January: cold nights out, hot music in! EVENTS from Jan 9th, onward ~ Acoustic Americana Music Guide

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A NEW and very much UPDATED edition will be here for you on the morning of the 12th; meantime, a BUNCH of Friday night and weekend events are in THIS edition!
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First, some LATE ADDITIONS, before we get to the whole enchilada...
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Fri, Jan 11, in Culver City:
9:30 pm-'til-late...  I SEE HAWKS IN L.A. play the Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City; 310-390-1328. No cover, barstool seating is competitive. Bring $ for the musicians' tip jar.
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The guys say, "Come on down and get 2013 started on the wrong foot!" More at www.iseehawks.com
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Their media endorsements keep rolling in:
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"I See Hawks is the city's premier roots band. Their sound is pure and progressive in spirit, with songs about hippies' children, fatal attractions and other meaty topics." --Richard Cromelin, L.A. TIMES.
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"The Hawks have updated Southern California country rock. Their music is sinewy yet poetic--more nihilistic than decadent, with an urban-desert poetry all its own." -- Richard Gehr, Village Voice.
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“The Hawks continue to display versatility, variety and power, with an intriguing dystopian science-fictional bent in the lyrics.” -- Ken Barnes, USA TODAY.
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And, before that...
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Thu, Jan 10, FREE, in Pasadena;
not music, but cool:
8-9:30 pm "SCIENCE & THE NEW SPACE RACE: OPPORTUNITIES & OBSTACLES," features an impressive panel of speakers from NASA, Caltech, and the private sector's Virgin Galactic (The folks who are planning to take you into outer space, if you have enough cash), and Space Exploration Technologies (Space X, the company building the next generation of rockets), is a free program, presented by the Caltech Y's "Social Activism Speaker Series" and Keck Institute for Space Studies, in Beckman Auditorium (aka "Big Beckman") on the Caltech campus in Pasadena. Park free (evenings only) in either of two lots at the end of Michigan Av, south off Del Mar.
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What are the costs and benefits of the shifting balance between public and private funding of space exploration? The program will examine the implications for science and for capitalism, and how our visions of the future are already obsolete.
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Our "insider" friends at the Caltech Folk Music Society advise, "Plan to arrive a bit early for this one, as these programs sometimes fill up."
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More at http://kiss.caltech.edu/lectures/space-race2013.html. Free event.
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Here's the full edition, as originally published ...
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This is one of THREE editions in our new format…
• LIVE EVENTS: this is the latest edition of the Guide’s bigger-than-anybody-else’s calendar.
• MUSIC-ON-TV: the current edition runs through Jan 10; it requires a separate click.
• NEWS & REVIEWS: latest edition, published Jan 6, is available in sidebar at left; a new, big edition is almost here! It will also need a separate click.
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THIS edition, with MAJOR UPDATES, is all about LIVE PERFORMANCES, reaching way into the future for key upcoming events, and with DETAILED listings of everything, every day, FOR THE NEXT WEEK. That’s concerts in venues large and small, club gigs, coffee house performances, showcases, songs circles, open mics, jams, a few workshops for artists, and whatever else musical you can attend live.
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The Guide’s OTHER editions cover NEWS & REVIEWS and MUSIC-ON-TV. If you’re on THIS page, it’s because you’re looking for music you can go see performed live. We’ve got it here, and we’ve been waiting for you. Let’s go!
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Wednesday, January 9
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Wednesday’s Sections:
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1) Wednesday’s MUSIC-on-TV and WEB RADIO:
2) Wednesday’s FESTIVALS & MUSIC CAMPS
3) Wednesday’s CONCERTS, CLUB GIGS, SHOWCASES, & other LIVE events
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1) Wednesday’s MUSIC-on-TV and WEB RADIO:
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These listings are now in a separate edition. It’s available just below, or in the sidebar at left, depending on where you are reading this.
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2) Wednesday’s FESTIVALS
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3) Wednesday’s CONCERTS, CLUB GIGS, SHOWCASES, & other LIVE events
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Wed, Jan 9, in SGV (Sierra Madre):
3-6 pm WHEN PIGS FLY! plays the Sierra Madre Farmers Market, 222 S Sierra Madre Bl, Sierra Madre; 818-591-8161; www.facebook.com/pages/Sierra-Madre-Farmers-Market/186860744702990. Info on this acoustic roots / dulcimer-driven band at www.WhenPigsFlyMusic.com.
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Wed, Jan 9, in Santa Barbara:
5:30 pm Weekly “GLENDESSARY JAM” of players of old-time music at Alice Keck Park (summers) and indoors (winter) on Glendessary Lane, in Santa Barbara.
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Wed, Jan 9, in Paso Robles:
6-8 pm Weekly “OPEN JAM” is mostly bluegrass, some folk, at Matt’s Music, 617 12th St, Paso Robles. Details, 805-237-0054, or www.mattsmusicinpaso.com.
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Wed, Jan 9, in Culver City:
6:30-9 pm Monthly "WEST SIDE HAMMERED DULCIMERS" session, sharing tunes and playing for fun, at Culver-Palms United Methodist Church, 4464 Sepulveda Bl, Room 6, Culver City 90230. Contact Barbara Gershman for info or to reserve a spot, at bgershman@socal.rr.com. More at www.scdh.org.
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Wed, Jan 9, in Venice:
6:30 pm Monthly “OPEN MIC” at the Talking Stick Coffee House, 1411 Lincoln Bl, Venice 92091.
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Wed, Jan 9, in the desert (Lancaster):
Time tba Twice-monthly “LANCASTER UKULELE CLUB” meets and jams at Nick's Pizzaria, 43755 15th St West (between Ave K & Ave J8), Lancaster. Happens 2nd & 4th Wednesday, every month. Info, John Birsner, 661-949-7717 or jbirsner@aol.com.
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Wed, Jan 9, in South Pasadena:
7-9:30 pm Weekly "WINE & SONG CONCERT SERIES" brings performing host BRAD COLERICK and two guest recording artists to the Firefly Bistro, 1009 El Centro St, South Pasadena; 626-441-2443.
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It's "A midweek soul-soothing spirit-lifting hootenanny." The guests each week are always accomplished songwriters, plus other artists "just show up and play," says Brad. The venue adds, "We cook up a crazy menu of snacks, finger foods, and tapas and, of course, our regular menu is available. So come in to dine or just for a snack, a glass of wine, and a great night of music. Now serving "Fancy Tacos" every Wednesday Night." No cover; tip jar for artists.
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Wed, Jan 9, in Lompoc:
7-9 pm Twice-monthly “WEDNESDAY EVENING BLUEGRASS JAM” at Southside Coffee Co, 105 S "H" St, Lompoc. Info, call Bill, 805-736-8241. It’s the 2nd and 4th Wednesday, every month.
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Wed, Jan 9, on the Central Coast (San Luis Obispo):
7 30 pm HISTORY OF PAINTERS plus RED WANTING BLUE at SLO Brew in San Luis Obispo.
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HISTORY OF PAINTERS were mighty impressive when they played the 2012 “LIVE OAK MUSIC FESTIVAL.”
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The Painters tell us, “We get to play a show with, RED WANTING BLUE, this great band from the Mid-West. Here is a link to a video of them on the DAVID LETTERMAN SHOW: www.youtube.com/watch?v=tbbkO8RV-1U.”
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Painters are the first band, so be on time. Tix online at www.ticketweb.com/t3/sale/SaleEventDetail?dispatch=loadSelectionData&eventId=3227634&REFERRAL_ID=tmfeed&wt.mc_id=aff_BUYAT_97249&camefrom=CFC_BUYAT_97249
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Wed, Jan 9, in VC (Simi):
7:30 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “SIMI VALLEY HOOT.” Info and location at www.songmakers.org.
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Wed, Jan 9, in San Diego:
8 pm LUCINDA WILLIAMS plays the Belly Up Tavern, 143 S Cedros Av, Solana Beach (San Diego) 92075; 858-481-9022.
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Wed, Jan 9, in Altadena:
8 pm SHAMALAMACORD plays 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 in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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Always a hit here on their annual rounds, SHAMALAMACORD is AARON (“DUCKMANDU”) SEEMAN on accordion and MIKE PENNY on Tsugaru shamisen. As a duo and as solo players, Mike and Aaron are each actively engaged in extending the capabilities of their instruments. The Tsugaru shamisen is the most powerful sounding and popular of the three major types of shamisen, the Tsugaru style comes from Northern Japan. It has enjoyed a resurgence among young people in the last twenty years in Japan, and is therefore a tradition very much alive.
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Within two years of picking up the instrument, MIKE PENNY competed in the annual Kanagi Tsugaru Shamisen competition in Northern Japan and received the "nyuusho" or "runner-up" award in his class out of a field of 200, an honor never before bestowed on a non-Japanese player. He also plays in the Tsugaru Shamisen trio, Monsters of Shamisen.
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AARON SEEMAN often performs solo as DUCKMANDU. He holds a B.A. in Piano and a Masters in Composition from UC Santa Cruz. As Duckmandu, he has produced three CDs using accordion and voice to produce accordion renditions of punk rock and mainstream rock that evoke the original music to an astonishing degree. As Duckmandu, he has also recorded a solo CD of more traditional material. Tix, $15.
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Wed, Jan 9, in SFV (Chatsworth):
8 pm ROCK & RICH, aka ROCKLIND & RICHMOND, play the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166. A real, live, fun honky-tonk scene with live music nightly. Preceded by free dance lessons at 7 pm. No cover.
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Wed, Jan 9, in L.A.:
8 pm Weekly “GUITAROLOGY” showcase at Melody Bar & Grill, 9132 S Sepulveda Bl, Los Angeles 90045; 310-670-1994.
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Wed, Jan 9, in SFV (Sherman Oaks):
9 pm Weekly “ACOUSTIC CORDIALE,” the long-running series booked by DONOVAN LYMAN at Café Cordiale, 14015 Ventura Bl, Sherman Oaks 91423; 818-789-1985.
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1) Thursday’s MUSIC-on-TV and WEB RADIO:
2) Thursday’s FESTIVALS & MUSIC CAMPS
3) Thursday’s CONCERTS, CLUB GIGS, SHOWCASES, & other LIVE events
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These listings are now in a separate edition. It’s available just below, or in the sidebar at left, depending on where you are reading this.
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Thu, Jan 10, 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. Contact Pat if you plan to attend: 562-858-9003. More at www.scdh.org.
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Thu, Jan 10, in Long Beach:
5 pm KEN O'MALLEY plays his weekly solo show of authentic and original Irish music for Happy Hour at The Auld Dubliner, 71 S Pine Av, Long Beach 90802; www.aulddubliner.com.
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Thu, Jan 10; in South Pasadena:
6-9 pm Weekly “BURGERS, BEERS, & BLUES” with BARRY "BIG B" BRENNER on guitar & vocals at the Firefly Bistro, 1009 El Centro St, South Pasadena; www.eatatfirefly.com; 626-441-2443. “Big B” Brenner performs “The Real Folk Blues” for dining pleasure, and each week, Chef Paul features a different hamburger creation in addition to the seasonal dinner menu. Venue features regional micro brews “at old time prices.” No cover.
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Thu, Jan 10, in SFV (Canoga Park):
6 pm “WEST VALLEY OLD-TIME JAM” at Jerry's Pizzeria, 22035 Sherman Way, Canoga Park 91303; 818-346-3033.
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Thu, Jan 10, near UCLA:
6 pm “THURSDAY NIGHT SOFA JAM” at Westwood Music, 1627 Westwood Bl, Los Angeles 90024; 310-478-4251.
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Thu, Jan 10, in OC (Fountain Valley):
6:15 pm Weekly “FOUNTAIN VALLEY BLUEGRASS JAM” at Orange County Archery, 18792 Brookhurst St, Fountain Valley 92708.
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Thu, Jan 10, in Ventura:
6:30 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “VENTURA ROUND TABLE SONG CIRCLE” at Round Table Pizza, 4255 E Main St, Ventura 93003.
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Thu, Jan 10, film screening, in Pasadena:
7 pm Screening of “BONSAI PEOPLE: THE VISION OF MUHAMMAD YUNUS,” a film about an “alternative economy for the world’s poor” about the work of Nobel Peace Prize winner MUHAMMAD YUNUS, is this month’s offering in the “Conscientious Projector” series, at the Armory Center for the Arts, 145 N Raymond Av, Old Town Pasadena. (An easy walk across the park from the Gold Line Memorial Park Station.)
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This is a compelling and hopeful look at economist Muhammad Yunus, in which he refers to the poor metaphorically as “Bonsai people,” like the miniature trees. “Society never allowed them the space to grow,” he says. Yunus and Grameen Bank, the financial institution he founded to alleviate poverty in Bangladesh, were awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2006 for pioneering the concept of microcredit. That refers to making small loans to poor people, mostly women, to start small local businesses with the goal of uplifting themselves, their families and their village communities. In thirty years, this innovation has spread to every continent and benefited millions with an astounding 98% rate of return on investment. Filmmaker HOLLY MOSHER’s inspirational documentary film profiles Yunis and his trailblazing “social business” work, focusing on the challenges and successes of six Bangladeshi women who receive microcredit loans and go on to transform their lives. The film will be followed by a community discussion. Admission is FREE, and the facility is accessible to disabled persons.
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Thu, Jan 10, in OC (Irvine):
7:30 pm BERKLEY-HART are the inaugural act at the "22 Rabbits House Concert Series," brand-new, in Irvine. Reservations get directions at ItzPeggy@gmail.com.
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The San Diego-based duo of JEFF BERKLEY and CALMAN HART are multiple award-winners, including a long run of annual honors as S.D.'s best singer-songwriter folk duo. More information on everything at www.berkleyhart.com.
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Thu, Jan 10, in L.A.:
7:30 pm IBRAHIM MAALOUF QUINTET plays 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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This show, in association with The Jazz Bakery, presents the powerful Ibrahim Maalouf Quintet in the only Los Angeles stop of the quintet’s international tour. They're promoting their new album, "Wind," released in November 2012.
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French-Lebanese musician Ibrahim Maalouf, on trumpet, will be joined on-stage by Frank Woeste on piano, Ira Coleman on double bass, Walter Smith on saxophone, and Clarence Penn on drums. "Wind" is an original score, composed by Maalouf, for the René Clair silent film, "The Prey of the Wind." The event is supported by the French Embassy/Cultural Services. You can buy your tickets online.
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Thu, Jan 10, in Culver City:
7:30-11 pm DOOZY plays their every-Thursday residency at the Culver Hotel in Culver City; www.culverhotel.com. Band info, www.doozytunes.com. No cover.
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Thu, Jan 10, in Altadena:
8 pm JERRY YESTER (THE NEW CHRISTY MINSTRELS, MODERN FOLK QUARTET, LOVIN’ SPOONFUL) plays 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 in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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He has been a mover and shaker in so many iconic American groups that his Wikipedia bio is longer than many names you know. He is coming in from the Atlantic Seaboard to play The Coffee Gallery Backstage. Most of what he did in the early days centered around The Ice House and Bob Stane, so there is a relationship there.
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JERRY YESTER is an American folk-rock musician, record producer, and arranger grew-up in Burbank. He formed a duo with brother Jim Yester, THE YESTER BROTHERS, and starting playing folk clubs in Los Angeles in 1960. While Jim was in the army, Jerry joined first THE NEW CHRISTY MINSTRELS, and then, in 1963, THE MODERN FOLK QUARTET. The MFQ issued two folk-pop albums in the next two years, and Yester also branched out into other recordings, playing piano on the LOVIN' SPOONFUL's "Do You Believe in Magic?" in 1965. The MFQ split up in 1966, and Yester began work as a solo artist and as a producer, with his wife JUDY HENSKE, his brother Jim's band THE ASSOCIATION, THE TURTLES, and TIM BUCKLEY, for whom he produced “Goodbye and Hello” and “Happy Sad.” The following year, he joined the LOVIN’ SPOONFUL, replacing ZAL YANOVSKY, for whom he also later worked as producer, but soon afterwards the Spoonful split-up for some years.
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In 1969, Henske, Yester and Yanovsky put together the cult album “Farewell Aldebaran,” on which Yester played nearly a dozen different instruments.
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The following year, Yester and Henske formed a new band, ROSEBUD, but the band dissolved in 1971 and the couple then divorced. Yester continued to work as a producer and arranger on albums by PAT BOONE, AZTEC TWO STEP, and TOM WAITS, and in the 1970s he performed with THE ASSOCIATION and the re-formed MODERN FOLK QUARTET. In the mid 1980s, he moved to Hawaii and formed a dance band. In 1991 both Yester brothers joined a re-formed version of the LOVIN’ SPOONFUL, with whom Yester continues to tour. He now resides in the area of Harrison, Arkansas. Bob Stane, who has followed him for all these years, says, “This will be great fun with a generous helping of humor. Tix are $15, so cheap to see, and hear, a legend. No doubt a Q & A at the end of the show.”
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Thu-Sat, Jan 10-12, in OC (Costa Mesa):
8 pm PACIFIC SYMPHONY, with Grammy-award winning violinist JAMES EHNES, presents Beethoven’s Violin Concerto, and Rimsky-Korsakov’s “Scheherazade” in Segerstrom Hall, at the Orange County Performing Arts Center, 600 Town Center Dr, Costa Mesa; 714-556-2787; www.ocpac.org.
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PACIFIC SYMPHONY rings in 2013 with a concert featuring two timeless masterpieces, each with skyscraping grandeur, sheer beauty, and energy to match the excitement of the New Year: Beethoven’s Violin Concerto and Rimsky-Korsakov’s “Scheherazade.” Canadian virtuoso JAMES EHNES takes the stage for Beethoven’s crowning achievement, the most frequently performed violin concerto in the repertoire. Described by The Guardian as “effusively lyrical” and “hair-raisingly virtuosic,” the Grammy-award winning violinist reveals the exquisite lyricism of Beethoven’s work. The orchestra, led by Scottish guest conductor GARRY WALKER, tells the story of “1,001 Nights” through the music of Rimsky-Korsakov, once called the “master magician of orchestration,” in his “Scheherazade.” This concert runs three nights, Jan 10-12, in the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall; a preview talk with Alan Chapman begins at 7 pm, so be sure to go early. Tickets: 714-755-5799 or www.PacificSymphony.org.
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Thu, Jan 10, in SFV (Burbank):
8 pm WILL RYAN & THE CACTUS COUNTY COWBOYS, absolutely one of the best unheralded bands anywhere, play Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506; 818-515-4444.
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Thu, Jan 10, in San Diego:
8 pm ROBERT MORGAN FISHER plays Croce’s Restaurant & Jazz Bar, 802 5th Av, San Diego 92101; 619-233-4355.
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Thu, Jan 10, in Los Feliz:
8 pm MASON SOUTH plays their every-Thursday residency at Tam O’Shanter, 2980 Los Feliz Bl, Los Feliz; www.lawrysonline.com/tam-oshanter; 323-664-0228.
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Thu, Jan 10, in SFV (Chatsworth):
8 pm HOLLYWOOD HILLBILLIES play the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166. A real, live, fun honky-tonk scene with live music nightly. Preceded by free line dance lesson with Marie at 7 pm. No cover.
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Thu, Jan 10, in L.A.:
8 pm Weekly “OPEN MIC” for musicians, comics & poets, at MUSE on 8th, 759 S La Brea Av (at 8th St, just S of Wilshire), in mid-city Los Angeles. More at their new website, www.MUSEon8th.com. Sign-ups at 7:30 pm.
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Thu, Jan 10, in Santa Monica:
9 pm “LIVE MUSIC NIGHT” at Sonny McLean's Irish Pub, 2615 Wilshire Bl, Santa Monica; 310-449-1811. They boast “40 taps of great beer and cider, a nice wine selection and now a full bar.” Live music every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, and sometimes it’s traditional Irish music. But be careful when you go, because they do Karaoke (aka the death of vocal music) on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays starting about 9 pm. Check their website to see who and what they’re booking, at www.sonnymcleans.com.
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Thu, Jan 10, in OC (Costa Mesa):
9:30 pm Weekly “CELTIC CEILI” with MICHAEL KELLY of SLIGO RAGS, playing a wide range of Irish ballads and favorite pub songs in a solo performance, at the Harp Inn Irish Pub, 130 E 17th St, Costa Mesa 92627; 949-646-8855; www.harpinn.com. An invitation from Michael Kelly reads, "Interested in a bit of Celtic Christmas Craic on a Thursday night? Check out my Celtic Ceili this Thursday and every other Thursday at the Harp Inn in Costa Mesa!” More at www.fiddlin4you.com/calendar .
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Thu, Jan 10, in SFV (Van Nuys):
9:30 pm KEN O'MALLEY plays his weekly residency of authentic and original Irish music at Ireland's 32, 13721 Burbank Bl, Van Nuys 91401; 818-785-4031.
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Friday, January 11
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1) Friday’s MUSIC-on-TV and WEB RADIO:
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1) Friday’s MUSIC-on-TV and WEB RADIO:
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One, to which we recommend your attention…
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Fri, Jan 11, on the web:
Time tba JAMES LEE STANLEY & JOHN BATDORF do a live web simulcast of their show at Bugle Boy in La Grange, Texas. Details at www.jamesleestanley.com/appearing.html. Purchase tickets for the webcast at www.concertwindow.com/shows/john-batdorf-and-james-lee-stanley
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Fri, Jan 11, 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, Jan 11, in Venice:
6-10 pm “AFFECT THE EFFECT - SHOWCASING MUSIC AND HELPING PEOPLE” benefit show with female acoustic, piano solo, duo & trio singer-songwriters, presented by “NETTE RADIO,” at the Talking Stick, 1411-C Lincoln (at California), Venice 90291; 310-450-6052.
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Includes live music performances by artists heard on NetteRadio, and an auction and opportunity drawing. Food & beverages available for purchase. Streamed live on Ustream.tv at, www.ustream.tv/channel/netteradio
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Every month, the “NETTE RADIO SHOWCASE” brings female acoustic, piano solo, duo & trio singer-songwriters whose music is played on the internet’s “Nette Radio” show. Host ANNETTE CONLON continually takes submissions for consideration of performance slots on these 2nd Friday showcases (you must be a NetteRadio artist to perform) acoustic, piano solo, duo & trios only: www.netteradio.com/NetteRadioArtistRelease.
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Fri, Jan 11, in Tehachapi:
6-8 pm THE GEEZERS bring folk music to “APPLE SHED LIVE ACOUSTIC MUSIC,” a Friday and Saturday night series at the Apple Shed, 333 E Tehachapi Bl, Tehachapi 93561; 661-823-8333.
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They have a regular schedule of performers:
1st Friday - WILL JAMES - Celtic, Americana, gospel, & folk
1st Saturday - JO STONE - piano music
2nd Friday THE GEEZERS - folk music
2nd Saturday - ART LARSON - clarinet
3rd Friday – “Country Music night” (was the late Cowboy / Western artist TONY VICE)
3rd Saturday - MOUNTAIN PASS - oldies
4th Friday - MAX VALENTINO - acoustic guitar
4th Saturday - PAT STRONG – country / ballads music
5th Saturday - CRAIG SHAW
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Fri, Jan 11, in Tehachapi:
Time tba CRAIG SHAW plays “LIVE MUSIC AT LA BELLE AMORE,” a Friday and Saturday series at La Belle Amore Italian Bistro, 209 S Green St, Tehachapi; 661-822-7419. Recommended by locals who tell the Guide, “Great live music can be heard” at this Italian Bistro, located next to the Hitching Post Theater.
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Here’s the usual monthly schedule:
STEVE HEPNER & LAUREN ALEXANDER - 1st Friday
TERRY ASHER & FRIENDS - 1st Saturday
CRAIG SHAW - 2nd & 4th Friday
THE GEEZERS - folk music - 2nd & 5th Saturday
PETER CUTLER & DEBBY HAND as a folk duo - 3rd Friday
MARIA & CHARLY “folk & more” duo of CHARLY WALLMO & MARIA WEIR WERTH - 3rd Sat
DAVE OGDEN, Celtic fingerstyle guitar - 4th Saturday
GARY MAZOLLA - 5th Friday
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Fri, Jan 11, in Long Beach:
6:30-7:30 pm AJ GIBBS plays his weekly Cajun-zydeco “Mr. 1 Man Show” at Shear Rhythm Dance, 4126 Viking Way, Suite #220, Long Beach. Info,562-528-6626. Time and date subject to change, because he tours all over de place.
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Fri, Jan 11, in SGV (San Dimas):
7-9 pm DANIELLE HEBERT, the splendid bi-lingual French Canadian songstress-guitarist, with artful percussionist FORREST ROBINSON, plays San Dimas Coffee Klatch, 806 W Arrow Hwy, San Dimas. (She plays here again on & Jan 25.)
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Fri, Jan 11, in L.A.:
7 pm “BLUEGRASS JAM SESSION” at the Coffee Connection, 3838 Centinela Av (at Sepulveda), Los Angeles; 310- 773-6753.
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Fri, Jan 11, film screening, in San Pedro:
7 pm “SOUL FOOD JUNKIES” by Byron Hurt is this month’s offering in the FREE “ITVS-COMMUNITY CINEMA” series at the historic Warner Grand Theater, 434 W 6th St, San Pedro 90731; 310-833-4813; www.grandvision.org.
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Soul food lies at the heart of African-American cultural identity. “Soul Food Junkies” examines the diet's significance and consequences. Guest speakers following the film are Dr. Jan King, Director, Martin Luther King Jr. Center for Public Health; Breanna Morrison, Health Policy Analyst, Community Health Councils; Quincy O'Neal, Watts Field Deputy 15th Council District. Presented by the Friends of the San Pedro Library in conjunction with Grand Vision Foundation.
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Fri & Sat, Jan 11 &12, in Santa Monica:
8 pm DAVID LINDLEY, one of the world’s most amazing multi-instrumentalists on all things strings, plays two nights at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix either night, $22.50.
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Fri, Jan 11, in Altadena:
8 pm DAVE MORRISON with ANNIE BOXELL play 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 in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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People have been saying nice things about Dave Morrison for years. Many of them were other songwriters who were busily recording his songs for years before he went into the studio. Legendary Philadelphia Folk DJ GENE SHAY played a couple of Dave's tunes on his radio show during the last “Philadelphia Folk Festival” which Gene founded and hosts. Shay compares Dave to the late STEVE GOODMAN (who wrote “City of New Orleans”). Acclaimed Chicago duo SMALL POTATOES has recorded two of Dave's songs and calls him, "Our second-favorite songwriter." (Who's their number-one? Michael Smith, writer of “The Dutchman.” Not too shabby, eh?)
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Though not able to tour till recently, Dave has long been known as a dynamic and entertaining performer on the local scene, including the Coffee Gallery Backstage. Dave’s album, “A Little Farther Down The Line,” got a rave review in “American Songwriter,” after its world premiere on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” where he performed the album live a few years back. The review says, “Long one of L.A.’s most beloved songwriters, Dave Morrison has made the album we’ve waited for ... There’s keen intelligence, humor, depth and compassion. But more than anything else, there’s heart. He projects genuinely poignant details of real life in a way few can with just words and music. With a stunning economy of language and visceral folk-rock feel, he paints dimensional pictures with a delicate blend of words and tunes. Mourn no more about the dearth of meaningful music. Listen to this. Four Stars.” -- Paul Zollo, Nov / Dec 2007 edition.
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Russ Paris, of Russ & Julie’s House Concerts, says, "Dave Morrison is a songwriter’s songwriter, but that’s nothing new. I’ve been hearing that from songwriters in the Los Angeles area for many years now who were also describing Dave as one of the great unrecorded songwriters in the area. Times change. Dave has released a great debut solo CD that surely lives up to its promise. More importantly, Dave conveys those songs on stage like he’s been doing it his whole life, with passion, presence, and an irascible charm that will win over any audience."
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Dave will be joined onstage by his band, GREG KRUEGER on mandolin, Dobro and lead guitar, ANNIE BOXELL on piano and backing vocals, and the legendary CHAD WATSON on bass. More at www.davemorrisonmusic.com.
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Opening the show is ANNIE BOXELL. Once based in Charleston South Carolina, Annie was a mainstay of the East Coast music scene with her band THE VICIOUS CIRCLE. A seasoned pianist and singer, she's been turning heads and ears since arriving in Southern Cal two years ago. Her songs are as honest and open-hearted as they are tuneful, and her experience in improv comedy theater lends an “anything-can-happen” air of fun to her performances. She's joined by TONY CARAFONE on lead guitar, and STEVE REID on percussion. More at www.facebook.com/AnnieBoxellMusic.
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Fri, Jan 11, in Studio City:
8 pm LAUREN ADAMS BAND plays Mare'ka Organic Watering Hole, 12747 Ventura Bl, Studio City 91604.
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This is a great band, and every member is an accomplished musician as a solo recording artist and / or a studio musician who records with big name musicians. They are LAUREN ADAMS, NICK KIRGO, MARK "POCKET" GOLDBERG, DAVE FRASER, and DEBRA DOBKIN.
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Lauren says, "Come and have a cocktail or fresh juice and some yummy organic pizza with us. We want to hang with you! There'll be some new songs to hear and of course, Dave and Pocket will do a few." Free show.
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Fri, Jan 11, in Culver City:
8 pm "TOP TUNE," the new songwriters’ game show, brings ERIC SCHWARTZ, CHELSEA WILLIAMS, BILL BURNETT, CYNTHIA CARLE, KAHLIL SABBAGH, and CAPTAIN DANGER to the Fantastic Salon, 3815 Sawtelle Bl, Culver City 90066; 310-795-7469.
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Each edition of JONATHAN MENCHIN's new songwriters’ game show brings “Six hot songwriters play some of their best material,” then each gets a title and a premise and 17 minutes to write a totally new tune and present it to the audience.
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Guest commentators are DANNY HUTTON of THREE DOG NIGHT, JOEL MURRAY, and GARY SHAPIRO. Also on stage are GINGER SMITH and ANDY GOLDBERG. The House Band is JOHNNY MENCH & THE THIRSTY MODELS with JOHN O'KENNEDY and CURTIS BYRD. Sounds like fun!
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Fri, Jan 11; Thu-Sat, Jan 10-12, in OC (Costa Mesa):
8 pm PACIFIC SYMPHONY, with Grammy-award winning violinist JAMES EHNES, presents Beethoven’s Violin Concerto, and Rimsky-Korsakov’s “Scheherazade” in Segerstrom Hall, at the Orange County Performing Arts Center, 600 Town Center Dr, Costa Mesa; 714-556-2787; www.ocpac.org.
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PACIFIC SYMPHONY rings in 2013 with a concert featuring two timeless masterpieces, each with skyscraping grandeur, sheer beauty, and energy to match the excitement of the New Year: Beethoven’s Violin Concerto and Rimsky-Korsakov’s “Scheherazade.” Canadian virtuoso JAMES EHNES takes the stage for Beethoven’s crowning achievement, the most frequently performed violin concerto in the repertoire. Described by The Guardian as “effusively lyrical” and “hair-raisingly virtuosic,” the Grammy-award winning violinist reveals the exquisite lyricism of Beethoven’s work. The orchestra, led by Scottish guest conductor GARRY WALKER, tells the story of “1,001 Nights” through the music of Rimsky-Korsakov, once called the “master magician of orchestration,” in his “Scheherazade.” This concert runs three nights, Jan 10-12, in the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall; a preview talk with Alan Chapman begins at 7 pm, so be sure to go early. Tickets: 714-755-5799 or www.PacificSymphony.org.
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Fri, Jan 11, in Cerritos:
8 pm LOS LOBOS play the Cerritos Performing Arts Center’s “Lyric Theatre,” 12700 Center Court Dr, Cerritos 90703; 562 916-8501 or 800- 300-4345.
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Fri, Jan 11, 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. Watch streaming video of the event at www.SoKattywompus.com. Free.
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Fri, Jan 11, 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, Jan 11, 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, Jan 11, in SFV (Van Nuys):
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, Jan 11, in SFV (Chatsworth):
9 pm JEFREY MICHAELS plays the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166. A real, live, fun honky-tonk scene with live music nightly. Preceded by free line dance lesson with Kathy at 7 pm. No cover.
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Fri, Jan 11, in Santa Monica:
9 pm “LIVE MUSIC NIGHT” at Sonny McLean's Irish Pub, 2615 Wilshire Bl, Santa Monica; 310-449-1811. They boast “40 taps of great beer and cider, a nice wine selection and now a full bar.” Live music every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, and sometimes it’s traditional Irish music. But be careful when you go, because they do Karaoke (aka the death of vocal music) on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays starting about 9 pm. Check their website to see who and what they’re booking, at www.sonnymcleans.com.
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Fri, Jan 11, in Hollywood:
9:30 pm-12:45 am ORCHESTRA CHARANGOA plays El Floridita Restaurant, 1253 N Vine St (at Fountain), Hollywood; 323-871-8612; www.elfloridita.com. $10 cover, or FREE with dinner reservations. Okay, more “Las Americas” than Americana, but fun!
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Fri, Jan 11, in L.A.:
10 pm PHOEBE BRIDGERS & EINSTEIN'S DIRTY SECRET play at El Cid, 4212 W Sunset Bl, Los Angeles 90029.
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Phoebe is a fine young talent. You may have seen her performing with mandolin wunderkind SCOTT GATES. Go earlier or stay later to catch the full line-up: Hotel Cinema at 9:30 pm; Einstein's Dirty Secret at 10; Hilary Parkin at 10:45 pm; Nikki Kelley at 11:30; Bird & Moon at midnight.
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Sat, Jan 12, in OC (San Juan Capistrano):
10 am-noon “BLUEGRASS & OLD TIME JAM SESSION,” all levels welcome, at C. Russell Cook Park, near the corner of Calle Arroyo & Calle del Campo, San Juan Capistrano; 949-498-5871.
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Sat & Sun, Jan 12 & 13, in Marina del Rey:
1-4 pm “FREE OUTDOOR WEEKEND CONCERT SERIES” features blues, jazz, Latin, or pop at Fisherman’s Village in Marina del Rey (weather permitting). Info and schedules, www.visitmarinadelrey.com/schedule/ongoing-events.
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Sat, Jan 12, in the San Bernardino Mtns:
2-5 pm "JAM IN THE MOUNTAINS / MOUNTAIN AREA ACOUSTIC JAM" at Rocky's Deli and Restaurant (Next to Union 76 Station), 32150 Hwy 18, Running Springs. Come up and escape L.A.; it's less than one hour from Claremont or Pomona. Info, call Sandi, 909-867-7105. More at www.scdh.org.
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Sat, Jan 12, in Green Valley Lake:
2 pm “CELTIC & TRADITIONAL MUSIC JAM / MOUNTAIN AREA ACOUSTIC JAM” at Lake Inn Restaurant, 33241 Green Valley Lake Rd, Green Valley Lake 92341. Free.
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Sat, Jan 12, in Bakersfield:
2-5 pm Weekly “BLUEGRASS JAM” at Dagney's Coffee Shop. “Come on down for some coffee, stir in some music, and you get a good time,” says host Jeff Russinsky; info, 661-364-1553 or 661-324-7504.
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Sat, Jan 12, in Altadena:
3 pm Matinee with KEN O’MALLEY, purveyor of authentic and original Irish music with a marvelous baritone voice and multi-instrumental prowess, 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 in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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The "real deal" from Ireland, Ken O’Malley's rich, resonant voice and engaging stage presence have delighted audiences for over thirty years." He holds nothing back. Whether singing a passionate ballad, playing a solo on the mandolin, or explaining the gloriously sad history of Erin his homeland, Ken O’Malley is all-in, wide open to the world, and as true as an arrow’s flight. Ken’s fine tenor voice could carry him through a show all alone, but he backs himself beautifully on guitar and mandolin. . . .His wonderful wit and good humor draw us in and carry us along, and the beauty of his songs, both traditional and original, fills us with irresistible joy."
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With songs in both English and Irish Gaelic, a Ken O'Malley performance is suitable for all ages and has something for everyone. As one longtime fan says, “the songs Ken sings touch all of us, Irish or not, to the very core of the human heart”. Tix, $18.
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Sat, Jan 12, in San Diego Co (San Clemente):
3 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “SAN CLEMENTE SONG CIRCLE & BBQ/POTLUCK” in San Clemente 92672. Info and location, www.songmakers.org.
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Sat, Jan 12, in Long Beach:
4-10 pm "2nd SATURDAY ART WALK" in Downtown East Village Arts District, Linden Av & Broadway, Long Beach. Info, www.artwalklb.com.
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Sat, Jan 12, in SFV (Studio City):
6-10 pm "ACOUSTIC MUSIC SHOWCASE" with WICKED SAINTS, MARC PLATT, HOLLY OVERIN, MARK BRAINARD, JEFF WINTER, SIOBHAN CARMEAN TRIO, and BRYAN PLAISANCE in a duo with performing host BRYAN CHAN, at Jump Cut Café (formally Lulu’s Beehive), 13203 Ventura Bl, Studio City 91604.
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SIOBHAN CARMEAN performs 6-6:30 pm with LON PRICE on saxophone and Julie Chadwick on vocal accompaniment for a set of original tunes.
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HOLLY OVERIN, 6:30-7 pm, is a singer-songwriter with a bright and beautiful brand of folk-fusion. Check-out her songs at www.myspace.com/Hollyoverin or at www.youbloom.com/web/HollyO.
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JEFF WINTER, 7-7:30 pm, delivers lyrics that reflect a deep concern for political corruption, moral behavior, and the current state of the American social landscape.
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BRYAN CHAN & BRYAN PLAISANCE play Delta Blues, 7:30-8 pm. Chan competed at the 2009 International Blues Challenge in Memphis TN. Plaisance adds down-home foot stomping blues harmonica. More at www.scvblues.org.
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MARK BRAINARD, 8-8:30 pm, was born into music. His father was a big band musician who played with the TOMMY DORSEY ORCHESTRA. Mark has played in a classic rock band for 30 years around the L.A. area, and is a singer-songwriter who loves a good hook. Think British folk meets Southern California. More at www.markbrainard.com.
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MARC PLATT, 8:30-9 pm, has been making records since 1983 and has had several songs featured in TV and films. His current CD "Bitter & Sweet" was well reviewed in American Songwriter magazine last fall. Marc and his band The Plattitudes play around town in various formations.
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WICKED SAINTS, 9-9:30 pm, bring "raw organic music with no artificial sweeteners." Their eclectic mix of styles ranges from folk-rock, to Americana, swampy Louisiana grooves to reggae styled pop / blues, a driving beat, or sweet and heartfelt. Paul McCarty sings lead, and plays guitar and harmonica. There's drummer John Gannon, and Bobby Thomas is on accordion & keyboards. Hear their debut album at http://wickedsaints.net.
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Sat, Jan 12, in Pomona:
6-9 pm "POMONA ART WALK" with live music, art for viewing and purchase, and food, in the Pomona Arts Colony, off Garey Av between Holt and Mission Bl. Info, www.metropomona.com.
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Sat, Jan 12, in VC (Somis):
6 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “SOMIS SONG CIRCLE & POTLUCK” in Somis 93066. Location and info, www.songmakers.org.
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Sat, Jan 12, in Tehachapi:
6-8 pm ART LARSON plays clarinet at “APPLE SHED LIVE ACOUSTIC MUSIC,” a Friday and Saturday night series at the Apple Shed, 333 E Tehachapi Bl, Tehachapi 93561; 661-823-8333.
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They have a regular schedule of performers:
1st Friday - WILL JAMES - Celtic, Americana, gospel, & folk
1st Saturday - JO STONE - piano music
2nd Friday - THE GEEZERS - folk music
2nd Saturday - ART LARSON - clarinet
3rd Friday – “Country Music night” (was the late Cowboy / Western artist TONY VICE)
3rd Saturday - MOUNTAIN PASS - oldies
4th Friday - MAX VALENTINO - acoustic guitar
4th Saturday - PAT STRONG – country / ballads music
5th Saturday - CRAIG SHAW
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Sat, Jan 12, in Tehachapi:
Time tba THE GEEZERS play folk music for “LIVE MUSIC AT LA BELLE AMORE,” a Friday and Saturday series at La Belle Amore Italian Bistro, 209 S Green St, Tehachapi; 661-822-7419. Recommended by locals who tell the Guide, “Great live music can be heard” at this Italian Bistro, located next to the Hitching Post Theater.
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Here’s the usual monthly schedule:
STEVE HEPNER & LAUREN ALEXANDER - 1st Friday
TERRY ASHER & FRIENDS - 1st Saturday
CRAIG SHAW - 2nd & 4th Friday
THE GEEZERS - folk music - 2nd & 5th Saturday
PETER CUTLER & DEBBY HAND as a folk duo - 3rd Friday
MARIA & CHARLY “folk & more” duo of CHARLY WALLMO & MARIA WEIR WERTH - 3rd Sat
DAVE OGDEN, Celtic fingerstyle guitar - 4th Saturday
GARY MAZOLLA - 5th Friday
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Sat, Jan 12, in Lakewood:
6:30 pm weekly “BLUEGRASS CONCERT” brings a different band each week to Me N Eds Pizza Parlor, 4115 Paramount Bl, Lakewood 90712; 562-421-8908. They have a lot of fun every Saturday night. Here's a video of a recent performance there by the band GRASSLANDS: www.youtube.com/watch?v=DMwi-VZ0rwc&feature=em-share_video_user ] Grasslands - "You Are What I Am." More on that band at www.grasslandsbluegrass.com.
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Sat, Jan 12, in Altadena:
7 pm TRACY NEWMAN, ANNA MONTGOMERY and KEVIN FISHER provide an evening of award-winning musicians 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 in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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KEVIN FISHER is a multi-platinum selling songwriter. RASCAL FLATTS, SARA EVANS, UNCLE KRACKER and many others have recorded his songs. His song “Crazy Life” hit the top 40 for TIM RUSHLOW. TV shows, including “True Blood,” “Pretty Little Liars,” “Brotherhood,” and “America’s Funniest Home Videos” have featured his music. He’s written two touring musicals and a cartoon. He lives in Los Angeles with his wife and two children.
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ANNA MONTGOMERY is an international singer and songwriter. With four #1 hits in Europe, she is a sought after electro / dance singer and top line writer. She has released 5 independent records in the US, toured with Grammy winner SHELBY LYNNE, and appeared on Jay Leno’s “Tonight Show,” “David Letterman,” and the “Ellen Show.” She is the recipient of both a Los Angeles Music Award and the annual Los Angeles Women in Music Comet Award, and she can be heard throughout film and television.
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TRACY NEWMAN is a TV writer and producer. She started as a staff writer on “Cheers.” In 1997, she won an Emmy and a Peabody Award for co-writing the ground-breaking “coming out” episode of Ellen. In 2001 she co-created the ABC comedy, “According to Jim.” Tracy has been playing guitar and writing songs since she was 14. Her band is called TRACY NEWMAN & THE REINFORCEMENTS and they are favorites at the venue. Her CDs are “A Place in the Sun” and “I Just See You.” More at www.tracynewman.com. Tix, $15.
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Sat, Jan 12, in Venice:
7-10 pm Monthly "GRASSROOTS ACOUSTICA" benefit showcase concert for charity, this month featuring LISA O'KANE, DAVID SERBY, MARK “POCKET” GOLDBERG, DEBRA DOBKIN, ED TREE, JOHN STOWERS, KAREN TOBIN, SEVERIN BROWNE, and probably more, plus performing host MARK ISLAM, at the Talking Stick, 1411c Lincoln Bl, Venice 92091; www.thetalkingstick.net; 310-450-6052. More at www.grassrootsacoustica.org.
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Sat, Jan 12, in Palmdale:
7 pm “LIVE ACOUSTIC MUSIC” at Butler's Coffee, 40125 10th St West, Suite I, Palmdale 93551; 661-272-9530; www.butlerscoffee.com/music.html.
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Sat, Jan 12, in Highland Park:
7-10 pm "NELA ARTWALK" in North East Los Angeles, specifically, the arts district in Highland Park, happens the 2nd Saturday every month. It's a gallery night that can involve live music. Info, www.nelaart.org.
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Sat, Jan 12, in Santa Barbara Co (Goleta):
7:30 pm THE NATHAN McEUEN BAND plays the “SONGTREE CONCERT SERIES” at Live Oak Unitarian Universalist Church, 820 N Fairview Av, Goleta; 805-403-2639.
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Sat, Jan 12, in Newhall (Santa Clarita):
7:30 pm GRATEFUL DUDES BLUEGRASS residency, sometimes with very impressive guest players, at Vincenzo's Pizza, 24500 Lyons Av, Newhall 91350.
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Sat, Jan 12, in SFV (NoHo):
7:30 pm LOS ANGELES WOMEN IN MUSIC (LAWIM) presents "YOUNG TALENT NIGHT" hosted by songwriter-guitarist LESLIE STODDARD, featuring performances by a select variety of youthful performers, at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; info and live webcast at www.kulakswoodshed.com. (If you cannot attend, you can watch online.) This monthly showcase is part of LAWIM's ongoing commitment to nurture up-and-coming talent and reach out to the community through music.
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Sat, Jan 12, in L.A.:
7:30 pm Monthly “LOS ANGELES MENSA FOLKSONG SING” in L.A.; info and location, contact Alan Stillson, 818-884-4284.
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Sat, Jan 12, at UCLA:
8 pm STEVE EARLE & ALLISON MOORER plus THE LIVING SISTERS play the Center for the Art of Performance (CAP) series in Royce Hall, on the UCLA campus in Westwood; 310-825-2101.
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Married musicians STEVE EARLE and ALLISON MOORER are on a roll. In the last few years, Earle has taken home three Grammys, penned a novel to critical acclaim and appeared in a stunning dramatic arc in the HBO series “Treme.” Allison has recorded eight sublime albums of thoughtful, beautiful country-folk and written a hit for country superstar MIRANDA LAMBERT. As a couple and as musical confidants, they were recently nominated for another Grammy for “Best Country Collaboration with Vocals,” and are not afraid to explore some pretty heavy material. In this stripped-down presentation at UCLA, Earle and Moorer perform at their most vulnerable— just where they want to be.
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Opening the evening is vocal quartet THE LIVING SISTERS, the stellar ensemble of ELENI MANDELL, INARA GEORGE, BECKY STARK and ALEX LILLY, each a mega-accomplished singer-songwriter in her own right. Together, they embark on a joyous exploration of pure harmony, uplifting, clever lyricism, and boundless, ecstatic optimism.
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Congratulations to the GUIDE’s TICKET GIVE-AWAY winners! You can BUY tickets at at 310-825-2101 or at www.cap.ucla.edu.
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Sat, Jan 12, in Santa Monica:
8 pm DAVID LINDLEY, one of the world’s most amazing multi-instrumentalists on all things strings, plays the last of two nights at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. (Also Jan 11.) Tix either night, $22.50.
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Sat, Jan 12, in Hermosa Beach:
SOLD OUT 8 pm 3rd Annual "LAST WALTZ TRIBUTE SHOW" performed live by ANDY & RENEE of the Dylan tribute band HARD RAIN, joined by several guest musicians, at The Lounge (next door to Comedy Magic Club), 1018 Hermosa Av, Hermosa Beach 90254.
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It's a live musical tribute to the great concert film, "The Last Waltz," featuring songs by THE BAND ("The Night They Drove Ole Dixie Down," "The Weight"), BOB DYLAN, VAN MORRISON, NEIL YOUNG, and JONI MITCHELL; performers ANDY & RENEE will be joined by guest musicians to recreate the extraordinary mood and music of this seminal concert film.
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Renee says, "We've performed this show twice before, and if you've missed it, don't make the same mistake twice!" Tix, $15.
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Sat, Jan 12, in SGV (Covina):
8 pm THE SCARLET FURIES play the Fret House, 309 N Citrus, Covina 91723; 626-339-7020.
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Sat, Jan 12, in San Pedro:
8 pm RICHARD SEARS & JOSH NELSON: DUAL PIANO at Alvas Showroom, 1417 W 8th St, San Pedro 90732; 800-403-3447 for reservations and more info.
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Alva's already bills itself as "L.A.’s Premier Listening Room." With no more than two shows a week, that's a rather tall claim. But they are serious presenters. Despite licensing restrictions, they work within the possibilities. Venue provides complimentary coffee, tea, hot cocoa and "Alvas" bottled water. Bring your own food & drinks (take-out food available nearby).
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Sat, Jan 12; Thu-Sat, Jan 10-12, in OC (Costa Mesa):
8 pm PACIFIC SYMPHONY, with Grammy-award winning violinist JAMES EHNES, presents Beethoven’s Violin Concerto, and Rimsky-Korsakov’s “Scheherazade” in Segerstrom Hall, at the Orange County Performing Arts Center, 600 Town Center Dr, Costa Mesa; 714-556-2787; www.ocpac.org.
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PACIFIC SYMPHONY rings in 2013 with a concert featuring two timeless masterpieces, each with skyscraping grandeur, sheer beauty, and energy to match the excitement of the New Year: Beethoven’s Violin Concerto and Rimsky-Korsakov’s “Scheherazade.” Canadian virtuoso JAMES EHNES takes the stage for Beethoven’s crowning achievement, the most frequently performed violin concerto in the repertoire. Described by The Guardian as “effusively lyrical” and “hair-raisingly virtuosic,” the Grammy-award winning violinist reveals the exquisite lyricism of Beethoven’s work. The orchestra, led by Scottish guest conductor GARRY WALKER, tells the story of “1,001 Nights” through the music of Rimsky-Korsakov, once called the “master magician of orchestration,” in his “Scheherazade.” This concert runs three nights, Jan 10-12, in the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall; a preview talk with Alan Chapman begins at 7 pm, so be sure to go early. Tickets: 714-755-5799 or www.PacificSymphony.org.
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Sat, Jan 12, in SFV (West Hills):
8 pm BILL BURNETT, ROBERT MORGAN FISHER, & HEATHER STEWART play full sets for the Acoustic Concert Series at West Valley Music Center, 24424 Vanowen St, West Hills 91307. Important that you make a reservation if you want a seat: 818-992-4142; westvalleymusiccenter.com; or email westvalleymusic@sbcglobal.net. "Extensive refreshments" are included. Tix, $15.
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Sat, Jan 12, in SFV (Burbank):
8 pm “AMERICANA / ALT-COUNTRY / HONKY-TONK” music on two separate stages at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr (next to L.A. Equestrian Center), Burbank; 818-845-2425 or 818-515-4444; www.vivacantina.com. Okay to park free across the street at Pickwick Bowl (free, nearly unlimited parking for Viva patrons). Two stages, one in the Front Room is always no cover, the other, the Riverside Rancho stage, may charge cover. Venue has full bar, serves good Mexican food, all ages.
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Sat, Jan 12, in Arcadia:
8 pm-1 am A “GUEST HEADLINER BLUES BAND,” plus the BOBBY BLUEHOUSE BAND opening, pl;ays the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91006; www.arcadiabluesclub.com; 626-447-9349. Venue serves dinner, has full bar and nightly specials. Cover is usually quite cheap.
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Sat, Jan 12, in SFV (Chatsworth):
8 pm TERRY HANSON plays the first of two nights at the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166. A real, live, fun honky-tonk scene with live music nightly. Preceded by free dance lessons at 7 pm. No cover.
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Sat, Jan 12, 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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Sun, Jan 13, in San Diego:
10 am Weekly “BLUEGRASS BRUNCH” at Urban Solace, 3823 30th St, San Diego 92104; 619-295-6464.
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Sun, Jan 13, in South Pasadena:
11 am-2 pm Weekly “SUNDAY BLUES BRUNCH” with BARRY "BIG B" BRENNER on guitar & vocals at the Firefly Bistro, 1009 El Centro St, South Pasadena; 626-441-2443. “Big B” Brenner performs “The Real Folk Blues.” Features seasonal Brunch menu, mimosas, sangria and Bloody Marys. BIG B sings a mellow compilation of acoustic blues. numbers that's so easy on the ears,but will surely get your toes a tappin' & fingers snappin'! No cover.
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Sun, Jan 13, in San Diego Co. (Poway):
11 am-2 pm Monthly "POWAY HAMMERED DULCIMER & MOUNTAIN DULCIMER GATHERING" welcomes all levels, at Poinsettia Senior Mobile Home Park Clubhouse, 13648 Edgemoor St, Poway 92064. Doors at 10:30 am for tuning and set-up. If you plan to attend, call Patricia Olson, 951-929-8818. Info on this event, https://plus.google.com/102905811520134153764/about?gl=us&hl=en. More at www.scdh.org.
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Sun, Jan 13, in Pasadena:
12:20-3:30 pm Monthly “BLUEGRASS JAM” at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001. 2nd Sunday of the month. Info, David Naiditch, davidnaiditch@charter.net. Free to play or to listen.
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Sun, Jan 13, in Marina del Rey:
1-4 pm “FREE OUTDOOR WEEKEND CONCERT SERIES” features Blues, Jazz, Latin, or Pop at Fisherman’s Village in Marina del Rey (weather permitting). Info and schedules, www.visitmarinadelrey.com/schedule/ongoing-events.
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Sun, Jan 13, in San Pedro:
2-5:30 pm BERNIE PEARL begins his new blues residency at CRAFTED, a new arts venue in the Port of Los Angeles, at 110 E 22nd St, San Pedro 90731; 310-732-1270; www.CRAFTEDportla.com; www.facebook.com/Craftedportla.
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His two gigs here – including one that opened the venue -- went so well that Bernie was offered a monthly residency, second Sunday of each month through April.
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Bernie says of this new venue, "It's a great place to hear some acoustic Blues and to see what dozens of crafters are working on. Food and beverages are available. Parking and admission are free. I perform in the lounge area, where there are tables and chairs, and the live music is piped throughout the building. Take a Sunday drive to the scenic Port of L.A. and hang out for a while. I bet you'll enjoy it." Bernie returns here Feb 10, Mar 10, and Apr 14.
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The Guide adds that you can go in the morning and tour the Battleship Iowa or the Victory ship, both anchored on display in San Pedro, then go for lunch and great live blues music with Bernie at CRAFTED.
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Sun, Jan 13, in downtown L.A.:
4 pm “LE SALON DE MUSIQUES” monthly CHAMBER CONCERT SERIES in the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, 5th Floor, L.A. Music Center, 135 N Grand Av, L.A. (downtown) 90012; 213-972-7211; www.musiccenter.org.
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It’s the fourth in “Le Salon's” series of eight concerts; after this, these run every third Sunday through May 19, 2013.
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Sun, Jan 13, in Long Beach:
5-9 pm Monthly “ZYDECO DANCE” series brings a live Cajun-Zydeco band, dance lessons, and free gumbo, to the Golden Sails, 6285 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach 90803.
Dances are the second Sunday of each month. No partner needed, singles, families, kids, all welcome. Free beginners' dance lesson 4:30-5 pm. Band plays 5-9 pm. Free gumbo (donations appreciated). Tasty food also available in the hotel restaurant (opens at 5 pm). More info, call
Dempsey Pappion, 562-396-1132, or David Sousa, 909-527-0926.
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Sun, Jan 13, in OC (Anaheim):
5-9 pm "OUR TOWN FOR NEW TOWN," a benefit concert for Sandy Hook Elementary School in Connecticut, is, by all appearances, an alt-rock affair, at City National Grove of Anaheim. Tix available only at the venue, in-person.
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Sun, Jan 13, in L.A.:
6 pm Weekly “KOFFEEHOUSE SUNDAY SESSION” featuring performing songwriters playing acoustic, preceded by a jam session (at 6 pm) at The Charleston, 2460 Wilshire Bl, Santa Monica; www.charlestonla.com; 310-828-2115.
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Sun, Jan 13, in Santa Monica:
7 pm ERNEST TROOST, L.A.’s resident expert in the Piedmont Blues genre, wonderfully bluesy singer guitar player, and Emmy-award-winning film and television composer and a recipient of the Kerrville New Folk award for his songwriting, brings talented singer-songwriter NICLOE GORDON as his accompanist to play McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497.

It’s ERNEST TROOST with an all-star band and lovely songstress NICOLE GORDON opening, then joining Ernest, returning to McCabe's.
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ERNEST TROOST has won a coveted top award at the Kerrville Folk Festival in Texas, and Music Emmys for his extensive TV work as composer and arranger. He is, indisputably, L.A.'s resident master of the Piedmont Blues.
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Along with splendid songcraft and deceivingly alluring melodies, ERNEST TROOST writes lyrics that can raise the hair in the back of your neck: “Horrifying images, like coughing pistols and kerosene soaked clothing, create tactile pictures that pull the listener into the song. They are images that stay with you long after the experience of the song, beautiful stuff," says Pat Baker, host of "Tangled Roots" on KCSN.
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The real Ernest is a nice fellow and superb musician. He says, "The enchanting NICOLE GORDON will open the show and then join me for my set. I'm also excited that MARK 'POCKET' GOLDBERG and DEBRA DOBKIN will be adding their magic grooves to the evening. We'll be playing old favorites, new songs, and some surprises, I promise. Everyone always has a great time listening to music, meeting old and new friends, and hanging out at this epicenter of folk cool in Los Angeles. These shows have sold out the last three years, so get your tickets soon."
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Tickets now on sale through the venue, or at www.ernesttroost.com. Don't dawdle.
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Sun, Jan 13, in SGV (Sierra Madre):
7 pm “BENEFIT CONCERT FOR SURVIVORS OF HUMAN TRAFFICKING” with performances by the SURVIVOR GIRL UKULELE BAND, ED TREE, LORIN HART, SEVERIN BROWNE, DALE LADUKE, PHIL PARLAPIANO, BLISS BOWEN, & JOHN O’KENNEDY, musically hosted by BRAD COLERICK in Sierra Madre; details when we have them.
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Sun, Jan 13, in Altadena:
7 pm JANET KLEIN & HER PARLOR BOYS play 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 in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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Venue impresario Bob Stane says, “Gems of musical fun of yesteryear. Been with us for a decade and always sells out. Come and find out why. What a delight they are.”
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Delivering a rich catalog of “Naughty, lovely, and obscure musical gems of the 1910s, ’20s and ’30s performed with uncommon authenticity,” the enchanting Janet Klein and all-star cast of musicians deliver a splendid show. Janet is a “Ukulele Chanteuse” loike the musical flappers you’ve seen in pictures. You hear spirited and inspired renditions of cleverly fun but forgotten Tin Pan Alley, early hot jazz, saucy bits and late ragtime gems, obscure vaudeville and Vitaphone numbers, Hawaiian, Yiddish novelty tunes, French and Italian knock-out ballads. This is a bevy of hot musicians, including Grammy winner IAN WHITCOMB, and players on Hawaiian lapsteel guitar, washboard, violin, upright piano, cornet and more. Ho Do Dee Do! Hotsy Totsy! Tix, $20.
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Sun, Jan 13, in SFV (Chatsworth):
7 pm TERRY HANSON plays the second of two nights the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166. A real, live, fun honky-tonk scene with live music nightly. Go early for their free weekly BBQ at 5 pm and free dance lessons at 6 pm. No cover.
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Sun, Jan 13, in Ventura:
7:30-9:30 pm SALTY SUITES play Zoey's Cafe, 185 E Santa Clara, Ventura 93001; 805-652-0091.
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Sun, Jan 13, in SFV (Burbank):
8 pm “AMERICANA / ALT-COUNTRY / HONKY-TONK” music on two separate stages at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr (next to L.A. Equestrian Center), Burbank; 818-845-2425 or 818-515-4444; www.vivacantina.com. Okay to park free across the street at Pickwick Bowl (free, nearly unlimited parking for Viva patrons). Two stages, one in the Front Room is always no cover, the other, the Riverside Rancho stage, may charge cover. Venue has full bar, serves good Mexican food, all ages.
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Sun, Jan 13, in Santa Monica:
11 pm Weekly “ACOUSTIC CORDIALE” showcase closes-out the weekend, at 14 Below, 1348 14th St, Santa Monica 90404; 310-451-5040.
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Mon, Jan 14, in SFV (Burbank):
7:30 pm THE BROMBIES play their weekly bluegrass residency at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506; 818-515-4444. Venue has good Mexican food, full bar. Park free across the street at Pickwick Bowl. No cover.
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Mon, Jan 14, in Culver City:
7:30 pm “NEW WESTSIDE BLUEGRASS JAM” at Industry Café & Jazz, 6039 Washington Bl, Culver City 90232.
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Mon, Jan 14, in Ventura:
7:30 pm “ACOUSTIC OPEN MIC” at Zoey’s Café, 185 E Santa Clara St, Ventura 93001, Ventura; info, www.zoeyscafe.com; 805-652-1137 or 805-652-0091.
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Mon, Jan 14, in SFV (NoHo):
7:30 pm Weekly “OPEN MIC” at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood 91607; 818-766-9913. Officially, it’s “no cover,” but venue expects a donation. If you can’t go, you may be able to watch online, at www.kulakswoodshed.com.
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Mon, Jan 14, in SFV (Chatsworth):
8 pm weekly “TALENT CONTEST” with CHAD WATSON, who also performs, at the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166. This long-running contest for country / alt country / honky-tonk musicians has great prizes and has opened doors for many of its winners. Plus, the place and this event are always fun, a real, live, fun honky-tonk scene with live music nightly. Preceded by free two step dance lessons for beginners and intermediate levels with Ed at 7 pm. No cover.
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Mon, Jan 14, in SFV (NoHo):
8 pm weekly “IRISH CéILí DANCE & IRISH MUSIC SESSION” at the Celtic Arts Center’s shared location at Theatre Unlimited, 10943 Camarillo St, North Hollywood 91602; 818-760-8322; www.celticartscenter.com.
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Tue, Jan 15, in OC (Huntington Beach):
6:30-9 pm "OC HAMMERED DULCIMERS" meet and share tunes and play for fun in Huntington Beach. Reservations get address and directions from bgershman@socal.rr.com. More at www.scdh.org.
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Tue, Jan 15, in SGV (Arcadia):
7 pm Weekly “SONGWRITER SERENADE” with performing host JC HYKE and a lineup of recording artists / singer-songwriters, all playing acoustic, on the heated patio at Matt Denny's Ale House Restaurant & Bar, 145 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91006.
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Tue, Jan 15, in Signal Hill:
7 pm Weekly “BLUEGRASS SOUP JAM” at Convert-A-Tape, 2420 Gundry Av, Signal Hill 90755.
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Tue, Jan 15, in OC (Laguna Beach):
8-11 pm Weekly “SONGWRITER'S SHOWCASE” with performing host BETH FITCHET WOOD, and a lineup of performing songwriters and some recording artists “with many different musical talents” at the Marine Room, 214 Ocean Av, Laguna Beach.
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Tue, Jan 15, in SFV (Toluca Lake):
8 pm Weekly “TRADITIONAL IRISH MUSIC SESSION” at Timmy Nolan's Tavern & Grill, 10111 Riverside Dr, Toluca Lake 91602; 818-985-3359.
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Tue, Jan 15, in SFV (Chatsworth):
8 pm An AMERICANA / ALT-COUNTRY / HONKY-TONK BAND plays the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166. A real, live, fun honky-tonk scene with live music nightly. Preceded by free dance lessons at 7 pm. No cover.
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Tue, Jan 15, in SFV (Burbank):
8 pm “AMERICANA / ALT-COUNTRY / HONKY-TONK” music on two separate stages at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr (next to L.A. Equestrian Center), Burbank; 818-845-2425 or 818-515-4444; www.vivacantina.com. Okay to park free across the street at Pickwick Bowl (free, nearly unlimited parking for Viva patrons). Two stages, one in the Front Room is always no cover, the other, the Riverside Rancho stage, may charge cover. Venue has full bar, serves good Mexican food, all ages.
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Tue, Jan 15, in Santa Monica:
9 pm KEN O’MALLEY brings his authentic and original Irish music to Finn McCool’s, 2702 Main St, Santa Monica 90405; 310-452-1734.
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Tue, Jan 15, in Santa Monica:
9 pm “LIVE MUSIC NIGHT” at Sonny McLean's Irish Pub, 2615 Wilshire Bl, Santa Monica; 310-449-1811. They boast “40 taps of great beer and cider, a nice wine selection and now a full bar.” Live music every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, and sometimes it’s traditional Irish music. But be careful when you go, because they do Karaoke (aka the death of vocal music) on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays starting about 9 pm. Check their website to see who and what they’re booking, at www.sonnymcleans.com.
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Wed, Jan 16, in Santa Barbara:
5:30 pm Weekly “GLENDESSARY JAM” of players of old-time music at Alice Keck Park (summers) and indoors (winter) on Glendessary Lane, in Santa Barbara.
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Wed, Jan 16, in Paso Robles:
6-8 pm Weekly “OPEN JAM” is mostly bluegrass, some folk, at Matts Music, 617 12th St, Paso Robles. Details, 805-237-0054, or www.mattsmusicinpaso.com.
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Wed, Jan 16, in South Pasadena:
7-9:30 pm Weekly "WINE & SONG CONCERT SERIES" brings performing host BRAD COLERICK and two guest recording artists to the Firefly Bistro, 1009 El Centro St, South Pasadena; 626-441-2443.
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Wed, Jan 16, in Malibu:
8 pm DAILEY & VINCENT play the Pepperdine University Center for the Arts, 24255 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu; 310-506-4522.
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Wed, Jan 16, in Altadena:
8 pm “LIVE ACOUSTIC MUSIC,” probably a national headlining act, 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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Wed, Jan 16, in SFV (Burbank):
8 pm “AMERICANA / ALT-COUNTRY / HONKY-TONK” music on two separate stages at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr (next to L.A. Equestrian Center), Burbank; 818-845-2425 or 818-515-4444; www.vivacantina.com. Okay to park free across the street at Pickwick Bowl (free, nearly unlimited parking for Viva patrons). Two stages, one in the Front Room is always no cover, the other, the Riverside Rancho stage, may charge cover. Venue has full bar, serves good Mexican food, all ages.
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Wed, Jan 16, in SFV (Chatsworth):
8 pm An AMERICANA / ALT-COUNTRY / HONKY-TONK BAND plays the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166. A real, live, fun honky-tonk scene with live music nightly. Preceded by free dance lessons at 7 pm. No cover.
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Wed, Jan 16, in L.A.:
8 pm Weekly “GUITAROLOGY” showcase at Melody Bar & Grill, 9132 S Sepulveda Bl, Los Angeles 90045; 310-670-1994.
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Wed, Jan 16, in SFV (Sherman Oaks):
9 pm Weekly “ACOUSTIC CORDIALE,” the long-running series booked by DONOVAN LYMAN at Café Cordiale, 14015 Ventura Bl, Sherman Oaks 91423; 818-789-1985.
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Thu, Jan 17, in San Luis Obispo:
6-9 pm Monthly “OLD TIME JAM” at Linnaea's on Garden Street in SLO. Third Thursday, every month.
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Thu, Jan 17, in SFV (NoHo):
8-10 pm “AN EVENING OF AMERICANA MUSIC” featuring DENNIS GURWELL & THE DISPUTED TRUTH, with DAVID "REDBOY" SCHILDT, and JOE "CITY" GARCIA at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; info and live webcast at www.kulakswoodshed.com.
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This show, produced by DENNIS GURWELL, will bring him and his band performing songs from his recent CD, “Always.” Dennis covers several genres including country, blues, rockabilly, Cajun-zydeco, and rock and roll.
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DAVID SCHILDT is a Native American singer-songwriter from Montana whose life and experiences as a rodeo rider figure prominently in many of his songs.
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JOE GARCIA is a native of New Mexico with a wide range of songs that encompass his life in New Mexico and the California Desert.
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Kulak’s is a listening room with serve-yourself water, tea, and coffee; no food. Okay to bring a few nibbles of your own. The performances are videotaped, so you could end up in the video.
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Thu, Jan 17, in Altadena:
8 pm SALTY SUITES with special guest BONNY JEAN play 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 in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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Those winderkinds of rootsy acoustic music, THE SALTY SUITES, play and sing their originals and classics in one long set tonight. They are Chuck Hailes, Chelsea Williams and Scott Gates, returning to the scene of the crime to play hard, sing sweet and rock long at the house of Java...
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SCOTT GATES is a musical prodigy on the mandolin and he now plays guitar. Having performed all over the country and with artists as varied as John McEuen, Nathan McEuen, Kenny Loggins, Steve Martin, the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, and a virtual who's who of the bluegrass world, Scott is writing music on his own and bringing many of these tunes to the stage. Scott appeared last year on the Ellen Show with Steve Martin, recorded with Kenny Loggins on his soon-to-be-released family album, was featured on the Cable TV show “Justified” with band mate Chuck, and toured the US with Nathan McEuen.
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Partner in this venture, CHUCK HAILES is one of the top bass players in the country, schooled in classical and jazz bass playing and techniques. Chuck writes his own music and has teamed with Scott to create many new tunes. With his background in bluegrass music, and degree in the Upright Bass, Chuck also sings.
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CHELSEA WILLIAMS is the girl singing in the car and the shower in the national Chevy commercial. She has been writing and performing her own music since she was 13 years old. Chelsea took the stage on her own by the age of 17, performing at clubs and coffee shops. While some of her early songs are still hits with her fans, she has continued to develop as a writer penning nearly 100 original songs to date. Chelsea currently makes her living by playing on the street for tips and selling a home-made demo, having sold thousands of CDs, one-by-one, simply on her own on the street. Her magnetic presence draws them in and her songs set the hook.
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As if that much youth and beauty weren't enough, opening act BONNY JEAN is an accomplished singer-songwriter who has thrilled audiences all over California. Her voice has operatic power and her style is tender, yet elegant and refined for one so young. Turning 21 this year, Bonny already has a diverse musical background. She plays the flute, piccolo, numerous percussion instruments, guitar, double (upright) bass, baritone, and Sousaphone. She has played with Jonathon and Nathan McEuen, Scott Gates, Chelsea Williams, Evan Marshall and many others. Her own compositions have been described in print as “…thoughtful and compelling…”
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Thu, Jan 17, in L.A.:
9 pm VERMOUTH plays the Bootleg Theater-Bar, 2200 Beverly Bl, Los Angeles 90057; www.bootlegtheater.org.
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With intricate harmonies, atmospheric guitars, vibraphone, horns, upright bass and drums as "just the tip-of-the-iceberg when it comes to creating their sound," Los Angeles based-band Vermouth is a bit out of the ordinary.
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Live, Vermouth is a dynamic seven-piece band of multi-instrumentalists whose musicianship is what separates them from so many others. Equal parts exotica, surf, gamelan, sixties pin-up glamour, and b-movie soundtracks, Vermouth, the brainchild of Justine Kragen and Steve McDonald, employs a seasoned bartender’s worth of instrumentation. More at www.vermouthlounge.com.
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This is a CD pre-release show in advance of their debut album, "RetroFuture Pop Exotic" (CD release is Jan 22).
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Like their live performance, we 'spect it will contain music that's both melodic and offbeat. After all, who else can say they were "Influenced by Martin Denny, Henri Mancini and the B-52s"-?
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Thu, Jan 17, in L.A.:
9:30-10:30 pm NOCONA, a Los Angeles-based band rooted in country punk, the blues, and "psych/Mexicali," plays two sets at The One-Eyed Gypsy, 901 E 1st St, downtown L.A. 90012; www.one-eyedgypsy.com.
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Check-out the band, with guitarist ADRIENNE COHEN-ISOM, and their music at
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Fri, Jan 18, in Altadena:
8 pm MARY McCASLIN & RICK SHEA team-up once again to perform “THE SONGS OF JIM RINGER & MARY McCASLIN” 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 in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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MARY McCASLIN and the late JIM RINGER first met in the summer of 1972 at the legendary folk music camp/retreat called “Sweet’s Mill” in the Sierra foothills above Fresno, California. Both were pursuing solo careers and making recordings at the time, but soon began touring the country and performing together – each doing a set then closing their shows with a duet performance. Eventually they recorded the album, “The Bramble & the Rose,” which became a hallmark of folk duet recordings. This album, originally on vinyl, now re-released on CD, contains both traditional and contemporary material and remains very popular today. Mary re-acquaints and introduces younger listeners to selections from “The Bramble & the Rose” – this time with acclaimed L.A.-based singer-songwriter RICK SHEA, an authentic country–folk artist in much the same fashion as Ringer. Shea has toured as a multi-instrumentalist sideman for DAVE ALVIN’s band, THE GUILTY MEN, along with opening the shows and played on Alvin’s Grammy winning recording “Public Domain.” Influenced by country singers Merle Haggard, Buck Owens and Lefty Frizzell, Shea’s recordings have received accolades from publications including the L.A. Weekly, Dirty Linen, and the Acoustic Americana Music Guide.
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Fri, Jan 18, in VC (Camarillo):
8 pm SUSIE GLAZE & THE HILONESOME BAND (www.SusieGlaze.com) and DULCIE TAYLOR (www.DulcieTaylor.com) play a double-bill at the “CAMARILLO CAFÉ CONCERT SERIES,” at Camarillo Community Center, 1605 E Burnley St. (NE corner, Carmen & Burnley), Camarillo. Open mic precedes the featured acts (signups and stage time start at 7:30); info, 805-907-8318, email WhatsHappening@CamarilloCafe.com; website, www.CamarilloCafe.com. Sponsored by Pleasant Valley Recreation & Parks District. Hosted by Gary & Kathy Lynch
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Fri, Jan 18 at 8 pm; Sat & Sun, Jan 19 & 20, at 2 pm, in downtown L.A.
8 pm Dazzling violinist MIDORI presents a world premiere of “CONCERTO” by Peter Eötvös in this richly colorful all-Hungarian program led by the LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC, in the Walt Disney Concert Hall at the L.A. Music Center, 135 N Grand Av, L.A. (downtown) 90012; 213-972-7211; www.musiccenter.org.
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After Friday's concert, you can get in the spirit of Farsang (Hungarian Carnival) by joining festivities that include traditional dancing, costumes and more.
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“Concerto” is, shall we say, a term of contention. The word’s origins include the contrasting elements of competition and combination. Peter Eötvös’ new concerto explores the more common form of the genre, a striving solo virtuoso with/against the orchestra. In Bartók’s famous concerto, however, the virtuosos emerge from within the orchestra to contend and unite in stunning musical games.
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Superstar violinist Midori gives the premiere of a new concerto with one of the most versatile of today’s charismatic young conductors leading a colorful all-Hungarian program.
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Saturday, January 19
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Jan 19, SEMINAR for ARTISTS,
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11am-1 pm Seminar, "TAKE A NEW APPROACH TO YOUR MUSICAL CREATIVITY" presented by creative power coach NARELLE A. SHEEHAN, sponsored by LAWIM (Los Angeles Women in Music), at SAE-LA Institute, Classroom A, 6565 Sunset Bl, Hollywood 90028.
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The presenter says, "Don't let 2013 start in the frustrating way 2012 ended.... take a new approach! Learn how to form and utilize YOUR creative team as a musical entrepreneur. As a creative person, you can not fight it. But, that doesn't mean you can't earn money, be fulfilled with your talents, and remain creative."
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Narelle believes that ALL creative people should be paid their worth for their work, their input, and their creativity. This workshop is for ALL people in the music industry, not just performers. If you attended LAWIM's "BE PAID YOUR CREATIVE WORTH" workshop with Narelle in September, they encourage you to come back for more. Attendance there is not a prerequisite. A journal is recommended for this workshop.
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TWO lucky attendees will win a FREE one-hour Initial Creative Consultation/Evaluation, valued at $350, in a raffle (ticket included with paid reservation).
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Parking is $10 in the on-site garage or in area lots / street meters.
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Admission is $15 for LAWIM Members (current membership verified), $25 general public. $20 students (with valid student photo i.d. at the door).
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Reservations required by 5 pm Friday, Jan 18. Very limited seating. Walk-ups admitted only if space permits.
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Adbance tix / reservations, www.lawim.com. Questions, admin@lawim.com or 213-243-6440.
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Sat, Jan 19, in L.A.; world music:
11 am Free “WORLD CITY AT THE MUSIC CENTER” series presents the YUVAL RON ENSEMBLE in a concert of “mesmerizing music and dance of the Middle East” for the first World City of 2013. We do not cover much world music, AT ALL, but this is a solidly musical, first-rate, and fun-to-hear outfit. Info, www.musiccenter.org/events/worldcity/Yuval-Ron-Ensemble.
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The Yuval Ron Ensemble presents a concert of mesmerizing music and dance of the Middle East. The performers include Arabic, Jewish and Christian artists who come together to unite the sacred musical traditions of Judaism, Sufism (Islamic mystical tradition) and the Christian Armenian Church into a unique musical celebration. Composer, producer and educator Yuval Ron imparts the ancient and deep inter-cultural connection between these three traditions and the musical influences they share. This eclectic program includes songs of Sufi origin from Turkey, Jewish prayers from Morocco, Yemen and Israel and Armenian chants, accompanied by Middle Eastern stringed instruments, such as the pear-shaped oud and the kanoun, a zither with a harp-like sound. A colorful belly-dancer and whirling dervish make this inspiring program a feast for the senses.
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Sat, Jan 19, book signing, in Altadena:
1-2 pm TYRONE FANCE holds a FREE celebration and book-signing for “OFF MY HEAD AND OVER THE FENCE" at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; 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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Playwright, comic and music benefit concert producer Ty Fance says, “Yes. It's done. My book of biographical and ‘memoiresque’ short stories is complete and available for purchase.”
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The book is available at www.lulu.com.an eBook or paperback.
The book is a collection ten short stories about different times of his life. Funny, Funnier and Poignant. Info for this event, 626-354-1994.
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Sat & Sun, Jan 19 & 20, in downtown L.A.
2 pm Dazzling violinist MIDORI presents a world premiere of “CONCERTO” by Peter Eötvös in this richly colorful all-Hungarian program led by the LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC, in the Walt Disney Concert Hall at the L.A. Music Center, 135 N Grand Av, L.A. (downtown) 90012; 213-972-7211; www.musiccenter.org.
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“Concerto” is, shall we say, a term of contention. The word’s origins include the contrasting elements of competition and combination. Peter Eötvös’ new concerto explores the more common form of the genre, a striving solo virtuoso with/against the orchestra. In Bartók’s famous concerto, however, the virtuosos emerge from within the orchestra to contend and unite in stunning musical games.
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Superstar violinist Midori gives the premiere of a new concerto with one of the most versatile of today’s charismatic young conductors leading a colorful all-Hungarian program.
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Sat, Jan 19, in Culver City; WORKSHOP for ARTISTS:
4 pm “BANJO WORKSHOP” with BILL EVANS, one of the instrument’s great players, at Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City; Bill does a concert here tonight at 8 pm, as well. Call the venue for info on either or both: 310-398-2583.
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Sat, Jan 19, in Altadena:
7 pm MOOONSHINE plays 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 in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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MOOONSHINE is seven people, four songwriters, a bunch of instruments, and a ton of laughter and fun. They have had combined experience playing with known musicians, including the Righteous Brothers, Bill Medley, the Turtles, the Association, the Woodbys, Harriet Schock, and a host of others.
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The band just released their debut album, "Bring Some Friends." The common trait in all of the songwriters' songs (Stan DeWitt, Nathan Conn, Shar Higa, and Joe Lamanno) is a sense of humor and whimsy, even when the songs edge into the poignant. The four are joined by Anna Ford (violin), Claudia Fitzpatrick (cello) and Darrell Barrett (percussion.)
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Stan DeWitt and Joe Lamanno met in the early '90s and played together in a popular folk trio called the Woodbys. After that, the two continued working together on Stan's solo records, "Long Day's Journey" (which garnered a Top 10 DIY nod from Performing Songwriter magazine in 2002), "Reaching Back," "Bend," and "Musical Moonshine."
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Along the way, they were joined by Shar Higa (vocals), Anna Ford (violin), Claudia Fitzpatrick (cello), and Darrell Barrett (drums, percussion).
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With the addition of songwriter Nathan Conn in 2011, and the emergence of songwriting prowess from Shar and her songwriting partner Robyn Javier, it was clear that this was now a group effort, and Moonshine was christened. What began as a group of musicians who played together simply for the joy of it had become a musical group that played together for the joy of it.
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A successful Kickstarter campaign in May, 2012, enabled the group to record their debut album, "Bring Some Friends." The common trait with all five songwriters is their sense of humor and whimsy, even when the songs edge into the poignant.
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Here are some examples:
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"Jackson City" finds a young man heading out to a mythical city where "all the girls are pretty and all the cars are fast."
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"Afterword" laments the closing of a bookstore and opines "Lord, give me a sign, won't you tell me that the bookstores in heaven never close."
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"You Wanted to Be" tells the story of a man who sets off for adventure only to come back home and find that what he wanted was there all along. Bob Stane adds, "So sit back and enjoy Moonshine, and by all means, bring some friends!" Tix, $15.
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Sat, Jan 19, in OC (Anaheim):
7:30 pm MARY McCASLIN & RICK SHEA team-up once again to perform “THE SONGS OF JIM RINGER & MARY McCASLIN” at “THE LIVING TRADITION” concert series at Anaheim Downtown Community Center, 250 E Center St, Anaheim; 714-955-3807; concerts@thelivingtradition.org
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MARY McCASLIN and the late JIM RINGER first met in the summer of 1972 at the legendary folk music camp/retreat called “Sweet’s Mill” in the Sierra foothills above Fresno, California. Both were pursuing solo careers and making recordings at the time, but soon began touring the country and performing together – each doing a set then closing their shows with a duet performance. Eventually they recorded the album, “The Bramble & the Rose,” which became a hallmark of folk duet recordings. This album, originally on vinyl, now re-released on CD, contains both traditional and contemporary material and remains very popular today. Mary re-acquaints and introduces younger listeners to selections from “The Bramble & the Rose” – this time with acclaimed L.A.-based singer-songwriter RICK SHEA, an authentic country–folk artist in much the same fashion as Ringer. Shea has toured as a multi-instrumentalist sideman for DAVE ALVIN’s band, THE GUILTY MEN, along with opening the shows and played on Alvin’s Grammy winning recording “Public Domain.” Influenced by country singers Merle Haggard, Buck Owens and Lefty Frizzell, Shea’s recordings have received accolades from publications including the L.A. Weekly, Dirty Linen, and the Acoustic Americana Music Guide.
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More at www.marymccaslin.com and www.rickshea.net.
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Sat, Jan 19, in Claremont:
7:30 pm “SONGMAKERS VARIETY EVENING” with JEAN PICKARD & DON TRUBY, HARMONISTAS, and MERLIN SNIDER, at the “GELENCSER HOUSE CONCERT” series in Claremont. Reservations get directions at 909-596-1266.
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Sat, Jan 19, in Claremont:
7:30 pm “SONGMAKERS VARIETY EVENING” with JEAN PICKARD & DON TRUBY, HARMONISTAS, and MERLIN SNIDER, at the “GELENCSER HOUSE CONCERT” series in Claremont. Reservations get directions at 909-596-1266.
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Sat, Jan 19, in Culver City:
8 pm “THE BANJO IN AMERICA” is a show by one of the instrument’s great players, BILL EVANS, at Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City; Bill does a workshop earlier, at 4 pm; call the venue for info: 310-398-2583.
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Sat, Jan 19, in Pasadena:
8 pm SEVERIN BROWNE and JAMES HURLEY play a stellar double bill of performing-songwriter talent at the “CALTECH FOLK MUSIC SERIES” in Beckman Institute Auditorium (aka “Little Beckman”) 322 S Michigan Av, Pasadena; 626-395-4652, or toll-free 888-2CALTECH (1-888-222-5832);.www.folkmusic.caltech.edu. Park free in either lot at the end of Michigan Av, south off Del Mar.
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These two fine singer-songwriters have each toured nationally and globally and performed throughout their home turf of Southern California for some time. Each has built their own following of devoted fans, and series producers tell the Guide, “Our hope is to bring them some new ears, along with current fans. We're excited to be able to present them together in one show, and the rumor is that they will do a few songs together!”
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SEVERIN BROWNE comes from a musical family, including his father, CLYDE JACK BROWNE, a jazz composer and musician, and his very famous brother, JACKSON BROWNE. Severin's first big break was signing with Motown Records back in the 1970s, where he became a house songwriter (the label’s first white songwriter) and he recorded his first two albums there. Since leaving that environment, he has chosen a low-profile career by playing in smaller venues locally and putting out occasional recordings of original songs. He is a very popular teacher at “SummerSongs,” an annual mecca for budding songwriters who want to learn from the best. (It’s held in Cambria, along the Central California Coast.)
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Get a sample of Severin doing the title song from his latest CD, “Lucky Man,” at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N_QnB0TEbZw.
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As series producers Rx and Nick observe, “Severin’s songwriting is always clever, and he manages to combine deep wisdom and brilliant insight, humorous and involving music, and often intricate and complex rhythms and chord changes. He is a very engaging, down-to-earth performer who you will enjoy spending time with.” That’s true live and on live radio, where the Guide’s editor has hosted him multiple times. More at www.severinbrowne.com.
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JAMES HURLEY “is truly in a class by himself, not so much thinking outside the box as refusing to admit its existence,” note Rex and Nick. James’ “clever lyrics and precise diction and delivery are so engaging that it’s possible to lose sight of his elaborate, sparkling guitar work until he gets to the solo and blows you away.” The Guide concurs, having hosted live performances with him on radio, as well.
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The Caltech guys have him nailed: “Award-winning and internationally touring performing songwriter JAMES HURLEY projects the charm, ease and friendly confidence of a seasoned performer in his natural element. His smooth, passionate voice and masterful, tasty guitar playing lead the listener through a colorful and diverse catalog of original material that reflects influences from swing-era jazz and blues, the rock and pop of the British invasion, the current ‘acoustic renaissance’ and the whimsical imagery of Saturday morning cartoons. This is a performer that follows his own muse and invites the listener to come along for a delightful ride.”
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He’s also the only artist we know who sings a jingle to get you to remember his website.
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Sample a bit o’ James Hurleys performing his song, “Whisper,” at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pLF8-FKERzc. More at www.jameshurleymusic.com.
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Tix are $15 for adults, $5 for Caltech students and children. This show will sell-out, so don’t delay. The Caltech Ticket Office is at 332 South Michigan Avenue and is generally open noon to 5 pm, Monday-Friday. Order by phone at 626-395-4652. (There is a single service charge for each phone order, regardless the number of tickets, so buy tickets for multiple shows. Any remaining tickets are available at the door on the night of the show.
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Sat, Jan 19, in OC (Newport Beach):
8-10:30 pm DULCIMANIA plays their six-times-a-year gig (3rd Saturday, every other month) at
Alta Coffeehouse, , 506 31st St, Newport Beach. Band is Norm Jacobson and Barbara Gershman, both on hammered dulcimer, & Brad Moore on everything else. Band says the coffee and food are great. Info, Norm Jacobson, dulcimaniaband@gmail.com.
More at www.scdh.org. No cover.
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Sunday, January 20
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Sun, Jan 20, in downtown L.A.
2 pm Dazzling violinist MIDORI presents a world premiere of “CONCERTO” by Peter Eötvös in this richly colorful all-Hungarian program led by the LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC, in the Walt Disney Concert Hall at the L.A. Music Center, 135 N Grand Av, L.A. (downtown) 90012; 213-972-7211; www.musiccenter.org.
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“Concerto” is, shall we say, a term of contention. The word’s origins include the contrasting elements of competition and combination. Peter Eötvös’ new concerto explores the more common form of the genre, a striving solo virtuoso with/against the orchestra. In Bartók’s famous concerto, however, the virtuosos emerge from within the orchestra to contend and unite in stunning musical games.
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Superstar violinist Midori gives the premiere of a new concerto with one of the most versatile of today’s charismatic young conductors leading a colorful all-Hungarian program.
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Sun, Jan 20, in OC (Costa Mesa):
3 pm "CAFE LUDWIG" brings music in a coffeehouse setting for rich, bright and highly expressive chamber works by the masters, showcasing PACIFIC SYMPHONY'S woodwind musicians in the intimate Samueli Theater (located next to the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall), Orange County Performing Arts Center, 600 Town Center Dr, Costa Mesa; 714-556-2787; www.ocpac.org..
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"Woodwind Magic" is this aptly titled concert in the "Café Ludwig" chamber series. Charming piano sensation and host ORLI SHAHAM leads principal Symphony musicians in works ranging from the 18th to 20th centuries.
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The Acoustic Americana Music Guide loves to celebrate what we call "accessible classical" music. "Café Ludwig" is certainly that, an intimate hall where each instrument can be heard individually and an environment where patrons enjoy coffee, tea and desserts in a coffeehouse setting.
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Info and tix, www.PacificSymphony.org; 714-755-5799. Tix, $60 & $75.
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Sun, Jan 20, in Burbank:
5-9 pm Monthly "JONNY WHITESIDE'S MESSAROUND" at Viva Cantina, 900 W Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506; www.vivacantina.com.
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This month features brilliant British rocker-historian-author-broadcaster IAN WHITCOMB. In the Americana world, we know him as a ukulele player and singing encyclopedia of charming early twentieth century tunes. But Ian has quite a history. As Jonny relates, “From his late-1950s U.K. skiffle band start to 1965's wildly over-stimulated Top 10 U.S. hit ‘You Turn Me On’ to the 1972 publication of his seminal pop history ‘After the Ball,’ Whitcomb has charged, head-on, through the groaning buffet tables of American culture with an insatiable appetite. Whitcomb's own firsthand experiences --touring with the ROLLING STONES and THE KINKS, working with everyone from MAE WEST and SAM THE SHAM to, yes, BUGS BUNNY -- qualify in themselves as the adventure of lifetime and this appearance, a rare all-rock & roll set from this masterly entertainer, is certain to drastically dazzle your razzle.”
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Of course, it’s the MESSAROUND, and they’re celebrating JONNY WHITESIDE'S Birthday, so there are way too many people performing, including “turned on teen idols” (of another era) IAN WHITCOMB & JIMMY ANGEL, and PSYCH-PUNK GEEZERS BLOODY BRAINS, HOT GARAGE JUVEYS THE NEUMANS, WIG-FLIPPING WILD-O TROY WALKER, PLUS CODY BRYANT, PAUL MARSHALL, and surely even more.
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Jonny is quite a character. He’ll tell you about videos that show a "Baby Reptilian Alien Found in the Farms of Mexico." (It's at http://banoosh.com/2013/01/09/baby-reptilian-alien-found-in-the-farms-of-mexico-dna-tests-2/#.UO20Mr79oc8.facebook, if you're interested.)
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This monthly happening always features first-rate players, and plenty of ''em, backed by an all-star ensemble performing as the MESSAROUND BAND. We got word that PAUL MARSHALL (I SEE HAWKS IN L.A.) who plays with this house band, will also perform with CODY BRYANT (RIDERS OF THE PURPLE SAGE) and with TROY WALKER at 5 pm. Paul is enthusiastic about his part here each month, saying, "It's always an adventure!"
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All ages, admission is FREE, free parking across the street at Pickwick Bowl.
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Sun, Jan 20, in Santa Monica:
7 pm “Outsider Folkie” MICHAEL HURLEY plays McCabes, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497.
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Sun, Jan 20, in Altadena:
7 pm ROCKYNECK BLUEGRASS BAND with special opening act, THE LEARNING CENTER, plays 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 in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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Starting with traditional bluegrass songs and delving into contemporary artist such as John Prine and Neil Young for their song choices, ROCKYNECK BLUEGRASS BAND engages the audience with musicianship and on-the-fly improvisation. Formed in 2009, they took 1st place at Topanga Banjo Fiddle contest in the band division and since then have made a name for themselves in the California bluegrass scene. In January 2012, they won a competition through CBA to earn a performance slot in the Grass Valley Fathers Day Festival in Northern California. You can see them performing on the national TV show “My Fair Wedding” in two separate episodes. This quartet brings three-part harmony singing, instrumental originals and classic fiddle tunes, and an exciting night of music and fun to the stage. The entire group is comprised of award-winning players, including Devitt Feeley, Craig Ferguson, Lydia Veilleux, Brian Netzly. More at www.Rockyneckbluegrass.com.
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THE LEARNING CENTER, the two-man act of JORDAN GOLDING and LEO LIEBESKIND, was just founded in September, 2012. These guys are two sophomores at Oberlin College in Ohio. Both are prolific songwriters, soulful singers, and gifted blues-rock guitarists.
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The duo usually plays with two acoustic guitars and sometimes harmonica. Golding and Liebeskind often split lead and backup vocals and lead and rhythm guitar during their performance. Golding has played numerous shows around his hometown of Louisville, as well as shows in Nashville, Atlanta, and Oberlin. He has recorded three albums of original material and has dabbled in genres ranging from folk to ska to metal. Liebeskind has played a great number of shows around his hometown area of New York, and in 2010,he joined Pete Seeger on stage at a benefit concert in Dobbs Ferry, NY. He has also recorded three albums of original material and is currently working with the Booga Basement production team on recording new music.
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Tix, $15.
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Sun, Jan 20, world-music-meets-Americana, in L.A.:
7 pm VINICIUS CANTUÁRIA and BILL FRISELL in the Los Angeles premiere of “Lágrimas Mexicanas,” at the Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N Sepulveda Bl, L.A. 90049; 310-440-4500; www.skirball.org.
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Brazilian singer-composer-guitarist Vinicius Cantuária and prolific master guitarist Bill Frisell make a rare appearance together to perform a collection of songs penned by Cantuária and brilliantly arranged by Frisell.
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The duo's poetic lyrics and moving Latin and Brazilian rhythms were inspired by Cantuária’s love of New York City’s diverse cultural landscape. Don’t miss this soulful and moving musical encounter between two iconic artists.
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“Frisell's Americana twang and echoing feedback mixed with twilit Bossa Nova is irresistible.”—Chris Barton, Los Angeles Times.
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Presented as part of the Skirball’s new concert series, “Journeys and Encounters,” presenting surprising collaborations between musicians of diverse genres. Tix, $35 general; $30 mbrs; $25 full-time students.
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Tuesday, January 22
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Tue, Jan 22, in Downey:
5:30-8:45 pm Monthly "DOWNEY COMMUNITY FOLK MUSIC JAM" led by Bea & Jim Romano at Barbara J. Riley Senior & Community Center, 7810 Quill Dr, Downey 90242. Bring your acoustic instruments (dulcimers encouraged) and your voice and join in, all levels welcome. Info, 562-861-7049 or www.celticana.net. More at www.scdh.org. Free event.
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Tue, Jan 22, in Ventura:
6-9:30 pm Twice-monthly “VENTURA BLUEGRASS JAM” at Zoey’s Café, 185 E Santa Clara St, Ventura. Hosts are GENE RUBIN, PHIL SALAZAR, and NINA WEISMAN. Jam co-host GENE RUBIN says, “Now in our eighth successful year, come and join us at Zoey’s Café. Great food and drink, lots of friends, tons of fun! We typically have between 30 and 50 bluegrass musicians of all skill levels. There is plenty of space for up to three jam circles. Texas swing and Gypsy Jazz also welcome. Our bluegrass jams are every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month. We are looking forward to seeing you there!” More at http://home.earthlink.net/~generubinaudio. Info, contact Gene Rubin, generubinaudio@earthlink.net.
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Tue, Jan 22 in Malibu:
8 pm MARC COHN, Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter, plus REBECCA PIDGEON, at the Smothers Theatre at Pepperdine University 24255 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu.
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MARC COHN combines the precision of a brilliant tunesmith with the passion of a great soul-man. He is a natural storyteller, balancing the exuberant with the poignant, and he is able to distill universal truth out of his often romantic, drawn-from-life tales.
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Cohn's career took off in 1990 with the recording of his critically acclaimed, self-titled debut disc, which yielded such classics in their own right as "Walking in Memphis," "Silver Thunderbird," and "True Companion." He won the Grammy Award for Best New Artist in 1992.
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Cohn's 2010 recording, "Listening Booth: 1970," represents a continuation of a creative resurgence brought on by one of the strangest and scariest events of his life. In 2005, while driving back to his hotel with his band and tour manager after a show in Denver, Cohn was shot in the head by a would-be carjacker. Although the bullet had to be removed from his left temple, it miraculously missed penetrating his skull by a centimeter, causing no physical damage and allowing him to be released from the hospital the next day.
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After working through a bout of post-traumatic stress syndrome, Cohn has been busier than ever. Ending a nearly 10-year absence from the studio, he released one of his most critically acclaimed records, "Join the Parade," in 2007 and followed it with well over 150 shows across the country.
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Listening Booth: 1970 brought Cohn back to where he began -- writing songs like "Walking in Memphis" that spoke so eloquently about the transformative, healing power of music. Like that hit single, “Listening Booth: 1970” is really the soundtrack to his life.
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He reflects, "It seemed like such a natural progression for me to do a record like this because, if you've been following my records from my first single, I have been paying tribute to musicians through my writing all along; from Al Green to Elvis to Levon Helm to Charlie Christian, it's really been a touchstone for me. Now I'm just repaying a debt of gratitude to the artists who've changed my life and taught me how to do what I do."
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Singer-songwriter-actress REBECCA PIDGEON plays an opening set. Rebecca Pidgeon's roots are in folk-pop. She was the lead singer of the British band RUBY BLUE from 1986 to 1990. She has been branching-out steadily since releasing her first solo album, "The Raven," in 1994. Her third album, "The Four Marys," was a nod to her Celtic-influenced childhood in Scotland.
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In her latest album (her sixth), "Slingshot," Pidgeon moves easily between jazz, folk, country, and rock as she explores themes of love and yearning with unflinching honesty. Her current single, "I Loved No One," has received supportive airplay and critical acclaim.
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Married to Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright David Mamet, Pidgeon will be featured alongside Al Pacino and Helen Mirren in the upcoming HBO biopic on Phil Spector.
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Limited tix, priced at $40, $30, or $20 for the public and $10 for full-time Pepperdine students, are available now at 310-506-4522. Tickets are also available through Ticketmaster, with their outrageous handling charge, at 800-982-2787. More info at http://arts.pepperdine.edu/ or http://marccohn.net/
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Tue, Jan 22, in Hollywood:
8-10 pm “THE CARNY: EAST” plays Sabor Y Cultura, 5625 Hollywood Bl, Hollywood. Somethin’ different. One of two local shows by THE CARNY -- one “EAST,” one “WEST.” Info, www.theNeweryork.com/carnival or www.meetup.com/theNewerYork.
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Wednesday, January 23
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Wed, Jan 23, in Altadena:
3 pm WHEN PIGS FLY! play the Altadena Farmers Market, 600 Palm St, Altadena 91001. Info, www.facebook.com/AltadenaFarmersMarket. More at www.scdh.org.
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Wed, Jan 23, in Santa Barbara:
5:30 pm Weekly “GLENDESSARY JAM” of players of old-time music at Alice Keck Park (summers) and indoors (winter) on Glendessary Lane, in Santa Barbara.
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Wed, Jan 23, in the desert (Lancaster):
Time tba Twice-monthly “LANCASTER UKULELE CLUB” meets and jams at Nick's Pizzaria, 43755 15th St West (between Ave K & Ave J8), Lancaster. Happens 2nd & 4th Wednesday, every month. Info, John Birsner, 661-949-7717 or jbirsner@aol.com.
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Wed. Jan 23, INSTRUCTION SERIES for ARTISTS,
in Culver City:
7 & 8 pm BERNIE PEARL conducts "How to Jam the Blues," in two different workshops at Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City; 310-398-2583; www.boulevardmusic.com.
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Acoustic instruments workshop at 7 pm.
Amplified instruments workshop at 8 pm.
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All instruments and playing levels welcome. Try the first session with no obligation. Eight sessions are $100.
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Wed, Jan 23, in Lompoc:
7-9 pm Twice-monthly “WEDNESDAY EVENING BLUEGRASS JAM” at Southside Coffee Co, 105 S "H" St, Lompoc. Info, call Bill, 805-736-8241. It’s the 2nd and 4th Wednesday, every month.
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Thursday, January 24
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Thu-Sun, Jan 24-27, in OC (Anaheim):
THE 2013 “NAMM SHOW” features four solid days of live music and events to keep the fun in the business of music in all of the Anaheim Convention Center complex and surrounding hotel convention and meeting facilities. In addition to a staggering number of product display booths (some works of art in themselves) and the many celebrity guest appearances, artist signings and performances that NAMM members host, NAMM itself has scheduled 10 stages with 150 live music acts, award shows, teen band competitions, hands-on music making and more. The show itself requires badges and matching i.d. for entry. But, the artists who attend will be performing all over town in formal and impromptu venues. If you are attending NAMM, it’s easier to get the inside scoop on all that. But if you are a music fan with no industry connection / no badge, you’ll still be able to find free performances by endorsed artists in hotel lobbies and gigs for the usual cover charges in venues throughout Southern Cal. There are plenty of reasons to celebrate the NAMM show.
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Thu, Jan 24, in Redondo Beach:
7-9 pm ANDY & RENEE of the Dylan tribute band HARD RAIN play a "Fundraiser for Measure A: No New Power Plant," at On The Rocks, 239 N Harbor Dr. Redondo Beach 90277; 310-379-7438.
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Thu, Jan 24, in L.A.:
7:30 pm MONTREAL GUITAR TRIO and CALIFORNIA GUITAR TRIO play 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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To call this a “jam” doesn’t do it justice. “Collaboration” comes up short. Even “supergroup” seems not to be sufficiently superlative.
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When the California Guitar Trio and the Montréal Guitare Trio join forces, it’s an experience that can only be called “a six-by-6 string phenomensemble," says the venue.
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In a pleasantly surprising way, CGT's steel-stringed guitars blend naturally with MG3's nylon-stringed guitars, as each trio's fret boards chase the others' original compositions, along with new arrangements of progressive rock, world, jazz and classical music. You can buy your tickets online.
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Thu, Jan 24, at USC:
7:30 pm "An Evening with TRIMPIN, Sound Artist," at Alfred Newman Recital Hall, on the USC campus in University Park, L.A.
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He is a specialist in interfacing computers with traditional acoustic instruments. He has developed innovative methods for playing trombones, cymbals and pianos with computers.
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Trimpin, an internationally acclaimed artist, kinetic sculptor, sound artist, musician, engineer, inventor, composer and MacArthur Genius Grant recipient, is acclaimed as "one of the most stimulating forces in music today."
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An evening with Trimpin will explore his work and the world of sound art with a lecture, performance and excerpt from the film "Trimpin: The Sound of Invention." Trimpin has worked in theatre with Samuel Beckett, directed the San Quentin Drama Workshop and co-chaired the electronic music department of the Sweelinck Conservatory in Amsterdam.
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Event organized by Karen Koblitz (USC Fine Arts) and Veronika Krausas (USC Music). Co-sponsored by the USC Thornton School of Music, the USC Roski School of Fine Arts and Classical KUSC 91.5 FM.
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Admission is free and open to everyone. Book signing and reception follows. More info, www.usc.edu/visionsandvoices.
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Thu, Jan 24, in Altadena:
8 pm BIG WIDE ROOM, the splendid trio of MARK DAVIS, BRETT PERKINS & DAVID ZINK (formerly the EDITED trio) doing the California portion of their “Infinite Distance” tour for the release of their full-length CD, plays a house concert at the home of Edward & Sharon Beckett in Altadena 91001. Reservations get directions at 626-791-7953 or sharonbbi@hotmail.com.
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With the new CD, their annual California tour has something special to celebrate this time around, on a 9-day, 13-gig, 2,000-mile circuit of the Golden State. Miss ’em on one of their January gigs and you’ll have to wait to see ’em next in Europe. More, including the new “Infinite Distance” CD, is available at www.bigwideroom.com/music.html.
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Doors at 7:30 pm. Bring light fare to share in the potluck. $15 donation per person.
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Thu, Jan 24, in San Diego:
Time tba JAMES LEE STANLEY does a solo acoustic show at the Folkey Monkey, San Diego. Info, www.jamesleestanley.com.
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Thu, Jan 24, in Bakersfield:
Time tba JOHN McCUTCHEON plays Club Odyssey in Bakersfield; 661-831-3100. This show, another in Ojai, and one in Encinitas (San Diego) are as close as his current tour will get to L.A.
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Friday, January 25
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Fri, Jan 25, Free FESTIVAL SEMINAR, at USC:
12:30-9:30 pm "MUSIC FESTIVALS: CREATING NEW COMMUNITIES FOR A NEW GENERATION" in Norris Cinema Theatre and Frank Sinatra Hall, on the USC campus in University Park, L.A.
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Each generation creates venues where music can be shared. Recent festivals such as Coachella, Outside Lands, Lollapalooza, Bonnaroo and South By Southwest have drawn hundreds of thousands to listen to cutting-edge bands.
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What do these communal spaces mean in the age of social media? What do these events say about youth culture today? Can music mobilize a culture?
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USC professor JOSH KUN will moderate a keynote panel exploring the music-festival phenomenon with DJ and KCRW music director JASON BENTLEY, Do LaB co-founder DEDE FLEMMING, Insomniac COO SIMON RUST LAMB, and music critic ANN POWERS.
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Screenings of the documentaries "Monterey Pop," "Wattstax," and "Electric Daisy Carnival Experience" will illuminate the power and impact of music festivals today and historically.
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Organized by the Los Angeles Institute for the Humanities, USC Libraries and the USC School of Cinematic Arts.
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Admission is free and open to everyone. Advance registration, more info and complete schedule of events are available at www.usc.edu/visionsandvoices.
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Fri, Jan 25, at NAMM, and LIVE on the web:
2 pm The “SUPPORT MUSIC COALITION” celebrates a decade of advocacy live, at and from the NAMM Show at the Anaheim Convention Center and surrounding hotel facilities. The Coalition’s founding members will kick-off the next decade of NAMM efforts to keep music education strong, inside the NAMM Foundation Lounge at the Anaheim Hilton’s California Ballroom.
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Earlier in the day, NAMM attendees can join the “Recreational Music Making” session titled “Serving New Customers” in the NAMM Foundation Lounge from 8:30 to 10 am for breakfast and a discussion on how community and recreational music making can grow a customer base. NAMM Members and industry professionals share ways to increase participation in store activities, create new customers, connect with the local community and find the resources to make it happen.
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NAMM Show Registration is now open for qualified members of the music instrument, product and pro-light and sound industries. Exhibit spaceis still available for the 2013 event. Learn more about the 2013 NAMM Show at http://www.namm.org/thenammshow/2013.
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Fri, Jan 25, in SGV (San Dimas):
7-9 pm DANIELLE HEBERT, the splendid bi-lingual French Canadian songstress-guitarist, with artful percussionist FORREST ROBINSON, plays San Dimas Coffee Klatch, 806 W Arrow Hwy, San Dimas.
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Fri, Jan 25, in Ojai:
Time tba JOHN McCUTCHEON plays Matilija Auditorium, Matilija Jr High School, 703 El Paseo Rd, Ojai. (“Performances to Grow On” venue; www.ptgo.org; 805-646-8907.). This show, another in Bakersfield, and one in Encinitas (San Diego) are as close as his current tour will get to L.A.
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Fri, Jan 25, on the Central Coast (San Luis Obispo):
7:30 pm HISTORY OF PAINTERS plus THE McCOY TYLER BAND at the intimate, 50-seat Steynberg Gallery in San Luis Obispo. Details at www.steynberggallery.com.
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HISTORY OF PAINTERS were mighty impressive when they played the 2012 “LIVE OAK MUSIC FESTIVAL.”
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THE McCOY TYLER BAND is a folk group from Northern California; check them out at http://mccoytylerband.bandcamp.com.
The Painters, noting the small capacity, say, “Make sure to get there early for a lovely evening of music.” Tix, $8 at the door.
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Fri, Jan 25, in SFV (Northridge):
8 pm The CLAIRE LYNCH BAND brings their award-winning bluegrass to the Mission Theatre at Rancho Cordillera del Norte, 9015 Wilbur Av, Northridge 91324 . Sponsored by the “BLUEGRASS ASSOCIATION OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA” (BASC).
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“One of my favorite singers in all acoustic, country and bluegrass music, she is a jewel.” ~ Mary Chapin Carpenter.
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Tickets, $25, available at www.socalbluegrass.org, at all BASC events prior to this one, or by mail at BASC-mail order, c/o Ben Weinberg, 16799 Schoenborn St, North Hills, CA 91343.
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Fri, Jan 25, in Whittier:
8 pm MURIEL ANDERSON with TIERRA NEGRA, STANLEY JORDAN, and BETH & DANNY GOTTLIEB, at Ruth B. Shannon Center for the Performing Arts at Whittier College, 6760 Painter Av, Whittier 90601.
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Muriel is a global legend on the guitar. She’s in town for her role at the annual NAMM Show at the Anaheim Convention Center. Take advantage of a chance to see her perform with her hand-picked musical wizard guests.
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Fri, Jan 25, in Altadena:
8 pm “AN EVENING IN THE ROUND WITH THE LADIES OF CELT &COUNTRY” featuring ANITA MANSFIELD, KRIS COLT, DEANNA D'AMICO, and MAUREENA DANICUR is Irish & Celtic roots music by respected players with plenty of festival experience under their belts, for two sets with a short intermission, at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena. Reservations (10 am-10 pm) 626-798-6236. Okay to bring your own wine for this show. Tix, $15.
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Fri & Sat, Jan 25 & 26, in Santa Monica:
8 pm AL STEWART plays two nights at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, either night, $24.50.
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Fri, Jan 25, in OC (Orange):
8 pm BIG WIDE ROOM, the splendid trio of MARK DAVIS, BRETT PERKINS & DAVID ZINK (formerly the EDITED trio) doing the California portion of their “Infinite Distance” tour for the release of their full-length CD, plays The Bitemarket, 162-B N Glassell St, Orange 92866. Reservations, matt@bitemark.com or 714-920-0119.
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With the new CD, their annual California tour has something special to celebrate this time around, on a 9-day, 13-gig, 2,000-mile circuit of the Golden State. Miss ’em on one of their January gigs and you’ll have to wait to see ’em next in Europe. More, including the new “Infinite Distance” CD, is available at www.bigwideroom.com/music.html.
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Doors open at 7:30 pm. Come early to try some tasty treats. $15 donation per person.
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Fri, Jan 25, in SFV (Studio City):
8 pm Monthly "AMERICANA MUSIC CIRCLE" moves to a new venue for 2013, with performances by BRAD COLERICK, a second act tba, and musical hosts, the LAUREN ADAMS BAND, at Mare'ka Organic Watering Hole, 12747 Ventura Bl, Studio City 91604. A fine and fun long-running series. Free admission.
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Sat, Jan 26, in Tujunga:
2 pm BIG WIDE ROOM, the splendid trio of MARK DAVIS, BRETT PERKINS & DAVID ZINK (formerly the EDITED trio) doing the California portion of their “Infinite Distance” tour for the release of their full-length CD, plays a house concert at the home of Todd & Jo Ann Banks in Tujunga 91042. Reservations get directions at 818-951-8268 or todd@toddbanks.com.
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With the new CD, their annual California tour has something special to celebrate this time around, on a 9-day, 13-gig, 2,000-mile circuit of the Golden State. Miss ’em on one of their January gigs and you’ll have to wait to see ’em next in Europe. More, including the new “Infinite Distance” CD, is available at www.bigwideroom.com/music.html.
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Doors at 1:30 pm. Bring an hors d'oeuvres or light dessert to share. $15 donation per person.
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Sat, Jan 26, in OC (Anaheim):
5-7 pm Monthly "THE LIVING TRADITION OPEN JAM" welcomes all acoustic instruments (no amplifiers) at the Anaheim Community Ctr, 250 E Center St, Anaheim. Sponsored by "The Living Tradition" organization / concert series presenter. First hour is a Slow Jam. Info on TLT events at www.thelivingtradition.org. More at www.scdh.org.
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Sat, Jan 26, in San Diego:
7:30 pm JOHN JORGENSON QUINTET brings their splendid gypsy swing to the “AMSD CONCERT SERIES” at 4650 Mansfield St, San Diego; 619-303-8176.
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Sat, Jan 26, in Anaheim:
7:30 pm MURIEL ANDERSON's "ALL STAR GUITAR NIGHT®" at Anaheim Marriott Grand Ballroom, 700 West Convention Way, Anaheim 92802. It's in conjunction with the annual NAMM Show, and a limited number of tix are available to non-NAMM attendees. Check Muriel's website.
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Muriel is a global legend on the guitar. She’s in town for her role at the annual NAMM Show at the Anaheim Convention Center. Take advantage of a chance to see her perform with her hand-picked musical wizard guests.
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Sat, Jan 26, in L.A.:
7:30 pm SUSAN JAMES & her band play her CD pre-release show for "Driving Towards the Sun" at Besant Lodge, 2560 N Beachwood Dr, Los Angeles 90068.
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$10 admission INCLUDES the new CD.
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With a California hybrid of psychedelic country-folk rock, SUSAN JAMES has shared stages with LINDSEY BUCKINGHAM, SON VOLT, RICHARD THOMPSON, RUFUS WAINWRIGHT, DANIEL LANOIS, and plenty of others.
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The evening includes lots of music, plus comedy by RICK OVERTON, Tarot Readings by GWENDOLYN P., Vintage Clothes for sale by CACTUS TREE VINTAGE, plus Magic Tricks.
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Susan talks about how special it is to play the historic Besant Lodge. She says it's a "unique place -- it's like a little California Mission. Built by Annie Besant as a theosophical church and later a silent film theater. Annie was a woman WAY ahead of her time." Susan attached Besant's wiki bio for you to read, and adds, "She'll be there in spirit, I'm sure!" http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Annie_Besant
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Los Angeles-based Susan James and Band includes members Eric Heywood on pedal steel, Woody Aplanap on guitar, Jason Chesney on bass, Richard Gowen on drums, and Susan on guitar and mandolin. Acclaimed comedian Rick Overton opens with a comedy set. Vendors set-up indoors.
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Susan says, “I wanted to do something a little different than your average club gig to celebrate the new album, so I’ve created a special celebration with magic, tarot, comedy, music of course, and vintage clothing. The Besant Lodge is an amazing historic place just north of Franklin on Beachwood Dr. We’re looking forward to everyone having a great time. And yes, we’ll have drinks and some sort of food items available as well.”
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The story of the new album, "Driving Toward The Sun," has a more-interesting-than-usual connection in her last project. When Susan James released “Highways, Ghosts, Hearts & Home" in 2011, it earned the praise of famous rocker RYAN ADAMS, who tweeted about her “great songs” and killer band. That was noticed in other arenas. Now, on "Driving Toward the Sun," which officially comes out in February on Megaforce/Sony RED, James teams up with producer RYAN ULYATE, who works with TOM PETTY, and previously with GEORGE HARRISON and JEFF LYNNE, and other famous musicians.
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The new album also includes Don Heffington, Neal Casal, Jason Chesney, Walfredo Reyes Jr., Eric Heywood, Richard Gowen, John McDuffie, Joseph Karnes, and Brian Macleod.
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"People might want to think it's sort of a ‘country’ album, simply because some of the songs have pedal steel. I love the sound of a good pedal steel. On this album it’s used more as ‘color’ than a ‘country stamp’ on my songs,” she explains. “I naturally consider my music equal parts folk, rock, acoustic, singer-songwriter and yes, a little country, but with a specific California sound. And a little psychedelia thrown in for good measure.”
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RICK OVERTON is a socio-political comedy veteran with over 40 years under his belt (several of them above his belt at this point too). His insightful comedy hits your head, ricochets off your brain and lands in a belly laugh. A brief glimpse at IMDB or You Tube confirms that. Susan says, "Rick was a member of the 99% when we were still the 72%."
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Sat, Jan 26, in Downey:
Time tba (evening) WHEN PIGS FLY! play Mambo Grill, 11018 Downey Av, Downey 90241. Venue info, www.yelp.com/biz/mambo-grill-downey. Band info, www.WhenPigsFlyMusic.com. More at www.scdh.org.
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Sat, Jan 26, in Encinitas (San Diego):
Time tba JOHN McCUTCHEON plays the “SAN DIEGO FOLK HERITAGE” series at San Dieguito United Methodist Church, 170 Calle Magdalena, Encinitas; 780-746-8061; 858-566-4040; www.sdfolkheritage.org.. This show, another in Ojai, and one in Bakersfield are as close as his current tour will get to L.A.
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Sat, Jan 26, in Oak Park (Thousand Oaks / Agoura Hills area):
8 pm BIG WIDE ROOM, the splendid trio of MARK DAVIS, BRETT PERKINS & DAVID ZINK (formerly the EDITED trio) doing the California portion of their “Infinite Distance” tour for the release of their full-length CD, plays the prestigious “RUSS & JULIE'S HOUSE CONCERTS” series in Oak Park (in the Agoura Hills / Westlake Village area). Reservations get directions at 818-707-2179 or www.houseconcerts.us. (More info at that website, too.)
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With the new CD, their annual California tour has something special to celebrate this time around, on a 9-day, 13-gig, 2,000-mile circuit of the Golden State. Miss ’em on one of their January gigs and you’ll have to wait to see ’em next in Europe. More, including the new “Infinite Distance” CD, is available at www.bigwideroom.com/music.html.
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Doors at 7:30 pm. Bring something for the sumptuous coffee and dessert buffet. $20 donation per person.
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Sat, Jan 26, in Santa Monica:
8 pm AL STEWART plays the last of two nights at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. (Also here Jan 25.) Tix, either night, $24.50.
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Sat, Jan 26, at UCLA:
8 pm-midnight 12th Annual “1930s SWING NIGHTS LOS ANGELES” in Kerckhoff Hall’s Grand Salon at UCLA. FREE event, includes free dance lessons, hep cats and general public welcome. Info, www.my.calendars.net/HBallroomDance.
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Sat, Jan 26, in San Pedro:
8:30 pm LA CHARANGA CUBANA plays The Grand Annex, 434 W 6th St, San Pedro 90731; www.grandvision.org; 310-833-4813. It’s “A Grand Night for all Salsa Fans” with one of the most popular L.A. bands delivering old style Cuban music. The Emmy-nominated ensemble, featuring vocals, violin, flute, congas, trumpet and timbales, brings their infectious rhythms and soulful melodies to open the Grand Annex’s winter season. Event features a dance floor & DJ. $20 adv / $25 day of show / $30 adv VIP seat.

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Sunday, January 27
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Sun, Jan 27, in Long Beach:
1 pm LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS play the “FRIENDS TO VETERANS EVENT” at the Queen Mary, 1126 Queens Hwy, Long Beach 90802. Lisa says, “We are honored to perform for our returning South Bay Veterans! Please join us as we especially salute soldiers who recently served in Afghanistan.” FREE event.
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Sun, Jan 27, in SFV (Encino):
1-5 pm Monthly “BASC BLUEGRASS JAM IN THE PARK” in Encino Park, former home of the California Traditional Music Society, is now an all-outdoor event, sponsored by the Bluegrass Association of Southern California, at 16953 Ventura Bl, Encino 91316. 4th Sunday, every month.
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Sun, Jan 27, in Long Beach:
2 pm BIG WIDE ROOM, the splendid trio of MARK DAVIS, BRETT PERKINS & DAVID ZINK (formerly the EDITED trio) doing the California portion of their “Infinite Distance” tour for the release of their full-length CD, plays a concert hosted by Steve and Angie McCord at Belmont Shores Mobile Estates Club House, 6214 Emerald Cove Dr, Long Beach 90803. Reservations, Angiepopcorn2@gmail.com
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With the new CD, their annual California tour has something special to celebrate this time around, on a 9-day, 13-gig, 2,000-mile circuit of the Golden State. Miss ’em on one of their January gigs and you’ll have to wait to see ’em next in Europe. More, including the new “Infinite Distance” CD, is available at www.bigwideroom.com/music.html.
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Doors at 1:30 pm. Light refreshments will be served. $15 donation per person.
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Sun, Jan 27, in L.A.:
2 pm USC THORNTON SYMPHONY and USC THORNTON CONCERT CHOIR perform "Porgy and Bess" in Walt Disney Concert Hall at the Music Center complex, downtown Los Angeles. The excellent USC Thornton Symphony is under the direction of principal conductor CARL St. CLAIR, who is also music director of the Pacific Symphony. The concert features special guests ANGELA BROWN, soprano, and KEVIN DEAS, baritone. The USC Thornton Concert Choir is led by CRISTIAN GRASES.
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Sun Jan 27, in Santa Monica:
7 pm PEPPINO D'AGOSTINO plays 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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Monday, January 28
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Mon, Jan 28, in T.O.:
Time tba JACKSON BROWNE plays the Fred Kavli Theater, Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 E Thousand Oaks Bl, Thousand Oaks.
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Mon, Jan 28, in Pasadena:
8 pm MURIEL ANDERSON and TIERRA NEGRA present a guitar clinic at L.A. Music Academy, 370 South Fair Oaks Av, Pasadena. Non-students must make a reservation by phone, at 626-568-8850.
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Muriel is a global legend on the guitar. She’s in town for her role at the annual NAMM Show at the Anaheim Convention Center. Take advantage of a chance to see her perform with her hand-picked musical wizard guests.
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Tuesday, January 29
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Tue, Jan 29, in Long Beach:
Time tba JACKSON BROWNE plays the Terrace Theater, Long Beach Convention Center, 300 E Ocean Bl, Long Beach.
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Tue, Jan 29, in Venice:
8-10 pm “THE CARNY: WEST” plays The Talking Stick, 1411 Lincoln Bl, Venice 90291. One of two local shows by THE CARNY -- one “EAST,” one “WEST.” Somethin’ different. Info, www.theNeweryork.com/carnival or www.meetup.com/theNewerYork...
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Wednesday, January 30
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Wed, Jan 30, in Desert Hot Springs:
7 pm, MURIEL ANDERSON with STANLEY JORDAN play the Community Room at Healing Waters Park, 18131 Langlois Rd (S of Dillon Rd, between Desert Hot Springs & Sky Valley), Desert Hot Springs. Info, 760-329-3169.
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Muriel is a global legend on the guitar. She’s in town for her role at the annual NAMM Show at the Anaheim Convention Center. Take advantage of a chance to see her perform with her hand-picked musical wizard guest. $20 donation, per person.
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Thursday, January 31
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Thu, Jan 31, in San Diego:
7:30 pm MURIEL ANDERSON plays Dizzy's concert series. Dizzy’s is at 2nd Ave & J St, downtown San Diego; 858-270-7467; www.dizzyssandiego.com. All their events are in the San Diego Wine & Culinary Center, Harbor Club Towers ground floor.
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Muriel is a global legend on the guitar. She’s in town for her role at the annual NAMM Show at the Anaheim Convention Center. Take advantage of a chance to see her perform her solo wizardry. Tix $18, $12 for students with i.d.
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Fri, Feb 1, in San Diego:
7:30 pm RAY WYLIE HUBBARD plays the “AMSD CONCERT SERIES” at 4650 Mansfield St, San Diego; 619-303-8176.
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Fri & Sat, Feb 1 & 2, in Santa Monica:
8 pm & 10 pm JORMA KAUKONEN plays two shows on each of two nights at McCabe's, 3101 W Pico Bl, Santa Monica; 310-828-4403 or 310-828-4497. Tix, either night, $34.
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Fri, Feb 1, at UCLA:
8 pm VIEUX FARKA TOURE plays the Center for the Art of Performance (CAP) series in Royce Hall, on the UCLA campus in Westwood; 310-825-2101.
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Fri & Sat, Feb 1 & 2, in Santa Monica:
10 pm JORMA KAUKONEN plays two shows (8 & 10 pm) on each of two nights at McCabe's, 3101 W Pico Bl, Santa Monica; 310-828-4403 or 310-828-4497. Tix, either night, $34.
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Feb 2 & 3, 2013, FESTIVAL, in Elko, NV,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
Annual “NATIONAL COWBOY POETRY FESTIVAL” with lots of top award-winning western music and, yep, cowboy poetry. Acts known so far include TOM RUSSELL, doing two concerts and a songwriting workshop, and “a hundred great cowboy acts” including RAMBLIN’ JACK ELLIOTT, and PAUL ZARZSYKSI. There are “tons of exhibits on the West” and much more at this depth-of-winter indoor festival. It’s important to book early, because lodgings fill-up for a hundred miles or more. Info at www.westernfolklife.org/National-Cowboy-Poetry-Gathering-General-Info/national-cowboy-poetry-gathering-home-page.html.
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Sat, Feb 2, in Borrego Springs:
7:30 pm MURIEL ANDERSON at Borrego Springs Art Center, 590 Palm Canyon Dr; 760-767-4275, tickets $20.
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Muriel is a global legend on the guitar. She’s in town for her role at the annual NAMM Show at the Anaheim Convention Center. Take advantage of a chance to see her perform her solo wizardry.
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Sat, Feb 2, in Pasadena:
8 pm ATLANTIC STEPS brings Celtic music & dance to the "Caltech Presents" series in Beckman Auditorium ("Big Beckman") on the Caltech campus in Pasadena.
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This ensemble tells the story of Ireland’s oldest dance form, sean-nós, through the music, song and dance of the Connemara region.
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Tix, $26, $21, & $16; youth (high school age and younger) $10; Senior rush tix $15, on sale beginning one-half hour before the performance and subject to availability. Buy advance tix at the Caltech Ticket Office, 332 S Michigan Av, Pasadena.
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Free parking, night of performance, at 332 S Michigan Av, south off Del Mar Bl. More info, 626-395-4652; www.events.caltech.edu.
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Sat, Feb 2, in Santa Monica:
8 pm & 10 pm JORMA KAUKONEN plays two shows on each of two nights at McCabe's, 3101 W Pico Bl, Santa Monica; 310-828-4403 or 310-828-4497. Tix, either night, $34.
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Sat, Feb 2, in Santa Monica:
10 pm JORMA KAUKONEN plays two shows on each of two nights at McCabe's, 3101 W Pico Bl, Santa Monica; 310-828-4403 or 310-828-4497. Tix, either night, $34.
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Mon, Feb 4, in Bakersfield:
6-9 pm Monthly “BLUEGRASS JAM” at Rusty's Pizza, 5430 Olive Dr (in the Vons center), Bakersfield. First Monday, every month. “Come on down and bring a couple of songs,” says host Kelvin Gregory; info. kelvin@gregspetro.com or 661-392-7973 (h) / 661-428-7044 (c).
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Mon, Feb 4, in Culver City:
7:30 pm-’til dawn Monthly “NEW WESTSIDE BLUEGRASS JAM” at Industry Cafe & Jazz, 6039 Washington Bl, Culver City 90232. 1st Monday, every month. Info, Jeff Fleck, 310-390-4391 or jfleck47@ca.rr.com.
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Tue, Feb 5, at USC:
7 pm "An Evening with PATTI SMITH" is a "Visions and Voices Signature Event" in Bovard Auditorium, on the USC campus in University Park, L.A. Book signing and reception to follow. Admission is free and open to everyone. Reservations required. Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, poetry and conversation featuring the seminal American artist Patti Smith, moderated by USC Annenberg professor Josh Kun. Emerging in the cultural hotbed of mid-1970s New York City, Smith forged a reputation as one of the decade’s first visionary artists, merging poetry and rock in vital new ways. Her 1975 debut album, Horses, is routinely ranked as one of the greatest albums of all time. In 2007, she was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. As a fine artist, Smith has exhibited at galleries and museums around the world. In 2010, she won the National Book Award for Nonfiction for Just Kids, a best-selling memoir about her early days making art in New York with her friend Robert Mapplethorpe. In 2011, Smith was listed amongst TIME magazine‘s 100 most influential people in the world and Rolling Stone‘s 100 greatest artists. Make reservations online beginning Tuesday, January 8, at 9 am, at www.usc.edu/visionsandvoices.
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Thu, Feb 7, in Malibu, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm THE CAMPBELL BROTHERS bring their "Sacred Steel" show to the Smothers Theatre, on the campus at Pepperdine University, 24255 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu; 310-506-4522.
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The Campbell Brothers' awards and honors include Best U.S. Gospel Instrumentalists of the Year at the fourth annual Real Blues Awards in 1997, Best Gospel Album at the AFIM Indie Awards in 2002, and a National Heritage Fellowship presented to Chuck Campbell in 2004 by the National Endowment for the Arts.
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"The Campbell Brothers play music...with pedal steel guitar lines swooping skyward like a gospel shouter; two Campbell brothers trade off leads, carrying the songs to peak after peak."--Jon Pareles, The New York Times.
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They present a compelling, rich variety of material from the African American Holiness-Pentecostal repertoire with a new twist: the growling, wailing, shouting, singing, and swinging voice of the steel guitar -- their electrifying "Sacred Steel" show.
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The type of music performed by the Campbell Brothers has only recently emerged from the House of God Keith Dominion Church, where for over 60 years it has been an integral part of worship and a vital, if little-known, American tradition.
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As the music moves from sanctuary to concert hall, including the Hollywood Bowl, the Kennedy Center, Brooklyn Academy of Music, and New York's Symphony Space, secular audiences are now able to appreciate a performance both devoted and rocking.
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Pedal steel guitarist Chuck Campbell and his lap-steel-playing brother Darick are two of the finest in this tradition. Rounding out the band, which has been playing together for nearly two decades, is a high-energy rhythm section featuring brother Phil Campbell on electric guitar, his son Carlton on drums, and bassist Malcolm Kirby. Classic, gutsy gospel vocals by Katie Jackson and/or Denise Brown bring the ensemble to a level of energy and expression that defies description.
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Tickets, priced at $35, $25, or $15 for the public and $10 for full-time Pepperdine students, are available now at 310-506-4522. Tickets are also available through Ticketmaster (with the usual exorbitant fee) at 800-982-2787. More info at http://arts.pepperdine.edu/ or http://www.campbellbrothers.com.
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Sat, Feb 9, in SFV (Van Nuys):
7:30 pm RICHARD BERMAN plays the “NOBLE HOUSE CONCERT” series in Van Nuys. Reservations get directions at 818-780-5970.
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Sat, Feb 9, in Santa Barbara Co (Goleta):
7:30 pm FREEBO with JERRY DONAHUE play the “SONGTREE CONCERT” series at Live Oak Unitarian Universalist Church, 820 N Fairview Av, Goleta; 805-403-2639.
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Sat, Feb 9, in Pasadena:
8 pm JOANNA CAZDEN and DEBRA COWAN play the “CALTECH FOLK MUSIC SOCIETY’s” 30th Anniversary Concert in Beckman Institute Auditorium (aka “Little Beckman”) on the Caltech campus in Pasadena; 626-395-4652. Park in either of two lots at the end of Michigan Av, south off Del Mar.
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Sat, Feb 9,
8 pm FORTUNATE SON, “Tribute to Creedence Clearwater Revival,” plays an acoustic show at the Grand Annex, 434 W 6th St, San Pedro 90731; www.grandvision.org; 310-833-4813.
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All the grit and soul of CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL comes alive with FORTUNATE SON. In this “unplugged style” acoustic show, hear all the favorites from the swampy blues classic “Born on the Bayou” to the country infused “Bad Moon Rising” to rock anthems like “Proud Mary” and “Fortunate Son.” $20 adv / $25 day of show / $30 adv VIP seat.
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Sun, Feb 10, in San Pedro:
2-5:30 pm BERNIE PEARL plays his blues residency at CRAFTED, a new arts venue in the Port of Los Angeles, at 110 E 22nd St, San Pedro 90731; 310-732-1270; www.CRAFTEDportla.com; www.facebook.com/Craftedportla.
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His two gigs here – including one that opened the venue -- went so well that Bernie was offered a monthly residency, second Sunday of each month through April.
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Bernie says of this new venue, "It's a great place to hear some acoustic Blues and to see what dozens of crafters are working on. Food and beverages are available. Parking and admission are free. I perform in the lounge area, where there are tables and chairs, and the live music is piped throughout the building. Take a Sunday drive to the scenic Port of L.A. and hang out for a while. I bet you'll enjoy it." Bernie returns here Mar 10 and Apr 14.
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The Guide adds that you can go in the morning and tour the Battleship Iowa or the Victory ship, both anchored on display in San Pedro, then go for lunch and great live blues music with Bernie at CRAFTED.
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Tue, Feb 12, at UCLA:
8 pm “MARDI GRAS FROM NEW ORLEANS” with the ALLEN TOUSSAINT BAND plus THE DIRTY DOZEN BRASS BAND at the Center for the Art of Performance (CAP) series in Royce Hall, on the UCLA campus in Westwood; 310-825-2101.
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Thu, Feb 14, in Long Beach:
BONNIE RAITT and MAIA SHARP play the Terrace Theater - Long Beach Convention Center and Entertainment complex, 300 E Ocean Bl, Long Beach 90802.
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It’s BONNIE RAITT’s “Slipstream Tour 2013.”
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Tix, $35.50 to $70.50. But not so fast: $35.50 Ticket + $13.50 Fees = $49, with “ $70.50 Ticket is + $15.05 Fees = US $85.55. Ouch.
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Fri, Feb 15, in San Diego:
7:30 pm ELLIS PAUL plays the “AMSD CONCERT SERIES” at 4650 Mansfield St, San Diego; 619-303-8176.
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Fri, Feb 15, 2013, in Agoura Hills, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm OTTMAR LIEBERT, one of the planet’s greatest guitarists, plus LUNA NEGRA, at The Canyon Club, 28912 Roadside Dr, Agoura Hills; www.canyonclub.net; 818-879-5016.
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Fri, Feb 15, in Santa Monica:
8 pm JOHN GORKA plays 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, Feb 16, in San Diego:
7:30 pm JOHN GORKA plays the “AMSD CONCERT SERIES” at 4650 Mansfield St, San Diego; 619-303-8176.
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Sat, Feb 16, in Santa Monica:
8 pm SHAWN MULLINS, plus special guest MAX GOMEZ, at McCabe's, 3101 W Pico Bl, Santa Monica; 310-828-4403 or 310-828-4497. Tix, $20.
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Sat, Feb 16, in Indio:
BONNIE RAITT plays the Fantasy Springs Casino, Indio. More later.
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Sun, Feb 17, in Santa Monica; pseudo-FESTIVAL:
2 pm-midnight Semi-annual "FOLKTACULAR" is an indoor mini-festival with LOTS of performers, hosted and produced by singer-songwriter ROBERT MORGAN FISHER, at Writer's Boot Camp in the Bergamont Arts Complex in Santa Monica.
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You can reserve early (recommended), via PayPal: $20 to robert@robertmorganfisher.com.
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If you don't PayPal, email Robert and he will tell you where to send your check.
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Sun, Feb 17, in downtown L.A.:
4 pm “LE SALON DE MUSIQUES” monthly CHAMBER CONCERT SERIES in the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, 5th Floor, L.A. Music Center, 135 N Grand Av, L.A. (downtown) 90012; 213-972-7211; www.musiccenter.org.
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“Le Salon's” series of eight concerts run every third Sunday through May 19, 2013.
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Sun, Feb 17, in Santa Monica:
7 pm ADRIAN LEGG at McCabe's, 3101 W Pico Bl, Santa Monica; 310-828-4403 or 310-828-4497. Tix, $20.
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Sun, Feb 17, in San Diego:
7:30 pm GUY DAVIS plays the “AMSD CONCERT SERIES” at 4650 Mansfield St, San Diego; 619-303-8176.
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Sun, Feb 17, in L.A.:
7:30 pm THE CHIEFTAINS, one of the all-time best and most influential Irish bands, plays Walt Disney Concert Hall, at the Music Center in downtown L.A.
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Sat, Feb 23, at UCLA:
8 pm ROBERT RANDOLPH PRESENTS THE SLIDE BROTHERS, the band of CALVIN COOKE, AUBREY GHENT, CHUCK CAMPBELL, & DARICK CAMPBELL, plus special guest OTIS TAYLOR, at the Center for the Art of Performance (CAP) series in Royce Hall, on the UCLA campus in Westwood; 310-825-2101.
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Sat, Feb 23, in Agoura Hills:
8 pm SMALL POTATOES, the marvelous folk duo from Chicago, plays “RUSS AND JULIE'S HOUSE CONCERT” series in Oak Park (in the Agoura Hills / Westlake Village area); 818-707-2179.
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Sat, Feb 23, in San Diego:
BONNIE RAITT plays the Copely Symphony Hall, San Diego. More later.
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Fri, Mar 1, in Claremont:
7:30 pm STEVE GILLETTE & CINDY MANGSEN play the “GELENCSER HOUSE CONCERT” Series in Claremont. Reservations get directions at 909-596-1266.
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Sat, Mar 2, in SFV (Van Nuys):
7:30 pm STEVE GILLETTE & CINDY MANGSEN play the “NOBLE HOUSE CONCERT” series in Van Nuys. Reservations get directions at 818-780-5970.
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Sun, Mar 3, in Malibu:
8 pm PETER YARROW of PETER, PAUL & MARY, plays Pepperdine University Center for the Arts, 24255 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu; 310-506-4522.
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Sat, Mar 9, in Santa Barbara Co (Goleta):
7:30 pm STEVE GILLETTE & CINDY MANGSEN play the “SONGTREE CONCERT SERIES” at Live Oak Unitarian Universalist Church, 820 N Fairview Av, Goleta; 805-403-2639.
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Sat, Mar 9, in Pasadena:
8 pm DAVID MALLETT plays the “CALTECH FOLK MUSIC SOCIETY” series in Beckman Institute Auditorium (aka “Little Beckman”) on the Caltech campus in Pasadena; 626-395-4652. Park in either of two lots at the end of Michigan Av, south off Del Mar.
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Sun, Mar 10, in San Pedro:
2-5:30 pm BERNIE PEARL plays his blues residency at CRAFTED, a new arts venue in the Port of Los Angeles, at 110 E 22nd St, San Pedro 90731; 310-732-1270; www.CRAFTEDportla.com; www.facebook.com/Craftedportla.
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His two gigs here – including one that opened the venue -- went so well that Bernie was offered a monthly residency, second Sunday of each month through April.
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Bernie says of this new venue, "It's a great place to hear some acoustic Blues and to see what dozens of crafters are working on. Food and beverages are available. Parking and admission are free. I perform in the lounge area, where there are tables and chairs, and the live music is piped throughout the building. Take a Sunday drive to the scenic Port of L.A. and hang out for a while. I bet you'll enjoy it." Bernie returns here once more, Apr 14.
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The Guide adds that you can go in the morning and tour the Battleship Iowa or the Victory ship, both anchored on display in San Pedro, then go for lunch and great live blues music with Bernie at CRAFTED.
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Sat, Mar 10, in Santa Monica:
7 pm BEAUSOLEIL avec MICHAEL DOUCET plays McCabe's, 3101 W Pico Bl, Santa Monica; 310-828-4403 or 310-828-4497.
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Sat, Mar 16, in Agoura Hills:
8 pm TERRY HOLDER with JERRY HOLDER play “RUSS AND JULIE'S HOUSE CONCERT” series in Oak Park (in the Agoura Hills / Westlake Village area); 818-707-2179.
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Sat, Mar 16, in Culver City:
8-10 pm BERNIE PEARL & MIKE BARRY play a blues concert at Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City; www.boulevardmusic.com; 310-398-2583. Venue’s web site has a helpful local dining guide.
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Bernie says, "Our latest recording, 'Sittin' On the Right Side of the Blues,' recorded live at Boulevard Music in 2011, received great reviews and airplay, as well as a nomination for 'Best Traditional Blues Recording' by the Blues Blast Music Awards. This is home for us. Always a good turnout, and I always plan on presenting my best material as well something new to the discriminating and informed Boulevard audience." Bernie on guitar and vocals, his longtime sideman Mike on bass.
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Advance tix strongly recommended, at 310-398-2583. Doors at 7:30 pm; advance ticket holders enter first; seating on a first-come basis.
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Sun, Mar 17, in downtown L.A.:
4 pm “LE SALON DE MUSIQUES” monthly CHAMBER CONCERT SERIES in the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, 5th Floor, L.A. Music Center, 135 N Grand Av, L.A. (downtown) 90012; 213-972-7211; www.musiccenter.org.
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“Le Salon's” series of eight concerts run every third Sunday through May 19, 2013.
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Sat, Mar 23, in Pasadena:
8 pm JANIS IAN plays the “CALTECH FOLK MUSIC SOCIETY” series in Beckman Institute Auditorium (aka “Little Beckman”) on the Caltech campus in Pasadena; 626-395-4652. Park in either of two lots at the end of Michigan Av, south off Del Mar.
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Sat, Mar 30, in Lancaster, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm CRAICMORE at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $32 & $27.
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Sat, Apr 6, in Agoura Hills:
8 pm JOHN WORT HANNAM with SCOTT DUNCAN play “RUSS AND JULIE'S HOUSE CONCERT” series in Oak Park (in the Agoura Hills / Westlake Village area); 818-707-2179.
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Sat, Apr 13, in SFV (Van Nuys):
7:30 pm PAUL KAMM & ELEANOR MacDONALD play the “NOBLE HOUSE CONCERT” series in Van Nuys. Reservations get directions at 818-780-5970.
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Sun, Apr 14, in San Pedro:
2-5:30 pm BERNIE PEARL concludes his blues residency at CRAFTED, a new arts venue in the Port of Los Angeles, at 110 E 22nd St, San Pedro 90731; 310-732-1270; www.CRAFTEDportla.com; www.facebook.com/Craftedportla.
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His two gigs here – including one that opened the venue -- went so well that Bernie was offered a monthly residency, second Sunday of each month through April.
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Bernie says of this new venue, "It's a great place to hear some acoustic Blues and to see what dozens of crafters are working on. Food and beverages are available. Parking and admission are free. I perform in the lounge area, where there are tables and chairs, and the live music is piped throughout the building. Take a Sunday drive to the scenic Port of L.A. and hang out for a while. I bet you'll enjoy it."
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The Guide adds that you can go in the morning and tour the Battleship Iowa or the Victory ship, both anchored on display in San Pedro, then go for lunch and great live blues music with Bernie at CRAFTED.
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Sun, Apr 14, in Lancaster, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
3 & 7 pm (two shows) MICHAEL FLATLEY’S LORD OF THE DANCE at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $52 & $47.
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Thu, Apr 18, in Lancaster:
8 pm TWO CELLOS at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $29 & $19.
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Sun, Apr 21, in downtown L.A.:
4 pm “LE SALON DE MUSIQUES” monthly CHAMBER CONCERT SERIES in the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, 5th Floor, L.A. Music Center, 135 N Grand Av, L.A. (downtown) 90012; 213-972-7211; www.musiccenter.org.
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“Le Salon's” series of eight concerts run every third Sunday through May 19, 2013.
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Wed, Apr 24 through Sun, May 19, in Ventura:
“LONESOME TRAVELER” returns for a 2013 run at the Rubicon Theatre in Ventura. It’s a musical event that takes audiences on a journey down the rivers and streams of American Folk Music -- from the hills of Appalachia to the nightclubs of San Francisco and New York; from the 1920s to the 1960s. Written and directed by Rubicon’s Artistic Director James O’Neil, with Musical Direction and Arrangements by Dan Wheetman
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"Tom Dooley," "Goodnight Irene," "Puff, the Magic Dragon," "Blowin' in the Wind," and "This Land is Your Land." These songs remind us of a time when music brought us together; when it changed us. Lonesome Traveler is a World Premier theatrical event that takes us from the backwoods of Appalachia to the nightclubs of New York and San Francisco; from the mid 1920s to the mid 1960s. Experience the music that made history and the history that made music. Rubicon Artistic Director James O'Neil directs a seven-person cast of singer/instrumentalists. More when we know it.
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Sat, Apr 27, in Lancaster, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm BIG BAD VOODOO DADDY at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $47 & $42.
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Sat, Apr 27, in SGV (Covina):
8 pm BERNIE PEARL & MIKE BARRY play a blues concert at the Fret House, 309 N Citrus Av, Covina 91723; 626-339-7020 / 800-BET-FRET; www.frethouse.com.
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Bernie on guitar and vocals, his longtime sideman Mike on bass. Bernie says, "Been a little while since we have been there, but the renowned Covina guitar shop provides a wonderful intimate space for players and audience, and we love playing there." Tix, $15.
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Sun, Apr 28, WORKSHOPS for ARTISTS,
in SGV (Covina):
2 & 3:30 pm BERNIE PEARL conducts a "Guitar Clinic" followed by a "How to Jam" workshop, at the Fret House, 309 N Citrus Av, Covina 91723; 626-339-7020 / 800-BET-FRET; www.frethouse.com.
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Guitar Clinic at 2 pm
"How to Jam" workshop at 3:30 pm.
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Each session is $25, enrollment limited. Contact venue to the reserve your spot.
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Sat & Sun, May 4 & 5, in SGV (Sierra Madre):
51st Annual “SIERRA MADRE ART FAIR” with two stages of music, lots of it folk-Americana / acoustic renaissance, and many painters, sculptors, photographers, and others exhibiting and selling their work, plus an indoor plant sale, a good variety of food vendors, and much more, sponsored by the Friends of the Sierra Madre Library, in Memorial Park, on Sierra Madre Bl at Hermosa Av, Sierra Madre. Free, all day, both days.
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Sat, May 4, in Lancaster:
8 pm “BIG BAND BLOWOUT” at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $24 & $19.
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Sat, May 11, in Pasadena:
8 pm SUSIE GLAZE & THE HILONESOME BAND play the “CALTECH FOLK MUSIC SOCIETY” series in Beckman Institute Auditorium (aka “Little Beckman”) on the Caltech campus in Pasadena; 626-395-4652. Park in either of two lots at the end of Michigan Av, south off Del Mar.
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Fri-Sun, May 17-19, in Nevada:
"HENDERSON CRAWFISH FESTIVAL" in Henderson, Nevada, between Las Vegas and Lake Mead. More when we know it.
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Sun, May 19, in downtown L.A.:
4 pm “LE SALON DE MUSIQUES” monthly CHAMBER CONCERT SERIES concludes today in the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, 5th Floor, L.A. Music Center, 135 N Grand Av, L.A. (downtown) 90012; 213-972-7211; www.musiccenter.org.
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Jun 1, in Lancaster:
8 pm JUICE NEWTON plays the 2013 season’s closing show at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $32 & $27.
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Sat, Jun 15, FESTIVAL, in Claremont:
10 am-10 pm “CLAREMONT FOLK FESTIVAL” returns after a three-year hiatus, at Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Gardens, Foothill & College, Claremont; 909-624-2928.
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Jul 27 & 28, FESTIVAL, in Long Beach:
Annual "LONG BEACH CRAWFISH FESTIVAL" brings Cajun & zydeco and blues, including top bands from Louisiana, to Rainbow Lagoon Events Park in Long Beach.
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Sat, Oct 5, in Pasadena:
8 pm CHRIS PROCTOR plays the “CALTECH FOLK MUSIC SOCIETY” series in Beckman Institute Auditorium (aka “Little Beckman”) on the Caltech campus in Pasadena; 626-395-4652. Park in either of two lots at the end of Michigan Av, south off Del Mar.
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