITY = LOST BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES,” that ran October 17, 2008. We’ve given it a fresh link that takes you to it and nothing else. It’s available at
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http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2010/08/background-on-folk-americana-on-la.html
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As always, the Guide’s daily “Radio & TV” listings links will help you find many options for folk-Americana music radio, mostly on the web – because it’s music that’s richly abundant elsewhere, but damn-near-extinct in L.A.
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4) BRAD COLERICK’S “WINE & SONG” SERIES - STILL STRONG IN NEW VENUE
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BRAD COLERICK, whose originals have been all over TV for 20 years – including one sung by the late JOHNNY CASH – has brought a strong weekly music presence to South Pasadena over the past ten months. His Thursday evening events have always included talented guest artists, including some with rather big names. That much happily stays the same, but a change arrived for this week’s show, on August 19.
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Brad told us in advance of the August 19 show, “Thanks to all of you who were at the ‘Wine & Song’ show last Wednesday – our final show at WineStyles. A bittersweet evening with the closing of WineStyles, but what a great 50th birthday party for me. Looking forward to our maiden voyage at Firefly Bistro, August 19 at 7 pm. Come check out the new space and great menu! TRACY NEWMAN and ERNEST TROOST are our featured guests this week.” (We told you he has great guests.)
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Unfortunately, even the weekly crowd for the music each week (usually at or near capacity) wasn’t enough to keep Winestyles South Pas location in business. Happily, though, there are no cancelled weeks. The new venue for the series is Firefly Bistro, 1009 El Centro St, South Pasadena; 626-441-2443; venue website is www.eatatfirefly.com.
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More on the series, its upcoming guests, and its host at www.wineandsong.com and www.bradcolerick.com
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5) WE’D LIKE YOU TO MEET… TONY JOE WHITE
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Over the past five decades, TONY JOE WHITE, aka “The Swamp Fox,” has earned some major hits of his own, and seen some of music’s top artists turn his compositions into signature songs. That includes ELVIS PRESLEY's version of Tony’s "Polk Salad Annie" to RAY CHARLES' take on Tony’s "Rainy Night In Georgia." Tony Joe has written for TINA TURNER, JOE COCKER, KENNY CHESNEY, HANK WILLIAMS JR., DUSTY SPRINGFIELD, and others. He’s an iconic Southern songwriter and deserves a title that’s too easily applied to others – he’s a true songwriter’s songwriter.
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TONY JOE WHITE will perform at the “AMERICANA MUSIC FESTIVAL” in September, with a showcase on September 11 at Nashville’s Mercy Lounge.
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It’s perfect timing for Tony to preview tracks from what’s being called his “raw new record,” titled, “The Shine,” due for release September 28 on Swamp Records. He’ll perform his new songs along with some of the classic hits he’s written – songs he’s recorded, and his songs that have become hits when recorded by so many others.
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“The Shine” is a stripped-down collection of ten new songs he’s written. They’re songs that, says the album’s advance promo, “beautifully lay bare his rich, nuanced baritone, and distinctive brand of swampy southern soul.”
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Each year, the Americana Music Festival & Conference brings together legendary artists and the next generation of rising stars for four days of music and education. For four nights, the Americana Music Festival features approximately 100 live performances in the intimate setting of five downtown Nashville clubs. (See the Guide’s feature story on the event.)
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There’s plenty more on Tony Joe and his remarkably successful career at www.tonyjoewhite.com
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6) Editorial: WHY A SHOW BIZ CAREER CONFUSES HEROES & CELEBRITIES – AND MAKES YOU A TARGET FOR GOSSIP
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Part One
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This is something we’ve wanted to write for a very long time. In one sense, it’s an indictment of a media that is too easily manipulated. In another, of society. And in some cases, it’s an indictment of crafty and calculated manipulation, both by entertainers and their publicists, whose goal is simply to stay in the news cycle.
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Note we chose the terms “entertainer” and “celebrity” here, and are careful to distinguish those from use of the word, “artist.” The reason for all that, and for noting it at the outset, should be obvious as we continue.
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Let’s begin with the question, “Why can’t our society tell the difference between heroes and celebrities?”
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Perhaps it’s because we live in an age that is determined to be devoid of heroes. Oh sure, we occasionally get an airline pilot who successfully crash-lands his plane in the Hudson, and saves his passengers, in defiance of nearly every crash statistic. But the things that once gave us our heroes do not seem to be with us today. The old staple of the war hero is gone, given the controversy and unpopularity of the nation’s current and recent military escapades. Instead of the historical role of war – as what happens when politics and diplomacy fail – war is now primarily political. And anything political seems onerous enough for automatic disqualification as a place to make or sustain heroes.
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We’ll bet, if Sully Sullenburger were to endorse a candidate for office, he would be so vilified by that candidate’s opponent – and a phalanx of moneyed interests with fringe agendas – that his moment as a hero would be trashed. We seem bent on finding too many flaws to allow anyone to be a Charles Lindberg or a Jacques Cousteau or an Albert Schweitzer or a Jonas Salk or a Carl Sagan or an Albert Einstein.
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Instead, we get not a hero, but a celebrity-du-jour, a Michael Slater, the Jet Blue flight attendant. After being bonked by a rude woman’s suitcase that she was pulling from the luggage bin before she should have been out of her seat, and cussing-out Slater with a blue streak when he told her to sit down, he, Slater, lost it. He returned her profane invectives over the plane cabin’s PA, grabbed a couple bottles of beer and his own carry-on, pulled the emergency slide, and left the plane and his employment.
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Slater slid into instant “folk hero” status, as bestowed by most of the media. Folk hero? The cover of the New York Daily News went farthest, with a giant headline quoting Slater’s mother, “My Son, The Hero.” Hero? For losing his required-for-the-job professional demeanor, and his temper? Are you kidding? Would you want that guy as your flight attendant if you were aboard Sully Sullenburger’s plane, about to crash-land in the Hudson River?
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Our times have bestowed odd ideas about heroes – especially the transitory celebrities who are simply in the midst of their fifteen minutes of fame – and the images are actively fertilized by the media.
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And somebody needs to explain the celebrity of Levi Johnston, the teenager whose only claim to fame was knocking-up the Alaska half-term governor’s daughter – and how and why he is now up for his own reality TV show, which is why he is running for mayor of Wasilla, Alaska. If he gets that show, it’ll probably be called the Wasilla Hillbillies, and he’ll be back in the fold (again) of the media-addicted Palin clan with their brood of offspring named for hydraulic transmission parts.
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Is our society so deprived of dreams of great achievement and visions and aspirations for going, as the late Gene Roddenberry put it, “where no one has gone before?”
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That brings us to our second question: “Have we lowered the bar to induct idiots who behave irresponsibly and anoint them as celebrities?”
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Absolutely, since that’s the only explanation for Paris Hilton and the Kardashians and the Palins and the fill-in-the-blank, behaving- badly, pop tart du jour. Beyond that, the question may not be, “Have we lowered the bar?” It should perhaps be, “Can we tell the difference, and do we care?”
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Have you ever seen that little red logo, “As seen on TV!” -? It’s used because it’s effective, whether or not the product works. The same is true for celebrities seen on TV.
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So, question three: “Haven’t show-biz people always been pop culture ‘Heroes’?”
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Time was, respected artists weren’t even in the running for hero status. Sure, there were a few anomalies with larger-than life myths, like John Wayne, and that B-movie “war hero” who never went to war, but who played the biggest role of his career as President of the United States, Ronald Reagan. (“Bedtime for Bonzo” notwithstanding.) But they were the exceptions. Errol Flynn played heroic characters. Jimmy Stewart, who really was a WWII hero, was content with being known as a good actor, and among his friends, as a part-time comedic poet. Neither thought himself a hero based on the roles he played as an actor. Nor did Sir Laurence Olivier or Dame Judith Anderson, or Katherine Hepburn, or Maureen O’Hara. Nor George C. Scott, who refused the Oscar he won for playing a mythically-interpreted Patton (more on that later).
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During Hollywood’s Golden Age, it wasn’t just the control exerted by the Hollywood “Studio System” with its near prohibition of news of the personal lives of its stars. Even the gossip columnists, like Hedda Hopper, had limits.
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Musicians were never in the running for hero status. Not Louis Armstong or Leonard Bernstein or Aaron Copland or George Gershwin or Frank Sinatra or Dean Martin or Bessie Smith or Lena Horne or Harry Belafonte or Lerner and Lowe.
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Not even Woody Guthrie, who wrote what many of us think should be the National Anthem, “This Land is Your Land.”
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Not even Marion Anderson, who, because of her race, was infamously banned from singing in Constitution Hall by the Daughters of the American Revolution in the 1930s, bringing Eleanor Roosevelt to famously invite her to sing the National Anthem on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial. The same place where Martin Luther King would define the Civil Rights struggle. (And the same place Glen Beck wants to desecrate with a rally of his nutbag of followers to “explain” everything to them, probably in terms of chalkboard Nazis and check-under-your-bed communists.)
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Yes, media is rife with odd ideas about what constitutes celebrity, and actively fertilizes the transitory celebrities it creates.
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Whether in iconic and monumental venues, or on silver screens, or on stages with footlight candles or microphones, some measure of celebrity had always attached itself to performing artists, and sometimes to things that they did off stage. But it was measured and contextual. And, Fatty Arbuckle notwithstanding, it was usually interesting only if they did something commendable – not condemnable.
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Until recently, people in show biz went to great lengths to avoid being identified with anything lurid or shocking or even controversial. As far back as the 16th century, Shakespeare and his contemporary, Ben Johnson, lived with it, but their celebrity was never enough to allow either to write a play that would have criticized or ridiculed the reigning monarch, Elizabeth I, or her Royal Family.
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Well, then, question four: “Is it all based on fulfilling the expectations of the time?”
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The desire of artists to avoid condemnation became something that the dark forces learned to manipulate. That’s lasted into recent times. The era of unfounded allegations by the House Un-American Activities Committee and of Senator “Machine Gun” Joe McCarthy made the ‘50s a fearful time for people in show biz. Some, like Pete Seeger, and the screenwriter father of folk “singer-songfighter” Ross Altman, had their careers ruined by being “blacklisted” – simply because they stood-up for their Constitutional rights. Others, like folksinger Burl Ives, cooperated with the witch-hunt investigations, and enjoyed uninterrupted careers.
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If it was fear that constrained artists, it cannot be ignored that fear likewise set limits on what passed as “the media” and journalism through much of history. It took centuries before age-old limitations were, at last, no longer accepted without question. The great manifestation of awareness of it brought a paradigm shift – so much so, that America’s founding fathers quickly added the First Amendment to the Constitution, guaranteeing Freedom of the Press.
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It was a revolution of openness over propaganda, of a new ability to pursue meaningful things wherever the pursuit led, of an ability to reject the silly and distracting because it was in the interests of the powerful to deceive with distraction. It was an unprecedented era, one that remains ours to protect today. It brought the press a vital role as the “Fourth Estate” – the check and balance on the three official branches of government, and over time, it reflected the voice of the downtrodden, and the check on the powers and powerful in society. (When was the last time you saw the media in those terms? Perhaps a fleeting thought for the final episode of “Bill Moyers’ Journal”-?)
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In return for its unbridled and Constitutionally-protected status, the press did (if inconsistently) practice a sense of responsibility for accuracy, for checking sources and prioritizing what was important, filtering-out rumor and innuendo – especially gossip of bad personal behavior – as unworthy of the stature of news. Did it matter that Roosevelt had a liason with a paramour? Moreover, that he was in a wheelchair, though it was NEVER mentioned in the press? Or was Monica Lewinsky’s blue dress more important?
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Yet, the media’s Constitutionally-protected “ability to reject the silly and distracting” even when “it was in the interests of the powerful to deceive with distraction,” has today been abandoned by the media itself. Too often, it is the media’s choice that brings us the silly and distracting, and leaves us to wonder whether deliberate distraction comes at the behest of the powerful.
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When TV news began, it had Edward R. Murrow to sort-out the difference between sacred cows and what had meaning and needed to be known. It took Murrow to help topple the tyranny of Joe McCarthy, and to reveal the scandalous serf system of California agriculture, and to draw a distinction that excluded dumb crap and historically inconsequential allegations of who-may-have-been-sleeping-with-whom at the time. When TV first began, it was a new medium of a media that still had to define itself. Murrow and his colleagues had to fight to get more than 15 minutes of national news each night.
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It’s important to remember that those TV pioneers were poised to be the new media’s first celebrities, and arguably, the medium’s first “heroes.” Yet they chose to pursue the meaningful over celebrity – their own or that of others – and they approached their roles with solemnity and thoughtfulness. TV in those days had no place for “Inside Edition” or “Entertainment Tonight” or any other parade of scandalous allegations and front-and-center feature stories on celebrities behaving badly. Tripe TV had yet to appear.
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Murrow and his colleagues took time to examine what they, and the media, and their medium, might do, and to ask themselves if they should do it, and to consider, and to contemplate, and to reflect.
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In contrast, today’s 24-hour TV “news cycle” seems like an exercise cycle – spinning furiously without getting anywhere, other than to spice things up with commentary, and all too often, with salacious and titillating tales of the latest pop tart that’s in court or rehab. And they seem to do it in at least equal measures with news of whether we are accomplishing anything in Afghanistan. “Delaying” anything now risks accusations of equivocation, of “what-are-you-trying-to-hide,” not plaudits for thoughtful and thorough presentation and perspective.
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We owe a debt to Murrow, who chose meaningful effectiveness over celebrity, who knew the difference between covering heroes and celebrities, and who had no thought of wasting the nation’s attention on anyone who merely wanted to be an insubstantial celebrity. Though, clearly, Murrow’s legacy seems more than endangered in our time.
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If TV’s early days set some good models, question five is, “When did scandal become desirable fodder for attaining celebrityhood?”
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Dangle a baby off a balcony in front of the cameras. Get drunk and abusive at a Hollywood nightclub. Wreck or abandon an expensive car on PCH or New York’s Westside Expressway. Ditch rehab. If you’re a celebrity, all those are formulae for getting media attention. Publicists know it. They count on it. They’re paid to keep their clients in the news cycle. There is no shortage of suspicions that some publicists advise their celebrity clients WHEN to behave badly, based on their “need” to get back in the news cycle, and back on the cover of the supermarket tabloids, and back on the TV talk shows so Jay Leno can ask, “What the hell were you thinking?”
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It seems almost impossible to reckon today, but we are accepting, as normal, something that is quite new. And we’ve had warnings. In the early ‘70s, the Eagles sang “Dirty Laundry,” that the “bubble-headed bleach blonde does the evening news” about nothing but scandal, innuendo, and celebrities’ dirty laundry.
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Nineteenth century actor Edwin Booth was a celebrity because he was a renowned actor, not because his zealot brother had murdered President Lincoln. One of Booth’s leading contemporaries, English actress Lily Langtree, was hugely popular when she toured the American stage, especially in the West, because she was a renowned actress. An obsessed fan who was allowed to bother her, like Judge Roy Bean on the Texas frontier, was an exception. Celebrities had their privacy when they wanted it.
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Newspapers celebrated Booth and Langtry and opera star Enrico Caruso for their talent and their performances. They were not held in the same esteem as heroes, though they enjoyed a benefit akin to it – no one would have accepted media intrusions in their private lives. Indeed, history offers examples of newspaper offices being wrecked or burned by mobs if inked criticism found the accepted heroes of the time wanting.
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Perhaps, as some social historians suggest, America lost its innocence with the assassination of President Kennedy and with what followed. The American consciousness changed. The Warren Commission Report determined that a lone gunman – an inconsequential loser – had changed history, on his own, and the Vietnam War became a protracted and pointless agony as a result. A dead hero. A bum of no consequence identified as the murderer and then himself murdered, on live TV. And history changed shockingly, though we will never know how extensively.
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A presidency followed that made civil rights happen, though the good work was drowned in the blood of a Vietnam War that may not have happened had Kennedy lived. After Johnson, another presidential administration had promised to end the war in Vietnam, but instead expanded wars throughout Southeast Asia; spied on its own citizens; committed clandestine burglaries; planted electronic bugs; created an “enemies list” of other Americans; disseminated disinformation; then went as far as it could to cover it up.
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Perhaps that was when we became unwilling to allow ourselves to find noble heroes. Is it coincidence that playing “Dungeons and Dragons,” reading “Lord of the Rings,” and other escapes into fantasy, characterized the youth culture of the time?
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Time for question seven: “Does art imitate – and reflect – life, or does life imitate art – or, too often, does art merely seek escape from reality?”
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Popular culture tried to ignore Vietnam while that war was raging. The biggest film was “The Graduate,” in which Dustin Hoffman contemplated not The Draft, but a career in plastics.
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Is it any surprise that popular entertainment of the time came to require fatalism? The biggest movies of that age were “Easy Rider” and “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid,” wherein the final scenes brought the bloody death of the main characters in a hail of bullets. Yet it was “Patton” that most famously won the top Oscars, its popularity partly the response of a nation that wanted victorious winners in an age of stalemate and despair. All in the wake of the assassinations of Robert Kennedy and Martin Luther King, and the growing awareness – but not acceptance – that Vietnam was not winnable.
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After Vietnam was lost and seen as a complete and tragic waste, we got “The Deer Hunter,” with its symbolic Russian-roulette suicide. And we got silly, unsubstantial, disco music, as the nation sought escape from conflict and loss and from “the horror” that was resurrected and condensed in the surrealistic “Apocalypse Now.”
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We went to the moon. The 12 astronauts who briefly walked and worked at science on a new world enjoyed, at best, some measure of celebrity, as did the three aboard Apollo 13 who didn’t quite get there. Neil Armstong, first man on the moon, shied away from celebrity. Buzz Aldrin, second to walk on the moon, tried too hard to court it. NASA proved inept at managing any of it, and we were left with no icons of exploration to add to the pantheon alongside Leif Erickson and Marco Polo and Christopher Columbus and Ferdinand Magellan and Henrik Hudson and Lewis & Clark. The lunar astronauts proved utterly unmarketable in their time, far less than Arctic and Antarctic explorer-hero Admiral Byrd had been to his.
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Thus, as the twentieth century waned, we were left with no heroes, and no apparent mechanisms to make any. In an historical anomaly, perhaps the closest we came was Sam Ervin, the U.S. Senator from North Carolina, and the other members of the Watergate Committee who caught-up with, and revealed, the abuses of the Nixon Administration. Young reporters Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein fueled it, and inspired a new generation of journalists ready to reveal and uncover everyone’s real motives – for better or worse. Still, we had no enduring heroes – only admiration or contempt for a few people who had toppled the false gods.
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Then came the assassination of John Lennon in December, 1980. In death, he was lionized, and America forgot about his often goofy public behavior, his repeated drug arrests, and how annoying it had (always) been that he had (long) insisted on subjecting the world to the excruciatingly high-pitched vocal wails and weird Japanese-fusion music of wife Yoko Ono. (If you feel your bile rising, maybe we still cherish our heroes.)
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More than the previous generation’s fast-car-dead actor James Dean or plane-crash-dead musician Buddy Holly, or the previous decade’s drug-overdose-dead musicians Janis Joplin, Jimi Hendrix, and Jim Morrison, the gunned-down John Lennon – of the now certain-to-never-be-reunited Beatles – was elevated to hero status. Maybe it was inevitable, given that the Beatles had brought America its first joy after its young president was murdered.
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When John Denver, champion of the environment and the wild creatures in it, was killed in a plane crash, he had insufficient cred as a celebrity.
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When Michael Jackson died, media attention was akin to the death of a president. Jackson had spent too many years as the subject of the tabloids for the media to fail to capitalize every way they could.
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It didn’t help that network news divisions had long since stopped being respected entities that, in times past, had been provided by corporate America, from a sense of good citizenship. The media had become obsessed with ratings and the dominant primacy of advertising revenues that were boosted with higher ratings numbers. Morning news shows had been quietly transferred to the networks’ entertainment divisions. In no time, bad corporate citizens had become sponsors of news programs, protecting themselves from investigative pieces about their reckless or abusive behavior. Wal Mart sponsors just about any serious news or public affairs show that isn’t sponsored by Big Oil or Big Food. The esteem of the media as the “Fourth Estate” – that which would serve as a check on everything else – eroded as never before.
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Worst of all, nearly six decades after the Army-McCarthy Hearings, nearly four decades after Watergate, the erosion continues. The 24/7 news cycle has supposedly “broadened” but, instead, seems fixated on embracing a motley assortment of dimwits and tragically flawed (often darkly / comically flawed) characters and despicable publicity seekers, including many who seem to be famous for nothing more than being famous.
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How else do you explain Paris Hilton, and those reprehensible (but “successful”) conniving liars from “Survivor,” and the never-took-a-music-lesson wannabe pop stars from “American Idol,” or any of the so-called “reality” shows wherein the most ruthless backstabbers win the big money prizes?
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“American Idol” is particularly galling to musicians. We’ve often called it “American Karaoke,” since it’s devoid of any singer-songwriters singing their originals, and is instead a vehicle for Big Music to squeeze a few more bucks from yet another release of some sh-thump-thud piece of pop tripe – wherein the contestants are challenged to see if they can replicate the incongruous vocal gymnastics that seem de rigeur to sh-thump-thud pop tart success.
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Meanwhile, it’s representative of one key answer to the whole question of why celebrities are made by the entertainment industry: it’s all about money. Not art, not talent, not a willingness to work at a craft to become a bona fide artist and practitioner of their craft.
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Too often, it’s simply about making somebody a celebrity, because Big Music can, and because they can make money doing it, and because the industry that has grown and proliferated around celebrities can make money from it – from paparazzi to publicists to tabloids to talk shows to the so-called “entertainment” news media.
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In today’s media world, being a celebrity isn’t much different than being a hero. Media manipulators know how to erase the distinction, and society doesn’t seem to care, anyway.
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We’ll continue, and tackle the central question, “Why should choosing a career in ‘show business’ give others a license to report on your private life and make allegations and speculations about your private behavior, whether true or untrue?”
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Our situation is ’purt near like your favorite NPR station: they depend, for most of their needs, on their individual supporters. We must depend on you, our readers, and the musicians whose gigs are listed in our pages. (We are simultaneously seeking commercial sponsors to assure that we can continue to publish and move the Guide to essentially “take-over” at www.acousticmusic.net, where the Guide is currently linked. There, we have been offered the opportunity to re-invent that site around the Guide, as a full-feature website with current reviews, photographs, music videos, and much more. But there’s no guarantee that we can get sufficient commercial sponsors to raise enough revenue to allow us to do that. We’re giving it a good go. Either way, just like a public radio or PBS station, we need financial support from YOU, our readers, and from the musicians whose gigs we list! Please help, so we can keep devoting the many hours required each week to do this!
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Please sustain our ability to get free tickets and goodies for you, and for the Guide to be able to continue bringing you all the news and dozens and dozens of feature stories each edition, detailing live acoustic music events, festivals, workshops, and more. And thanks again to those who have contributed to continue making the Guide possible!
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August 12 edition’s News Features (events updated Aug 13 & Aug 16) are available at:
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The topics are:
1) A Call to Action: Musician Kenny Edwards Needs Your Help
2) Folk Icon Anne Feeney Faces Serious Health Challenge
3) You Bloom Songwriting Contest: Free Entry, Big Prizes
4) Ragin’ Cajun in TV Food Truck Race, Party this Sunday
5) Blue Ridge Pickin’ Parlor Calls it Quits
6) Folk-Americana Music on L.A. Radio Wins Awards –
But Faces Cancellation (Again) – You Can Help Save Two Shows
7) Americana / Canadiana & Non-Nashville Country: Big in Canada
8) Caltech Folk Society to Bring Eliza Gilkyson, Marley's Ghost,
Patrick Ball
9) We’d Like You to Meet… Tracy Newman
10) Support the Guide Now: Our “Thank-You” Gifts Change August 31
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1) “The New L.A. Folk Festival” Arrives this Saturday, August 7
2) Rickie Lee Jones, with Full Band & Horn Section, Free, August 5
3) N’Awlins, Cajun, Zydeco Music Is Back for One Last 2010 Festival
4) Hot Club of Cowtown to Play Free L.A. Show, August 12
5) Review: “Roots Roadhouse” – A Big Success
6) We’d Like You to Meet… Ali Marcus
7) Jason D. Williams CD, Produced by Todd Snider, Due in October
8) Listen to, or Drop-by, A Radio Show in Western Colorado…
9) Mavis Staples Performs Live on Radio’s “WNYC Soundcheck”
10) Dave Stamey, Hottest of Western Artists, to Play L.A.
11) If You Like The Guide, Please Support it!
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1) A Festival-Rich Weekend to Defy Mid-Summer Doldrums
1a) “Roots Roadhouse” is a Whole Lotta Music this Saturday
1b) “Big Bear Mountain Twilight Music Festival” is Saturday
1c) Festival + Artists’ Pick: “National Storytelling Network Conference” In L.A.
2) Bunchas o’ Events for Artists this Weekend
3) Autry Draws Massive Crowd for “National Day of the Cowboy & Cowgirl,” July 24
4) R.I.P., Ben Keith…
5) We’d Like You to Meet… [notes only; no one profiled this week]
6) The Guide Urgently Invites Your Support
7) “Thank You” CDs / DVDs from the Guide: the Times Are a-Changin’
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1) “National Day of the Cowboy & Cowgirl”
Venues Include the Autry in L.A., July 24
2) “Roots Roadhouse” Arrives July 31, as an “Event-of-the-Summer”
3) Pete Seeger’s “Reclaim the Coast” - Gulf Coast Oil Spill Benefit
4) Ford Amphitheatre Seeks Proposals for 2011 Summer Season
5) Indie-Music Top 25 Awards - Round 2 Deadline is July 31
6) New Mavis Staples Tune Debuts, Written by Jeff Tweedy
7) We’d Like You to Meet… MARK HOLT
8) The Fureys & Davey Arthur, plus Ken O'Malley: West Coast Tour in September
9) Is Internet Music “Completely Over” -?
10) The Guide Still Needs Your Support
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THE LATEST FULL EDITION of the Acoustic Americana Music Guide is always available at
www.acousticmusic.net or at
www.acousticamericana.blogspot.com or by links from the News-only edition at www.nodepression.com/profile/TiedtotheTracks
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(1) Friday’s “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” picks:
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Annual “BIG BEAR COWBOY GATHERING” at Big Bear Lake, including the Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center, 39707 Big Bear Bl, Big Bear Lake 92315; 909-866-4970; bblpac@citybigbearlake.com. With many award-winning cowboy / western performers and cowboy poets. (Runs Thu-Sun, Aug 19-22.)
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“SUMMERGRASS: THE SAN DIEGO BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL” begins today with JOHN REISCHMAN & THE JAY BIRDS, MICHAEL CLEVELAND & FLAMEKEEPER, SPECIAL CONSENSUS BLUEGRASS BAND, BLUEGRASS ETC, CHRIS STUART & BACKCOUNTRY, THE VIRTUAL STRANGERS, LONESOME OTIS, and more, at the Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum in Vista. (Runs Aug 20-22.)
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7:30 pm RUFUS WAINWRIGHT plus MARTHA WAINWRIGHT, at the Greek Theatre in Griffith Park, L.A.
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7:30-10:30 pm KRISTIN KORB & BRUCE FORMAN (from COW BOP) perform togther at L'Ermitage in Beverly Hills.
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8 pm SARAH LEE GUTHRIE & JOHNNY IRION play the Thousand Oaks Library Music Series, at Grant R. Brimhall Library in Thousand Oaks.
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8 pm SLIGO RAGS at the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena.
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YONDER MOUNTAIN STRING BAND plays the House of Blues Sunset Strip. Check with venue for set time.
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8:30 pm “TCHAIKOVSKY SPECTACULAR WITH FIREWORKS” for the “Weekend Spectaculars” series at the Hollywood Bowl.
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8 pm (Pacific) JUNI FISHER, top award-winning Western singer-songwriter, performs on the “OUT WEST CONCERT SERIES” show on Time Warner Cable channel 20 and AT&T U-verse channel 99 in the Santa Clarita Valley, and worldwide on the web simulcast at www.SCVTV.com. Red Geetar Records recording artist Juni Fisher has performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” and won ‘purt near every award a western artist can win:
2009 WMA Female Performer of the Year,
2009 WMA Album of the Year
2008 Natl. Cowboy Museum Wrangler Award Winner
2008 WMA Songwriter of the Year
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“SUMMERGRASS: THE SAN DIEGO BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL” with JOHN REISCHMAN & THE JAY BIRDS, MICHAEL CLEVELAND & FLAMEKEEPER, SPECIAL CONSENSUS BLUEGRASS BAND, BLUEGRASS ETC, CHRIS STUART & BACKCOUNTRY, THE VIRTUAL STRANGERS, LONESOME OTIS, and more, at the Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, 2040 N. Santa Fe Av, Vista; 858-679-4854; www.summergrass.net
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Annual “PORTOLA RAILROAD DAYS” at three venues - the Caboose in Old Town Portola, the Western Pacific Railroad Museum, and Portola City Park. Info, 530-836-6811. There’s music under the “Big Tent,” the “Golden Spike Parade,” train rides aboard historic equipment, fake rock climbing wall, motocross demonstrations, food, “Hobo Stew” contest, a 5&10 K run-walk, kid’s fishing derby, Lucky Duck Race, art & craft vendors, wine tasting, model train displays, more.
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“2010 INDIEGRRL WOMEN IN THE ARTS FESTIVAL / CONFERENCE” Holiday Inn World's Fair Park, 525 Henley St, Knoxville, TN. Indiegrrl is a key non profit indie music organization. Board Member GILLI MOON says, “I love them because they offer so much support and opportunities for female artists. This conference will include performances (mine included) of a ton of beautiful and strong women artists, and some great educational music business panels.”
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Annual “BIG BEAR COWBOY GATHERING” with SOURDOUGH SLIM and many other headline acts, at Big Bear Lake, including the Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center, 39707 Big Bear Bl, Big Bear Lake 92315; 909-866-4970; bblpac@citybigbearlake.com. This festival draws presents award-winning cowboy / western performers and cowboy poets; more at www.bigbearcowboygathering.net
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www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-kbdZUDWBM
www.youtube.com/watch?v=HajY_r6RNy0
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6 pm JUDY CODER, champion yodeler, plays a backyard house concert in San Fernando; reservations get directions at 818-365-8709.
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6.30-10.30 pm “BBQ AND BLUES” with DON ADEY on guitar (The Jamme ,The Chambers Brothers), RICK REED on bass (Paul Butterfield Blues Band / James Harmon), SKIP VAN WINKLE on Hammond B-3 (Eric Burden / Bob Seger), JIMMY Z on sax & harps (Rod Stewart, Annie Lennox, Z Tribe), STEVE HUNTER on drums, in an all-star blues band, at Willy’s Smokehouse, 28438 Roadside Dr, Agoura Hills 91301; 818 991-7227.
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7 pm ERIC SARDINAS, KEN VALDEZ, with BOBBY BLUEHOUSE opening, for “TWO NIGHTS, THREE GREAT BANDS” at the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91006; www.arcadiabluesclub.com; 626-447-9349. For seats, make reservations; dinner reservations hold tables until 8:30 pm. More:
Eric Sardinas info, http://srv.ezinedirector.net/?n=3960169&s=93914888;
Ken Valdez info, http://srv.ezinedirector.net/?n=3960170&s=93914888;
Bobby Bluehouse Band opening at 7 pm each night. Doors at 6 pm. Tix, $20.
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7:30 pm RUFUS WAINWRIGHT plus MARTHA WAINWRIGHT, at the Greek Theatre, 2700 N Vermont Ave in Griffith Park, L.A.; Greek Theatre hotline, 323-665-1927; tix, 213-480-3232; www.greektheatrela.com.
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The new CD features original video art by Scottish artist and filmmaker DOUGLAS GORDON. That becomes key to understanding what you’ll see on stage. Gordon’s CD cover design features a dark eye drenched in mascara and black eye shadow – it’s Wainwright's eye – inspired by film scenes from such classics as G.W. Pabst's “Pandora's Box” (1929). In addition to designing the album cover, Gordon completed an exclusive video-piece for Wainwright's World Tour. The album’s promo asserts, “Gordon's visual language expresses the passion of sorrow, a re-surfacing theme of the twelve songs on Wainwright's most personal album to date.”
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Rufus himself says, "After hiding behind a 70-piece orchestra with my opera you can blame everything on the tuba player. With this album, when the curtain is raised it's me on my own," says Wainwright. Their collaboration will culminate live as Gordon has completed a 10-meter-wide projection that will be used as the backdrop of the stage during the show. The video-piece shows Wainwright's eye in motion and is manually adjusted to precisely fit the variable duration of each specific performance, allowing the audience to see every pupil-dilation, blink and tear, up close and to empathize with the mood of the performance.
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Rufus has just written and composed his first opera, "Prima Donna," and has released six studio albums and three DVDs to date. His previous album, “Release The Stars,” achieved Gold sales status in Canada and the U.K.
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Tix, $46 / $38.50 / $26, + “Convenience Charge” of $13.50 per order (unless you get ‘em from the box office).
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Fri, Aug 20, in Camarillo:
7:30 pm “FAMILY SINGALONG & NIGHT HIKE” at Peter Strauss Ranch, 30000 Mulholland Hwy (2 blks from Troutdale Rd), in Santa Monica Mtns Nat’l Rec Area, near Agoura Hills; 818-382-4819. It’s a “simulated campfire experience” (due to fire hazard), with a singalong and a short (6/10 mile) night hike through the woods. Bring a snack and flashlight. Info, contact Ranger Mary, at 805-370-2348. Free.
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Fri, Aug 20; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7:30-10:30 pm KRISTIN KORB & BRUCE FORMAN (from COW BOP) perform togther at L'Ermitage, 9291 Burton Way, Beverly Hills 90210; 310-860-8582. They’ve performed together and separately on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.”
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BRUCE FORMAN is artist-in-residence at USC School of Music, and an amazing guitarist.
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KRISTIN KORB is the amazingly lovely and beautiful upright bass player & vocalist who plays jazz for everyone, even people who don’t like jazz. Kristin tells us, “I just got back into town last night from some exciting travels and camps over the last 3 weeks. [She teaches at every “bass camp,” everywhere.] I can't wait to catch up with you and your friends and find out what's been happening in your world. Bring the gang down and be ready for a lovely hang.” No cover.
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Fri, Aug 20:
PADDY’S PIG plays the Cock 'N Bull Pub, 2947 Lincoln Bl, Santa Monica. All four band members, Missy, Mike, Damon, and Marty will play. This is a fine Irish band, performing traditional and original music. More at www.paddyspigla.com and www.myspace.com/paddyspigla
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Fri, Aug 20; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm SARAH LEE GUTHRIE & JOHNNY IRION play the Thousand Oaks Library Music Series, at Grant R. Brimhall Library, 1401 E Janss Rd, Thousand Oaks 91362; 818-621-8309; info, www.BodieHouse.com.
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Sarah Lee wrote to tell us, “For those of you who want to hear Sarah Lee and Johnny not doing ‘Go Waggaloo,’ you should come to this one. You can still bring the kids, but mostly we will be playing songs from our forthcoming album, ‘Bright Examples,’ and of course the ‘last week’ songs that we can't help but try out, just to see if they are any good.”
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Sarah Lee Guthrie with her husband Johnny Irion are one of the most acclaimed folk-rock duos of the last decade. 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. They delighted thew crowd at last year’s “L.A. Acoustic Music Festival,” as they have at UCLA Live.
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Along the way, they’ve collected stellar reviews. "The distinguishing feature throughout is the couple's caressing harmonies, which carry on the legacy of Johnny and June, Gram and Emmylou." – Maverick. "...the pair click together like an old belt buckle." - Independent On Sun. "Welch and Rawlings apart - its hard to recall two modern country voices that dovetail as elegantly as this husband and wife team... A dream." – Uncut.
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FolkWorks says, “‘Authentic.’ ‘Timeless.’ ‘Harmonious.’ ‘Exhilarating.’ Any or all of these adjectives could describe the folk-rock sound created by Sarah Lee Guthrie and Johnny Irion (eye-ree-un). The musical richness and psychological depth of their initial collaboration, the fittingly titled ‘Exploration,’ is irrefutable proof that the disarming granddaughter of Woody / daughter of Arlo and the prodigious South Carolinian quite naturally bring out the best in each other.”
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Fri, Aug 20; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm SLIGO RAGS at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-794-2424; venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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Named among the top acoustic bands in LA (by Folkworks Magazine) and two-time winners of the Orange County Music Award for Best Folk Band, this dynamic ensemble presents Irish Folk with a decidedly bluegrass attitude. Sligo Rags is taking the local and not-so-local Folk and Irish music scenes by storm with a unique blend of eclectic musical influences. Dan Miller of Flatpicking Guitar Magazine says “These guys have it all--great vocals, lots of energy, captivating songs, well executed arrangements, and tasteful solos.” Their debut studio recording, "The Night Before the Morning After", was called "the best I've heard from a stateside band" by Celtic Beat Magazine, while their sophomore effort, “The Whiskey Never Lies,” (called “the best from the West Coast Celts in many years” by Shay Clark of the Irish-American News), was named one of the top 10 of 2007 by Folkworks. Don’t be surprised if elements of country, gypsy jazz and swing manage to sneak their way into the act as well. Award-winning flatpicking and fingerstyle guitarist David Burns (recently featured in Flatpicking Guitar Magazine), fiddler extraordinaire Michael Kelly, world-renowned bassist Gordon Rustvold, and percussion whiz-kid Jonathan Baer are guaranteed to fill the room and your lives with electricity. They may give you a good laugh or two along the way as well.
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"Sligo Rags have mastered the ability to take songs from a time gone by and make them fresh and relevant for a modern audience. Their passion for the music and their willingness to take risks combine for an outstanding live show."--Music Connection.
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"…A ‘money back, no questions asked if you are not thrilled’ act. Bring friends. Dynamic, up tempo, multi-talented. A fusion that just crackles." —Bob Stane, proprietor, The Coffee Gallery Backstage. Tix. $18.
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Fri, Aug 20; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
YONDER MOUNTAIN STRING BAND plays the House of Blues Sunset Strip, 8430 Sunset Bl, West Hollywood; 323-848-5100; www.hob.com. Call venue for set time.
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8 & 9:30 pm “THE JAZZ BAKERY'S MOVEABLE FEAST” brings THE CAROL WEISSMAN QUARTET to the Boston Court Performing Arts Center, 70 N Mentor Av, Pasadena 91106; www.bostoncourt.org; 626-683-6883.
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Carol Welsman is an internationally acclaimed singer and pianist whose expressive vocal styling and dynamic stage presence have captivated audiences around the world. She has sold over 60,000 CDs in Canada alone, something few jazz artists in Canada have experienced.
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Fri, Aug 20:
8 pm DENGUE FEVER at the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts Pasadena, in Memorial Park, 85 E Holly St, (really Raymond & Walnut), Pasadena 91103; 626-683-3230; www.levittpavilionpasadena.org.
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Okay, you may wonder how in the world this group got listed in the Acoustic Americana Music Guide. They’re “a psychedelic take on the Cambodian pop and rock sounds of the ‘60s.” They’re innovative, and we’re listing them.
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Series runs all summer, several themed nights each week, and includes the “Patchwork of America Series,” a children’s series (7 pm, Wednesdays), and a world music series. Some bench seating with backs is available to sides of center stage. Bring your lawn chair or blanket, and a picnic, but no alcohol is allowed in the park. Ride the Gold Line light rail to Memorial Park Station, to avoid dealing with expensive Old Town Pasadena parking (or park north of the 210 Fwy and walk). Nice outdoor venue.
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The summer’s free music series at the Pasadena venue includes La Santa Cecilia on Aug 21; Christian Scott on Aug 22; Debi Derryberry (kids show) on Aug 25; Chuck Mead (Americana; former member of BR549) on Aug 26; Jayme Stone on Aug 27; Roger Espinoza on Aug 28; and a season closer with Rhythmic Circus presenting “Feet Don’t Fail Me Now,” an “innovative” jazz / urban tap dance show on Aug 29. There are other shows in the Levitt series, waaay outside the Guide’s genres. Full calendar of the venue’s summer series at their website. Free show.
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Fri, Aug 20; extended indefinitely; live theatre; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
CANCELLED: SHOW HAS ENDED ITS EXTENDED RUN. 8 pm Fri & Sat (& 5 pm Sun) “JUST 45 MINUTES FROM BROADWAY,” the critically-acclaimed world-premiere HENRY JAGLOM play has been extended at Edgemar Center for the Arts, on the Main Stage, 2437 Main St, Santa Monica 90405. Reservations req’d at 310-392-7327 or www.edgemarcenter.org (under events tab).
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Multiplatinum songwriter and cast member HARRIET SCHOCK tells us, “There’s a film being made of it, Henry Jaglom has already started shooting. Audiences love it and we’ve enjoyed performing it [well over 100] times. We’ve been extended again, but please don’t wait too long to see [this] wonderful, funny, moving, thoroughly enjoyable play.”
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Harriet Schock has worked with famous film director Henry Jaglom, writing the music for several of his feature film projects, and performing that music on-camera in his latest, “Irene in Time,” which stars Tanna Frederick, also the star if this play, making its world-premiere run.
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“JUST 45 MINUTES FROM BROADWAY” stars TANNA FREDERICK, JULIE DAVIS, DAVID GARVER, JACK HELLER, DAVID PROVAL, DIANE SALINGER, & HARRIET SCHOCK. Directed by Gary Imhoff, produced by Alexandra Guarnieri.
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Here’s a bit of the critical rave:
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"A near-Chekhovian delight! Go !!! " - L.A. Weekly
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"Henry Jaglom's new play rocks! A brilliant comic cast!" - The Huffington Post
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"Tanna Frederick moves effortlessly through an array of emotions, she & David Garver exude a quiet magnetism. Jaglom's homage to theatre people will appeal to everyone." - Hollywood Reporter
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"Henry Jaglom is a master storyteller. 'Lust 45 Minutes from Broadway' should tickle New York theatergoers when it moves closer than 45 minutes away." - For ReviewPlays.com )in The Santa Monica Daily Press and The San Diego Jewish World)
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Runs Fridays & Saturdays at 8 pm, Sundays at 5 pm, in an extended run. Parking is available (fee charged) in an onsite structure, and metered parking is available in nearby Lot 11, across the street from Peet's Coffee. Tix, $25.
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Fri, Aug 20, on TV & web TV:
8 pm (Pacific) JUNI FISHER, top award-winning Western singer-songwriter, performs on the “OUT WEST CONCERT SERIES” show on Time Warner Cable channel 20 and AT&T U-verse channel 99 in the Santa Clarita Valley, and worldwide on the web simulcast at www.SCVTV.com. Red Geetar Records recording artist Juni Fisher has performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” and won ‘purt near every award a western artist can win:
2009 WMA Female Performer of the Year,
2009 WMA Album of the Year
2008 Natl. Cowboy Museum Wrangler Award Winner
2008 WMA Songwriter of the Year
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Fri, Aug 20; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8:30 pm “TCHAIKOVSKY SPECTACULAR WITH FIREWORKS” for the “Weekend Spectaculars” series at the Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Av, Hollywood; 323-850-2000 or 213-480-3232; www.hollywoodbowl.com. With the LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC, BRAMWELL TOVEY, conductor; BAIBA SKRIDE, violin; USC TROJAN MARCHING BAND, DR. ARTHUR C. BARTNER, director. Runs Aug 20 & 21.
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Fri, Aug 20:
8:30 pm OLD CALIFORNIO opens for HA HA TONKA at Spaceland, 1717 Silverlake Bl, L.A. 90027. Also on the bill, are SMITH & PYLE. We only know the mostly-electric Americana band OLD CALIFORNIO. Cover, $10.
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ORQUESTRA CHARANGOA at El Floridita Restaurant, 1253 N Vine St, Hollywood; 323-871-8612.
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Fri, Aug 20:
9 pm THE MOTHER TRUCKERS from Austin play the Mint, 6010 W Pico Bl, L.A.; 323-954-9630; www.themintla.com. More at http://kgmusicpress.com/l/1xnf50/5258953. Tix, $12 advance, $15 door.
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Fri, Aug 20:
10 pm KEN O'MALLEY & THE TWILIGHT LORDS at the Auld Dubliner, 71 Pine Av, Long Beach; 562-437-8300; www.aulddubliner.com.
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HERE ARE 23 (yep, Twenty-three!) MORE EVENTS HAPPENING TODAY & TONIGHT!
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Included are today & tonight’s weekly and monthly residencies, series, showcases, workshops, open mics and other acoustic music events that are scheduled in advance to happen today and tonight, from northern Santa Barbara County to south Orange County, from downtown L.A. to the valleys to the Inland Empire, from the desert to the sea.
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http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2010/08/friday-third-friday-every-month.html
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(1a) Saturday’s “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” picks:
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Annual “BIG BEAR COWBOY GATHERING” at Big Bear Lake, including the Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center, 39707 Big Bear Bl, Big Bear Lake 92315; 909-866-4970; bblpac@citybigbearlake.com. With many award-winning cowboy / western performers and cowboy poets. (Runs Thu-Sun, Aug 19-22.)
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“SUMMERGRASS: THE SAN DIEGO BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL” continues today with JOHN REISCHMAN & THE JAY BIRDS, MICHAEL CLEVELAND & FLAMEKEEPER, SPECIAL CONSENSUS BLUEGRASS BAND, BLUEGRASS ETC, CHRIS STUART & BACKCOUNTRY, THE VIRTUAL STRANGERS, LONESOME OTIS, and more, at the Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum in Vista. (Runs Aug 20-22.)
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4-5:30 pm SARAH LEE GUTHRIE & FAMILY play the “GARDEN CONCERTS FOR KIDS” 2010 series conclusion at the Getty Center in L.A. (Runs this Sat & Sun.
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7 pm MEN OF WORTH, the great Scottish duo, plays a house concert in Santa Monica.
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7 pm Champion Yodeler JUDY CODER plus top western music award winners THE TUMBLING TUMBLEWEEDS; double bill, at the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena.
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7:30 pm JOYCE WOODSON plus RAY DOYLE, in an evening of western folk music at the “LIVING TRADITION” music series in Anaheim.
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7:30 pm ROUND MOUNTAIN & FRANK FAIRFIELD play a double bill of old time string music and vocals at the Folk Music Center & Museum in Claremont.
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7:30 pm LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS, GRAMMY Nominee, play the “Music Under the Stars” series at Olivas Adobe in Ventura.
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BODEANS, plus SEAN WIGGINS, play the “Pershing Square Concert Series” in downtown L.A. Check with venue for show time.
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8 pm CROOKED STILL, with BETTY SOO opening, play the Lobero Theatre in Santa Barbara.
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8:30 pm “TCHAIKOVSKY SPECTACULAR WITH FIREWORKS” for the “Weekend Spectaculars” series at the Hollywood Bowl. (Runs Aug 20 & 21.)
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9 pm-1 am WUMBLOOZO at Joe's Great American Bar & Grill in Burbank.
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1 pm “DEVELOP AND IMPROVE YOUR YODEL” by JUDY CODER presented by the Western Music Association, California Chapter, at the Autry National Center / Autry Museum of the American West, in Griffith Park, L.A.
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Sat, Aug 21, on TV & web TV:
3 pm (Pacific) JUNI FISHER, top award-winning Western singer-songwriter, performs on the “OUT WEST CONCERT SERIES” show on Time Warner Cable channel 20 and AT&T U-verse channel 99 in the Santa Clarita Valley, and worldwide on the web simulcast at www.SCVTV.com. Red Geetar Records recording artist Juni Fisher has performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” and won ‘purt near every award a western artist can win:
2009 WMA Female Performer of the Year,
2009 WMA Album of the Year
2008 Natl. Cowboy Museum Wrangler Award Winner
2008 WMA Songwriter of the Year
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Sat, Aug 21; runs Aug 20-22, festival, in San Diego County; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
“SUMMERGRASS: THE SAN DIEGO BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL” with JOHN REISCHMAN & THE JAY BIRDS, MICHAEL CLEVELAND & FLAMEKEEPER, SPECIAL CONSENSUS BLUEGRASS BAND, BLUEGRASS ETC, CHRIS STUART & BACKCOUNTRY, THE VIRTUAL STRANGERS, LONESOME OTIS, and more, at the Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, 2040 N. Santa Fe Av, Vista; 858-679-4854; www.summergrass.net
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Sat & Sun, Aug 21 & 22, in Cotati, CA:
15th Annual “COTATI ACCORDION FESTIVAL” with QUEEN IDA & HER ZYDECO BAND, five-time Grammy winner FLACO JIMENEZ, and 26 accordion-playing singer / Multi-instrumentalist / accordion-based bands, at La Plaza Park in Cotati, CA. Info and advance tix, www.cotatifest.com
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This year’s nonprofit, multicultural festival promises to be bigger than ever before. SOURDOUGH SLIM performs with ROBERT ARMSTRONG on Sunday at 11:35 am. Check-out some Sourdough Slim performance videos:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-kbdZUDWBM
www.youtube.com/watch?v=HajY_r6RNy0
www.youtube.com/watch?v=_V9NTG6cUj0
www.youtube.com/watch?v=p6aRDawFme4
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Sat, Aug 21, in Fremont (Northern Cal):
10 am-7 pm annual “CAJUN / ZYDECO FESTIVAL” at Ardenwood Farms, Fremont; 510-636-1684. Five bands, dance lessons, Louisiana French cuisine, plus the usual offerings of the Farm.
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Annual “PORTOLA RAILROAD DAYS” at three venues - the Caboose in Old Town Portola, the Western Pacific Railroad Museum, and Portola City Park. Info, 530-836-6811. There’s music under the “Big Tent,” the “Golden Spike Parade,” train rides aboard historic equipment, fake rock climbing wall, motocross demonstrations, food, “Hobo Stew” contest, a 5&10 K run-walk, kid’s fishing derby, Lucky Duck Race, art & craft vendors, wine tasting, model train displays, more.
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Annual “MAMMOTH FESTIVAL” in the Village at Mammoth seems to be centered on wine and art in galleries. Info, 800-626-6684.
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Annual “BLACKBERRY FESTIVAL” with “entertainment galore,” car show, farmers market, Mendocino County wine tasting, 5 & 10 K race, and oh yes, blackberries. Info, 707-983-6144.
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Annual “PRINCETON TRADITIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL” in Princeton, British Columbia, with JON BARTLETT & RIKA RUEBSAAT, JOHN GOTHARD, STEWART HENDRICKSON, CHRIS ROE, GREAT BIG SING, SIMON TREVELYAN, and many others. Info, http://princetonfestival.wordpress.com
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“2010 INDIEGRRL WOMEN IN THE ARTS FESTIVAL / CONFERENCE” Holiday Inn World's Fair Park, 525 Henley St, Knoxville, TN. Indiegrrl is a key non profit indie music organization. Board Member GILLI MOON says, “I love them because they offer so much support and opportunities for female artists. This conference will include performances (mine included) of a ton of beautiful and strong women artists, and some great educational music business panels.”
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Sat & Sun, Aug 21 & 22, in Denmark:
Annual “COPENHAGEN SONGWRITER’S FESTIVAL” produced by Southern Cal native BRETT PERKINS. Brett has built a big-deal event in Europe. Info, www.brettperkins.com
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Annual “BAYBEATS,” Southeast Asia's version of SXSW, in the Republic of Singapore.
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Annual “BIG BEAR COWBOY GATHERING” with SOURDOUGH SLIM and many other headline acts, at Big Bear Lake, including the Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center, 39707 Big Bear Bl, Big Bear Lake 92315; 909-866-4970; bblpac@citybigbearlake.com. This festival draws presents award-winning cowboy / western performers and cowboy poets; more at www.bigbearcowboygathering.net
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Check-out some Sourdough Slim performance videos:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-kbdZUDWBM
www.youtube.com/watch?v=HajY_r6RNy0
www.youtube.com/watch?v=_V9NTG6cUj0
www.youtube.com/watch?v=p6aRDawFme4
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10:30 am-9:30 pm “SAWDUST ART FESTIVAL'S 2ND ANNUAL BEATLES DAY” at the Sawdust Festival grounds, aka “Laguna Beach Sawdust Art Festival,” 935 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach 92651; 949-494-3030; www.sawdustartfestival.org.
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Live Entertainment schedule:
Mike O’Bryan / acoustic rock, 11:30 am-4 pm on Greek Grille stage.
Chris and Sue / rock, 11:30 am-4 pm, Tavern stage.
Blue Latitude (Beatles tribute) / rock, Noon-4:30 pm on Main Entertainment Deck.
Wade Egan / alternative rock, 5-9:30 pm on Tavern stage.
Rubber Sole (Beatles tribute), 5:30-9:45 pm on Main Entertainment Deck.
Dan Yablanka / rock, blues, 5-9:30 pm, on Greek Grille stage.
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Euro-Beer Invasion:
European beers at the Sawdust Saloon - Boddington's, Czechvar, Stella, Abbey Leffe, Hoegaarden, are $3 each today only:
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FOR CHILDREN - Beatles-themed Art Classes include:
“Beatles Magnets,” 10:30 am-12:30 pm, where you can join Sawdust artist Rosanne Nitti and Sawdust staff in creating decorated magnets at the Children's Art Spot. Ages 5+.
“Air-Dry Clay Musical Instruments,” 11 am-noon, where you cna create your favorite Beatles musical instrument out of air-dry clay with Sawdust staff near the Main Entertainment Deck. Ages 4-12.
“Sawdust Beatles Band,” 1–5:30 pm, where Evelda Loftsgaard will lead a mini Beatles Band. Children can chime in to the tunes of the Beatles with percussive instruments at the Children's Art Spot. Ages up to 8 yrs.
“’60s Monograms,” 7-8 pm, where you can learn the art of monogramming and create your favorite ’60s design at the Sawdust Studio. Ages 6+.
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Sat, Aug 21, workshop; an “EVENT-OF-THE-WEEK FOR ARTISTS:
1 pm “DEVELOP AND IMPROVE YOUR YODEL” by JUDY CODER presented by the Western Music Association, California Chapter, at the Autry National Center / Autry Museum of the American West, 4700 Western Heritage Way, Griffith Park, L.A. 90027. Held in the classrooms adjacent to the museum’s Wells Fargo Theater.
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International Yodeling Champion and Kansas’ own “Yodeling Princess” JUDY CODER presents an exciting workshop on the techniques of yodeling. People throughout the world have used yodeling for communication and adding expression to their music. In the United States, both bluegrass and western music have integrated yodeling in their styles. Judy has twice been named “International Yodeling Champion” by the Western Music Association. Her other titles include Academy of Western Artists “Yodeler of the Year,” and she’s been named the “Patsy Montana National Yodeling Champion.” Classically trained with a background in music education, Judy applies her expertise to her yodeling, and she is a great teacher. This is a fine and very unusual opportunity to learn secrets from the expert.
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Questions, contact Marilyn Tuttle at 818-365-8709 or Lindalee Green at 661-297-5955 or lindaleegreen@earthlink.net. $20 fee; $15 for WMA members; $5 for kids age 12 & under.
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Sat, Aug 21, on TV & web TV:
3 pm (Pacific) JUNI FISHER, top award-winning Western singer-songwriter, performs on the “OUT WEST CONCERT SERIES” show on Time Warner Cable channel 20 and AT&T U-verse channel 99 in the Santa Clarita Valley, and worldwide on the web simulcast at www.SCVTV.com. Red Geetar Records recording artist Juni Fisher has performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” and won ‘purt near every award a western artist can win:
2009 WMA Female Performer of the Year,
2009 WMA Album of the Year
2008 Natl. Cowboy Museum Wrangler Award Winner
2008 WMA Songwriter of the Year
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Sat & Sun, Aug 21 & 22; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
4-5:30 pm SARAH LEE GUTHRIE & FAMILY play the “GARDEN CONCERTS FOR KIDS” 2010 series conclusion at the Getty Center, 1200 Getty Center Dr, L.A. 90049; 310-440-7300.
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The summertime series brings free concerts in the Central Garden for kids and families with some of the best children's musicians from across the nation. Free concert, parking is $10.
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Sat, Aug 21; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7 pm MEN OF WORTH, the great Scottish duo of DONNIE MacDONALD & JAMES KEIGHER, play a house concert in Santa Monica. Reservations get directions. Info, www.menofworth.com
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“The folk-music duo, Men of Worth, was formed by James Keigher (Ireland) and Donnie Macdonald (Scotland) in 1986. Both exiles, it was through the Celtic music scene in Southern California that James and Donnie first met, and within a couple of years a partnership developed that was simultaneously serious and fun.
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“Geographical changes now find James and Donnie living in Southern Oregon and Northern California respectively. Whilst remaining true to their Gaelic roots, Men of Worth have successfully evolved as entertainers. Success breeds success, and a natural progression toward education and travel has sealed the next decade as an exciting and pioneering era for the versatile duo.” – FolkWorks.
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Sat, Aug 21; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7 pm Champion Yodeler JUDY CODER plus top western music award winners THE TUMBLING TUMBLEWEEDS in a double bill at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-794-2424; venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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JUDY CODER is the International Yodeling Champion and Kansas’ own “Yodeling Princess.” Classically trained with a background in music education, Judy applies her expertise to her yodeling. Judy has twice been named “International Yodeling Champion” by the Western Music Association. Her other titles include Academy of Western Artists “Yodeler of the Year,” and she’s been named the “Patsy Montana National Yodeling Champion.” In the United States, both bluegrass and western music have integrated yodeling in their styles, deriving from a much older tradition. People throughout the world have used yodeling for communication and adding expression to their music. In addition to tonight’s show, Judy does a yodeling workshop for singers at 1 pm today at the Autry Museum (see listing).
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THE TUMBLING TUMBLEWEEDS return to the venue where they played their first show, on the way to winning the top awards in western music. While they began as a tribute to the SONS OF THE PIONEERS, they combine fine vocal harmonies with fancy footwork and their own originals that are played on all the western music radio shows in North America and Europe. Recently featured on the Channel 5 Morning News, they were the musical headliners at the Autry Museum’s “National Day of the Cowboy & Cowgirl” in July, an event that set records for attendance. More at www.thetumblingtumbleweeds.com. Tix, $20.
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Sat, Aug 21; Fri & Sat, Aug 21 & 22:
7 pm ERIC SARDINAS, KEN VALDEZ, with BOBBY BLUEHOUSE opening, for “TWO NIGHTS, THREE GREAT BANDS” at the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91006; www.arcadiabluesclub.com; 626-447-9349. For seats, make reservations; dinner reservations hold tables until 8:30 pm. More:
Eric Sardinas info, http://srv.ezinedirector.net/?n=3960169&s=93914888;
Ken Valdez info, http://srv.ezinedirector.net/?n=3960170&s=93914888;
Bobby Bluehouse Band opening at 7 pm each night. Doors at 6 pm. Tix, $20.
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Sat, Aug 21; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
BODEANS, plus SEAN WIGGINS, play the “Pershing Square Concert Series” at Pershing Square, on W 5th St between S Olive St & S Hill St, downtown L.A.; www.laparks.org/pershingsquare. Summer outdoor music series. Ride the Red Line subway to the Pershing Square Station and avoid expensive downtown L.A. parking. Grab some take-out food at nearby Grand Central Market, and enjoy table seating beneath shade umbrellas, or bring a lawn chair or blanket. Lunchtime series is always free; some evening concerts charge admission. Check with venue for show time.
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Sat, Aug 21; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick, in OC:
7:30 pm JOYCE WOODSON plus RAY DOYLE, in an evening of western folk music at the “LIVING TRADITION” music series, at the Anaheim Downtown Community Center, 250 E Center St, Anaheim; www.thelivingtradition.org; reservations 949-646-1964 or steve@psitech.com.
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JOYCE WOODSON is Orange County’s own western-folk star singer-songwriter. Joyce beautifully presents her award-winning take on Western music. With her crystal clear voice and mellifluous guitar playing, her songs tell stories that bring the characters to life as if they are sitting next to you at the campfire.
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Sat, Aug 21; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm ROUND MOUNTAIN & FRANK FAIRFIELD play a double bill of old time string music, contemporary roots music, and vocals, at the Folk Music Center & Museum, 220 Yale Av, Claremont 91711; 909-624-2928; www.folkmusiccenter.com. More at www.roundmountainmusic.com and www.myspace.com/frankfairfield. Doors at 7 pm. Tix, $12.
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Sat, Aug 21; every Sat, Jul 10-Sep 11, in Ventura:
7:30-9:30 pm “MUSIC UNDER THE STARS” brings a different band each week, for music in various genres, to Olivas Adobe, 4200 Olivas Park Dr, Ventura. Info, 805-658-4726. Tix, $18; optional dinner is $13.50.
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Sat, Aug 21; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick, in Ventura:
7:30 pm LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS, GRAMMY Nominee, play the “Music Under the Stars” series at Olivas Adobe, 4200 Olivas Park Dr, Ventura 93003; show info, www.cityofventura.net/community_services/cultural_affairs/cultural_services_events/music_stars or 805-658-4726.
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Catch a video of them live at the San Diego Gator Festival at www.youtube.com/watch?v=hKI9LHinDPM and www.youtube.com/watch?v=llHKUzjggg4 and more at www.myspace.com/lisahaley
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Sat, Aug 21; world music:
NORTEC COLLECTIVE and MR. VALLENATO play the “GRAND PERFORMANCES” series at California Plaza Fountain Court, 350 S Grand Av, LA; 213-687-2159; www.grandperformances.org.
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Sat, Aug 21, in Santa Barbara; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm CROOKED STILL, with BETTY SOO opening, play the Lobero Theatre, 33 E Canon Perdido St, Santa Barbara; 805-963-0761; www.lobero.com. (“Performances to Grow On” venue; www.ptgo.org; 805-646-8907.)
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This five-piece band (vocalist Aoife O'Donovan, banjo player Dr. Gregory Liszt, bassist Corey DiMario, cellist Tristan Clarridge and fiddler Brittany Haas) is still evolving, but, as Sing Out! magazine puts it: "Crooked Still's vision of string band and bluegrass music sounds like nobody else's... they play their instruments gorgeously, radiating warmth and [a] deep love of the music and songs they play."
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“Purveyors of the nu-folk, bluegrass movement, Crooked Still are equal parts ambassador and innovators as evidenced on their newest release Some Strange Country available May 18th on Signature Sounds. The musical prowess of this defiantly non-traditional bluegrass quintet is on display as radically re-imagined traditional fare blends seamlessly alongside four original compositions and a surprising take on the Rolling Stones' ‘You Got The Silver.’” – FolkWorks.
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8 pm LA SANTA CECELIA plays the “Patchwork of America” series at Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts Pasadena, in Memorial Park, 85 E Holly St, (really Raymond & Walnut), Pasadena 91103; 626-683-3230; www.levittpavilionpasadena.org.
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This group creatively combines cumbia, bossa nova, tango, rock, and klezmer music.
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Series runs all summer, several themed nights each week, and includes the “Patchwork of America Series,” a children’s series (7 pm, Wednesdays), and a world music series. Some bench seating with backs is available to sides of center stage. Bring your lawn chair or blanket, and a picnic, but no alcohol is allowed in the park. Ride the Gold Line light rail to Memorial Park Station, to avoid dealing with expensive Old Town Pasadena parking (or park north of the 210 Fwy and walk). Nice outdoor venue.
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The summer’s free music series at the Pasadena venue includes Christian Scott on Aug 22; Debi Derryberry (kids show) on Aug 25; Chuck Mead (Americana; former member of BR549) on Aug 26; Jayme Stone on Aug 27; Roger Espinoza on Aug 28; and a season closer with Rhythmic Circus presenting “Feet Don’t Fail Me Now,” an “innovative” jazz / urban tap dance show on Aug 29. There are other shows in the Levitt series, waaay outside the Guide’s genres. Full calendar of the venue’s summer series at their website. Free show.
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8 & 9:30 pm “THE JAZZ BAKERY'S MOVEABLE FEAST” brings THE WOODFORD, EHLING, RATNER & WALLACE QUARTET to the Boston Court Performing Arts Center, 70 N Mentor Av, Pasadena 91106; www.bostoncourt.org; 626-683-6883.
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It’s Colin Woodford on drums, Otto Ehling on piano, Adam Ratner on guitar, and Carter Wallace on bass.
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Sat, Aug 21; extended indefinitely; live theatre; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
CANCELLED: SHOW HAS ENDED ITS EXTENDED RUN. 8 pm Fri & Sat (& 5 pm Sun) “JUST 45 MINUTES FROM BROADWAY,” the critically-acclaimed world-premiere HENRY JAGLOM play has been extended at Edgemar Center for the Arts, on the Main Stage, 2437 Main St, Santa Monica 90405. Reservations req’d at 310-392-7327 or www.edgemarcenter.org (under events tab).
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Multiplatinum songwriter and cast member HARRIET SCHOCK tells us, “There’s a film being made of it, Henry Jaglom has already started shooting. Audiences love it and we’ve enjoyed performing it [well over 100] times. We’ve been extended again, but please don’t wait too long to see [this] wonderful, funny, moving, thoroughly enjoyable play.”
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Harriet Schock has worked with famous film director Henry Jaglom, writing the music for several of his feature film projects, and performing that music on-camera in his latest, “Irene in Time,” which stars Tanna Frederick, also the star if this play, making its world-premiere run.
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“JUST 45 MINUTES FROM BROADWAY” stars TANNA FREDERICK, JULIE DAVIS, DAVID GARVER, JACK HELLER, DAVID PROVAL, DIANE SALINGER, & HARRIET SCHOCK. Directed by Gary Imhoff, produced by Alexandra Guarnieri.
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"A near-Chekhovian delight! Go !!! " - L.A. Weekly
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"Henry Jaglom's new play rocks! A brilliant comic cast!" - The Huffington Post
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"Tanna Frederick moves effortlessly through an array of emotions, she & David Garver exude a quiet magnetism. Jaglom's homage to theatre people will appeal to everyone." - Hollywood Reporter
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"Henry Jaglom is a master storyteller. 'Lust 45 Minutes from Broadway' should tickle New York theatergoers when it moves closer than 45 minutes away." - For ReviewPlays.com )in The Santa Monica Daily Press and The San Diego Jewish World)
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Runs Fridays & Saturdays at 8 pm, Sundays at 5 pm, in an extended run. Parking is available (fee charged) in an onsite structure, and metered parking is available in nearby Lot 11, across the street from Peet's Coffee. Tix, $25.
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8:30-9:20 pm TRACY NEWMAN & THE REINFORCEMENTS play one set at Genghis Cohen, 740 N Fairfax Av, L.A. 90046; www.genghiscohen.com; 323-653-0640.
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The GUIDE’s August 13 edition focused our feature, “We’d Like You to Meet…” on Tracy Newman. Here’s what we said about her:
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TRACY NEWMAN & THE REINFORCEMENTS is how she’s usually billed, though she does just fine solo, with her original songs and guitar. Tracy Newman is the only singer-songwriter who has both an EMMY and a PEABODY AWARD. If she can get a GRAMMY, she’ll have the trifecta. And she’s working on it.
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It’s taken TRACY NEWMAN a while to get back to her musical dream. Along the way, she worked as a TV writer, with writing partner JONATHAN STARK. Their first steady job was on "Cheers." After that, they were on staff at "Bob" (starring BOB NEWHART), then "The Nanny," "Ellen," and "The Drew Carey Show." In 1997, they won the Emmy and the prestigious Peabody Award for writing the ground-breaking “coming out” episode of “Ellen.” In 2001, they created the ABC comedy, "According to Jim," a TV series vehicle for JIM BELUSHI, which recently completed it’s eighth and final season of production.
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Tracy will tell you that she was writing songs all along. She is once again performing full-time as a musician – after a considerable hiatus doing a lot of other things and winning top awards. Her first CD, “A Place in the Sun,” debuted on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” en-route to global airplay, and most of the songs on it were first heard when Tracy performed them live on the show during a series of visits over two or three years.
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Tracy has some fascinating affiliations. She was co-founder of the famous comedy troupe, THE GROUNDLINGS. As for another co-founder? That’s her sister, LARAINE NEWMAN, one of the original cast members of TV’s “Saturday Night Live.” Their brother is “old-time” music-maker DUTCH NEWMAN of the MUSICAL MELODIANS. It’s quite a family, as Tracy subtly emphasizes when she sings “Laraine,” her tribute to her sister as life is for her these days, a Southern California mom who still enjoys time in the pool.
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Venue is known for its Chinese food and full bar. Tracy says, “Get there early and eat in the dining room, or get there at 8 and eat in the showroom. Either way, get there early! Act like we go on at 8. Ample parking. Make reservations for dinner!” Cover, $10.
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Sat, Aug 21; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8:30 pm “TCHAIKOVSKY SPECTACULAR WITH FIREWORKS” for the “Weekend Spectaculars” series at the Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Av, Hollywood; 323-850-2000 or 213-480-3232; www.hollywoodbowl.com. With the LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC, BRAMWELL TOVEY, conductor; BAIBA SKRIDE, violin; USC TROJAN MARCHING BAND, DR. ARTHUR C. BARTNER, director. Runs Aug 20 & 21.
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ORQUESTRA CHARANGOA, with special guest artist from New York, ALFREDO DE LA FE on violin, at The Granada, 17 S. First St, Alhambra; www.letsdancela.com; 626-227-2572.
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Sat, Aug 21; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
9 pm-1 am WUMBLOOZO brings da blues to Joe's Great American Bar & Grill, 4311 W Magnolia, Burbank 91505. Harmonica virtuoso HERBIE KATZ (aka DR. FUN) tells us, “Come on down for some dancing. Joe's has a very large dance floor, some good eats, pool or dart game, or just sitting and tapping your foot to the tunes of Wumbloozo.” More at www.wumbloozo.com or www.myspace.com/wumbloozo
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Sat, Aug 21:
9 pm THE CHEATIN' KIND plus GROOVY REDNECKS play a mostly electric alt-country/Americana show at the Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Bl (between Washington & Venice), Culver City 90230; www.myspace.com/thecinemabar; 310-390-1328; music series hotline 310-250-1317. Venue is 21+. No cover, bring $ for the tip jar.
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Sat, Aug 21:
9 pm MIGUEL GARCIA & THE VACQUETONES play the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166.
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10 pm DAN JANISCH plus THE CHEATIN’ KIND at the Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Bl (between Washington & Venice), Culver City 90230; www.myspace.com/thecinemabar; 310-390-1328; music series hotline 310-250-1317. CHEATIN’ KIND at 10, DAN JANISCH at 11:30 pm. Venue is 21+. No cover, bring $ for the tip jar.
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10:30 pm THE RUNNING KIND at Taix Lounge, 1911 W Sunset Bl, Echo Park. Venue has full bar, good French food. No cover.
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Included are today & tonight’s weekly and monthly residencies, series, showcases, workshops, open mics and other acoustic music events that are scheduled in advance to happen today and tonight, from northern Santa Barbara County to south Orange County, from downtown L.A. to the valleys to the Inland Empire, from the desert to the sea.
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http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2010/08/saturday-third-saturday-every-month.html
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Annual “BIG BEAR COWBOY GATHERING” at Big Bear Lake, including the Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center, 39707 Big Bear Bl, Big Bear Lake 92315; 909-866-4970; bblpac@citybigbearlake.com. With many award-winning cowboy / western performers and cowboy poets. (Runs Thu-Sun, Aug 19-22.)
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2 pm & 7 pm DAVE STAMEY, winner of every Western Music award, plays two shows, an afternoon matinee and an evening concert, at the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena.
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4-5:30 pm SARAH LEE GUTHRIE & FAMILY play the “GARDEN CONCERTS FOR KIDS” 2010 series conclusion at the Getty Center in L.A. (Runs this Sat & Sun.
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4:30-6 pm MEN OF WORTH, the great Scottish duo, joined by EVAN ANDERSON, JILL CASSIDY, BOB AND PEGGY DOUGHERTY, BARBARA GERSHMAN, PATTY MCCOLLOM, & BARBARA WHITNEY, at Lantern Bay Park in Dana Point.
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7 pm CROOKED STILL plays McCabe’s in Santa Monica.
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7 pm (& 2 pm) DAVE STAMEY, winner of every Western Music award, plays two shows, an afternoon matinee and an evening concert, at the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena.
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4:30-6 pm ”CHROMATIC HARMONICA WORKSHOP” with BILL BARRETT at the Folk Music Center & Museum in Claremont.
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Sun, Aug 22, in Paso Robles (CA Central Coast):
11 am-4 pm Annual “PASO ROBLES OLIVE FESTIVAL” in downtown Paso Robles; info, 805-238-4103; www.pasoolivefestival.com. It has live music and olive-inspired cuisine, including free olive oil ice cream. There are cooking demonstrations in an “Outdoors Cooking Stadium,” arts & crafts, children’s activities, olive product vendors, more.
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Sun, Aug 22; Fri-Sun, Aug 20-22, festival, in San Diego County:
“SUMMERGRASS: THE SAN DIEGO BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL” with JOHN REISCHMAN & THE JAY BIRDS, MICHAEL CLEVELAND & FLAMEKEEPER, SPECIAL CONSENSUS BLUEGRASS BAND, BLUEGRASS ETC, CHRIS STUART & BACKCOUNTRY, THE VIRTUAL STRANGERS, LONESOME OTIS, and more, at the Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, 2040 N. Santa Fe Av, Vista; 858-679-4854; www.summergrass.net
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Sun, Aug 22; Sat & Sun, Aug 21 & 22, in Cotati, CA:
Annual “COTATI ACCORDION FESTIVAL” with SOURDOUGH SLIM and other accordion-playing singers and multi-instrumentalists, at La Plaza Park in Cotati, CA. Sourdough performs with ROBERT ARMSTRONG on Sunday at 11:35 am. Info, www.cotatifest.com
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Check-out some Sourdough Slim performance videos:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-kbdZUDWBM
www.youtube.com/watch?v=HajY_r6RNy0
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www.youtube.com/watch?v=p6aRDawFme4
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Sun, Aug 22; Fri-Sun, Aug 20-22, festival, in Mammoth Lakes:
Annual “MAMMOTH FESTIVAL” in the Village at Mammoth seems to be centered on wine and art in galleries. Info, 800-626-6684.
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Sun, Aug 22; Sat & Sun, Aug 21 & 22, in Denmark:
Annual “COPENHAGEN SONGWRITER’S FESTIVAL” produced by Southern Cal native BRETT PERKINS. Brett has built a big-deal event in Europe. Info, www.brettperkins.com
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Annual “BAYBEATS,” Southeast Asia's version of SXSW, in the Republic of Singapore.
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Annual “BIG BEAR COWBOY GATHERING” with SOURDOUGH SLIM and many other headline acts, at Big Bear Lake, including the Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center, 39707 Big Bear Bl, Big Bear Lake 92315; 909-866-4970; bblpac@citybigbearlake.com. This festival draws presents award-winning cowboy / western performers and cowboy poets; more at www.bigbearcowboygathering.net
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www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-kbdZUDWBM
www.youtube.com/watch?v=HajY_r6RNy0
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11 am HEIDI SWEDBERG & The SUKEY JUMP BAND play a “Matinee Kids' Show” at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $8 (kids under age 2 are free).
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1:30-4:30 pm “CALIFORNIA OLD-TIME FIDDLERS ASSOCIATION ACOUSTIC JAM,” welcomes players, dancers, listeners, and those interested in learning to play an instrument, at Oak View Community Center, 18 Valley Rd, Oak View. Info, 805-517-1131 or 805-640-3689. Refreshments available for purchase. Free.
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Sun, Aug 22; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
2 pm & 7 pm DAVE STAMEY plays two shows, an afternoon matinee and an evening concert, at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-794-2424; venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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DAVE STAMEY is a marvelous performing songwriter who has won every award in western music, at least once. Voted Male Performer of the Year by the Western Music Association, winner of the Will Rogers Award for Male Vocalist of the Year from the Academy of Western Artists, and a five-time nominee before winning Songwriter Of The Year, Dave Stamey is one of the most popular Western Entertainers working today. His vast repertoire of classic and original Western folk music represents a link between today's Americana singer-songwriters and the old-time cowboy balladeers. He has delighted audiences in seven states, performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” and will tell you he has found that he “prefers this type of work to being stomped by angry horses.”
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Sun, Aug 22; Sat & Sun, Aug 21 & 22; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
4-5:30 pm SARAH LEE GUTHRIE & FAMILY play the “GARDEN CONCERTS FOR KIDS” 2010 series conclusion at the Getty Center, 1200 Getty Center Dr, L.A. 90049; 310-440-7300.
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Sun, Aug 22:
4:30-6 pm MEN OF WORTH duo of DONNIE MacDONALD & JAMES KEIGHER, plus local musicians who were on the recent MEN OF WORTH tour to Scotland – EVAN ANDERSON, JILL CASSIDY, BOB AND PEGGY DOUGHERTY, BARBARA GERSHMAN, PATTY MCCOLLOM, & BARBARA WHITNEY – joining them for a cameo appearance the last 15 minutes, at Lantern Bay Park, 25111 Park Lantern Rd, Dana Point 92629. Info, call Patty, at 714-267-4567. Free.
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Sun, Aug 22; an “EVENT-OF-THE-WEEK for artists” pick:
4:30-6 pm ”CHROMATIC HARMONICA WORKSHOP” with BILL BARRETT at the Folk Music Center & Museum, 220 Yale Av, Claremont 91711; 909-624-2928; www.folkmusiccenter.com. More at www.myspace.com/billbarrett23. Call venue for sign-ups & info. Fee, $20.
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5 pm “JOHNNY WHITESIDE'S MESSAROUND” at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506. Venue has full bar, serves Mexican food. No cover.
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CANCELLED: SHOW HAS ENDED ITS EXTENDED RUN. 5 pm Sun (& 8 pm Fri & Sat) “JUST 45 MINUTES FROM BROADWAY,” the critically-acclaimed world-premiere HENRY JAGLOM play has been extended at Edgemar Center for the Arts, on the Main Stage, 2437 Main St, Santa Monica 90405. Reservations req’d at 310-392-7327 or www.edgemarcenter.org (under events tab).
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Multiplatinum songwriter and cast member HARRIET SCHOCK tells us, “There’s a film being made of it, Henry Jaglom has already started shooting. Audiences love it and we’ve enjoyed performing it [well over 100] times. We’ve been extended again, but please don’t wait too long to see [this] wonderful, funny, moving, thoroughly enjoyable play.”
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Harriet Schock has worked with famous film director Henry Jaglom, writing the music for several of his feature film projects, and performing that music on-camera in his latest, “Irene in Time,” which stars Tanna Frederick, also the star if this play, making its world-premiere run.
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“JUST 45 MINUTES FROM BROADWAY” stars TANNA FREDERICK, JULIE DAVIS, DAVID GARVER, JACK HELLER, DAVID PROVAL, DIANE SALINGER, & HARRIET SCHOCK. Directed by Gary Imhoff, produced by Alexandra Guarnieri.
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"A near-Chekhovian delight! Go !!! " - L.A. Weekly
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"Henry Jaglom's new play rocks! A brilliant comic cast!" - The Huffington Post
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"Tanna Frederick moves effortlessly through an array of emotions, she & David Garver exude a quiet magnetism. Jaglom's homage to theatre people will appeal to everyone." - Hollywood Reporter
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"Henry Jaglom is a master storyteller. 'Lust 45 Minutes from Broadway' should tickle New York theatergoers when it moves closer than 45 minutes away." - For ReviewPlays.com )in The Santa Monica Daily Press and The San Diego Jewish World)
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Runs Fridays & Saturdays at 8 pm, Sundays at 5 pm, in an extended run. Parking is available (fee charged) in an onsite structure, and metered parking is available in nearby Lot 11, across the street from Peet's Coffee. Tix, $25.
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Sun, Aug 22:
6 pm TICKET TO RIDE (a tribute to THE BEATLES) play this week’s not-exactly-acoustic free show at the “CONCERTS ON THE GREEN” series, sponsored by Valley Cultural Center at Lou Bredlow Pavilion, Warner Center Park, 5800 Topanga Canyon Bl, Woodland Hills; www.valleycultural.org; 818-704-1358. Bring folding chairs or a blanket and get there early to find a good spot. Food and beverages available inexpensively in the park for these concerts. Free show.
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Sun, Aug 22; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7 pm DAVE STAMEY plays two shows, an afternoon matinee (2 pm) and this evening concert, at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-794-2424; venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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DAVE STAMEY is a marvelous performing songwriter who has won every award in western music, at least once. Voted Male Performer of the Year by the Western Music Association, winner of the Will Rogers Award for Male Vocalist of the Year from the Academy of Western Artists, and a five-time nominee before winning Songwriter Of The Year, Dave Stamey is one of the most popular Western Entertainers working today. His vast repertoire of classic and original Western folk music represents a link between today's Americana singer-songwriters and the old-time cowboy balladeers. He has delighted audiences in seven states, performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” and will tell you he has found that he “prefers this type of work to being stomped by angry horses.”
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Sun, Aug 22; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7 pm CROOKED STILL plays McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497.
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McCabe’s booker Lincoln says, “We've got one of the hottest "newgrass" groups around coming to McCabe's this Sunday when we welcome back Boston-based CROOKED STILL. This five-piece band (vocalist Aoife O'Donovan, banjo player Dr. Gregory Liszt, bassist Corey DiMario, cellist Tristan Clarridge and fiddler Brittany Haas) is still evolving, but, as Sing Out! magazine puts it: "Crooked Still's vision of string band and bluegrass music sounds like nobody else's... they play their instruments gorgeously, radiating warmth and [a] deep love of the music and songs they play." Seriously, this is a very cool show and it will sell out by Sunday, so get your tickets while you can!”
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“Purveyors of the nu-folk, bluegrass movement, Crooked Still are equal parts ambassador and innovators as evidenced on their newest release Some Strange Country available May 18th on Signature Sounds. The musical prowess of this defiantly non-traditional bluegrass quintet is on display as radically re-imagined traditional fare blends seamlessly alongside four original compositions and a surprising take on the Rolling Stones' ‘You Got The Silver.’” – FolkWorks. Tix, $17.50.
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Sun, Aug 22:
7 pm CHRISTIAN SCOTT at Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts Pasadena, in Memorial Park, 85 E Holly St, (really Raymond & Walnut), Pasadena 91103; 626-683-3230; www.levittpavilionpasadena.org.
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Christian Scott is a Grammy-nominated trumpeter, credited with leading a new generation of jazz musicians.
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The venue’s summer series features several themed nights each week, and includes the “Patchwork of America Series,” a children’s series (7 pm, Wednesdays), and a world music series. Some bench seating with backs is available to sides of center stage. Bring your lawn chair or blanket, and a picnic, but no alcohol is allowed in the park. Ride the Gold Line light rail to Memorial Park Station, to avoid dealing with expensive Old Town Pasadena parking (or park north of the 210 Fwy and walk). Nice outdoor venue.
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The summer’s free music series at the Pasadena venue includes Debi Derryberry (kids show) on Aug 25; Chuck Mead (Americana; former member of BR549) on Aug 26; Jayme Stone on Aug 27; Roger Espinoza on Aug 28; and a season closer with Rhythmic Circus presenting “Feet Don’t Fail Me Now,” an “innovative” jazz / urban tap dance show on Aug 29. There are other shows in the Levitt series, waaay outside the Guide’s genres. Full calendar of the venue’s summer series at their website. Free show.
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THE RICK HOLMSTROM BAND plays The Liquid Kitty, 11780 W Pico Bl, L.A. 90064.
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AUSTIN HARTLEY LEONARD plays The Foundry on Melrose, 7465 Melrose Av, L.A. 90046; www.thefoundryonmelrose.com.
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HERE ARE 39 (Thirty-nine!) MORE EVENTS, HAPPENING TODAY & TONIGHT!
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Included are today & tonight’s weekly and monthly residencies, series, showcases, workshops, open mics and other acoustic music events that are scheduled in advance to happen today and tonight, from northern Santa Barbara County to south Orange County, from downtown L.A. to the valleys to the Inland Empire, from the desert to the sea.
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http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2010/08/sunday-fourth-sunday.html
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MONDAY, AUGUST 23
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(1) Monday’s “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” picks:
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8 pm GWYNETH & MONKO at the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena.
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Mon, Aug 23; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm GWYNETH & MONKO at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-794-2424; venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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The earnest folk sentiments of Gwyneth & Monko ring with purity on their mostly acoustic EP, “Good Old Horse.” The songs mirror the musicians’ earnest lives stemming from their childhood into young adults and touring musicians. With a voice that invokes Jenny Lewis’ solo work crossed with the intimate folk of Gillian Welch; Gwyneth Moreland strums her guitar in subtle chords while Michael Monko accompanies her lyrical stories with trickling mandolin, steady acoustic guitar and folk accents. Gwyneth & Monko sound as if they come from classic country roots, perhaps off a farm in Tennessee, but it’s northern California they call home.
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Monko grew up in the San Francisco suburbs. He was drawn to classic folk and country instruments like the fiddle, banjo, and mandolin. He enrolled in Berklee College of Music online and even took theory courses. It was as he was defining his folkier side, that fate stepped in and he met Moreland. He was an instant complement to Moreland’s voice and lyrics with Monko’s Americana instrumentation.
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Monko and Moreland formed as band after the 2009 release of Moreland’s solo album “Wishbone.” When she was getting ready to tour for Wishbone, she searched for a back up band and fortune gave her multi-instrumentalist Monko. Almost immediately upon touring, the pair began writing music together. “The first time I heard Gwyneth sing, I knew she was special,” beams Monko. “I could only dream of playing with such talent.” “We both play an array of instruments (on the forthcoming full-length) that we didn't play on the EP,” says the singer. “There will be electric guitars, banjo, accordion, bass and keys. We are really excited to have time to explore and get the sounds we want.” Tix, $15.
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HERE ARE 22 (yep, Twenty-two!) MORE EVENTS, HAPPENING TODAY & TONIGHT!
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Included are today & tonight’s weekly and monthly residencies, series, showcases, workshops, open mics and other acoustic music events that are scheduled in advance to happen today and tonight, from northern Santa Barbara County to south Orange County, from downtown L.A. to the valleys to the Inland Empire, from the desert to the sea.
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http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2010/08/monday-fourth-monday.html
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(1) Tuesday’s “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” picks:
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7:30 pm CHRIS ISAAK plus special guest MARC BROUSSARD, at the Greek Theatre in Griffith Park, L.A.
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8 pm ADAM RAFFERTY at the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena.
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9 pm MANDA MOSHER plays her Record Release Show for “City Of Clowns” at Hotel Café in Hollywood.
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9 pm “ADAM MARSLAND'S '7Os SHOW” with DAN JANISCH, KRISTY CALLAN, RICH McCULLEY, NELSON BRAGG, NORM KELSEY, DAVID KAUFMAN, BRIAN WHELAN, ROB Z, ANNY CELSI, DAFNI, TINA DIGEORGE & ANNA MARIA ROSALES from E-Z TIGER, DEBRA TALA, DAVID JENKINS from RESONANT HEADS, ERIK HERRERA from THE LOST & FOUND, and more still being added, at the Cinema Bar in Culver City.
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Tue, Aug 24, every Tue, through August:
7-9 pm 7th annual “WINE, JAZZ & MOONLIGHT SERIES” is free, in the Central Courtyard on level 2, in the Hollywood & Highland Complex, 6801 Hollywood Bl, Hollywood 90028; 323-817-0220.
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The summerlong “Hollywood & Highland Free Concert Series” presents a variety of jazz, from the genres that folkies like to the ones that only hardcore afficianadoes of “smooth jazz” find tolerable. Co-sponsored by Hollywood & Highland Center and KJAZZ 88.1 FM. These free concerts feature “some of the country’s top jazz performers.”
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Here’s the remaining schedule:
Aug 24 - LUCY WOODWARD
Aug 31 - OSCAR HERNANDEZ & THE LA-NY CONNECTION
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Event is free, and there’s an optional wine tasting donation of $10 to “Project Angel Food” that gets you two glasses of wine and an assortment of gourmet cheeses, crackers and fruit to enjoy during the performance. Seating is limited, so show up early. There is something available called a “Hollywood & Highland Center Elephant Card” that gets you discounts at retailers and restaurants throughout the Center.
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Tue, Aug 24; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm CHRIS ISAAK plus special guest MARC BROUSSARD, at the Greek Theatre, 2700 N Vermont Ave in Griffith Park, L.A.; Greek Theatre hotline, 323-665-1927; tix, 213-480-3232; www.greektheatrela.com.
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He’s touring his greatest hits album, “Best of Chris Isaak,” with special guest MARC BROUSSARD.
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In the course of CHRIS ISAAK's career, he has released nine extraordinary albums, twelve singles, been nominated for two Grammy awards, acted in several motion pictures and starred in his own critically-acclaimed TV series. His shows with his longtime band SILVERTONE have entertained tens of thousands of people for over two decades. (Even his hair has its own fan club.) And yet, this highly praised platinum-selling artist had never done a greatest hits album, until now.
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“Best of Chris Isaak,” the CD and accompanying DVD, features 18 video clips by esteemed directors Gus Van Sant, Bruce Weber, Herb Ritts, Mary Lambert and Jean-Baptiste Mondino, and each takes listeners on a musical journey through the Stockton, Cal, native’s storied career, showcasing his celebrated songwriting, his smooth, dusky baritone (and tender falsetto that will alert your dog), and the intangible that’s been called his “effortless brand of stylish retro-cool.”
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The new album displays Isaak’s many different musical personas, as the rockabilly rebel (“Dancin’,” “Baby Did A Bad, Bad Thing,” “Speak Of The Devil”), the brokenhearted crooner (“Wicked Game,” “Somebody’s Crying”), and the breezy acoustic storyteller (“San Francisco Days,” “Two Hearts”). It includes two brand-new songs, the elegant “King Without A Castle,” and the break-up exhortation, “Let’s Have A Party,” along with his cover of Cheap Trick’s power-pop anthem “I Want You To Want Me” (a live Isaak concert favorite, previously unavailable on any of his CDs). Of that track, Isaak says, "It’s kind of fun to do something a little different for me." There’s one more cover, Isaak’s version of his hero, Roy Orbison’s, classic lovelorn ballad "Only The Lonely," and there’s a stirring, never-before-heard acoustic version of "Forever Blue." Live, it all oughta be even better.
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More on MARC BROSSARD at www.marcbroussard.com
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Tue, Aug 24; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm ADAM RAFFERTY at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-794-2424; venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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Online guitar forums are full of posts with a link to a YouTube video and a note saying “You’ve got to see this guy!” Very often, the link leads to Adam Rafferty, whose funky approach to fingerstyle guitar—including some imaginative interpretations of tunes by Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, and other popular artists—has made him something of an overnight sensation. Rafferty is touring internationally as a fingerstyle guitar soloist and has had recent appearances in Europe, Asia and US as a guest with guitar legend Tommy Emmanuel. Come on down and hear some “Funky Fingerstyle Guitar from New York City”. Here's What Fingerstyle Champion Pete Huttlinger Has To Say: "Like a needle in a hay stack of guitar players, Adam is a rare find.
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8 pm THE CATS-A-RENO play for “TUESDAY BLUES DAY” at The Pig 'n’ Whistle, 6714 Hollywood Bl, Hollywood 90028; www.pignwhistle.com; 323-463-0000.
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Tue, Aug 24; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
9 pm MANDA MOSHER plays her Record Release Show at Hotel Café, 1623 N Cahuenga Bl, Hollywood 90028; www.hotelcafe.com; 323-461-2040. Manda tells us, “I'm back in town after 2 1/2 months out on the road, [and now it’s time for] the release show for [my new CD] ‘City Of Clowns!’ Please join me and the band in a commemorative show at Hotel Café, celebrating my second release on Red Parlor Records. I'd recommend an early arrival.”
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Manda says she’s “Happy to be home for a couple weeks before heading to Nashville for the AMERICANA MUSIC AWARDS FEST and North Carolina radio dates. The journey continues. Can't wait to see you on Tuesday!”
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Manda continues, “We've done an exclusive with Amazon for the physical release of ‘City Of Clowns’ on August 31, which can now be pre-ordered [on her website]. I'll have physical copies at the show, as well, and ‘City Of Clowns’ is up on iTunes now. Leave a review or a rating, it's just up now without any customer reviews yet =)”
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Already, there is one published review: JASON LENT writes in SUN ON THE SAND, "Building on her strong 2009 debut ‘Everything You Need,’ Manda Mosher’s EP, ‘City Of Clowns,’ leaves you hoping that a full-length album will be close behind. With a vocal style that is equal parts AIMEE MANN and LUCINDA WILLIAMS, Mosher can craft a fine California-tinged pop tune (‘One True Love’) but it’s the more roots-oriented rockers that showcase her talents as a writer and musician. ‘Lay Me Down’ darts down a dusty highway with ringing guitars and a confident swagger while the title track explores life as a lifelong Los Angeles native with a keen eye for its absurd characters. There’s no bitterness in her portrait of the L.A. circus “where it all goes down” and the writing rings true...a delicious slice of West Coast Americana." More at www.mandamosher.com.
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Often, the cover charge at the venue is cheaper if you come earlier; music starts at 7 pm ands goes most nights until midnight. All sets start PROMPTLY, so Manda palys at 9 pm sharp. Be warned that there are very few seats, and to get one, you need to come early, sit at a table in front of the stage, and order from the menu. Cover, $10.
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Tue, Aug 24; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
9 pm “ADAM MARSLAND'S '7Os SHOW” at the Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Bl (between Washington & Venice), Culver City 90230; www.myspace.com/thecinemabar; 310-390-1328; music series hotline 310-250-1317. Venue is 21+. No cover, bring $ for the tip jar.
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Guests tonight include DAN JANISCH, KRISTY CALLAN, RICH McCULLEY, NELSON BRAGG, NORM KELSEY, DAVID KAUFMAN, BRIAN WHELAN, ROB Z, ANNY CELSI, DAFNI, TINA DIGEORGE & ANNA MARIA ROSALES from E-Z TIGER, DEBRA TALA, DAVID JENKINS from RESONANT HEADS, ERIK HERRERA from THE LOST & FOUND, and more still being added. More at www.richmcculley.com
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HERE ARE 26 (Yep, Twenty-six!) MORE EVENTS, HAPPENING TODAY & TONIGHT!
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Included are today & tonight’s weekly and monthly residencies, series, showcases, workshops, open mics and other acoustic music events that are scheduled in advance to happen today and tonight, from northern Santa Barbara County to south Orange County, from downtown L.A. to the valleys to the Inland Empire, from the desert to the sea.
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http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2010/08/tuesday-fourth-tuesday-every-month.html
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7:30 pm NORAH JONES, plus CORINNE BAILEY RAE, in a night with two Grammy winners, at the Greek Theatre in Griffith Park, L.A.
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10:30 pm AMANDA ABIZAID plays her CD Release Show for "This Life," at the “ACOUSTIC CORDIALE” series at Café Cordiale in Sherman Oaks.
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http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2010/03/wednesdays-radio-web-radio-tv-acoustic.html
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Wed-Thu, Aug 25 & 26, in Reno:
Annual “NEVADA STATE WILD WEST FAIR” at the State Fairgrounds in Reno, Nevada. Music today includes SOURDOUGH SLIM. Info, www.wildwestfair.com
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Check-out some Sourdough Slim performance videos:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-kbdZUDWBM
www.youtube.com/watch?v=HajY_r6RNy0
www.youtube.com/watch?v=_V9NTG6cUj0
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Wed, Aug 25; series finale for the year:
6:30-10 pm 14th annual “BIG WEDNESDAYS BENEFIT FOR ‘SAFETY HARBOR’ AND LOCAL CHARITIES” at Duke’s Restaurant, in the Barefoot Bar’s outdoor patio, in Malibu; www.dukesmalibu.com
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Each Wednesday through August 25, local residents gather at Duke's restaurant to benefit four local charities including Surfers Healing, Life Rolls On, theraSURF and Malibu's own, Safety Harbor Kids, supporting orphans and homeless children within 50 miles of Malibu. 100 raffle items are given out each week, including clothes, jewelry and surf related items.
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The grand finale will be August 25, with a performance by the reggae group Common Sense. Big Wednesdays is a family-friendly event.
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Duke's Restaurant Partner Josh Morgan sponsors this series and a holiday party for over 100 local orphans, foster and homeless children each year. The 4th Annual Safety Harbor Kids Spirit of Goodwill Holiday party is scheduled for Dec 12 at 1 pm in the Moana Room and is held for the benefit of children in group homes and shelters living within 50 miles of Malibu. Those wishing to support the event can contact them through www.safetyharborkids.com
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Wed, Aug 25:
7 pm DEBI DERRYBERRY plays a kids show at the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts Pasadena, in Memorial Park, 85 E Holly St, (really Raymond & Walnut), Pasadena 91103; 626-683-3230; www.levittpavilionpasadena.org.
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Series runs all summer, several themed nights each week, and includes the “Patchwork of America Series,” a children’s series (7 pm, Wednesdays), and a world music series. Some bench seating with backs is available to sides of center stage. Bring your lawn chair or blanket, and a picnic, but no alcohol is allowed in the park. Ride the Gold Line light rail to Memorial Park Station, to avoid dealing with expensive Old Town Pasadena parking (or park north of the 210 Fwy and walk). Nice outdoor venue.
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The summer’s free music series at the Pasadena venue includes Chuck Mead (Americana; former member of BR549) on Aug 26; Jayme Stone on Aug 27; Roger Espinoza on Aug 28; and a season closer with Rhythmic Circus presenting “Feet Don’t Fail Me Now,” an “innovative” jazz / urban tap dance show on Aug 29. There are other shows in the Levitt series, waaay outside the Guide’s genres. Full calendar of the venue’s summer series at their website. Free show.
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Wed, Aug 25; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm NORAH JONES, plus CORINNE BAILEY RAE, at the Greek Theatre, 2700 N Vermont Ave in Griffith Park, L.A.; Greek Theatre hotline, 323-665-1927; tix, 213-480-3232; www.greektheatrela.com.
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A night with TWO Grammy winners. Multiple Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter NORAH JONES is touring her critically-acclaimed new album “The Fall,” (on EMI’s Blue Note Records) released in November. Opening for Jones is Grammy-winner CORINNE BAILEY RAE.
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“THE FALL,” her new album, finds Jones experimenting with a new set of collaborators, including JACQUIRE KING, a noted producer and engineer who has worked with KINGS OF LEON, TOM WAITS, MODEST MOUSE, and others. Jones enlisted several songwriting collaborators, including RYAN ADAMS and OKKERVIL RIVER’s WILL SHEFF, together with her frequent partner JESSE HARRIS. King helped Jones put together a new group of musicians to perform on the album, including drummers JOEY WARONKER (Beck, R.E.M.) and JAMES GADSON (Bill Withers), keyboardist JAMES POYSER (Erykah Badu, Al Green), and guitarists MARC RIBOT (Tom Waits, Elvis Costello) and SMOKEY HORMEL (Johnny Cash, Joe Strummer).
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Over the course of her three multi-platinum albums, 2002’s eight-time Grammy Award-winning “Come Away With Me,” 2004’s “Feels Like Home,” and 2007’s “Not Too Late,” (each of which topped the Billboard album charts) Jones has established a strong identity based around her sultry vocals and jazz-informed, piano-driven style, and her impossible-to-find-elsewhere-in-pop-music intelligent lyrics. On “The Fall,” in addition to an added emphasis on rhythm, Jones brings her own guitar playing front and center.
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CORINNE BAILEY RAE’s latest CD, “The Sea,” is the follow up to her 2006 self-titled debut. Bailey Rae’s new album entered The Billboard 200 chart at #7, selling upwards of 53,000 copies in its first week of release. The album was #2 on the R&B album chart, #3 on the digital album chart and #6 on the internet album chart.
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Bailey Rae was the first British female singer-songwriter in decades to have her first album debut in Billboard’s Top 200 within the Top 20. By year’s end, it was RIAA-certified Platinum. She won a Q Award, a MOJO Award, an Image Award, and two MOBO Awards. She was nominated for three Grammy awards, “Record Of The Year” and “Song Of The Year” for her first single, “Put Your Records On,” and “Best New Artist.” After Bailey Rae’s performance on the 2007 Grammy Awards telecast, the album rocketed into the Top 5 of The Billboard 200. In 2008, “Like A Star,” her second single, was nominated for “Song Of The Year” and HERBIE HANCOCK’s “River: The Joni Letters,” on which Corinne sang the title track, won the GRAMMY for “Album Of The Year.”
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Tix, $65 / $55 / $45 / $35, + “Convenience Charge” of $13.50 per order (unless you get ‘em from the box office).
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Wed, Aug 25:
8 pm ZAPF DINGBATS at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-794-2424; venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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This improvisational performance will have you thinking variously of Second Line parades, Gypsy Jazz, Dawg music, Speakeasies, and Juke Joints. The band’s melting-pot of musical influences is the source of it’s unique sound. Leader David Bandrowski (guitar) hails from New Orleans and sets the tone of the band with his amazing musical vocabulary and background of Early Jazz, Second-Line and Traditional music. Chris Clarke (mandolin) who was born and raised in Virginia is steeped in Old Time, Folk & Country-Blues traditions. Doug Walker (bass) is a master of Contemporary and Progressive Jazz. Dane Terry (harmonicas) adds a little soul from Gospel and the Blues. The four combine to make a rich, spicy, savory, and altogether original recipe based on a broad (and deep!) variety of American traditional influences. Tixs: $18.
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Wed, Aug 25:
9:30 pm ERIC SCHWARTZ at Genghis Cohen, 740 N Fairfax Av, L.A. 90046; www.genghiscohen.com; 323-653-0640. He tours so much it’s a rare opportunity to catch him on his home turf in L.A. Or you can go for his 6:30 pm in Pasadena on August 28. After that, he’s on the road again.
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Eric is hilarious, with a bitingly funny musical take on the times we live in, and the less-than-stellar characters in popular culture and politics. Nor mean, just funny, and he’s had over a hundred thousand hits EACH on his songs on YouTube. Venue is known for its Chinese food.
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9:30 pm RACHEL McGOYE plays her EP Release Show for “Ghetto Gloss” at the Hotel Café, 1623 N Cahuenga Bl, Hollywood 90028; www.hotelcafe.com; 323-461-2040.
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Yep, this is pop music, but she is a respected songwriter with four years of touring and writing under her belt. Produced and co-written by Alex Band (The Calling), the EP’s four tracks are said to “highlight Rachel’s versatile writing talents striking upbeat pop bliss and slow sensual ballads. Not just a studio gem, Rachel has earned a reputation for being an accomplished performer who is just as entertaining to listen to as she is to watch.” Rachel performs tonight with a full band. More at www.rachelmcgoye.com and www.myspace.com/rachelmcgoye
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Wed, Aug 25; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
10:30 pm AMANDA ABIZAID plays her Record Release Show for "This Life," at the “ACOUSTIC CORDIALE” series at Café Cordiale, 14015 Ventura Bl, Sherman Oaks 91423; dinner reservations, 818-789-1985; info, www.cafecordiale.com/music.html; www.myspace.com/cordiale. AMANDA ABIZAID will be accompanied tonight by MIKE MENNELL, RON DZIUBLA, STEWART JEAN, ALI SHAYESTEH & DAN NISSILA.
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Here's the lineup:
EvSv at 9 pm
Morty Shallmann at 9:30 pm
Brett Mikels at 10 pm
Amanda Abizaid,. Headlining, at 10:30 pm.
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Amanda’s new CD is being sold in lots of stores, including Borders, Barnes and Noble, Best Buy and Amazon.com, and she’s embarking on an ambitious tour. Info at www.amandaabizaid.com
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This is an all-ages, free show, with plenty of free parking (huge lot in the rear). They serve dinner until 10:30. Call to reserve a table and dine while you enjoy the show. Full entrees start under $12. Amanda tells us “There's a new bar food menu featuring some great items for $9 and under. The place features a full bar and there are plenty of private tables. They'll be giving-away free dinners. Details will be explained on the mic!” No cover.
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10:30 pm “AMERICANA NIGHT” with the GIMME 5'S (As Rob Douglas says, 'nothing's more Americana then Memphis Soul!" amen to that) at Taix 321 Lounge, 1911 W Sunset Bl (at Alvarado), Echo Park; 213-484-1265. Part of the CAROLINA CHICKADEE presents “Wednesdays in August at Taix Lounge.” Come early for dinner. Music starts at 10:30.
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(5b) Wednesday’s RECURRING
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HERE ARE 29 (wow, Twenty-nine!) MORE EVENTS HAPPENING TODAY & TONIGHT!
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Included are today & tonight’s weekly and monthly residencies, series, showcases, workshops, open mics and other acoustic music events that are scheduled in advance to happen today and tonight, from northern Santa Barbara County to south Orange County, from downtown L.A. to the valleys to the Inland Empire, from the desert to the sea.
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http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2010/08/wednesday-fourth-wednesday-every-month.html
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Annual “HEMET ELKS BLUEGRASS JAMBOREE” with KEN MELLONS, THE BROMBIES, FAULTLINE, THE WIMBERLEY BAND, LONESOME OTIS, FINE LINE, SAWMILL ROAD, BLADERUNNERS, GRASSLANDS, WHISTLE STOP, and more, at the Golden Village Palms Resort in Hemet. (Runs Thu-Sun, Aug 26-29.)
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7 pm THE JOHN JORGENSON QUINTET plays the summer’s final show in the 16th annual “CULVER CITY MUSIC FESTIVAL,” the Thursday night free summer concert series at Culver City Hall Courtyard.
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8 pm CHUCK MEAD, former member of BR549, plays the “Patchwork of America” series at Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts Pasadena.
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http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2010/03/thursdays-radio-web-radio-tv-acoustic.html
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Thu, Aug 26, in Reno:
Annual “NEVADA STATE WILD WEST FAIR” at the State Fairgrounds in Reno, Nevada. Music today includes SOURDOUGH SLIM. Info, www.wildwestfair.com
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Check-out some Sourdough Slim performance videos:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-kbdZUDWBM
www.youtube.com/watch?v=HajY_r6RNy0
www.youtube.com/watch?v=_V9NTG6cUj0
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Thu-Sun, Aug 26-29, festival, in Hemet; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
Annual “HEMET ELKS BLUEGRASS JAMBOREE” with KEN MELLONS, THE BROMBIES, FAULTLINE, THE WIMBERLEY BAND, LONESOME OTIS, FINE LINE, SAWMILL ROAD, BLADERUNNERS, GRASSLANDS, WHISTLE STOP, and more, at the Golden Village Palms Resort, 3600 W Florida Av, Hemet; 951-305-4604 or 951-551-9963; www.goldenvillagepalms.com.
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Thu, Aug 26:
Noon-2 pm WHEN PIGS FLY! plays the “ANAHEIM FARMERS MARKET & CRAFT FAIR” bringing “downtown Anaheim homegrown music” on the Center Street Promenade & Lemon St, Anaheim; www.downtownanaheim.com. They perform adjacent to the parking structure. Free.
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6:30-9 pm “SIZZLING SUMMER NIGHTS” Latin jazz music series concludes tonight with JOHNNY POLANCO Y SU CONJUNTO AMISTAD at the Autry National Center / Autry Museum of the American West, 4700 Western Heritage Way, Griffith Park, L.A. 90027; 323-667-2000; www.theautry.org.
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The Thursday evening series offers the café’s taco and drink bar, open at 6 pm. Dance lessons with TRISH CONROY are included at each show. More available at www.theautry.org. It’s all-ages, and there are separate dance floors for adults and children. Tix are $7 and include museum admission (regular museum admission is $9 for adults, $5 seniors (age 60+) and students (with id), $3 for children age 3-12) so it’s a price break that adds the entertainment.
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Thu, Aug 26; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7 pm THE JOHN JORGENSON QUINTET plays the summer’s final show in the 16th annual “CULVER CITY MUSIC FESTIVAL,” a Thursday night free summer concert series (July & Aug), at Culver City Hall Courtyard, 9770 Culver Bl, Culver City; 310-253-5716; www.culvercity.org.
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Widely recognized as the best Djangostyle (Django Reinhardt) gypsy jazz guitar player working today, JOHN JORGENSON alone would be more than enough. Add his all-star quintet, and you’ve got an act that headlines major music festivals, worldwide. The quintet features superb clarinet, hot viola, upright bass, Jorgenson’s guitar, and always a few surprises.
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JOHN JORGENSON has a musical resume second to none. He was lead guitar for THE RHYTHM BROTHERS, THE DESERT ROSE BAND (which still reunites to perform, once in awhile), and the HELLECASTERS. His work with that last group was voted “Guitar Album of the Year” by Guitar Player magazine in 1993. Jorgenson was voted Academy of Country Music “Guitarist of the Year” three consecutive years. ELTON JOHN asked Jorgenson to join his band, in a stretch that lasted six years., with Jorgenson playing guitar, mandolin, and sax.
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The Boulevard Music website has a helpful local dining guide, at www.boulevardmusic.com. Concert is free.
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Thu, Aug 26:
7 pm “BEATLESFEST” begins at the 26th Annual “SANTA MONICA PIER TWILIGHT DANCE SERIES” on the pier, W off Ocean Av (at Colorado), 2 blks S of Santa Monica Bl, Santa Monica; www.twilightdance.org; www.santamonicapier.org; 310-458-8901 or 310-396-0799.
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“BEATLESFEST,” a three-day tribute that began five years ago, opens as part of the summer lineup this year at the Twilight Dance Series. The band ABBEY ROAD will open the night with an acoustic set of the Beatles, followed by Los Angeles based LED ZEPAGAIN, taking a decidedly different road as part of the British Invasion.
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Throughout the day on Thursday, there will be Beatles karaoke, Beatles movies, memorabilia, the history of the Beatles, photo opportunities, food, the kids' zone at Pacific Park, celebrity appearances, radio personalities, raffles and much more.
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This will be followed by a “Tribute to the Beatles” on Friday and Saturday at the Pier with live entertainment throughout the day. The free festival runs 10 am-7 pm on Friday and Saturday. On Saturday night, the award winning musical “Ticket to Ride,” featuring the band ABBEY ROAD, will perform at Barnum Hall at Santa Monica High. Tickets for that show are available at Ticket Master.
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“Twilight Dance” brings a different show, usually a concert, 7-10 pm every Thu, late Jun to late Aug. Costly nearby parking - walk, bike or take the MTA (www.mta.net) or Big Blue Bus (www.bigbluebus.com) or call 310-451-5444 for bus info. Bike valet starts at 6:30 pm on concert nights, offering safe parking for thousands of bikes. Pier is wheelchair accessible. Bring your lawn chair or blanket. If you want to avoid the crowd and hear but not see, you can sit on the beach under the pier. “Twilight Dance Series” is free.
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Thu, Aug 26; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm CHUCK MEAD, former member of BR549, plays the “Patchwork of America” series at Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts Pasadena, in Memorial Park, 85 E Holly St, (really Raymond & Walnut), Pasadena 91103; 626-683-3230; www.levittpavilionpasadena.org.
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Mead is said to embody “the core of country music, and the pulse of pop, hillybilly rock, and gospel.”
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Series runs all summer, several themed nights each week, and includes the “Patchwork of America Series,” a children’s series (7 pm, Wednesdays), and a world music series. Some bench seating with backs is available to sides of center stage. Bring your lawn chair or blanket, and a picnic, but no alcohol is allowed in the park. Ride the Gold Line light rail to Memorial Park Station, to avoid dealing with expensive Old Town Pasadena parking (or park north of the 210 Fwy and walk). Nice outdoor venue.
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The summer’s free music series at the Pasadena venue is nearing the end, and still includes Jayme Stone on Aug 27; Roger Espinoza on Aug 28; and a season closer with Rhythmic Circus presenting “Feet Don’t Fail Me Now,” an “innovative” jazz / urban tap dance show on Aug 29. There are other shows in the Levitt series, waaay outside the Guide’s genres. Full calendar of the venue’s summer series at their website. Free show.
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8-10 pm “THURSDAY NIGHT SPOKEN WORD & A CAPPELLA SINGING SHOWCASE” is another of the new OPEN MIC nights on The Coffee Gallery FRONT stage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; info, 626-398-7917. Everybody knows the world-famous Backstage, with its parade of world-class and renowned professional acts. Every Thursday is a weekly FREE stage in the front of the coffeehouse, “out front,” where you can buy coffeehouse treats and beverages to accompany – and take part in – the free performances.
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The series is hosted by DUANE THORIN, an experienced performer and soundman who runs the mic levels. The Tuesday series welcomes “poets, storytellers, a cappella singers, and other talents.” Signup starts at 7:30 pm, and does not close through the night. Duane says, “There is no entry or cover fee, and we hope you will join us for coffee or a snack while you’re there, peruse the artwork for sale on the walls, and invite friends to this comfortable and well known music venue.”
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In addition, you can catch the Coffee Gallery Front Stage’s live SUNDAY webcast of the MUSIC open mic – live or archived – at www.ustream.tv/channel/the-coffee-gallery-community-front-stage
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CHE ZURO plays the Liquid Lounge in Long Beach, before dates in Pittsburgh and points east.
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(5b) Thursday’s RECURRING
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HERE ARE 27 (Twenty-seven!) MORE EVENTS, HAPPENING TODAY & TONIGHT!
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Included are today & tonight’s weekly and monthly residencies, series, showcases, workshops, open mics and other acoustic music events that are scheduled in advance to happen today and tonight, from northern Santa Barbara County to south Orange County, from downtown L.A. to the valleys to the Inland Empire, from the desert to the sea.
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http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2010/08/thursday-fourth-and-last-thursday-of.html
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Annual “HEMET ELKS BLUEGRASS JAMBOREE” with KEN MELLONS, THE BROMBIES, FAULTLINE, THE WIMBERLEY BAND, LONESOME OTIS, FINE LINE, SAWMILL ROAD, BLADERUNNERS, GRASSLANDS, WHISTLE STOP, and more, at the Golden Village Palms Resort in Hemet. (Runs Thu-Sun, Aug 26-29.)
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7:30 pm a BLUES show with CYNDI LAUPER plus ALLEN TOUSSAINT and DAVID RHODES at the Greek Theatre in Griffith Park, L.A.
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7:30 pm STEPHANIE BETTMAN & LUKE HALPIN present an evening of folk, bluegrass, & Americana, at Fiddlers Crossing in Tehachapi.
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8 pm MARK OLSON (former JAYHAWKS frontman) at McCabe’s in Santa Monica.
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8 pm JAYME STONE brings an exploration of the banjo, from Appalachia to Africa, to a free show at the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts Pasadena.
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8:30 pm “JOHN WILLIAMS AND THE MUSIC OF THE MOVIES” for the “Weekend Spectaculars” series at the Hollywood Bowl. (Runs Aug 27 & 28.)
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http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2010/03/fridays-radio-web-radio-tv-acoustic.html
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Fri, Aug 27; Thu-Sun, Aug 26-29, festival, in Hemet; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
Annual “HEMET ELKS BLUEGRASS JAMBOREE” with KEN MELLONS, THE BROMBIES, FAULTLINE, THE WIMBERLEY BAND, LONESOME OTIS, FINE LINE, SAWMILL ROAD, BLADERUNNERS, GRASSLANDS, WHISTLE STOP, and more, at the Golden Village Palms Resort, 3600 W Florida Av, Hemet; 951-305-4604 or 951-551-9963; www.goldenvillagepalms.com.
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Fri & Sat, Aug 27 & 28; festival:
10 am-7 pm “BEATLESFEST” on the on the Santa Monica Pier, W off Ocean Av (at Colorado), 2 blks S of Santa Monica Bl, Santa Monica; www.twilightdance.org; www.santamonicapier.org; 310-458-8901 or 310-396-0799.
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“BEATLESFEST,” a three-day tribute that began five years ago, opens as part of the summer lineup this year at Thursday night’s “Twilight Dance Series.” The band ABBEY ROAD opens that show with an acoustic set of the Beatles, followed by Los Angeles based LED ZEPAGAIN, taking a decidedly different road as part of the British Invasion.
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Throughout the day on Thursday, there will be Beatles karaoke, Beatles movies, memorabilia, the history of the Beatles, photo opportunities, food, the kids' zone at Pacific Park, celebrity appearances, radio personalities, raffles and much more.
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“BEATLESFEST” on Santa Monica Pier continues with a “TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES” on Friday and Saturday with live free entertainment throughout the day. On Saturday night, the award winning musical “Ticket to Ride,” featuring the band ABBEY ROAD, will perform at Barnum Hall at Santa Monica High. Tickets for that show are available at Ticket Master.
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Fri, Aug 27:
7 pm RONEE BLAKELY “BIRTHDAY PARTY / MOVIE SCREENING” hosted by Kim Grant & Jen Gibbons at the “Old Californio compound,” 419 Raymond Dr, East Pasadena 91107; 323-336-0500. Birthday Party screening of the movie "Nashville" for trad country music star Ronee Blakley at 7 pm + special 11 pm screening of Ronee's new film. Hosts will serve “a chicken and veg course, bring a side dish or dessert and whatever you want to drink; BYOB.” (Previously scheduled for Aug 28; changed to Aug 27.)
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MATTHEW STONEMAN plays the “GRAND PERFORMANCES” series at California Plaza Fountain Court, 350 S Grand Av, LA; 213-687-2159; www.grandperformances.org.
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7:30 pm a BLUES show with CYNDI LAUPER plus ALLEN TOUSSAINT and DAVID RHODES at the Greek Theatre, 2700 N Vermont Ave in Griffith Park, L.A.; Greek Theatre hotline, 323-665-1927; tix, 213-480-3232; www.greektheatrela.com.
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CYNDI LAUPER, in the Acoustic Americana Music Guide? CYNDI LAUPER doing the Blues? A solid yes, to both. She is a musical chameleon and iconic performer, and we’re not going to pigeonhole her as a pop rocker. Lauper is touring her new (June 22) release, “Memphis Blues” (on Downtown Records), and will perform favorites and her new songs.
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“MEMPHIS BLUES” is a collection of blues cover songs, recorded in March at Electraphonic Studios in Memphis. It features musical contributions by some of the biggest living blues legends, B.B. KING, JONNY LANG, ALLEN TOUSSAINT, ANN PEEBLES and CHARLIE MUSSELWHITE.
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The feel of her new “Memphis Blues” album is gritty and full of life, bristling with the kind of energy that earmarked those hit singles invented on the fly at Stax Records. Stax was the historic and spiritual prototype for today’s Electraphonic. Both studios are known as the place where musicians of multiple generations sat side-by-side to create soul-driven anthems for the brokenhearted, the unrequited, and the overlooked. And that’s the essence of The Blues.
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After 25 million albums sold, 13 Grammy Award nominations, two Emmy Awards, two American Music Awards, and 18 MTV Video Music Awards, CYNDI LAUPER continues to lead as a singer, songwriter, musician, actress, and activist. Her new blues project is a decided departure from her most recent studio album, 2008’s dance-oriented, Grammy-nominated “Bring Ya to the Brink,” which spawned two #1 Billboard “Hot Dance Club Play” singles. (It’ll be wonderful if she’s done with that bit of her explorations.)
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In 2009, the longtime actress appeared on hit TV shows, including “30 Rock,” “Gossip Girl,” “Bones,” and “American Idol” (performing with contestant Allison Iraheta), and Lauper was a surprise guest at the resurrected concert event, “VH1 Divas.”
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In addition to her love of performing, Lauper is unwavering in her commitment to social activism, creating the “True Colors Fund” as a show of solidarity against discrimination and to raise awareness about the issues facing the GLBT population. In addition to this tour, Lauper is currently writing her autobiography, in which she plans to take readers on a journey through her own colorful life; it’s due for release in 2011 by Simon & Shuster.
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Tix, $70 / $60 / $45 / $30, + “Convenience Charge” of $13.50 per order (unless you get ‘em from the box office).
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Fri, Aug 27, in Tehachapi; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm STEPHANIE BETTMAN & LUKE HALPIN present an evening of folk, bluegrass, & Americana, at Fiddlers Crossing, 206 East F St, Tehachapi; 661-823-9994 www.events.fiddlerscrossing.com. Stephanie is an award-winning fiddler and singer-songwriter, Luke is a triple threat on mandolin, guitar and fiddle and a top-notch singer, himself. Their shows are always upbeat, energetic and fun. They have appeared in Tehachapi before, always to enthusiastic crowds. Tix, $15.
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Coming, Thu, Nov 11: MIKE + RUTHY, from THE MAMMALS.
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Fri, Aug 27; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm MARK OLSON (former JAYHAWKS frontman) at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497.
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MARK OLSON performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks” when he was touring his CD, "Salvation Blues." That CD did well nationwide, and on the Americana charts, and brought Mark a feature story in "No Depression" magazine.
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"Esquire" magazine wrote, "Breaking up is hard to do. But for former Jayhawks frontman Mark Olson, breaking up has provided a creative wellspring from which to draw songs on his latest solo record, Salvation Blues. Some of the best moments on Salvation feature Olson reuniting with his ex-wife, singer VICTORIA WILLIAMS, and his ex-Jayhawks bandmate, GARY LOURIS."
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Amazon dot com did a piece that is revealing about his songwriting, saying, "Mark Olson… first came to prominence as the primary singer-songwriter for the Jayhawks, before leaving that seminal alt-country band to make music with his wife, VICTORIA WILLIAMS, in the more acoustic, organic CREEKDRIPPERS. With his reedy voice and elemental imagery, Olson details the painful dissolution of that marriage [on "Salvation Blues"], clinging to music as a lifeline when everything else is lost. In the album-opening 'My Carol,' he compares his love to 'an animal bleeding in the snow,' while 'National Express' asks 'Where's my home? How could I lose this in a day?' Yet musically, 'Clifton Bridge' and 'Winter Song' rank with the best of his Jayhawks work, and both the title track and 'Look into the Night' find redemption in the midst of despair. GARY LOURIS joins his former Jayhawks bandmate for harmonies on three cuts." Tix, $15.
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Fri, Aug 27; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm JAYME STONE at the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts Pasadena, in Memorial Park, 85 E Holly St, (really Raymond & Walnut), Pasadena 91103; 626-683-3230; www.levittpavilionpasadena.org.
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Stone brings “A musical journey from our Appalachian mountains to the plains of Africa,” as he explores the banjo and its roots. Whether or not you saw Bela Fleck’s documentary film that took that journey, this’ll be good.
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Series runs all summer, several themed nights each week, and includes the “Patchwork of America Series,” a children’s series (7 pm, Wednesdays), and a world music series. Some bench seating with backs is available to sides of center stage. Bring your lawn chair or blanket, and a picnic, but no alcohol is allowed in the park. Ride the Gold Line light rail to Memorial Park Station, to avoid dealing with expensive Old Town Pasadena parking (or park north of the 210 Fwy and walk). Nice outdoor venue.
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The summer’s free music series at the Pasadena venue is nearing the end, and still includes Roger Espinoza on Aug 28; and a season closer with Rhythmic Circus presenting “Feet Don’t Fail Me Now,” an “innovative” jazz / urban tap dance show on Aug 29. There are other shows in the Levitt series, waaay outside the Guide’s genres. Full calendar of the venue’s summer series at their website. Free show.
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8 pm MISNER & SMITH at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-794-2424; venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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Just when you thought you’d heard all that the Americana/Folk revival could show you, Misner & Smith bring a freshness and lyrical vitality you won’t find anywhere else. When you hear these two you’ll think they were born to sing together, with an exceptional and indescribable vocal blend that cuts right to your soul. At moments raw and powerful, and at other times hauntingly subtle, extraordinary two-part harmonies anchor Misner & Smith’s unique and compelling original music. Megan Smith plays the upright bass and mandolin while Sam Misner plays guitar, and with stellar award-winning songwriting to boot, Misner & Smith retain a connection to roots music that has been described as “the perfect balance between traditional and contemporary”. Though it is not always easy to put their music into one category it is evident that the tradition of duets is truly alive and well in these two performers. You will be amazed at the fullness of sound and depth of songs from Misner & Smith. Tix, $15.
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Fri, Aug 27; extended indefinitely; live theatre; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
CANCELLED: SHOW HAS ENDED ITS EXTENDED RUN. 8 pm Fri & Sat (& 5 pm Sun) “JUST 45 MINUTES FROM BROADWAY,” the critically-acclaimed world-premiere HENRY JAGLOM play has been extended at Edgemar Center for the Arts, on the Main Stage, 2437 Main St, Santa Monica 90405. Reservations req’d at 310-392-7327 or www.edgemarcenter.org (under events tab).
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Multiplatinum songwriter and cast member HARRIET SCHOCK tells us, “There’s a film being made of it, Henry Jaglom has already started shooting. Audiences love it and we’ve enjoyed performing it [well over 100] times. We’ve been extended again, but please don’t wait too long to see [this] wonderful, funny, moving, thoroughly enjoyable play.”
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Harriet Schock has worked with famous film director Henry Jaglom, writing the music for several of his feature film projects, and performing that music on-camera in his latest, “Irene in Time,” which stars Tanna Frederick, also the star if this play, making its world-premiere run.
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“JUST 45 MINUTES FROM BROADWAY” stars TANNA FREDERICK, JULIE DAVIS, DAVID GARVER, JACK HELLER, DAVID PROVAL, DIANE SALINGER, & HARRIET SCHOCK. Directed by Gary Imhoff, produced by Alexandra Guarnieri.
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Here’s a bit of the critical rave:
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"A near-Chekhovian delight! Go !!! " - L.A. Weekly
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"Henry Jaglom's new play rocks! A brilliant comic cast!" - The Huffington Post
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"Tanna Frederick moves effortlessly through an array of emotions, she & David Garver exude a quiet magnetism. Jaglom's homage to theatre people will appeal to everyone." - Hollywood Reporter
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"Henry Jaglom is a master storyteller. 'Lust 45 Minutes from Broadway' should tickle New York theatergoers when it moves closer than 45 minutes away." - For ReviewPlays.com )in The Santa Monica Daily Press and The San Diego Jewish World)
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Runs Fridays & Saturdays at 8 pm, Sundays at 5 pm, in an extended run. Parking is available (fee charged) in an onsite structure, and metered parking is available in nearby Lot 11, across the street from Peet's Coffee. Tix, $25.
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Fri, Aug 27; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8:30 pm “JOHN WILLIAMS AND THE MUSIC OF THE MOVIES” for the “Weekend Spectaculars” series at the Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Av, Hollywood; 323-850-2000 or 213-480-3232; www.hollywoodbowl.com. With the LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC, JOHN WILLIAMS, conductor. Yep, Williams returns to conduct and showcase some of his own famously iconic film scores. Runs Aug 27 & 28.
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HERE ARE 20 (yep, Twenty!) MORE EVENTS, HAPPENING TODAY & TONIGHT!
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Included are today & tonight’s weekly and monthly residencies, series, showcases, workshops, open mics and other acoustic music events that are scheduled in advance to happen today and tonight, from northern Santa Barbara County to south Orange County, from downtown L.A. to the valleys to the Inland Empire, from the desert to the sea.
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http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2010/08/friday-fourth-and-last-friday-of-month.html
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(1) Saturday’s “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” picks:
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Annual “HEMET ELKS BLUEGRASS JAMBOREE” with KEN MELLONS, THE BROMBIES, FAULTLINE, THE WIMBERLEY BAND, LONESOME OTIS, FINE LINE, SAWMILL ROAD, BLADERUNNERS, GRASSLANDS, WHISTLE STOP, and more, at the Golden Village Palms Resort in Hemet. (Runs Thu-Sun, Aug 26-29.)
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2 pm matinee with THE GEORGE COLE QUINTET at the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena.
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4 pm LINDSAY TOMASIC, with DAVE PEARLMAN, LARRY TUTTLE, NOVI NOVOG, & LAUREN WOOD, play the “FULL MOON SATURDAYS” house concert series in Pasadena.
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5-9 pm “HOPERIDE 2010 BENEFIT CONCERT” with plenty of “new folk” music, including GREG CARLSSON, JUSTIN LANGE & PHIL WARD, TIM TEDROW & TERRY VREELAND, BETSY KAHN & THE KLEZ ENCOUNTERS BAND, ARTURO MONROY (Latin Jazz), and additional African music, to raise funds for HIV/AIDS orphans on Africa’s Ivory Coast (Cote d’ Ivoire), in a private residence garden in South Pasadena.
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8 pm BOB MALONE at Alva’s Shoowroom, 1417 W 8th St, Weymouth Corners, San Pedro 90732; 800-403-3447; www.alvas.com.
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8:30 pm “JOHN WILLIAMS AND THE MUSIC OF THE MOVIES” for the “Weekend Spectaculars” series at the Hollywood Bowl. (Runs Aug 27 & 28.)
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Sat-Mon, Aug 28-30, in Trinity County (Northern Cal):
Annual “HAYFORK MULE DAYS” at the Trinity County Fairgrounds, brings live music, mule races, teamster divisions, saddle mule performances, log skidding, chariot racing, bull riding, horse show, destruction derby, quilt show and auction, and more.

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Sat & Sun, Aug 28 & 29, in Bodega (Northern Cal):
10 am-6 pm Annual “BODEGA SEAFOOD, ART, AND WINE FESTIVAL” at Watts Ranch, on Bodega Hwy, next to town of Bodega, CA; 707-824-8717. There’s live music on 3 stages and other “outstanding entertainment.” Event showcases “the best of California’s wineries [25] and breweries [12], artists and craftspeople” and a “delicious selection of seafood vendors.” The food sounds great – BBQ oysters, crab cakes, cedar plank salmon, Maine lobster rolls, albacore wrapped in bacon, seafood jambalaya, more. Music includes blues, Cajun, jazz, Latin. Runs Sat 10 am-6 pm, Sun 10 am-5 pm.
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Annual “MINNESOTA STATE FAIR” at Heritage Square, St. Paul, MN. Musical entertainment includes SOURDOUGH SLIM, both days, at 10:30 & 11:30 am, and 12:30 pm. Schedules for entire event, www.mnstatefair.org
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Check-out some Sourdough Slim performance videos:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-kbdZUDWBM
www.youtube.com/watch?v=HajY_r6RNy0
www.youtube.com/watch?v=_V9NTG6cUj0
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Sat, Aug 28; Thu-Sun, Aug 26-29, festival, in Hemet; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
Annual “HEMET ELKS BLUEGRASS JAMBOREE” with KEN MELLONS, THE BROMBIES, FAULTLINE, THE WIMBERLEY BAND, LONESOME OTIS, FINE LINE, SAWMILL ROAD, BLADERUNNERS, GRASSLANDS, WHISTLE STOP, and more, at the Golden Village Palms Resort, 3600 W Florida Av, Hemet; 951-305-4604 or 951-551-9963; www.goldenvillagepalms.com.
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Sat, Aug 28; Fri & Sat, Aug 27 & 28; festival:
10 am-7 pm “BEATLESFEST” on the on the Santa Monica Pier, W off Ocean Av (at Colorado), 2 blks S of Santa Monica Bl, Santa Monica; www.twilightdance.org; www.santamonicapier.org; 310-458-8901 or 310-396-0799.
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“BEATLESFEST,” a three-day tribute that began five years ago, opens as part of the summer lineup this year at Thursday night’s “Twilight Dance Series.” The band ABBEY ROAD opens that show with an acoustic set of the Beatles, followed by Los Angeles based LED ZEPAGAIN, taking a decidedly different road as part of the British Invasion.
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Throughout the day on Thursday, there will be Beatles karaoke, Beatles movies, memorabilia, the history of the Beatles, photo opportunities, food, the kids' zone at Pacific Park, celebrity appearances, radio personalities, raffles and much more.
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“BEATLESFEST” on Santa Monica Pier continues with a “TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES” on Friday and Saturday with live free entertainment throughout the day. On Saturday night, the award winning musical “Ticket to Ride,” featuring the band ABBEY ROAD, will perform at Barnum Hall at Santa Monica High. Tickets for that show are available at Ticket Master.
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Sat, Aug 28:
10 am “SING OUT LOUD” at the “BIG! WORLD! FUN!” family series at the John Anson Ford Amphitheatre, 2580 Cahuenga Bl East, Hollywood 90068; 323-GO1-FORD; www.FordTheatres.org.
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Children admitted FREE to one-hour programs for families. Make crafts before the show.
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LeRoy Villanueva, one of four LA Opera artists in the company’s interactive “Sing Out Loud!” program, says “kids and parents who’ve experienced the show often come out saying, ‘This is opera?’” We are assured that the program “is anything but stuffy.” Says Villanueva, “It’s all about having fun.”
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The music itself is irresistible even if you know nothing about opera, or who composed it or what that aria title in Italian means. “Sing Out Loud!” includes such staples as the Toreador Song from Carmen — an ego-swelling boast from a triumphant bullfighter — and a foray into music theater — which can be thought of as American opera — with “Oh What a Beautiful Morning” from Oklahoma and “I Feel Pretty” from West Side Story.
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Excerpts from The Girl of the Golden West show opera as theatre, a story told through music. In fact the plot could be a Western movie: Local sheriff wants to marry female saloon owner, but she loves a bandit on the run. The two play poker. If she wins, the bandit goes free. If the sheriff wins, she’ll marry him.
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Kids and parents can make crafts during pre-show activities led by staff from the Autry National Center beginning at 9 am.
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“Sing Out Loud!” is the final event in the 2010 Big!World!Fun! Family Series presented by the Ford Theatre Foundation. The hour-long performances in the shaded outdoor Ford Amphitheatre are designed for the enjoyment of children ages 4 to 10, parents and grandparents. Booklists related to each series event, provided by the Los Angeles County Library, are available at www.FordTheatres.org; click on “Family” under “Events” on the homepage, then click on “More Info” for the event that interests you.
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Sat, Aug 28; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
2 pm matinee with THE GEORGE COLE QUINTET at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-794-2424; venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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Guitarist, vocalist, composer, band leader, arranger and gypsy guitar expert GEORGE COLE brings his Django style swing music to Coffee Gallery Backstage. His fiery guitar solos are the centerpiece of this five piece quintet.
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Venue impresario Bob Stane says, “This San Francisco-based band invites you to close your eyes and be transported by their swing rhythms and infectious grooves.”
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Joining George in the ensemble are vocalist MOLLY MAHONEY, rhythm guitarist JIMMY GRANT, with ALEN CILELI on violin, and KENAN O'BRIEN on upright bass.
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George played guitar on CHRIS ISAAK’s platinum-selling “Forever Blue” album, and was guitar instructor and mentor to Billie Joe Armstrong and Mike Dirndt of Greenday. George has toured with many well-known artists, including Joe Walsh on his “Anthology” tour, and in 2009, with legendary jazz vocalist Keely Smith.
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"Cole's excellent Django-style guitar work and his band's enticing instrumental and vocal harmonies make them a must-see for any fan of vintage jazz,” says Art Thompson of Guitar Player magazine. Tix, $15.
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Sat, Aug 28; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
4 pm LINDSAY TOMASIC, with DAVE PEARLMAN, LARRY TUTTLE, NOVI NOVOG, & LAUREN WOOD, play the “FULL MOON SATURDAYS” house concert series in Pasadena. Reservations get directions at fullmoonSats@yahoo.com. Doors open at 3:45 pm; music starts at 4:15 pm. Lindsay wrote the Oprah Show theme, and her talents are wide-ranging. She does plenty of roots music, and roots-flavored originals. Novi Novog is half the STRING PLANET duo, and she played her fiddle in Prince’s band. More at www.lindsaytomasic.com
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Sat, Aug 28; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
5-9 pm “HOPERIDE 2010 BENEFIT CONCERT” with plenty of “new folk” music, including GREG CARLSSON, JUSTIN LANGE & PHIL WARD, TIM TEDROW & TERRY VREELAND, BETSY KAHN & THE KLEZ ENCOUNTERS BAND, ARTURO MONROY (Latin Jazz), and additional African music, to raise funds for HIV/AIDS orphans on Africa’s Ivory Coast (Cote d’ Ivoire), in a private residence garden in South Pasadena 91030. Reservations (before Aug 26, please) get directions, at gclmft@gmail.com or 626-399-1966.
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HOPERIDE occurs Nov 24-Dec 1, 2010, when cyclists and volunteers will travel nearly 400 miles in 6 days through West Africa’s Côte d'Ivoire to raise money in support of the 425,000 orphans and vulnerable children impacted by HIV/AIDS. HOPE RIDE Côte d'Ivoire is the first such cycling benefit effort to raise funds for this much-needed work in Côte d'Ivoire, Africa, and is scheduled to be an ongoing annual event. Each cyclist is required to raise a minimum of $2,500 dollars to participate.
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Local motorcyclist/musician Greg Carlsson wants to make the ride in Africa, and this event raises money toward his required contribution to the organization. You can make a donation on Greg’s behalf at www.hoperide.net/homepagegreg.php.
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6–9 pm THE ANTLERS play the “SATURDAYS OFF THE 405” series at The Getty Center, 1200 Getty Center Dr, L.A. 90049; 310-440-7300.
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With a "skyscraping blend of the ambient and the anthemic," the Antlers are said to “make music that is at once simple and immense— dream pop with an epic storyline.” The critically-acclaimed trio crafts its delicately powerful melodies with a fervent, artful earnestness with lyrical surges, sweeping strings, and starry, sonic layers of post-rock. Also performing is Dublab founder, L.A. stalwart, and host of “Celsius Drop” and KPFK's “Future Roots Radio,” DJ Frosty, mixing “genre-bending and progressive new music.”
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It’s outdoor music and evening views of the city, with drinks available, and the refreshing summer exhibitions, all in a casual and spontaneous atmosphere. A cash bar serves Getty-tinis and more, and the Garden Terrace Cafe offers sandwiches, salads, and other nibbles (both until 8:30 pm). No outside alcohol is allowed on site. Plus, free “Spotlight After Dark” tours in the galleries. Join in a provocative 20-minute exploration and discussion of art with a Getty Museum educator. Tours depart at 6 & 7 pm. It's free, no reservations required, and parking is FREE after 5 pm.
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Sat, Aug 28:
6:30 pm ERIC SCHWARTZ at POP Champagne & Dessert Bar in Pasadena. He tours so much it’s a rare opportunity to catch him on his home turf in L.A. Or you can go for his 9:30 pm set at Genghis Cohen on August 25. After tonight, he’s on the road again.
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Eric is hilarious, with a bitingly funny musical take on the times we live in, and the less-than-stellar characters in popular culture and politics. Nor mean, just funny, and he’s had over a hundred thousand hits EACH on his songs on YouTube. Venue is known for its Chinese food.
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TURTLE ISLAND STRING QUARTET plays the “GRAND PERFORMANCES” series at California Plaza Fountain Court, 350 S Grand Av, LA; 213-687-2159; www.grandperformances.org.
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7:30-9:30 pm “MUSIC UNDER THE STARS” brings a different band each week, for music in various genres, to Olivas Adobe, 4200 Olivas Park Dr, Ventura. Info, 805-658-4726. Tix, $18; optional dinner is $13.50.
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ASHLEY MAHER with “extra-wonderful musicians,” including “Haiti's acoustic wonder,” JEAN-PAUL, and “Earthy / soulful Song Goddess” Kara Mack opening at The Talking Stick, 1411c Lincoln Bl, Venice 92091; www.thetalkingstick.net; 310-450-6052. Presented by Music Magique Promotions. Ashley, who has performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” says, “The evening promises to end with some firey Senegalese surprises. Please plan early, RSVP on Facebook, and pass this along to anyone who might enJOY this show!” More at www.ashleymaher.com and www.myspace.com/ashleymaher. Tix, $15 (or $20 for the show plus a CD).
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Sat, Aug 28; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm BOB MALONE at Alva’s Shoowroom, 1417 W 8th St, Weymouth Corners, San Pedro 90732; 800-403-3447; www.alvas.com.
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Los Angeles-based BOB MALONE plays a one-of-a-kind hybrid of blues, rock, soul and jazz, delivered with rubber-meets-the-road explosive piano virtuosity and soulful vocals. He headlines over 100 shows a year across the US, Europe, Australia and Asia, and has opened for and/or played with Rickie Lee Jones, The Neville Brothers, Rev. Al Green, Dr. John, Leon Russell, and many others.
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On TV, Bob has been a featured musician on “The Price Is Right,” and his music is heard on “Dr. Phil,” “The Rachel Ray Show,” “All My Children,” and more. Malone's six CDs, including his latest, “Ain't What You Know,” have earned Top-20 spots on the “Living Blues” and “Roots Music Report” radio charts. His music is played on over 300 NPR and A3 radio stations plus the Sirius Radio shows “Bluesville” and “The Village,” and has been heard on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” He is featured on syndicated radio – “Car Talk,” “Acoustic Café,” and “Woodsongs Old-Time Radio Hour.” Bob is a four-time recipient of the ASCAP Plus Award for independent musicians.
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"A new peak in what's been a rather mountainous career, Malone's latest shows off everything that makes him great and more...the kind of record you can listen to over and over, the way records used to be. .it doesn't get much better than this." Filter Magazine.
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"US blues pianist Bob Malone cakewalked all over the keys with rip-roaring pyrotechnics that were part skill and part showmanship, often eschewing the piano stool and jumping around like a rock star...[but] in soul-baring numbers, head-tossing antics were put aside for a far more engrossing melancholic sweetness . . . Bob Malone revealed a raw and splendidly large heart." - The West Australian.
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"Bob Malone doesn't just accompany himself on piano. He supports his singing with pulsating, roaring keyboard work that grabs you and shakes you until you cry for mercy." - Keyboard Magazine. More at www.bobmalone.com including his latest review in Filter Magazine.
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Alva’s Showroom, an intimate 60-seat small amphitheatre, is known for bringing to San Pedro some of the nation's finest musicians of all genres. With a top line sound system and two classic ivory-keyed grand pianos, Alva’s is a magnet for high quality performances.
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For more information about the show and Alvas Showroom, call 1-800-403-3447 or email wanda@alvas.com. There does not seem to be a set ticket price; suggested donation is $20.
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8 pm MATTHEW SWEET at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $22.50.
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8 pm ROGER ESPINOZA at the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts Pasadena, in Memorial Park, 85 E Holly St, (really Raymond & Walnut), Pasadena 91103; 626-683-3230; www.levittpavilionpasadena.org.
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Espinoza brings “Rhumba guitar stylings and classical Latin rhythms.”
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Series runs all summer, several themed nights each week, and includes the “Patchwork of America Series,” a children’s series (7 pm, Wednesdays), and a world music series. Some bench seating with backs is available to sides of center stage. Bring your lawn chair or blanket, and a picnic, but no alcohol is allowed in the park. Ride the Gold Line light rail to Memorial Park Station, to avoid dealing with expensive Old Town Pasadena parking (or park north of the 210 Fwy and walk). Nice outdoor venue.
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The summer’s free music series at the Pasadena venue brings its season closer with Rhythmic Circus presenting “Feet Don’t Fail Me Now,” an “innovative” jazz / urban tap dance show on Aug 29. There are other shows in the Levitt series, waaay outside the Guide’s genres. Full calendar of the venue’s summer series at their website. Free show.
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Sat, Aug 28; extended indefinitely; live theatre; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
CANCELLED: SHOW HAS ENDED ITS EXTENDED RUN. 8 pm Fri & Sat (& 5 pm Sun) “JUST 45 MINUTES FROM BROADWAY,” the critically-acclaimed world-premiere HENRY JAGLOM play has been extended at Edgemar Center for the Arts, on the Main Stage, 2437 Main St, Santa Monica 90405. Reservations req’d at 310-392-7327 or www.edgemarcenter.org (under events tab).
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Multiplatinum songwriter and cast member HARRIET SCHOCK tells us, “There’s a film being made of it, Henry Jaglom has already started shooting. Audiences love it and we’ve enjoyed performing it [well over 100] times. We’ve been extended again, but please don’t wait too long to see [this] wonderful, funny, moving, thoroughly enjoyable play.”
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Harriet Schock has worked with famous film director Henry Jaglom, writing the music for several of his feature film projects, and performing that music on-camera in his latest, “Irene in Time,” which stars Tanna Frederick, also the star if this play, making its world-premiere run.
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“JUST 45 MINUTES FROM BROADWAY” stars TANNA FREDERICK, JULIE DAVIS, DAVID GARVER, JACK HELLER, DAVID PROVAL, DIANE SALINGER, & HARRIET SCHOCK. Directed by Gary Imhoff, produced by Alexandra Guarnieri.
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"A near-Chekhovian delight! Go !!! " - L.A. Weekly
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"Henry Jaglom's new play rocks! A brilliant comic cast!" - The Huffington Post
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"Tanna Frederick moves effortlessly through an array of emotions, she & David Garver exude a quiet magnetism. Jaglom's homage to theatre people will appeal to everyone." - Hollywood Reporter
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"Henry Jaglom is a master storyteller. 'Lust 45 Minutes from Broadway' should tickle New York theatergoers when it moves closer than 45 minutes away." - For ReviewPlays.com )in The Santa Monica Daily Press and The San Diego Jewish World)
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Runs Fridays & Saturdays at 8 pm, Sundays at 5 pm, in an extended run. Parking is available (fee charged) in an onsite structure, and metered parking is available in nearby Lot 11, across the street from Peet's Coffee. Tix, $25.
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Sat, Aug 28; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8:30 pm “JOHN WILLIAMS AND THE MUSIC OF THE MOVIES” for the “Weekend Spectaculars” series at the Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Av, Hollywood; 323-850-2000 or 213-480-3232; www.hollywoodbowl.com. With the LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC, JOHN WILLIAMS, conductor. Yep, Williams returns to conduct and showcase some of his own famously iconic film scores. Runs Aug 27 & 28.
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HERE ARE 22 (yep, Twenty-two!) MORE EVENTS, HAPPENING TODAY & TONIGHT!
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Included are today & tonight’s weekly and monthly residencies, series, showcases, workshops, open mics and other acoustic music events that are scheduled in advance to happen today and tonight, from northern Santa Barbara County to south Orange County, from downtown L.A. to the valleys to the Inland Empire, from the desert to the sea.
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http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2010/08/saturday-fourth-last-saturday-of-month.html
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Annual “HEMET ELKS BLUEGRASS JAMBOREE” with KEN MELLONS, THE BROMBIES, FAULTLINE, THE WIMBERLEY BAND, LONESOME OTIS, FINE LINE, SAWMILL ROAD, BLADERUNNERS, GRASSLANDS, WHISTLE STOP, and more, at the Golden Village Palms Resort in Hemet. (Runs Thu-Sun, Aug 26-29.)
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2 pm matinee with THE JOHN JORGENSON QUINTET at the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena.
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5:30 pm “THE GRAND OLE ECHO” series brings OLD CALIFORNIO, ANNY CELSI & NELSON BRAGG, and PAPERPLANES, at the Echo in Echo Park.
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http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2010/03/sundays-radio-web-radio-tv-acoustic.html
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Sun, Aug 29, in San Marcos (San Diego County):
9 am-5 pm Annual “JEWISH FOOD FESTIVAL & CRAFTS FAIRE” on Via Vera Cruz (between Grand Av & San Marcos Bl), San Marcos; www.sanmarcoschamber.com; 760-744-1270. This is the local “Grand Summer Festival,” with music on several stages, including blues and jazz stages, a specialty food garden, invitational Microbrewery Garden, over 300 vendors with arts & crafts, antiques, clothing, more, a children’s area, plus one of the largest antique car shows in San Diego County.
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Sun, Aug 29; Sat & Sun, Aug 28 & 29, in Bodega (Northern Cal):
10 am-5 pm Annual “BODEGA SEAFOOD, ART, AND WINE FESTIVAL” at Watts Ranch, on Bodega Hwy, next to town of Bodega, CA; 707-824-8717. There’s live music on 3 stages and other “outstanding entertainment.” Event showcases “the best of California’s wineries [25] and breweries [12], artists and craftspeople” and a “delicious selection of seafood vendors.” The food sounds great – BBQ oysters, crab cakes, cedar plank salmon, Maine lobster rolls, albacore wrapped in bacon, seafood jambalaya, more. Music includes blues, Cajun, jazz, Latin. Runs Sat 10 am-6 pm, Sun 10 am-5 pm.
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Sun, Aug 29; Thu-Sun, Aug 26-29, festival, in Hemet; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
Annual “HEMET ELKS BLUEGRASS JAMBOREE” with KEN MELLONS, THE BROMBIES, FAULTLINE, THE WIMBERLEY BAND, LONESOME OTIS, FINE LINE, SAWMILL ROAD, BLADERUNNERS, GRASSLANDS, WHISTLE STOP, and more, at the Golden Village Palms Resort, 3600 W Florida Av, Hemet; 951-305-4604 or 951-551-9963; www.goldenvillagepalms.com.
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Sun, Aug 29; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
2 pm matinee with JOHN JORGENSON QUINTET at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-794-2424; venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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Wherever this act goes in the world, playing Django Rheinhardt festivals, they are always the featured performers. Everyone else gets lower billing. They always headline. The John Jorgenson Quintet features guitarist John Jorgenson, a founding member of the Desert Rose Band, the Hellecasters, and six-year member of Elton John's band.
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Artists ranging from Barbra Streisand to Bonnie Raitt to Earl Scruggs have sought out Jorgenson's guitar work, and he was recently chosen to portray Django Reinhardt in the film, "Head in the Clouds." In one performance, music lovers hear an eclectic musical blend of Gypsy jazz, Dixieland, swing, Latin, classical and more. Audiences are amazed again when John picks up the clarinet and plays it like a demon, and by his engaging singing style. Whether on his own accessible compositions or on classic standards, John and his band make music that is, equal parts, romantic and ecstatic, played with virtuosity and soul. Venue impresario Bob Stane says, “All around fabulous. Only make reservations if you are sure you will attend.” Tix, $30.
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Sun, Aug 29; extended indefinitely; live theatre; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
CANCELLED: SHOW HAS ENDED ITS EXTENDED RUN. 5 pm Sun (& 8 pm Fri & Sat) “JUST 45 MINUTES FROM BROADWAY,” the critically-acclaimed world-premiere HENRY JAGLOM play has been extended at Edgemar Center for the Arts, on the Main Stage, 2437 Main St, Santa Monica 90405. Reservations req’d at 310-392-7327 or www.edgemarcenter.org (under events tab).
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Multiplatinum songwriter and cast member HARRIET SCHOCK tells us, “There’s a film being made of it, Henry Jaglom has already started shooting. Audiences love it and we’ve enjoyed performing it [well over 100] times. We’ve been extended again, but please don’t wait too long to see [this] wonderful, funny, moving, thoroughly enjoyable play.”
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Harriet Schock has worked with famous film director Henry Jaglom, writing the music for several of his feature film projects, and performing that music on-camera in his latest, “Irene in Time,” which stars Tanna Frederick, also the star if this play, making its world-premiere run.
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“JUST 45 MINUTES FROM BROADWAY” stars TANNA FREDERICK, JULIE DAVIS, DAVID GARVER, JACK HELLER, DAVID PROVAL, DIANE SALINGER, & HARRIET SCHOCK. Directed by Gary Imhoff, produced by Alexandra Guarnieri.
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"A near-Chekhovian delight! Go !!! " - L.A. Weekly
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"Henry Jaglom's new play rocks! A brilliant comic cast!" - The Huffington Post
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"Tanna Frederick moves effortlessly through an array of emotions, she & David Garver exude a quiet magnetism. Jaglom's homage to theatre people will appeal to everyone." - Hollywood Reporter
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"Henry Jaglom is a master storyteller. 'Lust 45 Minutes from Broadway' should tickle New York theatergoers when it moves closer than 45 minutes away." - For ReviewPlays.com )in The Santa Monica Daily Press and The San Diego Jewish World)
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5:30 pm “THE GRAND OLE ECHO” series brings OLD CALIFORNIO, ANNY CELSI & NELSON BRAGG, and PAPERPLANES, at the Echo, 1822 Sunset, Bl, Echo Park.
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6 pm MICKY DOLENZ, lead singer of THE MONKEES, plays this week’s free show at the “CONCERTS ON THE GREEN” series, sponsored by Valley Cultural Center at Lou Bredlow Pavilion, Warner Center Park, 5800 Topanga Canyon Bl, Woodland Hills; 818-704-1358; www.valleycultural.org. We expect a partly-acoustic, partly-electric show. Bring folding chairs or a blanket and get there early to find a good spot. Food and beverages available inexpensively in the park for these concerts. Free show.
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Sun, Aug 29; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7 pm BiG WiDE GRiN at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-794-2424; venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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When this bi-coastal trio – from California and Virginia – gets together, it’s more than just a tour. It’s a celebration. They write and perform contemporary acoustic music with a feel that is both familiar and nostalgic. Think about the groups that made you fall in love with this type of music - Crosby Stills &Nash, The Mamas &The Papas, or Peter Paul & Mary. Think about of all those great harmonies, all those socially conscious lyrics, songs of protest, peace, love and togetherness. Think about Poco, Pure Prairie League, and Simon & Garfunkel. Their songs spoke to us as much with the interplay of guitars and voices as they did with their lyrics.
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Now, think BiG WiDE GRiN. Referred to as a “3 Peace Band” or as being “Soulfully Acoustic,” everything about this award-winning trio is BiG from their stage presence to their sound. They all contribute original material to their set lists, they all sing and they each play a variety of instruments - guitars, bass, strum stick, djembe – which they pass around during their concerts to keep things lively. Add to that the kind of harmonies that give a music lover goose bumps, a shiver down their spine, or – yep, you guessed it – a BiG WiDE GRiN. Tix, $15.
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HERE ARE 34 (wow, Thirty-four!) MORE EVENTS, HAPPENING TODAY & TONIGHT!
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Included are today & tonight’s weekly and monthly residencies, series, showcases, workshops, open mics and other acoustic music events that are scheduled in advance to happen today and tonight, from northern Santa Barbara County to south Orange County, from downtown L.A. to the valleys to the Inland Empire, from the desert to the sea.
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http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2010/08/sunday-fifth-sunday-when-month-has-one.html
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8 pm THE AMERICANA DUO at the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena.
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http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2010/03/mondays-radio-web-radio-tv-acoustic.html
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Mon, Aug 30; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm THE AMERICANA DUO at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-794-2424; venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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Larry Wilder and Nolan Bronson bring to life the spirit of Americana music. From a poignant mountain ballad to the wail of a Delta blues slide guitar – from the sky high yodel of a cowboy to a rollicking sing-along ditty – The Americana Duo, says venue impresario Bob Stane, “will thrill every member of your family.”
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Boasting a repertoire of 400+ songs, they pull-out the timeless songs of Appalachia, bluegrass, cowboy, to urban folk, and beyond. Bob adds, “Their sparkling vocals are punctuated by fantastic instrumentals - tandem guitars, banjo, and autoharp - delivered faithfully to each genre of music. This father & son team deliver an engaging, fast-moving cavalcade of Americana music, sharing in the great acoustic traditions of our people. The show finale features song requests and sing-a-longs of your favorite tunes. This is authentic down home fun, sure to leave everyone smiling and hummin' a tune.” Tix, $15.
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SOLD OUT: 8 pm “AN EVENING WITH MAVIS STAPLES” at the Grammy Museum’s Clive Davis Sound Stage, 800 W Olympic Bl, L.A. 90015; 213-765-6803; www.grammymuseum.org. Soul and gospel legend Mavis Staples, before an intimate audience of 200, engages in conversation about her history-making career and newest work, including the hotly anticipated and critically acclaimed new album, “You Are Not Alone.” After the interview, Staples takes questions from the audience and performs a few songs, both new and old.
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Bound by the spirit of social justice and activism, Mavis Staples blazes a rhythm & blues trail while never relinquishing her gospel roots. The Lifetime Grammy Award winner and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee was honored as one of Rolling Stone’s 100 Greatest Singers of all time.
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With this event sold-out, you should know that, Friday, Nov 5 at 8 pm (another of the Guide’s “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” picks) MAVIS STAPLES and BILLY BRAGG perform together and individually at UCLA Live. See listing.
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Included are today & tonight’s weekly and monthly residencies, series, showcases, workshops, open mics and other acoustic music events that are scheduled in advance to happen today and tonight, from northern Santa Barbara County to south Orange County, from downtown L.A. to the valleys to the Inland Empire, from the desert to the sea.
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http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2010/08/monday-fifth-monday-when-month-has-one.html
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8 pm “JIM CURRY'S TRIBUTE TO THE MUSIC OF JOHN DENVER” at the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena.
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7-9 pm 7th annual “WINE, JAZZ & MOONLIGHT SERIES” concludes tonight with OSCAR HERNANDEZ & THE LA-NY CONNECTION, in the Central Courtyard on level 2, in the Hollywood & Highland Complex, 6801 Hollywood Bl, Hollywood 90028; 323-817-0220.
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Event is free, and there’s an optional wine tasting donation of $10 to “Project Angel Food” that gets you two glasses of wine and an assortment of gourmet cheeses, crackers and fruit to enjoy during the performance. Seating is limited, so show up early. There is something available called a “Hollywood & Highland Center Elephant Card” that gets you discounts at retailers and restaurants throughout the Center.
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8 pm “JIM CURRY'S TRIBUTE TO THE MUSIC OF JOHN DENVER” at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-794-2424; venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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More than anything, this show makes you feel good.
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Jim and Anne Curry bring the hits of John Denver to venues large and small, nationwide. Increasingly, they perform Denver’s music with symphony orchestras, using the original scores. It’s the multi-platinum hits of the great John Denver in a fun-filled evening of singing and stories. Jim plays the guitar and sings John's songs in a crystal clear tenor. Anne, his wife and musical partner, plays guitar and mandolin and sings harmony. You'll be invited to sing along (you already know the words), share in the memories, learn new songs, and howl at the moon (literally!)
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The music of the late John Denver is like an old friend, outlasting trends and standing the test of time. Join acclaimed performer Jim Curry for this tribute to the music of one of the most beloved singer/songwriters ever to grace the stage.
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Tribute artist Jim Curry, who's singing voice was heard in the CBS-TV movie “Take Me Home: The John Denver Story,” has performed Denver's music in sold out shows throughout the country and has emerged as today's top performer of Denver's vast legacy of multi-platinum hits. Jim's uncanny ability to mirror John's voice and clean-cut look takes you back to the time when "Rocky Mountain High," "Sunshine," "Calypso," and "Annie's Song" topped the charts, and his popular music had the heartfelt message of caring for the earth and caring for each other. As Jim says, “Denver's message is worth repeating - ‘Be kind to the Earth and to each other.’” Tix, $18.
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8 pm THE CATS-A-RENO play for “TUESDAY BLUES DAY” at The Pig 'n’ Whistle, 6714 Hollywood Bl, Hollywood 90028; www.pignwhistle.com; 323-463-0000.
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http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2010/08/tuesday-fifth-tuesday-when-month-has.html
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8 pm “THE DROP: RYAN BINGHAM & THE DEAD HORSES”at the Grammy Museum’s Clive Davis Sound Stage, 800 W Olympic Bl, L.A. 90015; 213-765-6803; www.grammymuseum.org. Latest in the museum’s “The Drop” series for significant CD releases. Hosted by SCOTT GOLDMAN, Vice President of The GRAMMY Foundation.
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RYAN BINGHAM won a music Oscar in 2010 for “Best Original Song” for “The Weary Kind,” from the award winning film “Crazy Heart.” Ryan and his long-time band THE DEAD HORSES are interviewed before an intimate audience of 200 about their new album, “Junky Star,” produced by the legendary songwriter and musician, T BONE BURNETT. Bingham and the band will talk about their career, their experience working with Burnett, and the journey of recording their third album live in a span of just three days. Junky Star will be released on Lost Highway Records on August 31. The musicians will take questions from the audience, perform a few of their new songs, and participate in a meet and greet after the event. Doors at 7:30 pm for the best seats. Tix can be purchased in-person at the Museum Box Office or by calling 213-765-6803. $10 ($8 for Museum mbrs).
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Thu-Sun, Sep 2-5, near Yosemite; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
5 pm-10 pm annual Fall edition of the “STRAWBERRY MUSIC FESTIVAL” with ARLO GUTHRIE, THE TRAVELIN' MCCOURYS, MOLLIE O'BRIEN AND RICH MOORE, RITA HOSKING & COUSIN JACK, NELL ROBINSON, GENTICORUM, MARCUS JAMES AND THE WASSONRAI, KUSUN ENSEMBLE, PO' GIRL, RYAN BINGHAM & THE DEAD HORSES, RAILROAD EARTH, THE TUTTLES WITH A.J. LEE, LAURIE LEWIS AND THE RIGHT HANDS, DEL CASTILLO, CAROLYN WONDERLAND, MARTIN SEXTON, GIRLYMAN, LOS PINGUOS, ELIZA GILKYSON & NINA GERBER, TOMMY EMMANUEL, KEB' MO', and more, at Camp Mather, near Yosemite. Info, www.strawberrymusic.com
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Thu, Sep 2:
7:30 pm “BITCHES BREW – CELEBRATING THE 40th ANNIVERSARY OF MILES DAVIS’ MASTERPIECE” at the Grammy Museum’s Clive Davis Sound Stage, 800 W Olympic Bl, L.A. 90015; 213-765-6803; www.grammymuseum.org. It’s a commemoration of Miles Davis’ jazz-funk-rock album, “Bitches Brew,” ranked as one of Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Albums of All Time. Bitches Brew is widely regarded as a Davis’ masterpiece that changed the course of music. Tonight brings a multi-media presentation to honor the genius of Miles Davis, demonstrating how he seamlessly fuses the classic with the contemporary, and why he continues to generate so much attention nearly two decades after his passing. Panelists include host Bubba Jackson (KKJZ) with special guests Henry Rollins, KCRW’s DJ Jeremy Sole, KPFK’s Maggie LePique, Erin Davis (son of Miles Davis, representing Miles Davis Properties, LLC), Vince Wilburn, Jr. (nephew of Miles Davis, representing Miles Davis Properties, LLC) and other special guests. Make reservations by email, at programs@grammymuseum.org.
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Fri, Sep 3; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm SARA HICKMAN plays the Acoustic Concert series at Neighborhood Church, 301 N Orange Grove Bl, Pasadena. As always with the series, the DAVE MORRISON BAND opens. More when we know it.
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Fri, Sep 3; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm JAMES INTVELD, with BOBBY BLUEHOUSE opening, at the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91006; www.arcadiabluesclub.com; 626-447-9349. James Intveld at 10:30 pm, Bobby Bluehouse opens at 8 pm. For seats, make reservations; dinner reservations hold tables until 8:30 pm. More at http://srv.ezinedirector.net/?n=3960171&s=93914888. Tix, $20.
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Fri, Sep 3; extended indefinitely; live theatre; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
CANCELLED: SHOW HAS ENDED ITS EXTENDED RUN. 8 pm Fri & Sat (& 5 pm Sun) “JUST 45 MINUTES FROM BROADWAY,” the critically-acclaimed world-premiere HENRY JAGLOM play has been extended at Edgemar Center for the Arts, on the Main Stage, 2437 Main St, Santa Monica 90405. Reservations req’d at 310-392-7327 or www.edgemarcenter.org (under events tab).
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Multiplatinum songwriter and cast member HARRIET SCHOCK tells us, “There’s a film being made of it, Henry Jaglom has already started shooting. Audiences love it and we’ve enjoyed performing it [well over 100] times. We’ve been extended again, but please don’t wait too long to see [this] wonderful, funny, moving, thoroughly enjoyable play.”
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Harriet Schock has worked with famous film director Henry Jaglom, writing the music for several of his feature film projects, and performing that music on-camera in his latest, “Irene in Time,” which stars Tanna Frederick, also the star if this play, making its world-premiere run.
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“JUST 45 MINUTES FROM BROADWAY” stars TANNA FREDERICK, JULIE DAVIS, DAVID GARVER, JACK HELLER, DAVID PROVAL, DIANE SALINGER, & HARRIET SCHOCK. Directed by Gary Imhoff, produced by Alexandra Guarnieri.
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Here’s a bit of the critical rave:
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"A near-Chekhovian delight! Go !!! " - L.A. Weekly
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"Henry Jaglom's new play rocks! A brilliant comic cast!" - The Huffington Post
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"Tanna Frederick moves effortlessly through an array of emotions, she & David Garver exude a quiet magnetism. Jaglom's homage to theatre people will appeal to everyone." - Hollywood Reporter
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"Henry Jaglom is a master storyteller. 'Lust 45 Minutes from Broadway' should tickle New York theatergoers when it moves closer than 45 minutes away." - For ReviewPlays.com )in The Santa Monica Daily Press and The San Diego Jewish World)
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Runs Fridays & Saturdays at 8 pm, Sundays at 5 pm, in an extended run. Parking is available (fee charged) in an onsite structure, and metered parking is available in nearby Lot 11, across the street from Peet's Coffee. Tix, $25.
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Sat & Sun, Sep 4 & 5, in Sacramento:
Annual “GOLD RUSH DAYS” in Old Sacramento, with plenty of music, re-enactors, special events at the California State Railroad Museum, and more. SOURDOUGH SLIM performs. Info, www.discovergold.org
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Check-out some Sourdough Slim performance videos:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-kbdZUDWBM
www.youtube.com/watch?v=HajY_r6RNy0
www.youtube.com/watch?v=_V9NTG6cUj0
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Sat & Sun, Sep 4 & 5, in Washington State:
Annual “TUMBLEWEED MUSIC FESTIVAL” in Richland, WA, with HANK CRAMER, DAN MAHER, WATCH THE SKY, BOLD HORIZON, WATERBOUND, THE WHATEVERLY BROTHERS, JON PFAFF, THE GREAT SANGER & DIDELE, TOM RAWSON, CHRIS ROE, THE CUTTERS, SHANGHAIED ON THE WILLAMETTE, and many others. Info. www.3rfs.org/tmf.htm
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Sat, Sep 4; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
5 & 8 pm ROY ZIMMERMAN, plus VICKI JUDITZ opening, for two shows this evening at the “Parlor Performances” series at Cornerstone Music Conservatory, above Fields Pianos, 12121 W Pico Bl (one door W of Bundy); free parking; reservations, Jeannine@FrankEntertainment.com or 310-476-6735.
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ROY ZIMMERMAN is a Guide favorite, and he’s performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” Roy is the best political-comedic songwriter on the circuit today. (Roy opens for “The Daily Show's” John Oliver Saturday, Aug 14, in the Berkshires).
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An evening with singing social satirist Roy Zimmerman is a memorable experience, given his "...lacerating wit and keen awareness of society's foibles [that] bring to mind a latter-day Tom Lehrer," says the Los Angeles Times.
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TOM LEHRER himself says, “If I were still performing, I’d be doing ROY ZIMMERMAN songs.”
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Zimmerman writes fiercely funny songs about ignorance, war and greed. In eleven albums over twenty years, he has brought the sting of satire to the struggle for peace and social justice. His songs are heard on NPR, PRI and Sirius Radio.
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His YouTube videos have earned OVER TWO MILLION VIEWS and tens of thousands of comments, and Roy adds, “many of them coherent!” He will perform some of his classics plus just-released gems from his new CD. Meantime, enjoy his originals “CREATION SCIENCE 101” at www.youtube.com/watch?v=uIwiPsgRrOs and “PSYCHEDELIC RELIC” at www.youtube.com/watch?v=PpLLv_zjuzg
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Special opening act VICKI JUDITZ, performing a selection from her hilarious eco-comedy, “Adventures of the Green Housewife.” The Los Angeles Times calls her "...a born storyteller... what sets her writing, and her performance, apart is her sense of humor, and an eye for the incongruous and ridiculous."
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“If you've never heard her perform…she's one of the storytellers that other storytellers pay to hear. She has a wonderful understated style and an amazing wit. I've heard her tell stories ranging from deadly serious to really silly, and she rivets the audience with both kinds of story. I want to go to the show myself, to hear her. Roy, too, of course.” – Nick Smith, co-producer, Caltech Folk Music Society series.
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Venue has limited seating (about 70, seats going fast) so reserve promptly. It’s upstairs – or elevator – to the 2nd floor. Tix, $25 ($20 w/ reservation by Aug 15).
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Sat, Sep 4, in Rosamond: 7 pm 1st annual “COWBOY POETRY AND MUSIC JAMBOREE” with the CROSS TOWN COWBOYS and others, tba, at the Rosamond Performing Arts Center in Rosamond, CA. $6 adults; children & srs, $5. That’s all we know about this one. .
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Sat, Sep 4:
(time tbd) PORTERHOUSE BOB plays the “Music Under the Stars” series at Adobe Olivas, 4200 Olivas Park Dr, Ventura 93003; info, 805-658-4726.
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Porterhouse Bob tells us, “The band is now 8 pieces. The 4 horns cover tuba, trombone, coronet, flugelhorn, trumpet, bari sax, tenor sax, clarinet and fiddle. We have been woodshedding with rehearsals in L.A. writing, arranging and practicing around 13 new and outrageous tunes. These new songs put the band in new territory and we are very excited to start performing them for you. We are looking forward to seeing our brief performance on the Gene Simmons Family Jewels TV show in spring and are preparing for 13 episodes on a new show that will feature the band in the ‘Bone Yard’ late night TV show setting with Porterhouse throwing out comments and such.”
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Sat, Sep 4; every Sat, Jul 10-Sep 11, in Ventura:
7:30-9:30 pm “MUSIC UNDER THE STARS” brings a different band each week, for music in various genres, to Olivas Adobe, 4200 Olivas Park Dr, Ventura. Info, 805-658-4726. Tix, $18; optional dinner is $13.50.
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Sat, Sep 4; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm JACK TEMPCHIN plus I SEE HAWKS IN L.A. play a double-bill at “Russ & Julie’s House Concert” series in Oak Park (Thousand Oaks / Agoura Hills area); reservations get directions at 818-707-2179 or houseconcerts@jrp-graphics.com. Series and show info, www.houseconcerts.us.
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Sat, Sep 4; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm (& 5 pm) ROY ZIMMERMAN, plus VICKI JUDITZ opening, for two shows this evening at the “Parlor Performances” series at Cornerstone Music Conservatory, above Fields Pianos, 12121 W Pico Bl (one door W of Bundy); free parking; reserv, Jeannine@FrankEntertainment.com or 310-476-6735.
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Sat, Sep 4:
8 pm QUINN HARRIS, with BOBBY BLUEHOUSE opening, at the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91006; www.arcadiabluesclub.com; 626-447-9349. Quinn Harris at 10:30 pm, Bobby Bluehouse opens at 8 pm. For seats, make reservations; dinner reservations hold tables until 8:30 pm. More at http://srv.ezinedirector.net/?n=3960172&s=93914888. Tix, $15.
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Sat, Sep 4; extended indefinitely; live theatre; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
CANCELLED: SHOW HAS ENDED ITS EXTENDED RUN. 8 pm Fri & Sat (& 5 pm Sun) “JUST 45 MINUTES FROM BROADWAY,” the critically-acclaimed world-premiere HENRY JAGLOM play has been extended at Edgemar Center for the Arts, on the Main Stage, 2437 Main St, Santa Monica 90405. Reservations req’d at 310-392-7327 or www.edgemarcenter.org (under events tab). See the Guide’s Sep 3 listing for complete info.
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Sun, Sep 5; extended indefinitely; live theatre; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
CANCELLED: SHOW HAS ENDED ITS EXTENDED RUN. 5 pm Sun (& 8 pm Fri & Sat) “JUST 45 MINUTES FROM BROADWAY,” the critically-acclaimed world-premiere HENRY JAGLOM play has been extended at Edgemar Center for the Arts, on the Main Stage, 2437 Main St, Santa Monica 90405. Reservations req’d at 310-392-7327 or www.edgemarcenter.org (under events tab). See the Guide’s Sep 3, 8 pm listing for complete info.
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Sun, Sep 5; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm “THE BIG PICTURE: THE FILMS OF TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX” at the Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Av, Hollywood; 323-850-2000 or 213-480-3232; www.hollywoodbowl.com. In the “Special Performances” series, with the HOLLYWOOD BOWL ORCHESTRA, DAVID NEWMAN, conductor.
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Wed-Sun, Sep 8-11, in Nashville; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
11th annual “AMERICANA MUSIC FESTIVAL & CONFERENCE” at the Nashville Convention Center, plus various performance venues, the Ryman Auditorium, and the Sheraton Nashville Downtown, 623 Union St, Nashville, TN 37219. Festival info, 615-386-6936; www.americanamusic.org.
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We are thrilled that we can bestow a humble “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick from the Guide to anything that’s happening in Nashville. this event is about real music, and an enormous showing of it.
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Scheduled to perform are SHELBY LYNNE, CAROLINA CHOCOLATE DROPS, ROSEANNE CASH, ABIGAIL WASHBURN, CHERRYHOLMES, ELIZABETH COOK, STONE HONEY, 18 SOUTH, BLACK LILLIES, CADILLAC SKY, HAYES CARLL, PETER CASE, CHIP TAYLOR, TONY JOE WHITE, CHARLIE LOUVIN, RAUL MALO, CHUCK MEAD, TOMMY EMMANUEL, MARY GAUTHIER, KEVIN GORDON, RAY WYLIE HUBBARD, WANDA JACKSON, JOHN OATES, EXENE CERVENKA, CHAPMANS, SUSAN COWSILL, KEVIN GORDON, WILL KIMBROUGH, CORB LUND, PAUL BURCH & THE WPA BALL CLUB, RANDY KOHRS BAND, JON LANGFORD & SKULL ORCHARD, MICKY & THE MOTORCARS, OVER THE RHINE, DEX ROMWEBER DUO, STEELDRIVERS, SARA STORER, STONE RIVER BOYS, SWEETBACK SISTERS, PAUL THORN, TRISTEN, WILL KIMBROUGH, TODD SNIDER'S ROCK & ROLL REVUE featuring JASON D. WILLIAMS, DAN BAIRD & FRIENDS, & FRAZEY FORD. They'll be joined by buzz-worthy up and coming acts AMERICAN AQUARIUM, DEFIBULATORS, SHANNON WHITWORTH, FRONTIER RUCKUS, CADILLAC SKY, & SARAH JAROSZ. More artists tba.
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Artists selected to perform underscore Americana's formative place in the world's musical landscape. The the inaugural “Best Americana Album” Grammy, presented to LEVON HELM for his “Electric Dirt” album earlier this year, shows that the genre continues to grow deeper grassroots and gain industry recognition and respect.
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This is really two events in one. The 2010 Americana Music Festival is part of the 11th annual Americana Music Festival & Conference.
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The 2010 Americana Music Festival is part of the 11th annual Americana Music Festival & Conference.
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The 11th Annual Americana Music Festival & Conference offers seminars, panels and networking opportunities at the Nashville Convention Center by day, and brings musical showcases each evening at premiere venues like the The Mercy Lounge, Cannery Ballroom, The Station Inn, The Basement, and 3rd & Lindsley. The Festival's capstone is the annual Americana Music Association Honors & Awards at the historic Ryman Auditorium. The ceremony toasts winners in six member-voted best-of-the-year categories and bestows Lifetime Achievement Awards on several honored guests.
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The event is intended to “cover the interests and needs of artists, managers, labels, radio stations, publishers, agents, promoters, retailers, performing rights organizations, legal and business affairs executives, tour-related services, merchandisers, new media and all related allied professionals.”
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JOHN MELLENCAMP, WANDA JACKSON, LUKE LEWIS, GREG LEISZ, & BRIAN AHERN will be honored with Lifetime Achievement Awards at the critically-acclaimed Americana Honors & Awards show, presented by the Gibson Foundation.
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The 2010 Americana Lifetime Achievement Award honorees are JOHN MELLENCAMP, whose songs have influentially combined the blue collar sweat of rock and roll and the humble grit of honky tonk; WANDA JACKSON, the undisputed “Queen of Rockabilly” and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member, whose growling glamour reshaped the role of women in both rock and roll and country; LUKE LEWIS, Chairman of Universal Music Group Nashville, whose visionary commitment to the label’s Lost Highway imprint has created a home for numerous Americana greats; GREG LEISZ, the go-to lap and pedal steel, guitar, mandolin and bass virtuoso who has enriched recordings by Lucinda Williams, Emmylou Harris, Joni Mitchell, Bill Frisell, Whiskeytown, Robert Plant & Alison Krauss and more; and BRIAN AHERN, whose work as a producer includes seminal albums by Emmylou Harris, as well as output from Marty Robbins, George Jones, Anne Murray, Billy Joe Shaver, Rodney Crowell, Jesse Winchester and Ricky Skaggs.
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Mellencamp, Jackson, Lewis, Leisz, and Ahern will be honored in the Songwriting, Performance, Executive, Instrumentalist, and Producer/Engineer Lifetime Achievement categories, respectively.
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All honorees will be present to receive their awards at the 9th Annual AMA Honors and Awards Show (during the 11th Annual conference), on September 9 at the historic Ryman Auditorium in downtown Nashville. The ceremony will feature performances by RODNEY CROWELL, ROSANNE CASH, PATTY GRIFFIN, SAM BUSH, THE AVETT BROTHERS, CORB LUND, WILL KIMBROUGH, SARAH JAROSZ, and more. JIM LAUDERDALE will again serve as master of ceremonies, while BUDDY MILLER will lead the all-star house band.
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Each year, the Americana Music Association honors distinguished members of the music community with six member-voted annual awards and Lifetime Achievement Awards. Presented by the Gibson Foundation, the Honors & Awards are attended by over 2000 artists, music loving fans, and entertainment industry executives in one of America's musical shrines, the historic Ryman Auditorium. The event has been broadcast internationally via Sirius/XM Radio, BBC2, WSM and Voice of America. The Honors & Awards have featured many amazing moments over the years, including Johnny Cash & June Carter Cash's last live performance together, as well as show-stopping appearances by John Fogerty, Lyle Lovett, Rosanne Cash, Solomon Burke, Old Crow Medicine Show, Emmylou Harris, Rodney Crowell, the Avett Brothers, Mavis Staples, Robert Plant, Patty Griffin, Guy Clark, Levon Helm, and many more.
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The Americana Music Association is a professional trade organization whose mission is to provide a forum for the advocacy of Americana music and to promote public awareness of the genre to support the creative and economic viability of professionals in this field. Dedicated to building and promoting the Americana genre and the individuals who participate in that industry, the Americana Music Association works closely with artists, labels, radio stations, retailers, print media, festivals, agents, publishers and more to help organize and build the infrastructure necessary for the Americana genre to achieve success both creatively and financially.
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Wed-Sat daytime conference hours are 9 am-5 pm; evening festival runs 8 pm-1 am nightly. Rooms at the host hotel are nearly sold out (at press time, Aug 18).
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Registered attendees have access to sanctioned events including daytime educational panels and forums, all sanctioned evening performances at local venues, and a ticket to the Americana Honors & Awards at the Historic Ryman Auditorium.
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Conference Registration (goes up Aug 20) is $350 for AMA members; $450 for non-members, and includes a ticket to the critically-acclaimed Americana Honors & Awards show. Individual Americana Honors & Awards Show tix are $55, or $50 with Music Festival wristband: The nighttime festival is open to the general public. Wristbands, good for admission to all venues during the four-day event, are the best bargain in music at $50 in advance, available now.
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Wed, Sep 8; music appreciation class begins:
1:30 - 3:30 pm ALAN CHAPMAN’S MUSIC APPRECIATION CLASS is a 10-session series in a private Brentwood home.
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Alan was a music professor at Occidental College for many years, is a regular pre-concert lecturer for the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Chamber Orchestra and Opera, and a popular host on KUSC. He is a superb speaker and educator, lively and quick-witted, and possesses a formidable arsenal of musical knowledge.
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At press time, six spots are available. Class meets the 1st Wednesday of each month, except the first two classes this semester are Sep 8 & Oct 13, before returning to the 1st Wednesday. The cost for the 10 sessions is $250 per person. For a reservation, contact Jeannine@FrankEntertainment.com or 310-476-6735.
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Wed, Sep 8; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7 pm DAVID GRAY & RAY LAMONTAGNE bring a “fusion of acoustic tunes and passionate, powerful ballads” to the Greek Theatre, 2700 N Vermont Ave in Griffith Park, L.A.; Greek Theatre hotline, 323-665-1927; tix, 213-480-3232; www.greektheatrela.com.
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Both DAVID GRAY & RAY LaMONTAGNE have fan followings across the globe, and plenty of people celebrate their hauntingly beautiful vocals and evocative songs. This co-headlining 16-city U.S. tour supports Gray’s latest album and will build interest for LaMontagne’s upcoming new CD, due later this year.
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DAVID GRAY’s 8th studio album, “Draw The Line” (on Downtown/Mercer Records) was released in the U.S. last Sep 22, to music media acclaim as his most captivating work to date. The album has been described as the “rich, warm, organic sound of David Gray being reborn and begins a new chapter in the storytelling for which he is known.” The album’s first single, "Fugitive," was #1 on AAA for 12 consecutive weeks, while the latest single, "Stella the Artist," is still climbing the chart at press time, and quickly approaching the Top 10. The CD has been called “a glorious, life-affirming collection, brimming with hooks and imagery.” USA Today proclaimed “Draw The Line” as “some of his most ambitious, affecting and densely musical work to date,” while Entertainment Weekly wrote, “Let me speak for all of us and say: Welcome back! Gray’s sincerity and robust voice have been missed, and his new music sounds well-produced and confident.”
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Gray began writing the album in 2007, and launched his world tour following its release last September, playing Europe and Australia before setting-out on North American tour dates last October. His first US tour sold-out. His current US tour was set to wrap in April, and he took it to Canada in May. But he’s back in the USA for this show.
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RAY LaMONTAGNE is an acclaimed singer-songwriter, currently at work on his fourth album to be released later this year. His last album, “Gossip in the Grain” (on RCA Records) debuted at #3 on the Billboard charts in its first week, and was the top-selling album on iTunes. LaMontagne has impressed music critics with a voice that Rolling Stone describes as "full of the warm yearning of a young Van Morrison." LaMontagne’s debut album, “Trouble,” made the UK Top 40, where the album peaked at #5. It sold over 400,000 copies worldwide. LaMontagne's sophomore release, “Till the Sun Turns Black,” made the US Top 40, peaking at #28 on the Billboard 200 chart, selling 28,000 copies in its first week.
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During his last North American tour, Spin.com declared that Ray “illustrated a near flawless transition from a front porch in Maine to the front of the most prestigious stage in the world (Radio City Music Hall).”
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The Boston Herald wrote that Ray “delivered with the confidence and enthusiasm of an artist who knows he’s reached a creative highpoint.”
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Tix, $75 / $69.50 / $50 / $45, + “Convenience Charge” of $13.50 per order (unless you get ‘em from the box office).
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Fri & Sat, Sep 10 & 11, in Utah:
Annual “OLD CAPITAL ARTS FESTIVAL” in Fillmore, UT, brings music performances, including SOURDOUGH SLIM, both days.
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Check-out some Sourdough Slim performance videos:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-kbdZUDWBM
www.youtube.com/watch?v=HajY_r6RNy0
www.youtube.com/watch?v=_V9NTG6cUj0
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Fri-Sun, Sep 10-12, festival:
Annual “ORIGINAL LOBSTER FESTIVAL” at Rainbow Lagoon Events Park, 400 E Shoreline Dr (between Shoreline Village Dr & Linden Av), Long Beach 90802. Runs Fri 5-11 pm; Sat Noon-11 pm; Sun, Noon-10 pm.
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Plenty of music in several genres on the main stage and fresh live Maine lobsters dominate a giant food court, dance floor, children’s stage, beach bar, arts-and-crafts area, live sports tent with football & baseball on TVs.
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You can get adult admission tix for $15, children free. BUT, the best way to go is to order advance tix that include a lobster feast. Those tix are $25 for a 1 ¼ lb lobster, $50 for a 2 ¼ lb lobster, with admission included. More, and advance tix, at www.originallobsterfestival.com
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Fri, Sep 10; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm SHERYL CROW plus special guest COLBIE CAILLAT at the Greek Theatre, 2700 N Vermont Ave in Griffith Park, L.A.; Greek Theatre hotline, 323-665-1927; tix, 213-480-3232; www.greektheatrela.com.
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SHERYL CROW is touring her new studio CD, “100 Miles From Memphis” (on A&M Records) due for release July 20. Along with it, she’s debuting a new live band to take the album’s “funky new sound” and her new vocal “soul stylings” on the road.
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Her 1993 debut album, “Tuesday Night Music Club,” has seven-times Platinum sales, was nominated for five Grammys and won three. Since then, she’s sold more than 35 million records worldwide and won six more Grammys from an additional 27 nominations. Crow has five studio albums, each charting in the Top 10, four of them Platinum-plus, including a quadruple-Platinum greatest hits collection and a Christmas album. In live shows, she has performed duets with musical luminaries including Sting, Kid Rock, Mick Jagger and others. Her most recent Grammy nomination was for her sixth album, 2008’s critically acclaimed “Detours.”
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Sheryl Crow is a cancer survivor and passionate supporter of a variety of environmental and health-related charities, including The NRDC, The Breast Cancer Research Foundation and The World Food Program. She’s launched her own clothing line, Bootheel Trading Co. Recently, Crow has taken an interest in acting, playing a role in a three-episode run of “Cougar Town” and doing an appearance on her friend Jerry Seinfeld’s show, “The Marriage Ref.”
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In addition to her summer tour, Crow will join the Lilith Fair caravan for the traveling festival’s first outing in a decade.
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Fri, Sep 10; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm DAVID WILCOX plays the Thousand Oaks Library Music Series, at Grant R. Brimhall Library, 1401 E Janss Rd, Thousand Oaks 91362; 818-621-8309; info, www.BodieHouse.com.
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Fri, Sep 10, in Santa Barbara; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm PETER FELDMANN, TOM LEE, & DAVID WEST perform “AN AMERICANA MUSIC CONCERT” at the Presidio Chapel, 123 E Canon Perdido St, Santa Barbara. Info & advance tix, www.BlueGrassWest.com
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FELDMANN, LEE, & WEST present material covering a wide span of country music history and styles, from the original Carter Family, the Delmore Brothers, to Jimmie Rodgers and the bluegrass music of Bill Monroe. The songs and tunes are performed in a variety of combinations, featuring bass, mandolins, banjos, and guitars, in an all-acoustic program. The repertoire ranges from early blues and ballads, old time fiddle tunes, country heart songs to bluegrass classics.
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PETER FELDMANN, recipient of the Topanga Banjo/Fiddle organizations 2008 Music Legend Award, is a longtime musical mainstay in Santa Barbara and Southern California. He is joined by guitarist / banjoist DAVID WEST and bassist TOM LEE. Besides actively performing bluegrass and old time music with a variety of groups, Peter is known as a bluegrass historian, collector, music consultant, teacher, and producer, both of live concerts and radio/tv programs throughout the area. Peter founded Santa Barbara's Old Time Fiddler's Convention (1972), UCSB's Old Time Music Front (1964), and The Bluebird Cafe (1971).
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Through these and other outlets, Peter was the first to bring many prominent folk, blues, and bluegrass artists, including Bill Monroe, Mance Lipscomb, The Stanley Brothers, The New Lost City Ramblers, Fred McDowell, Furry Lewis, Rose Maddox, the Balfa Brothers, and many others to the Santa Barbara area.
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DAVID WEST has produced over sixty albums as a staff producer for CMH records in Los Angeles, and many more as a freelance producer through his Play Ball! Musical Services and Studio "Z" based in Santa Barbara. As a session guitarist, (acoustic and electric), bassist (upright and electric), banjoist (5-string) and mandolinist, he has appeared on hundreds of albums, TV shows and commercials plus many film sound tracks. His early career was spent on the road as an accompanist touring the US and Europe and has, for the last fifteen years been primarily a studio musician. He still occasionally tours, backing up some of his favorite musicians, including Peter Lewis (Moby Grape), Chris Hillman (Byrds, Flying Burrito Bros., Manassas), and Nashville/California songwriter Kate Wallace, not to mention his old pal Peter Feldmann. A complete bio and additional discography is available at www.davidwest.com
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TOM LEE's music ranges far and wide, from traditional jazz to country, Hawaiian, and bluegrass standards. As a skilled bassist, Tom has toured with the Drifters, the Bluegrass Cardinals, and other musical groups. His vocal harmonies add richness to the group's duo and trio arrangements. He is director of the Song Tree Music Series, a popular concert forum in Goleta, bringing lots of great music to the area.
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Cosponsored by the Santa Barbara Trust for Historic Preservation. Seating at the Chapel is limited. Advance tix, $15. (Trust for Historic Preservation members, $12.) Remaining tix, if any, available at door.
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8 pm The DITTY BOPS return to McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $20.
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Fri, Sep 10; extended indefinitely; live theatre; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
CANCELLED: SHOW HAS ENDED ITS EXTENDED RUN. 8 pm Fri & Sat (& 5 pm Sun) “JUST 45 MINUTES FROM BROADWAY,” the critically-acclaimed world-premiere HENRY JAGLOM play has been extended at Edgemar Center for the Arts, on the Main Stage, 2437 Main St, Santa Monica 90405. Reservations req’d at 310-392-7327 or www.edgemarcenter.org (under events tab). See the Guide’s Sep 3, 8 pm listing for complete info.
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Sat & Sun, Sep 11 & 12; festival; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
1st annual “FALL EQUINOX FESTIVAL” - Folk Music, Dance, & Storytelling Festival, presented by the California Traditional Music Society (CTMS) in collaboration with FolkWorks, featuring NIGHTINGALE, JOHN WHELAN BAND, and FOGHORN DUO, at Rancho Cordillera del Norte, 9015 Wilbur Av, Northridge 91324.
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Saturday evening concert, plus master classes Saturday afternoon, Sep 11.
Full festival runs Sunday, Sep 12, 10 am-6 pm. + Principal concert acts:
NIGHTINGALE was formed in 1993 by JEREMIAH McLANE (accordion, piano; www.jeremiahmclane.com), KEITH MURPHY (voice, guitar, mandolin, piano, foot percussion; www.blackislemusic.com) and BECKY TRACY (fiddle). The nightingale bird is a poetic figure that appears in traditional songs from many places, including parts of Northern Europe, Canada and the United States. So the nightingale was an appropriate emblem for a band committed to drawing inspiration from a wide musical territory that includes Ireland, France, Scandinavia, Newfoundland and Quebec. + JOHN WHELAN BAND is led by a man known for his amazing button accordion virtuosity. He moved in 1980 from the Dunstable Irish community in London to the US and soon was performing with Riverdance fiddler Eileen Ivers in one of the most celebrated Irish duos of the decade. He has recorded both solo and band albums that have been favorites of the Celtic Music community, worldwide. He has appeared in films, including Ang Lee's “Ride with the Devil” (1999). Joining John is CHARLENE Adzima (fiddle and song; www.myspace.com/fhidileoir) and ZAC LEGER (guitar and bouzouki; www.myspace.com/zacleger ).
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FOGHORN DUO plays old time string band music deeply rooted in the American folk tradition. It's a pre-copyright, post-bluegrass style, but “the Foghorns” put their own stamp on it. STEPHEN "SAMMY" LIND's fiddle and CALEB KLAUDER's mandolin play tight, unison lead lines. It's a sound that could be coming to you from a big console radio in a 1930s living room, or an Appalachian front porch. Instead, it's being delivered by players from the thriving old time music scene of Portland, Oregon. “The Foghorns” are proof positive that folk music will remain vital as long as there are folks who want to play it. + Master Classes are offered, as follows: Arranging / Ensemble playing: Nightingale Fiddle: Charlene Adzima, Sammy Lind Mandolin: Caleb Klauder +
The Concert is Nightingale,& the John Whelan Band
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The Festival is a revival of the CTMS Summer Solstice (and previously Dulcimer) Festivals that were held many years at SOKA University, and before that, at Cal State Northridge (CSUN) and Greystone Mansion. The festival continues that legacy on two concert stages, plus a dance tent, teaching workshops, storytelling, children's activities and, of course, lots of jamming. Many details are still being confirmed. Here’s the current line-up.
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Workshops: Fiddle: TOM SAUBER, SAMMY LIND, KIRA OTT, DAVID BRAGGER Banjo: CALEB LAUDER, STEVE LEWIS, CHRIS BERRY Guitar: KELLY MARTIN, JOE WACK, ZAC LEGER Mandolin: PATRICK SAUBER, JIMMY MURPHY, ASHLEY BRODER Other: PATTI AMELOTTE (Hammered Dulcimer), CHRISTA BURCH (Bodhran), ROSS ALTMAN (Yiddish Songs), AEDAN MacDONNELL (Harp), PAT MacSWYNEY (Intro Balkan Music), MELANIE NOLLEY / LEEANNE GORNE (Intro Irish Music/Sessions), SEVERINE BROWNE (Songwriting), JESSICA CATRON (Shape Note Singing), ARIELLA FORNSTEIN (Improv. Vocals); plus, Storytelling, and more (TBA) + Dance tent: Cumbia (Los Pochos), International Folk Dancing (Sherry Cochran with Mehanatones), West African, Squares (Susan Michaels, caller with K. Boogie & The Brownbaggers), Contradance (Susan Michaels & Frannie Marr, callers with Nightingale)
+ Family Activities: Family Dance (with Susan Michaels), Crafts, Facepainting, Juggling, Storytelling and more TBA
+ Advance tickets: Early bird tickets (not including the concert or master classes, which will be available soon) are available at www.ctmsfolkmusic.org/equinox/default.html for $20 (admission only).
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Sat, Sep 11; festival:
Noon-8 pm “WEST LOS ANGELES JAZZ FESTIVAL” at Jackie Robinson Stadium, UCLA Baseball complex, on the campus in Westwood. Presented by Homeland Homeless as a benefit for disabled veterans; www.homelandhomeless.com. Contact events_homelandhomeless@yahoo.com.
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Festival features GERALD ALBRIGHT, HOWARD HEWETT, NAJEE, KIRK WHALUM, EUGE GROOVE, PETER WHITE, THE SAI WHATT BAND, KEIKO MATSUI, ALEX BUGNON, and others.
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Musically, not our cup of beverage (we’ll be at the Equinox Festival), but this is a benefit for a great cause.
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Sat, Sep 11; Fri-Sun, Sep 10-12, festival:
Annual “ORIGINAL LOBSTER FESTIVAL” at Rainbow Lagoon Events Park, 400 E Shoreline Dr (between Shoreline Village Dr & Linden Av), Long Beach 90802. Runs Fri 5-11 pm; Sat Noon-11 pm; Sun, Noon-10 pm. (See Friday listing for complete info.)
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Sat & Sun, Sep 11 & 12, in Port Townsend, Washington:
Annual “PORT TOWNSEND WOODEN BOAT FESTIVAL,” with THE CUTTERS, THE WHATEVERLY BROTHERS, TOM LEWIS, and others, plus shanty sings on Fri & Sat nights. Info, www.woodenboat.org/festival
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Sat, Sep 11; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7-10 pm 7 pm “GRASSROOTS ACOUSTICA” presents GRETCHEN PETERS & JUDE JOHNSTONE, both hit songwriters, busking to cure Alzheimer’s, in rare area appearances at this month’s charity-benefit showcase – with a full lineup of performers – at The Talking Stick, 1411 Lincoln Bl, Venice 92091; 310-450-6052; www.thetalkingstick.net.
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Here’s a bit of background on the series. Mark explains, “All of the performers, [make] good on their promise to busk their hearts out… new songs & everything… a Who's Hoot.” Past lineups have included Grammy winners / nominees and a Village Voice OBIE Award winner. Mark continues, “There's no shortage of acoustic eclecticism in Los Angeles.” More on Grassroots Acoustica, and lineup for tonight’s show, at www.grassrootsacoustica.org.
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The venue was named as co-winner for “Best Free (no cover) Acoustic Music Venue” in FolkWorks’ annual review in 2008, and this series had a lot to do with that recognition. No cover charge, but every show is a benefit for a nonprofit or charity.
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Sat, Sep 11; every Sat, Jul 10-Sep 11, in Ventura:
7:30-9:30 pm “MUSIC UNDER THE STARS” closes its season tonight at Olivas Adobe, 4200 Olivas Park Dr, Ventura. Info, 805-658-4726. Series brings a different band each week, for music in various genres. Tix, $18; optional dinner is $13.50.
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Sat, Sep 11; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm ELIZA GILKYSON, accompanied by guitar wiz NINA GERBER, plays the Caltech Folk Music Society series in Beckman Institute Auditorium (“Little Beckman”) on the campus, 322 S Michigan Av, Pasadena; 626-395-4652, or toll-free 888-2CALTECH (1-888-222-5832). More at Caltech Folk Music Series (www.folkmusic.caltech.edu) or Caltech Presents / Caltech Public Events series (www.events.caltech.edu). Eliza returns for her second time to the long-running series, and she’s a “good get” here, as this Southern Cal tour includes McCabe’s and a big series in San Diego.
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Eliza, who has performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” is, as Caltech Folk Society bookers Rex Mayreis and Nick Smith observe, “a very talented singer and songwriter, now living in Austin, Texas, that Mecca of fine musicians.” They add, “She has such a fine way with words, and her vocals are so compelling. She's a strong woman who can express the spectrum of feelings and her songs grow and deepen with each listening.”
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Joan Baez recorded a couple of Eliza's songs on a recent CD. Talented other music icons are doing her songs, live and recorded. You can hear Eliza sing "Borderline" on Youtube at www.youtube.com/watch?v=4QYuwwEw1Ac&feature=related. There’s more at Eliza's website, www.elizagilkyson.com.
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The splendid NINA GERBER is, happily, a late edition, since the event’s flyers were printed.
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The campus ticket office handles the Folk Music Society’s tickets, takesd credit cards, and is open Noon-5 pm, Mon-Fri; their number is 626-395-4652. Tickets went on sale in early August. This will likely sell-out. $18 adults, $5 Caltech students and children.
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Sat, Sep 11; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm JESSE WINCHESTER at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $24.50.
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Sat, Sep 11; world music; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm KÁTIA MORAES performs for the “Ritmos Latinos” series at the Grand Annex, 434 W 6th St, San Pedro 90731; www.grandvision.org; 310-833-4813.
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Brazilian singer Kátia Moraes takes the stage with out-of-this-world energy, grace, and soul. She began her career in Rio de Janeiro, before moving to Los Angeles in 1990. Her powerful voice, dynamic lyrics and stage presence have taken her around the globe from the Sydney Australia Festival to The French Quarter Festival in New Orleans among many other events in the U.S. and abroad. Moraes’ enticing blend of Brazilian rhythms has been widely recognized by the International Brazilian Press, the New Times Newspaper Music Awards, and many more. “She comes on stage like an explosion, her body in constant motion, her voice powerful and dynamic.” ~ Los Angeles Times,
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A “Wine Tastings & Ticket Package” is available for $25 advance, $30 day of show. Tastings before all shows are at Off the Vine Wines, 491 W 6th St, San Pedro, from 6:30-7:30 pm; reservations, 310-833-4813, and you can pick up your concert tix at Off the Vine; more, www.offthevinewines.com.
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Sat, Sep 11; extended indefinitely; live theatre; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
CANCELLED: SHOW HAS ENDED ITS EXTENDED RUN. 8 pm Fri & Sat (& 5 pm Sun) “JUST 45 MINUTES FROM BROADWAY,” the critically-acclaimed world-premiere HENRY JAGLOM play has been extended at Edgemar Center for the Arts, on the Main Stage, 2437 Main St, Santa Monica 90405. Reservations req’d at 310-392-7327 or www.edgemarcenter.org (under events tab). See the Guide’s Sep 3, 8 pm listing for complete info.
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Sun, Sep 12; Sat & Sun, Sep 11 & 12; festival; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
1st annual “FALL EQUINOX FESTIVAL” - Folk Music, Dance, & Storytelling Festival, presented by the California Traditional Music Society (CTMS) in collaboration with FolkWorks, featuring NIGHTINGALE, JOHN WHELAN BAND, and FOGHORN DUO, at Rancho Cordillera del Norte, 9015 Wilbur Av, Northridge 91324.
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Sun, Sep 12; Fri-Sun, Sep 10-12, festival:
Annual “ORIGINAL LOBSTER FESTIVAL” at Rainbow Lagoon Events Park, 400 E Shoreline Dr (between Shoreline Village Dr & Linden Av), Long Beach 90802. Runs Fri 5-11 pm; Sat Noon-11 pm; Sun, Noon-10 pm. (See Friday listing for complete info.)
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Sun, Sep 12:
11 am STORYTIME FUNLAND plays a “Matinee Kids' Show” at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $8 (kids under age 2 are free).
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Sun, Sep 12; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
3-5 pm THE MURPHY FAMILY, plus THE WIMBERLEY BLUEGRASS BAND and MURPHY'S FLAW, play the “FREE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES” co-sponsored by the Topanga Banjo•Fiddle Contest organization and the National Park Service, at Peter Strauss Ranch, 30000 Mulholland Hwy (2 blks from Troutdale Rd), in Santa Monica Mtns Nat’l Rec Area, near Agoura Hills; 818-382-4819. Set in an outdoor amphitheater under the shade of the giant old oaks. Park free in the lot just past the bridge and walk back over the bridge to the ranch entrance. Bring a picnic and a cushion or blanket for the earthen or wood bench seating. Fun and free.
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Today is a much-anticipated show, with the best of the 50th Annual Topanga Banjo•Fiddle Contest’s award-winning bands, plus “a few surprises” are promised. This will be a fine show. You’ll get the virtuosity you expect from mainstage festival acts, conveniently packaged in a two-hour, free show.
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In addition, TBFC presents free folk-singing programs at various public libraries. Info on the full range of the organization’s activities available at www.topangabanjofidle.org - go to “Free Concerts” for detailed info on the artists in the Strauss Ranch series.
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Sun, Sep 12; extended indefinitely; live theatre; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
CANCELLED: SHOW HAS ENDED ITS EXTENDED RUN. 5 pm Sun, (& 8 pm Fri & Sat) “JUST 45 MINUTES FROM BROADWAY,” the critically-acclaimed world-premiere HENRY JAGLOM play has been extended at Edgemar Center for the Arts, on the Main Stage, 2437 Main St, Santa Monica 90405. Reservations req’d at 310-392-7327 or www.edgemarcenter.org (under events tab). See the Guide’s Sep 3, 8 pm listing for complete info.
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Sun, Sep 12; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
Annual “CELTIC ARTS CENTER CONCERT AT THE FORD” with KEN O'MALLEY opening for THE FUREYS & DAVEY ARTHUR, at the Ford Amphitheatre (aka John Anson Ford Amphitheatre), 2580 Cahuenga Bl East, Hollywood 90068; 323-GO1-FORD; www.FordTheatres.org; box dinner orders 310-652-3797.
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Tickets on the Ford website are face value plus $3.50 per ticket. You can get them for face value plus a handling fee of only 50 cents per ticket, at www.celticconcert.com (or email fureysattheford@gmail.com). Group rates available at that site; 10% discount for parties of 8 or more, 20% discount for parties of 16 or more. Tix available at the same discounted price at the Irish Import Shop, 742 N Vine (at Melrose), Hollywood, or Shamrock Imports, 12514 1/2 Magnolia Bl (near Whitsett), Valley Village.
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Thu, Sep 16; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm BLAME SALLY plays a Beverly Hills version of the Bodie House Concert Series, at the Beverly Hills Womens Club; info, www.BodieHouse.com.
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Thu, Sep 16:
8 pm monthly “NETTE RADIO SHOWCASE” with PATRICIA BAHIA, ATHENA MARIE, and Nette Radio host ANNETTE CONLON, at Genghis Cohen, 740 N Fairfax, Los Angeles 90046. Joining Annette are JEFF MARSHALL, JOHN DePATIE, & JEFF MADDOX, “doing new songs,” and she expects a special guest. Annette adds, “This may be the last show of the year, so I hope you can make it out!” $8 cover if you print and take this listing.
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Fri, Sep 17; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm ELIZA GILKYSON at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix,. $22.50.
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Fri, Sep 17; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm SUSIE GLAZE & THE HILONESOME BAND plus BYRON WALLS (New Christie Minstrels / Limeliters alum) play a double-bill at the “CAMARILLO CAFÉ CONCERT SERIES,” at Camarillo Community Center, 1605 E Burnley St (NE corner, Carmen & Burnley), Camarillo; info, 805-523-2682, email WhatsHappening@CamarilloCafe.com and website, www.CamarilloCafe.com. Sponsored by Pleasant Valley Recreation & Parks District. Produced by Gary & Kathy Lynch.
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7:30 pm - doors open - open mic signups begin
8 pm – open mic
8:40 pm – first headliner.
9:15 pm – break (refreshments and snacks available)
9:40 pm – second headliner.
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Sat & Sun, Sep 18 & 19, east of San Diego; festival:
Annual “JULIAN BANJO-FIDDLE CONTEST AND MUSIC FESTIVAL” celebrates its 40th year at Frank Lane Field, in the mountain community of Julian, east of San Diego. A variety of traditional music is featured both days. The Banjo, Fiddle, Guitar, and Mandolin Contests are on Saturday only. There will be an Open Mic stage and lots of Jamming Opportunities all weekend. Organizers say, “if you are a player, start getting ready! Teachers - let your students know - encourage them to enter.” The Julian event is the one of the oldest festivals in California. Many of the finest stringed instrument artists of today participated in the Julian contest when they were just getting started - NICKEL CREEK, STUART DUNCAN, ALLISON BROWN, and JOHN MOORE among the many. Come to Julian in September to participate in a continuation of music history. More info, and the 2010 Entry Form are online at www.julianbanjofiddle.com
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Sat, Sep 18; festival, in Palmdale:
Noon-9 pm annual “GRACEFEST AV” returns for its 3rd year, with headliners BIG DADDY WEAVE, BARLOWGIRL, & AARON SHUST, all of whom have been Dove Award nominees or winners, plus a special performance by DOMINIC BALI, one of CHRISTIAN REGGAE’s artists. Gates open at 11:30 am and local artists begin performing at noon, including Central Christian’s Worship Band, Highlands Worship Band and AngelSong by Angela Hearn’s. Christian artists Bold Witness are openers. Venue is in Palmdale. Info & tix, www.gracefestav.com; 661-265-6069.
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GraceFest AV is a fundraiser for the Kids Charities of the Antelope Valley. Funds raised go to numerous local Christian school scholarship programs to provide further education. The Kids Charities of the AV was founded in 2000 by Ron Emard. Ron is the Managing Partner at Robertson Palmdale Honda in Palmdale and Dealer Principal at Antelope Valley Harley Davidson in Lancaster. Ron and his wife Yvette are known for their untiring devotion to kids in need and have been actively involved in the community since the mid 1980's. Year to date Kids Charities of the Antelope Valley has raised over $2.8 million for the kids from various local fundraising events.
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Carry-in food and coolers permitted. Blankets and beach chairs encouraged, beach umbrellas for shade are permitted until 5:30 pm. Sunscreen, hats/caps and light-colored clothing suggested. Alcoholic beverages, smoking and pets strictly prohibited. Numerous food and beverage vendors available.
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All seating is festival style on grass and there is no reserved seating other than a small area for sponsors. Ages 12 and under free; age 13-19, $5 with a student ID. Online tickets available at www.gracefestav.com. Advance tix also available at City of Palmdale Parks and Recreation (38260 10th St E, in Palmdale), and at local businesses and churches. Adult tix $15 advance, $20 gate.
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Sat, Sep 18:
9 am-4 pm “MONTROSE ART WALK” in the 2300 & 2400 blocks of Honolulu Av, Montrose. Billed as, “Musicians playing, great family outing. Watch artists work while strolling along the tree-lined Honolulu Avenue.” Info, call Montrose Chamber of Commerce, 818-249-7171. Runs May 8, Jul 10, Sep 18, Nov 13.
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Sat, Sep 18; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm ELIZABETH COOK at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $15.
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Sun, Sep 19; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7 pm “¡VIVA MEXICO!” with OZOMATLI, LOS SUPER SEVEN, MEXICAN INSTITUTE OF SOUND, MARIACHI REYNA DE LOS ANGELES, & GRANDEZA MEXICANA FOLK BALLET COMPANY, is the only “mainstream” offering in “KCRW's World Festival” series at the Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Av, Hollywood; 323-850-2000 or 213-480-3232; www.hollywoodbowl.com. This will be a partly electric, partly-acoustic, partly traditional, partly world-beatish show, so be aware what you’ll encounter.
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Sun, Sep 19, in San Diego; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm ELIZA GILKYSON performs at the “Acoustic Music San Diego” series at 4650 Mansfield St, San Diego 92116; www.amsdconcerts.com; 619-303-8176. Tix are $(tba) with dinner and a premium seat, $(tba) concert only.
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Tue, Sep 21-Sun, Sep 26, in Prague in the Czech Republic:
“PLAY PRAGUE” MUSIC CONFERENCE AND CONCERT is a 6-day event, with seminars / workshops by Nashville award-winning music industry professionals, showcases by artists and bands, and talent competitions to perform in the closing concert which will be webcast live on Sep 25. More at www.playprague.com.
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Tue, Sep 21:
7 pm “An Evening with FURTHUR, featuring PHIL LESH & BOB WEIR” at the Greek Theatre, 2700 N Vermont Ave in Griffith Park, L.A.; Greek Theatre hotline, 323-665-1927; tix, 213-480-3232; www.greektheatrela.com.
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GRATEFUL DEAD members PHIL LESH & BOB WEIR continue their musical adventure with their new band FURTHUR. The venue’s promo says, “Fans can expect Lesh & Weir to push the musical envelope with jaw-dropping improvisations and loving renditions of Grateful Dead classics, with an all star band. New and old fans of the Grateful Dead alike will be entranced as Phil & Bob take the musical journey “furthur”, exploring some of the Grateful Dead’s most beloved songs in a tour that promises to keep the feet stomping and the bodies shaking.”
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Fri-Sun, Sep 24-26, in Grass Valley:
Annual “DRAFT HORSE CLASSIC” at Nevada County Fairgrounds, Grass Valley, CA. SOURDOUGH SLIM is among the musical performers. Info, www.nevadacountyfair.com
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Check-out some Sourdough Slim performance videos:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-kbdZUDWBM
www.youtube.com/watch?v=HajY_r6RNy0
www.youtube.com/watch?v=_V9NTG6cUj0
www.youtube.com/watch?v=p6aRDawFme4
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Fri, Sep 24:
TONY BENNETT at the Gibson Amphitheatre, 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City 91608; 818-622-4440 (formerly Universal Amph.) Tix on sale Apr 4.
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Fri, Sep 24; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm “WILLIE NELSON & FAMILY” plus RYAN BINGHAM at the Greek Theatre, 2700 N Vermont Ave in Griffith Park, L.A.; Greek Theatre hotline, 323-665-1927; tix, 213-480-3232; www.greektheatrela.com.
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Legendary singer-songwriter WILLIE NELSON is touring his new album, “Country Music.”
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“COUNTRY MUSIC” was released in April on Rounder Records. The album was produced by Grammy and Oscar winner and fellow music legend T BONE BURNETT. It’s the first time the two music legends have worked together. Along with RYAN BINGHAM, T BONE BURNETT won a music Oscar in 2010 for “Best Original Song” for “The Weary Kind,” from the award winning film “Crazy Heart.”
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With a six-decade career and 200 plus albums, iconic Texan WILLIE NELSON is the creative genius behind the historic recordings of “Crazy”, “Red Headed Stranger,” “Stardust,” and many others. He has earned every conceivable award as a musician and amassed reputable credentials as an author, actor and activist.
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Who else could release three new albums in the same year? Willie’s 2009 new CDs included “Naked Willie,” “Willie and the Wheel,” and the critically-acclaimed “American Classic,” the latter hitting the stores last August.
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RYAN BINGHAM opens the show. Music Oscar winner for the film, “Crazy Heart,” and known for his long-time band THE DEAD HORSES, Ryan and the band’s new album “Junky Star” (released Aug 31 on Lost Highway Records) was also produced by legendary songwriter and musician T BONE BURNETT.
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Tix, $75 / $59.50 / $39.50, + “Convenience Charge” of $13.50 per order (unless you get ‘em from the box office).
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Sat, Sep 25, in Bear Valley (near Tehachapi); festival:
Annual “BEAR VALLEY BUCKAROO GATHERING” in Bear Valley, near Tehachapi, with many cowboy / western performers and cowboy poets, some award-winning. More when we know it.
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Sat, Sep 25, festival:
All-day “HARVEST FESTIVAL OF DULCIMERS” with workshops & concerts, at Culver-Palms United Methodist Church, 4464 Sepulveda Bl; Culver City.
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Featuring:
NEIL HELLMAN, mountain dulcimer legend
KENDRA WARD & BOB BENCE, hammered & fretted dulcimers and guitar
CARMEN AMREIN, all the way from Germany, playing her hackbrett (hammered dulcimer)
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Free noontime concert and storytelling hour; open jam, all instruments; workshops for guitar, ukulele, bodhran, tin-whistle, & harmonica. Vendors all day, and meals available on site.
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Twilight / Evening Concert with all four featured artists.
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Plus, on Sun, Sep 26, classes offered by the festival’s featured artists; locations and times tba. More at www.scdh.org.
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Sat, Sep 25; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm “BODIE HOUSE MUSIC 10 th ANNIVERSARY SHOW” at the Thousand Oaks Library Music Series, at Grant R. Brimhall Library, 1401 E Janss Rd, Thousand Oaks 91362; 818-621-8309; info, www.BodieHouse.com. No, we don’t yet know who is playing, but we are assured it will be some wonderful artists.
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Sat, Sep 25; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm DALA, the splendid Canadian indie music duo, plays the Smothers Theatre, Pepperdine University, 24255 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu; www.arts.pepperdine.edu. Presented by Pepperdine University Center for the Arts. Advance tix, 310-506-4522.
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Darlings of the Canadian music scene, AMANDA WALTHER & SHEILA CARABINE of DALA (the duo's name was formed by combining the last two letters of each artist's name) have come a long way in a short time. The two best friends met in their high school music class, wrote their first song together in 2002, and since have performed at Toronto's legendary Massey Hall a total of seven times. Amanda's ethereal soprano voice blends seamlessly with Sheila's velvety alto, creating the lush harmonies that have become their trademark. The sheer joy with which they perform is infectious, turning first-time listeners into instant fans.
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"[They are] the angels of folk music. Ethereal, eloquent, and downright beautiful, the music they create is faultlessly performed..." - Exclaim!
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Dala has toured across Canada six times, opening for such artists as Jann Arden, Tom Cochrane, Matthew Good, Stuart McLean of the CBC's Vinyl Cafe, and, most recently, Chantal Kreviazuk. It has also performed at the New Orleans Jazz Festival, the Edmonton Folk Festival, California's Strawberry Festival, and Mariposa. In 2009 it was the only Canadian act invited to play at the 50th Anniversary of the Newport Folk Festival.
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Dala is poised to bring its harmonies and fresh brand of acoustic pop to the world. Drawing upon influences like the Beatles, Joni Mitchell, Neil Young, and Bob Dylan, the pair writes songs that are both catchy and insightful.
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“Everyone Is Someone,” Dala's new album, was released in 2009 to critical acclaim. It earned the vocalists their fifth Canadian Folk Music Award nomination and was named "Album of the Year" by The Irish Post. The song "Horses," which speaks to the heartbreak and hope of a young man dealing with disability, was nominated by National Public Radio in the US as one of the Top 10 folk songs of 2009.
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The duo's PBS special, “Girls from the North Country,” was recently broadcast across North America and GREATLY impressed the editor of the Guide.
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Additionally, Dala won the 2010 Toronto Independent Music Award for Best Folk Artist.
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The admission price includes a dessert reception with the musicians following the performance. Tix, $25 gen’l, $10 for full-time Pepperdine students. More at www.dalagirls.com.
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Sun, Sep 26; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7 pm SLAID CLEAVES at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $20.
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Thu & Fri, Sep 30-Oct 1:
Annual “AUSTRALIAN MUSIC ASSOCIATION CONVENTION” in Melbourne, Australia.
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Thu, Sep 30:
8 pm JOHN CALE: “WHEN PAST & FUTURE COLLIDE - PARIS 1919 LIVE” at UCLA Live, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr, on the UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A.; www.uclalive.org; info 310-825-4401; UCLA ticket office 310-825-2101.
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It may surprise you that this show is in the Guide. Please read-on, and you’ll discern why. The co-founder of the Velvet Underground, JOHN CALE is legendary for his avant-garde pop-music aesthetic – but there’s more. In this West Coast premiere, Cale performs his seminal 1973 album “Paris 1919” in its entirety with his band and members of the UCLA Philharmonia. Dubbed “a masterpiece” by Rolling Stone, the magazine calls the record “one of the most ambitious albums ever released under the name of pop.” With evocative melodies, sweeping orchestration and poetic lyricism, “Paris 1919” effortlessly blends rock, soul and classical music. The second set will feature Cale’s more modern side. The promo says, “whether that’s debuting new material or deconstructing a classic, it’s sure to be an unforgettable evening.” UCLA Live at Royce Hall, 340 Royce Drive, Westwood. Tix, $38-68 ($15 for UCLA students).
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Sat, Oct 2; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm “VIVA MEXICO! 50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION” with acclaimed Spanish-language singers ANGELES OCHOA and PERLA BATALLA joining NATI CANO and MARIACHI LOS CAMPEROS at UCLA Live, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr, on the UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A.; www.uclalive.org; info 310-825-4401; UCLA ticket office 310-825-2101.
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Mariachi Los Camperos de Nati Cano featuring special guests Angeles Ochoa and Perla Batalla: Viva Mexico! 50th Anniversary Celebration — The 2009 Grammy Award-winning MARIACHI LOS CAMPEROS DE NATI CANO commemorates its 50th anniversary and the Bicentennial of Mexico with this special program. Spanish-language songstresses ANGELES OCHOA and PERLA BATALLA will help tell the story of Mexican independence through mariachi favorites “Viva Mexico,” “Mexico Lindo,” “La Bamba,” “Ave Maria” and more. A Los Angeles treasure, Los Camperos have emerged as the driving force of a musical tradition treasured throughout the world. The group is known for its collaboration with LINDA RONDSTADT on her critically acclaimed Spanish-language album, “Canciones de mi Padre.” Tix, $43-78 ($15 for UCLA students).
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Sat, Oct 2:
HENRY GRIMES & FRIENDS at REDCAT, The Roy & Edna Disney CalArts Theater, at the L.A. Music Center, 631 W 2nd St (at Hope St), inside the Walt Disney Concert Hall complex, downtown Los Angeles 90012; www.redcat.org; 213-237-2800; Fall sched, www.redcat.org/sites/redcat.org/files/REDCAT_Fall10_Brochure.pdf.
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Legendary jazz bassist Henry Grimes makes first L.A. appearance since moving to New York in 2003.
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Sat, Oct 2:
8 pm KIMBERLY DAHME & JILL KNIGHT play a double-bill at “Russ & Julie’s House Concert” series in Oak Park (Thousand Oaks / Agoura Hills area); reservations get directions at 818-707-2179 or houseconcerts@jrp-graphics.com. Series and show info, www.houseconcerts.us.
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Sat, Oct 2:
8 pm HAYES CARLL at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $15.
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Sun, Oct 3; festival; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
All day First ever “AMERICANA MUSIC FEST” sponsored by the Thousand Oaks Kiwanis Charitable Foundation at the beautiful Paramount Ranch near Agoura Hills, in the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation area. Info. www.americanamusicfestkw.org
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Performers are all acoustic, chosen from submissions through the spring and summer.
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With three stages, an Instrument Petting Zoo to let kids get some hands-on feel, workshops, many with the goal of getting kids interested in learning to play and letting them know where to get lessons.This is the inaugural year for what’s already being called “a wonderful event, with multiple stages of scheduled acts, prestigious contests, and all-day jams under the oak tress and on the wooden boardwalks of the buildings in the movie-set old west town.” Yep, if any of that sounds familiar, it is indded the same site as the Topanga Banjo Fiddle Contest.
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Info, or to assist with the planning or presentation of the event, send an inquiry to info@AmericanaMusicFest.org.
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Sun, Oct 3:
ROBERT HENKE: “MOONLAKE LIVE” at REDCAT, The Roy & Edna Disney CalArts Theater, at the L.A. Music Center, 631 W 2nd St (at Hope St), inside the Walt Disney Concert Hall complex, downtown Los Angeles 90012; www.redcat.org; 213-237-2800; Fall sched, www.redcat.org/sites/redcat.org/files/REDCAT_Fall10_Brochure.pdf.
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The co-creator of the Ableton Live software gives a special Monolake Live performance.
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Fri-Sun, Oct 8-10, in Lone Pine, CA:
Annual “LONE PINE FILM FESTIVAL” with many events at the museum and around town, interpretive tours of famous movie locations, and more, including a Friday evening concert (2 shows, 7 & 9 pm) with DON EDWARDS & SOURDOUGH SLIM in the Lone Pine High School Auditorium. Schedules, concert tix (it sells-out), info, www.lonepinefilmfestival.org
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Check-out some Sourdough Slim performance videos:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-kbdZUDWBM
www.youtube.com/watch?v=HajY_r6RNy0
www.youtube.com/watch?v=_V9NTG6cUj0
www.youtube.com/watch?v=p6aRDawFme4
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Sat, Oct 9; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
4 pm ”2nd ANNUAL WHISTLE STOP RANCH FALL COWBOY ROUNDUP” with DAVE STAMEY, GARY ROBERTSON, and MICHAEL TCHERKASSKY, at Whistle Stop Ranch in Acton, CA (off the 14 Fwy, between Santa Clarita and Palmdale.) Sponsored by OutWest Marketing in Old Town Newhall. Gates at 4 pm, show at 7 pm. Event includes “cowboy grub and great entertainment” at Mike & Paulette Tcherkassky's Whistle Stop Ranch. This year's gathering will feature the Western Music Association's “Entertainer of the Year” DAVE STAMEY, talented poet and storyteller, GARY ROBERTSON and "Saddle Serenader" MICHAEL TCHERKASSKY (you’ve seen him playing guitar and singing on horseback at the Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival). $35 per person includes dinner and beverages. Order tix early, as last year sold-out. Updates, reservations, email list signup, at big.hat@sbcglobal.net
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Sat, Oct 9; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm MARLEY’S GHOST plays the CALTECH FOLK MUSIC SOCIETY series in Beckman Institute Auditorium (“Little Beckman”) on the campus, 322 S Michigan Av, Pasadena; 626-395-4652, or toll-free 888-2CALTECH (1-888-222-5832). More at Caltech Folk Music Series (www.folkmusic.caltech.edu) or Caltech Presents / Caltech Public Events series (www.events.caltech.edu).
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Series bookers Rex Mayreis and Nick Smithy gush, “We finally landed this incredible vocal and instrumental band… These five guys play guitar, mandolin, keyboards, pedal steel, bass, Dobro, drums, bouzouki, a bit of bagpipes and more! More importantly, you get five guys who can all sing lead, and they put together some of the finest harmonies we've ever had at Caltech, which is saying a lot! Their material is as eclectic as can be, including gospel, country & western, traditional folk, blues, and reggae. You just have to hear them to find out how they make this all work, but their music is stirring.”
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Your editor, after wanting to hear them for years, caught up with them at Northwest Folklife in Seattle a few years ago, and they met or exceeded all his expectations. More at www.marleysghostband.com.
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The campus ticket office handles the Folk Music Society’s tickets, takesd credit cards, and is open Noon-5 pm, Mon-Fri; their number is 626-395-4652. Tickets went on sale in early August. This will likely sell-out. Tickets are $15, $5 for children and Caltech students.
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Sat, Oct 9; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm JIM KWESKIN at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. The man who pioneered the popular return of jug band music (back in the ‘60s) is still at it, with a diverse and highly musical repertoire. It’s great fun to see him perform. Tix, $20.
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Sun, Oct 10, in Goleta; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
10 am-5 pm The 39th annual “OLD TIME FIDDLERS CONVENTION AND FESTIVAL” at Ranco Patera & Stowe House, 304 N Los Carneros Rd, Goleta 93117. $20.
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Thu, Oct 14; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm “THE YES MEN LIVE” at UCLA Live, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr, on the UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A.; www.uclalive.org; info 310-825-4401; UCLA ticket office 310-825-2101.
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Part activist-pranksters, part social-satirists, The Yes Men pull no punches in their shock-and-awe spoken word campaigns of rhetoric, bent on exposing hypocrisy in government officials and multinational corporations. They’ve taken on George W. Bush, Dow Chemical, Exxon Mobile, and others; we expect they’re primed to lambaste BP. Their acclaimed book, “The True Story of the End of the World Trade Organization,” chronicles their bogus WTO website and their subsequent appearances as imposter representatives from the organization. A recently released feature-length film, “The Yes Men Fix the World,” highlights even more of the duo’s confrontational antics. This UCLA Live engagement affords the audience an in-person glimpse inside the minds of these impassioned provocateurs. Tix, $28-43 ($15 for UCLA students).
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Fri & Sat, Oct 15 & 16, in Visalia, CA:
Annual “VISALIA FALL ROUNDUP” with music by SOURDOUGH SLIM and others, authentic western BBQ (durch oven biscuits, etc) by the Cowboy Cultural Committee, and more, at Richie's Barn, Visalia. Schedules, lineup, info, www.visaliacowboys.com
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Check-out some Sourdough Slim performance videos:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-kbdZUDWBM
www.youtube.com/watch?v=HajY_r6RNy0
www.youtube.com/watch?v=_V9NTG6cUj0
www.youtube.com/watch?v=p6aRDawFme4
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Fri, Oct 15; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm ERIC ANDERSEN, accompanied by VAN DYKE PARKS, at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $22.50.
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Sun, Oct 17:
3:30 pm JULLIARD STRING QUARTET plays the “SUNDAYS WITH COLEMAN” 107th season (2010-2011), presented by the Coleman Chamber Music Association in Caltech’s Beckman Auditorium, 322 S Michigan Av, Pasadena; series info 626-793-4191; www.colemanchambermusic.org. Season subscription (6 concerts) $108-$234; single-event tix $24-45.
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Thu-Sun, Oct 21-24:
Annual “FOLK ALLIANCE REGION WEST (FAR-West) MUSIC CONFERENCE” this year in San Jose, CA; www.far-west.org
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Thu, Oct 21; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm LAURIE ANDERSON: “DELUSION” at UCLA Live, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr, on the UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A.; www.uclalive.org; info 310-825-4401; UCLA ticket office 310-825-2101.
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Combining violin, electronic puppetry, music and visuals, the piece speaks the colorful, poetic and imagistic language that has become Anderson’s trademark.
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UCLA Live presents the Los Angeles premiere of eclectic genre-bending artist Laurie Anderson’s latest work, “Delusion.” Conceived as a series of short mystery plays, Delusion jump-cuts between the everyday and the mythic.
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Inspired by the breadth of Balzac, Ozu and Laurence Sterne, and employing a series of altered voices and imaginary guests, Anderson tells a complex story about longing, memory and identity. At the heart of “Delusion” is the pleasure of language and a terror that the world is made entirely of words. Tix, $33-58 ($15 for UCLA students).
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Fri, Oct 22:
CALIFORNIA E.A.R. UNIT: “CHAMP VITAL (LIFE FIELD)” at REDCAT, The Roy & Edna Disney CalArts Theater, at the L.A. Music Center, 631 W 2nd St (at Hope St), inside the Walt Disney Concert Hall complex, downtown L.A. 90012; www.redcat.org; 213-237-2800; Fall sched, www.redcat.org/sites/redcat.org/files/REDCAT_Fall10_Brochure.pdf.
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Los Angeles' fearless new music ensemble returns with works by David Rosenboom and E.A.R. Unit members.
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Fri, Oct 22; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm TAJ MAHAL plus special guest VIEUX FARKA TOURÉ at UCLA Live, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr, on the UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A.; www.uclalive.org; info 310-825-4401; UCLA ticket office 310-825-2101.
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In one astounding evening, two artists embody the global spirit of the blues in a magnificent co-bill of TAJ MAHAL and VIEUX FARKA TOURÉ. Opening the night is Touré, son of legendary Malian musician Ali Farka Touré and himself a famed blues guitarist who, with his band, extends traditional Western Saharan rhythms into hypnotic, stinging grooves.
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TAJ MAHAL, perhaps the 20th century’s most influential figure in blues and roots music, closes the night with KESTER SMITH on drums and BILL RICH on bass. Expect a thrilling on-stage collaboration with Taj and Vieux as two generations and two distinct global traditions of the blues collide. Tix, $33-58 ($15 for UCLA students).
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Sat, Oct 23; dance:
8 pm HELIOS DANCE THEATER: “BEAUTIFUL MONSTERS” at UCLA Live, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr, on the UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A.; www.uclalive.org; info 310-825-4401; UCLA ticket office 310-825-2101.
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In a one-night-only, world-premiere performance, this haunting dance dreamscape reveals the furious abandon of a body transformed by magic, in a romance that defies human limitations. Brought to life by Los Angeles’ own HELIOS DANCE THEATER, this stunning piece features visual design by acclaimed animator and director CHRIS MILLER and an original score by praised composer PAUL CANTELON (The Diving Bell and The Butterfly). Choreographed by Helios artistic director LAURA GORENSTEIN MILLER, it is a dance born from confrontation of childhood nightmares, where becoming the monster may be the only escape. Tix, $28-63 ($15 for UCLA students).
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Thu-Sun, Oct 28-Nov 1, in Denmark; festival:
Annual “WOMEX - THE WORLD MUSIC EXPO,” in Copenhagen, Denmark. It began in Berlin and it’s traveling through Europe. The last edition saw over 2,700 delegates from more than 90 countries, a full conference and a showcase festival presenting 57 acts on 6 stages. More at www.womex.com.
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Sat, Oct 30; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm “PHANTOM OF THE OPERA,” the 1925 silent film, with live original score performed by theater organ specialist STEVEN BALL, on the massive pipe organ at UCLA Live, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr, on the UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A.; www.uclalive.org; info 310-825-4401; UCLA ticket office 310-825-2101.
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Wow. Royce Hall’s fabulous Skinner Organ and a classic silent film. The oft-retold tale of “The Phantom of the Opera” in a not-to-be missed evening of silent movie magic and live music performed on Royce Hall’s historic Skinner organ. Eerie and astonishing, this 1925 classic silent film starring LON CHANEY endures as a seminal piece of theatrical horror, from the grand old days when horror wasn’t about grossing you out. Tix, $23-33 ($15 for UCLA students).
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Tue, Nov 2:
WAYNE HORVITZ GRAVITAS QUARTET at REDCAT, The Roy & Edna Disney CalArts Theater, at the L.A. Music Center, 631 W 2nd St (at Hope St), inside the Walt Disney Concert Hall complex, downtown Los Angeles 90012; www.redcat.org; 213-237-2800; Fall sched, www.redcat.org/sites/redcat.org/files/REDCAT_Fall10_Brochure.pdf.
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Hailed as harbingers of modern music, the quartet explores texture, sonority, rhythm, and ensemble fluidity.
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Wed, Nov 3:
8 pm ORNETTE COLEMAN at UCLA Live, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr, on the UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A.; www.uclalive.org; info 310-825-4401; UCLA ticket office 310-825-2101.
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Free jazz pioneer, Pulitzer Prize winner and peerless saxophonist Ornette Coleman has played a major role in the evolution of American music for more than five decades. At the 2009 Festival International de Jazz de Montréal, Coleman became the 16th person to receive the prestigious Miles Davis Award, instituted to honor an international jazz musician for his or her complete body of work and influence. Coleman was instrumental in breaking down jazz conventions in the 1960s, becoming the father of free jazz and returning the medium to its daring, revolutionary roots. Joining him on stage are his son Denardo Coleman on drums, Tony Falanga on bass and other special guests. Tix, $43-83 ($15 for UCLA students).
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Thu-Sat, Nov 4-6, in Utah; festival:
Annual “HEBER CITY COWBOY POETRY GATHERING” in Heber City, Utah. Info at www.hebercitycowboypoetry.com.
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Fri-Sun, Nov 4-13, tour to Ireland:
Musician KEN O’MALLEY leads another of his IRELAND TOURS, returning to some old favorite places including Dublin and Westport, and some exciting new places, including Dingle, Killarney, Skibbereen, and Kinsale. For info, write to twlord@sbcglobal.net
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Thu, Nov 4:
8 pm MURRAY PERAHIA at UCLA Live, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr, on the UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A.; www.uclalive.org; info 310-825-4401; UCLA ticket office 310-825-2101.
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Known for his lyrical, evocative renditions of classical masterworks, Murray Perahia wields consummate skill rooted in traditional classical music interpretation. Dubbed a “poet of the piano” by The New York Times, the beloved performer returns to Royce Hall for a stunning program of works by Bach, Beethoven and Brahms for solo piano. One of the most cherished pianists of our time, who has performed in all of the major international music centers and with every leading orchestra, he also serves as the Principal Guest Conductor of the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, with whom he has toured as conductor and pianist throughout the United States, Europe, Japan, and Southeast Asia. Tix, $43-88 ($15 for UCLA students).
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Fri-Sun, Nov 5-7, in San Francisco:
“AES SAN FRANCISCO,” the 129th annual AES Convention, in San Francisco, CA.
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Fri, Nov 5:
“SCREAM FESTIVAL: NOISEFOLD” at REDCAT, The Roy & Edna Disney CalArts Theater, at the L.A. Music Center, 631 W 2nd St (at Hope St), inside the Walt Disney Concert Hall complex, downtown Los Angeles 90012; www.redcat.org; 213-237-2800; Fall sched, www.redcat.org/sites/redcat.org/files/REDCAT_Fall10_Brochure.pdf.
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Fri, Nov 5; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm CHERYL WHEELER plus JILL SOBULE at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $26.
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Fri, Nov 5; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm MAVIS STAPLES and BILLY BRAGG at UCLA Live, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr, on the UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A.; www.uclalive.org; info 310-825-4401; UCLA ticket office 310-825-2101.
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Two artists, hailing from different sides of the Atlantic, both bound by the spirit of social justice and activism, come together for a special celebration of music. Mavis Staples blazes a rhythm & blues trail while never relinquishing her gospel roots. The Lifetime Grammy Award winner and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee was honored as one of Rolling Stone’s 100 Greatest Singers of all time. Billy Bragg’s inspiration stems from the socially conscious folk tradition of Woody Guthrie and Bob Dylan. He’s spent more than two decades making an indelible mark on the conscience of music with celebrated solo records and two Grammy-nominated albums with Wilco—Mermaid Avenue (1998) and Mermaid Avenue, Volume II (2000). Tix, $33-58 ($15 for UCLA students) (310).
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Sat, Nov 6; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm PATRICK BALL: “CELTIC HARP AND STORY” at the CALTECH FOLK MUSIC SOCIETY series in Beckman Institute Auditorium (“Little Beckman”) on the campus, 322 S Michigan Av, Pasadena; 626-395-4652, or toll-free 888-2CALTECH (1-888-222-5832). More at Caltech Folk Music Series (www.folkmusic.caltech.edu) or Caltech Presents / Caltech Public Events series (www.events.caltech.edu).
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PATRICK BALL, the great Celtic harpist and storyteller, is touring his brand-new show in which he brings-alive the rich heritage and culture of Ireland through dialog and music. More at www.patrickball.com.
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The campus ticket office handles the Folk Music Society’s tickets, takesd credit cards, and is open Noon-5 pm, Mon-Fri; their number is 626-395-4652. Tickets went on sale in early August. As the date gets close, this will likely sell-out. Tickets are $15, $5 for children and Caltech students.
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Sun, Nov 7, in OC; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
2:30 pm CELTIC THUNDER at The Grove of Anaheim, 2200 East Katella Av, Anaheim; 714-712-2700; www.thegroveofanaheim.com. You’ve seen them on PBS, during pledge drives (the only time PBS brings you music shows…)
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Sun, Nov 7:
3:30 pm CALDER QUARTET plays the “SUNDAYS WITH COLEMAN” 107th season (2010-2011), presented by the Coleman Chamber Music Association in Caltech’s Beckman Auditorium, 322 S Michigan Av, Pasadena; series info 626-793-4191; www.colemanchambermusic.org. Season subscription (6 concerts) $108-$234; single-event tix $24-45.
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Mon, Nov 8; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm STEPHEN SONDHEIM in a rare speaking engagement in celebration of the American master’s 80th birthday, at UCLA Live, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr, on the UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A.; www.uclalive.org; info 310-825-4401; UCLA ticket office 310-825-2101.
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The greatest Broadway composer and lyricist of his generation, Stephen Sondheim is the true heir to such Broadway masters as Rodgers and Hammerstein, Lerner and Loewe, and Irving Berlin. After his first big break for “West Side Story,” Sondheim went on to revolutionize musical theater with intricate and emotionally complex works, including “A Little Night Music,” “Sweeney Todd,” “Sun in the Park with George,” and “Into the Woods.” Tix, $43-88 ($15 for UCLA students).
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Thu, Nov 11, in Tehachapi; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm MIKE + RUTHY, from THE MAMMALS, play their CD Release Tour for their new album, "Million To One," at Fiddlers Crossing, 206 East F St, Tehachapi; 661-823-9994 www.events.fiddlerscrossing.com.
Mike and Ruthy are a musical couple whose love was forged in New York City amidst a swirl of rock, anti-folk, and Americana enthusiasm. They harmonized from the first night they met, bringing smiles to their friends' faces with original songs and layering raspy fiddle over pop-strummed guitar. It was 1999, and their band, Rhinegold, played to pre-trucker-hat hipsters in the East Village and then gathered to play more songs around the cluttered coffeetable at someone's apartment. Richard Buckner played low on the small bedside stereo as these young, nocturnal band-mates got some early morning sleep.
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It's true that Mike was originally recruited by his college to play hockey and Ruth had gone to school for acting, but now they began a new path together, crafting songs and recordings and touring the world. Ten years later, Mike and Ruthy are married and living upstate with their new son, William Puck. With 7 years of touring under their belts with folk band The Mammals, they have begun a new chapter, one that still incorporates the best sounds and textures that old-timey and rock music can offer.
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Mike and Ruthy love writing, recording and playing shows and music festivals as a duo or 4-piece band. The added joy and demands of parenthood have given them a new appreciation for the power of good music and the fine community of people they have connected with across the country and the world. Enjoying the beauty of the moment is their shared goal, and you can hear it in every song they sing. More at www.mikeandruthy.com and www.myspace.com/mikeandruthy
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Thu, Nov 11, world music:
8 pm GAMELAN CUDAMANI at UCLA Live, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr, on the UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A.; www.uclalive.org; info 310-825-4401; UCLA ticket office 310-825-2101.
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The exhilarating splendor of Çudamani returns to UCLA Live with its newest innovation, Bamboo to Bronze. The 26-member music and dance ensemble from Bali, Indonesia harnesses movement, music and spectacle to transport audiences into the vibrant world of the treasured gamelan art form. Bamboo to Bronze highlights Balinese contemporary reality by celebrating the intimate and poetic sounds of a small village as well as the virtuosic, dynamic and technically dazzling sound of the brilliant seven-toned gamelan Semarandana. The simple beauty of bamboo and the glorious sheen of bronze continue to coexist in the increasingly complex and sophisticated culture of Bali. Tix, $28-48 ($15 for UCLA students).
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Fri & Sat, Nov 12 & 13, in Florida:
Annual “MIAMI MUSIC FESTIVAL” in Miami, FL.
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Fri, Nov 12; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm MIKE + RUTHY (from THE MAMMALS) play their CD Release Tour for their new album, "Million To One," at the Center for Folk Music, in Encino Community Park, 16953 Ventura Bl, Encino 91316; HQ of the California Traditional Music Society; www.ctmsfolkmusic.org.
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Mike and Ruthy are a musical couple whose love was forged in New York City amidst a swirl of rock, anti-folk, and Americana enthusiasm. They harmonized from the first night they met, bringing smiles to their friends' faces with original songs and layering raspy fiddle over pop-strummed guitar. It was 1999, and their band, Rhinegold, played to pre-trucker-hat hipsters in the East Village and then gathered to play more songs around the cluttered coffeetable at someone's apartment. Richard Buckner played low on the small bedside stereo as these young, nocturnal band-mates got some early morning sleep.
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It's true that Mike was originally recruited by his college to play hockey and Ruth had gone to school for acting, but now they began a new path together, crafting songs and recordings and touring the world. Ten years later, Mike and Ruthy are married and living upstate with their new son, William Puck. With 7 years of touring under their belts with folk band The Mammals, they have begun a new chapter, one that still incorporates the best sounds and textures that old-timey and rock music can offer.
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Mike and Ruthy love writing, recording and playing shows and music festivals as a duo or 4-piece band. The added joy and demands of parenthood have given them a new appreciation for the power of good music and the fine community of people they have connected with across the country and the world. Enjoying the beauty of the moment is their shared goal, and you can hear it in every song they sing. More at www.mikeandruthy.com and www.myspace.com/mikeandruthy
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Sat, Nov 13:
9 am-4 pm “MONTROSE ART WALK” in the 2300 & 2400 blocks of Honolulu Av, Montrose. Billed as, “Musicians playing, great family outing. Watch artists work while strolling along the tree-lined Honolulu Avenue.” Info, call Montrose Chamber of Commerce, 818-249-7171. Runs May 8, Jul 10, Sep 18, Nov 13.
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Sat, Nov 13, in San Diego; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm MIKE + RUTHY (from THE MAMMALS) play their CD Release Tour for their new album, "Million To One," at the San Diego Folk Heritage series at San Dieguito United Methodist Church, 170 Calle Magdalena, Encinitas; 858-566-4040; www.sdfolkheritage.org.
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Mike and Ruthy are a musical couple whose love was forged in New York City amidst a swirl of rock, anti-folk, and Americana enthusiasm. They harmonized from the first night they met, bringing smiles to their friends' faces with original songs and layering raspy fiddle over pop-strummed guitar. It was 1999, and their band, Rhinegold, played to pre-trucker-hat hipsters in the East Village and then gathered to play more songs around the cluttered coffeetable at someone's apartment. Richard Buckner played low on the small bedside stereo as these young, nocturnal band-mates got some early morning sleep.
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It's true that Mike was originally recruited by his college to play hockey and Ruth had gone to school for acting, but now they began a new path together, crafting songs and recordings and touring the world. Ten years later, Mike and Ruthy are married and living upstate with their new son, William Puck. With 7 years of touring under their belts with folk band The Mammals, they have begun a new chapter, one that still incorporates the best sounds and textures that old-timey and rock music can offer.
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Mike and Ruthy love writing, recording and playing shows and music festivals as a duo or 4-piece band. The added joy and demands of parenthood have given them a new appreciation for the power of good music and the fine community of people they have connected with across the country and the world. Enjoying the beauty of the moment is their shared goal, and you can hear it in every song they sing. More at www.mikeandruthy.com and www.myspace.com/mikeandruthy
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Sat-Sat, Nov 13-20, departing from New Orleans:
“PIRATES OF ZYDECO CRUISE 2010” is a chance to “Get your pirate on and get on a Pirate Cruise,” New Orleans to Key West / Bahamas, on the Carnival “Triumph.” Music featuring GENO DELAFOSE & FRENCH ROCKING BOOGIE BAND with special guest STEVE RILEY. Sponsors say, “We are sailing thehHigh seas with zydeco and Cajun music for our 13th year. [This time] following Captain Jean Lafitte ,famous Pirate of New Orleans (and the subject of the movie, “The Buccaneer”) from New Orleans across the Caribbean dancing under the stars all the way. There will be awesome music, dance lessons, classes for making your Pirate fun things, super shore excursions and the Pirate Costume Ball. Join us for this most unique Zydeco event. Call the Travel Machine to reserve your cabin. Book Early for the best prices me hearties! And a special Zydeco Cruise Boarding Party at the Rocking Bowl Friday before we sail!”
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$250 deposit holds your spot. Call 800-683-9882 or email Kermit@TravelMachine.net, exclusive agent for Zydeco Cruises.
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Sun, Nov 14, in Santa Barbara; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm MIKE + RUTHY (from THE MAMMALS) play their CD Release Tour for their new album, "Million To One," at SOhO Restaurant & Music Club, 1221 State St, Santa Barbara 93101; 805-962-7776; www.sohosb.com.
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Mike and Ruthy are a musical couple whose love was forged in New York City amidst a swirl of rock, anti-folk, and Americana enthusiasm. They harmonized from the first night they met, bringing smiles to their friends' faces with original songs and layering raspy fiddle over pop-strummed guitar. It was 1999, and their band, Rhinegold, played to pre-trucker-hat hipsters in the East Village and then gathered to play more songs around the cluttered coffeetable at someone's apartment. Richard Buckner played low on the small bedside stereo as these young, nocturnal band-mates got some early morning sleep.
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It's true that Mike was originally recruited by his college to play hockey and Ruth had gone to school for acting, but now they began a new path together, crafting songs and recordings and touring the world. Ten years later, Mike and Ruthy are married and living upstate with their new son, William Puck. With 7 years of touring under their belts with folk band The Mammals, they have begun a new chapter, one that still incorporates the best sounds and textures that old-timey and rock music can offer.
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Mike and Ruthy love writing, recording and playing shows and music festivals as a duo or 4-piece band. The added joy and demands of parenthood have given them a new appreciation for the power of good music and the fine community of people they have connected with across the country and the world. Enjoying the beauty of the moment is their shared goal, and you can hear it in every song they sing. More at www.mikeandruthy.com and www.myspace.com/mikeandruthy
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Fri, Nov 19; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm “RICHARD THOMPSON’S CABARET OF SOULS” featuring HARRY SHEARER, JUDITH OWEN, PETE ZORN & special guests at UCLA Live, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr, on the UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A.; www.uclalive.org; info 310-825-4401; UCLA ticket office 310-825-2101.
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Direct from London's Royal Festival Hall, this show marks the West Coast premiere of Richard Thompson's stunning “Cabaret of Souls.” Featuring all-new songs and an original score composed by Thompson himself, “Cabaret of Souls” is a witty musical satire on human foibles, inviting the audience to cross over into darkness for an evening of entertainment staged in the Underworld. Featuring Richard Thompson with musical and theatrical cohorts Harry Shearer, Judith Owen, Pete Zorn, Debra Dobkin, David Piltch and the Idyllwild Arts Academy Orchestra, conducted by Peter Askim. Tix, $28-53 ($15 for UCLA students).
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Fri, Nov 19:
8 pm CURT SMITH of TEARS FOR FEARS at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $20.
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Sat, Nov 20:
8 pm FREEBO & FRIENDS at “Russ & Julie’s House Concert” series in Oak Park (Thousand Oaks / Agoura Hills area); reservations get directions at 818-707-2179 or houseconcerts@jrp-graphics.com. Series and show info, www.houseconcerts.us.
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Sat, Nov 20:
8 pm MENAHEM PRESSLER and RICHARD STOLTZMAN with THE NEW YORK CHAMBER SOLOISTS ORCHESTRA at UCLA Live, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr, on the UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A.; www.uclalive.org; info 310-825-4401; UCLA ticket office 310-825-2101.
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Two of chamber music’s finest appear for an evening featuring Menahem Pressler performing Piano Concerto No. 17, K. 453 and Richard Stoltzman performing Mozart’s Clarinet Concerto, K. 622. Together the duo will present Brahms’ Sonata No. 2 for Clarinet and Piano, Op. 120.
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MENAHEM PRESSLER, one of classical music’s most distinguished and honored pianists, was co-founder of the revered BEAUX ARTS TRIO.
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RICHARD STOLTZMAN, a two-time Grammy winner, is considered one of the world’s foremost clarinetists and is known for bringing the instrument to the forefront of modern classical music. Tix, $38-68 ($15 for UCLA students).
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Wed, Dec 1:
8 pm JOHN McLAUGHLIN & THE 4th DIMENSION at UCLA Live, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr, on the UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A.; www.uclalive.org; info 310-825-4401; UCLA ticket office 310-825-2101.
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Considered by many critics and fans to be one of the greatest guitar players of all time, JOHN McLAUGHLIN has famously performed with MILES DAVIS and also with his own historic bands, THE MAHAVISHNU ORCHESTRA, SHAKTI, and THE GUITAR TRIO. Through a career spanning four decades, McLaughlin’s reputation and artistry as a virtuoso guitarist and adventurous improviser has remained constant. For the 4th DIMENSION, he has enlisted multi-instrumentalist GARY HUSBAND to play percussion and keyboards along with Jeff Beck drummer MARK MONDESIR. Plus, there’s ETIENNE MBAPPÉ, an extraordinary young bassist from Cameroon, to complete the rhythm section. Tix, $43-83 ($15 for UCLA students).
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Sun, Dec 5:
7 pm “ALICE COLTRANE TRIBUTE” with a host of all-star musicians, to pay tribute to jazz legend Alice Coltrane at UCLA Live, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr, on the UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A.; www.uclalive.org; info 310-825-4401; UCLA ticket office 310-825-2101.
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It’s appropriate this is at UCLA, the site of ALICE COLTRANE’s historic 1976 recording “Transfiguration.” Led by KYP MALONE (TV on the Radio, Rain Machine) and co-curated by famed record producer IAN BRENNAN, the night will feature inspirational and improvisatory music via mini sets and onstage collaborations from legendary saxophonist PHAROAH SANDERS, guitarist NELS CLINE (Wilco), acclaimed Dutch free-improvisation drummer HAN BENNINK, free jazz saxophonist DANIEL CARTER, and others. Lineup subject to change. Tix, $28-48 ($15 for UCLA students).
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Sat, Jan 22, 2011:
8 pm “WALLACE SHAWN: REAL WORLD, FAKE WORLD, DREAM WORLD” is a spoken word performance at UCLA Live, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr, on the UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A.; www.uclalive.org; info 310-825-4401; UCLA ticket office 310-825-2101.
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Writer and actor Wallace Shawn delivers a reading and interpretation from his most recent work, alongside an offering of excerpts from the works of writers and thinkers he admires. Known to stage and film audiences as an extraordinary character actor, Shawn is an Obie Award-winning playwright and best-selling author. His celebrated works include “The Designated Mourner,” and “The Fever,” along with the poignant film “My Dinner with Andre,” which Shawn co-wrote. His most recent work, “Essays,” released in 2009, is a highly personal, often self-deprecating collection of Shawn’s perspective on life, politics, morality and the power of art. Tix, $28-48 ($15 for UCLA students).
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Sun, Jan 23, 2011:
3:30 pm CLAREMONT TRIO with NOKUTHULA NGWENYAMA, viola, plays the “SUNDAYS WITH COLEMAN” 107th season (2010-2011), presented by the Coleman Chamber Music Association in Caltech’s Beckman Auditorium, 322 S Michigan Av, Pasadena; series info 626-793-4191; www.colemanchambermusic.org. Season subscription (6 concerts) $108-$234; single-event tix $24-45.
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Fri-Sun, Jan 28-30, 2011:
“CEAIT FESTIVAL ~ ‘IANNIS XENAKIS: NOW & TOMORROW’” at REDCAT, The Roy & Edna Disney CalArts Theater, at the L.A. Music Center, 631 W 2nd St (at Hope St), inside the Walt Disney Concert Hall complex, downtown L.A. 90012; www.redcat.org; 213-237-2800; www.redcat.org/sites/redcat.org/files/REDCAT_Fall10_Brochure.pdf.
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This is described as “Three scintillating concerts by the legendary pioneer of music and architecture and composers he inspired.”
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Thu, Feb 10, 2011; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm “THE ONION EDITORS” bring their satirical spoken word to UCLA Live, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr, on the UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A.; www.uclalive.org; info 310-825-4401; UCLA ticket office 310-825-2101.
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Deadpan satire and journalistic skill collide in the phenomenon that is “The Onion.” Founded in 1988 at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, the “fake news” newspaper is the notable precursor to such biting, faux-news programs as "The Daily Show" and "The Colbert Report." Last year, “The Onion News Network,” an online send-up of 24-hour cable TV news, was named a Peabody Award winner and praised as “hilarious, trenchant and not infrequently hard to distinguish from the real thing.” In their UCLA Live debut, current Onion editor JOE RANDAZZO and fellow staffers present a multimedia discussion on the state of media, politics and pop culture, as they offer insight into how the paper’s culture-skewering stories and hilarious headlines are created. Tix, $28-48 ($15 for UCLA students).
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Feb 11, 2011:
8 pm DANIEL HOPE & JEFFREY KAHANE at UCLA Live, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr, on the UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A.; www.uclalive.org; info 310-825-4401; UCLA ticket office 310-825-2101.
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Britain's versatile violinist DANIEL HOPE, the youngest person ever to perform as part of the prestigious BEAUX ARTS TRIO, is joined on piano by JEFFREY KAHANE, music director of the LOS ANGELES CHAMBER ORCHESTRA. The duo appears for a stirring performance of Brahms’ Sonata No. 1 in G Major, Op. 78, Regenlied, O. Messiaen’s Théme et Variations, Schulhoff’s Sonata No. 2, Sz. 76 and Franck’s Sonata in A Major.
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DANIEL HOPE is one of the most sought-after violin soloists in music today and has been described by The New York Times as “...a violinist of probing intellect and commanding style.”
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JEFFREY KAHANE is a multitalented conductor and pianist who made his debut at Carnegie Hall in 1983 and regularly appears as a soloist with leading orchestras around the world. Tix, $28-58 ($15 for UCLA students).
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Sat, Feb 19, 2011; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm MAYA ANGELOU at UCLA Live, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr, on the UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A.; www.uclalive.org; info 310-825-4401; UCLA ticket office 310-825-2101.
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Inspiring poet, feminist, author, actress, director and activist Maya Angelou is one of the most recognizable and beloved names in contemporary American literature and one of the most powerful voices in American culture. Her work is vigorous, elegant and wields the power to blur racial and socioeconomic lines. Angelou’s influential “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings” is a classic that transcends generations. Her prolific career includes a litany of best-selling works of poetry and prose, and this appearance is a rare chance to celebrate this extraordinary woman in her own notable presence.
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Angelou recited her original poetry at President Bill Clinton’s Inauguration in 1993. Not since John F. Kennedy took office in 1961 was a poet invited to take part. (Kennedy chose Carl Sandberg.) President Barack Obama revived the tradition again at his Inauguration in 2009 (the poet was Elizabeth Alexander, though most people remember that ARETHA FRANKLIN sang, and JOHN WILLIAMS conducted ITZHAK PERLMAN, YO-YO MA, GABRIELA MONTERO, & ANTHONY McGILL). Tix, $33-63 ($15 for UCLA students).
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Sun, Feb 20, 2011:
3:30 pm BORODIN QUARTET plays the “SUNDAYS WITH COLEMAN” 107th season (2010-2011), presented by the Coleman Chamber Music Association in Caltech’s Beckman Auditorium, 322 S Michigan Av, Pasadena; series info 626-793-4191; www.colemanchambermusic.org. Season subscription (6 concerts) $108-$234; single-event tix $24-45.
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Wed, Feb 23:
8 pm JOHN WATERS: “THIS FILTHY WORLD GOES HOLLYWOOD,” plus opening act ELVIS PERKINS, is an evening of music and one-man theatre at UCLA Live, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr, on the UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A.; www.uclalive.org; info 310-825-4401; UCLA ticket office 310-825-2101.
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As a screenwriter, director, artist, actor, and all-around filth elder, John Waters has become a rotten renaissance man of unprecedented cultural influence. Not only was his movie “Hairspray” turned into a wildly successful Tony Award-winning musical, his recently published memoir, “Role Models,” has been called “alarmingly refined.”
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Waters’ one-man vaudeville act, “This Filthy World Goes Hollywood,” sends up show business, the art world, and his own lunatic career in a rapid-fire performance. Dynamic modern-rock recording artist ELVIS PERKINS opens the show with a solo set, and actor MATTHEW GRAY GUBLER hosts as the evening’s emcee. Tix, $28-48 ($15 for UCLA students).
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Sat, Mar 19, 2011; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
11 am & 2 pm DAN ZANES & FRIENDS make their annual return for two shows at UCLA Live, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr, on the UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A.; www.uclalive.org; info 310-825-4401; UCLA ticket office 310-825-2101.
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Don’t dismiss this as a kids’ show. He has a CD that won a Grammy and got airplay on radio’s “Tied to the Trtacks.”
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UCLA Live favorite Dan Zanes and his band perform exuberant, handmade music for enthusiastic crowds of kids and kids at heart. Filled with irresistible grooves drawn from a wealth of musical traditions, Zanes, his Brooklyn-based band and his surprising and eccentric special guests, create a rollicking Woodstock for kids, including American traditional songs, dance classics, and smart, inventive originals. The audience is invited to sing along with gusto before things heat up and ultimately evolve into an all-ages dance party. Tix, $18-28 ($15 for UCLA students).
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Sun, Mar 20, 2011:
3:30 pm SCHUMANN TRIO plays the “SUNDAYS WITH COLEMAN” 107th season (2010-2011), presented by the Coleman Chamber Music Association in Caltech’s Beckman Auditorium, 322 S Michigan Av, Pasadena; series info 626-793-4191; www.colemanchambermusic.org. Season subscription (6 concerts) $108-$234; single-event tix $24-45.
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Sat, Apr 2, 2011; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
2 pm BILL FRISELL TRIO: “SELECTED WORKS OF BUSTER KEATON” at UCLA Live, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr, on the UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A.; www.uclalive.org; info 310-825-4401; UCLA ticket office 310-825-2101.
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Incomparable guitarist BILL FRISELL, along with his bandmates TONY SCHERR and KENNY WOLLESEN, create a live score to the Buster Keaton classics “Go West,” “The High Sign,” and “One Week.” Rediscover the timeless charm of Keaton’s magic, as re-imagined with live music, in an afternoon of film and music the whole family can enjoy. The trio plays another show here tonight at 8 pm, with a somewhat different focus; it, too is a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick. See listing. Tix, $18-28 ($15 for UCLA students).
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Sat, Apr 2, 2011; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm BILL FRISELL TRIO: “SELECTED WORKS OF BUSTER KEATON, JIM WOODRING AND BILL MORRISON” at UCLA Live, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr, on the UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A.; www.uclalive.org; info 310-825-4401; UCLA ticket office 310-825-2101.
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Geniuses collide as iconic guitarist BILL FRISELL and his bandmates TONY SCHERR and KENNY WOLLESEN play original compositions to a truly fantastic collection of visuals that includes classic slapstick comedy from a trio of Buster Keaton classics, the bold illustrations of Seattle animator JIM WOODRING and selections from avant-garde filmmaker BILL MORRISON’s “The Mesmerist.” Frisell’s trio sets this eclectic footage to music with a thrilling live score. The trio plays another show here at 11 am today, with a somewhat different focus, intended for families; it, too is a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick. See listing. Tix, $28-43 ($15 for UCLA students).
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Fri, Apr 8, 2011; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm ARLO GUTHRIE & FRIENDS at UCLA Live, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr, on the UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A.; www.uclalive.org; info 310-825-4401; UCLA ticket office 310-825-2101.
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Son of the illustrious WOODY GUTHRIE and current patriarch of folk music’s most notable family, Arlo Guthrie returns to UCLA Live for an evening of American music tinged with humor, warmth and his endearing and often meandering storytelling style. Guthrie shares timeless tales and unforgettable classic songs as he carries on the Guthrie family legacy. With his singular voice as both a singer-songwriter and social commentator, he has maintained a dedicated fan base that spans the globe. His artistic ventures leave lasting impressions of hope and inspiration, and his inimitable musical ingenuity leaps to new creative heights as he perseveres through the times. Tix, $33-58 ($15 for UCLA students) (310) 825-2101, www.uclalive.org.
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Sun, Apr 10, 2011:
3:30 pm REBEL plays the “SUNDAYS WITH COLEMAN” 107th season (2010-2011), presented by the Coleman Chamber Music Association in Caltech’s Beckman Auditorium, 322 S Michigan Av, Pasadena; series info 626-793-4191; www.colemanchambermusic.org. Season subscription (6 concerts) $108-$234; single-event tix $24-45.
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Apr 14, 2011:
CANCELLED: Poet SEAMUS HEANEY’S spoken word engagement at UCLA Live, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr, on the UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A.; www.uclalive.org; info 310-825-4401; UCLA ticket office 310-825-2101. Event cancelled due to Visa issues. Full refunds or exchanges are available at the point of purchase to patrons who purchased tickets to this event during UCLA Live’s subscription-sales window.
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Sat, Apr 23, 2011; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
2 pm CHRISTOPH BULL performs a stirring BACH ORGAN RECITAL for UCLA Live, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr, on the UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A.; www.uclalive.org; info 310-825-4401; UCLA ticket office 310-825-2101.
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Bull is a UCLA Live favorite. This is a delightful afternoon of classical music on Royce Hall’s glorious Skinner organ from acclaimed organist Christoph Bull, known for his energizing and often eclectic musical interpretation of organ repertoire. Bull will perform a thrilling and ethereal program of Bach on the UCLA campus treasure, which is known as one of the country’s great musical devices of its kind. Tix, $23/28/33 ($15 for UCLA students).
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Sat, Apr 23, 2011:
8 pm BILLY COLLINS and KAY RYAN, two former U.S. Poet Laureates in a spoken word event, at UCLA Live, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr, on the UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A.; www.uclalive.org; info 310-825-4401; UCLA ticket office 310-825-2101.
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The two Poet Laureates share the stage for an evening of readings from their acclaimed work and Q&A with the audience.
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BILLY COLLINS, winner of the 2004 inaugural Mark Twain Prize for Humor in Poetry, served as America’s Poet Laureate from 2001-2003. Beloved for his ironic style, Collins is one of the top-selling modern poets and author of nine collections including “Questions about Angels”,” The Art of Drowning,” and “The Trouble With Poetry and Other Poems.”
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KAY RYAN, California native and UCLA alumna, was U.S. Poet Laureate from 2008-2010 and is revered for her complex and rueful style. Her work includes “The Jam Jar Lifeboat & Other Novelties Exposed,” a delightful collection inspired by stories from “Ripley’s Believe It or Not!,” as well as “Flamingo Watching”, a finalist for both the Lamont Poetry Selection and the Lenore Marshall Prize. In 2004, Ryan was awarded The Ruth Lilly Prize—the Poetry Foundation’s highest honor.
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In conjunction with this event and April’s National Poetry Month, UCLA Live will launch a poetry-writing contest for the Los Angeles community, with winning submissions to be read onstage in Royce Hall. More details will be available closer to the event. Tix, $28-53.
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Thu, May 12, 2011; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm PRESERVATION HALL JAZZ BAND and THE DEL MCCOURY BAND in a stellar double-bill at UCLA Live, Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr, on the UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A.; www.uclalive.org; info 310-825-4401; UCLA ticket office 310-825-2101.
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Two pillars of American music from two distinct lineages come together for an unforgettable evening to celebrate the glory of tradition and the power of newfound collaboration. Starting as a sideman for the legendary “father of bluegrass” Bill Monroe nearly 50 years ago, McCoury has broadened the audience for the genre. During that same period, the legendary Preservation Hall Jazz Band has defined the tradition of New Orleans jazz. Now, they have converged to record and perform an unforgettable mix of bluegrass and traditional jazz. Each band will play individual sets, followed by a soul-stirring joint finale. Tix, $38-63 ($15 for UCLA students).
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