Friday Launches a Tuneful Weekend - Nov 9, 2012

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Here’s FRIDAY on the Southern Cal music scene! You just might find it so good that you'll venture out tonight and then stay in Saturday & Sunday. Though we would never recommend THAT. The rest of the weekend will be along later (if we’d held this up to finish that, you wouldn’t have seen this in time to help you get anywhere…)
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Friday, November 9
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Today’s sections:
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1) Friday’s MUSIC ON TV
2) Friday’s MUSIC CONFERENCE
3) Friday’s CONCERTS, CLUB GIGS, SHOWCASES, & other LIVE events
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1) Friday’s MUSIC ON TV
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Fri, Nov 9, on TV:
7-8 pm “A TRIBUTE TO FRED ASTAIRE” first aired years ago, but still sparkles. YUep, it’s an episode of “THE LAWRENCE WELK SHOW,” so un-hip in the ’60s that it’s cool now. Features “The Carioca,” “Dancing in the Dark,” and a lot more. On PBS SoCal.
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Fri, Nov 9, on TV:
8-8:30 pm “SUN STUDIO SESSIONS” brings Americana group TRUTH & SALVAGE CO. in a 2010 performance from the legendary Memphis studio where blues masters recorded and Elvis started. On KLCS.
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Fri, Nov 9, on TV:
8:30-9 pm “BLUEGRASS UNDERGROUND” brings SCOTT MILLER & THE COMMONWEALTH in a 2012 episode, performed in a concert hall that’s deep in a cavern, 300+ feet underground. On KLCS.
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Fri, Nov 9, on TV:
9-10 pm “AUSTIN CITY LIMITS” brings a new 2012 episode with THE CIVIL WARS and THE PUNCH BROTHERS. Repeats tonight 3-4 am. On KLCS.
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Fri, Nov 9, on TV:
10-11 pm “LIVE FROM THE ARTISTS DEN” is a new 2012 episode with THE WALLFLOWERS performing some of their best songs. Repeats tonight, 4-5 am. On KLCS.
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Fri night / Sat AM, Nov 9 / 10, on TV:
Midnight-1 am “AUSTIN CITY LIMITS” presents “THE ACL MUSIC FESTIVAL 2012” with performances by ALABAMA SHAKES, THE CAROLINA CHOCOLATE DROPS, PATTY GRIFFIN, BONNIE RAITT, and RICHARD THOMPSON. Plus, the host is bluegrass star JIM LAUDERDALE. Wow! On PBS SoCal.
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Fri night / Sat AM, Nov 9 / 10, on TV:
2-2:30 am “SUN STUDIO SESSIONS” brings a recorded live performance from the legendary Memphis studio where blues masters recorded and Elvis started. On KLCS.
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Fri night / Sat AM, Nov 9 / 10, on TV:
2:30-3 am “BLUEGRASS UNDERGROUND” brings a performance from the concert hall that’s deep in a cavern, 300+ feet underground. On KLCS.
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Fri night / Sat AM, Nov 9 / 10, on TV:
3-4 am “AUSTIN CITY LIMITS” brings a new 2012 episode with THE CIVIL WARS and THE PUNCH BROTHERS. On KLCS.
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Fri night / Sat AM, Nov 9 / 10, on TV:
4-5 am “LIVE FROM THE ARTISTS DEN” is a new 2012 episode with THE WALLFLOWERS performing some of their best songs. On KLCS.
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2) Friday’s MUSIC CONFERENCE:
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Fri, Nov 9; Thu-Sun, Nov 8-11, MUSIC CONFERENCE, in L.A.:
Annual "TAXI ROAD RALLY" for songwriters and music publishers, in a large L.A. venue; location provided to conference attendees. Info, registration, etc, at www.taxi.com.
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3) Friday’s CONCERTS, CLUB GIGS, SHOWCASES, OPEN MICS and other “Go-to-and-do” LIVE events:
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Fri, Nov 9, in Downey:
2-4 pm monthly “PAT’S JAM” at Mambo Grill, 1118 Downey Av, Downey 90241. All types of tunes on all kinds of instruments, dulcimers welcome. Info, www.folkjam.org/recurring-jam/us/ca/downey/pats-folk-jam. Please rsvp this month to Pat, at 562-858-9003.
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Fri, Nov 9, in VC (Newbury Park):
7 pm ROB RIO, BOB JONES, and openers TOM & DAWN KUZNKOWSKI play the “FIRESIDE CONCERT SERIES” at Borchard Community Center, 190 Reino Rd, Newbury Park 91320. Hosted By Bob Kroll, sponsored by Conejo Recreation & Park District. Info, contact Bob at 805-499-2930 or folksgr1@aol.com. A good series; adults only, no children. Arrive early for a good seat. Adults only, no kids; $9 at the door.
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Fri, Nov 9, in SGV (Alhambra):
7-9 pm “VETERANS’ CONCERT” is an early tribute for Veterans Day, at at Mark Keppel High School, in the school’s auditorium, 501 E Hellman Av, Alhambra 91801. Info, 626-572-2242. Open to the public, and free to veterans.
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Fri, Nov 9, in L.A.:
7 pm “FRIDAY NIGHT BLUEGRASS JAM” at Coffee Connection, 3838 Centinela Av, Los Angeles 90066; 310-391-1380.
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Fri, Nov 9, in OC (Dana Point):
7:30 pm THE CARL VERHEYEN BAND plays the first of two shows for the “LORD OF THE STRINGS CONCERT SERIES,” this one at the Dana Point Community House, 24642 San Juan St., Dana Point 92629; 949-842-2227 or 949-244-6656.
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Fri, Nov , in L.A.
7:30 pm KAREN LUGO FLAMENCO at Théâtre Raymond Kabbaz, Le Lycée Français de Los Angeles, 10361 Pico Bl, L.A. 90064; 310-286-0553; www.theatreraymondkabbaz.com.
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The venue says, “Karen Lugo is a wonderful blow to the purists. She is a maximum beauty wrapped in a minimalist form. She has all the volcanic strength of her homeland. The DeMente Territor is directed and choreographed by Karen Lugo. 3 musicians, 2 singers and a male dancer will accompany Karen to deliver flamenco in its most authentic and glorious form. This event is made possible by the generous support of The Consulate General of Spain in Los Angeles.
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Go early for the pre-show reception with complimentary Spanish champagne and truffles. Get tix on venue’s website.
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Fri, Nov 9, in SFV (Encino):
7:30 pm “FRIDAY OPEN MIC NIGHTS” at the California Traditional Music Society (CTMS) Center for Folk Music, the building in the park at 16953 Ventura Bl, Encino 91316; 818-817-7756.
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Fri, Nov 9, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, in Altadena:
8 pm TUMBLEWEED ROB & THE SOUTHWEST JUNCTION, plus RAY DOYLE opening, at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“The venue named by The Guide’s editor, writing in FolkWorks, as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue.”)
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Both acts are award-winning western musician;. ROB as leader and founder of the late, great TUMBLING TUMBLEWEEDS, RAY DOYLE as arranger, band leader, and bass player for many years with WYLIE & THE WILD WEST. An extra potion of oats for your horse tonight, after he gets ya there, pard. Tix, $20.
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Fri & Sat, Nov 9 & 10 a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, in SGV (Covina):
8 pm THE LINDY SISTERS perform "A SWINGIN’ RED, WHITE & BLUE REVUE” at the Covina Center for the Performing Arts, 104 N Citrus Av, Covina 91723; 626-331-8133; www.covinacenter.com.
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It's a musical stage-show tribute to the generation whose music captured the heart of World War II America. There may have been food rationing, but there was no limit to the musical talent of the late 1930s and early 40s. One of the most defining events in American history, World War II gave birth to many popular artists and songs. Morale-boosting sounds -- on the home front and “over there” -- were one of the Allies' most potent weapons.
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It's a swingin’ good time with the vibrant and poignant works of Glenn Miller, Louis Prima, The Andrews Sisters, Kay Kyser, Benny Goodman, Kitty Kallen, Harry James and many more.
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With a live band and a perfect blend of comedy, nostalgia and audience participation, this show is a delight, and not just for audiences who appreciate the music and history of the WWII era.
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Hold onto your fedora and grab your stompers as you head back in time to an era when things were simpler, it was easy to tell the good guys from the bad and America was united in a common goal. Sit back and let The Lindy Sisters take you on a sentimental journey…
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Tix available at www.CovinaCenter.com or 626-331-8133.
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Fri, Nov 9, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, in Pasadena:
8 pm "PIANO SPHERES" is “an Evening of Piano and Percussion” at Boston Court Performing Arts Center, 70 N Mentor Av, Pasadena 91106; www.bostoncourt.org; 626-683-6883. (One of two events here tonight, on two separate stages.)
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Yes, the piano is a percussion instrument, and with the dynamic pianist, SUSAN SVRCEK at the keyboard, and virtuoso percussionist YURI INOO bringing a full array of not necessarily recognizable instruments, this promises to be an unusual night of interesting and colorful music exploring the repertoire expressly written for the piano and percussion. You’ll be transported from the serene landscape of "Like Still Waters" by Thomas Osborne to John Psathas' amazing and wild "Matre's Dance", a piece inspired by a dance performed by a group of characters in one of Frank Herbert’s "Dune" novels.
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Fri, Nov 9, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, in San Pedro:
8 pm STRUNZ & FARAH play Alva’s Showroom, 1417 W 8th St, San Pedro 90732; 310-519 1314.
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Strunz & Farah, performing together since 1980, have created an entirely new expression for the acoustic guitar. From Costa Rica and Iran respectively, Jorge Strunz and Ardeshir Farah have brought the cultural riches of their native lands to their highly virtuosic, rhythmic, and improvisation-rich original instrumental compositions, profoundly influencing guitarists everywhere. Their meeting in 1979 marked the first time that Latin American and Middle Eastern music came together on the guitar.
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Jorge Strunz was born in Costa Rica to a family with lineage that includes a past Costa Rican president on one side and one of Simón Bolívar's favorite lieutenants on the other. Given his first guitar at age 6, he grew up also in Colombia, Mexico, Spain, England and Canada, studying and playing flamenco and classical guitar. He performed flamenco guitar professionally as a teenager, accompanying Spanish dancers and singers. He then turned to focus more on his own Latin American roots, Caribbean and Latin folk, and later, jazz. Jorge single-handedly invented a new style of Latin guitar playing that is an original synthesis of hand techniques from flamenco, Latin folk and classical guitar with state-of-the art high-speed linear plectrum playing.
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Ardeshir Farah was raised in a beautiful old house in Iran that echoed with the sounds of the violin of his uncle, who performed with the Teheran Symphony. Later, he moved to England for schooling. He played guitar since childhood, focusing on popular music and improvisation. He has performed and recorded extensively with many of the top expatriate Persian singers and musicians in the US who fled Iran after the Revolution. Ardeshir was the first to use Middle Eastern inflections in a contemporary guitar setting. His style has a unique exoticism.
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Suggested donation is $30.

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Fri, Nov 9, in SGV (Arcadia):
8 pm-1 am KAYE BOHLER BAND plus THE BOBBY BLUEHOUSE BAND, play the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91006; www.arcadiabluesclub.com; 626-447-9349. Tix, $10 & 15.
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Fri, Nov 9, stage play, in Pasadena:
8 pm “CREATION” is a stage play with musical dimensions, running now at Boston Court Performing Arts Center, 70 N Mentor Av, Pasadena 91106; www.bostoncourt.org; 626-683-6883. (One of two events here tonight, on two separate stages.)
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When Sarah’s husband Ian, an evolutionary biologist, is struck by lightning, he suffers a near-death experience -- and develops an obsession with music. Their ordered lives are transformed, raising questions for all of us in that regard, as the characters wrestle with whether a marriage can endure a monumental change. It’s a world premiere, written by Kathryn Walat and directed by Michael Michetti, and it’s getting rave but thoughtful reviews, even an Ovation Award recommendation. Tix are discounted $10 with code CELLO. Otherwise, they’re $34 general, $29 students and seniors for the rest of the run. So use the discount code!
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"Director Michael Michetti and a crackerjack design team have fashioned the perfect ambiance for this play to cast its dreamlike spell." –EDGE.
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“Creation” runs Wednesday-Saturday, Nov 7-10 at 8 pm, and closes Sunday Nov 11 with the 2 pm performance.
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Fri, Nov 9, in SGV (Monrovia):
8 pm weekly “MONROVIA STREET FAIR” includes several venues with acoustic music, some impromptu, some more formal, including the KATTYWOMPUS CONCERT and JAM with all comers bearing acoustic instruments – including dulcimer players – at Dollmakers Kattywompus, 412 S Myrtle Av, Monrovia 91016; 626-357-1091. Free.
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Fri, Nov 9, in Santa Monica:
Time tbd “LIVE MUSIC NIGHT” every Friday at Sonny McLean’s Irish Pub, 2615 Wilshire Bl, Santa Monica 90403; 310-449-1811; www.sonnymcleans.com. Sometimes it’s Irish music, sometimes something else; call before you go to learn what.
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Fri, Nov 9, in Ventura:
8:30 pm “POLYNESIAN REVUE” at Hong Kong Inn, 435 E Thompson Bl, Ventura; www.hongkonginn.com; 805-648-3161. Runs Friday & Saturday nights.
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Fri, Nov 9, in Culver City:
Time tbd PATROLLED BY RADAR plays the Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Bl (between Washington & Venice), Culver City 90230; 310-390-1328; www.thecinemabar.com; www.myspace.com/thecinemabar; music series hotline 310-250-1317. Venue is 21+, the size of a shoebox, and known as “the world’s smallest honky-tonk.” Barstool seating is competitive. No cover, bring $ for artists’ tip jar.
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Fri, Nov 9:
9 pm KEN O’MALLEY brings his authentic and original Irish music, marvelous voice and multi-instrumental prowess to Ireland’s 32, 13721 Burbank Bl, Van Nuys 91401; 818-785-4031.
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Fri, Nov 9:
9 pm An ALT-COUNTRY / COUNTRY / AMERICANA band plays the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166. Preceded by free line dance lesson with Kathy at 7 pm. No cover.
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Saturday, November 10
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Our hiatus is delayed by storms in the High Sierra. So, there’s more coming from the Guide tomorrow morning for the weekend and beyond. We’ll include an updated long-range catalog of events, to keep this useful for you. (The most recent one is in the October 26 edition, so it needs doing.)
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