Thursday: a FREE WEB WORKSHOP for artists, and a whole lotta music goin’ on!

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Guide to this edition…

1) FREE WEB WORKSHOP for ARTISTS:
“HOW TO PRODUCE YOUR SIGNATURE SOUND”

2) FESTIVALS this coming weekend

3) THURSDAY’s Music & Arts Scene

4) TICKET ALERTS…
Separate categories for ongoing events, upcoming festivals, & concerts

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“HOW TO PRODUCE YOUR SIGNATURE SOUND”

Thu, Jul 16, ON THE WEB:
7:30 pm JOE SOLO presents this FREE workshop at the Songwriting School of Los Angeles, 4001 W Magnolia Bl, Burbank 91505; 818-848-7664 / 818-848-SONG; www.thesongwritingschool.com
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Attend in-person or watch the live web stream; either is FREE. Attending in-person requires a reservation as space is limited. Register at 818-848-7664 or e-mail info@thesongwritingschool.com (leave name, contact info, and number in your party).
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Live stream link:
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http://livestream.com/accounts/2258143/events/4197894
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The Songwriting School of Los Angeles is “Devoted to the artistry & industry of songwriting. To inspire • instruct • empower.” m

Joe says, “Come get a free preview of my upcoming Malibu Beach House Music Success Weekend Workshop. Ask me your burning production / music biz questions. Play your music and get a free song analysis (Limited Space).”



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Sat & Sun, Jul 18 & 19,
FESTIVAL,
in Santa Barbara:
11 am-7 pm Annual “SANTA BARBARA FRENCH FESTIVAL” in Oak Park, 300 W Alamar Av, Santa Barbara 93105. More info to come.



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Thu, Jul 16, in Burbank:
5 pm-late It’s a full lineup in the Front Showroom and on the Trailside Stage (separate rooms) at Cody's Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506.
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** 5-7 pm THE GREG & CHRIS SHOW takes a time traveling trip through the hits of the 50-70s, in the Front Showroom.
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** 7-8:30 pm GLEN ROBERT's 17 PIECE BIG BAND JAZZ BAND brings classic swing from some of the best in the business, in the Trailside Showroom.
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** 7:30 pm THE CODY BRYANT EXPERIENCE with special guest SUPERFLY HARRIS delivers “twang supreme from the powerhouse tag team” in the Front Showroom.
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** 9 pm Alabama country rocker TONYA WATTS is an outlaw country music star from Nashville, with special guests, in the Trailside Showroom,
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A one-menu-item cover applies. Venue has a full menu & full bar.

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Thu, Jul 16, in Long Beach:
5-8 pm KEN O'MALLEY plays his weekly residency of authentic and original Irish music at the Auld Dubliner, 71 S Pine Av, Long Beach 90802; 562-437-8300; www.aulddubliner.com

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Jul 16, in La Canada-Flintridge:
6 pm “DESCANSO GARDENS SUMMER CONCERT SERIES” brings KATHLEEN GRACE, a lovely piano-and-jazz-based singer-songwriter, to the delightful “Under the Oaks” amphitheater at world-famous Descanso Gardens in La Canada.
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Take the 210 Fwy to Angeles Crest exit, turn down the hill, immediate right onto Foothill Bl, and follow the signs to the garden.
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Kathleen just released the music video for "How You Loved Me On Mars, " a song she co-wrote with pianist JOSH NELSON for his great new album, "Exploring Mars." Be sure to check out the video and the record. Find it at:
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https://youtu.be/nClps9EjH7M
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Tonight she plays Descanso Gardens, joined by John Storie on guitar, Matt Mayhall on drums, Phil Kronengold on piano, and Erik Kertes on bass.
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Bring a picnic and enjoy. After this, Kathleen is off to play the Mendocino Music Festival.

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Thu, Jul 16, in OC (Huntington Beach):
6-9 pm Monthly “OC HAMMERED DULCIMERS” music session led by Barbara Gershman in Huntington Beach. Location and info, email bgershman@socal.rr.com
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It’s an evening for “Sharing tunes & playing for fun!” with a “Potluck first.”
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More info at www.scdh.org

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Thu, Jul 16, in OC (Fountain Valley):
6-10 pm Twice-monthly “FOUNTAIN VALLEY BLUEGRASS JAM” at Orange County Archery, 18792 Brookhurst St, Fountain Valley 92708.

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Thu, Jul 16, in San Diego Co (Santee):
6:30-9:30 pm Weekly “WOOD 'N' LIPS OPEN MIC” at the Kaffee Meister’s Santee Coffeehouse, 9225 Carlton Hills Bl #30, Santee.

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Thu, Jul 16, in SGV (San Gabriel):
6:30-9:30 pm THE HAPPY CROWD plays the City of San Gabriel “Summer Nights” series featuring a family concert and movie at Vincent Lugo Park in San Gabriel.
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Tonight’s film screening is “Despicable Me 2, ″ following the concert. The Community Services Department, in conjunction with the Mission Playhouse and Community Development, are hosting six summer concerts and three summer movies. The evening features surf-inspired music, food, entertainment, kid’s activities and more.

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Thursdays, Jul 16 through Aug 13, in Culver City:
7 pm CULVER CITY'S “BOULEVARD MUSIC SUMMER FESTIVAL” tonight brings performances by the GEORGE KAHN JAZZ & BLUES REVUE, plus STONE SOUL; series runs weekly in the palm-lined courtyard of Culver City’s City Hall. Each concert is FREE and parking is free, with an optional $10 up-front reserved seat.
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Tonight brings classic jazz / blues with a superb trio of vocalists fronting the GEORGE KAHN JAZZ & BLUES REVUE, plus the look and feel of classic 60’s Motown/Soul from STONE SOUL.
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The season’s offerings are diverse. Here’s the season’s remaining schedule, after tonight, following the July 9 opener:
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** July 23: Elements of Celtic music, country (western and swing, too), blues, Cajun, Baroque, rock and roll and more from HOT LIPS & FINGERTIPS.
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** July 30: Hot Jazz and Western Swing from the HOT CLUB OF COWTOWN (a Guide “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick!)
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** Aug 6: Classic Rock with incredible vocals from VENICE.
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** Aug 13: Zydeco music featuring the sounds of Creole from Louisiana and Texas, with the excellent BONNE MUSIQUE ZYDECO (a Guide “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick!)
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Avoid the crowds and parking hassles of other areas on the Westside. Courtyard opens at 4:30 pm. Careful with arriving early, because the free parking is free for two hours in designated parking structures in Culver City. Dozens of dining options are available within walking distance. You can even catch the new light rail to Culver City and a convenient Culver Bus to the concert, and not drive at all.

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Thu, Jul 16, in Burbank:
7-8:30 pm GLEN ROBERT's 17-piece big band JAZZ BAND brings classic swing from some of the best in the business, in the Trailside Showroom at Cody’s Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506; 818-515-4444. Venue has full menu and full bar, and is known for its Mexican food.
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A one-menu-item cover applies. Venue has a full menu & full bar.

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Thu, Jul 16, in Pasadena:
7 pm FUNKY PUNKS play this week’s edition of the “CHILDREN'S CONCERT SERIES, ” part of the free summer concert series at the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts in Memorial Park, 85 E Holly St, Pasadena 91103; 626-683-3230.
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This year brings the children’s series on a new night in Pasadena: Thursdays, all summer. Arrive early to enjoy pre-show performances on the little “Grassy Hill Side Stage, ” grab a bite to eat from the “Taste of Levitt Pavilion Pasadena” presented by Market on Holly, and check out the local “Community Partners” while the little ones enjoy the KidZone.
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Free, except what you buy to eat. More at: www.levittpasadena.org

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Thu, Jul 16, in Burbank:
7:30 pm THE CODY BRYANT EXPERIENCE with special guest SUPERFLY HARRIS delivers “twang supreme from the powerhouse tag team” in the Front Showroom at Cody’s Viva Cantina, 900 W Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506
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A one-menu-item cover applies. Venue has a full menu & full bar.

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Thu, Jul 16, in OC (Costa Mesa):
8 pm AMERICA, the classic folk-rock band of the ’70s, plays the opening night concert at the 125th Annual “ORANGE COUNTY FAIR, ” which runs Jul 17 to Aug 16, 2015, at the OC Fair & Events Center, 88 Fair Dr, Costa Mesa 92626.
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Yep, the band that had the big hits, “Ventura Highway” and “Sister Goldenhair.”
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The fair has two principal music venues, plus other musical entertainment that's free with admission.
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The headline acts all play the “2015 Toyota Summer Concert Series at Pacific Amphitheatre.”
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NOTE: coming on Sunday, July 19:
WILLIE NELSON & FAMILY ALISON KRAUSS.
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Full sched. for Pac Amp during the fair:
http://www.pacamp.com/pa/
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Full sched. for the Fair’s other principal stage, The Hangar, at:
http://www.ocfair.com/2015/thingstodo/the_hangar.asp

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Thu, Jul 16, in Altadena:
8 pm CHAPPEL & DAVE HOLT and SEVERIN BROWNE at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena. Reservations, 626-798-6236.
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Venue impresario Bob Stane says, “You will love this show. It has it all. This is a well-designed presentation. A presentation rich in talent and good music.”
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Bob continues, “CHAPPELL & DAVE HOLT.... ("The Jazzy Side of Americana") are so fine. SEVERIN BROWNE gets exponentially better every time he graces the stage of The Coffee Gallery Backstage. WONDERFUL, COMFORTABLE MUSIC. We are so lucky.”
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CHAPPELL & DAVE HOLT are singer-songwriters who with piano, guitar, autoharp, and voices offer an unusual musical statement – a crossroads where Jazz, Blues, Folk and Gospel meet to create something familiar, new, traditional and unconventional.
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Dave studied piano at Toronto’s Royal Conservatory. The 60’s brought rock ‘n’ roll, blues, jazz, and a move to Northern California. He toured and recorded with Rosalie Sorrels and Frontier, with Mitch Greenhill & Mayne Smith, was accompanist to blues/jazz singer Pamela Polland and her “Melba Rounds Review” with his mastery of the James P. Johnson piano style. Phil Elwood of the San Francisco Examiner said of Dave's playing behind Pamela, "...(he) was superb -especially on James P. Johnson's tricky piano backups to the Bessie Smith material." Later he earned an SFSU BA and Master’s in Creative Writing, has become a published award-winning poet, and is often in demand to read and perform his poetry accompanied by his drum and Chappell on guitar and vocals.
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Chappell, the daughter of a minister, grew up singing gospel music. Frequent moves took her Navy family to San Diego. With a guitar, dulcimer, and autoharp she left for Northern California during the, inspired by the new singer/songwriters and the soulfulness of jazz. She began to explore merging poetry with music in songwriting, performed extensively, wrote and recorded for independent films and was an in-demand studio singer. She is also an artist, a professional seamstress, and designer.
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Review: “Chappell and Dave Holt are seasoned performers who can move fluidly between all the musical genres - Jazz, Native American, Old-timey or Blues -that their well-honed talents lead them to. Along with their guests they presented a rollicking good time and a wide variety of tunes in "A Celebration of the American Song". What an enjoyable way to get a history lesson in song!" – Andrea Van Dyke, OCA Event Coordinator. Occidental Center for the Arts.
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SEVERIN BROWNE.... A former Motown recording artist and staff songwriter, Severin Browne continues to enchant audiences with his clear voice, masterful guitar playing and finely crafted songs. He's a romantic, a philosopher and a nonpareil hook-meister able to keep hearts throbbing, heads bobbing, and audiences coming back for more. Severin Browne performs solo to packed house concerts, intimate listening rooms, and even an occasional almost-rowdy bar crowd. He is a sought-after guest in many singer-songwriter festivals and shows, and is regarded as one of the most delightful performers in the Los Angeles area.
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Thu, Jul 16, in OC (Fullerton):
8 pm LEFTOVER CUTIES play the summer concert series at the Muckenthaler Cultural Center, 1201 W Malven Av, Fullerton 92833; 714-738-6706.

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Thu, Jul 16, in L.A.:
8 pm-2 am "HONKY TONK HACIENDA" weekly summer series at at El Cid, 4212 W Sunset Bl, Los Angeles 90029; tix & info, www.elcidla.com
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More info at: www.elcidla.com/event/865775-honky-tonk-hacienda-kimm-los-angeles/
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Every Thursday night El Cid transforms into "Honky Tonk Hacienda" with bands, songwriters and musical instigators “tearing it up” with outlaw country, roots, old time, and Americana..

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Thu, Jul 16, in OC (Newport Beach):
8 pm DIDDLY IDOLS, a new-to-the-venue American-Celtic-Irish band from New York on a West Coast Tour, plays Muldoon's Irish Pub, 202 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach; 949-640-4110; www.muldoonspub.com
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More at: www.diddlyidols.com

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Thu, Jul 16, in SFV (Chatsworth):
8 pm LIVE AMERICANA / ALT OR TRAD COUNTRY / HONKY TONK music nightly at the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166.
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This is L.A.’s last real honky-tonk, no cover, full bar, and friendly people who all like to dance. Go early for the free dance lessons. There’s live music every night, seven nights a week; sometimes acoustic, sometimes heavy on the pedal steel or the twang, but never that annoying fahke ackscent Nashvulle scene.

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Thu, Jul 16, through Aug 2, in Hollywood:
8 pm “THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, ” pm Andrew Lloyd Webber's modern classic, is a new production by Cameron Mackintosh at the Hollywood Pantages, 6233 Hollywood Bl, Hollywood; www.HollywoodPantages.com
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In L.A. for a limited 8-week run June 17 through August 2 at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre, with newly reinvented staging and stunning scenic design. This new version of “PHANTOM OF THE OPERA” is performed by a stunning cast and orchestra comprised of 52 superbly talented actors, singers and musicians. It’s being billed as “the MUST SEE production of 2015.”
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Tix start at $29. Box office opens daily at 10 am except holidays for in-person or phone orders at 800-982-2787. Info on the production, a video sneak peek, and online tix at: www.ThePhantomOfTheOpera.com/ustour

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Thu, Jul 16; Jul 10-18, in San Pedro:
8 pm “A CHORUS LINE, ” presented by Scalawag Productions, at the Warner Grand Theatre, 478 W 6th St, San Pedro 90731; 310-548-2494.
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A dazzling day in the life of 21 dancers vying for a spot on Broadway.
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Use code "WARNER" at check-out & $5 per ticket will be donated to the Warner Grand, operated by the Grand Vision Foundation, a facility of the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs. Tickets and info,

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Thu, Jul 16, in Burbank:
9 pm Alabama country rocker TONYA WATTS is an outlaw country music star from Nashville, with special guests, in the Trailside Showroom at Cody’s Viva Cantina, 900 W Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506
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A one-menu-item cover applies. Venue has a full menu & full bar.

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ONGOING EVENTS are listed in the first section, followed by UPCOMING FESTIVALS listed in their own section, then our ever-growing catalog of UPCOMING CONCERTS and arts events.

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Jul 10-18, in San Pedro:
(various times) “A CHORUS LINE, ” presented by Scalawag Productions, at the Warner Grand Theatre, 478 W 6th St, San Pedro 90731; 310-548-2494.
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A dazzling day in the life of 21 dancers vying for a spot on Broadway.
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Use code "WARNER" at check-out & $5 per ticket will be donated to the Warner Grand, operated by the Grand Vision Foundation, a facility of the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs. Tickets and info,

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Now through Sep 26, in Topanga:
3:30 pm “AS YOU LIKE IT” re-sets Shakespeare to the American Civil War, at the Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum, 1419 N Topanga Canyon Bl, Topanga, midway between Malibu and the San Fernando Valley.
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Note, “the rebel camp is alive with music — banjo, guitar, ukulele, mandolin and more.”
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In this production of “As You Like It, ” director ELLEN GEER moves the tale of two sets of brothers — one alienated by ambition, the other estranged by envy — to the divided South of the post-Civil War era, adding traditional American folk music and dance from the period. Rosalind is forced to flee camp when her uncle Frederick, usurper of his brother’s position as a general in the Union army, threatens to have her killed. Accompanied by her cousin Celia, Rosalind disguises herself as a man for safety's sake. The disguise comes in handy when she tests the devotion of her noble admirer, Orlando, on the run from his hostile older brother. Meanwhile, the rebel camp is alive with music — banjo, guitar, ukulele, mandolin and more. With Rosalind's wit leading the way, the forces of true love, justice and song eventually triumph.
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This production runs June 7 through Sep 26, ALTERNATING WITH OTHER PRODUCTIONS. Production dates / times: Sunday, June 7 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, June 14 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, June 20 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, June 28 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, July 12 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, July 18 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, Aug. 1 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, Aug. 9 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, Aug. 15 at 3:30 pm * • Saturday, Aug. 22 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, Aug. 29 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, Sept. 6 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, Sept. 13 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, Sept. 19 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, Sept. 20 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, Sept. 26 at 3:30 p.m .
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A special Prologue (pre-show discussion) happens Saturday, Aug 15 at 2:30 pm. (included in ticket price).
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Tickets range from $10-$39.50; children 6 and under are free. Info, complete schedule of all performances this summer, and advance tix, at 310-455-3723 or www.theatricum.com

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Jul 11 through Sep 26, in Topanga:
7:30 pm “GREEN GROW THE LILACS, ” the Pulitzer Prize-nominated play that inspired “Oklahoma!”, at Will Geer’s Theatricum Botanicum, 1419 N Topanga Canyon Bl, in the heart of Topanga Canyon, midway between Malibu and the San Fernando Valley. The production opens Sat, Jul 11 and runs through Sep 26. See the feature story in the “News” section of the Guide’s Jun 22 edition.
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Tix range from $10-$39.50, with discounts available for students, seniors, the military and AEA members.
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The season’s offerings here alternate. For a complete schedule of the summer season’s performances and to purchase tickets, call 310-455-3723 or go to www.theatricum.com

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Now through Aug 2, in Hollywood:
Andrew Lloyd Webber's “THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA” is a new production by Cameron Mackintosh at the Hollywood Pantages, 6233 Hollywood Bl, Hollywood; www.HollywoodPantages.com
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In L.A. for a limited 8-week run through August 2 at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre, with newly reinvented staging and stunning scenic design. This new version of “PHANTOM OF THE OPERA” is performed by a stunning cast and orchestra comprised of 52 superbly talented actors, singers and musicians. It’s being billed as “the MUST SEE production of 2015.”
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Tix start at $29. Box office opens daily at 10 am except holidays for in-person or phone orders at 800-982-2787. Info on the production, a video sneak peek, and online tix at: www.ThePhantomOfTheOpera.com/ustour

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happening after this coming weekend
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Sat, Aug 8, in downtown L.A.:
3-7 pm “BURGERS & BEER FESTIVAL” at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Features Los Angeles’ best burger restaurants serving their signature sliders and the state’s best craft breweries sampling the brews that have made them famous. Confirmed restaurants include Animal, Bouchon Bistro, Grill 'Em All, Ledlow, Pono Burger and many more to come. Confirmed breweries include Angel City Brewery, Bottle Logic Brewing, Ninkasi Brewing, Strand Brewing Company and many more to come.


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Fri-Sun, Sep 4-5-6,
FESTIVAL,
in Rhode Island:
Annual “RHYTHM & ROOTS FEST” in Ninigret State Park, RI. If you go, make it a day early to catch STEVE RILEY & THE MAMOU PLAYBOYS on Sep 3 at the Towers.
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Full info at www.rhythmandroots.com


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Fri-Sun, Sep 18-21,
FESTIVAL,
in Coloma (Northern Cal):
9th annual "AMERICAN RIVER MUSIC FESTIVAL" announced its lineup and began offering discounted early bird tickets on May 1, and that offer closes SOON.
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The festival recently announced its line-up:
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Main Stage:
Nicki Bluhm & The Gramblers, The Infamous Stringdusters, Dangermuffin, Nora Jane Struthers & The Party Line, Shook Twins, David Luning Band, Songs of the Fall, David Myles Trio, Spark and Whisper, Dennis Johnson and The Mississippi Ramblers.
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Other Stages ~ Campgrounds and Hot Spots:
Dangermuffin, Shook Twins, David Luning Band, Songs of the Fall, David Myles Trio, Spark and Whisper, Dennis Johnson and The Mississippi Ramblers, A Thousand Years at Sea, Proxima Parada, Achilles Wheel Duo, McNevin & The Spokes, Island of Black and White, The Keller Sisters, Stringtown Ambassadors, The Love Choir, Moon Shiner, The Painted Horses, Lumadae, Tamra Godey.
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Friday Night Showcase hosted by Michael Gaither:
Ten more performances tba.
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Sponsors say, "The South Fork wants you to hear music on its banks! Limited Time left to get ‘Early Bird’ discounts at the festival website.”
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The festival was named "Best of" choice for fun things to do in the Sacramento Bee newspaper, and called, "Friendly, Unforgettable" in the Mountain Democrat. "...what a great vibe at the festival" wrote the Auburn Journal. "Music and Moving Water in Perfect Harmony" says Submerge Magazine.
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Full info and tix, www.americanrivermusic.org/festival.php


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Fri-Sun, Oct 9-11,
FESTIVAL,
in Louisiana:
Annual “FESTIVALS ACADIENS” in Lafayette, LA. Info at www.festivalsacadiens.com includes discount room rates at Ramada Inn, Lafayette, if you book early.


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All coming up, some SOON, many with advance discounts, others that’ll sell-out quickly.


Sat, Jul 18, in SFV (West Hills):
8 pm "JEFF GOLD'S MONTHLY ACOUSTIC CONCERT SERIES" brings RASPIN STUWART plus DANNY FARAGHER at West Valley Music Center, 24424 Vanowen St, West Hills 91307; 818-992-4142; www.westvalleymusiccenter.com
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• Raspin Stuwart — powerfully passionate songwriter-stylist wows audiences with bluesy, jazzy, spirited music sung from his soul. Raspin is also the founding editor of arts journal "Boulevard" magazine.
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• Danny Faragher — dynamic singer and multi-instrumentalist, he delivers an eclectic mix of well-crafted original songs with honesty and conviction.
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Thursdays; remaining shows Jul 23 through Aug 13, in Culver City:
7 pm CULVER CITY'S “BOULEVARD MUSIC SUMMER FESTIVAL” runs weekly in the palm-lined courtyard of Culver City’s City Hall. Each concert is FREE and parking is free, with an optional $10 up-front reserved seat.
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The season’s offerings are diverse. Here’s the whole season’s schedule, after the July 9 opener:
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July 16: Classic Jazz/Blues with a superb trio of vocalists fronting the GEORGE KAHN JAZZ & BLUES REVUE, plus the look and feel of classic 60’s Motown/Soul from STONE SOUL.
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July 23: Elements of Celtic music, country (western and swing, too), blues, Cajun, Baroque, rock and roll and more from HOT LIPS & FINGERTIPS.
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July 30: Hot Jazz and Western Swing from the HOT CLUB OF COWTOWN (a Guide “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick!)
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Aug 6: Classic Rock with incredible vocals from VENICE.
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Aug 13: Zydeco music featuring the sounds of Creole from Louisiana and Texas, with the excellent BONNE MUSIQUE ZYDECO (a Guide “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick!)
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Avoid the crowds and parking hassles of other areas on the Westside. Courtyard opens at 4:30 pm. Careful with arriving early, because the free parking is free for two hours in designated parking structures in Culver City. Dozens of dining options are available within walking distance. You can even catch the new light rail to Culver City and a convenient Culver Bus to the concert, and not drive at all.

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Mon, Jul 27, in L.A.:
8pm “AN EVENING WITH MARK O'CONNOR” is a performance-interview in the Clive Davis Theatre at the GRAMMY Museum, 800 W Olympic Bl (at Figueroa), Los Angeles 90015; grammymuseum.org. General tix go on sale Thursday, July 9, 2015, at noon.
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For his first recording for Sony Classical, “Appalachia Waltz, ” GRAMMY-winning violinist MARK O'CONNOR collaborated with fellow GRAMMY winners YO-YO MA and EDGAR MEYER. The album gained O'Connor worldwide recognition as a leading proponent of a new American musical idiom.
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His successful follow-up release, “Appalachian Journey, ” received a GRAMMY for “Best Classical Crossover Album.” After an award-winning recording career in Nashville appearing on more than 500 albums, several of which are GRAMMY winners, including his own “New Nashville Cats, ” O'Connor has immersed himself into perpetuating American classical music. His first full-length orchestral score, "Fiddle Concerto, " has become the most-performed modern violin concerto composed in the last 50 years.
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In 2009, he developed the “O'Connor Method” for violin and strings, which takes an American classical approach to modern violin playing, offering a technical foundation using a diverse range of traditional American string repertoire. The “O'Connor Method Camp” will be held for the first time in New York this August. O'Connor's "Americana Symphony, " recorded by MARIN ALSOP AND THE BALTIMORE SYMPHONY, had a successful multimedia performance earlier in June with the NATIONAL REPERTORY ORCHESTRA in Breckenridge, Colorado.
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O'Connor's upcoming release, “Duo, ” a collaboration with his wife, fiddler/violinist MAGGIE O'CONNOR, features American classics arranged for two violins. In the museum’s Clive Davis Theater, Mark O'Connor will engage in an intimate discussion surrounding his music career, moderated by Scott Goldman, Vice President of the GRAMMY Foundation. And yes, the discussion will be followed by a special performance with O'Connor and his wife.
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Doors open at 7:30 pm, though the line forms earlier for the best seats. Show is at 8. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased in person at the Museum Box Office or online. General onsale begins Thursday, July 9, 2015 at noon.
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Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. Info or purchase by phone at 213-765-6803. Online purchases at www.grammymuseum.org

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Aug 22, in Bev Hills:
LEON RUSSELL plays the Saban Theatre, 8440 Wilshire Bl, Beverly Hills.
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Tix at www.canyonclub.net or 888-645-5006.

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Sep 10, in Bev Hills:
JOHN HIATT & THE COMBO plus TAJ MAHAL TRIO play the Saban Theatre, 8440 Wilshire Bl, Beverly Hills.
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Tix at www.canyonclub.net or 888-645-5006.

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Sat, Sep 19, in Hollywood:
LILA DOWNS plays the Hollywood Pantages.

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Oct 2, in BevHills:
GORDON LIGHTFOOT plays the Saban Theatre, 8440 Wilshire Bl, Beverly Hills.
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Tix at www.canyonclub.net or 888-645-5006.

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Dec 12, in BevHills:
""FRANK SINATRA'S 100th BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION" featuring FRANK SINATRA JR. "Sinatra Sings Sinatra" at the Saban Theatre, 8440 Wilshire Bl, Beverly Hills.
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Tix at www.canyonclub.net or 888-645-5006.

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