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LATE ADDITION: if you're stuck at home SATURDAY night, you can see BLAME SALLY perform on a 2015 episode of "Music Gone Public." It's on "PBS+" broadcast and cable, from 7-8 pm, repeating 4-5 am. On SUNDAY evening, same series, same channel, airs a 2015 episode with comedic singer-songwriter ANTSY McCLAIN, just one time, from 6-7 pm.
Now, back to the complete edition as originally published.
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There's PLENTY here for you this time around, in an edition that's all about LIVE MUSIC EVENTS. (Plenty of 'em!)
(Yes, we ARE working on a yuge music NEWS edition, but it's still being built.)
CUE THE BELLS 'N WHISTLES:
THIS'LL keep ya from missing any of the tunefully significant things to do.
THIS WEEKEND'S FESTIVALS are split between two up north -- one in Ojai, one in Santa Barbara -- and one down south, in Costa Mesa. Flip a coin for which way to go. All good 'uns!
Quickie note about NEXT weekend on the festival scene: Advance tix purchase for the "SEASIDE HIGHLAND GAMES" gets a discount through Oct 1. Info at:
http://www.seaside-games.com/nDocuments/advancedTickets.pdf
And this weekend & through the month, CONCERTS all over de place, hither 'n yon, to 'n fro, here, there, 'n everywhere, and we have "October Round One" of all that for you here.
Okay, there is one more thing. You will notice that we are beginning to drop the address & phone info for the usual venues. You probably know where they are. If you don't, it's easy to find all that stuff with your smart phone, anyway. And it saves us a whole lot of time, so it's just something we need to do.
Briefed? Ready? GO!
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IN THIS EDITION / CONTENTS...
1) Saturday's Festivals
2) Saturday's Concerts, etc.
3) Sunday's Festivals
4) Sunday's Concerts, etc.
5) Live Music this Coming Week, Monday thru Thursday (Oct 3 thru 6)
6) Next Weekend's Festivals (Fri, Oct 7 thru Sun, 9)
7) Next Weekend's Concerts (Fri, Oct 7 thru Sun, 9)
8) October's Artsy & Tuneful Times Ahead (Oct 10 thru 31 -- early look, more coming)
Let's Get Started!
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# 1 Feature...
SATURDAY'S FESTIVALS
Plenty out there. FIVE festivals today!
One...
Sat & Sun, Oct 1 & 2:
9 am-8 pm Annual "HARVEST FESTIVAL OF DULCIMERS" is an all-day SATURDAY affair with plenty of trad music workshops, a marvelous sale of used instruments, vendors of new instruments and other delights, food, and more. Then comes the evening concert, separately ticketed:
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6-8 pm Concert: CATHY BARTON & DAVE PARA, plus ROBERT FORCE. All at the Presbyterian Church of the Covenant, 2850 Fairview Rd, Costa Mesa 92626; dulcimer@scdh.org
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SUNDAY brings workshops at other venues. See Sunday Festivals listings.
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Two...
Sat, Oct 1:
11:30 am-10:30 pm "TOPATOPA MOUNTAIN FOLK FEST" with performances by THE WHITE BUFFALO, GRIZFOLK, JAIME WYATT AND THE BANG BANGS, TODD HANNIGAN & SLEEPING CHIEF, SHANE ALEXANDER & THE GREAT FAVORITES, DEAR LEMON TREES, LEE KOCH TRIO, THE BRAMBLES, and THE BRYAN TITUS TRIO, at Libbey Bowl, 201 S Signal St, Ojai 93023; 805-646-2094.
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Three...
Sun, Oct 2; Sat & Sun, Oct 1 & 2:
3-7 pm: Annual "TICKET TO THE TWENTIES" FESTIVAL" at the Homestead Museum, 15415 E Don Julian Rd, City of Industry 91745; 626-968-8492; www.homesteadmuseum.org. It's FREE admission and free parking. And if so few hours seem like it can't possibly be much, then you just don't know how to 23 skidoo. It's a weekend of great fun, where you'll celebrate the Roaring Twenties as you enjoy charming live music, dancing to the Charleston (or your best facsimile, off to the side of the ones who really know how), silent films, crafts, historic house tours (the museum has two big ones), games, demonstrations, old car and machinery displays, activities by the L.A. Art Deco Society, and more. They really know how to do this right. So polish-up your Stutz Bearcat. The Guide staff are big fans of this FREE annual event.
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TWO more FESTIVALS this weekend started Thursday night and are still going strong today (fully reported "back when" in previous editions)...
Four...
Sat, Oct 1; Thu-Sun, Sep 29-Oct 2:
Annual "SANTA BARBARA ACOUSTIC INSTRUMENT CELEBRATION (SBAIC)" continues with TWO fine events: FIRST, a 5:30 pm " GUITAR SUMMIT" show by PAUL ASBELL and DORIAN MICHAEL at SOHo Restaurant and Music Club, 1221 State St, Santa Barbara 93101; 805-962 7776. SECOND, a 7:30 pm show with ANNIE & THE HOT CLUB featuring (wow) RICHARD SMITH and MURIEL ANDERSON, at the Lobero Theatre, 33 E Canon Perdido St, Santa Barbara 93101; 805-963-0761.
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Five...
Sat, Oct 1; Thu-Sat, Sep 29-Oct 1: "YOU BLOOM L.A. MUSIC SUMMIT & FESTIVAL" The Summit takes place Friday and Saturday, September 30th and October 1st at Hamilton High School for the Arts (in Culver City adjacent) from 11 am to 6 pm both days. This is intended to rival the one they did in Ireland a couple of years ago. It promises "three days of the finest independent music and industry know-how." It all goes down in Northeast and Downtown L.A. venues, Sep 29th & 30th and Oct 1st. Tix include access to all conference events and gigs until they reach capacity. Delegate price is $100. Student with ID, $75. There's a lot to this, though it's not a Folk-Americana event. Still worth checking their site to see if it meets your needs as a musician. Full info at www.youbloom.com
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# 2 Feature...
SATURDAY'S CONCERTS, ETC.
Continuing events with multiple-performance dates are listed first. Following is everything that's today only, listed chronologically by start times.
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Continuing through Oct 23:
(See times) "BARS AND MEASURES" began its run Sep 24th at Boston Court Theatre, 70 N Mentor Av, Pasadena 91106; 626-683-6883; www.bostoncourt.org. This is "a National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere," by Idris Goodwin, directed by Weyni Mengesha. What's it about? Two brothers, both musicians. The classical pianist is Christian. The jazz bassist is Muslim. When Bilal is accused of being a terrorist and jailed awaiting trial, Eric tries to stay connected by pushing aside his own classical aspirations in order to learn big brother's jazz style. Separated by prison bars and religious convictions, the brothers scat and be-bop through their shared language of music. As his brother's trial progresses, Eric becomes disillusioned and struggles to decide if he believes the charges levied against his beloved older brother, or if false accusations make him a beleagured martyr to a prejudiced, paranoid nation. Cast: Brian Abraham, Zehra Fazal, Matt Orduna, Donathan Walters. Production team: Noah Agruss, Music Director/Composer; Francois-Pierre Couture, Scene & Projection Design; Tom Ontiveros, Lighting Design; John Nobori, Sound Design; Leah Piehl, Costume Design; Bethany Tucker, Properties Design; Michael Donovan, Casting Director; June Carryl, Assistant Director; Molly McGraw, Production Stage Manager. Performances Thursday-Saturday nights at 8 pm and Sundays at 2 pm, through October 23rd. Post-Show conversation with actors from Bars and Measures: Sunday, September 25th after the 2 pm performance and Thursday, October 13th after the 8 pm performance. There's a $5 Night: Thursday, September 29th. All tickets to Bars and Measures are only $5 this ONE NIGHT ONLY. No advance sales. First come, first served at the door starting at 7 pm. All other tix at: www.bostoncourt.com/events/294/bars-and-measures. Buy your tickets now while dates are still available; it's filling-up.
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Sat, Oct 1:
7 pm JONATHAN McEUEN plays the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena.
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Sat, Oct 1:
7 pm JULIE BRANDON, DAN SHUST, & KASEY IAEGER share an evening of "Sensitive folkie blues, shiny pop/soul, angsty song poems, all simmered in a frothy acoustic broth," at Butler's Coffee, 40125 10th St W Ste I, Palmdale 93551; www.butlerscoffee.com. Free, though venue requests a one-item food or drink purchase.
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Sat, Oct 1:
7:30 pm DOLLY PARTON plays the 1st of 2 nights at the Hollywood Bowl.
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Sat, Oct 1:
7:30 pm ANNIE & THE HOT CLUB with RICHARD SMITH & MURIEL ANDERSON play the Lobero Theatre in Santa Barbara.
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Sat, Oct 1:
7:30 pm RICHARD SHINDELL plays Brick 15 (Del Mar, San Diego)
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Sat, Oct 1:
8 pm ROSANNE CASH plays the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons in Santa Clarita.
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Sat, Oct 1:
8 pm JAMES INTVELDT plays the Arcadia Blues Club in Arcadia.
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Sat, Oct 1:
8 pm BOB NEUWIRTH & FRIENDS play McCabe’s in Santa Monica.
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Sat, Oct 1:
8 pm WHISKEY SUNDAY plays the Tam O’Shanter in Los Angeles.
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# 3 Feature...
SUNDAY'S FESTIVALS
Three weekend festivals run through Sunday...
Uno...
Sun, Oct 2; Sat & sun, Oct 1 & 2:
10 am-2 pm WORKSHOPS DAY: Annual "HARVEST FESTIVAL OF DULCIMERS" happen in two different locations, and require advance registration at Saturday's main event OR by email.
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"HAMMERED DULCIMER & OTHER INSTRUMENTS" with CATHY BARTON & DAVE PARA is at a private home in Fullerton.
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"MOUNTAIN DULCIMER" with ROBERT FORCE is at a private home in Downey.
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Register or get info for either at: dulcimer@scdh.org
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Dos...
Sun, Oct 2; Sat & Sun, Oct 1 & 2:
3-7 pm: Annual "TICKET TO THE TWENTIES" FESTIVAL" at the Homestead Museum, 15415 E Don Julian Rd, City of Industry 91745; 626-968-8492; www.homesteadmuseum.org. It's FREE admission and free parking. And if so few hours seem like it can't possibly be much, then you just don't know how to 23 skidoo. It's a weekend of great fun, where you'll celebrate the Roaring Twenties as you enjoy charming live music, dancing to the Charleston (or your best facsimile, off to the side of the ones who really know how), silent films, crafts, historic house tours (the museum has two big ones), games, demonstrations, old car and machinery displays, activities by the L.A. Art Deco Society, and more. They really know how to do this right. So polish-up your Stutz Bearcat. The Guide staff are big fans of this FREE annual event.
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Tres...
Sun, Oct 2; Thu-Sun, Sep 29-Oct 2:
Annual "SANTA BARBARA ACOUSTIC INSTRUMENT CELEBRATION (SBAIC)" continues with a 5:30 pm dinner show by THE DAVID PRITCHARD ACOUSTIC GUITAR TRIO at SOHo Restaurant & Music Club, 1221 State St, Santa Barbara 93101; 805-962 7776.
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# 4 Feature...
SUNDAY'S CONCERTS, ETC.
Continuing events with multiple-performance dates are listed first. Following is everything that's today only, listed chronologically by start times.
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Continuing through Oct 23:
(See times) "BARS AND MEASURES" began its run Sep 24th at Boston Court Theatre, 70 N Mentor Av, Pasadena 91106; 626-683-6883; www.bostoncourt.org. This is "a National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere," by Idris Goodwin, directed by Weyni Mengesha. What's it about? Two brothers, both musicians. The classical pianist is Christian. The jazz bassist is Muslim. When Bilal is accused of being a terrorist and jailed awaiting trial, Eric tries to stay connected by pushing aside his own classical aspirations in order to learn big brother's jazz style. Separated by prison bars and religious convictions, the brothers scat and be-bop through their shared language of music. As his brother's trial progresses, Eric becomes disillusioned and struggles to decide if he believes the charges levied against his beloved older brother, or if false accusations make him a beleagured martyr to a prejudiced, paranoid nation. Cast: Brian Abraham, Zehra Fazal, Matt Orduna, Donathan Walters. Production team: Noah Agruss, Music Director/Composer; Francois-Pierre Couture, Scene & Projection Design; Tom Ontiveros, Lighting Design; John Nobori, Sound Design; Leah Piehl, Costume Design; Bethany Tucker, Properties Design; Michael Donovan, Casting Director; June Carryl, Assistant Director; Molly McGraw, Production Stage Manager. Performances Thursday-Saturday nights at 8 pm and Sundays at 2 pm, through October 23rd. Post-Show conversation with actors from Bars and Measures: Sunday, September 25th after the 2 pm performance and Thursday, October 13th after the 8 pm performance. There's a $5 Night: Thursday, September 29th. All tickets to Bars and Measures are only $5 this ONE NIGHT ONLY. No advance sales. First come, first served at the door starting at 7 pm. All other tix at: www.bostoncourt.com/events/294/bars-and-measures. Buy your tickets now while dates are still available; it's filling-up.
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Sun, Oct 2:
11 am STRINGFIRE plays an early matinee at the Del Mar Sierra Condo Rec Room in Pasadena.
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Sun, Oct 2:
2 pm TRACY GRAMMER plays a matinee at the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena.
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Sun, Oct 2:
7 pm TIM WEISBERG plays the evening show at the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena.
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Sun, Oct 2:
7:30 pm DOLLY PARTON plays the 2nd of 2 nights at the Hollywood Bowl.
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Sun, Oct 2:
7:30 pm THE QUEBE SISTERS play the California Center for the Arts in Escondido, San Diego Co.
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Sun, Oct 2:
8 pm ANI DIFRANCO and CHASTITY BROWN play the Belly Up Tavern in Solana Beach (San Diego).
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Sun, Oct 2:
8 pm RICHARD SHINDELL plays McCabe’s in Santa Monica.
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Sun, Oct 2:
8 pm "CRAZY UNDERNEATH THE TREES" at Beyond Baroque, 681 Venice Bl, Venice 90291; 310-822-3006; www.beyondbaroque. PAUL LACQUES (I See Hawks in L.A.) and MIKE TEMPO do the music for this bold and poetic two man play by Rob Sullivan and Darrell Larson, and Paul tells us, it's "always an adventure!" More info: www.facebook.com/BBLitArts/about/?entry_point=page_nav_about_item
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LIVE MUSIC THIS COMING WEEK, Monday thru Thursday (Oct 3 thru 6)
Continuing events with multiple-performance dates are listed first. Following is everything from Oct 3 thru 6, listed chronologically.
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Continuing through Oct 23:
(See times) "BARS AND MEASURES" began its run Sep 24th at Boston Court Theatre, 70 N Mentor Av, Pasadena 91106; 626-683-6883; www.bostoncourt.org. This is "a National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere," by Idris Goodwin, directed by Weyni Mengesha. What's it about? Two brothers, both musicians. The classical pianist is Christian. The jazz bassist is Muslim. When Bilal is accused of being a terrorist and jailed awaiting trial, Eric tries to stay connected by pushing aside his own classical aspirations in order to learn big brother's jazz style. Separated by prison bars and religious convictions, the brothers scat and be-bop through their shared language of music. As his brother's trial progresses, Eric becomes disillusioned and struggles to decide if he believes the charges levied against his beloved older brother, or if false accusations make him a beleagured martyr to a prejudiced, paranoid nation. Cast: Brian Abraham, Zehra Fazal, Matt Orduna, Donathan Walters. Production team: Noah Agruss, Music Director/Composer; Francois-Pierre Couture, Scene & Projection Design; Tom Ontiveros, Lighting Design; John Nobori, Sound Design; Leah Piehl, Costume Design; Bethany Tucker, Properties Design; Michael Donovan, Casting Director; June Carryl, Assistant Director; Molly McGraw, Production Stage Manager. Performances Thursday-Saturday nights at 8 pm and Sundays at 2 pm, through October 23rd. Post-Show conversation with actors from Bars and Measures: Sunday, September 25th after the 2 pm performance and Thursday, October 13th after the 8 pm performance. There's a $5 Night: Thursday, September 29th. All tickets to Bars and Measures are only $5 this ONE NIGHT ONLY. No advance sales. First come, first served at the door starting at 7 pm. All other tix at: www.bostoncourt.com/events/294/bars-and-measures. Buy your tickets now while dates are still available; it's filling-up.
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MONDAY, OCTOBER 3
Mon, Oct 3:
7:30 pm "AMERICAN SATURDAY NIGHT: LIVE FROM THE GRAND OLE OPRY" is the latest offering in the "REEL TO REEL" music documentary film series at the GRAMMY Museum, Olympic & Figueroa in the LA Live complex, downtown L.A.; 213-765-6800; www.grammymuseum.com. The GRAMMY Museum tells us they are "thrilled to present a special screening" of this film -- the first-ever feature film about the show that made country music famous. Following the screening, Executive Producer Pete Fisher and Director/Executive Producer George J. Flanigen IV will participate in an intimate Q&A hosted by Scott Goldman.
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Mon, Oct 3:
7:30 pm THE QUEBE SISTERS play the David Naiditch House Concerts series in Altadena. Reservations get directions at: davidnaiditch@charter.net
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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 4
Tue, Oct 4:
6 pm ANI DIFRANCO and CHASTITY BROWN play the Orpheum Theatre in Los Angeles.
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Tue, Oct 4:
7 pm JACKSON BROWNE plays the Majestic Ventura Theatre in Ventura.
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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5
Wed, Oct 5:
7 pm G BURNS JUG BAND plays the Cardiff Library in Cardiff, San Diego Co.
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Wed, Oct 5:
7:30 pm JACKSON BROWNE plays the Bridges Auditorium at Pomona College in Claremont.
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Wed, Oct 5:
7:30 pm CHARLIE MUSSELWHITE plus CYNDI LAUPER play The Greek Theatre in Griffith Park, Los Angeles.
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Wed, Oct 5:
7:30 pm RICHARD SHINDELL with DAVID ARTHUR BROWN plays Tales from the Tavern at the Maverick Saloon in Santa Ynez.
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Mon, Oct 5:
8 pm JERRY DOUGLAS BAND plus MAURA O’CONNELL play the Lobero Theatre in Santa Barbara.
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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 6
Thu, Oct 6:
8 pm DENNIS G & THE ZYDECO TRAIL RIDERZ play the Old Town Newhall Library in Newhall (Santa Clarita).
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Thu, Oct 6:
8:30 pm LEFTOVER CUTIES plus SMITHFIELD BARGAIN play the Bootleg Theatre in Los Angeles.
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# 6 Feature...
NEXT WEEKEND'S FESTIVALS (Fri, Oct 7 thru Sun, 9)
Fri-Sun, Oct 7-9:
Annual "SEASIDE HIGHLAND GAMES" has an opening indoor concert on Friday, then commences as a bigtime outdoor event 9 am-5 pm Sat & Sun at the Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Bl, Ventura. (You can ride Amtrak's "Pacific Surfliner" from san Diego and all points north to San Luis Obispo; the Ventura station is at the fairgrounds.)
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Musical headliners: The BROWNE SISTERS & GEORGE CAVANAUGH; CELTIC SPRING (step-dancing fiddlers); ERIC RIGLER & DIRK FREYMUTH (Eric did music for Braveheart, Titanic, Austin Powers, Outlander, The Simpsons, Phil Collins, Josh Groban, Faith Hill, Tom Hanks & Paul Newman's The Road To Perdition, Mike Oldfield's Tubular Bells 2, and much more); The ANGRY BRIANS (formerly 1916); THE WYLDE ROVERS; and THE PLOUGHBOYS.
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This festival brings abundant Celtic and Scottish fun that includes plenty of live music on multiple stages, indoors & out, the "Massed Bands" and parades of bagpipe and drum bands (which compete), Celtic vendors, Sheepdog Demos, Celtic Musical Entertainment, Scottish fiddle competition, more than 80 Clan Societies, the trademark "Large Men & Lovely Ladies Throwing Stuff" in the Highland Games, authentic food of the British Isles and Ireland, craft breweries Beer Tasting, the fifth annual Seaside Street Dance, and more.
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Order tix by October 1 and receive an advance purchase discount. Tix and info at www.seaside-games.com
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Plus, the optional Saturday night:
In addition to the daytime hours there is a "Saturday Night Ceilidh" featuring the Miramar 3d MARINE AIRCRAFT WING BAND (Yep, the Marine Corps band is back). It's an evening of good music, food and drink at the Sheraton Four Points Ballroom, with music by the SPEYSIDE MUSIC ENSEMBLE, Ceilidh dancing with L.A. SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE DEM. TEAM, and a special performance by the Miramar 3d Marine Aircraft Wing Band. Tickets for this "add-on" are available at the door or by preorder through the website.
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Sat, Oct 8, all day:
1st Annual "FOLKWORKS FOLK/ROOTS FESTIVAL" in Santa Monica features top-notch Folk-Americana, roots, plus the "world music" that the FolkWorks crew loves so much. See the Guide's feature story reprinted at the end of this section (from our Sep 24 edition). Tix are now available at: www.fwfolkrootsfestival.com
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Sun, Oct 9:
10 am-6 pm Annual "SANTA BARBARA OLD-TIME FIDDLERS’ CONVENTION & FESTIVAL" at Rancho La Patera & Stow House in Goleta. Thiis a delightful setting, and DAVID BRAEGGER is heading the event, starting this year, so expect a fine stage lineup in addition to the dazzling competitors. You can ride Amtrak's "Pacific Surfliners" and avoid the drive; they have a shuttle from the Goleta train station to the festival.
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SPECIAL reprint from our Sep 23 edition:
INAUGURAL FOLKWORKS FOLK/ROOTS FESTIVAL COMING OCTOBER 8
Saturday, October 8, from 10 am-11 pm, a must-attend event is the inaugural "FOLKWORKS FOLK/ROOTS FESTIVAL" at two venues in Santa Monica. Tix are available now, ranging from $10-$35, at http://fwfolkrootsfestival.com/tickets. That'll make plenty of sense after you read why those prices are so vastly different.
The sponsors -- the FolkWorks editors, their staff of writers and their organization's board, say, "After years of thinking that FolkWorks should do a Folk/Roots Music and Dance Festival, we are actually doing it and we are really excited. We have planned a full day of events from Workshops to Dances to Evening Concerts and a jam packed afternoon."
They continue, "We have put together a fine lineup of teachers, dance bands and much more. All done by volunteers. As is always in keeping with our mission, we are bringing together and presenting to you, artists and activities that represent some of the great diversity of Folk/Roots/Trad Music, Dance and Storytelling in the greater Los Angeles area. Close your eyes and envision the day."
That day starts with MORNING AND AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES, "Four hours of workshops -- Fiddle, Banjo, Mandolin, Ukulele, Guitar, Singing, Belly Dancing, and more. From old-time Appalachian to East Europe, from beginning to advanced technique, there is something for everyone. This will be held in the EC English School classrooms (from 10 am to 2 pm) where you can concentrate without distractions."
What's next? "In the main hall, starting at 1 pm, there will be activities such as group singing, interesting films about folk / traditional music and dance, plus a silent auction. Then, starting at 2 pm, there will be Square Dancing with SAUSAGE GRINDER providing the music and ANNALISE PERONE leading the dances, Cajun Dancing with HIGH LIFE CAJUN BAND with KAREN REDDING teaching and leading the dance, and ending with Morris Dancing with WILD WOOD BORDER MORRIS. Bring your dancing shoes and be ready to click up your heels."
The grand culmination is the series of EVENING CONCERTS, which "will flow from one exciting group to another." Here's just part of that big festival-like lineup.
• Opening the evening is THE SUSIE GLAZE NEW FOLK ENSEMBLE, with their unique fusion of folk songs and new songs are backed by mandolin, fiddle, guitar and bass.
• Then, witness the power of gospel singer LINDA ALVAREZ channeling MAHALIA JACKSON. You will be on your feet jumping for joy.
• The bluegrass trio WITCHER, RECEPIDO & LEVITT are known individually for their prowess. They formed this trio a few years ago to play a fundraiser for the late Pitt Kinsolving, and they enjoyed the response so much that they've been picking together ever since.
• You will have a rare opportunity to hear some of the best and exciting traditional Irish music with WAKING KATE. Lead by fiddle wiz CHRIS LOKEN, he is joined with Uillean piper BRIAN WALSH, rhythm guitarist SCOTT FITZPATRICK, and bodhran player PATRICK RIEGER."
• A longtime FolkWorks favorite, NEVENKA EAST EUROPEAN WOMAN’S CHOIR, brings "awesome harmonies [that] will send shivers down your spine. They will be accompanied by string wizard PAT MacSWYNEY."
• The evening will end with Guide faves, the exciting duo of RENEE SAFIER & ANDY HILL. Renowned for producing the excellent and long-running "Dylan Fest" every year, together with their award-winning band, HARD RAIN, they are likewise a formidable and well-traveled duo. They will, as FolkWorks promises, "get you up singing and dancing," plus, "You are bound to know their songs."
The MAIN EVENT LOCATION is the Santa Monica Bay Woman’s Club, 1210 4th St, Santa Monica (near Wilshire Bl.). The WORKSHOP LOCATION is the EC English School, 401 Wilshire Bl, #350, Santa Monica.
ALL DAY or HALF DAY TICKETS are available, a nice concept that allows workshop and kinetic types and concert listeners to buy only what they need. ALL DAY TICKETS include admission to the WORKSHOPS and DANCES, as well as FILMS, a SILENT AUCTION, and the multi-act evening CONCERT that begins at 7 pm. HALF DAY TICKETS are of two kinds. One gets you into the WORKSHOPS & DANCE ONLY, and are designed for 10 am-5 pm attendance. The other is the CONCERT ONLY ticket that admits you in time for the 7 pm evening extravaganza of live performances.
But there's more with the evening ticket options. You can buy "General admission plus two additional options." One of those is a VIP Four person table in front of stage. The other is reserved seating in the first two rows of seats.
The complete CONCERT lineup is formidable, and deserves at least a complete listing. It's:
• TRACY NEWMAN, the emcee
• THE SUSIE GLAZE NEW FOLK ENSEMBLE
• LINDA ALVAREZ & GOSPEL CHOIR
• WITCHER, RECUPIDO & LEVITT
• ROSS ALTMAN
• WAKING KATE
• NEVENKA
• RENEE SAFIER/ANDY HILL
Tix are available now, ranging from $10-$35, at http://fwfolkrootsfestival.com/tickets.
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NEXT WEEKEND'S CONCERTS (Fri, Oct 7 thru Sun, Oct 9)
Continuing events with multiple-performance dates are listed first. Following is everything that's chronological from Oct 7 thru 9.
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Continuing through Oct 23:
(See times) "BARS AND MEASURES" began its run Sep 24th at Boston Court Theatre, 70 N Mentor Av, Pasadena 91106; 626-683-6883; www.bostoncourt.org. This is "a National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere," by Idris Goodwin, directed by Weyni Mengesha. What's it about? Two brothers, both musicians. The classical pianist is Christian. The jazz bassist is Muslim. When Bilal is accused of being a terrorist and jailed awaiting trial, Eric tries to stay connected by pushing aside his own classical aspirations in order to learn big brother's jazz style. Separated by prison bars and religious convictions, the brothers scat and be-bop through their shared language of music. As his brother's trial progresses, Eric becomes disillusioned and struggles to decide if he believes the charges levied against his beloved older brother, or if false accusations make him a beleagured martyr to a prejudiced, paranoid nation. Cast: Brian Abraham, Zehra Fazal, Matt Orduna, Donathan Walters. Production team: Noah Agruss, Music Director/Composer; Francois-Pierre Couture, Scene & Projection Design; Tom Ontiveros, Lighting Design; John Nobori, Sound Design; Leah Piehl, Costume Design; Bethany Tucker, Properties Design; Michael Donovan, Casting Director; June Carryl, Assistant Director; Molly McGraw, Production Stage Manager. Performances Thursday-Saturday nights at 8 pm and Sundays at 2 pm, through October 23rd. Post-Show conversation with actors from Bars and Measures: Sunday, September 25th after the 2 pm performance and Thursday, October 13th after the 8 pm performance. There's a $5 Night: Thursday, September 29th. All tickets to Bars and Measures are only $5 this ONE NIGHT ONLY. No advance sales. First come, first served at the door starting at 7 pm. All other tix at: www.bostoncourt.com/events/294/bars-and-measures. Buy your tickets now while dates are still available; it's filling-up.
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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7
Fri, Oct 7:
7-9 pm WOMEN ON THE MOVE TRIO, comprised of performing songwriters LINDA GELERIS, JOAN ENGUITA WILLINGHAM, & TRISH LESTER, plays Fiddlers Crossing, 206 East F St, Tehachapi 93561; 661-823-9994. FREE admission. It's a full evening of that Women on the Move Trio unique vocal blend — original songs from their new CD, "Honey with my Tea," plus material from such beloved artists as Elvis Presley and John Denver. Enjoy harmonious originality, personal reflection, touches of nostalgia and dashes of humor. Instrumentation includes guitar, mandolin, dulcimer, ukulele, djembe drum and light percussion. It's a family-friendly show. Coffee, tea and goodies included. Doors open at 6:30 pm for a full evening of original folk/pop songs and sing-along favorites.
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Fri, Oct 7:
7 pm JOHN BATDORF & JAMES LEE STANLEY reunite at last at the Museum of Making Music in Carlsbad, San Diego Co.
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Fri, Oct 7:
7:30 pm CATHY BARTON & DAVE PARA play Templars Hall in Old Poway Park, Poway, San Diego Co.
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Fri, Oct 7:
8 pm DONOVAN plays The Rose in Pasadena.
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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8
Sat, Oct 8:
2 & 8 pm PASADENA SYMPHONY season opener of the "Symphony Classics" season, at Ambassador Auditorium in Pasadena. Program is Mendelssohn, Violin Concerto in E minor, Op. 64; Norman ,The Great Swiftness; Brahms, Symphony No. 4. David Lockington, conductor, Elena Urioste, violin. The symphony spokesperson says, "We're gearing up for a tremendous Symphony Season and hope that you can join us for Pasadena's most anticipated opening night! ...Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto, performed by acclaimed BBC New Generation Artist Elena Urioste. Also on the program, Brahms' 4th Symphony, and a contemporary piece by Andrew Norman, who will be speaking at 'Insights' - the pre-concert discussion with Music Director David Lockington and soloist Elena Urioste. 'Insights' begins one hour prior to each performance." To learn more about the composers and music being performed, check out the program notes at http://www.pasadenasymphony-pops.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Program-Notes-October-8-2016.pdf. Tix, 626-793-7172.
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Sat, Oct 8:
6 pm HONEY WHISKEY TRIO plays The Barrel Room in Santa Ana.
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Sat, Oct 8:
7 pm CATHY BARTON & DAVE PARA play the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena.
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Sat, Oct 8:
7:30 pm JOHN SEBASTIAN plays the AMSD Concert Series in the Laura R. Charles Theater, at Sweetwater High School in National City, San Diego Co.
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Sat, Oct 8:
8 pm DONOVAN plays the Saban Theatre in Beverly Hills. (Tix at the Canyon Club website.)
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Sat, Oct 8:
8 pm SUZZY ROCHE & LUCY WAINWRIGHT ROCHE play McCabe’s in Santa Monica.
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Sat, Oct 8:
8-11 pm SHAKE RUSSELL & MICHAEL HEARNE play the Four Friends Gallery, 1414 E Thousand Oaks Bl, Thousand Oaks 91362. 21+ show. Tix & info, Steve Brogden at 805-358-4970 or brogdenbay@gmail.com.
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Sat, Oct 8:
8 pm SMITHFIELD BARGAIN plays the Grand Annex in San Pedro.
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Sat, Oct 8:
8 pm JOHN BATDORF & JAMES LEE STANLEY reunite at Boulevard Music in Culver City.
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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9
Sun, Oct 9:
2 pm ART PODELL (New Christy Minstrels, and of late, radio host) plays the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena.
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Sun, Oct 9:
3 pm SUGAR STILL plus NATHAN McEUEN play Old Oak Cellars in Pasadena.
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Sun, Oct 9:
7 pm JOHN BATDORF & JAMES LEE STANLEY reunite at the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena.
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Sun, Oct 9:
8 pm PATTY LARKIN & KENNY WHITE play McCabe’s in Santa Monica.
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OCTOBER'S ARTSY & TUNEFUL TIMES AHEAD (Oct 10 thru 31, and a few things beyond that -- an early look at all of it, more coming)
Continuing events with multiple-performance dates are listed first. Following is everything that's chronological from Oct 10 thru 31.
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Continuing through Oct 23:
(See times) "BARS AND MEASURES" began its run Sep 24th at Boston Court Theatre, 70 N Mentor Av, Pasadena 91106; 626-683-6883; www.bostoncourt.org. This is "a National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere," by Idris Goodwin, directed by Weyni Mengesha. What's it about? Two brothers, both musicians. The classical pianist is Christian. The jazz bassist is Muslim. When Bilal is accused of being a terrorist and jailed awaiting trial, Eric tries to stay connected by pushing aside his own classical aspirations in order to learn big brother's jazz style. Separated by prison bars and religious convictions, the brothers scat and be-bop through their shared language of music. As his brother's trial progresses, Eric becomes disillusioned and struggles to decide if he believes the charges levied against his beloved older brother, or if false accusations make him a beleagured martyr to a prejudiced, paranoid nation. Cast: Brian Abraham, Zehra Fazal, Matt Orduna, Donathan Walters. Production team: Noah Agruss, Music Director/Composer; Francois-Pierre Couture, Scene & Projection Design; Tom Ontiveros, Lighting Design; John Nobori, Sound Design; Leah Piehl, Costume Design; Bethany Tucker, Properties Design; Michael Donovan, Casting Director; June Carryl, Assistant Director; Molly McGraw, Production Stage Manager. Performances Thursday-Saturday nights at 8 pm and Sundays at 2 pm, through October 23rd. Post-Show conversation with actors from Bars and Measures: Sunday, September 25th after the 2 pm performance and Thursday, October 13th after the 8 pm performance. There's a $5 Night: Thursday, September 29th. All tickets to Bars and Measures are only $5 this ONE NIGHT ONLY. No advance sales. First come, first served at the door starting at 7 pm. All other tix at: www.bostoncourt.com/events/294/bars-and-measures. Buy your tickets now while dates are still available; it's filling-up.
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MONDAY, OCTOBER 10
Mon, Oct 10:
8 pm "AN EVENING WITH DONOVAN" at the GRAMMY Museum, Olympic & Figueroa at LA Live, L.A.; www.grammymuseum.com. In celebration of the 50-year anniversary of his 1966 landmark album "Sunshine Superman," the GRAMMY Museum welcomes DONOVAN to the Clive Davis Theater for an intimate conversation and special performance, hosted by Scott Goldman, Vice President of the GRAMMY Foundation and MusiCares. General on sale tix began September 23 at noon. Jump on it.
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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12
Wed, Oct 12:
7 to 11:30 pm "MA RAINEY’S BLACK BOTTOM" at the Mark Taper Forum at the Los Angeles Music Center. An American masterpiece written by AUGUST WILSON, this is a powerful depiction of rage and racism set in 1927 Chicago. Tony Award winner PHYLICIA RASHAD directs this groundbreaking play from August Wilson’s "American Century Cycle," a series of ten plays chronicling the twentieth-century African American experience.
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Wed, Oct 12:
7 pm SUGAR STILL plus NATHAN McEUEN play the Arroyo Seco Golf Clubhouse in South Pasadena.
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Wed, Oct 12:
7:30 pm JOHN SEBASTIAN plays SOHo Restaurant & Music Club in Santa Barbara.
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Wed, Oct 12:
7:30 pm TIM ERIKSEN plays Brick 15 in Del Mar, San Diego Co.
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Wed & Thu, Oct 12 & 13:
NEIL YOUNG + THE PROMISE OF THE REAL are playing "two very special, intimate performances between Desert Trip." These are two nights at the Fox Theater in Pomona. Tix went on sale on Fri, Sep 23. Hurry!
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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13
Thu-Sun, Oct 13-16:
Annual "FOLK ALLIANCE FAR-WEST CONFERENCE" in Bellevue, Washington. The Guide brought you features stories while you could still get discounts and sign-up to perform. But you can still register and attend. Full details at www.far-west.org
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Thu, Oct 13; Wed & Thu, Oct 12 & 13:
NEIL YOUNG + THE PROMISE OF THE REAL are playing "two very special, intimate performances between Desert Trip." These are two nights at the Fox Theater in Pomona. Tix went on sale on Fri, Sep 23. Hurry!
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Thu, Oct 13:
8 pm "SPOTLIGHT: SARA WATKINS" of NICKEL CREEK, sponsored by 88.5 KCSN at the GRAMMY Museum, Olympic & Figueroa in the LA Live complex, downtown L.A.; www.grammymuseum.com. The GRAMMY Museum welcomes acclaimed singer-songwriter Sara Watkins to the Clive Davis Theater for an intimate conversation and special performance surrounding her third solo record - and most powerful, personal and revealing one yet - "Young in All the Wrong Ways." Hosted by Scott Goldman, Vice President of the GRAMMY Foundation and MusiCares. General tix went onsSale September 23 at noon, so don't dawdle.
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Thu, Oct 13:
8 pm TIM ERIKSEN plays Molly Malone’s in Los Angeles.
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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14
Fri, Oct 14:
5:30 pm THE GARLIC BAND plays Heisler Park Amphitheater in Laguna Beach.
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Fri, Oct 14:
7:30 pm CHERYL WHEELER plays Brick 15 in Del Mar, San Diego Co.
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Fri, Oct 14:
8 pm DOM FLEMONS & LEYLA McCALLA play McCabe’s in Santa Monica.
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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15
Sat, Oct 15:
FRETBOARD SUMMIT at Rancho Bernardo Inn in San Diego.
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Sat, Oct 15:
4 pm SALTY SUITES play the "Relay for Life" American Cancer Society fundraiser in Laguna Beach.
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Sat, Oct 15:
7:30 pm PETER ALSOP plays the Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum in Topanga.
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Sat, Oct 15:
7:30 pm CHATHAM COUNTY LINE plays Brick 15 in Del Mar, San Diego Co.
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Sat, Oct 15:
7:30 pm DOM FLEMONS & LEYLA McCALLA play the AMSD Concert Series in the Laura R. Charles Theater at Sweetwater High School, National City, San Diego Co.
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Sat, Oct 15:
8 pm CHERYL WHEELER plays McCabe’s in Santa Monica.
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Sat, Oct 15:
8 pm JENI & BILLY plus CORRINA CARTER play "The Living Tradition" monthly concert series at the Anaheim Downtown Community Center in Anaheim.
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Sat, Oct 15:
8 pm PETE & MAURA KENNEDY, plus RADOSLAV LORKOVIC, and DEAD ROCK WEST, play the Lobero Theatre in Santa Barbara.
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Sat, Oct 15:
8 pm KEN O’MALLEY brings his authentic & original Irish music to the Tam O’Shanter in Los Angeles.
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Sat, Oct 15:
8 pm BONNE MUSIQUE ZYDECO plays the Grand Annex in San Pedro.
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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16
Sun, Oct 16:
THE FRETBOARD SUMMIT concludes today at the Rancho Bernardo Inn in San Diego Co.
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Sun, Oct 16:
7 pm-1 am: "ROARING '20s PROHIBITION SPEAKEASY RED CARPET GALA" is FREE with tix, at the Reserve, 650 S Spring St, downtown Los Angeles 90014. Eugene Sidney Entertainment hosts its annual “Roaring 20's Gala” complete with red carpet, '20s style decor, and all of the entertainment & networking you expect. Invitees include celebrities and friends joining in this historic event, Speakeasy Party style. During the time of Prohibition, the Speakeasy was born and all levels of society began to party behind closed doors. This takes you back to the Roaring '20s and re-creates the feeling of days gone by. In an historic building in downtown Los Angeles, this event features beautiful '20s-style Deco decor, specialty cocktails, music, dancing and a few surprises. DRESS CODE: Feel free to dress in theme for this event as costumes are encouraged (but not required); since this event represents the 1920s, special guests are dressed in the styles of this era. However, a lovely dress for the lady and outstanding suit for the gentleman should also do the job. Tix (they're free, but limited) and info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/roaring-20s-prohibition-speakeasy-red-carpet-gala-tickets-27334979660?aff=erellivmlt
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Sun, Oct 16:
8 pm CHATHAM COUNTY LINE plays McCabe’s in Santa Monica.
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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 18
Tue, Oct 18:
WILLIE NELSON & FAMILY play the Pantages Theatre in Hollywood.
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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19
Wed, Oct 19:
JACKIE BRISTOW, acclaimed New Zealand folk singer-songwriter, plays two California dates on her current US tour, both on the Central Coast: Wed, Oct 19 in Santa Ynez, at "Tales From The Tavern Concert Series" at The Maverick Saloon; the other on Fri, Oct 21 in San Luis Obispo at the Steynberg Gallery.
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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 20
Thu, Oct 20:
7 pm CHRIS PROCTOR plays the Museum of Making Music in Carlsbad, San Diego Co.
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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21
Fri, Oct 21, not music, but important:
Noon to 2 pm "RESIST! A WORKSHOP ON STUDENT ACTIVISM" presented by DarkMatter is an event in the USC "Visions & Voices" series, this one at Parkside Performance Café on the USC campus in University Park, L.A. Admission is free. Reservations are required (due to space). Make them at: http://visionsandvoices.usc.edu/events/listing.php?event_id=773918. Drawing from their experience working on campaigns for gender, racial, economic, and environmental justice, DarkMatter will present a workshop focused on skill-building and theoretical frameworks for student activism. Taking an intersectional approach to issues of race, class, gender, and sexuality, they will explore how the university system keeps us reading rather than revolting.
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Fri, Oct 21:
JACKIE BRISTOW, acclaimed New Zealand folk singer-songwriter, plays two California dates on her current US tour, both on the Central Coast: Wed, Oct 19 in Santa Ynez, at "Tales From The Tavern Concert Series" at The Maverick Saloon; the other on Fri, Oct 21 in San Luis Obispo at the Steynberg Gallery.
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Fri, Oct 21:
8 pm THE GOOD INTENTIONS plus THE SUSIE GLAZE NEW FOLK ENSEMBLE play the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena.
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Fri, Oct 21:
8 pm PETER CASE plays McCabe’s in Santa Monica.
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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22
Sat, Oct 22:
7 pm THE GARLIC BAND plays the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena.
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Sat, Oct 22:
7:30 pm BERKLEY HART plays Brick 15 in Del Mar, San Diego Co.
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Sat, Oct 22:
7:30 pm BASIANI plays the Broad Stage in Santa Monica.
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Sat, Oct 22:
8 pm RITA HOSKING plays the Pasadena Folk Music Society series in Beckman Institute Auditorium ("Little Beckman") on the Caltech campus in Pasadena.
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Sat, Oct 22:
8 pm CHRIS PROCTOR plays Boulevard Music in Culver City.
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Sat, Oct 22:
8 pm THE SUSIE GLAZE NEW FOLK ENSEMBLE featuring GLENN HOUSTON plays McCabe’s in Santa Monica.
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Sat, Oct 22:
8 pm BURNING HEART BLUEGRASS plus SUGAR IN THE GOURD play the Fret House in Covina.
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Sat, Oct 22:
8 pm WAKING KATE plays the Tam O’Shanter in Los Angeles.
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Sat, Oct 22:
8 pm SMITHFIELD BARGAIN plays the Grace First Presbyterian Church Concert Series: "Music at the Point" in Long Beach.
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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 23
Sun, Oct 23:
3 pm THE JONES GANG plays the "Camarillo Cafe" concert series at the Camarillo Community Center, Camarillo. Note the new daytime / matinee schedule.
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Sun, Oct 23:
4 & 7 pm BASIANI plays Old Mission Santa Barbara in Santa Barbara.
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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 25
Tue, Oct 25; not music, but important:
7 pm "HOMELESSNESS: STORIES FROM THE SHADOWS" is part of "The Provost’s Series on Wicked Problems," presented in the USC "Visions & Voices" series, this time at Doheny Memorial Library, Room 240, on the USC campus in University Park, L.A. Admission is free. Reservations are required beginning Wednesday, September 28, at 9 am (due to space) at: http://visionsandvoices.usc.edu/events/listing.php?event_id=679312. RSVP. Join USC Provost Michael Quick for an illuminating event on homelessness featuring Dr. James O’Connell, author of "Stories from the Shadows: Reflections of a Street Doctor" and founding physician of the Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program. O’Connell, who has been providing medical care to people who live on the streets for three decades, will share stories of struggle, survival, hope, and humanity, followed by a conversation with Professor Suzanne Wenzel of the USC School of Social Work.
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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 27
Thu, Oct 27:
6:30 pm LEFTOVER CUTIES play the Palm Desert Concerts in the Park series in Palm Desert.
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Thu, Oct 27 (world music):
8 pm ZAKIR HUSSAIN & NILADRI KUMAR play the Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa.
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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 28
Fri, Oct 28:
7:30 pm HERB OHTA, JR., ukulele master & more, plays the AMSD Concert Series in the Laura R. Charles Theater at Sweetwater High School, National City, San Diego Co.
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Fri, Oct 28:
7:30 pm LEDWARD KAAPANA, ukulele master & more, plays the 1st of 3 shows for the "Masters of the Strings" concert series, this one at the Dana Point Community House in Dana Point.
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Fri, Oct 28:
8 pm CARRIE NEWCOMER plays McCabe’s in Santa Monica.
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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 29
Sat, Oct 29:
2 pm ROSS ALTMAN plays one of his FREE and acclaimed special theme cultural/historical shows at the Allendale Branch Library in Pasadena.
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Sat, Oct 29:
7:30 pm LEDWARD KAAPANA, ukulele master & more, plays the 2nd of 3 shows for the "Masters of the Strings" concert series, this one at the Mission Viejo Civic Center in Mission Viejo.
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Sat, Oct 29:
8 pm BANSHEE IN THE KITCHEN plays Boulevard Music in Culver City.
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Sat, Oct 29:
8 pm JEFFREY FOUCAULT plus QUILES & CLOUD play McCabe’s in Santa Monica.
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Sat, Oct 29:
World premiere of "HANSEL & GRETEL BLUEGRASS" runs Oct 29-Dec 11 at 24th St Theatre in L.A. Bluegrass as a classic fairy tale is narrated by BRADLEY WHITFORD, features music of THE GET DOWN BOYS. Tix now available. Tix & info, 213-745-6516 or www.24thstreet.org.
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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30
Sun, Oct 30:
3 pm LEDWARD KAAPANA, ukulele master & more, plays the 3rd of three shows for the "Masters of the Strings" concert series, this one at the LCA Wine at SOCO Center (Costa Mesa)
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Sun, Oct 30:
3 & 7 pm Annual "SAMHAIN: THE STORY OF HALLOWEEN" musically brings the origins Halloween and Celtic Tales of the Supernatural through song, dance, and instrumental performance for just two performances on the same day, and welcomes KEN O'MALLEY as this year's narrator. Plus, this year's production moves to MacLeod Ale Brewing Co, 14741 Calvert St, Van Nuys 91411. The show is written, produced and directed by the multitalented Aedan MacDonnell of Celtic Rhythms, who is, among many other things in the arts community, a member of the Scottish Fiddlers. This year's show will be held in a Scottish brewery. Aedan tells us, "Enjoy a pint of freshly brewed ale as you listen to the stories, hear the music, and feel the breath of those long gone on the back of your neck. You're not too scared, are you? Good! Fear not, Alastair and Jenny of MacLeod Ale Brewing Co have promised to keep the ghoulies at bay so the music, dance and entertainment can commence." The Guide always strongly recommends this show. It's worthy of going on the road, and each year's fresh rendition gets only two performances. Tickets are now on sale. Aedan adds, "If you like, bring a picnic lunch or dinner, show up early and hang out. Or try out the food truck. From 1-5 pm, Bulls Eye Pub Fare will be on site, and from 6-9 there will be Charlie's Wieners." This show has sold-out, so don't take chances. Buy your tickets on line; remaining tix at the door are cash only. Aedan cautions, "We do have a smaller seating capacity this year and expect to sell out, so don't wait!" Tix for either show are $15, $18 & $22. Ticket purchase page: http://celtic-rhythms.com/samhain-tickets. General Samhain info page: http://celtic-rhythms.com/samhain
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MONDAY, OCTOBER 31
Mon, Oct 31:
7:30 pm JEFFREY FOUCAULT plus QUILES & CLOUD play Brick 15 in Del Mar, San Diego Co.
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FURTHER ON DOWN THE ROAD...
Sat, Dec 3:
9 pm: THE COUNT BASIE SEPTET, presented by The World Stage Performance Gallery on The World Stage, 4321 Degnan, Leimert ParK (Los Angeles). Tix $15-$20. The Count Basie Orchestra, founded over 80 years ago, is widely regarded as the greatest jazz orchestra in the world. The orchestra continues to tour the world spreading its unique brand of swing. In early December The Count Basie Orchestra will be in Los Angeles to record its latest collection of music. During their stint at Capitol Records several of the band members will break from the recording to "stretch out" at the venerable World Stage Performance Gallery co-founded by master drummer Billy Higgins and consummate poet Kamau Daaood. This is a historic, limited engagement. One night only. ** Presale tickets are $15, available before Nov 1.
** General Admission tix are $20 thru Dec 2, 2016. Tickets at the door, subject to availability.
** Because seating for this historic, limited engagement is limited, patrons are advised to purchase tickets in advance, at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-count-basie-septet-the-world-stage-tickets-27344172155?aff=erellivmlt
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Mar 7 & 8, 2017:
RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS with TROMBONE SHORTY & ORLEANS AVENUE play Staples Center.
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