CATCH THE BEST ANNUAL FREE SHOW IN L.A., Saturday, December 24, in the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion at the L.A. Music Center. Includes a rich, multicultural variety of music, even some dance, and Grammy and other top award winners and nominees. Starts at 3 pm - be very early to get in line (free entertainment on the plaza from noon, on). See Dec 24 listing, below, for details and link.
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Happy Tune-Filled Chrismakwanzika! Since the ancient Mayan Calendar extends only until December 20 of 2012, and according to some interpretations, that means the world is scheduled to end on December 21st next year, this might be the final year for us to celebrate with Holly and Ivy (aren't we lucky, having BOTH those girls here for the holidays! Ahh, yes...)
Oh, and the traditional holiday word, “NOEL”-? Well, that one is an ancient word that means “New light,” referring to the lengthening days after the Winter Solstice. It was drafted by Christians to represent the birth of Jesus, as in the carol, “The First Noel.” Things can indeed have origins different than their meanings today.
So, Happy Chrismakwanzika! Or if you prefer to observe the original thing celebrated on December 25th (before early Roman Christians under Constantine appropriated the date and started claiming it as Yeshua’s – Jesus’ – birthday), Happy Feast of Mithra. Of course, Hanukah has been celebrated for a very long time, though its eight days and nights are almost always concluded before December 25, so you still have time. Main thing is, whatever you choose to celebrate, let us all embrace Peace on Earth, and Good Will Among All People.
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Welcome to the Guide's SPOTLIGHT EVENTS section, our roundup of concerts, club gigs, workshops, and acoustic music-related events.
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Acoustic Americana Music Guide's
SPOTLIGHT EVENTS
December 16, 2011 edition
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Friday, December 16
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Fri, Dec 16:
6:30-8 pm Annual “MUSIC CENTER HOLIDAY SING-ALONG” on the plaza at the L.A. Music Center, downtown L.A. is free and a lot of fun. It's led by professional vocalists and always includes some instrumental accompaniment from members of the L.A. Phil. Only trick is, a free admission ticket is required to get a seat and a songbook, and tix are distributed beginning at 6 pm (one per person in line). Go, and you'll satisfy your hankering to vocalize all the holiday classics, and those around you will make you sound good. There's a complete song list at www.musiccenter.org/events/aa_singing.html
An indoor holiday music concert follows in the Walt Disney Concert Hall at 8 pm, but that's an expensive ticket and this one is free.
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Fri, Dec 16; ongoing, Dec 12-23:
Annual “TWELVE NIGHTS OF CHRISTMAS” with live music, ice skating, holiday programs,” at Pershing Square, 532 S. Olive, downtown L.A.; www.laparks.org; 213-847-4970. The “Downtown on Ice” season runs Nov 17-Jan 16, with the skating rink open every day (including the holidays) and live lunchtime music on some days, Dec 19-Jan 6. Skating is $6, skate rentals $2. All else is free.
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Fri, Dec 16; Thu-Sat, Dec 15-17; a SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK pick:
7 pm “TRIPPING THE '60s” is an energetic, highly entertaining retrospect by BARRY McGUIRE (“Eve of Destruction”) & JOHN YORK (The BYRDS) at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; reservations, 626-798-6236. This isn't some show of classic '60s cover songs. Every song they perform has some personal connection with one or the other of these two well traveled veterans. For example, McGuire was the New Christy Minstrel who sang two of that group's biggest hits, and the Mamas and Papas began as his backup band. Of course, there's plenty more to the story, and he tells many stories that illuminate the music, all in fine form. You'll catch yourself singing along, and you'll thoroughly enjoy this show, whether you are reliving memories or learning there is far more to those old songs than you ever knew.
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Fri, Dec 16:
“INVISIBLE CHILDREN HOLIDAY BENEFIT” with IVAN & ALYOSHA with THE MOUNTAIN GOATS play their only L.A. show at the Troubadour, 9081 Santa Monica Bl, West Hollywood; www.troubadour.com; 310-276-6168. "Think of a literary-minded cross between Local Natives and Fleet Foxes" – Filter. VAN & ALYOSHA recently revealed their intimate acoustic performance at Paste Magazine. Now, in celebration of the holidays, I&A have premiered a cover of JACKSON BROWNE’s “Rebel Jesus” on Paste, released digitally on Dec 6 via Missing Piece Records. Their current release, “Fathers Be Kind,” just showed up on Amazon's “Best Music of 2011 Thus Far,” with that EP's "I Was Born to Love Her" ranked at #4 on their “Songs You May Have Missed” round-up. This echoed the earlier inclusion of “Fathers” on NPR's “Best of the Year (So Far)” list. More at www.ivanandalyosha.com
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Fri, Dec 16; ongoing, Dec 16-24.
7:30 pm, the annual “LAS POSADAS” music performance and pageant is free on Olvera Street in downtown L.A. Things get underway with a free concert at 6:30 pm. It runs nightly, December 16-24.
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Fri, Dec 16; a SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK pick:
8 pm MATT KINMAN (OLD CROW MEDICINE SHOW) “The Little Hobo” from Boone, North Carolina, plays a concert at the CTMS Center for Folk Music in Encino. Check venue at www.ctmsfolkmusic.org for details.
He's an alum of OLD CROW MEDICINE SHOW, a banjo-playing balladeer and traveling hobo of a musician, and he's an inveterate junk collector. Can you imagine a more fascinating down-home evening of music and anecdotes?
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Fri, Dec 16; a SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK pick:
8 pm “ANNUAL BLUEGRASS HOLIDAY & SING-ALONG” with CLIFF WAGNER & THE OLD #7 at the Grand Annex, 434 W 6th St, San Pedro. Info and tix, www.grandvision.org or 310-833-4813. Bring an unwrapped gift for a child at the House of Hope and receive $5 off concert admission. Full price tix are $15 adults, $10 students.
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Saturday, December 17
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Sat, Dec 17;Ongoing, Dec 12-23:
Annual “TWELVE NIGHTS OF CHRISTMAS” with live music, ice skating, holiday programs,” at Pershing Square, 532 S. Olive, downtown L.A.; www.laparks.org; 213-847-4970. The “Downtown on Ice” season runs Nov 17-Jan 16, with the skating rink open every day (including the holidays) and live lunchtime music on some days, Dec 19-Jan 6. Skating is $6, skate rentals $2. All else is free.
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Sat, Dec 17:
6:30 pm weekly “BLUEGRASS NIGHT” with live performances at Me N Eds Pizza Parlor, 4115 Paramount Bl, Lakewood 90712; 562-421-8908. Every Saturday.
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Sat, Dec 17; a SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK pick:
7 pm KATY MOFFATT plus BRAD COLERICK play the “FOUR FRIENDS ACOUSTIC MUSIC SERIES” at Four Friends Gallery, 1408 Thousand Oaks Bl, Thousand Oaks 91362; 805-497-4022; info@fourfriendsgallery.com.
KATY MOFFATT continues to perform globally, and though she lives in Southern Cal, she sin't home often enough to perform locally very often. She's been the subject of hundreds of glowing reviews, including a full-length feature story in the Wall Street Journal, of all places. Her originals and co-writes with other big name artists are lyrical feasts, and her melody lines and guitar playing are always a delight.
Promoter MARILYN BABCOCK cooks dinner for guests at these events; doors open at 6 to eat; music begins at 7 pm. Marilyn adds, “The venue has very accessible seating for 100. Soft drinks free, no host bar. Kids OK. Song circle follows performances, so bring your guitars; amazing piano available.” Performing emcee is Trough Records artist DAVE MORRISON. Directions from L.A. & the Valley: Take 101 Fwy to Rancho Rd exit; right at Rancho; right on Thousand Oaks Blvd. to venue, two blocks on the right. Parking lot in back.
$15 admission each show, and that includes dinner.
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Sat, Dec 17; Thu-Sat, Dec 15-17; a SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK pick:
7 pm “TRIPPING THE '60s” is an energetic, highly entertaining retrospect by BARRY McGUIRE (“Eve of Destruction”) & JOHN YORK (The BYRDS) at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; reservations, 626-798-6236. This isn't some show of classic '60s cover songs. Every song they perform has some personal connection with one or the other of these two well traveled veterans. For example, McGuire was the New Christy Minstrel who sang two of that group's biggest hits, and the Mamas and Papas began as his backup band. Of course, there's plenty more to the story, and he tells many stories that illuminate the music, all in fine form. You'll catch yourself singing along, and you'll thoroughly enjoy this show, whether you are reliving memories or learning there is far more to those old songs than you ever knew.
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Sat, Dec 17; ongoing, Dec 16-24.
7:30 pm, the annual “LAS POSADAS” music performance and pageant is free on Olvera Street in downtown L.A. Things get underway with a free concert at 6:30 pm. It runs nightly, December 16-24.
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Sat, Dec 17; a SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK pick:
8 pm THE WITCHER BROTHERS bring dynamite bluegrass to Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City 90230; 310-398-2583. They're bluegrass elite who have repeatedly figured prominently on tour, in the studio, and at top music awards, with many, many name big artists. On top of that, they began right here in Southern Cal, so whenever they play locally (which is all too rarely), it's a celebration of homecoming. $15.
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Sat, Dec 17; a SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK pick:
8 pm "IRELAND AND THE CHRISTMAS STAR" is a holiday-themed KEN O'MALLEY solo show, performed in the sanctuary of the Unitarian Church of Studio City, 12355 Moorpark St (near Whitsett), Studio City. This is Ken's final Christmas show for this season. His marvelous baritone voice, mastery or traditional songs, his fine originals, tales from the mother country , and standard of excellence on acoustic guitars and mandolin, make this Southern Cal tour an annual delight. Tickets available online at www.studiocitystar.eventbrite.com. General Admission $18 / VIP preferred seating $25. Tickets also available directly from Ken O'Malley. Info, call Chris at 818-389 8512.
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Sat, Dec 17; a SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK pick:
CANCELLED: 8 pm Grammy-winner MIKE STEIN, TEDROW & VREELAND, and JEFF GOLD play a “SPECIAL HOLIDAY CONCERT” at West Valley Music Center's Acoustic Series, an evening of holiday songs, at West Valley Music, 24424 Vanowen St, West Hills 91307; 818-992-4142; www.westvalleymusiccenter.com. Reservations highly recommended. Tix include refreshments, $15, kids under age 18 are free. We r4eceived notice from the artists on Friday of the late cancellation of this show.
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Sat, Dec 17:
8 pm “A TRIBUTE TO CREAM - KOFI BAKER / RIC FIERABRACCI / FRAN BANISH” at Alva's Showroom, 1417 W 8th St, San Pedro 90732; reservations & info, 800-403-3447. Shows include complimentary coffee, tea and “Alvas” bottled water; bring your own food & other drinks. This is Kofi Baker on drums, Ric Fierabracci on bass, Fran Banish on guitar.
Kofi Baker, following in the family tradition, displays a mastery of technique and natural talent that rivals that of his father, GINGER BAKER. After seeing the Cream reunion in 2005, Kofi was inspired to form his own Cream tribute band - he wanted to continue where Cream, and his father, had left off.
The venue tells us, “Kofi’s band PRESSED RAT AND WARTHOG is the ultimate Cream tribute, combining Cream's innovative and experimental style with virtuoso talent... and they include songs from BLIND FAITH and JIMI HENDRIX.” Suggested donation, $20.
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Sat, Dec 17:
GOLDEN STATE POPS ORCHESTRA performs their “HOLIDAY POPS SPECTACULAR” at the Warner Grand Theatre, 478 W 6th St, San Pedro. Info and tix, www.gspo.com or call the GSPO Box Office at 310-433-8774.
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Sunday, December 18
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Sun, Dec 18;Ongoing, Dec 12-23:
Annual “TWELVE NIGHTS OF CHRISTMAS” with live music, ice skating, holiday programs,” at Pershing Square, 532 S. Olive, downtown L.A.; www.laparks.org; 213-847-4970. The “Downtown on Ice” season runs Nov 17-Jan 16, with the skating rink open every day (including the holidays) and live lunchtime music on some days, Dec 19-Jan 6. Skating is $6, skate rentals $2. All else is free.
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Sun, Dec 18:
9 am-1 pm RON ELY plays the Claremont Farmer’s Market. Location and info, www.myspace.com/ronely or www.reverbnation.com/ronely
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Sun, Dec 18 in San Diego:
10 am weekly “BLUEGRASS BRUNCH” every Sunday at Urban Solace, 3823 30th St, San Diego 92104; 619-295-6464.
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Sun, Dec 18; a SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK pick:
3 pm JEAN SUDBURY & RUBEN RAMOS at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; reservations, 626-798-6236.
“The duo expertly weaves these distinct sounds to create music that is entirely their own, and they know it as well. Sudbury and Ramos’ new album is called Connexion Eclectique, a play on the duo’s unmistakable personality.” - Paolo Balboa, Socal.com.
Two professional musicians combine varied experience in life and music, creating a new style, The Eklectic Connection. The music is refreshingly original, yet traditional.
Jean Sudbury is a consummate violinist and mandolinist who offers an eclectic variety of music when she performs. She plays contemporary and classical music and loves the challenges of improvising and interpreting the music of the great masters. Her solo and section work includes concerts with small ensembles and big orchestras, recordings for TV and movies, and many compact disc collaborations with independent artists and composers. She has been fearured soloist on violin and mandolin with the Utah Symphony, the Pacific Symphony, the American Ballet Theater Orchestra, and other noted ensembles. She has performed at such places as the Universal Amphitheater, the Greek Theater, the Disney Hall, the Dorothy Chandler Pavillion, Warner Brother's Studios, Capitol Records, Sony Studios, the Cicada Club, the Hollywood Bowl, and on the Tonight Show. ''...infinitely expressive and technically dazzling,'' (L.A. Times,) Jean's music is a unique collection of life experiences.
Ruben Ramos is an accomplished guitarist and bassist who has played worldwide alongside his home base in the Los Angeles area for all his life. Ruben has worked with The Ten Tenors from Australia, Jim Stubblefield of the group Incendio (Flamenco), Eddie Money, Mike Gurley of the band Dada, Luis Bonilla (New York jazz trombonist with the Mingus Band, The Lincoln Center Orchestra and Marc Anthony). David Hasslehoff, Patty Andrews, Bea Arthur, Burliegh Drummond (Ambrosia and Tin Drum). Ruben has performed at venues including The San Diego Civic center, Historic Dayton Ohio Victoria Theater, Catalina Jazz Club, The Hollywood Bowl, The Wiltern, Alex Theater Glendale.
Jean and Ruben will debut music for their newest CD, “Connexion Eclectique,” a collection of musicals styles from around the globe. Latin, French, Italian, Brazilian and mixed with Americana roots. Jean and Ruben will be accompanied by Carl Royce on upright bass. TIX, $20 adults, $18 students.
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Sun, Dec 18:
3 pm “CHRISTMAS IN ITALY” with CHRISTINA FONTANELLI at the Warner Grand Theatre, 478 W 6th St, San Pedro. Info and tix, www.grandvision.org or 310-833-4813.
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Sun, Dec 18:
3-7 pm Annual “FRET HOUSE CHRISTMAS PARTY” at The Fret House, 309 N Citrus Ave, Covina 91723, with performances by The Fret House staff, including RICK SHEA, MARK HEFFINGTON, MARK GEIGER, RICHARD SEYMOUR and various students, customers and general FH rabble will be performing. The highlight of this yearly event is the performance of TOM SEYMOUR, owner, founder and soul of the fret House. Requires an RSVP to The Fret House at
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Sun, Dec 18:
4 pm FRANK MACCHIA'S SWAMP THANG at Alva's Showroom, 1417 W 8th St, San Pedro 90732; reservations & info, 800-403-3447. Shows include complimentary coffee, tea and “Alvas” bottled water; bring your own food & other drinks.
This is not an acoustic show, but it looks interesting. It's composer / leader Frank Macchia on saxophones, Ken Rosser on electric guitar, Eric Jensen on electric guitar, John Rosenberg on organ / piano / keyboards, Tom Lockett on electric bass, and Frank Briggs on drums / percussion.
Imagine Thelonius Monk, King Curtis, Captain Beefheart and Professor Longhair all playing some wild blues-jazz-funk-Nawlins grooves. Add a dose of humor and a dollop of Cajun seasoning and you get SWAMP THANG. They feature all-new compositions by Frank Macchia. Suggested donation, $15.
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Sun, Dec 18:
5-9 pm monthly “CAJUN / ZYDECO DANCE” (aka “Sidney’s Dance”) this time brings live music by HORACE TRAHAN at the Long Beach Petroleum Club, 3636 Linden Av, Long Beach. $20.
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Sun, Dec 18; a SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK pick:
5-8 pm “HARD RAIN HOLIDAY SHOW,” with ANDY HILL & RENEE SAFIER & their HARD RAIN Dylan tribute band, at Club 705, 705 Pier Av, Hermosa Beach 90254.
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Sun, Dec 18; a SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK pick:
6:30 pm LED ZEPAGAIN at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; reservations, 626-798-6236. Ever wanted to hear an intimate ACOUSTIC set of Led Zep classics? Well, here ya go. Tix, $25. Note early start time.
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Sun, Dec 18:
7 pm Annual “FREE HOLIDAY SHOW” at Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City 90230; 310-398-2583. An established tradition here, with entertainment provided by the teachers (recording stars / session players all) at the venue / music store. Cookies and baked confections are always anticipated at this event, too. More details in the near future. Free.
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Sun, Dec 18; ongoing, Dec 16-24.
7:30 pm, the annual “LAS POSADAS” music performance and pageant is free on Olvera Street in downtown L.A. Things get underway with a free concert at 6:30 pm. It runs nightly, December 16-24.
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Monday, December 19
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Mon, Dec 19;Ongoing, Dec 12-23:
Annual “TWELVE NIGHTS OF CHRISTMAS” with live music, ice skating, holiday programs,” at Pershing Square, 532 S. Olive, downtown L.A.; www.laparks.org; 213-847-4970. The “Downtown on Ice” season runs Nov 17-Jan 16, with the skating rink open every day (including the holidays) and live lunchtime music on some days, Dec 19-Jan 6. Skating is $6, skate rentals $2. All else is free.
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Mon, Dec 19; ongoing, Dec 16-24.
7:30 pm, the annual “LAS POSADAS” music performance and pageant is free on Olvera Street in downtown L.A. Things get underway with a free concert at 6:30 pm. It runs nightly, December 16-24.
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Mon, Dec 19:
7:30 pm weekly “VIVA CANTINA BLUEGRASS JAM” at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506; 818-515-4444. The BROMBIES play bluegrass on some Mondays on the venue's other stage.
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Mon, Dec 19:
7:30 pm weekly “KULAK'S WOODSHED OPEN MIC” at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood 91607; 818-766-9913. Sign-ups at 7 pm.
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Mon, Dec 19; a SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK pick:
8 pm “ROY ZIMMERMAN: PEACENIK” presents “A PEACENIK HOLIDAY” at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; reservations, 626-798-6236.
“He's the BEST sociopolitical comedic songwriter performing today, period.” - Acoustic Americana Music Guide.
Funny songwriter Roy Zimmerman brings the sting of satire to the struggle for Peace and Justice. “PeaceNick” is Zimmerman’s send-up of the political, social and even spiritual absurdities of the Holiday season - ninety minutes of hilarious and heartfelt songs from a decidedly Lefty-Pacifist-Humanist point of view. And it's family friendly. Happy “Christma-Hanu-Rama-Ka-Dona-Kwaanza”!
The Los Angeles Times says, “Zimmerman displays a lacerating wit and keen awareness of society’s foibles that bring to mind a latter-day Tom Lehrer.”
Tom Lehrer himself says, "I congratulate Roy Zimmerman on reintroducing literacy to comedy songs. And the rhymes actually rhyme, they don't just 'rhyne.'"
Joni Mitchel says, "Roy's lyrics move beyond poetry and achieve perfection." Tix, $15.
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Mon, Dec 19:
8-11 pm “BLUE MONDAY JAM” hosted by the BERNIE PEARL BLUES BAND at the Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center, 4305 Degnan Bl, Leimert Park; 310-462-1439.
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Mon, Dec 19:
8 pm weekly “CELTIC ARTS CENTER IRISH CéILí DANCE & IRISH MUSIC SESSION” at the shared Celtic Arts Center / Theatre Unlimited, 10943 Camarillo St, North Hollywood 91602; info, www.celticartscenter.com; 818-760-8322. Dance at 8, music session at 9 pm. Free.
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Tuesday, December 20
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Tue, Dec 20;Ongoing, Dec 12-23:
Annual “TWELVE NIGHTS OF CHRISTMAS” with live music, ice skating, holiday programs,” at Pershing Square, 532 S. Olive, downtown L.A.; www.laparks.org; 213-847-4970. The “Downtown on Ice” season runs Nov 17-Jan 16, with the skating rink open every day (including the holidays) and live lunchtime music on some days, Dec 19-Jan 6. Skating is $6, skate rentals $2. All else is free.
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Tue, Dec 20; a SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK pick:
MURPHY'S FLAW brings “Bluegrass without pity” to the Bluegrass Association of Southern California's monthly “BLUEGRASS NIGHT” at Viva Cantina in Burbank. Banjo Mensch JOHN BRYANT tells us, “We're hoping to load the place up with Flaw fans and make some beautiful noise.” Details at www.socalbluegrass.org/bascnite.html and www.murphysflawband.com
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Tue, Dec 20:
7 pm weekly “JC HYKE'S SONGWRITERS SERENADE” with different recording artists playing acoustic each week, at Matt Denny's Ale House Restaurant & Bar, 145 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91006. No cover.
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Tue, Dec 20; ongoing, Dec 16-24.
7:30 pm, the annual “LAS POSADAS” music performance and pageant is free on Olvera Street in downtown L.A. Things get underway with a free concert at 6:30 pm. It runs nightly, December 16-24.
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Tue, Dec 20:
8 pm weekly “TRADITIONAL IRISH MUSIC SESSION” at Timmy Nolan's Tavern and Grill, 10111 Riverside Dr, Toluca Lake 91602; 818-985-3359.
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Tue, Dec 20:
8 pm weekly “BOURBON & BLUEGRASS” at South Santa Monica Sports Bar and Grill, 3001 Wilshire Bl Santa Monica 90403; 310-828-9988.
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Wednesday, December 21
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Wed, Dec 21;Ongoing, Dec 12-23:
Annual “TWELVE NIGHTS OF CHRISTMAS” with live music, ice skating, holiday programs,” at Pershing Square, 532 S. Olive, downtown L.A.; www.laparks.org; 213-847-4970. The “Downtown on Ice” season runs Nov 17-Jan 16, with the skating rink open every day (including the holidays) and live lunchtime music on some days, Dec 19-Jan 6. Skating is $6, skate rentals $2. All else is free.
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Wed, Dec 21:
7 pm weekly OPEN MIC every Wednesday at The Talking Stick, 1411 Lincoln Bl, Venice 92091. Signups at 6:45 pm.
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Wed, Dec 21, in Simi Valley:
7:30 pm SONGMAKERS weekly “SIMI VALLEY HOOT” every Wednesday; info and location at www.songmakers.org.
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Wed, Dec 21; ongoing, Dec 16-24.
7:30 pm, the annual “LAS POSADAS” music performance and pageant is free on Olvera Street in downtown L.A. Things get underway with a free concert at 6:30 pm. It runs nightly, December 16-24.
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Wed, Dec 21:
8 pm weekly “GUITAROLOGY” at Bar Melody and Grill, 9132 S Sepulveda Bl, Los Angeles 90045; 310-670-1994.
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Wed, Dec 21:
8 pm weekly “O'BRIEN'S IRISH MUSIC SESSION” at O'Brien's Irish Pub and Restaurant, 2226 Wilshire Bl, Santa Monica 90403; 310-829-5303.
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Wed, Dec 21:
9 pm weekly “ACOUSTIC CORDIALE” at Café Cordiale, 14015 Ventura Bl, Sherman Oaks 91423; 818-789-1985.
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Thursday, December 22
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Thu, Dec 22;Ongoing, Dec 12-23:
Annual “TWELVE NIGHTS OF CHRISTMAS” with live music, ice skating, holiday programs,” at Pershing Square, 532 S. Olive, downtown L.A.; www.laparks.org; 213-847-4970. The “Downtown on Ice” season runs Nov 17-Jan 16, with the skating rink open every day (including the holidays) and live lunchtime music on some days, Dec 19-Jan 6. Skating is $6, skate rentals $2. All else is free.
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Thu, Dec 22:
6 pm weekly “THURSDAY NIGHT SOFA JAM” every Thursday at Westwood Music, 1627 Westwood Bl, Los Angeles 90024; 310-478-4251.
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Thu, Dec 22:
7 pm weekly “LORD OF THE STRINGS” series OPEN MIC, every Thursday at Dana Point Community House, 24642 San Juan St Dana Point 92629; info, www.lordofthestringsconcerts.com; 949-842-2227.
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Thu, Dec 22; ongoing, Dec 16-24.
7:30 pm, the annual “LAS POSADAS” music performance and pageant is free on Olvera Street in downtown L.A. Things get underway with a free concert at 6:30 pm. It runs nightly, December 16-24.
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Thu, Dec 22; a SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK pick:
8 pm SALTY SUITES at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; reservations, 626-798-6236.
Top-drawer wunderkinds, with special guest SANDY ROSS joining them tonight. A fine way to escape the crazy crush of holiday shoppers and have a delightful musical evening out. $15.
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Friday, December 23
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Fri, Dec 23; Final night of Dec 12-23 series:
Annual “TWELVE NIGHTS OF CHRISTMAS” with live music, ice skating, holiday programs,” at Pershing Square, 532 S. Olive, downtown L.A.; www.laparks.org; 213-847-4970. The “Downtown on Ice” season runs Nov 17-Jan 16, with the skating rink open every day (including the holidays) and live lunchtime music on some days, Dec 19-Jan 6. Skating is $6, skate rentals $2. All else is free.
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Fri, Dec 23 & 30:
7-10 pm ANDY HILL & RENEE SAFIER (HARD RAIN) play Delzano's by the Sea, 179 N Harbor Dr, Redondo Beach 90277; 310-374-7525. More at www.andyandrenee.com
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Fri, Dec 23; ongoing, Dec 16-24.
7:30 pm, the annual “LAS POSADAS” music performance and pageant is free on Olvera Street in downtown L.A. Things get underway with a free concert at 6:30 pm. It runs nightly, December 16-24.
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Saturday, December 24
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Sat, Dec 24:
9 am-1 pm RON ELY plays the Upland Farmer’s Market. Location and info, www.myspace.com/ronely or www.reverbnation.com/ronely
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Sat, Dec 24; SHOW-OF-THE-WEEKEND pick:
3-6 pm 52nd annual “LOS ANGELES COUNTY HOLIDAY CELEBRATION” in the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion at the L.A. Music Center downtown L.A., is FREE to attend live, and simulcast on TV and on radio, at KCET TV, kcet.org, KPFK 90.7 FM. In addition, the show repeats on KCET from 8-11 pm.
This year's vast lineup includes LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS, ADAAWE, LA SANTA CECLILA, MANDRILL, THE BRICKS, THE SHPIL, THE CHARLES DICKENS CAROLERS, TRUMPETOLOGY, MARIACHI SOL DE MEXICO, VOICES OF DESTINY, PRIME NOTE ENSEMBLE, GRANDEZA MEXICANA FOLK BALLET COMPANY, GAY MEN'S CHORUS OF LOS ANGELES, COLBURN CHILDREN'S CHOIR, THE SALVATION ARMY BAND, HARMONIC BRONZE HANDBELL ENSEMBLE, and many more.
This has been a yearly musical tradition since 1959, with more than 5,000 in attendance annually, and a variety of live performances as diverse as the arts scene of Los Angeles itself. It's a cavalcade of bands, choirs, music ensembles, and dance companies, superbly colorful, very well produced, the lighting and sound are excellent, and the Guide recommends this each year as the best holiday free show in L.A.
Pre-show activities begin on the Music Center Plaza at 12:30 pm. Doors open at 2:30 pm, first-come, first in. Note that NO wristbands are being used this year, and there are no reservations or advance tickets.
More at www.holidaycelebration.org and www.lacountyarts.org/holiday.html
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Sat, Dec 24; ongoing, Dec 16-24.
7:30 pm, CLOSING NIGHT for the annual “LAS POSADAS” music performance and pageant, free on Olvera Street in downtown L.A. Things get underway with a free concert at 6:30 pm. It runs nightly, December 16-24.
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Sunday, December 25
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Merry Christmas!
If you find yourself alone today, there’s a Christmas meal with entertainment, all free, at the Laugh Factory in Hollywood.
MUSIC? You might find a church or two advertising a program where you can sing all the traditional Christmas carols (including some favorites by IRVING BERLIN, who was Jewish). On yuour own, you can explore the web and find a wealth of original newer songs (some quite good) by almost everyone who has ever recorded a Christmas album.
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Sun, Dec 25; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
All day... CHRISTMAS DINNER is FREE at the Laugh Factory, for those with no where else to spend Christmas. Includes a top-notch show by professional comics, and first-rate food, with all the trimmings, at The Laugh Factory, 8001 Sunset Bl, Hollywood 90046; 323-656-1336; www.laughfactory.com. Check with venue for serving / show times, and be prepared to wait a few hours in line.
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LATE DECEMBER 2011 and an EARLY LOOK at 2012
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Fri, Dec 30:
7-10 pm ANDY HILL & RENEE SAFIER (HARD RAIN) play Delzano's by the Sea, 179 N Harbor Dr, Redondo Beach 90277; 310-374-7525. More at www.andyandrenee.com
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Sat, Dec 31, in Ojai:
3rd Annual Celtic “NEW YEARS CELEBRATION” with “the international sensation” MOLLY’S REVENGE at the Ojai Concert Series. Tix & info, www.ojaiconcertseries.com or call Shane Butler at 805-665-8852.
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Sat, Dec 31:
“HARD RAIN NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATION” with ANDY HILL & RENEE SAFIER & their HARD RAIN Dylan tribute band, at Club 705, 705 Pier Av, Hermosa Beach 90254. Renee tells us, “Dine and dance with us all night. The new chefs will be preparing a New Year's Eve menu, so come early and eat, then dance 'til 2012! Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. The music, parking, party hats and noise makers and a champagne toast are included in the ticket price. You'll also be entered into a raffle for some great prizes! Get tickets on our online store. Make dinner reservations at 310-795-5942.” More at www.andyandrenee.com
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EARLY LOOK at 2012
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Sun, Jan 1, 2012; a SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK pick:
7-9:30 pm “NEW YEAR'S MUSIC BENEFIT for THE LAUGHTER FOUNDATION,” with headlining set by WILL RYAN & THE CACTUS COUNTY COWBOYS, plus other acts, several comedians on the bill, at Flapper's, at Main St & Magnolia in Burbank. WILL RYAN says, “As Official Troubadour of the City of Burbank, I wrote the song 'Beautiful Downtown Burbank' back in the 1980s. The band will re-premiere this classic at the New Year's show.”
Free parking off of Magnolia in building. Enter venue from Main. Further details to follow.
Will Ryan tells us, “GUARANTEED: This will be the BEST SHOW of the YEAR! (For at least one day).” The genius of playing 01-01, eh?!
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Fri, Jan 6, 2012; a SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK pick:
8 pm ERNEST TROOST plays his CD release show with special guest SHAUN CROMWELL at McCabe's, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497.
It seems only fitting that Ernest Troost’s newest album, “Ernest Troost Live at McCabe's,” (slated for general release January 17, 2012) was recorded at the very venue that inspired him to begin songwriting and performing, and it will come full circle with a CD release party at 8 pm on January 6, 2012, at the place it was recorded almost exactly a year ago. The show is sure to sell-out.
Ernest's previous album, “Resurrection Blues,” reached #5 on the Folk-DJ airplay chart in 2010. He was already a New Folk Winner at the 2009 Kerrville Folk Festival, that annual three-week-long extravanganza in Texas.
The new live album features some of the most popular selections from his two previous records, “All the Boats Are Gonna Rise” and “Resurrection Blues,” together with seven new songs. It was all recorded a year ago, on January 8, 2011. The record captures an evening of Ernest’s songs that slowly build from solo performance to a full band.
It will be the first concert of McCabe’s 2012 season. Get your tix in advance or miss out.
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Sat, Jan 14, 2012; a SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK pick:
7 pm EDITED trio of DAVID ZINK, BRETT PERKINS, & MARK DAVIS, with individual sets by each, too, at the Four Friends Acoustic Music Series, Four Friends Gallery, 1408 Thousand Oaks Bl, Thousand Oaks 91362; 805-497-4022; info@fourfriendsgallery.com.
These three guys are all seasoned pros who have played the world. In fact, they've done several European tours since we last saw them together a year ago in Southern Cal. MARK DAVIS had the “Album of the Decade” in the L.A. Times OC edition; tgransplanted Californian BRETT PERKINS has had originals in the European charts; DAVID ZINK has built a loyal fan base with innovative acoustic originals for years. Together, their writing, instrumental arrangements and rich vocal harmonies are extra special. Come hear why they keep getting booked in Europe.
Promoter Marilyn Babcock cooks dinner for guests at these events; doors open at 6 to eat; music begins at 7 pm. Marilyn adds, “The venue is very accessible seating for 100. Soft drinks free, no host bar. Kids OK. Song circle follows performances, so bring your guitars; amazing piano available.” Emcee is Dave Morrison. Directions from L.A. & the Valley: Take 101 Fwy to Rancho Rd exit; right at Rancho; right on Thousand Oaks Blvd. To venue, two blocks on the right. Parking lot in back.$15 admission each show, and that includes dinner. More info, info@fourfriendsgallery.com; 805-497-4022.
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Thu-Sun, Jan 19-22, 2012; EVENT-OF-THE-WEEK for artists:
Annual “NAMM SHOW” takes over the entire Anaheim Convention Center and convention facilities in nearby hotels. While it is music-industry-only, advance-credentialed admission, that's not the whole story. NAMM draws many top artists who are endorsed by instrument makers and other sponsors who exhibit there, and MANY OF THESE ARTISTS PERFORM AT SOUTHERN CAL VENUES – both scheduled and impromptu shows, some requiring tickets, some free, often in amazing and unplanned ensembles. We'll keep you posted as we learn about all that.
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Thu, Jan 19, 2012:
8 pm guitar wizard GILAD HEKSELMAN at Alva's Showroom, 1417 W 8th St, San Pedro 90732; reservations & info, 800-403-3447. Shows include complimentary coffee, tea and “Alvas” bottled water; bring your own food & other drinks.
Winner of the 2005 Gibson Montreux International Guitar Competition, native Israeli Gilad Hekselman is developing a reputation as one of the most promising guitarists in New York, since his arrival there in 2004. In only a few years, he has shared the stage with some of the greatest artists in the New York jazz scene, including Chris Potter, Mark Turner, John Scofield, Anat Cohen, Ari Hoenig, Sam Yahel, Jeff Ballard, Gretchen Parlato, Avishai Cohen, Jeff 'Tain' Watts, Tigran Hamasyan, Aaron Parks and Greg Hutchinson.
Gilad has played all the major jazz clubs in New York including the Blue Note, The Jazz Standard, Dizzy's Club, and Smalls. He constantly tours worldwide and has played most major jazz festivals including Montreux, North Sea, Montreal and San Francisco.
Gilad opened for guitar legend Paco de Lucia at the Montreux Jazz Festival in 2006, which led to a string of performances at the IAJE Conference and at Dizzy's Club Coca-Cola in New York.
Joining Gilad Hekselman on guitar are Dave Robaire on bass, and Marcus Gilmore on drums. Suggested donation, $20.
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Sat, Feb 4, 2012:
7 pm JAIME MICHAELS plus DAVE MORRISON at the Four Friends Acoustic Music Series, Four Friends Gallery, 1408 Thousand Oaks Bl, Thousand Oaks 91362; 805-497-4022; info@fourfriendsgallery.com. Promoter Marilyn Babcock cooks dinner for guests at these events; doors open at 6 to eat; music begins at 7 pm. Marilyn adds, “The venue is very accessible seating for 100. Soft drinks free, no host bar. Kids OK. Song circle follows performances, so bring your guitars; amazing piano available.” Emcee is Dave Morrison. Directions from L.A. & the Valley: Take 101 Fwy to Rancho Rd exit; right at Rancho; right on Thousand Oaks Blvd. To venue, two blocks on the right. Parking lot in back.$15 admission each show, and that includes dinner. More info, info@fourfriendsgallery.com; 805-497-4022.
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Fri, Feb 24, 2012; a SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK pick:
JACKIE EVANCHO at Nokia Theatre / L.A. Live, 777 Chick Hearn Ct, downtown L.A. 90015; info 213-763-6030. Tix on sale Mon, Dec 5, 10 am.
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May 19, 2012; a SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK pick:
Annual “DYLANFEST” at St. Anthony School in El Segundo. It's an all-day cavalcade of artists, with each act doing Dylan covers, and no repeats. The house band alone is always worth the price of admission. More details when we have them, but mark your calendar now.
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MORE COMING as soon as we're ready to reckon with the idea that 2012 is nearly upon us, as what will likely be a tumultuous and rancorous ELECTION YEAR... at least we can all take refuge in a world of delightful music that big media ignores...
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