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FESTIVALS happen this holiday weekend, and one starts today / tonight: Noon to 9 pm, "E HULA MAU" brings hula and chant competition, a slack key guitar workshop, and more, to the Terrace Theater at the Long Beach Performing Arts Center. It runs through Sunday and hours are different each day. Call 562-436-3661 for details.
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More on tonight's concerts, etc., in a moment. WEEKEND FESTIVALS include the new "MAMMOTH BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL" in the Eastern Sierra at Mammoth Lakes; the fall edition of the twice-a-year "STRAWBERRY MUSIC FESTIVAL" near Yosemite; Saturday's "BROAD FEST," a free one-day celebration of the 5th season at Santa Monica's Broad Stage with two stages of music; and the "E HULA MAU," through Sunday, described above.
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FRIDAY'S CONCERTS, CLUB GIGS, ETC...
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At 8 pm, INGLISH & LOUISE divert from their Midwest tour for one night at the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena, performing there with SCHOOLCRAFT & MURRAY. $15.
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8 pm to 1 am, PRIME CUT BLUES, plus the BOBBY BLUEHOUSE BAND, play the Arcadia Blues Club. $5 cover.
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FREE at 8 pm, it's the "COMMUNITY IRISH CEILI DANCE INTRODUCTION" with music by KEN O'MALLEY and dance instruction by the lovely ALICE RYAN, presented by the Ford Theatre Foundation's "Jazzed And Motivated - J.A.M. Sessions," at Hollywood's Lemon Grove Park, 4959 Lemon Grove Av, between Santa Monica Bl, Western Av, Normandie, and Melrose. Free.
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8-10 pm in Topanga Canyon, it's "BLUE MOON BLUEGRASS" with MURPHY'S FLAW and musician friends MATT WHITLER, RACHEL SUMNER, and LAUREN DONAHUE, at Froggy's Topanga Fish Market, 1105 N Topanga Cyn Bl. It really IS a blue moon tonight, and they'll have blue food - bleu cheese burgers, Blue Moon Beer, etc.
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At 8:15 pm, LAVAY SMITH & HER RED HOT SKILLET LICKERS play the Orange County Great Park, Sand Cyn and Marine Way, Irvine.
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9 pm-1 am, WUMBLOOZO, that fun harmonica-based blues band, plays their last show 'til October, at Silly's, 20160 Roscoe Bl, Winnetka 91306.
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At 9:30 pm, CLIFF WAGNER & THE OLD NUMBER 7 play the Cinema Bar in Culver City. No cover; bring $ for the artists' tip jar.
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STUCK AT HOME? THERE'S GREAT STUFF on TV TONIGHT! (Believe it or not!)
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8-9:50 "DELIVERANCE" (1972) is on the Sundance Channel. It REPEATS tonight, 2:05-4 am.
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8:30-9 pm "BLUEGRASS UNDERGROUND" is on KLCS. It repeats at 2:30 am.
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9-10 pm, "AUSTIN CITY LIMITS" is on KLCS, and it repeats at 3 am.
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10-11 pm, "FRONT ROW CENTER" is on KLCS, repeating at 4 am.
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FINALLY, jus' one mo' thang...
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Today is the LAST chance to vote in the 2012 "BLUES BLAST MUSIC AWARDS." We are endorsing BERNIE PEARL, a legendary musician, great guy, and the only nominee with an acoustic blues album in the running. Vote at www.thebluesblast.com after you listen to all the nominated music at www.wglt.org -but hurry! It all closes tonight!
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MORE SOON! For now, the latest full edition of the Acoustic Americana Music Guide's "Spotlight Events" section is the August 24 edition, available below or in the sidebar at left, depending on where you are reading this.
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♪ ACOUSTIC AMERICANA MUSIC is blues, bluegrass, borderlands, Cajun, cowboy, Celtic, Cape Breton, newfangled old-time, accessible classical, folk-Americana from riverboats, mountainsides, front porches, barn dances & honkytonks. NOT a musical museum, it is alive with vibrant traditional music & innovators of the Acoustic Renaissance. NEWS, complete listings & descriptions of festivals EVERYWHERE & performances in Southern California, are here, frequently updated!
Friday, August 31, 2012
Thursday, August 30, 2012
Thursday: a BIG night of music! August 30, 2012
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South Pasadena becomes a free music mecca tonight, and that's not all:
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UPDATE at 5:22 pm: LISA HALEY CONCERT has moved inside the library; Farmers Market cancelled, due to the sudden downpour of rain...
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The "End of Summer Concert Celebration" brings Grammy-noms LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS, playing 5-6:30 pm on an outdoor stage outside the library at 1115 El Centro St, South Pasadena. That's just around the corner, off the southeast end of the weekly Farmers Market. There tonight, WHEN PIGS FLY play their dulcimer-based folk music from 4-7 pm on the stage at the other end of the market, at Mission & Meridian (next to the Gold Line light rail's Mission Station). Bring a chair or blanket and catch some of both.
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Also adjacent to the market, BARRY "BIG B" BRENNER plays his weekly acoustic blues gig, 6-9 pm at Firefly Bistro, 1009 El Centro, South Pasadena.
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In Santa Monica, NEW ORLEANS OWN HOT 8 BRASS BAND, plus THE GUMBO BROTHERS, play this year's closing show of the 28th annual "Santa Monica Pier Twilight Dance Series." It's 7-10 pm and it's free, though nearby parking is pricey. Free street parking is about 3/4 mile inland...
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This month's "AMERICANA MUSIC CIRCLE" brings JOHNNY TOWNSEND, TED RUSSELL KAMP, and performing hostess LAUREN ADAMS and her band to Genghis Cohen in L.A., and they start at 7 pm. (More on the musicians in the Guide's full edition.)
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ERIC BIBB'S STRING BAND, including DIRK POWELL and CEDRIC WATSON, each a music legend in his ow ann right, are the best show this year at the Skirball Cultural Center, just off the 405 fwy atop Sepulveda Pass. That's at 8 pm.
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Up in Altadena, TED & PABLO bring their "Transcontinental Musical Express" to the Coffee Gallery Backstage at 8 pm.
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Down in south OC, HAPA and AOLANI KAEKA bring the music of Hawai'i to the Coach House in San Juan Capistrano at 8.
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Believe it or not, there's even MORE happening tonight, and plenty tomorrow and in the days and weeks following. Everything - the most comprehensive presentation of folk-americana, acoustic renaissance, and roots music available ANYWHERE - is always in the latest edition of the Acoustic Americana Music Guide's "Spotlight Events" section. For the moment, the most current edition is August 24, and it's available below or in the sidebar at left, depending on which edition you are reading.
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FINALLY (yep, just one more thing...)
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Today and tomorrow are the last chance to vote in the 2012 "BLUES BLAST MUSIC AWARDS." We are endorsing BERNIE PEARL, the only nominee with an acoustic blues album in the running. Vote at www.thebluesblast.com after you listen to all the nominated music at www.wglt.org -but hurry! It all closes Friday night!
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South Pasadena becomes a free music mecca tonight, and that's not all:
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UPDATE at 5:22 pm: LISA HALEY CONCERT has moved inside the library; Farmers Market cancelled, due to the sudden downpour of rain...
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The "End of Summer Concert Celebration" brings Grammy-noms LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS, playing 5-6:30 pm on an outdoor stage outside the library at 1115 El Centro St, South Pasadena. That's just around the corner, off the southeast end of the weekly Farmers Market. There tonight, WHEN PIGS FLY play their dulcimer-based folk music from 4-7 pm on the stage at the other end of the market, at Mission & Meridian (next to the Gold Line light rail's Mission Station). Bring a chair or blanket and catch some of both.
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Also adjacent to the market, BARRY "BIG B" BRENNER plays his weekly acoustic blues gig, 6-9 pm at Firefly Bistro, 1009 El Centro, South Pasadena.
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In Santa Monica, NEW ORLEANS OWN HOT 8 BRASS BAND, plus THE GUMBO BROTHERS, play this year's closing show of the 28th annual "Santa Monica Pier Twilight Dance Series." It's 7-10 pm and it's free, though nearby parking is pricey. Free street parking is about 3/4 mile inland...
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This month's "AMERICANA MUSIC CIRCLE" brings JOHNNY TOWNSEND, TED RUSSELL KAMP, and performing hostess LAUREN ADAMS and her band to Genghis Cohen in L.A., and they start at 7 pm. (More on the musicians in the Guide's full edition.)
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ERIC BIBB'S STRING BAND, including DIRK POWELL and CEDRIC WATSON, each a music legend in his ow ann right, are the best show this year at the Skirball Cultural Center, just off the 405 fwy atop Sepulveda Pass. That's at 8 pm.
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Up in Altadena, TED & PABLO bring their "Transcontinental Musical Express" to the Coffee Gallery Backstage at 8 pm.
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Down in south OC, HAPA and AOLANI KAEKA bring the music of Hawai'i to the Coach House in San Juan Capistrano at 8.
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Believe it or not, there's even MORE happening tonight, and plenty tomorrow and in the days and weeks following. Everything - the most comprehensive presentation of folk-americana, acoustic renaissance, and roots music available ANYWHERE - is always in the latest edition of the Acoustic Americana Music Guide's "Spotlight Events" section. For the moment, the most current edition is August 24, and it's available below or in the sidebar at left, depending on which edition you are reading.
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FINALLY (yep, just one more thing...)
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Today and tomorrow are the last chance to vote in the 2012 "BLUES BLAST MUSIC AWARDS." We are endorsing BERNIE PEARL, the only nominee with an acoustic blues album in the running. Vote at www.thebluesblast.com after you listen to all the nominated music at www.wglt.org -but hurry! It all closes Friday night!
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Wednesday, August 29, 2012
Wednesday's Best Events, August 29, 2012
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There's a fun FREE event, 6-9 tonight; the TRISHAS play a set in Hollywood at 7 pm (en route to playing the STRAWBERRY MUSIC FESTIVAL this weekend); there's a fun short film on TV, and a good show in San Diego; but the best show in the L.A. area starts late, at 9 pm.
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PLUS A COUPLE OF ADDITIONAL THINGS, added late...
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Here's what's up...
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6 pm Singer-songwriter ROBERT MORGAN FISHER does a performance-interview on web radio at www.indieshowcase.net
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6-9 pm "WILD WEST CONCERTS SUMMER FINALE" and BBQ brings THE SILVERADOS (not Mike Nadolson's Silverado Bluegrass Band) to Temple City Park, 9701 Las Tunas Dr, Temple City (in the SGV). Also performing is TRICK ROPER DAVE and there's professional line dance instruction. Despite the series' name, this finale is the only nominally western show, and the band is really rather country. The BBQ looks good: $8 ($7 advance) for tri tip or chicken, with sides. Band plays in an excellent bandstand-gazebo. Plenty of shade trees. Bring a chair or blanket. Your own picnic is okay. FREE CONCERT.
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THE TRISHAS, a female ensemble that sounds good and folky, plays the Hotel Cafe in Hollywood at 7 pm.
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In San Diego at 7 pm, ELENI MANDELL and CHARLIE WADHAMS play Anthology.
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DUANE THORIN, with his reconstituted SOUL RUSTLERS, plays Viva Cantina's front stage tonight and tomorrow in Burbank. No cover, no minimum, free parking across the street at Pickwick Bowl, good food. Appearing with the Soul Rustlers are touring guitar couple Lisa Carbe and JP Durand of the fiery acoustic guitar trio INCENDIO. Also appearing as a SOUL RUSTLER is fabulous flatpicking guitarist Alex Finazzo. You will know him from his bluegrass collaborations with the great Evan Marshall.
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The best L.A.-area show is HAPA at 9 pm at Sainte Rocke, 142 PCH, Hermosa Beach. The NY Times calls HAPA "The most successful Hawai'ian music troupe in recent history." Doors at 5, so you can go early and eat there. Aloha.
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On TV, 8:47-9 pm, "ON THE AIR" (1939) is on Turner Classic Movies on cable or satellite TV. Big bands do "It Had to Be You," "Tea for Two," and more.
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There's MUCH more, as always, in the latest full edition of the Acoustic Americana Music Guide ... latest is the August 24 edition of "Spotlight Events" and it's available below or in the sidebar at left, depending on which edition you are reading.
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Much more soon!
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There's a fun FREE event, 6-9 tonight; the TRISHAS play a set in Hollywood at 7 pm (en route to playing the STRAWBERRY MUSIC FESTIVAL this weekend); there's a fun short film on TV, and a good show in San Diego; but the best show in the L.A. area starts late, at 9 pm.
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PLUS A COUPLE OF ADDITIONAL THINGS, added late...
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Here's what's up...
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6 pm Singer-songwriter ROBERT MORGAN FISHER does a performance-interview on web radio at www.indieshowcase.net
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6-9 pm "WILD WEST CONCERTS SUMMER FINALE" and BBQ brings THE SILVERADOS (not Mike Nadolson's Silverado Bluegrass Band) to Temple City Park, 9701 Las Tunas Dr, Temple City (in the SGV). Also performing is TRICK ROPER DAVE and there's professional line dance instruction. Despite the series' name, this finale is the only nominally western show, and the band is really rather country. The BBQ looks good: $8 ($7 advance) for tri tip or chicken, with sides. Band plays in an excellent bandstand-gazebo. Plenty of shade trees. Bring a chair or blanket. Your own picnic is okay. FREE CONCERT.
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THE TRISHAS, a female ensemble that sounds good and folky, plays the Hotel Cafe in Hollywood at 7 pm.
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In San Diego at 7 pm, ELENI MANDELL and CHARLIE WADHAMS play Anthology.
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DUANE THORIN, with his reconstituted SOUL RUSTLERS, plays Viva Cantina's front stage tonight and tomorrow in Burbank. No cover, no minimum, free parking across the street at Pickwick Bowl, good food. Appearing with the Soul Rustlers are touring guitar couple Lisa Carbe and JP Durand of the fiery acoustic guitar trio INCENDIO. Also appearing as a SOUL RUSTLER is fabulous flatpicking guitarist Alex Finazzo. You will know him from his bluegrass collaborations with the great Evan Marshall.
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The best L.A.-area show is HAPA at 9 pm at Sainte Rocke, 142 PCH, Hermosa Beach. The NY Times calls HAPA "The most successful Hawai'ian music troupe in recent history." Doors at 5, so you can go early and eat there. Aloha.
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On TV, 8:47-9 pm, "ON THE AIR" (1939) is on Turner Classic Movies on cable or satellite TV. Big bands do "It Had to Be You," "Tea for Two," and more.
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There's MUCH more, as always, in the latest full edition of the Acoustic Americana Music Guide ... latest is the August 24 edition of "Spotlight Events" and it's available below or in the sidebar at left, depending on which edition you are reading.
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Much more soon!
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Tuesday, August 28, 2012
Tuesday's Recommendations, August 28, 2012
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A 5 pm ukulele workshop at the Grammy Museum and two performances (one a showcase) are tonight's highlights.
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Tonight's weekly "SONGWRITERS SERENADE," 7-10 pm, brings MANDA MOSHER, PHIL WARD, AUTUMN LEE, MICHAEL McEWAN, IAN GOETHE, and performing host JC HYKE, to Matt Denny's Ale House in Arcadia for acoustic sets. It's in the pleasant covered courtyard, no cover, but venue is a restaurant and bar, so plan to buy something.
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At the GRAMMY Museum's Clive Davis Theatre, at 7:30 pm, it's Hawai'ian music legend DANIEL HO performing before the screening of "MY KOALOHA STORY, the latest in the museum's "Reel to Real" series. Koaloha Ukulele ownee ALVIN OKANI, whose multigenerational story is told in the film, is joined by family members from their acclaimed uke factory.
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The two present a WORKSHOP FOR ARTISTS at 5 pm, titled , UKULELE 101." Proceeds from both events benefit the museum. More, including ticket info, is in the Guide.
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There's MUCH more, as always, in the latest full edition of the Acoustic Americana Music Guide ... latest is the August 24 edition of "Spotlight Events" and it's available below or in the sidebar at left, depending on which edition you are reading.
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A 5 pm ukulele workshop at the Grammy Museum and two performances (one a showcase) are tonight's highlights.
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Tonight's weekly "SONGWRITERS SERENADE," 7-10 pm, brings MANDA MOSHER, PHIL WARD, AUTUMN LEE, MICHAEL McEWAN, IAN GOETHE, and performing host JC HYKE, to Matt Denny's Ale House in Arcadia for acoustic sets. It's in the pleasant covered courtyard, no cover, but venue is a restaurant and bar, so plan to buy something.
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At the GRAMMY Museum's Clive Davis Theatre, at 7:30 pm, it's Hawai'ian music legend DANIEL HO performing before the screening of "MY KOALOHA STORY, the latest in the museum's "Reel to Real" series. Koaloha Ukulele ownee ALVIN OKANI, whose multigenerational story is told in the film, is joined by family members from their acclaimed uke factory.
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The two present a WORKSHOP FOR ARTISTS at 5 pm, titled , UKULELE 101." Proceeds from both events benefit the museum. More, including ticket info, is in the Guide.
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There's MUCH more, as always, in the latest full edition of the Acoustic Americana Music Guide ... latest is the August 24 edition of "Spotlight Events" and it's available below or in the sidebar at left, depending on which edition you are reading.
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Sunday, August 26, 2012
Eschewing Celebrity: Neil Armstrong's Lesson for Artists
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We, in music, are fond of calling ourselves artists, to credit ourselves with creativity. At the heart of things, we are in show biz, and that conveys a wholly different set of images.
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The most successful musicians gain acclaim. That imparts celebrity. That leads to certain groups of people wanting, obsessively, to know about us, our lives, preferences, passions, and things that most of us would rather keep private.
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When he became the first human to set foot on the moon on July 20, 1969, NEIL ARMSTRONG became an instant celebrity. Except he rejected the celebrity mantle for the rest of his life.
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Icon of exploration? Yes. The real Captain Kirk? Yes, considering he had to manually land the Apollo 11 Lunar Module on the moon after its overloaded computer failed, and the craft was descending into dangerous terrain. Armstrong took the controls and literally TOOK control, finding a safe place to land with nearly all the fuel gone and outside the allowable limits of what NASA's "mission profile" was designed to allow.
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He could have made a lot of that. He could have allowed others to trumpet it and inflate his celebrity-mantle and get product endorsement deals and all the other things that celebrities get to line their pockets and increase their cachet as celebrities to be pursued, invasively, as public property.
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A year after Apollo, he quietly took a job as Professor of Engineering, not at MIT or Harvard or Caltech, but in Cincinnati, in his home state of Ohio. There, as a teacher, he made a difference in the lives of his students, as all teachers have the power to do.
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As artists, we hope we can inspire others to aspire to great things, to attempt something life-changing, or simply to put those who hear our music in a better place, a happier state of mind from which better things happen and a better world is possible.
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Sometimes artists chase fame. At those times, Neil Armstrong's words are worth remembering:
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“I am, and ever will be, a white socks, pocket protector, nerdy engineer,” he said in February 2000 in one of his rare public appearances. “And I take a substantial amount of pride in the accomplishments of my profession.”
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We all sense that we never really knew Neil Armstrong, who died Saturday at the age of 82. Yet, maybe we did. When we identify with the enduring pride of a professional and a personal life of meaningful accomplishment, rather than seizing an opportunity to make our lives about some exploitable moment, then we know the greatest legacy of Neil Armstrong.
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The latest full edition of the Acoustic Americana Music Guide (August 24) is loaded with events, festivals, concerts, club gigs, workshops, and much more. It's available just below or in the sidebar at left, depending which edition you are reading.
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We, in music, are fond of calling ourselves artists, to credit ourselves with creativity. At the heart of things, we are in show biz, and that conveys a wholly different set of images.
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The most successful musicians gain acclaim. That imparts celebrity. That leads to certain groups of people wanting, obsessively, to know about us, our lives, preferences, passions, and things that most of us would rather keep private.
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When he became the first human to set foot on the moon on July 20, 1969, NEIL ARMSTRONG became an instant celebrity. Except he rejected the celebrity mantle for the rest of his life.
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Icon of exploration? Yes. The real Captain Kirk? Yes, considering he had to manually land the Apollo 11 Lunar Module on the moon after its overloaded computer failed, and the craft was descending into dangerous terrain. Armstrong took the controls and literally TOOK control, finding a safe place to land with nearly all the fuel gone and outside the allowable limits of what NASA's "mission profile" was designed to allow.
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He could have made a lot of that. He could have allowed others to trumpet it and inflate his celebrity-mantle and get product endorsement deals and all the other things that celebrities get to line their pockets and increase their cachet as celebrities to be pursued, invasively, as public property.
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A year after Apollo, he quietly took a job as Professor of Engineering, not at MIT or Harvard or Caltech, but in Cincinnati, in his home state of Ohio. There, as a teacher, he made a difference in the lives of his students, as all teachers have the power to do.
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As artists, we hope we can inspire others to aspire to great things, to attempt something life-changing, or simply to put those who hear our music in a better place, a happier state of mind from which better things happen and a better world is possible.
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Sometimes artists chase fame. At those times, Neil Armstrong's words are worth remembering:
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“I am, and ever will be, a white socks, pocket protector, nerdy engineer,” he said in February 2000 in one of his rare public appearances. “And I take a substantial amount of pride in the accomplishments of my profession.”
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We all sense that we never really knew Neil Armstrong, who died Saturday at the age of 82. Yet, maybe we did. When we identify with the enduring pride of a professional and a personal life of meaningful accomplishment, rather than seizing an opportunity to make our lives about some exploitable moment, then we know the greatest legacy of Neil Armstrong.
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The latest full edition of the Acoustic Americana Music Guide (August 24) is loaded with events, festivals, concerts, club gigs, workshops, and much more. It's available just below or in the sidebar at left, depending which edition you are reading.
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Friday, August 24, 2012
Spotlight Events • August 24, 2012 Edition • Acoustic Americana Music Guide
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Whether or not you made it to any music event over the weekend, there is PLENTY happening any night you want to check! So scroll to the appropriate date and forge on!
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If you're reading this on Sunday, here's a quick addition: the BIGHORN MOUNTAIN MUSIC FESTIVAL concludes today. The Guide was there Saturday, and had a wonderful time. The acts today are good. Go. You'll have marvelous fun. It's at 7,000+ feet. It costs you $20 just to ride the ski lift to get up there on any day. For less than twice that, you get to ride the lifts to a music festival! It's above Mt. Baldy Village, within an hour east of L.A. Details in the Guide's Sunday "festivals" section, below...
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Now, here's the full edition, as originally published:
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FESTIVALS are prolific this weekend and next (along with an incredible, nee unbelievable offering of concerts this Saturday night. You won’t believe it ‘til you see it.) FOUR of this weekend’s festivals rate as “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” picks, and there is a FIFTH one on the live webstream from Folk Alley on Saturday. Plus MORE local festivals that might interest you. Check our Friday, Saturday and Sunday listings for write-ups and details.
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All that and MUCH more is in this brand-new edition.
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Briefly, those festivals are…
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1) The annual “LOS ANGELES GUITAR FESTIVAL” Friday & Saturday with JOHN JORGENSON, ROBBEN FORD & MICHAEL LANDAU in RENEGADE CREATION, DOUG MacLEOD, JIMMY HASLIP, GARY NOVAK, PEPPINO D’AGOSTINO, JEFF CAMPITELLI, and more, at Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center.
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2) The new “BIGHORN MOUNTAIN MUSIC FESTIVAL,” all weekend, brings a big lineup of rootsy new-fangled old-time-inspired string bands and Americana artists and bands to three stages atop Mt. Baldy Notch, on the high end of the cool San Gabriel Mountains at the top of the ski lifts. Less than an hour east of L.A. and an alpine world apart, it starts with a Friday night jam and has scheduled acts Saturday & Sunday, including THE STONE FOXES, THE DAMNGIVERS, THE GET DOWN BOYS, MODAL TEASE STRING BAND, THE BLACK TONGUED BELLS, SHAWN JONES, CLAREMONT VOODOO SOCIETY, ERIC McFADDEN, ANNABELLE LEE, ZACHARIAH & THE LOBOS RIDERS, RIZORKESTRA, REVEREND DEADEYE, KARLING ABBEYGATE, THE BRIXTONES, THE SUNSET DRIFTERS, and many more, plus a “GUITAR PULL” hosted by CHRIS DARROW, with ROBB STRANDLUND, PATRICK BRAYER & EDDIE CUNNINGHAM. There’s camping, fabulous views, and more.
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3) The annual “REAL BLUES FESTIVAL OF ORANGE COUNTY” on Sunday has performances by WHITEBOY JAMES & THE BLUE EXPRESS, TRICIA FREEMAN, JUMPIN’ JACK BENNY, BORN BLUE, JAY GORDON & BLUES VENOM, K.K. MARTIN, PAPA J & FRIENDS, and more, at Malone’s in Santa Ana.
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4) The 3rd Annual “NO BUDGET FILM FESTIVAL” has panels and a party on Saturday, then Sunday night’s screenings and awards presentations at the Downtown Independent in L.A.
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5) LIVE ON WEB RADIO: Noon-8 pm (Pacific) FOLK ALLEY is on the road at the “FAYETTEVILLE ROOTS FESTIVAL” in Arkansas and will broadcast live. Catch performances by DAVID GRISMAN'S FOLKJAZZ TRIO, DARRELL SCOTT, HOOTS & HELLMOUTH, and more.
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6) The annual “FIESTA LA BALLONA,” Friday though Sunday in Culver City, and
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7) The 13th annual “ELVIS FESTIVAL” on Sunday at the O.C. Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa.
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Details of ALL those doin’s and MUCH more are in this edition!
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Welcome! Dive right in. It’s all chronological, by date and time of day, with daily sections for festivals when there are any. This edition runs from now to waaay into the future. Enjoy!
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Fri, Aug 24; Fri-Sat, Aug 24 & 25, FESTIVAL,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm annual “LOS ANGELES GUITAR FESTIVAL,” tonight with ERIC JOHNSON, ALBERT LEE, and MUCH more tomorrow, at Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center, 1935 Manhattan Beach Bl, Redondo Beach 90278; 310-937-6607. Advance tix at 800-595-4849. Event info, www.LAGuitarFestival.com.
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Fri, Aug 24; Fri-Sun, Aug 24-26, free FESTIVAL:
“FIESTA LA BALLONA” is FREE in Veterans Park, at Culver Bl & Overland Av, just west of Downtown Culver City. Free parking in the Sony parking structure, 1/2 block north of Culver / Overland intersection. Enter lot from Overland and turn right into structure. Free handicapped parking at Veterans Park.
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There are tons of bands of all kinds. Recommended acts are in caps. Take a look to determine when you want to be there:
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STAGE IN THE PARK / MAIN STAGE
Friday (runs 4:30-9:30 pm)
4:30 pm Band: The Swing Set for the seniors
6 pm Fiesta Palooza teen band: CARAVAN BLUES BAND
6:50 pm Special guest: Conrad
7:40 pm Teen band: Below 51
8:30 pm Teen band: False Puppet
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Saturday (runs 11:45 am-9 pm)
11 am Culver City Police Dept. K-9 demonstration
11:45 am Opening Ceremony
Noon MARIACHI VOCES DE MEXICO DE RAUL SANCHEZ
1 pm Community act: Grupo Folklorico Tzintzuni
1:45 pm Band: Smells Like the 90's
2:45 pm Community act: California Dance Center
3:30 pm Band: 80z All Stars
4:30 pm Community act: Dee-Lightful Prod. Musical Theater
5:15 pm Band: TOM NOLAN BAND
6:15 pm Community act: Ballroom Dance with Pat Ruane
7 pm Band: Sgt. Pepper (Beatles tribute, British invasion)
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Sunday (runs 11 am-6:15 pm)
11 am Cali Rose & The CC Strummers (World Beat)
11:45am Band: ORQUESTA CHARANGOA
12:45 pm Community act: Line Dancing with “The Senior Steppers”
1:30 pm Band: Bern
2:30 pm Community act: Ho'Aloha Polynesian Dancers
3:15 pm Band: BENNIE AND THE SWAMPGATORS
4:15 pm Community act: MURPHY FAMILY BLUEGRASS BAND
5 pm Band: SOUL DOGS
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Plus, Performances in the Park – various roving acts throughout the park; Arts in the Park - creative arts workshops each half-hour. Carnival rides, arts & crafts, parade, food & drinks.
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Event is bike friendly, with free bike valet and workshops; cycling groups offer skill sessions.
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More at www.fiestalaballona.org
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Fri, Aug 24; Fri-Sun, Aug 24-26, FESTIVAL,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm The new “BIGHORN MOUNTAIN MUSIC FESTIVAL” gets underway this evening with an Open Mic hosted by RIZORKESTRA. Sign-ups at 7 pm. Bring your instrument and show off your chops; one outstanding performer will be offered a performance slot at next year’s festival.
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Scheduled acts on three stages happen Saturday and Sunday, with a big lineup of rootsy new-fangled old-time-inspired string bands and Americana artists and bands to three stages atop Mt. Baldy Notch, on the high end of the cool San Gabriel Mountains at the top of the ski lifts. Less than an hour east of L.A. and an alpine world apart, scheduled acts Saturday & Sunday include THE STONE FOXES, THE DAMNGIVERS, THE GET DOWN BOYS, MODAL TEASE STRING BAND, THE BLACK TONGUED BELLS, SHAWN JONES, CLAREMONT VOODOO SOCIETY, ERIC McFADDEN, ANNABELLE LEE, ZACHARIAH & THE LOBOS RIDERS, RIZORKESTRA, REVEREND DEADEYE, KARLING ABBEYGATE, THE BRIXTONES, THE SUNSET DRIFTERS, and many more, plus a “GUITAR PULL” hosted by CHRIS DARROW, with ROBB STRANDLUND, PATRICK BRAYER & EDDIE CUNNINGHAM. There’s camping, fabulous views, and more. More in the Guide’s Saturday and Sunday listings, and at www.BigHornMusicFest.com.
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Friday’s
CONCERTS, CLUB GIGS, SHOWCASES, OPEN MICS, & more…
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Fri, Aug 24:
7-11 pm SHAWN JONES plays Lucille’s Smokehouse & BBQ, Long Beach Town Center (at Carson St & 605 Fwy), Long Beach; www.lucillesbbq.com; 562-938-7427. Artist info, www.shawnjonesmusic.com.
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Fri, Aug 24:
7-10 pm DANNY JACOBSON & THE VEGAS LEGENDS bring Vegas-style spot-on singing impressions of Frank, Dean, Sammy, Elvis, Ray Charles, Roy Orbison, Willie Nelson, Tom Jones, Rod Stewart, Johnny Cash, Billie Holiday, and 30 more music legends, at Main Street Restaurant in Yorba Linda.
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Fri, Aug 24, world music:
7 pm MASANGA MARIMBA ENSEMBLE plays Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts - L.A., in MacArthur Park, 2230 W 6th St (at S Park View), downtown L.A.; 213-368-0520; www.levittla.org; concert series, 213-384-5701. (AKA MacArthur Park Band Shell, and home to other events not in Levitt series listings.) Free.
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Fri, Aug 24, in Ventura:
7 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “BELL ARTS SONG CIRCLE” at Bell Arts Factory, 432 N Ventura Av, Ventura 93001.
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Fri, Aug 24:
7:30 pm “FRIDAY OPEN MIC NIGHTS” at the CTMS Center for Folk Music, the building in the park at 16953 Ventura Bl, Encino 91316; 818-817-7756.
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Fri, Aug 24, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm SHAWN PITTMAN plays the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91006; www.arcadiabluesclub.com; 626-447-9349. Shawn Pittman brings “Texas blues at its best. No nonsense blues guitar and singing. 35 year old Bluesman from Texas with his eighth release since 1998.” As usual, the BOBBY BLUEHOUSE BAND with various special guests kicks-off the night and performs between the headliner’s sets. Bobby Bluehouse says, “We are ‘keeping the blues alive,' so get your dancin' shoes ready. We gonna do this right!”
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Fri, Aug 24, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm ROY BOOK BINDER, “constantly traveling bluesman and disciple of Rev. Gary Davis,” plays McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-828-4497. Tix, $17.50.
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Fri, Aug 24, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm SEVERIN BROWNE and JOHN M. play the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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“SEVERIN BROWNE,” says venue impresario Bob Stane, ”is a staple of the Los Angeles tradition of fine songwriting and a funny stage show. He sparkles and continues to shine more brightly every year.” A former Motown recording artist and staff songwriter, Severin Browne continues to enchant audiences with his clear voice, masterful guitar playing and finely crafted songs. With roots in pop and jazz, Severin delights acoustic audiences with grooves not usually heard in folk circles, set amid stories of pirates and vampires, and even twisted love songs.
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JOHN M, says American Songwriter magazine, “is first and foremost a great songwriter.… something we need to hear in today’s music.” - Vernell Hackett. John has toured and performed all over the U.S, in such venues as Nashville’s Bluebird Café, Eddie’s Attic in Atlanta, The Tin Angel in Philadelphia, The Kerrville Folk Festival in Texas, and locally he has performed at The Coffee Gallery Backstage, Genghis Cohen, The Mint, Kulak’s Woodshed, and Russ & Julie’s House Concerts.
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Fri, Aug 24, in Santa Barbara, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
Time tba ELENI MANDELL and DAVID DONDERO play Muddy Waters Café, 508 E Haley St, Santa Barbara 93103; 805-966-9328. Info on the artists, www.elenimandell.com.
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Fri, Aug 24:
8 pm TRUTH & SALVAGE CO plus FOSTER TIMMS at the Troubadour, 9081 Santa Monica Bl, West Hollywood; www.troubadour.com; 310-276-6168. $15.
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Fri, Aug 24:
8 pm weekly “MONROVIA STREET FAIR” includes several venues with acoustic music, some impromptu, some more formal, including the KATTYWOMPUS CONCERT and JAM with all comers – including dulcimer players – at Dollmakers Kattywompus, 412 S Myrtle Av, Monrovia 91016; 626-357-1091. Free.
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Fri, Aug 24, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8:30 pm ALEJANDRO ESCOVEDO and JESSE MALIN play The Mint, 6010 W Pico Bl, L.A.; 323-954-9630; www.themintla.com. Tix, $15-20.
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Fri, Aug 24, on TV:
8:30-9 pm “BLUEGRASS UNDERGROUND” features a live (taped) performance. Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings. Repeats at 2:30 am.
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Fri, Aug 24:
Time tba “AMERICAN MONSTER BLUES & BURLESQUE SHOW” at Harvelle’s Long Beach, 206 The Promenade North, Long Beach 90802; www.harvelles.com; 310-395-1676.
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Fri, Aug 24:
Time tba PAT O’BRIEN & THE PRIESTS OF LOVE at First Cabin, 46 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia; 626-446-2575.
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Fri, Aug 24, in south OC:
Time tba KETTLEBACK plays The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano; 949-496-8927; www.thecoachhouse.com.
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Fri, Aug 24:
9 pm DUSTBOWL REVIVAL plays a fundraiser party to finish their new CD “Carry Me Home,” previewing tunes from it, plus an opening set by WILD REEDS, at 1085 Amoroso Pl, Venice. Band info, www.dustbowlrevival.com and http://thewildreedsmusic.com.
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Fri, Aug 24:
9 pm-1 am JAMIE DRAKE plays The Foundry on Melrose, 7465 Melrose Av, L.A. 90046; www.thefoundryonmelrose.com.
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Fri, Aug 24:
9 pm JOE WOOD & THE LONELY ONES play the Eldorado Restaurant / Eldo Sports Lounge, 3014 Studebaker Rd, Long Beach 90808; www.facebook.com/mobileprotection#!/eldo.restuarant.
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Fri, Aug 24:
9 pm FISHBONE, FLOWBIS, and UPROOTED play electric Americana at Saint Rocke, 142 Pacific Coast Hwy, Hermosa Beach 90254; www.saintrocke.com; 310-372-0035. $15 cover.
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Fri, Aug 24:
9 pm THE SOUL OF JOHN BLACK plays WitZend, 1717 Lincoln Bl, Venice 90291 (just W of Venice Bl) ); www.witzendlive.com. $10 cover. Band info, www.thesoulofjohnblack.com.
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Fri, Aug 24, on TV:
9-10 pm “AUSTIN CITY LIMITS” features a live (taped) performance. Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings. Repeats at 3 am.
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Fri, Aug 24:
9:30 pm Harmonica virtuoso GARY ALLEGRETTO plus EDDIE TURNER play Harvelle's Santa Monica, 1432 Fourth St, Santa Monica; www.harvelles.com; 310-395-1676. $10 cover. Artist info, www.garyallegretto.com.
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Fri, Aug 24:
10 pm JT ROSS & SPEEDWAY play Villains Tavern 1356 Palmetto St, downtown L.A.; www.villainstavern.com; 213-613-0766. The place is “a steampunk bar.” Band info, www.facebook.com/speedwayvenice.
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Fri, Aug 24, on TV:
10-11 pm “FRONT ROW CENTER” features a live (taped) performance. Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings. Repeats at 4 am.
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EARLY MORNING TV:
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Before we get to the festival listings, early risers should check these…
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EARLY Sat, Aug 25, on TV:
5-5:30 am “SUN STUDIO SESSIONS” features a live (taped) performance. Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings. Repeats at 2 am.
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EARLY Sat, Aug 25, on TV, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
5-5:30 am “JAMMIN’ AT HIPPIE JACK’S” features DARRELL SCOTT doing his “Outlaw Gospel” in a live (taped) 2012 performance for the show’s Season 7 finale episode. Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings for your channel.
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Saturday’s FESTIVALS
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Sat, Aug 25; Fri & Sat, Aug 24 & 25, FESTIVAL,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm annual “LOS ANGELES GUITAR FESTIVAL” with JOHN JORGENSON, ROBBEN FORD & MICHAEL LANDAU in RENEGADE CREATION, DOUG MacLEOD, JIMMY HASLIP, GARY NOVAK, PEPPINO D’AGOSTINO, JEFF CAMPITELLI, and more, at Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center, 1935 Manhattan Beach Bl, Redondo Beach 90278; 310-937-6607. Advance tix at 800-595-4849. Event info, www.LAGuitarFestival.com.
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Sat & Sun, Aug 25 & 26, FESTIVAL,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick
11 am-11 pm “BIG HORN MUSIC FESTIVAL” brings a big lineup of new-fangled old-time-inspired string bands and Americana musicians to the high end of the San Gabriel Mountains, with THE STONE FOXES, THE DAMNGIVERS, THE GET DOWN BOYS, MODAL TEASE STRING BAND, THE BLACK TONGUED BELLS, SHAWN JONES, CLAREMONT VOODOO SOCIETY, ERIC McFADDEN, ANNABELLE LEE, ZACHARIAH & THE LOBOS RIDERS, RIZORKESTRA, REVEREND DEADEYE, KARLING ABBEYGATE, THE BRIXTONES, THE SUNSET DRIFTERS, and many more, plus a “GUITAR PULL” hosted by CHRIS DARROW, with ROBB STRANDLUND, PATRICK BRAYER & EDDIE CUNNINGHAM, on three stages, all atop Mt. Baldy Ski Lifts, above Mt. Baldy Village. The festival is only accessible via the ski lift, and you can go up early, starting at 7 am. The bottom end is at 8401 Mt. Baldy Rd, Mt Baldy, about 45 minutes east of L.A.
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The Festival has a Friday night jam, then scheduled acts throughout the weekend. This is an event that participating musicians are promoting with enthusiasm. “We are excited to play with DUST BOWL REVIVAL, BLACK TOUNGED BELLS, CLAREMONT VOODOO SOCIETY, THE GET DOWN BOYS, and more,” say the DAMN GIVERS, who play the closing set on the Sunset Stage on Sunday at 6:30 pm. (There’s more music on the indoor stage after that, until late.)
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Camping in the National Forest is available and the festival can get you in Friday night (there are events then). But you can only byo water (no food or beverages) onto the lifts or into the festival. Wear “sturdy shoes” because you’re in an alpine world up there. And take a jacket; out of the heat in the clear mountain air, up high, it can get chilly after sunset. Get tix and page your way through their web site for more at www.bighornmusicfest.com.
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Full two-day passes are $65 adult, $35 child. One-day tix are $37 adult, $22 child.
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Sat, Aug 25; Fri-Sun, Aug 24-26, free FESTIVAL:
“FIESTA LA BALLONA” is FREE in Veterans Park, at Culver Bl & Overland Av, just west of Downtown Culver City. Free parking in the Sony parking structure, 1/2 block north of Culver / Overland intersection. Enter lot from Overland and turn right into structure. Free handicapped parking at Veterans Park.
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There are tons of bands of all kinds. Recommended acts are in caps. Take a look to determine when you want to be there:
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STAGE IN THE PARK / MAIN STAGE
Friday (runs 4:30-9:30 pm)
4:30 pm Band: The Swing Set for the seniors
6 pm Fiesta Palooza teen band: CARAVAN BLUES BAND
6:50 pm Special guest: Conrad
7:40 pm Teen band: Below 51
8:30 pm Teen band: False Puppet
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Saturday (runs 11:45 am-9 pm)
11 am Culver City Police Dept. K-9 demonstration
11:45 am Opening Ceremony
Noon MARIACHI VOCES DE MEXICO DE RAUL SANCHEZ
1 pm Community act: Grupo Folklorico Tzintzuni
1:45 pm Band: Smells Like the 90's
2:45 pm Community act: California Dance Center
3:30 pm Band: 80z All Stars
4:30 pm Community act: Dee-Lightful Prod. Musical Theater
5:15 pm Band: TOM NOLAN BAND
6:15 pm Community act: Ballroom Dance with Pat Ruane
7 pm Band: Sgt. Pepper (Beatles tribute, British invasion)
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Sunday (runs 11 am-6:15 pm)
11 am Cali Rose & The CC Strummers (World Beat)
11:45am Band: ORQUESTA CHARANGOA
12:45 pm Community act: Line Dancing with “The Senior Steppers”
1:30 pm Band: Bern
2:30 pm Community act: Ho'Aloha Polynesian Dancers
3:15 pm Band: BENNIE AND THE SWAMPGATORS
4:15 pm Community act: MURPHY FAMILY BLUEGRASS BAND
5 pm Band: SOUL DOGS
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Plus, Performances in the Park – various roving acts throughout the park; Arts in the Park - creative arts workshops each half-hour. Carnival rides, arts & crafts, parade, food & drinks.
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Event is bike friendly, with free bike valet and workshops; cycling groups offer skill sessions.
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More at www.fiestalaballona.org
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Sat & Sun, Aug 25 & 26, FESTIVAL, not specifically music, but cool,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
The 3rd Annual “NO BUDGET FILM FESTIVAL” hosts events today, including panels, 1-5 pm at The Last Bookstore in downtown L.A. and a gallery party, 5-10 pm at the cARTel House. Sunday night is the screening and awards presentations at the Downtown Independent in L.A. It’s all presented by Collaborative Arts L.A. Some awards are determined by audience vote, so it’s interactive. Last year was over-sold-out. Sunday night tix are $11.50. Attendance at Saturday’s events is rather ad hoc. Additional Info at www.nobudgetfilmfest.com.
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Saturday’s
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Sat, Aug 25:
10 am THE DUSTBOWL REVIVAL plays the “Big! World! Fun! Family Series,” bringing their “old-school bluegrass, gospel, jug-band and swamp blues with the hot swing of the 1930s” to the John Anson Ford Amphitheatre, 2580 Cahuenga Bl East, Hollywood 90068; 323-461-3673.
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Sat, Aug 25, in San Diego Co:
11 am-3 pm GONE TOMORROW plays Kahoots Pets, 334 W El Norte Pkwy, Escondido. Free.
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GONE TOMORROW will play the MAMMOTH BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL in Mammoth Lakes, Sept 1-2, with special guests JOHN MAILANDER on fiddle and MICHAEL WILLIAMS on guitar.
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Sat, Aug 25, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
Noon TITANIC DIXIELAND JAZZ BAND plays the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91006; www.arcadiabluesclub.com; 626-447-9349. It’s their first stop on a big festival tour. Bobby Bluehouse says, “Yea baby! Bring yo dancin' shoes.”
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Sat, Aug 25:
Noon I SEE HAWKS IN L.A. play the Norwalk Senior Center, 14040 San Antonio Dr, Norwalk 90650. Info, call Elizabeth Rock, 562-929-5677.
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Sat, Aug 25, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, on web radio:
Noon-8 pm (Pacific) FOLK ALLEY is on the road at the “FAYETTEVILLE ROOTS FESTIVAL” in Arkansas and will broadcast live. This festival is a four-day urban music festival showcasing many of the elements that make Fayetteville a beloved cultural hot spot. The festival's slogan is "A Mountain Town in its Natural State." The "roots" element of the festival is dedicated to showcasing a musical style that is heavily supported, created, and somewhat originating in Fayetteville and the Ozarks as a whole. This year's festival features performances by DAVID GRISMAN'S FOLKJAZZ TRIO, JOHN PRINE, DARRELL SCOTT, THE STEEL WHEELS, JOHN FULLBRIGHT, POKEY LAFARGE & THE SOUTH CITY THREE, THE CARPER FAMILY, STILL ON THE HILL, 3 PENNY ACRE, GREGORY ALAN ISAKOV, and many more.
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Tentative broadcast schedule:
Noon -- Still on the Hill
12:40 pm -- 3 Penny Acre
1:20 pm -- The Carper Family
2:05 pm -- Milkdrive
2:45 pm -- Hoots & Hellmouth
3:30 pm -- The Steel Wheels
4:10 pm -- TBD
4:30 pm -- Joy Kills Sorrow
5:20 pm -- Gregory Alan Isakov
6:10 pm -- Darrell Scott
6:50 pm -- John Fullbright
7:30 pm -- David Grisman FolkJazz Trio
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Sat, Aug 25:
1 pm monthly “OLD TIME & TRADITIONAL SOUTHERN FIDDLE & BANJO MUSIC JAM” at Audubon Nature Center in Debs Park, 4700 N Griffin Av, Highland Park 90031; off the 110 Fwy; 323-221-2255.
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Sat, Aug 25, an “EVENT-of-the-WEEK for ARTISTS:”
2 pm “ACOUSTIC BLUES GUITAR WORKSHOP” with ROY BOOK BINDER at The Fret House, 309 N Citrus, Covina 91723; 626-339-7020. He does a concert here tonight at 8 pm. Get a reservation for the workshop as soon as you read this. Limited to 10 people, $60 fee.
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Sat, Aug 25, in Bakersfield:
2-5 pm weekly “ACOUSTIC JAM” at Dagney's Coffee Shop in Bakersfield. “Come on down for some coffee, stir in some music, and you get a good time.” Info, contact Jeff Russinsky at 661-364-1553 or 661-324-7504.
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Sat, Aug 25, an “EVENT-of-the-WEEK for ARTISTS:”
4 pm GUITAR WORKSHOP with MARK SHARK at Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City 90230; 310-398-2583.
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Sat, Aug 25:
4-8 pm “PRO BLUES JAM” with JOHN LaMAIN & GOOD DEAL at Doheny’s Tartan Room in Garden Grove.
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Sat, Aug 25, in San Diego:
5-7 pm GONE TOMORROW, with special guest vocalist CORRIE DESMUKE, plays a FREE two-hour concert in Clay Park, Art St & Seminole Dr, one block S of El Cajon Bl in the Rolando neighborhood of San Diego, just south of SDSU. Look for the shade tents along the east side of Clay Park, right next to Clay Elementary school. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy some great music in one of San Diego’s nicest neighborhoods. Free.
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Sat, Aug 25, in Santa Ynez, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
5:30 pm PETER FELDMANN & THE VERY LONESOME BOYS, the band of DAVID WEST, TOME LEE, PETER FELDMANN, & BLAINE SPROUSE, play a benefit the Santa Ynez Library, with a tri-tip barbecue and no-host bar, and plenty of bluegrass music, at the Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum, 3596 Sagunto St, Santa Ynez. Info & reservations, contact Barbara Davidge at 805-688-8477.
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Check out Peter Feldmann & the Very Lonesome Boys from their “Song Tree” concert series performance in June:
Performing “Ragtime Annie,” at http://youtu.be/BboxYL7Czjg
Playing “Lonesome Moonlight Waltz” at http://youtu.be/8NOTUeeL_8I
Doing “High On A Mountain” at http://youtu.be/UZHQuER1LQs
And playing “Brown's Ferry Blues” at http://youtu.be/kYBGJnl3U9Q.
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Sat, Aug 25:
6 pm annual “GLENDORA CLASSIC CAR SHOW” brings music by FLATTOP TOM & HIS JUMP CATS in downtown Glendora. Free.
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Sat, Aug 25:
6:30 pm weekly “BLUEGRASS CONCERT” at Me N Eds Pizza Parlor, 4115 Paramount Bl, Lakewood 90712; 562-421-8908.
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Sat, Aug 25, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm WRECK N SOW plays the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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WRECK N SOW is a first-rate L.A.-based string quartet, with a guitar, a bass guitar, a fiddle and a mandolin. They will tell you that, like Monopoly, they entertain people aged eight to eighty. Bluegrass? They do that. Folk? That too. Country Western? Absolutely. Americana? Well they are from America. Using strings and voices, they offer-up familiar and original songs of love, lost love and no love, songs about family, heaven and hell, small animals, driving, dancing, lots of money and heavy farm equipment.
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Wreck N Sow performed live for the first time in February 2006. Since then, Pierre Dupuy (guitar), Randy Cochran (bass fiddle), Mike Stave (fiddle) and Andre Dupuy (mandolin) have entertained Southern Californians at theaters, festivals, restaurants, bars, museums, private parties, two Jewish weddings and a pancake breakfast. They’ve recorded two CDs; “First Harvest”, released to coincide with their appearance at the inaugural 2007 Stagecoach Festival and 2009’s “Second Thoughts.” They are currently working on their third CD. Their website, www.wrecknsow.com, features pictures, videos and notices of their upcoming shows.
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Sat, Aug 25, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick::
7 pm GEOFF MULDAUR, JIM KWESKIN & SUZY THOMPSON, plus TOM BALL & KENNY SULTAN make for an “oh, wow” formidable lineup at the “Lobero Live” series at Lobero Theatre, 33 E Canon Perdido St, Santa Barbara 93101; 805-963-0761.
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Sat, Aug 25:
7-9 pm JESSICA FICHOT, that charming musician with French roots, plays Crème de la Crèpe, 36 W Colorado Bl, Pasadena; www.cremedelacrepe.com/location.php?city=pasadena.
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Jessica says, “The band and I had a great time on our short tour of Europe, and in Northern California last month. I've been relaxing since then, but I wanted to let you know that I'll be playing a casual gig in Pasadena – a trio with MICHAEL PAPILLO on upright and ANTOINE SALEM on guitar. So stop by for some crèpes, drinks and (mostly) French music.”
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Sat, Aug 25:
7 pm WHEN PIGS FLY! play Dollmakers, 412 S Myrtle Av, Monrovia 91016; 626-357-1091. Sponsored by Kattywompus.
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Sat, Aug 25:
7 pm WISEGUYS BIG BAND plays Memorial Park, 320 N Orange Pl, Azusa; 626-812-5280. Food court on site. Free concert. (Check before you go. This is unverified.)
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Sat, Aug 25:
7 pm Guitarist BRIAN HUGHES & his band bring contemporary Latin-Jazz to the “16th Annual Altadena Sheriffs’ Summer Concert Series” in the Amphitheater at Farnsworth Park, 568 East Mt. Curve Av, Altadena 91001; series info, www.altadenasheriffs.blogspot.com; 626-798-6335. FREE concert series.
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Sat, Aug 25:
7-11 pm BRIAN YOUNG & THE BLUES play Lucille’s Smokehouse & BBQ, Long Beach Town Center (at Carson St & 605 Fwy), Long Beach; www.lucillesbbq.com; 562-938-7427.
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Sat, Aug 25:
7 pm weekly “RANCH PARTY” brings TINY TELEVISION, plus MICHAEL UBALDINI & THE LONESOME PLAYBOYS to the music patio adjacent to EB’s Wine Bar, in the L.A. Farmers Market complex, 6333 3rd (at Fairfax), L.A.; www.farmersmarketla.com. Always a lineup of Americana / alt country recording artists at this series. Plenty of places to eat are nearby, and you carry your food to the stage seating. Show and series info, www.reverbnation.com/venue/ranchpartycountrynight. No cover.
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Sat, Aug 25:
7 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “WEST VALLEY HOOT” in Woodland Hills 91367. Location and info at www.songmakers.org.
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Sat, Aug 25, in Ventura:
7:30 pm SHARI PUERTO BAND brings the blues to the “MUSIC UNDER THE STARS: series in Ventura.
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Sat, Aug 25:
7:30 pm GRATEFUL DUDES BLUEGRASS play their longtime weekly residency a.t Vincenzo's Pizza, 24500 Lyons Av, Newhall 91350. Some VERY prominent guests have been known to sit-in… No cover.
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Sat, Aug 25, the final show; a “SHOW-of-the-YEAR” pick:
8 pm NEIL DIAMOND reprises his “HOT AUGUST NIGHT” with a 40th Anniversary tour, including these shows at the Greek Theatre in L.A., where he played the original.
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Can you say, “Chance to relive a legendary concert with the music legend who performed it, who etched a very special night into music history?” That’s literally what this is. Any superlative you want to apply, after 40 years and millions of album sales of the show taped on the very same stage way back in 1972, well, the accolades and gushing enthusiasm and stage-lit memories are all warranted.
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Here’s the schedule and status at press time:
Sat, Aug 11 at 8 pm - sold out
Thu, Aug 16 at 8 pm - sold out
Sat, Aug 18 at 8 pm - ON SALE NOW
Thu, Aug 23 at 8 pm - ON SALE NOW
Sat, Aug 25 at 8 pm - ON SALE NOW
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Every seat will sell-out quickly, so act accordingly.
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Sat, Aug 25, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm CALIFORNIA PHILHARMONIC “FESTIVAL ON THE GREEN” summer outdoor concert series completes its 2012 season with tonight’s theme of “BEETHOVEN & JOHN WILLIAMS” at Santa Anita Racetrack Park, 285 W Huntington Dr, Arcadia.
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Maestro VICTOR VENER is renowned for presenting accessible classical music with many recognizable melodies for those who are not into tuxedo classical. In fact, there is a jazz combo performing from 5 pm until the main concert at 8. Even if you’re not into jazz, go early.
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Gates open at 5 pm for dining, the instrument petting zoo, pony rides, best placement of beach chairs, and probably additional fun / diversions. A fine catered picnic dinner is available (you should order in advance to get the options you want) or you can bring your own food and beverages. More expensive seats include tables with tablecloths. Cheaper seats are bring-your-own chair or blanket.
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The series began here on with July 28 with “Center Stage,” continued Aug 11 with “Carmen on Broadway,” and concludes tonight. Each Saturday evening show repeats as an indoor matinee the next afternoon in Walt Disney Concert Hall at the Music Center in downtown L.A. in air-conditioned comfort. Info and tix for all six performances (three outdoor, three indoor) are available at www.calphil.org or 626-300-8200.
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Sat, Aug 25, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm DEL McCOURY BAND plays the “Flights & Sounds Series” at Orange County Great Park’s Runway Stage, at Sand Canyon & Marine Way, Irvine 92618; 949-724-6247. Event info, 866-829-3829.
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Sat, Aug 25, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm ROY BOOK BINDER plays The Fret House, 309 N Citrus, Covina 91723; 626-339-7020. He also does a workshop here today at 2 pm. Get reservations for either or both as soon as you read this. Concert tix, $20.
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Sat, Aug 25, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm ELENI MANDELL and DAVID DONDERO play McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-828-4497. Info on the artists, www.elenimandell.com and www.daviddondero.com. Tix, $15.
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Sat, Aug 25, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm ED MUNTER & THE MASTERS OF NOW, plus ZEHNDER, play Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City 90230; 310-398-2583.
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ED MUNTER is amazing. He was a guest on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks” when he was doing a one-man folk-opera in the mid double-oughts and he proved to be an artist of considerable depth and accessible ideas. His songwriting and arrangements are way ahead of others who are recognized among the best. Why he isn’t famous is a major mystery. Go see him. – Acoustic Americana Music Guide.
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Sat, Aug 25, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, in Santa Barbara:
8 pm GEOFF MULDAUR, JIM KWESKIN & SUZY THOMPSON, plus TOM BALL AND KENNY SULTAN, play the “Lobero Live” series at Lobero Theatre, 33 E Canon Perdido St, Santa Barbara 93101; 805-963-0761.
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Sat, Aug 25, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, in Santa Barbara:
8 pm BROTHER SUN plays the Trinity Backstage Coffee House, 1500 State St, Santa Barbara 93101; 805-962-2970.
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“What happens when you unite three of the best male singers in the folk realm who already revel in harmony singing? Brother Sun.” says Rich Warren, longtime host of WMFT Chicago’s Nationally Syndicated Folk Radio Show “The Midnight Special.”
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BROTHER SUN – aka Joe Jencks, Greg Greenway and Pat Wictor – have made their mark as veteran touring singer-songwriters, but this is not a songwriter's round. Warren continues, “While numerous delightful female trios harmonize, few men bond that way these days (unlike the days of the folk revival when they were the norm). Added to great voices, energy and sincerity are worthy compositions in three distinct styles that bring to mind a modern day gospel." Fusing folk, Americana, blues, pop, jazz, rock, and a cappella singing, Brother Sun is musical diversity and harmony, in the male singing tradition, three rich voices blending on a well-crafted foundation of guitar, slide guitar, and piano.
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Sat, Aug 25:
8 pm Piano bluesman MICHAEL MASCI plays the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91006; www.arcadiabluesclub.com; 626-447-9349. As usual, the BOBBY BLUEHOUSE BAND with various special guests kicks-off the night and performs between the headliner’s sets.
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MICHAEL MASCI is, says Bobby Bluehouse, a “most excellent piano player [originally] from Florida who is bringing the whole band to ABC this weekend. Look out!” He adds, “We are ‘keeping the blues alive,' so get your dancin' shoes ready. We gonna do this right!” Artist info, www.michaelmasci.com.
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Sat, Aug 25:
8 pm CHICO TRUJILLO plays the final Saturday night of the season at “LEVITT PAVILION PASADENA CONCERTS IN THE PARK” series at Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts - Pasadena, in Memorial Park, 85 E Holly St (really Walnut & Raymond) Old Pasadena; 626-683-3230; www.levittpavilionpasadena.org. Bring your lawn chair or blanket; some bench seating available on the sides. Ride the Gold Line light rail to Memorial Park Station, and save expensive parking and gas. Nice outdoor venue. Free show.
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Sat, Aug 25:
8 pm LARRY B. WILDER performs at Noble House Concerts in Van Nuys. Reservations get directions at www.jrp-graphics.com/noblehouse.
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Sat, Aug 25, a FREE house concert:
8-10 pm TRACY NEWMAN & THE REINFORCEMENTS and CELLAR FULL OF NOISE play a house concert in Bell Canyon (near West Hills). Unlike most house concerts, this one is FREE, and includes free refreshments and drinks, with your reservation at fjlvincent@gmail.com or 310-230-4305.
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Sat, Aug 25:
8 pm monthly “4th SATURDAY CONTRA DANCE” with TOM SAUBER & THE SCREAMING EARWIGS making the music and SUSAN MICHAELS calling, at the Woman¹s Club of South Pasadena, 1424 Fremont Av, South Pasadena 91030. Instruction for new dancers at 7:30 pm. Contradancing is 8-11 pm. Adults, $10. Students with ID, $7. Kids under age 12 are free.
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Sat, Aug 25:
8 pm “REBELLIOUS BLUES DOGS OPEN JAM” at VFW Post 1944, 16151 E Gale Av, City Of Industry 91745; 626-968-4782.
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Sat, Aug 25, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8:15 pm THE DEL MCCOURY BAND plays the Orange County Great Park Runway Stage, at Sand Canyon & Marine Way, Irvine 92618; 949-724-6247.
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Sat, Aug 25:
Time tba BLUES GYPSYS play Big Mama’s Rib Shack, 453 N Lake Av, Pasadena; www.bigmamas-ribshack.com; 626-797-1792. The editor says, “This place has great food.”
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Sat, Aug 25:
Time tba JAY EDWARD BAND plays blues at Starboard Attitude, on Redondo Beach Pier, Redondo Beach; 310-379-5144.
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Sat, Aug 25:
Time tba EDDIE TURNER plays Harvelle's Santa Monica, 1432 Fourth St, Santa Monica; www.harvelles.com; 310-395-1676.
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Sat, Aug 25:
Time tba BILLY WATSON plays Iva Lee’s, 555 N El Camino Real, San Clemente; 949-361-2855.
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Sat, Aug 25:
9 pm-1 am KARA GRAINGER plays The Foundry on Melrose, 7465 Melrose Av, L.A. 90046; www.thefoundryonmelrose.com. Artist info, www.karagrainger.com.
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Sat, Aug 25:
9 pm WHITE BOY JAMES plays the Eldorado Restaurant / Eldo Sports Lounge, 3014 Studebaker Rd, Long Beach 90808; www.facebook.com/mobileprotection#!/eldo.restuarant.
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Sat, Aug 25:
9:30 pm DELGADO BROTHERS play Harvelle’s Long Beach, 206 The Promenade North, Long Beach 90802; www.harvelles.com; 310-395-1676. $10 cover.
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Sat, Aug 25:
10 pm-1:30 am PADDY’S PIG brings Irish music to the Auld Dubliner, 71 S Pine Av, Long Beach. Info on this band – Missy, Mike, Damon, and Marty, (and Jon for this show) – at www.paddyspigla.com, and www.facebook.com/paddys.pig .
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Sat, Aug 25:
10 pm NEIGHBORHOOD BULLYS play the Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Bl (between Washington & Venice), Culver City 90230; 310-390-1328; www.thecinemabar.com; www.myspace.com/thecinemabar; music series hotline 310-250-1317. Venue is 21+, the size of a shoebox, and known as “the world’s smallest honky-tonk.” Barstool seating is competitive. No cover, bring $ for artists’ tip jar.
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Sat, Aug 25:
10 pm BROKEN NUMBERS BAND plays Villains Tavern 1356 Palmetto St, downtown L.A.; www.villainstavern.com; 213-613-0766. The place is “a steampunk bar.”
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Sat, Aug 25:
10 pm THE BLACK TONGUED BELLS plus MICK RHODES & THE HARD EIGHT play Clubhouse 66, 1200 E Route 66, Glendora 91741; www.clubhouse66.com; 626-914-0066. Band info, www.theblacktonguedbells.com and, www.reverbnation.com/mickrhodesthehardeight. No cover.
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Sat, Aug 25:
11 pm from BROTHER SAL brings his “WHOREHOUSE GOSPEL” to the Piano Bar, 6429 Selma Av, Hollywood 90028; www.pianobarhollywood.com; 323-466-2750. Artist info, http://thebrothersal.com.
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If you can still get a ticket, consider the 3rd Annual “NO BUDGET FILM FESTIVAL” screening and awards tonight. VERY creative people do amazing things with next to no money!
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Sun, Aug 26, FESTIVAL, in OC,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
Noon-10 pm annual “REAL BLUES FESTIVAL OF ORANGE COUNTY” with performances by WHITEBOY JAMES & THE BLUE EXPRESS, TRICIA FREEMAN, JUMPIN’ JACK BENNY, BORN BLUE, JAY GORDON & BLUES VENOM, K.K. MARTIN, PAPA J & FRIENDS, and more, at Malone’s in Santa Ana.
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Sun, Aug 26; Sat & Sun, Aug 25 & 26, FESTIVAL,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick
11 am-11 pm “BIG HORN MUSIC FESTIVAL” brings a big lineup of new-fangled old-time-inspired string bands and Americana musicians to the high end of the San Gabriel Mountains, with THE STONE FOXES, THE DAMNGIVERS, THE GET DOWN BOYS, MODAL TEASE STRING BAND, THE BLACK TONGUED BELLS, SHAWN JONES, CLAREMONT VOODOO SOCIETY, ERIC McFADDEN, ANNABELLE LEE, ZACHARIAH & THE LOBOS RIDERS, RIZORKESTRA, REVEREND DEADEYE, KARLING ABBEYGATE, THE BRIXTONES, THE SUNSET DRIFTERS, and many more, plus a “GUITAR PULL” hosted by CHRIS DARROW, with ROBB STRANDLUND, PATRICK BRAYER & EDDIE CUNNINGHAM, on three stages, all atop Mt. Baldy Ski Lifts, above Mt. Baldy Village. The festival is only accessible via the ski lift, and you can go up early, starting at 7 am. The bottom end is at 8401 Mt. Baldy Rd, Mt Baldy, about 45 minutes east of L.A.
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The Festival has a Friday night jam, then scheduled acts throughout the weekend. This is an event that participating musicians are promoting with enthusiasm. “We are excited to play with DUST BOWL REVIVAL, BLACK TOUNGED BELLS, CLAREMONT VOODOO SOCIETY, THE GET DOWN BOYS, and more,” say the DAMN GIVERS, who play the closing set on the Sunset Stage on Sunday at 6:30 pm. (There’s more music on the indoor stage after that, until late.)
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Camping in the National Forest is available and the festival can get you in Friday night (there are events then). But you can only byo water (no food or beverages) onto the lifts or into the festival. Wear “sturdy shoes” because you’re in an alpine world up there. And take a jacket; out of the heat in the clear mountain air, up high, it can get chilly after sunset. Get tix and page your way through their web site for more at www.bighornmusicfest.com.
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Full two-day passes are $65 adult, $35 child. One-day tix are $37 adult, $22 child.
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Sun, Aug 26, FESTIVAL, in OC:
9 am-4 pm 13th annual “ELVIS FESTIVAL” with performances by MARTIN ANTHONY, DAVE HOOVER, LIL JOE BANUELOS, DANNY JACOBSON, MINI ELVIS (aka MIGHTY MIKE MURGA), STEVEN WILLIAMSON, and performing host KIRK WALL, plus conversations with those who knew Elvis, at the Orange County Market Place at the O.C. Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Dr, Costa Mesa; www.ocmarketplace.com; 949-723-6660. Info on this event, 949-723-6616. The current ish of “Southland Blues” magazine has a coupon on the back for free admission.
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Sun, Aug 26; Fri-Sun, Aug 24-26, free FESTIVAL:
“FIESTA LA BALLONA” is FREE in Veterans Park, at Culver Bl & Overland Av, just west of Downtown Culver City. Free parking in the Sony parking structure, 1/2 block north of Culver / Overland intersection. Enter lot from Overland and turn right into structure. Free handicapped parking at Veterans Park.
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There are tons of bands of all kinds. Recommended acts are in caps. Take a look to determine when you want to be there:
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STAGE IN THE PARK / MAIN STAGE
Friday (runs 4:30-9:30 pm)
4:30 pm Band: The Swing Set for the seniors
6 pm Fiesta Palooza teen band: CARAVAN BLUES BAND
6:50 pm Special guest: Conrad
7:40 pm Teen band: Below 51
8:30 pm Teen band: False Puppet
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Saturday (runs 11:45 am-9 pm)
11 am Culver City Police Dept. K-9 demonstration
11:45 am Opening Ceremony
Noon MARIACHI VOCES DE MEXICO DE RAUL SANCHEZ
1 pm Community act: Grupo Folklorico Tzintzuni
1:45 pm Band: Smells Like the 90's
2:45 pm Community act: California Dance Center
3:30 pm Band: 80z All Stars
4:30 pm Community act: Dee-Lightful Prod. Musical Theater
5:15 pm Band: TOM NOLAN BAND
6:15 pm Community act: Ballroom Dance with Pat Ruane
7 pm Band: Sgt. Pepper (Beatles tribute, British invasion)
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Sunday (runs 11 am-6:15 pm)
11 am Cali Rose & The CC Strummers (World Beat)
11:45am Band: ORQUESTA CHARANGOA
12:45 pm Community act: Line Dancing with “The Senior Steppers”
1:30 pm Band: Bern
2:30 pm Community act: Ho'Aloha Polynesian Dancers
3:15 pm Band: BENNIE AND THE SWAMPGATORS
4:15 pm Community act: MURPHY FAMILY BLUEGRASS BAND
5 pm Band: SOUL DOGS
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Plus, Performances in the Park – various roving acts throughout the park; Arts in the Park - creative arts workshops each half-hour. Carnival rides, arts & crafts, parade, food & drinks.
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Event is bike friendly, with free bike valet and workshops; cycling groups offer skill sessions.
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Sun, Aug 26, FESTIVAL, not specifically music, but cool,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm 3rd Annual “NO BUDGET FILM FESTIVAL” has its sceenings and awards tonight at the Downtown Independent in L.A. It’s all presented by Collaborative Arts L.A. There are a number of awards, including a set of Audience Awards determined by your vote, so it’s interactive. Last year was over-sold-out. Tix, $11.50.
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There are additional events on August 25, including a day of panels, 1-5 pm at The Last Bookstore in downtown L.A. and a gallery party, 5-10 pm at the cARTel House. Info on the full event at www.nobudgetfilmfest.com.
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Sunday’s
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Sun, Aug 26, in San Diego:
10 am weekly “BLUEGRASS BRUNCH” at Urban Solace, 3823 30th St, San Diego 92104; 619-295-6464.
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Sun, Aug 26:
11 am-2 pm weekly “BLUES BRUNCH” with BARRY “BIG B” BRENNER at Firefly Bistro, 1009 El Centro St, South Pasadena; 626-441-2443; www.eatatfirefly.com.
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Sun, Aug 26:
1 pm monthly “BLUEGRASS JAM” co-sponsored by BASC at the CTMS Center for Folk Music, the building in the park at 16953 Ventura Bl, Encino 91316; 818-817-7756.
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Sun, Aug 26, free concert, online::
1 pm (Pacific time) MARINA V plays new songs, take requests from the global online audience, and accepts contributions for the production of her next album, telethon style, at www.ustream.tv/channel/thursday-songs-with-marina-v
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Her music video for her song, “Run,” is now in rotation in 8,500 retail outlets across America. Watch it at http://youtu.be/mC5IN6E1igk
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Sun, Aug 26:
2 pm FREE Courtyard Concert with THE SPORTIVE TRICKS, a Southern California folk band with a heavy Irish influence, at Muldoon's Pub & the Celtic Bar, 202 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach; 949 641-4110; www.muldoonspub.com.
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Sun, Aug 26:
2:30-7 pm JOHNNY MASTRO & MAMA’S BOYS play their every-Sunday residency at Bliss 525, 525 E Broadway, Long Beach 90802; www.bliss525.com; 562-495-7252. Band info, www.johnnymastro.com.
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Sun, Aug 26:
3 pm DAYLIGHT AGAIN, a CROSBY, STILLS & NASH tribute band, plays a matinee at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”). Tix, $15.
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Sun, Aug 26:
3-10 pm weekly “EVERYTHING UNDER THE SUNDAY” show brings performers tba to Villains Tavern, 1356 Palmetto St, downtown L.A.; www.villainstavern.com; 213-613-0766. The place is “a steampunk bar.
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Sun, Aug 26, in Fallbrook:
3:30 pm “JAM AT PHEE SHERLINE’S HOME” with musicians marking one year since the passing of the great western, folk and historical songwriter KEN GRAYDON. Includes a jam and concert by PATTY QUINTANA, JEAN PICKARD, & DON TRUBY, who were among those who performed at Ken’s memorial. Info, and make reservations to get directions, at www.pheezart.com.
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Sun, Aug 26:
4-8 pm WUMBLOOZO “Unplugged” is playing The Windjammer Yacht Club, 13589 Mindanao Way, Marina Del Rey 90292; 310-827-7692. The public is invited. There’s a BBQ while you are relaxing, eating, taking in the view of the marina, and listening to the boys playing their harmonica-based blues for your enjoyment. It's been so hot that an afternoon at the beach is just the thing to cool off. More at www.wumbloozo.com.
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Sun, Aug 26, in OC:
4-8 pm “CALIFORNIA CRUISIN’” is an evening of live surf music and sampling of delicious food from local restaurants, along with a Woodie car rally and casino-themed games, at the Ocean Institute in Dana Point, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point 92629; www.ocean-institute.org; 949-496-2274. Go early to tour the Ocean Institute (separate admission charge). This special night is $75 for one or $135 for two, adults only. Make reservations with Natasha Berendzen at 949-496-2274 x 412.
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Sun, Aug 26:
4-7 pm AUSTIN HANKS & THE KALIFORNIA KINGSNAKES play the Piano Bar, 6429 Selma Av, Hollywood 90028; www.pianobarhollywood.com; 323-466-2750.
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Sun, Aug 26:
4-7 pm weekly “TRADITIONAL IRISH SESSION” at the Auld Dubliner, 71 Pine Av, Long Beach; 562-437-8300; www.aulddubliner.com.
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Sun, Aug 26:
5 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “WEST L.A. HOOT & POTLUCK” in West L.A. 90025. Info and location at www.songmakers.org or email WestLAHoot@Songmakers.org.
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Sun, Aug 26, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
5:30-9 pm “GRAND OLE ECHO” showcase brings DRUNK ON CRUTCHES, RICH MCCULLEY, & KIP BOARDMAN on the main indoor stage, plus the delightful DAFNI and MIKE FREAS playing on the back porch “stage,” at The Echo, 1822 Sunset Bl, Echo Park; 213-413-8200. www.attheecho.com. Always a full lineup of folk-Americana, western swing, honky-tonk, and/or alt-country recording artists. Show and series info, www.thegrandoleecho.bandzoogle.com/fr_home.cfm. All ages, full bar, BBQ available, no cover.
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Sun, Aug 26:
5:30-8 pm “CRAWFISH BOIL” with THE MUDBUG BRASS BAND on the patio at The Foundry on Melrose, 7465 Melrose Av, L.A. 90046; www.thefoundryonmelrose.com.
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Sun, Aug 26:
6-9 pm JOE SAND CAJUN ZYDECO BAND plays the “LOUISIANA SUNDAYS” zydeco dance series at the Golden Sails Hotel, PCH Club, 6285 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach 90803. Info, www.LouisianaDanceLA.com, or call dance instructor Karen, 562-708-8946. $10 at the door.
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Sun, Aug 26, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK,” on the radio:
6-8 pm “FOLKSCENE,” the long-running show hosted by ROZ LARMAN, always features a recorded performance-interview. It’s on broadcast radio KPFK at 90.7 FM, and on the web at www.kpfk.org. If you miss it, no fear: catch it for the next two weeks at http://archive.kpfk.org.
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Sun, Aug 26, in Claremont:
6:30 pm monthly “OPEN MIC” at the Folk Music Center, 220 Yale Av, Claremont 91711; 909-624- 2928. Signups at 6 pm.
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Sun, Aug 26, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm GEOFF MULDAUR with JIM KWESKIN & SUZY THOMPSON is an all-star night at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-828-4497. This will sell-out early, so hop right on it. Tix, $22.50.
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Sun, Aug 26, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm BROTHER SUN at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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“What happens when you unite three of the best male singers in the folk realm who already revel in harmony singing? Brother Sun.” says Rich Warren, longtime host of WMFT Chicago’s Nationally Syndicated Folk Radio Show “The Midnight Special.”
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BROTHER SUN – aka Joe Jencks, Greg Greenway and Pat Wictor – have made their mark as veteran touring singer-songwriters, but this is not a songwriter's round. Warren continues, “While numerous delightful female trios harmonize, few men bond that way these days (unlike the days of the folk revival when they were the norm). Added to great voices, energy and sincerity are worthy compositions in three distinct styles that bring to mind a modern day gospel." Fusing folk, Americana, blues, pop, jazz, rock, and a cappella singing, Brother Sun is musical diversity and harmony, in the male singing tradition, three rich voices blending on a well-crafted foundation of guitar, slide guitar, and piano.
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Sun, Aug 26, in south OC, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
Time tba “AN EVENING WITH ERIC JOHNSON” at The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano; 949-496-8927; www.thecoachhouse.com.
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Sun, Aug 26:
8 pm AARON WHITE plays Villains Tavern 1356 Palmetto St, downtown L.A.; www.villainstavern.com; 213-613-0766. The place is “a steampunk bar.”
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Sun, Aug 26:
8:30 pm TERESA JAMES & THE RHYTHM TRAMPS play Café Cordiale, 1415 Ventura Bl, Sherman Oaks 91423. Artist info, www.teresajames.com. No cover.
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Sun, Aug 26:
11 pm BROTHER SAL brings his “WHOREHOUSE GOSPEL” to the Piano Bar, 6429 Selma Av, Hollywood 90028; www.pianobarhollywood.com; 323-466-2750. Artist info, http://thebrothersal.com.
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Sun, Aug 26:
11 pm weekly late-night “ACOUSTIC CORDIALE” at 14 Below, 1348 14th St, Santa Monica 90404; 310-451-5040.
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Monday August 27
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Mon, Aug 27, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm TOM SAUBER & PATRICK SAUBER, L.A.’s best father & son roots music duo, fills-in tonight for THE BROMBIES who are traveling and missing their weekly bluegrass residency at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506; 818-515-4444. Venue has full bar, serves Mexican food. Free parking across the street at Pickwick Bowl (same owners). No cover.
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Mon, Aug 27:
7:30 pm weekly “OPEN MIC” at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood 91607; 818-766-9913. Sign-ups at 7 pm. Officially, it’s no cover, but venue expects a donation. Watch on the web if you can’t go, at www.kulakswoodshed.com.
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Mon, Aug 27:
8 pm weekly “IRISH CéILí DANCE & IRISH MUSIC SESSION” at the Celtic Arts Center’s shared location at Theatre Unlimited, 10943 Camarillo St, North Hollywood 91602; 818-760-8322; www.celticartscenter.com.
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Dancing at 8, music jam session at 9. No cover, donations appreciated. Always fun and a wonderful place to meet people who are into the Celtic scene.
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Mon, Aug 27:
CANCELLED: 8 pm weekly “BLUE MONDAY JAM” with the BERNIE PEARL BLUES BAND no longer happens at the Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center, Leimert Park, 4305 Degnan Bl, Los Angeles 90008. Fun while it lasted!
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Mon, Aug 27:
8:30 pm THE HOT CLUB plays their every-Monday residency at the Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Bl (between Washington & Venice), Culver City 90230; 310-390-1328; www.thecinemabar.com; www.myspace.com/thecinemabar; music series hotline 310-250-1317. Venue is 21+, the size of a shoebox, and known as “the world’s smallest honky-tonk.” Barstool seating is competitive. No cover, bring $ for artists’ tip jar.
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Tuesday August 28
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Tue, Aug 28:
5:30-8:30 pm monthly “COMMUNITY FOLK MUSIC JAM” at the Barbara J. Riley Senior and Community Center, 7810 Quill D, Downey 90242. Bring your dulcimers or other acoustic instruments and voices and join in. Bea & Jim Romano lead a traditional folk music jam, and tell us, “Actually, any music style goes.” Info, 562-861-7049; www.Celticana.net. Runs 4th Tuesday, every month. Free.
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Tue, Aug 28, in T.O.:
6 pm monthly “THOUSAND OAKS SONG CIRCLE” at the Greenhouse Café, 652 Janss Rd, Thousand Oaks 91360.
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Tue, Aug 28, in Ventura:
6-9:30 pm twice-monthly “ACOUSTIC JAM” at Zoey’s, 185 E Santa Clara St, Ventura. Info, email Gene Rubin at generubinaudio@earthlink.net. Runs 2nd and 4th Tuesday every month.
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Tue, Aug 28, in San Diego:
6:30 pm monthly “BLUEGRASS NIGHT” sponsored by the San Diego Bluegrass Association at Boll Weevil Restaurant, 7080 Miramar Rd, San Diego 92117.
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Tue, Aug 28:
7 pm HOTSY TOTSY plays 1920s-style music at Library Park, 321 S. Myrtle Av, Monrovia. Free. (Check before you go. This is unverified.)
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Tue, Aug 28:
7 pm weekly “SONGWRITERS SERENADE” brings a different line-up each week of recording artists playing acoustic sets, plus performing host JC HYKE, at Matt Denny's Ale House Restaurant & Bar, 145 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91006. Venue is a restaurant, serves alcohol. All ages. No cover.
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Tue, Aug 28:
7 pm weekly “BLUEGRASS SOUP JAM” at Convert-A-Tape, 2420 Gundry Av, Signal Hill 90755.
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Tue, Aug 28, film & live music performance, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm DANIEL HO, Hawai’ian music legend, performs prior to the screening of “MY KOALOHA STORY,” the latest in the “REEL TO REAL” series at the Grammy Museum’s Clive Davis Sound Stage, 800 W Olympic Bl, L.A. 90015; 213-765-6803; www.grammymuseum.org.
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Traditionally a Hawai’ian instrument, the 4-string guitar-like ukulele has found a niche in popular music and has been embraced by the mainstream of folk-Americana. Its unique sound can impart an instant island tone to any piece of music.
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“My KoAloha Story” follows KoAloha Ukulele owner ALVIN OKAMI and his journey into the craft. Alvin and his ohana – Hawai’iain for “family” – have been dedicated to crafting the highest quality ukes for going on two decades. Their story goes beyond that, into music and family and how a small instrument can change lives and bring people together. ALAN joins ALVIN, two members of the OKAMI KoAloha ohana at this evening event.
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Before the program, guests are welcome to DANIEL HO and ALAN OKAMI for a one-hour workshop titled “UKULELE 101” at 5 pm. It’s an informal class, a fun and educational opportunity to learn more about the beloved little ukulele. Done in Hawai’ian “talk story” style, both Danial and Alan share their love for, and knowledge of, this special instrument. You are welcome to bring your uke to learn to strum along, though you can attend without one.
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Presented by American Express, and AmEx ticket purchasers will receive a special gift. All proceeds benefit the GRAMMY Museum. More info, 213-765-6803. Tix are $10 advance, available only by AmEx card until August 15; check with venue for price and availability at door.
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Tue, Aug 28:
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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Wednesday August 29
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Wed, Aug 29, in Santa Barbara:
5:30 pm weekly “THE GLENDESSARY JAM” of makers of old-time music meets every Wednesday outdoors in Alice Keck Park (summers) and indoors (winter) on Glendessary Lane, in Santa Barbara.
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Wed, Aug 29; every Wed, in Paso Robles:
6-8 pm weekly “JAM SESSION” at Matt’s Music, 617 12th St, Paso Robles; 805-237-0054, or www.mattsmusicinpaso.com. Open jam, mostly bluegrass, some folk.
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Wed, Aug 29:
6:30 pm “OPEN MIC” at the Talking Stick Coffee House, 1411 Lincoln Bl, Venice 92091.
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Wed, Aug 29:
“WILD WEST CONCERT SUMMER FINALE” and BBQ, with performances by THE SILVERADOS, professional line dancers (with instruction), and TRICK ROPER DAVE, at Temple City Park, 9701 Las Tunas Dr, Temple City. Tonight’s event is one of only two offerings that will interest Folk-Americana fans at this year’s “TEMPLE CITY WILD WEST CONCERTS IN THE PARK” series. Despite the name of the series, only tonight is western.
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The concert places the band in one of Southern Cal’s nicest bandstand gazebos, in the park adjacent to city hall and the city library. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and a picnic dinner, or buy the BBQ for $8 ($7 advance) – BBQ tix are limited, so advance purchase is advised. Info at 626-285-2171 x 2361. Free concert.
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Wed, Aug 29, in San Diego, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm ELENI MANDELL and CHARLIE WADHAMS play Anthology, 1337 India St, San Diego 92101; 619-595-0300. Info on the artists, www.elenimandell.com.
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Wed, Aug 29, in San Diego:
7 pm “SAN DIEGO SONGWRITERS MEETUP” at New Expression Music, 4434 30th St, San Diego 92116; 619-280-9035.
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Wed, Aug 29, in Simi Valley:
7:30 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “SIMI VALLEY HOOT” in Simi Valley. Info and location at www.songmakers.org.
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Wed, Aug 29:
Live Entertainment, either Music or Comedy Night, at Maeve's Residuals Irish Cocktail Bar, 11042 Ventura Bl, Studio City 91604. Check their schedule at www.maevesresiduals.com.
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Wed, Aug 29:
8 pm weekly “GUITAROLOGY” showcase at Bar Melody and Grill, 9132 S Sepulveda Bl, Los Angeles 90045; 310-670-1994.
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Wed, Aug 29:
9 pm HAPA plays Saint Rocke, 142 Pacific Coast Hwy, Hermosa Beach 90254; 310-372-0035.
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Wed, Aug 29:
9 pm weekly “ACOUSTIC CORDIALE” showcase at Café Cordiale, 14015 Ventura Bl, Sherman Oaks 91423; 818-789-1985.
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Thursday August 30
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Thu-Sun, Aug 30-Sep 2, FESTIVAL, near Yosemite
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
5 pm “STRAWBERRY MUSIC FESTIVAL” returns for its biannual fall edition, with JIMMY LaFAVE, K.D. LANG & THE SISS BOOM BANG, ELIZA GILKYSON & SLAID CLEAVES, MARLEY'S GHOST, HOT RIZE, JOHN HIATT & THE COMBO, SARAH LEE GUTHRIE & JOHNNY IRION, THE TRISHA'SHALEN, MORRISON & ELI WEST, BIRDS OF CHICAGO, LANGHORNE SLIM, HOOTS & HELLMOUTH, JELLY BREAD, THE HONEYCUTTERS, BAND OF HEATHENS, RITA HOSKING & COUSIN JACK, THE NAVIGATORS, THE PIMPS OF JOYTIME, "WALKING WOODY'S ROAD" with JIMMY LaFAVE, GREENSKY BLUEGRASS, O'BRIEN PARTY OF 7, and more, at Camp Mather, 35250 Mather Rd, Groveland 95321; 209-379-2284.
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Thursday’s
CONCERTS, CLUB GIGS, SHOWCASES, OPEN MICS, & more…
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Thu, Aug 30, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
4-7 pm WHEN PIGS FLY plays the weekly “South Pasadena Farmers Market,” at Mission St at Meridian, South Pasadena; http://southpasadenafarmersmarket.org. You can ride the Metro Gold Line Light Rail to Mission Station and you’re right there. Band info, www.whenpigsflymusic.com.
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Catch some of WHEN PIGS FLY then walk to the other stage at 1115 El Centro St to catch the 5-6:30 pm performance by Grammy-noms LISA HALEY & THE ZYDECATS. All free.
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Thu, Aug 30, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
5-6:30 pm 2nd annual “END OF SUMMER CONCERT CELEBRATION” brings LISA HALEY & THE ZYDECATS, Grammy-nominated Cajun-Zydeco Band, playing outside the Library Community Room adjacent to the weekly “South Pasadena Farmers Market,” on the stage at 1115 El Centro St, South Pasadena. You can ride the Metro Gold Line Light Rail to Mission Station and you’re right there, at the other end of the market; stroll through to the stage on this end.
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Blue Fiddle Records recording artist LISA HALEY combines multi-faceted genres of Americana, Cajun-Zydeco, Irish-Celtic, World-Pop, Folk-Bluegrass, Blues and Jazz. She has worked with multi-Grammy winner-producer KEBMO' and Grammy winners QUEEN IDA, BRIAN SETZER, RANDY NEWMAN, LYLE LOVETT and TAJ MAHAL. Lisa's strong vocals and Louisiana-rooted family songs and stories convey shared human emotion and a cultural journey transforming over time.
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LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS new video, “Chicken Fiddler,” has over 555,000 YouTube views! They’re always exciting, whether you dance or just listen, and they are among the few bands that mixes plenty of Cajun fiddle music with zydeco.
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Bring a beach chair or blanket and a couple reusable bags for your food purchases. Come early to catch some of the set by WHEN PIGS FLY on the Mission & Meridian stage and hit the Farmer's Market to grab some good farm-fresh food. Or just enjoy the dulcimer-driven WHEN PIGS FLY and the Cajun-zydeco sounds of fiddle-and-accordion-driven LISA HALEY & THE ZYDECATS. Sponsored by The South Pasadena Arts Council (SPARC), in partnership with the South Pasadena Public Library and Friends of the Library. (Groups you should know about.) Free.
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Thu, Aug 30:
5 pm KEN O'MALLEY plays his weekly solo show of authentic and original Irish music at The Auld Dubliner, 71 S Pine Av, Long Beach 90802; www.aulddubliner.com.
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Thu, Aug 30:
6-9 pm BARRY “BIG B” BRENNER plays his weekly blues residency at Firefly Bistro, 1009 El Centro St, South Pasadena; 626-441-2443; www.eatatfirefly.com.
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Thu, Aug 30:
6 pm “THURSDAY NIGHT SOFA JAM” at Westwood Music, 1627 Westwood Bl, Los Angeles 90024; 310-478-4251.
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Thu, Aug 30, in OC:
6:15 pm weekly “FOUNTAIN VALLEY BLUEGRASS JAM” at Orange County Archery, 18792 Brookhurst St, Fountain Valley 92708.
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Thu, Aug 30, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7-10 pm “NEW ORLEANS’ OWN’ HOT 8 BRASS BAND plus THE GUMBO BROTHERS play the season’s closing show for the 28th Annual “Santa Monica Pier Twilight Dance Series” on Santa Monica Pier, W off Ocean Av (at Colorado), 2 blks S of Santa Monica Bl, Santa Monica; 310-458-8901 or 310-396-0799; www.twilightdance.org. or www.twilightseries.org. Different show, 7-10 pm every Thu, late Jun to late Aug. Costly nearby parking - walk, bike or take the MTA (www.mta.net) or Big Blue Bus (www.bigbluebus.com) or call 310-451-5444 for bus info. Bike valet starts at 6:30 pm on concert nights, offering safe parking for thousands of bikes. Pier is wheelchair accessible. Bring your lawn chair or blanket. If you want to avoid the crowd and hear but not see, you can sit on the beach under the pier. Free, wherever you sit (or stand).
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Thu, Aug 30, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm monthly AMERICANA MUSIC CIRCLE” brings performances by JOHNNY TOWNSEND, TED RUSSELL KAMP, and performing host Lauren Adams with her LAUREN ADAMS BAND, featuring DEBRA DOBKIN, HANK VANSICKLE, NICK KIRGO & DAVE FRASER, at Genghis Cohen, 740 N Fairfax Av, Los Angeles 90046.
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JOHNNY TOWNSEND, www.johntown.com, during his long and prolific music career, has appeared on stage with a multitude of music icons. They include JIMI HENDRIX, THE DOOBIE BROTHERS, LOGGINS AND MESSINA, JIMMY BUFFETT, LITTLE FEAT, FLEETWOOD MAC, THE LITTLE RIVER BAND, and a host of Southern Rock artists including THE ALLMAN BROTHERS BAND, THE MARSHALL TUCKER BAND, CHARLIE DANIELS, DICKEY BETTS GREAT SOUTHERN, SEA LEAVELL, and THE DIXIE DREGGS. During and after his days with THE SANFORD/TOWNSEND BAND, Johnny was an in-demand studio vocalist and songwriter working with a background vocal trio of himself, MICHAEL McDONALD & Jackson Browne vocalist ROSEMARY BUTLER. The trio's voices appeared on dozens of music albums during the ’70s and ’80s. Many of those were gold and platinum efforts. Johnny also co-wrote songs on gold and platinum albums with LOGGINS & MESSINA, and Kenny Loggins’ first solo record, and GREGG ALLMAN's "Just Before The Bullets Fly" album, and LARRY CARLTON's "Lightning Strikes Twice" album, and many others.
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TED RUSSELL KAMP, www.tedrussellkamp.com, has long been making good solo records around his gig as the bassist for SHOOTER JENNINGS. As a singer-songwriter-multi-instrumentalist, Kamp’s sixth solo record essentially works the same groove as his prior work, with blues, jazz and pop strains laced through a base of early ’70s country rock. The difference is that his song-smithery is simply tighter and more tuneful than before. From the jaunty barrelhouse of “Aces & Eights” to the burning blues of “Time is a Joker” and the sardonic C&W of the title track, to the sparkling jangle of “California Wildflower,” the anthemic roots rock of “God’s Little Acre” and the soulful balladry of “(Down at the) 7th Heaven,” Kamp simply knocks one ball after another out of the park. Clichés become new ideas in Kamp’s mind (dip into his song “Half Hearted” for an example). His melodies find a comforting home in his hands. Strings and horns and the singing are personable and heartfelt. “Saturated in talent and sincerity, ‘Get Back To the Land’ is nothing more than good music done right.” (Adapted from a piece by Michael Toland, April 28, 2011.)
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Show and series info at www.laurenadams.com. Venue serves Chinese food, has full bar. If you go early to eat, make sure they seat you in the music hall. $8 cover.
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Thu, Aug 30, in San Diego:
7 pm “SAN DIEGO OLD TIME FIDDLERS JAM” at New Expression Music, 4434 30th St, San Diego 92116; 619-280-9035.
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Thu, Aug 30:
7:30-11 pm DOOZY plays their weekly residency at the Culver Hotel in Culver City; www.culverhotel.com. No cover.
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Thu, Aug 30, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm ERIC BIBB’S STRING BAND with DIRK POWELL & CEDRIC WATSON, at the Skirball Cultural Center, just off the 405 atop Sepulveda Pass at 2701 N Sepulveda Bl, Los Angeles 90049; 310-440-4578.
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Thu, Aug 30, in south OC, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm HAPA and AOLANI KAEKA bring the music of Hawai’i to The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano 92675; 949-496-8927.
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Thu, Aug 30:
8 pm TED & PABLO bring their “Transcontinental Musical Express” to the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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They are Ted Falcon, mandolin and violin; Pablo Fagundes, harmonicas; Marcus Moraes - guitar; George Lacerda – percussion. Falcon hooks up with harmonica virtuoso Fagundes in a program of Brazilian and American music. Their new CD, “Ted & Pablo—Transcontinental Music Express,” recorded in Brazil, includes many original compositions as well as references to composers of both countries including Ernesto Nazareth and David Grisman.
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Falcon, an American, has dedicated himself to the study of the mandolin and choro, recording a Brazilian instrumental CD, “Memórias do Brasil,” and writing a mandolin book, “Retratos do Brasil.” He is one of the few innovators on the violin, an instrument rarely used in Brazilian popular music. He has performed with some of the biggest names of Brazilian instrumental music, including Hermeto Pascoal, Armandinho Macêdo and Hamilton de Holanda.
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Pablo Fagundes, a Brazilian, fell in love with the blues, an American style that has many fans in Brazil. Today he works to incorporate his instrument, the harmonica, in Brazilian music, developing research and giving lessons in the Escola de Choro Raphael Rabello in Brasilia. He has performed often in Europe and the United States in the past few years. In 2012, he performed at the International Festival of Harmonicas in France and with the Orquestra Sinfônica do Teatro Nacional de Brasilia. He performed the Concerton para Harmônica e Orquestra, by Heitor Villa Lobos. In Brazil, Pablo performs with Pé de Cerrado, a group dedicated to various styles of Brazilian regional music, as well as with the Quarteto Camará, a group that explores Brazilian music, jazz and blues. He has also played with the Brazilian All Stars Blues band, opening for B.B. King, and at the Mandolin Symposium in California, playing with David Grisman and Mike Marshall.
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Thu, Aug 30:
8 pm MASON SOUTH plays their every-Thursday residency at Tam O’Shanter, 2980 Los Feliz Bl, Los Feliz; www.lawrysonline.com/tam-oshanter; 323-664-0228.
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Thu, Aug 30:
8:30 pm weekly “ACOUSTIC NIGHT” at Sonny McLean's Irish Pub, 2615 Wilshire Bl, Santa Monica; 310 449-1811. Three acoustic musicians perform, 1.5 hours each.
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Thu, Aug 30:
9 pm THE ENTRANCE BAND plays their weekly residency at The Satellite Lounge, 1717 Silverlake Bl, Los Angeles 90026; www.thesatellitela.com. $10.
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Friday August 31
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We may add some early morning TV shows for you in this space..
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Fri-Sun, Aug 31-Sep 2, FESTIVAL:
Noon-9 pm E HULA MAU brings Hula & Chant Competition, Lei Making Workshop, Slack Key Guitar Workshop, and more, to the Terrace Theater, Long Beach Performing Arts Center, 300 E Ocean Bl, Long Beach; 562-436-3661. Hours vary somewhat each day, so check listings if you’re going.
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Fri, Aug 31; Thu-Sun, Aug 30-Sep 2, FESTIVAL, near Yosemite
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
“STRAWBERRY MUSIC FESTIVAL” returns for its biannual fall edition, with JIMMY LaFAVE, K.D. LANG & THE SISS BOOM BANG, ELIZA GILKYSON & SLAID CLEAVES, MARLEY'S GHOST, HOT RIZE, JOHN HIATT & THE COMBO, SARAH LEE GUTHRIE & JOHNNY IRION, THE TRISHA'SHALEN, MORRISON & ELI WEST, BIRDS OF CHICAGO, LANGHORNE SLIM, HOOTS & HELLMOUTH, JELLY BREAD, THE HONEYCUTTERS, BAND OF HEATHENS, RITA HOSKING & COUSIN JACK, THE NAVIGATORS, THE PIMPS OF JOYTIME, "WALKING WOODY'S ROAD" with JIMMY LaFAVE, GREENSKY BLUEGRASS, O'BRIEN PARTY OF 7, and more, at Camp Mather, 35250 Mather Rd, Groveland 95321; 209-379-2284.
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Friday’s
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Fri, Aug 31:
7:30 pm “FRIDAY OPEN MIC NIGHTS” at the CTMS Center for Folk Music, the building in the park at 16953 Ventura Bl, Encino 91316; 818-817-7756.
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Fri, Aug 31, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm INGLISH & LOUISE plus openers SCHOOLCRAFT & MURRAY, make a special diversion from the headliners’ Midwest tour for one night at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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The headliners tour as a double-bill act, comprised of Central Coast-based Scruggs-style banjo player ERIN INGLISH and Colorado-based troubadour GABRIELLE LOUISE.
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Openers MICHAEL SCHOOLCRAFT & MIKE MURRAY are accomplished comedians and actors as well as musicians who write songs for people with almost no attention span.
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Fri, Aug 31:
8 pm weekly “MONROVIA STREET FAIR” includes several venues with acoustic music, some impromptu, some more formal, including the KATTYWOMPUS CONCERT and JAM with all comers – including dulcimer players – at Dollmakers Kattywompus, 412 S Myrtle Av, Monrovia 91016; 626-357-1091. Free.
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Fri, Aug 31, in OC, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8:15 pm LAVAY SMITH & HER RED HOT SKILLET LICKERS play the Orange County Great Park Dance Concourse, Sand Canyon & Marine Way, Irvine 92618; 949-724-6247.
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Fri, Aug 31, on TV:
8:30-9 pm “BLUEGRASS UNDERGROUND” features a live (taped) performance. Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings. Repeats at 2:30 am.
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Fri, Aug 31, on TV:
9-10 pm “AUSTIN CITY LIMITS” features a live (taped) performance. Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings. Repeats at 3 am.
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Fri, Aug 31, on TV:
10-11 pm “FRONT ROW CENTER” features a live (taped) performance. Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings. Repeats at 4 am.
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Egads, summer is almost over? Why, then, is it so HOT?
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Saturday September 1
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EARLY MORNING TV:
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Before we get to the festival listings, early risers should check these…
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EARLY Sat, Sep 1, on TV:
5-5:30 am “SUN STUDIO SESSIONS” features a live (taped) performance. Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings. Repeats at 2 am.
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EARLY Sat, Sep 1, on TV:
5:30-6 am “JAMMIN’ AT HIPPIE JACK’S” features a live (taped) performance. Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings.
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Sat & Sun, Sep 1 & 2, FESTIVAL, in Mammoth Lakes:
“MAMMOTH BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL” is a new event, bringing performances by JEFF SCROGGINS & COLORADO, CHRIS STUART & BACKCOUNTRY, HIGH COUNTRY, BILL EVANS BANJO, GONE TOMORROW, and possibly more, at 100 Canyon Bl, Mammoth Lakes 93546. More when we know it.
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Sat, Sep 1; Thu-Sun, Aug 30-Sep 2, FESTIVAL, near Yosemite
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
“STRAWBERRY MUSIC FESTIVAL” returns for its biannual fall edition, with JIMMY LaFAVE, K.D. LANG & THE SISS BOOM BANG, ELIZA GILKYSON & SLAID CLEAVES, MARLEY'S GHOST, HOT RIZE, JOHN HIATT & THE COMBO, SARAH LEE GUTHRIE & JOHNNY IRION, THE TRISHA'SHALEN, MORRISON & ELI WEST, BIRDS OF CHICAGO, LANGHORNE SLIM, HOOTS & HELLMOUTH, JELLY BREAD, THE HONEYCUTTERS, BAND OF HEATHENS, RITA HOSKING & COUSIN JACK, THE NAVIGATORS, THE PIMPS OF JOYTIME, "WALKING WOODY'S ROAD" with JIMMY LaFAVE, GREENSKY BLUEGRASS, O'BRIEN PARTY OF 7, and more, at Camp Mather, 35250 Mather Rd, Groveland 95321; 209-379-2284.
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Sat, Sep 1; Fri-Sun, Aug 31-Sep 2, FESTIVAL:
8 am-6 pm E HULA MAU brings Hula & Chant Competition, Lei Making Workshop, Slack Key Guitar Workshop, and more, to the Terrace Theater, Long Beach Performing Arts Center, 300 E Ocean Bl, Long Beach; 562-436-3661. Hours vary somewhat each day, so check listings if you’re going.
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Sat, Sep 1:
2 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “NORTHRIDGE SONG CIRCLE” in Northridge. Get info and location at NorthCountryHoot@Songmakers.org.
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Sat, Sep 1, in Bakersfield:
2-5 pm weekly “ACOUSTIC JAM” at Dagney's Coffee Shop in Bakersfield. “Come on down for some coffee, stir in some music, and you get a good time.” Info, contact Jeff Russinsky at 661-364-1553 or 661-324-7504.
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Sat, Sep 1:
6 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “MISSION HILLS SONG CIRCLE” in Mission Hills 91345 (SFV). Info and location at www.songmakers.org.
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Sat, Sep 1, in OC:
6 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “ORANGE COUNTY HOOT” in Mission Viejo. Info and location at www.songmakers.org.
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Sat, Sep 1, a “concert-and-a-movie” evening; a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
6:30 pm FUR DIXON & STEVE WERNER plus JULIE CHRISTENSEN perform, then a film screening of “THE LIFE AQUATIC” with STEVE ZISSOU (2004), making for an interesting house concert in West L.A. Reservations get directions from Alyssa Archambault at rsvp@panioloproductions.com.
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Sat, Sep 1:
6:30 pm monthly “SANTA MONICA TRADITIONAL FOLK MUSIC CLUB” at Sha'Arei Am, Santa Monica Synagogue, 1448 18th St, Santa Monica 90404; 310-453-4276.
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Sat, Sep 1:
6:30 pm weekly “BLUEGRASS CONCERT” at Me N Eds Pizza Parlor, 4115 Paramount Bl, Lakewood 90712; 562-421-8908.
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Sat, Sep 1, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm JOEY ABARTA, renowned young Irish music-maker of the late band CIUNAS, plays a multi-instrumental solo show the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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In August of 2009, Joey’s accomplished playing won him an “All-Ireland championship,” placing second worldwide at the Fleadh Cheoil na hEireann.
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Joey is now based in Boston, so this is a rare chance to see him perform in his old Southern Cal stomping grounds. He has spent the last ten years touring North America, Europe, and Asia, teaching and performing music on the uilleann pipes. A Los Angeles native, he first received instruction on the pipes from Dubliner Pat D’Arcy, a founding member of the Southern California Uilleann Pipers Club. Joey’s musical skills have been honed by several visits to Ireland, a year-long stint working in Japan, and continuing relationships with master pipers.
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In addition to performing solo, Joey tours with MICK MOLONEY and the group THE GREEN FIELDS OF AMERICA. While at home, he organizes the meetings of the Boston Pipers Club, teaches for Comhaltas’ Boston Music School, and organizes various traditional music concerts and events. His debut solo album is due out in October of this year.
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Sat, Sep 1, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm VAGABOND OPERA plays the FREE summer concert series at Levitt Pavilion at MacArthur Park, 2230 West 6th St, Los Angeles 90057; 213-384-5701.
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Sat, Sep 1:
7 pm weekly “RANCH PARTY” brings a lineup of Americana / alt country recording artists to the music patio adjacent to EB’s Wine Bar, in the L.A. Farmers Market complex, 6333 3rd (at Fairfax), L.A.; www.farmersmarketla.com. Plenty of places to eat are nearby, and you carry your food to the stage seating. Show and series info, www.reverbnation.com/venue/ranchpartycountrynight. No cover.
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Sat, Sep 1:
7:30 pm “MAHALO BASH CONCERT” is a Hawai’ian themed show with WILLIE K and THE KALAMA BROTHERS at the Terrace Theater, Long Beach Performing Arts Center, 300 E Ocean Bl, Long Beach; 562-436-3661.
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Sat, Sep 1:
7:30 pm GRATEFUL DUDES BLUEGRASS play their longtime weekly residency a.t Vincenzo's Pizza, 24500 Lyons Av, Newhall 91350. Some VERY prominent guests have been known to sit-in..
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Sat, Sep 1; a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm STEVE MARTIN & THE STEEP CANYON RANGERS at the Pantages Theatre, 6233 Hollywood Bl (at Argyle St), Hollywood 90028; 213-480-3232; www.broadwayla.org; info hotline 323-468-1770; tix 800-982-ARTS. Get tix early, they’re on sale now, and it’ll sell-out.
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Sat, Sep 1:
8 pm KD LANG & THE SIS BOOM BANG at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center , 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $100, $85, $80.
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Sat, Sep 1:
8-10 pm “ERNEST TROOST’S JUKE JOINT GANG” monthly showcase brings a showcase of recording artists, playing acoustic, and L.A.’s resident Piedmont Blues specialist, award-winning songwriter and performing host ERNEST TROOST, at The Talking Stick, 1411c Lincoln Bl, Venice 92091; www.thetalkingstick.net; 310-450-6052. This is reliably a fine night of talented songwriters. Venue serves tasty coffeehouse fare.
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Sat, Sep 1, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
LAUREN ADAMS plays “Julie’s Joint” House Concerts in the SFV. Reservations get directions at juliesjoint@johnzipperer.com.
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The Guide has high regard for LAUREN ADAMS. Here are some excerpts from the Guide’s review in our News Features edition of July 27, 2012:
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“Lauren’s song ‘Thirsty,’ title track to one of her albums, evokes lost country & western, from a time before Nashville lost the western part and turned it all into dysfunctional relationship, red-state-trailer-park rock.
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“Lauren found a Michigander in the crowd to receive the dedication of her song, “Henry from Saginaw Michigan.” It’s a solid honkytonker that should have ’em dancin’ at the Cowboy Palace.
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“… Be sure to catch LAUREN ADAMS when she performs in town, or at her monthly ‘Americana Song Circle’ showcase at Genghis Cohen.”
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Sat, Sep 1:
8 pm “OPEN MIC” at the Fret House, 309 N Citrus, Covina 91723; 626-339-7020. Signups at 7:30 pm.
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Sat, Sep 1:
8 pm “OPEN MIC” at the Fretted Frog Acoustic Guitar Store, 1200 N Alvarado St, Los Angeles 90026; 213-353-0734.
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Sat, Sep 1, in south OC:
Time tba STEVE TYRELL at The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano; 949-496-8927; www.thecoachhouse.com.
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Labor Day music celebrations happen today, even though the official day is tomorrow…
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Sun, Sep 2, pseudo-FESTIVAL, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
4-8 pm ‘LABOR DAY BLUES BASH” with performances by ROD PIAZZA & THE MIGHTY FLYERS, LIL A & THE ALLNIGHTERS, BRADFORD ALLEN & BLUEZ PRINTS, and more, at Happy’s Grille in Chino.
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Sun, Sep 2; Thu-Sun, Aug 30-Sep 2, FESTIVAL, near Yosemite
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
“STRAWBERRY MUSIC FESTIVAL” returns for its biannual fall edition, with JIMMY LaFAVE, K.D. LANG & THE SISS BOOM BANG, ELIZA GILKYSON & SLAID CLEAVES, MARLEY'S GHOST, HOT RIZE, JOHN HIATT & THE COMBO, SARAH LEE GUTHRIE & JOHNNY IRION, THE TRISHA'SHALEN, MORRISON & ELI WEST, BIRDS OF CHICAGO, LANGHORNE SLIM, HOOTS & HELLMOUTH, JELLY BREAD, THE HONEYCUTTERS, BAND OF HEATHENS, RITA HOSKING & COUSIN JACK, THE NAVIGATORS, THE PIMPS OF JOYTIME, "WALKING WOODY'S ROAD" with JIMMY LaFAVE, GREENSKY BLUEGRASS, O'BRIEN PARTY OF 7, and more, at Camp Mather, 35250 Mather Rd, Groveland 95321; 209-379-2284.
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Sun, Sep 2; Sat & Sun, Sep 1 & 2, FESTIVAL, in Mammoth Lakes:
“MAMMOTH BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL” is a new event, bringing performances by JEFF SCROGGINS & COLORADO, CHRIS STUART & BACKCOUNTRY, HIGH COUNTRY, BILL EVANS BANJO, GONE TOMORROW, and possibly more, at 100 Canyon Bl, Mammoth Lakes 93546. More when we know it.
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Sun, Sep 2; Fri-Sun, Aug 31-Sep 2, FESTIVAL:
10 am-6 pm E HULA MAU brings Hula & Chant Competition, Lei Making Workshop, Slack Key Guitar Workshop, and more, to the Terrace Theater, Long Beach Performing Arts Center, 300 E Ocean Bl, Long Beach; 562-436-3661. Hours vary somewhat each day, so check listings if you’re going.
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Sunday’s
CONCERTS, CLUB GIGS, SHOWCASES, OPEN MICS, & more…
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Sun, Sep 2:
10 am weekly “BLUEGRASS BRUNCH” at Urban Solace, 3823 30th St, San Diego 92104; 619-295-6464.
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Sun, Sep 2:
11 am-4 pm monthly “BLUEGRASS BRUNCH” with MURPHY’S FLAW and the VERDUGO CITY STRING BAND, at Jones Coffee Roasters, 693 S Raymond Av, Pasadena. Plus. Extra cuisine available from the Border Grill Food Truck, in the parking lot. It’s the Verdugo City String Band, from 11 am-1 pm, followed by Murphy's Flaw from 2 to 4 pm. Expect good humor and stage banter along with your coffeehouse drinks, scones and quesadillas. Free, but support the venue with a purchase of some kind.
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Sun, Sep 2:
11 am-2 pm weekly “BLUES BRUNCH” with BARRY “BIG B” BRENNER at Firefly Bistro, 1009 El Centro St, South Pasadena; 626-441-2443; www.eatatfirefly.com.
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Sun, Sep 2:
11 am EARTHWORM ENSEMBLE plays the Kid’s Concert series at the Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum, 1419 N Topanga Canyon Bl, Topanga 90290; 310-455-3723.
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Sun, Sep 2:
Noon monthly “OLD-TIME MUSIC JAM” at the CTMS Center for Folk Music, the building in the park at 16953 Ventura Bl, Encino 91316; 818-817-7756.
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Sun, Sep 2:
2 pm monthly “KLEZMER JAM SESSION & YIDDISH DANCE” at the Talking Stick Coffee House, 1411 Lincoln Bl, Venice 92091.
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Sun, Sep 2:
2:30-7 pm JOHNNY MASTRO & MAMA’S BOYS play their every-Sunday residency at Bliss 525, 525 E Broadway, Long Beach 90802; www.bliss525.com; 562-495-7252. Band info, www.johnnymastro.com.
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Sun, Sep 2:
3-10 pm weekly “EVERYTHING UNDER THE SUNDAY” show brings performers tba to Villains Tavern, 1356 Palmetto St, downtown L.A.; www.villainstavern.com; 213-613-0766. The place is “a steampunk bar.
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Sun, Sep 2:
4-7 pm SLIGO RAGS plays OC's most authentic Irish Pub, Harp Inn Irish Pub, 130 E 17th St, Costa Mesa 92627; 949 646-8855.
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Sun, Sep 2:
4-7 pm weekly “TRADITIONAL IRISH SESSION” at the Auld Dubliner, 71 Pine Av, Long Beach; 562-437-8300; www.aulddubliner.com.
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Sun, Sep 2, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
5:30-9 pm “GRAND OLE ECHO” showcase brings a full lineup of folk-Americana, western swing, honky-tonk, and/or alt-country recording artists at The Echo, 1822 Sunset Bl, Echo Park; 213-413-8200. www.attheecho.com. Show and series info, www.thegrandoleecho.bandzoogle.com/fr_home.cfm. All ages, full bar, BBQ available, no cover.
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Sun, Sep 2:
6 pm “SONG CIRCLE” at Fun-do-mental Music, 1489 E Thousand Oaks Bl, Suite C, Thousand Oaks 91362; 805-778-1000.
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Sun, Sep 2, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK,” on the radio:
6-8 pm “FOLKSCENE,” the long-running show hosted by ROZ LARMAN, always features a recorded performance-interview. It’s on broadcast radio KPFK at 90.7 FM, and on the web at www.kpfk.org. If you miss it, no fear: catch it for the next two weeks at http://archive.kpfk.org.
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Sun, Sep 2, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm SLUGGER O’TOOLE at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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This outfit delivers a great show of music, comedy, pickin’, grinnin’ and folky nostagia. The mighty men of SLUGGER O’ TOOLE share their passion for the music of Ireland and the Celtic Nations by concocting a heady brew of foot-stomping pub songs, heart-rending ballads and deft instrumentals. With traditional instrumentation including button accordion, mandolin, bodhran, pennywhistle, flute and guitars, the band thrills audiences with renditions of the Irish classics that are true to the Celtic core.
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The band’s love of entertaining audiences and blue-collar work ethic has led the L.A. Weekly to proclaim them Southern California’s “hardest-working Irish band”. They leave you feeling as if you’ve visited a pub in Dublin with your closest friends. Members and who plays what are JOHNNY McKENNA on vocals, button accordian & bodhran; DAN HARPER on vocals & guitar; MATT FOYER on vocals, pennywhistle, flute & mandolin; PATRICK RIEGER on vocals, guitar & bodhran; and TIM McNAMARA on vocals & bass.
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Sun, Sep 2:
7 pm DELHI 2 DUBLIN plays the FREE summer concert series at the Levitt Pavilion at MacArthur Park, 2230 W 6th St, Los Angeles 90057; 213-384-5701.
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Sun, Sep 2, in Santa Barbara:
8 pm HAPA plays the SOHo Restaurant & Music Club, 1221 State St, Santa Barbara 93101; 805-962 7776.
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Sun, Sep 2:
11 pm weekly late-night “ACOUSTIC CORDIALE” at 14 Below, 1348 14th St, Santa Monica 90404; 310-451-5040.
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Monday September 3
Happy LABOR DAY
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Mon-Fri, Sep 3-7, in the High Sierra:
Top award-winning western singer-songwriter DAVE STAMEY leads his annual “BACK COUNTRY PACK TRIP” with spectacular scenery, good camaraderie, and Dave’s delightful guitar mastery and original and classic songs, poems and stories about the mountains and the west, oh, and good grub around the campfire every night. Info, www.mammothpack.com.
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Mon, Sep 3, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
2 pm “THE WOODY SHOW: A SPECIAL TRIBUTE TO LEGENDARY FOLK ARTIST WOODY GUTHRIE,” at the Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum, 1419 N Topanga Canyon Bl, Topanga 90290; 310-455-3723.
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Mon, Sep 3, in Bakersfield:
6-9 pm monthly “ACOUSTIC JAM” at Rusty's Pizza, 5430 Olive Dr (in the Vons center), Bakersfield. Come on down and bring a couple of songs. Info, contact Kelvin Gregory, kelvin@gregspetro.com or 661-392-7973 (home) or 661-428-7044 (cell). Runs first Monday, every month.
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Mon, Sep 3, in Camarillo:
6:30 pm “ATRIA LOS POSAS SENIOR RESIDENCE SONG CIRCLE” in Camarillo 93010. Info and location at www.songmakers.org.
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Mon, Sep 3:
7:30 pm THE BROMBIES play their weekly bluegrass residency at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506; 818-515-4444. Venue has full bar, serves Mexican food. Free parking across the street at Pickwick Bowl (same owners). No cover.
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Mon, Sep 3, in Culver City:
7:30 pm-’til dawn “THE NEW WESTSIDE JAM” at Industry Cafe & Jazz, 6039 Washington Bl, Culver City 90232. Info, Jeff Fleck, 310 390-4391 or jfleck47@ca.rr.com. Runs 1st Monday every month.
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Mon, Sep 3, in Ventura:
7:30 pm “ACOUSTIC OPEN MIC” at Zoey's Café, 451 E Main St, Ventura 93001; www.zoeyscafe.com; 805-652-0091.
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Mon, Sep 3:
7:30 pm weekly “OPEN MIC” at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood 91607; 818-766-9913. Sign-ups at 7 pm. Officially, it’s no cover, but venue expects a donation. Watch on the web if you can’t go, at www.kulakswoodshed.com.
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Mon, Sep 3:
Time tba SHARI PUERTO BAND brings the blues to Sagebrush Cantina, 23527 Calabasas Rd, Calabasas; 818-222-6062.
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Mon, Sep 3, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm-1:30 am monthly “RONNIE MACK'S BARNDANCE” Americana / alt country showcase with a full lineup of recording artists, plus the all-star BARNDANCE BAND, at Joe's Great American Bar & Grill, 4311 W. Magnolia Bl, Burbank 91505; 818-729-0805.
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The Barndance Band opens the night, and plays again before the jam. In between are the featured guests. Check Ronnie's site for confirmation of start time, late additions to the lineup, and more details, at www.electricearl.com/BDance.html. FREE admission.
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Mon, Sep 3:
8 pm weekly “IRISH CéILí DANCE & IRISH MUSIC SESSION” at the Celtic Arts Center’s shared location at Theatre Unlimited, 10943 Camarillo St, North Hollywood 91602; 818-760-8322; www.celticartscenter.com.
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Dancing at 8, music jam session at 9. No cover, donations appreciated. Always fun and a wonderful place to meet people who are into the Celtic scene.
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Mon, Sep 3:
CANCELLED: 8 pm weekly “BLUE MONDAY JAM” with the BERNIE PEARL BLUES BAND no longer happens at the Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center, Leimert Park, 4305 Degnan Bl, Los Angeles 90008. Fun while it lasted!
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Mon, Sep 3:
8:30 pm THE HOT CLUB plays their every-Monday residency at the Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Bl (between Washington & Venice), Culver City 90230; 310-390-1328; www.thecinemabar.com; www.myspace.com/thecinemabar; music series hotline 310-250-1317. Venue is 21+, the size of a shoebox, and known as “the world’s smallest honky-tonk.” Barstool seating is competitive. No cover, bring $ for artists’ tip jar.
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FARTHER AHEAD –
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SEPTEMBER and Beyond…
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Tue, Sep 4:
7-9 pm monthly “DOWNEY DULCI-DIDDLES HAMMERED DULCIMER PRACTICE GROUP” welcomes all levels for casual music playing, practicing, and sharing tunes. Info and location from Bea Romano, at www.Celticana.net.
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Tue, Sep 4, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm JOHN HIATT plays Sainte Rocke, 142 Pacific Coast Highway, Hermosa Beach; 310-372-0035.
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Wed, Sep 5, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm B. B. KING plus THE TEDESCHI TRUCKS BAND for an end-of-the-summer all-star night at the Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Av, Hollywood; 232-850-2000. It’ll likely all be electric, and really, really good.
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Wed Sep 5, in San Luis Obispo:
8:15 pm JOHN BATDORF at The Upper Crust Trattoria, San Luis Obispo
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Thu, Sep 6, WORKSHOP, an “EVENT-of-the-WEEK for ARTISTS:”
6 pm JAMIE LAVAL, U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Champion, does a WORKSHOP FOR ARTISTS before his concert of Celtic music and stories at the California Traditional Music Society’s Center for Folk Music, the building in Encino Community Park, 16953 Ventura Bl, Encino 91316; 818-817-7756; www.ctmsfolkmusic.org.
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See the 7:30 pm concert write-up to learn about Jamie’s many impressive credits.
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Thu, Sep 6, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm JAMIE LAVAL, U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Champion, plays a concert of Celtic music and stories at the California Traditional Music Society’s Center for Folk Music, the building in Encino Community Park, 16953 Ventura Bl, Encino 91316; 818-817-7756; www.ctmsfolkmusic.org.
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Jamie’s newest CD recently won "Best World Traditional Album" in the Independent Music Awards' Vox Populi,
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Scottish fiddler JAMIE LAVAL, joined by Irish-style guitarist/multi-instrumentalist ZAC LEGER, performs one of his two L.A.-area concerts on this tour, each bringing progressive acoustic music. It’s fiddle accompanied by rhythmic foot percussion and engaging stories about the history of Celtic music. Laval creates rapt audiences with his passionate performances of traditional Celtic music rendered with the superlative tone and depth of expressivity, formerly associated with classical virtuosi. Winner of the U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Championship in 2002, Jamie has appeared on the NBC Today Show, played on DAVE MATHEW's "Some Devil" album and has performed for Her Majesty the Queen. Jamie's recent album, “Murmurs and Drones,” won “Best World Traditional Album” in the 2012 Independent Music Awards Vox Populi. There’s more at www.JamieLaval.com.
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Check this out, from the “Celtic Roots Festival” at Emory University, with Jamie Laval on fiddle, EJ Jones on bagpipes, David Brown on guitar, and Rosalind Buda on bassoon. Shot April 27, 2012, it’s a traditional Scottish strathspey and reels: www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=a8tdBBA56_Q#! (it comes up with links to 21 of Jamie’s performance videos).
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Tix are $10, $15, $20, and are available in advance at www.eventbrite.com/event/4003691148.
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Thu, Sep 6, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm RICHARD SMITH & JULIE ADAMS, the renowned guitar and cello duo, return to the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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Richard and Julie’s ever changing repertoire includes a wide variety of music from Scott Joplin Rags, Sousa marches, Mozart, fiddle tunes, standards, Chet Atkins and Jerry Reed tunes, Django Reinhardt gypsy jazz, Bach, Beatles tunes, pop tunes, Chopin, originals, lightning fast barn-burners to beautiful ballads. This promises to be an outstanding blend of virtuoso musicianship and vocals. Richard’s flawless technique and Julie’s lyrical style and luscious tone, will have your toes tapping, melt your heartstrings, and have your jaw hanging open.
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Fri, Sep 7; a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm CROSBY, STILLS & NASH at the Greek Theater in L.A. Get tix early, it’ll sell-out.
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Fri, Sep 7, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm JAMIE LAVAL, U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Champion, plays a concert of Celtic music and stories at Ghengis Cohen, 740 N Fairfax Av, Los Angeles; 323-653-0640.
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Scottish fiddler JAMIE LAVAL, joined by Irish-style guitarist/multi-instrumentalist ZAC LEGER, performs one of his two L.A.-area concerts on this tour, each bringing progressive acoustic music. It’s fiddle accompanied by rhythmic foot percussion and engaging stories about the history of Celtic music. Laval creates rapt audiences with his passionate performances of traditional Celtic music rendered with the superlative tone and depth of expressivity, formerly associated with classical virtuosi. Winner of the U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Championship in 2002, Jamie has appeared on the NBC Today Show, played on DAVE MATHEW's "Some Devil" album and has performed for Her Majesty the Queen. Jamie's recent album, “Murmurs and Drones,” won “Best World Traditional Album” in the 2012 Independent Music Awards Vox Populi. There’s more at www.JamieLaval.com.
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Venue serves Chinese food and has a full bar. If you go early to eat, be sure they seat you in the music room.
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Check this out, from the “Celtic Roots Festival” at Emory University, with Jamie Laval on fiddle, EJ Jones on bagpipes, David Brown on guitar, and Rosalind Buda on bassoon. Shot April 27, 2012, it’s a traditional Scottish strathspey and reels: www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=a8tdBBA56_Q#! (it comes up with links to 21 of Jamie’s performance videos).
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Tix are $12, and are available in advance at www.ticketweb.com/t3/sale/SaleEventDetail?dispatch=loadSelectionData&eventId=4813155.
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Fri, Sep 7:
8 pm MARK LEMAIRE & TWILIGHT at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”). Tix, $20.
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Fri, Sep 7, in OC, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm JOHN HIATT & THE COMBO play The Coach House, Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano; 949-496-8930.
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Fri, Sep 7, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
TRIPLE CHICKEN FOOT plus THE CROOKED JADES play The Echoplex, 1154 Glendale Bl, Echo Park; 213-413-8200. www.attheecho.com. Time tba.
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Sat & Sun, Sep 8 & 9, FESTIVAL, in OC,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
10 am-5 pm 28th annual “TOSHIBA TALL SHIPS FESTIVAL” at the Ocean Institute, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point 92629; www.ocean-institute.org; 949-496-2274. Includes sea chanteys and plenty of music. Lineup includes sea chantey specialist BILL DEMPSEY, plus LOONEY’S FORTUNE (Sunday, 10:45 am), and THREE TIMES THROUGH (Sunday, 12:15 and 3:30 pm) with MARGIE & GREG MIRKEN, back for a special performance with JEFF PEACH on hammered dulcimer and GALE PEACH on fiddle. More about that band at www.threetimesthrough.com.
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Register early to select your tall ship for one of the “Cannon Battle” cruises, or to ride alongside the battle for the best view on the water on an “Escort Cruise” aboard the R/V Sea Explorer. Seven “tall ship” sailing vessels are scheduled to participate. (Dockside ship tours end at 3:30 each day to allow time to put to sea.) Check-out the fun on land and aboard docked vessels with a “Pirate Adventure Pass” admission ticket, and add-on passage for a sea battle. Check the Ocean Institute site for some details, and check www.tallshipsfestival.com for multi-venue festival info.
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Sat, Sep 8, FESTIVAL, in Northern Cal:
Annual “CRAWFISH & CATFISH FESTIVAL” with THE GUMBO BAND, Z.O.O.M., BLUES BOX, ZYDECO FLAMES, FUNKY GATORS, TEBO & FRIENDS, down-home Louisiana Blues, Beau Funk, and more, at Rio Ramaza Marina, 10000 Garden Hwy, Sacramento 95837. Lots of savory foods, including crawfish, catfish, shrimp, alligator, oysters, BBQ, tri-tip, gumbo, etouffee, po boys, more. Dance lessons, kids activities and shopping. Bring lawn chairs and dancing shoes. No outside food.
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Sat, Sep 8, in OC:
Noon-3 pm “MO’s COMMUNITY JAM” co-sponsored by Southern California Dulcimer Heritage and The Living Tradition, at Mo’s Fullerton Music, 121 N Harbor Bl, Fullerton 92832. Info at 714-267-4567. All acoustic instruments welcome. Free.
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Sat, Sep 8, in Santa Ynez:
3-6 pm PETER FELDMANN & FRIENDS play the “5th Annual Hidden Gems of California Tasting Competition” and auction of hand crafted wines by home & boutique winemakers, in Santa Ynez, adding fine bluegrass and old time music. It’s all a benefit for “People Helping People.” Info & reservations, contact Dean Palius at: dap@syvphp.org.
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Sat, Sep 8, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm THE WALKING PHOENIXES perform “A TRIBUTE TO JOHNNY CASH & OTHER COUNTRY CLASSICS” with special guests THE RED MUTTS doing “Top Classic Rock,” at the “16th Annual Altadena Sheriffs’ Summer Concert Series” in the Amphitheater at Farnsworth Park, 568 East Mt. Curve Av, Altadena 91001; series info, 626-798-6335; www.altadenasheriffs.blogspot.com. FREE concert series.
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Sat, Sep 8, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm INCENDIO returns to the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”). Tix to see them now command $20, and that should tell you something.
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Sat, Sep 8, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, in Ventura:
7:30 pm LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS play the summer-long “OLIVAS ABODE” concert series, 4200 Olivas Park Dr, Ventura 92002; www.cityofventura.net/mus. Cajun-Zydeco GRAMMY Nominees, Lisa’s new video, “Chicken Fiddler,” has over 555,000 YouTube views! They’re always exciting, whether you dance or just listen, and they are among the few bands that mixes plenty of Cajun fiddle music with zydeco.
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Sat, Sep 8, in N San Diego Co, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm JAMIE LAVAL, U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Champion, plays a concert of Celtic music and stories at The Museum of Making Music, a NAMM affiliate. 5790 Armada Dr, Carlsbad.
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Jamie’s newest CD recently won "Best World Traditional Album" in the Independent Music Awards' Vox Populi,
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Scottish fiddler JAMIE LAVAL, joined by Irish-style guitarist/multi-instrumentalist ZAC LEGER, performs one of his two L.A.-area concerts on this tour, each bringing progressive acoustic music. It’s fiddle accompanied by rhythmic foot percussion and engaging stories about the history of Celtic music. Laval creates rapt audiences with his passionate performances of traditional Celtic music rendered with the superlative tone and depth of expressivity, formerly associated with classical virtuosi. Winner of the U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Championship in 2002, Jamie has appeared on the NBC Today Show, played on DAVE MATHEW's "Some Devil" album and has performed for Her Majesty the Queen. Jamie's recent album, “Murmurs and Drones,” won “Best World Traditional Album” in the 2012 Independent Music Awards Vox Populi. There’s more at www.JamieLaval.com.
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Check this out, from the “Celtic Roots Festival” at Emory University, with Jamie Laval on fiddle, EJ Jones on bagpipes, David Brown on guitar, and Rosalind Buda on bassoon. Shot April 27, 2012, it’s a traditional Scottish strathspey and reels: www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=a8tdBBA56_Q#! (it comes up with links to 21 of Jamie’s performance videos).
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Tix, $20. Info and tickets at 877-551-9976.
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Sat, Sep 8, in Paso Robles:
8 pm JOHN BATDORF plays the Windsong Music House Concerts, Paso Robles,
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Sun, Sep 9:
3 pm MURPHY’S FLAW plays a matinee at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”). Tix, $15.
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Sun, Sep 9, in Bakersfield, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
4 pm JAMIE LAVAL, U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Champion, plays a concert of Celtic music and stories at a fundraiser for “Dress for Success Bakersfield,” a new nonprofit with the mission of getting at-risk women back into the workforce. Co-sponsored by the Kern Arts Council and the Scottish Society, and DFS, held at the home of Elaine McNearney in Bakersfield. (Reservations get directions.)
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Jamie’s newest CD recently won "Best World Traditional Album" in the Independent Music Awards' Vox Populi,
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Scottish fiddler JAMIE LAVAL, joined by Irish-style guitarist/multi-instrumentalist ZAC LEGER, performs one of his two L.A.-area concerts on this tour, each bringing progressive acoustic music. It’s fiddle accompanied by rhythmic foot percussion and engaging stories about the history of Celtic music. Laval creates rapt audiences with his passionate performances of traditional Celtic music rendered with the superlative tone and depth of expressivity, formerly associated with classical virtuosi. Winner of the U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Championship in 2002, Jamie has appeared on the NBC Today Show, played on DAVE MATHEW's "Some Devil" album and has performed for Her Majesty the Queen. Jamie's recent album, “Murmurs and Drones,” won “Best World Traditional Album” in the 2012 Independent Music Awards Vox Populi. There’s more at www.JamieLaval.com.
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Check this out, from the “Celtic Roots Festival” at Emory University, with Jamie Laval on fiddle, EJ Jones on bagpipes, David Brown on guitar, and Rosalind Buda on bassoon. Shot April 27, 2012, it’s a traditional Scottish strathspey and reels: www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=a8tdBBA56_Q#! (it comes up with links to 21 of Jamie’s performance videos).
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Reservations required. Tix $25. Call 661-324-9000.
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Sun, Sep 9:
5-9 pm MARK ST. MARY & HIS LOUISIANA ZYDECO BAND plays the “LOUISIANA SUNDAYS” zydeco dance series at the Golden Sails Hotel, PCH Club, 6285 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach 90803. Dance lesson at 4:30 pm, band plays 5-9 pm. Info, www.LouisianaDanceLA.com, or call dance instructor Karen, 562-708-8946. $15 at the door.
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Sun, Sep 9, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm JIM “KIMO” WEST, master of Hawai’ian slack key guitar, at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”). Tix, $15.
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Mon, Sep 10, in Lake Isabella, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm JAMIE LAVAL, U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Champion, plays a concert of Celtic music and stories at a House Concert at the home of Kat Edmonson, in Lake Isabella, CA. (Reservations get directions.)
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Jamie’s newest CD recently won "Best World Traditional Album" in the Independent Music Awards' Vox Populi,
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Scottish fiddler JAMIE LAVAL, joined by Irish-style guitarist/multi-instrumentalist ZAC LEGER, performs one of his two L.A.-area concerts on this tour, each bringing progressive acoustic music. It’s fiddle accompanied by rhythmic foot percussion and engaging stories about the history of Celtic music. Laval creates rapt audiences with his passionate performances of traditional Celtic music rendered with the superlative tone and depth of expressivity, formerly associated with classical virtuosi. Winner of the U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Championship in 2002, Jamie has appeared on the NBC Today Show, played on DAVE MATHEW's "Some Devil" album and has performed for Her Majesty the Queen. Jamie's recent album, “Murmurs and Drones,” won “Best World Traditional Album” in the 2012 Independent Music Awards Vox Populi. There’s more at www.JamieLaval.com.
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Check this out, from the “Celtic Roots Festival” at Emory University, with Jamie Laval on fiddle, EJ Jones on bagpipes, David Brown on guitar, and Rosalind Buda on bassoon. Shot April 27, 2012, it’s a traditional Scottish strathspey and reels: www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=a8tdBBA56_Q#! (it comes up with links to 21 of Jamie’s performance videos).
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Reservations required. Tix $15. Call 760-549-3697.
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Tue, Sep 11, in Ridgecrest, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm JAMIE LAVAL, U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Champion, plays a concert of Celtic music and stories in the art gallery at the Maturango Museum, 100 E Las Flores, Ridgecrest, CA; 760-375-6900.
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Jamie’s newest CD recently won "Best World Traditional Album" in the Independent Music Awards' Vox Populi,
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Scottish fiddler JAMIE LAVAL, joined by Irish-style guitarist/multi-instrumentalist ZAC LEGER, performs one of his two L.A.-area concerts on this tour, each bringing progressive acoustic music. It’s fiddle accompanied by rhythmic foot percussion and engaging stories about the history of Celtic music. Laval creates rapt audiences with his passionate performances of traditional Celtic music rendered with the superlative tone and depth of expressivity, formerly associated with classical virtuosi. Winner of the U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Championship in 2002, Jamie has appeared on the NBC Today Show, played on DAVE MATHEW's "Some Devil" album and has performed for Her Majesty the Queen. Jamie's recent album, “Murmurs and Drones,” won “Best World Traditional Album” in the 2012 Independent Music Awards Vox Populi. There’s more at www.JamieLaval.com.
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Check this out, from the “Celtic Roots Festival” at Emory University, with Jamie Laval on fiddle, EJ Jones on bagpipes, David Brown on guitar, and Rosalind Buda on bassoon. Shot April 27, 2012, it’s a traditional Scottish strathspey and reels: www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=a8tdBBA56_Q#! (it comes up with links to 21 of Jamie’s performance videos).
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Tix $15, available from the Museum.
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Thu, Sep 13, in Santa Barbara, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
6:30 pm JAMIE LAVAL, U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Champion, plays a concert of Celtic music and stories at SOhO Restaurant & Music Club, 1221 State St # 205, Santa Barbara; 805-962-7776.
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Jamie’s newest CD recently won "Best World Traditional Album" in the Independent Music Awards' Vox Populi,
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Scottish fiddler JAMIE LAVAL, joined by Irish-style guitarist/multi-instrumentalist ZAC LEGER, performs one of his two L.A.-area concerts on this tour, each bringing progressive acoustic music. It’s fiddle accompanied by rhythmic foot percussion and engaging stories about the history of Celtic music. Laval creates rapt audiences with his passionate performances of traditional Celtic music rendered with the superlative tone and depth of expressivity, formerly associated with classical virtuosi. Winner of the U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Championship in 2002, Jamie has appeared on the NBC Today Show, played on DAVE MATHEW's "Some Devil" album and has performed for Her Majesty the Queen. Jamie's recent album, “Murmurs and Drones,” won “Best World Traditional Album” in the 2012 Independent Music Awards Vox Populi. There’s more at www.JamieLaval.com.
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Check this out, from the “Celtic Roots Festival” at Emory University, with Jamie Laval on fiddle, EJ Jones on bagpipes, David Brown on guitar, and Rosalind Buda on bassoon. Shot April 27, 2012, it’s a traditional Scottish strathspey and reels: www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=a8tdBBA56_Q#! (it comes up with links to 21 of Jamie’s performance videos).
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Tix $15.
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Thu, Sep 13, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm SALTY SUITES return to the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”). Tix, $15.
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Fri-Sun, Sep 14-16, FESTIVAL & CONFERENCE,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick,
in Nashville:
13th Annual “AMERICANA MUSIC FESTIVAL & CONFERENCE” with prestigious award presentations, artist workshops, and more, and featured performances by BONNIE RAITT, BOOKER T. JONES, RICHARD THOMPSON, TIFT MERRITT, BUDDY MILLER, SARA WATKINS, PUNCH BROTHERS, BRANDI CARLILE, KASEY CHAMBERS, RODNEY CROWELL, JIM LAUDERDALE, THE WALLFLOWERS, JOHN HIATT, DARRELL SCOTT, MINDY SMITH, ROBERT ELLIS, MARY GAUTHIER, and many others, in Nashville, Tennessee. More details to come here in The Guide, or get right on this to save money with early registration, at www.americanamusic.org.
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Fri-Sun, Sep 14-16, FESTIVAL,
in Northern Cal,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
10th Annual ‘PLYMOUTH BLUEGRASSIN’ IN THE FOOTHILLS” at the Amador County Fairgrounds, 18621 Sherwood St, Plymouth 95669, in the California Gold Rush / Mother Lode country. Booked so far are JAMES KING BAND, TRAVERS CHANDLER & AVERY COUNTY, BLUEGRASS BROTHERS, MARK PHILLIPS & IIIrd GENERATION, GET DOWN BOYS, THOMAS PORTER & COPPER RIVER, NU-BLU, and 2011 Emerging Artists RED DOG ASH. Info & tix, www.landspromotions.com or contact roaddog@caltel.com or 209-785-4693.
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Fri, Sep 14:
8 pm HOT CLUB QUARTETTE at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”). Tix, $15.
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Fri, Sep 14, in south OC:
Time tba COCO MONTOYA at The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano; 949-496-8927; www.thecoachhouse.com.
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Sat & Sun, Sep 15 & 16, FESTIVAL,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick for Sunday:
12:30-5 pm annual “CALIFORNIA BEER FESTIVAL” includes serious blues acts on Sunday, in Mission Park, 36 Figueroa St, downtown Ventura. Sunday tix are much cheaper and that’s when you want to go, anyway. Saturday’s music is a Michael Jackson tribute. Sunday is bigtime blues day, with KIM WILSON, THE FABULOUS THUNDERBIRDS, WALTER TROUT, CROSSFIRE’s tribute to STEVIE RAY VAUGHAN, ROD PIAZZA & THE MIGHTY FLYERS, CHRIS CAIN, MICHAEL JOHN & THE BOTTOM LINE. The staging is for maximum music: two stages, side-by-side, and when one band finishes, the next starts right away. In addition, Sunday includes the BBQ competition with teams vying for a $3000 prize.
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Event proceeds benefit DARC (Dyslexia Awareness And Resource Center) and the Gen Giammaco Foundation. The festival runs Saturday 12:30-5 pm, Sunday 11 am-6 pm. Saturday tix are $50; Sunday tix are $30, and children under age 5 are free on Sunday only. Info, 805-323-5691. Advance tix, www.californiabeerfestival.com.
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Sat, Sep 15, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
2 pm “WOODY GUTHRIE’S MUSIC & LEGACY” with ROSS ALTMAN and PETER DREIER, presented today as half of a two-part celebration of the life, music, and legacy of folk singer-songwriter Woody Guthrie (1912-1967), at the Allendale Branch Library, 1130 S Marengo Av, Pasadena 91106; www.pasadenapubliclibrary.net; 626-744-7260.
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ROSS ALTMAN, folk singer, guitarist, and political activist, performs a selection of Woody Guthrie’s songs. Those songs of social protest drew upon the Dust Bowl culture, gave voice to the disenfranchised, and, as the show’s producers say, “are as relevant today as when they were written some 70 years ago.”
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PETER DREIER, professor and chair of the Urban & Environmental Policy Department at Occidental College, will discuss how Guthrie’s experiences in Southern California during the Depression inspired his radical views about social and political conditions. Dreier will also sign copies of his recently published book, “The 100 Greatest Americans of the 20th Century: A Social Justice Hall of Fame.” The book includes Woody Guthrie among the 100 artists, activists, thinkers, organizers, writers, and politicians profiled.
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This commemoration is one of two related programs at this library branch, the first on Sat, Sep 15 and the second on Sep 29, that come during the 100th anniversary year of Guthrie’s birth. See both listings for content of each program. Free program.
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Sat, Sep 15, in Tehachapi, WORKSHOP, an “EVENT-of-the-WEEK for ARTISTS:”
3 pm JAMIE LAVAL, U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Champion, does a WORKSHOP FOR ARTISTS at St. Jude's Episcopal Church, 1200 South Curry St, Tehachapi. $15 per person. Contact Wendy Clare to reserve your spot, at 661-972-9444.
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See the 7:30 pm concert write-up (tonight) to learn about Jamie’s many impressive credits.
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Sat, Sep 15, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm THE PERFECT GENTLEMEN at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”). Tix, $20.
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Sat, Sep 15, in Tehachapi, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm JAMIE LAVAL, U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Champion, plays a concert of Celtic music and stories at St. Jude's Episcopal Church, 1200 S Curry St, Tehachapi.
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Jamie’s newest CD recently won "Best World Traditional Album" in the Independent Music Awards' Vox Populi,
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Scottish fiddler JAMIE LAVAL, joined by Irish-style guitarist/multi-instrumentalist ZAC LEGER, performs one of his two L.A.-area concerts on this tour, each bringing progressive acoustic music. It’s fiddle accompanied by rhythmic foot percussion and engaging stories about the history of Celtic music. Laval creates rapt audiences with his passionate performances of traditional Celtic music rendered with the superlative tone and depth of expressivity, formerly associated with classical virtuosi. Winner of the U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Championship in 2002, Jamie has appeared on the NBC Today Show, played on DAVE MATHEW's "Some Devil" album and has performed for Her Majesty the Queen. Jamie's recent album, “Murmurs and Drones,” won “Best World Traditional Album” in the 2012 Independent Music Awards Vox Populi. There’s more at www.JamieLaval.com.
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Check this out, from the “Celtic Roots Festival” at Emory University, with Jamie Laval on fiddle, EJ Jones on bagpipes, David Brown on guitar, and Rosalind Buda on bassoon. Shot April 27, 2012, it’s a traditional Scottish strathspey and reels: www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=a8tdBBA56_Q#! (it comes up with links to 21 of Jamie’s performance videos).
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Tix $15 and $8. Purchase tickets by calling 661-821-1221.
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Sat, Sep 15, in Tehachapi, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm JAMIE LAVAL, U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Champion, plays the CONTRA DANCE at Carillo Ballroom, 100 E Carrillo St, Santa Barbara.
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Jamie’s newest CD recently won "Best World Traditional Album" in the Independent Music Awards' Vox Populi,
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Scottish fiddler JAMIE LAVAL, joined by Irish-style guitarist/multi-instrumentalist ZAC LEGER, performs one of his two L.A.-area concerts on this tour, each bringing progressive acoustic music. It’s fiddle accompanied by rhythmic foot percussion and engaging stories about the history of Celtic music. Laval creates rapt audiences with his passionate performances of traditional Celtic music rendered with the superlative tone and depth of expressivity, formerly associated with classical virtuosi. Winner of the U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Championship in 2002, Jamie has appeared on the NBC Today Show, played on DAVE MATHEW's "Some Devil" album and has performed for Her Majesty the Queen. Jamie's recent album, “Murmurs and Drones,” won “Best World Traditional Album” in the 2012 Independent Music Awards Vox Populi. There’s more at www.JamieLaval.com.
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Check this out, from the “Celtic Roots Festival” at Emory University, with Jamie Laval on fiddle, EJ Jones on bagpipes, David Brown on guitar, and Rosalind Buda on bassoon. Shot April 27, 2012, it’s a traditional Scottish strathspey and reels: www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=a8tdBBA56_Q#! (it comes up with links to 21 of Jamie’s performance videos).
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Tix $8. Info, 805-699-5101 or www.sbcds.org.
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Sat, Sep 15:
8-10:30 pm DULCIMANIA plays their six-times-a-year residency with NORM JACOBSON and BARBARA GERSHMAN on Hammered Dulcimer and BRAD MOORE playing whatever he wants, at Alta Coffeehouse, 506 31st St, Newport Beach. Runs 3rd Saturdays, every other month, The band says the venue’s coffee and food are great. Info, Norm Jacobson, norm@dulcimania.com. No cover.
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Sun, Sep 16:
7 pm THE LATE BLOOMERS at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”). Tix, $18.
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Thu, Sep 20, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, in OC:
7:30 pm LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS play the summer-long “CONCERTS AT THE MUCK” series, at the Muckenthaler Cultural Center, 1201 W Malvern Av, Fullerton 92833; www.themuck.org/sep-20-muck-roots-lisa-haleyzydeco/. Cajun-Zydeco GRAMMY Nominees, Lisa’s new video, “Chicken Fiddler,” has over 555,000 YouTube views! They’re always exciting, whether you dance or just listen, and they are among the few bands that mixes plenty of Cajun fiddle music with zydeco.
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Thu, Sep 20, in south OC:
Time tba TAB BENOIT at The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano; 949-496-8927; www.thecoachhouse.com.
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Fri, Sep 21, in south OC, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
Time tba DAVE ALVIN & THE GUILTY ONES at The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano; 949-496-8927; www.thecoachhouse.com.
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Fri, Sep 21:
8 pm “THE BYRDS & BEYOND” with ex-Byrds JOHN YORK & BILLY DARNELL plus bassist CHAD WATSON at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”). Tix, $20.
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Sat, Sep 22, FESTIVAL,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
9 am-8 pm 18th Annual “HARVEST FESTIVAL OF DULCIMERS” at Culver-Palms United Methodist Church, 4464 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City 90230. (Near I-405 & Culver Bl.) This is a small festival, well-produced and lots of fun for musicians and listeners alike.
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See www.scdh.org - 2012 Festival tab - for all the details on performers, jams, workshops, etc. And check-out the Workshop Information page to get a preview of workshops.
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Sat, Sep 22:
11:30 am-12:45 pm OPEN MIC and NOONTIME CONCERT with a performance by GOLDEN STRINGS following the Open Mic, is a new event at the 18th Annual “HARVEST FESTIVAL OF DULCIMERS” (see festival listing).
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Music, song, poetry or readings welcome - all in good taste and fun. Sign-up by Sep 15 at dulcimer@scdh.org.
Provide:
- Name(s) of Participant(s)
- Description of instruments / vocals, reading, etc.
- Contact Info - email & phone number
There is a 5 minute TIME LIMIT, strictly enforced if all time slots are filled. Sign-up early before the list is full.
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Sat, Sep 22; a “SHOW-of-the-YEAR” pick:
7:30 pm BONNIE RAITT plus MAVIS STAPLES in a dazzling “oh wow” of a show at the Greek Theater in Hollywood. Get your tix right away for this one (unless you’re seeing MERLE HAGGARD and KRIS KRISTOFFERSON tonight).
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Sat, Sep 22; a “SHOW-of-the-YEAR” pick:
MERLE HAGGARD and KRIS KRISTOFFERSON share a wonderful bill, two legendary performing songwriters, at the Valley Performing Arts Center, on the campus at Cal State Northridge. The Guide has often encouraged you to see each of these artists. A chance to see them performing together? Get your tix right away for this one (unless you’re seeing BONNIE RAITT and MAVIS STAPLES tonight).
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Sat, Sep 22, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm JANET ROBIN and ALI HANDAL, two fine artists and guitar wizards, share the night at “RUSS AND JULIE'S HOUSE CONCERT” Series in Oak Park (Agoura Hills / Westlake Village area). Reservations get directions at 818-707-2179.
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Sun, Sep 23:
11 am-3 pm “DULCIMER MASTER CLASSES” (covering both kinds of dulcimer) at two venues in OC.
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“HAMMERED DULCIMER MASTER CLASS” in GYPSY JAZZ, with ANDY YOUNG, at Island Bazaar, 16582 Gothard St, Suite R, Huntington Beach.
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“MOUNTAIN DULCIMER MASTER CLASS” with AARON O’ROURKE, “Playing with Variety - embellishing familiar fiddle tunes played at jams,” at a private residence in Garden Grove.
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See www.scdh.org - 2012 Festival tab - for all the details.
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Check-out the Workshop Information page to meet instructors and get a preview of each workshop.
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Tue, Sep 25:
5:30-8:30 pm monthly “COMMUNITY FOLK MUSIC JAM” at the Barbara J. Riley Senior and Community Center, 7810 Quill D, Downey 90242. Bring your dulcimers or other acoustic instruments and voices and join in. Bea & Jim Romano lead a traditional folk music jam, and tell us, “Actually, any music style goes.” Info, 562-861-7049; www.Celticana.net. Runs 4th Tuesday, every month. Free.
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Tue, Sep 25, in San Diego, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm BONNIE RAITT plays Humphrey's By the Bay, Shelter Island Dr, San Diego; 619-224-5377.
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Wed-Sun, Sep 26-30:
Annual “LOS ANGELES IRISH FILM FESTIVAL” brings an Opening Night reception, screenings, Irish music and entertainment, and special events. Details and schedule here soon. Info, www.lairishfilm.com.
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Sat, Sep 29, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
2 pm Screening of “WOODY GUTHRIE: AIN’T GOT NO HOME,” produced for the PBS “American Masters” documentary series, presented today as half of a two-part celebration of the life, music, and legacy of folk singer-songwriter Woody Guthrie (1912-1967), at the Allendale Branch Library, 1130 S Marengo Av, Pasadena 91106; www.pasadenapubliclibrary.net; 626-744-7260.
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ED CRAY, Professor of Journalism at the University of Southern California and author of the biography, “Ramblin’ Man: The Life and Times of Woody Guthrie,” will introduce the film, which was written and directed by PETER FRUMKIN, with major contributions from Cray. This revealing documentary features archival footage and contemporary interviews with Guthrie devotees including music icons PETE SEEGER and BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN.
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“Now as I look around, it’s mighty plain to see
This world is such a great and a funny place to be
Oh, the gamblin’ man is rich an’ the workin’ man is poor
And I ain’t got no home in this world anymore.”
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This commemoration is one of two related programs at this library branch, the first on Sat, Sep 15 and the second on Sep 29, that come during the 100th anniversary year of Guthrie’s birth. See both listings for content of each program. Free program.
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Fri-Sun, Oct 5-7, FESTIVAL, in Arkansas:
Annual “KING BISCUIT BLUES FESTIVAL” in Helena, Arkansas, is world renowned, and features a set by Southern Cal blues maestro BERNIE PEARL, accompanied by his bassist, MIKE BARRY.
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Sat, Oct 6, FESTIVAL:
Annual “EAGLE ROCK MUSIC FESTIVAL” brings a performance by TRIPLE CHICKEN FOOT plus many more bands, tba.
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Sat, Oct 6, in Thousand Oaks, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
THE KINGSTON TRIO plays the Fred Kavli Theater for the Performing Arts, Thousand Oaks.
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Sun, Oct 7:
Annual “ORANGE COUNTY ACCORDION FEST AFTER PARTY” with a band TBD, at Golden Sails Hotel, PCH Club, 6285 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach 90803. Zydeco dance instructor and event promoter KAREN REDDING says, “This is gonna be fun, fun, fun! More Info to come!” Info, www.LouisianaDanceLA.com, or call Karen, 562-708-8946.
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Fri, Oct 12, in Ventura:
5-10 pm “SEASIDE HIGHLAND GAMES EVENING SOCIAL AND WHISKEY TASTING EVENT” at the Four Points Hotel in Ventura. A kick-off event for the weekend festival.
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Fri, Oct 12, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, in Lancaster:
8 pm DR. JOHN and THE BLIND BOYS OF ALABAMA at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $60, $47, $45.
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Sat & Sun, Oct 13 & 14, FESTIVAL, in Ventura,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
9 am-5 pm Annual “SEASIDE HIGHLAND GAMES” has multiple stages of Celtic and Irish music, plus the full array of Scottish Highland Heavy Athletics, food, massed pipe bands, and more culture and fun. More here soon, or check their website, www.seaside-games.com.
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Sat, Oct 13, FESTIVAL, in Mississippi:
Annual “BUKKA WHITE BLUES FESTIVAL” in Aberdeen, in Mississippi, features a set by Southern Cal blues maestro BERNIE PEARL, accompanied by his bassist, MIKE BARRY.
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Sat, Oct 13, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, in San Diego:
7 pm LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS play the “SAN DIEGO BON TEMPS CAJUN DANCE” series, at War Memorial Hall, 3325 Zoo Dr, Balboa Park (San Diego) 92101. Cajun-Zydeco GRAMMY Nominees, Lisa’s new video, “Chicken Fiddler,” has over 555,000 YouTube views! They’re always exciting, whether you dance or just listen, and they are among the few bands that mixes plenty of Cajun fiddle music with zydeco.
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Sat, Oct 13:
8 pm JEZ LOWE plays the “CALTECH FOLK MUSIC SOCIETY” series in Beckman Institute Auditorium, 400 S Wilson Av, on the Caltech campus in Pasadena; 626-395-4652. Free parking at the end of Michigan Av, south off Del Mar.
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Sat, Oct 13, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm ANGELO M. and THE SALTY SUITES play “RUSS AND JULIE'S HOUSE CONCERT” series in Oak Park (Agoura Hills / Westlake Village area). THE SALTY SUITES spent the summer playing festivals. They are a rapidly-rising quartet of stellar your players, from CHELSEA WILLIAMS, the beautiful and charming singer-songwriter-guitarist who sings on the nationwide TV commercial for Chevrolet, to mandolin wunderkind SCOTT GATES, to bassist CHUCK HAILES. Reservations get directions at 818-707-2179.
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Sun, Oct 21, in OC:
10 am-12:30 pm “MORNING BREEZE MUSIC CRUISE” aboard the RV Sea Explorer, sailing from the Ocean Institute in Dana Point, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point 92629; www.ocean-institute.org; 949-496-2274. Enjoy live music during a sea cruise while searching for encounters with sea lions, dolphin, and other sea life on a 2 1/2 hour voyage. Runs every-other month, summer and fall. While you’re there, be sure to tour the Ocean Institute (separate admission charge, cheap and very worthwhile).
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Musicians are singer-songwriter-composer and multi-instrumentalist JOHN LUTRELL and violinist-environmentalist-artist DOV. Hosted by KSBR radio “Morning Breeze” deejay Donna Jo Thornton. $35 adults, $22 children (age 4-12); substantial discounts for Ocean Institute members.
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Sat, Oct 27, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm CATHY BARTON & DAVE PARA play the “CALTECH FOLK MUSIC SOCIETY” series in Beckman Institute Auditorium, 400 S Wilson Av, on the Caltech campus in Pasadena; 626-395-4652. The Missouri-based, autoharp-playing traditional music duo has a huge following in Southern Cal, so get your tix early. Park free at the end of Michigan Av, south off Del Mar.
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Sun, Nov 4, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
RAVI SHANKAR, master of the sitar and more, plays the Center Theater, Long Beach.
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Sun, Nov 11:
5-9 pm “LOUISIANA SUNDAYS” zydeco dance series with a band tbd at the Golden Sails Hotel, PCH Club, 6285 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach 90803. Dance lesson at 4:30 pm, band plays 5-9 pm. Info, www.LouisianaDanceLA.com, or call dance instructor Karen, 562-708-8946. $15 at the door.
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Sat, Nov 17, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm LUNASA plays the Caltech Public Events Concert Series in Beckman Auditorium (“Big Beckman”), on the Caltech campus in Pasadena; 626-395-4652. Park free at the end of Michigan Av, south off Del Mar, if you arrive early enough to get a space.
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Sun, Nov 25:
5-9 pm ANDRE THIERRY & ZYDECO MAGIC play a “SPECIAL THANKSGIVING EVENT” for the “LOUISIANA SUNDAYS” zydeco dance series at the Golden Sails Hotel, PCH Club, 6285 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach 90803. Dance lesson at 4:30 pm, band plays 5-9 pm. Info, www.LouisianaDanceLA.com, or call dance instructor Karen, 562-708-8946. $15 at the door.
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Sun, Dec 9:
5-9 pm LEROY THOMAS & THE ZYDECO ROADRUNNERS play a “CELEBRATE LEROY'S BIRTHDAY & HOLIDAY DANCE” for the “LOUISIANA SUNDAYS” zydeco dance series at the Golden Sails Hotel, PCH Club, 6285 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach 90803. Dance lesson at 4:30 pm, band plays 5-9 pm. Info, www.LouisianaDanceLA.com, or call dance instructor Karen, 562-708-8946. $15 at the door.
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Wed, Dec 12, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm CHRIS ISAAK at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $100, $75, $70.
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Sat, Dec 15:
8 pm Third Annual “BIG BAND CHRISTMAS SHOW” at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $24 & $19.
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Sun, Dec 16:
3 pm “CHRISTMAS WITH THE CELTS” at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $29 & $19.
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2013 ~ Way, way ahead, in the far-off future…
(assuming the Mayans didn’t get it right…)
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Feb 2 & 3, 2013, FESTIVAL, in Elko, NV,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
Annual “NATIONAL COWBOY POETRY FESTIVAL” with lots of top award-winning western music and, yep, cowboy poetry. Acts known so far include TOM RUSSELL, doing two concerts and a songwriting workshop, and “a hundred great cowboy acts” including RAMBLIN’ JACK ELLIOTT, and PAUL ZARZSYKSI. There are “tons of exhibits on the West” and much more at this depth-of-winter indoor festival. It’s important to book early, because lodgings fill-up for a hundred miles or more. Info at www.westernfolklife.org/National-Cowboy-Poetry-Gathering-General-Info/national-cowboy-poetry-gathering-home-page.html.
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Fri, Feb 8, 2013, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm THE CAMPBELL BROTHERS play the Smothers Theatre, on the campus at Pepperdine University, 24255 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu; 310-506-4522.
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Mar 30, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm CRAICMORE at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $32 & $27.
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Apr 14, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
3 & 7 pm (two shows) MICHAEL FLATLEY’S LORD OF THE DANCE at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $52 & $47.
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8 pm TWO CELLOS at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $29 & $19.
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Apr 27, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm BIG BAD VOODOO DADDY at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $47 & $42.
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May 4:
8 pm “BIG BAND BLOWOUT” at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $24 & $19.
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8 pm JUICE NEWTON plays the season’s closing show at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $32 & $27.
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Whether or not you made it to any music event over the weekend, there is PLENTY happening any night you want to check! So scroll to the appropriate date and forge on!
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If you're reading this on Sunday, here's a quick addition: the BIGHORN MOUNTAIN MUSIC FESTIVAL concludes today. The Guide was there Saturday, and had a wonderful time. The acts today are good. Go. You'll have marvelous fun. It's at 7,000+ feet. It costs you $20 just to ride the ski lift to get up there on any day. For less than twice that, you get to ride the lifts to a music festival! It's above Mt. Baldy Village, within an hour east of L.A. Details in the Guide's Sunday "festivals" section, below...
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Now, here's the full edition, as originally published:
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FESTIVALS are prolific this weekend and next (along with an incredible, nee unbelievable offering of concerts this Saturday night. You won’t believe it ‘til you see it.) FOUR of this weekend’s festivals rate as “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” picks, and there is a FIFTH one on the live webstream from Folk Alley on Saturday. Plus MORE local festivals that might interest you. Check our Friday, Saturday and Sunday listings for write-ups and details.
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All that and MUCH more is in this brand-new edition.
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Briefly, those festivals are…
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1) The annual “LOS ANGELES GUITAR FESTIVAL” Friday & Saturday with JOHN JORGENSON, ROBBEN FORD & MICHAEL LANDAU in RENEGADE CREATION, DOUG MacLEOD, JIMMY HASLIP, GARY NOVAK, PEPPINO D’AGOSTINO, JEFF CAMPITELLI, and more, at Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center.
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2) The new “BIGHORN MOUNTAIN MUSIC FESTIVAL,” all weekend, brings a big lineup of rootsy new-fangled old-time-inspired string bands and Americana artists and bands to three stages atop Mt. Baldy Notch, on the high end of the cool San Gabriel Mountains at the top of the ski lifts. Less than an hour east of L.A. and an alpine world apart, it starts with a Friday night jam and has scheduled acts Saturday & Sunday, including THE STONE FOXES, THE DAMNGIVERS, THE GET DOWN BOYS, MODAL TEASE STRING BAND, THE BLACK TONGUED BELLS, SHAWN JONES, CLAREMONT VOODOO SOCIETY, ERIC McFADDEN, ANNABELLE LEE, ZACHARIAH & THE LOBOS RIDERS, RIZORKESTRA, REVEREND DEADEYE, KARLING ABBEYGATE, THE BRIXTONES, THE SUNSET DRIFTERS, and many more, plus a “GUITAR PULL” hosted by CHRIS DARROW, with ROBB STRANDLUND, PATRICK BRAYER & EDDIE CUNNINGHAM. There’s camping, fabulous views, and more.
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3) The annual “REAL BLUES FESTIVAL OF ORANGE COUNTY” on Sunday has performances by WHITEBOY JAMES & THE BLUE EXPRESS, TRICIA FREEMAN, JUMPIN’ JACK BENNY, BORN BLUE, JAY GORDON & BLUES VENOM, K.K. MARTIN, PAPA J & FRIENDS, and more, at Malone’s in Santa Ana.
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4) The 3rd Annual “NO BUDGET FILM FESTIVAL” has panels and a party on Saturday, then Sunday night’s screenings and awards presentations at the Downtown Independent in L.A.
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5) LIVE ON WEB RADIO: Noon-8 pm (Pacific) FOLK ALLEY is on the road at the “FAYETTEVILLE ROOTS FESTIVAL” in Arkansas and will broadcast live. Catch performances by DAVID GRISMAN'S FOLKJAZZ TRIO, DARRELL SCOTT, HOOTS & HELLMOUTH, and more.
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6) The annual “FIESTA LA BALLONA,” Friday though Sunday in Culver City, and
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7) The 13th annual “ELVIS FESTIVAL” on Sunday at the O.C. Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa.
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Details of ALL those doin’s and MUCH more are in this edition!
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Welcome! Dive right in. It’s all chronological, by date and time of day, with daily sections for festivals when there are any. This edition runs from now to waaay into the future. Enjoy!
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Fri, Aug 24; Fri-Sat, Aug 24 & 25, FESTIVAL,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm annual “LOS ANGELES GUITAR FESTIVAL,” tonight with ERIC JOHNSON, ALBERT LEE, and MUCH more tomorrow, at Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center, 1935 Manhattan Beach Bl, Redondo Beach 90278; 310-937-6607. Advance tix at 800-595-4849. Event info, www.LAGuitarFestival.com.
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Fri, Aug 24; Fri-Sun, Aug 24-26, free FESTIVAL:
“FIESTA LA BALLONA” is FREE in Veterans Park, at Culver Bl & Overland Av, just west of Downtown Culver City. Free parking in the Sony parking structure, 1/2 block north of Culver / Overland intersection. Enter lot from Overland and turn right into structure. Free handicapped parking at Veterans Park.
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There are tons of bands of all kinds. Recommended acts are in caps. Take a look to determine when you want to be there:
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STAGE IN THE PARK / MAIN STAGE
Friday (runs 4:30-9:30 pm)
4:30 pm Band: The Swing Set for the seniors
6 pm Fiesta Palooza teen band: CARAVAN BLUES BAND
6:50 pm Special guest: Conrad
7:40 pm Teen band: Below 51
8:30 pm Teen band: False Puppet
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Saturday (runs 11:45 am-9 pm)
11 am Culver City Police Dept. K-9 demonstration
11:45 am Opening Ceremony
Noon MARIACHI VOCES DE MEXICO DE RAUL SANCHEZ
1 pm Community act: Grupo Folklorico Tzintzuni
1:45 pm Band: Smells Like the 90's
2:45 pm Community act: California Dance Center
3:30 pm Band: 80z All Stars
4:30 pm Community act: Dee-Lightful Prod. Musical Theater
5:15 pm Band: TOM NOLAN BAND
6:15 pm Community act: Ballroom Dance with Pat Ruane
7 pm Band: Sgt. Pepper (Beatles tribute, British invasion)
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Sunday (runs 11 am-6:15 pm)
11 am Cali Rose & The CC Strummers (World Beat)
11:45am Band: ORQUESTA CHARANGOA
12:45 pm Community act: Line Dancing with “The Senior Steppers”
1:30 pm Band: Bern
2:30 pm Community act: Ho'Aloha Polynesian Dancers
3:15 pm Band: BENNIE AND THE SWAMPGATORS
4:15 pm Community act: MURPHY FAMILY BLUEGRASS BAND
5 pm Band: SOUL DOGS
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Plus, Performances in the Park – various roving acts throughout the park; Arts in the Park - creative arts workshops each half-hour. Carnival rides, arts & crafts, parade, food & drinks.
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Fri, Aug 24; Fri-Sun, Aug 24-26, FESTIVAL,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm The new “BIGHORN MOUNTAIN MUSIC FESTIVAL” gets underway this evening with an Open Mic hosted by RIZORKESTRA. Sign-ups at 7 pm. Bring your instrument and show off your chops; one outstanding performer will be offered a performance slot at next year’s festival.
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Scheduled acts on three stages happen Saturday and Sunday, with a big lineup of rootsy new-fangled old-time-inspired string bands and Americana artists and bands to three stages atop Mt. Baldy Notch, on the high end of the cool San Gabriel Mountains at the top of the ski lifts. Less than an hour east of L.A. and an alpine world apart, scheduled acts Saturday & Sunday include THE STONE FOXES, THE DAMNGIVERS, THE GET DOWN BOYS, MODAL TEASE STRING BAND, THE BLACK TONGUED BELLS, SHAWN JONES, CLAREMONT VOODOO SOCIETY, ERIC McFADDEN, ANNABELLE LEE, ZACHARIAH & THE LOBOS RIDERS, RIZORKESTRA, REVEREND DEADEYE, KARLING ABBEYGATE, THE BRIXTONES, THE SUNSET DRIFTERS, and many more, plus a “GUITAR PULL” hosted by CHRIS DARROW, with ROBB STRANDLUND, PATRICK BRAYER & EDDIE CUNNINGHAM. There’s camping, fabulous views, and more. More in the Guide’s Saturday and Sunday listings, and at www.BigHornMusicFest.com.
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Fri, Aug 24:
7-11 pm SHAWN JONES plays Lucille’s Smokehouse & BBQ, Long Beach Town Center (at Carson St & 605 Fwy), Long Beach; www.lucillesbbq.com; 562-938-7427. Artist info, www.shawnjonesmusic.com.
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Fri, Aug 24:
7-10 pm DANNY JACOBSON & THE VEGAS LEGENDS bring Vegas-style spot-on singing impressions of Frank, Dean, Sammy, Elvis, Ray Charles, Roy Orbison, Willie Nelson, Tom Jones, Rod Stewart, Johnny Cash, Billie Holiday, and 30 more music legends, at Main Street Restaurant in Yorba Linda.
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Fri, Aug 24, world music:
7 pm MASANGA MARIMBA ENSEMBLE plays Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts - L.A., in MacArthur Park, 2230 W 6th St (at S Park View), downtown L.A.; 213-368-0520; www.levittla.org; concert series, 213-384-5701. (AKA MacArthur Park Band Shell, and home to other events not in Levitt series listings.) Free.
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Fri, Aug 24, in Ventura:
7 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “BELL ARTS SONG CIRCLE” at Bell Arts Factory, 432 N Ventura Av, Ventura 93001.
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Fri, Aug 24:
7:30 pm “FRIDAY OPEN MIC NIGHTS” at the CTMS Center for Folk Music, the building in the park at 16953 Ventura Bl, Encino 91316; 818-817-7756.
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Fri, Aug 24, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm SHAWN PITTMAN plays the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91006; www.arcadiabluesclub.com; 626-447-9349. Shawn Pittman brings “Texas blues at its best. No nonsense blues guitar and singing. 35 year old Bluesman from Texas with his eighth release since 1998.” As usual, the BOBBY BLUEHOUSE BAND with various special guests kicks-off the night and performs between the headliner’s sets. Bobby Bluehouse says, “We are ‘keeping the blues alive,' so get your dancin' shoes ready. We gonna do this right!”
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Fri, Aug 24, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm ROY BOOK BINDER, “constantly traveling bluesman and disciple of Rev. Gary Davis,” plays McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-828-4497. Tix, $17.50.
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Fri, Aug 24, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm SEVERIN BROWNE and JOHN M. play the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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“SEVERIN BROWNE,” says venue impresario Bob Stane, ”is a staple of the Los Angeles tradition of fine songwriting and a funny stage show. He sparkles and continues to shine more brightly every year.” A former Motown recording artist and staff songwriter, Severin Browne continues to enchant audiences with his clear voice, masterful guitar playing and finely crafted songs. With roots in pop and jazz, Severin delights acoustic audiences with grooves not usually heard in folk circles, set amid stories of pirates and vampires, and even twisted love songs.
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JOHN M, says American Songwriter magazine, “is first and foremost a great songwriter.… something we need to hear in today’s music.” - Vernell Hackett. John has toured and performed all over the U.S, in such venues as Nashville’s Bluebird Café, Eddie’s Attic in Atlanta, The Tin Angel in Philadelphia, The Kerrville Folk Festival in Texas, and locally he has performed at The Coffee Gallery Backstage, Genghis Cohen, The Mint, Kulak’s Woodshed, and Russ & Julie’s House Concerts.
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Fri, Aug 24, in Santa Barbara, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
Time tba ELENI MANDELL and DAVID DONDERO play Muddy Waters Café, 508 E Haley St, Santa Barbara 93103; 805-966-9328. Info on the artists, www.elenimandell.com.
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Fri, Aug 24:
8 pm TRUTH & SALVAGE CO plus FOSTER TIMMS at the Troubadour, 9081 Santa Monica Bl, West Hollywood; www.troubadour.com; 310-276-6168. $15.
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Fri, Aug 24:
8 pm weekly “MONROVIA STREET FAIR” includes several venues with acoustic music, some impromptu, some more formal, including the KATTYWOMPUS CONCERT and JAM with all comers – including dulcimer players – at Dollmakers Kattywompus, 412 S Myrtle Av, Monrovia 91016; 626-357-1091. Free.
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Fri, Aug 24, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8:30 pm ALEJANDRO ESCOVEDO and JESSE MALIN play The Mint, 6010 W Pico Bl, L.A.; 323-954-9630; www.themintla.com. Tix, $15-20.
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Fri, Aug 24, on TV:
8:30-9 pm “BLUEGRASS UNDERGROUND” features a live (taped) performance. Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings. Repeats at 2:30 am.
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Fri, Aug 24:
Time tba “AMERICAN MONSTER BLUES & BURLESQUE SHOW” at Harvelle’s Long Beach, 206 The Promenade North, Long Beach 90802; www.harvelles.com; 310-395-1676.
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Fri, Aug 24:
Time tba PAT O’BRIEN & THE PRIESTS OF LOVE at First Cabin, 46 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia; 626-446-2575.
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Fri, Aug 24, in south OC:
Time tba KETTLEBACK plays The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano; 949-496-8927; www.thecoachhouse.com.
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Fri, Aug 24:
9 pm DUSTBOWL REVIVAL plays a fundraiser party to finish their new CD “Carry Me Home,” previewing tunes from it, plus an opening set by WILD REEDS, at 1085 Amoroso Pl, Venice. Band info, www.dustbowlrevival.com and http://thewildreedsmusic.com.
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Fri, Aug 24:
9 pm-1 am JAMIE DRAKE plays The Foundry on Melrose, 7465 Melrose Av, L.A. 90046; www.thefoundryonmelrose.com.
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Fri, Aug 24:
9 pm JOE WOOD & THE LONELY ONES play the Eldorado Restaurant / Eldo Sports Lounge, 3014 Studebaker Rd, Long Beach 90808; www.facebook.com/mobileprotection#!/eldo.restuarant.
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Fri, Aug 24:
9 pm FISHBONE, FLOWBIS, and UPROOTED play electric Americana at Saint Rocke, 142 Pacific Coast Hwy, Hermosa Beach 90254; www.saintrocke.com; 310-372-0035. $15 cover.
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Fri, Aug 24:
9 pm THE SOUL OF JOHN BLACK plays WitZend, 1717 Lincoln Bl, Venice 90291 (just W of Venice Bl) ); www.witzendlive.com. $10 cover. Band info, www.thesoulofjohnblack.com.
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Fri, Aug 24, on TV:
9-10 pm “AUSTIN CITY LIMITS” features a live (taped) performance. Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings. Repeats at 3 am.
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Fri, Aug 24:
9:30 pm Harmonica virtuoso GARY ALLEGRETTO plus EDDIE TURNER play Harvelle's Santa Monica, 1432 Fourth St, Santa Monica; www.harvelles.com; 310-395-1676. $10 cover. Artist info, www.garyallegretto.com.
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Fri, Aug 24:
10 pm JT ROSS & SPEEDWAY play Villains Tavern 1356 Palmetto St, downtown L.A.; www.villainstavern.com; 213-613-0766. The place is “a steampunk bar.” Band info, www.facebook.com/speedwayvenice.
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Fri, Aug 24, on TV:
10-11 pm “FRONT ROW CENTER” features a live (taped) performance. Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings. Repeats at 4 am.
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EARLY MORNING TV:
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Before we get to the festival listings, early risers should check these…
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EARLY Sat, Aug 25, on TV:
5-5:30 am “SUN STUDIO SESSIONS” features a live (taped) performance. Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings. Repeats at 2 am.
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EARLY Sat, Aug 25, on TV, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
5-5:30 am “JAMMIN’ AT HIPPIE JACK’S” features DARRELL SCOTT doing his “Outlaw Gospel” in a live (taped) 2012 performance for the show’s Season 7 finale episode. Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings for your channel.
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Saturday’s FESTIVALS
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Sat, Aug 25; Fri & Sat, Aug 24 & 25, FESTIVAL,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm annual “LOS ANGELES GUITAR FESTIVAL” with JOHN JORGENSON, ROBBEN FORD & MICHAEL LANDAU in RENEGADE CREATION, DOUG MacLEOD, JIMMY HASLIP, GARY NOVAK, PEPPINO D’AGOSTINO, JEFF CAMPITELLI, and more, at Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center, 1935 Manhattan Beach Bl, Redondo Beach 90278; 310-937-6607. Advance tix at 800-595-4849. Event info, www.LAGuitarFestival.com.
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Sat & Sun, Aug 25 & 26, FESTIVAL,
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11 am-11 pm “BIG HORN MUSIC FESTIVAL” brings a big lineup of new-fangled old-time-inspired string bands and Americana musicians to the high end of the San Gabriel Mountains, with THE STONE FOXES, THE DAMNGIVERS, THE GET DOWN BOYS, MODAL TEASE STRING BAND, THE BLACK TONGUED BELLS, SHAWN JONES, CLAREMONT VOODOO SOCIETY, ERIC McFADDEN, ANNABELLE LEE, ZACHARIAH & THE LOBOS RIDERS, RIZORKESTRA, REVEREND DEADEYE, KARLING ABBEYGATE, THE BRIXTONES, THE SUNSET DRIFTERS, and many more, plus a “GUITAR PULL” hosted by CHRIS DARROW, with ROBB STRANDLUND, PATRICK BRAYER & EDDIE CUNNINGHAM, on three stages, all atop Mt. Baldy Ski Lifts, above Mt. Baldy Village. The festival is only accessible via the ski lift, and you can go up early, starting at 7 am. The bottom end is at 8401 Mt. Baldy Rd, Mt Baldy, about 45 minutes east of L.A.
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The Festival has a Friday night jam, then scheduled acts throughout the weekend. This is an event that participating musicians are promoting with enthusiasm. “We are excited to play with DUST BOWL REVIVAL, BLACK TOUNGED BELLS, CLAREMONT VOODOO SOCIETY, THE GET DOWN BOYS, and more,” say the DAMN GIVERS, who play the closing set on the Sunset Stage on Sunday at 6:30 pm. (There’s more music on the indoor stage after that, until late.)
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Camping in the National Forest is available and the festival can get you in Friday night (there are events then). But you can only byo water (no food or beverages) onto the lifts or into the festival. Wear “sturdy shoes” because you’re in an alpine world up there. And take a jacket; out of the heat in the clear mountain air, up high, it can get chilly after sunset. Get tix and page your way through their web site for more at www.bighornmusicfest.com.
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Full two-day passes are $65 adult, $35 child. One-day tix are $37 adult, $22 child.
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Sat, Aug 25; Fri-Sun, Aug 24-26, free FESTIVAL:
“FIESTA LA BALLONA” is FREE in Veterans Park, at Culver Bl & Overland Av, just west of Downtown Culver City. Free parking in the Sony parking structure, 1/2 block north of Culver / Overland intersection. Enter lot from Overland and turn right into structure. Free handicapped parking at Veterans Park.
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There are tons of bands of all kinds. Recommended acts are in caps. Take a look to determine when you want to be there:
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STAGE IN THE PARK / MAIN STAGE
Friday (runs 4:30-9:30 pm)
4:30 pm Band: The Swing Set for the seniors
6 pm Fiesta Palooza teen band: CARAVAN BLUES BAND
6:50 pm Special guest: Conrad
7:40 pm Teen band: Below 51
8:30 pm Teen band: False Puppet
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Saturday (runs 11:45 am-9 pm)
11 am Culver City Police Dept. K-9 demonstration
11:45 am Opening Ceremony
Noon MARIACHI VOCES DE MEXICO DE RAUL SANCHEZ
1 pm Community act: Grupo Folklorico Tzintzuni
1:45 pm Band: Smells Like the 90's
2:45 pm Community act: California Dance Center
3:30 pm Band: 80z All Stars
4:30 pm Community act: Dee-Lightful Prod. Musical Theater
5:15 pm Band: TOM NOLAN BAND
6:15 pm Community act: Ballroom Dance with Pat Ruane
7 pm Band: Sgt. Pepper (Beatles tribute, British invasion)
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Sunday (runs 11 am-6:15 pm)
11 am Cali Rose & The CC Strummers (World Beat)
11:45am Band: ORQUESTA CHARANGOA
12:45 pm Community act: Line Dancing with “The Senior Steppers”
1:30 pm Band: Bern
2:30 pm Community act: Ho'Aloha Polynesian Dancers
3:15 pm Band: BENNIE AND THE SWAMPGATORS
4:15 pm Community act: MURPHY FAMILY BLUEGRASS BAND
5 pm Band: SOUL DOGS
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Plus, Performances in the Park – various roving acts throughout the park; Arts in the Park - creative arts workshops each half-hour. Carnival rides, arts & crafts, parade, food & drinks.
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Event is bike friendly, with free bike valet and workshops; cycling groups offer skill sessions.
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More at www.fiestalaballona.org
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Sat & Sun, Aug 25 & 26, FESTIVAL, not specifically music, but cool,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
The 3rd Annual “NO BUDGET FILM FESTIVAL” hosts events today, including panels, 1-5 pm at The Last Bookstore in downtown L.A. and a gallery party, 5-10 pm at the cARTel House. Sunday night is the screening and awards presentations at the Downtown Independent in L.A. It’s all presented by Collaborative Arts L.A. Some awards are determined by audience vote, so it’s interactive. Last year was over-sold-out. Sunday night tix are $11.50. Attendance at Saturday’s events is rather ad hoc. Additional Info at www.nobudgetfilmfest.com.
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Saturday’s
CONCERTS, CLUB GIGS, SHOWCASES, OPEN MICS, & more…
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Sat, Aug 25:
10 am THE DUSTBOWL REVIVAL plays the “Big! World! Fun! Family Series,” bringing their “old-school bluegrass, gospel, jug-band and swamp blues with the hot swing of the 1930s” to the John Anson Ford Amphitheatre, 2580 Cahuenga Bl East, Hollywood 90068; 323-461-3673.
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Sat, Aug 25, in San Diego Co:
11 am-3 pm GONE TOMORROW plays Kahoots Pets, 334 W El Norte Pkwy, Escondido. Free.
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GONE TOMORROW will play the MAMMOTH BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL in Mammoth Lakes, Sept 1-2, with special guests JOHN MAILANDER on fiddle and MICHAEL WILLIAMS on guitar.
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Sat, Aug 25, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
Noon TITANIC DIXIELAND JAZZ BAND plays the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91006; www.arcadiabluesclub.com; 626-447-9349. It’s their first stop on a big festival tour. Bobby Bluehouse says, “Yea baby! Bring yo dancin' shoes.”
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Sat, Aug 25:
Noon I SEE HAWKS IN L.A. play the Norwalk Senior Center, 14040 San Antonio Dr, Norwalk 90650. Info, call Elizabeth Rock, 562-929-5677.
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Sat, Aug 25, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, on web radio:
Noon-8 pm (Pacific) FOLK ALLEY is on the road at the “FAYETTEVILLE ROOTS FESTIVAL” in Arkansas and will broadcast live. This festival is a four-day urban music festival showcasing many of the elements that make Fayetteville a beloved cultural hot spot. The festival's slogan is "A Mountain Town in its Natural State." The "roots" element of the festival is dedicated to showcasing a musical style that is heavily supported, created, and somewhat originating in Fayetteville and the Ozarks as a whole. This year's festival features performances by DAVID GRISMAN'S FOLKJAZZ TRIO, JOHN PRINE, DARRELL SCOTT, THE STEEL WHEELS, JOHN FULLBRIGHT, POKEY LAFARGE & THE SOUTH CITY THREE, THE CARPER FAMILY, STILL ON THE HILL, 3 PENNY ACRE, GREGORY ALAN ISAKOV, and many more.
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Tentative broadcast schedule:
Noon -- Still on the Hill
12:40 pm -- 3 Penny Acre
1:20 pm -- The Carper Family
2:05 pm -- Milkdrive
2:45 pm -- Hoots & Hellmouth
3:30 pm -- The Steel Wheels
4:10 pm -- TBD
4:30 pm -- Joy Kills Sorrow
5:20 pm -- Gregory Alan Isakov
6:10 pm -- Darrell Scott
6:50 pm -- John Fullbright
7:30 pm -- David Grisman FolkJazz Trio
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Sat, Aug 25:
1 pm monthly “OLD TIME & TRADITIONAL SOUTHERN FIDDLE & BANJO MUSIC JAM” at Audubon Nature Center in Debs Park, 4700 N Griffin Av, Highland Park 90031; off the 110 Fwy; 323-221-2255.
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Sat, Aug 25, an “EVENT-of-the-WEEK for ARTISTS:”
2 pm “ACOUSTIC BLUES GUITAR WORKSHOP” with ROY BOOK BINDER at The Fret House, 309 N Citrus, Covina 91723; 626-339-7020. He does a concert here tonight at 8 pm. Get a reservation for the workshop as soon as you read this. Limited to 10 people, $60 fee.
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Sat, Aug 25, in Bakersfield:
2-5 pm weekly “ACOUSTIC JAM” at Dagney's Coffee Shop in Bakersfield. “Come on down for some coffee, stir in some music, and you get a good time.” Info, contact Jeff Russinsky at 661-364-1553 or 661-324-7504.
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Sat, Aug 25, an “EVENT-of-the-WEEK for ARTISTS:”
4 pm GUITAR WORKSHOP with MARK SHARK at Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City 90230; 310-398-2583.
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Sat, Aug 25:
4-8 pm “PRO BLUES JAM” with JOHN LaMAIN & GOOD DEAL at Doheny’s Tartan Room in Garden Grove.
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Sat, Aug 25, in San Diego:
5-7 pm GONE TOMORROW, with special guest vocalist CORRIE DESMUKE, plays a FREE two-hour concert in Clay Park, Art St & Seminole Dr, one block S of El Cajon Bl in the Rolando neighborhood of San Diego, just south of SDSU. Look for the shade tents along the east side of Clay Park, right next to Clay Elementary school. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy some great music in one of San Diego’s nicest neighborhoods. Free.
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GONE TOMORROW will play the MAMMOTH BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL in Mammoth Lakes, Sept 1-2, with special guests JOHN MAILANDER on fiddle and MICHAEL WILLIAMS on guitar.
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Sat, Aug 25, in Santa Ynez, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
5:30 pm PETER FELDMANN & THE VERY LONESOME BOYS, the band of DAVID WEST, TOME LEE, PETER FELDMANN, & BLAINE SPROUSE, play a benefit the Santa Ynez Library, with a tri-tip barbecue and no-host bar, and plenty of bluegrass music, at the Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum, 3596 Sagunto St, Santa Ynez. Info & reservations, contact Barbara Davidge at 805-688-8477.
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Check out Peter Feldmann & the Very Lonesome Boys from their “Song Tree” concert series performance in June:
Performing “Ragtime Annie,” at http://youtu.be/BboxYL7Czjg
Playing “Lonesome Moonlight Waltz” at http://youtu.be/8NOTUeeL_8I
Doing “High On A Mountain” at http://youtu.be/UZHQuER1LQs
And playing “Brown's Ferry Blues” at http://youtu.be/kYBGJnl3U9Q.
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Sat, Aug 25:
6 pm annual “GLENDORA CLASSIC CAR SHOW” brings music by FLATTOP TOM & HIS JUMP CATS in downtown Glendora. Free.
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Sat, Aug 25:
6:30 pm weekly “BLUEGRASS CONCERT” at Me N Eds Pizza Parlor, 4115 Paramount Bl, Lakewood 90712; 562-421-8908.
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Sat, Aug 25, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm WRECK N SOW plays the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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WRECK N SOW is a first-rate L.A.-based string quartet, with a guitar, a bass guitar, a fiddle and a mandolin. They will tell you that, like Monopoly, they entertain people aged eight to eighty. Bluegrass? They do that. Folk? That too. Country Western? Absolutely. Americana? Well they are from America. Using strings and voices, they offer-up familiar and original songs of love, lost love and no love, songs about family, heaven and hell, small animals, driving, dancing, lots of money and heavy farm equipment.
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Wreck N Sow performed live for the first time in February 2006. Since then, Pierre Dupuy (guitar), Randy Cochran (bass fiddle), Mike Stave (fiddle) and Andre Dupuy (mandolin) have entertained Southern Californians at theaters, festivals, restaurants, bars, museums, private parties, two Jewish weddings and a pancake breakfast. They’ve recorded two CDs; “First Harvest”, released to coincide with their appearance at the inaugural 2007 Stagecoach Festival and 2009’s “Second Thoughts.” They are currently working on their third CD. Their website, www.wrecknsow.com, features pictures, videos and notices of their upcoming shows.
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Sat, Aug 25, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick::
7 pm GEOFF MULDAUR, JIM KWESKIN & SUZY THOMPSON, plus TOM BALL & KENNY SULTAN make for an “oh, wow” formidable lineup at the “Lobero Live” series at Lobero Theatre, 33 E Canon Perdido St, Santa Barbara 93101; 805-963-0761.
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Sat, Aug 25:
7-9 pm JESSICA FICHOT, that charming musician with French roots, plays Crème de la Crèpe, 36 W Colorado Bl, Pasadena; www.cremedelacrepe.com/location.php?city=pasadena.
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Jessica says, “The band and I had a great time on our short tour of Europe, and in Northern California last month. I've been relaxing since then, but I wanted to let you know that I'll be playing a casual gig in Pasadena – a trio with MICHAEL PAPILLO on upright and ANTOINE SALEM on guitar. So stop by for some crèpes, drinks and (mostly) French music.”
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Sat, Aug 25:
7 pm WHEN PIGS FLY! play Dollmakers, 412 S Myrtle Av, Monrovia 91016; 626-357-1091. Sponsored by Kattywompus.
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Sat, Aug 25:
7 pm WISEGUYS BIG BAND plays Memorial Park, 320 N Orange Pl, Azusa; 626-812-5280. Food court on site. Free concert. (Check before you go. This is unverified.)
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Sat, Aug 25:
7 pm Guitarist BRIAN HUGHES & his band bring contemporary Latin-Jazz to the “16th Annual Altadena Sheriffs’ Summer Concert Series” in the Amphitheater at Farnsworth Park, 568 East Mt. Curve Av, Altadena 91001; series info, www.altadenasheriffs.blogspot.com; 626-798-6335. FREE concert series.
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Sat, Aug 25:
7-11 pm BRIAN YOUNG & THE BLUES play Lucille’s Smokehouse & BBQ, Long Beach Town Center (at Carson St & 605 Fwy), Long Beach; www.lucillesbbq.com; 562-938-7427.
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Sat, Aug 25:
7 pm weekly “RANCH PARTY” brings TINY TELEVISION, plus MICHAEL UBALDINI & THE LONESOME PLAYBOYS to the music patio adjacent to EB’s Wine Bar, in the L.A. Farmers Market complex, 6333 3rd (at Fairfax), L.A.; www.farmersmarketla.com. Always a lineup of Americana / alt country recording artists at this series. Plenty of places to eat are nearby, and you carry your food to the stage seating. Show and series info, www.reverbnation.com/venue/ranchpartycountrynight. No cover.
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Sat, Aug 25:
7 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “WEST VALLEY HOOT” in Woodland Hills 91367. Location and info at www.songmakers.org.
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Sat, Aug 25, in Ventura:
7:30 pm SHARI PUERTO BAND brings the blues to the “MUSIC UNDER THE STARS: series in Ventura.
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Sat, Aug 25:
7:30 pm GRATEFUL DUDES BLUEGRASS play their longtime weekly residency a.t Vincenzo's Pizza, 24500 Lyons Av, Newhall 91350. Some VERY prominent guests have been known to sit-in… No cover.
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Sat, Aug 25, the final show; a “SHOW-of-the-YEAR” pick:
8 pm NEIL DIAMOND reprises his “HOT AUGUST NIGHT” with a 40th Anniversary tour, including these shows at the Greek Theatre in L.A., where he played the original.
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Can you say, “Chance to relive a legendary concert with the music legend who performed it, who etched a very special night into music history?” That’s literally what this is. Any superlative you want to apply, after 40 years and millions of album sales of the show taped on the very same stage way back in 1972, well, the accolades and gushing enthusiasm and stage-lit memories are all warranted.
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Here’s the schedule and status at press time:
Sat, Aug 11 at 8 pm - sold out
Thu, Aug 16 at 8 pm - sold out
Sat, Aug 18 at 8 pm - ON SALE NOW
Thu, Aug 23 at 8 pm - ON SALE NOW
Sat, Aug 25 at 8 pm - ON SALE NOW
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Sat, Aug 25, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm CALIFORNIA PHILHARMONIC “FESTIVAL ON THE GREEN” summer outdoor concert series completes its 2012 season with tonight’s theme of “BEETHOVEN & JOHN WILLIAMS” at Santa Anita Racetrack Park, 285 W Huntington Dr, Arcadia.
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Maestro VICTOR VENER is renowned for presenting accessible classical music with many recognizable melodies for those who are not into tuxedo classical. In fact, there is a jazz combo performing from 5 pm until the main concert at 8. Even if you’re not into jazz, go early.
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Gates open at 5 pm for dining, the instrument petting zoo, pony rides, best placement of beach chairs, and probably additional fun / diversions. A fine catered picnic dinner is available (you should order in advance to get the options you want) or you can bring your own food and beverages. More expensive seats include tables with tablecloths. Cheaper seats are bring-your-own chair or blanket.
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The series began here on with July 28 with “Center Stage,” continued Aug 11 with “Carmen on Broadway,” and concludes tonight. Each Saturday evening show repeats as an indoor matinee the next afternoon in Walt Disney Concert Hall at the Music Center in downtown L.A. in air-conditioned comfort. Info and tix for all six performances (three outdoor, three indoor) are available at www.calphil.org or 626-300-8200.
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Sat, Aug 25, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm DEL McCOURY BAND plays the “Flights & Sounds Series” at Orange County Great Park’s Runway Stage, at Sand Canyon & Marine Way, Irvine 92618; 949-724-6247. Event info, 866-829-3829.
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Sat, Aug 25, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm ROY BOOK BINDER plays The Fret House, 309 N Citrus, Covina 91723; 626-339-7020. He also does a workshop here today at 2 pm. Get reservations for either or both as soon as you read this. Concert tix, $20.
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Sat, Aug 25, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm ELENI MANDELL and DAVID DONDERO play McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-828-4497. Info on the artists, www.elenimandell.com and www.daviddondero.com. Tix, $15.
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Sat, Aug 25, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm ED MUNTER & THE MASTERS OF NOW, plus ZEHNDER, play Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City 90230; 310-398-2583.
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ED MUNTER is amazing. He was a guest on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks” when he was doing a one-man folk-opera in the mid double-oughts and he proved to be an artist of considerable depth and accessible ideas. His songwriting and arrangements are way ahead of others who are recognized among the best. Why he isn’t famous is a major mystery. Go see him. – Acoustic Americana Music Guide.
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Sat, Aug 25, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, in Santa Barbara:
8 pm GEOFF MULDAUR, JIM KWESKIN & SUZY THOMPSON, plus TOM BALL AND KENNY SULTAN, play the “Lobero Live” series at Lobero Theatre, 33 E Canon Perdido St, Santa Barbara 93101; 805-963-0761.
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Sat, Aug 25, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, in Santa Barbara:
8 pm BROTHER SUN plays the Trinity Backstage Coffee House, 1500 State St, Santa Barbara 93101; 805-962-2970.
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“What happens when you unite three of the best male singers in the folk realm who already revel in harmony singing? Brother Sun.” says Rich Warren, longtime host of WMFT Chicago’s Nationally Syndicated Folk Radio Show “The Midnight Special.”
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BROTHER SUN – aka Joe Jencks, Greg Greenway and Pat Wictor – have made their mark as veteran touring singer-songwriters, but this is not a songwriter's round. Warren continues, “While numerous delightful female trios harmonize, few men bond that way these days (unlike the days of the folk revival when they were the norm). Added to great voices, energy and sincerity are worthy compositions in three distinct styles that bring to mind a modern day gospel." Fusing folk, Americana, blues, pop, jazz, rock, and a cappella singing, Brother Sun is musical diversity and harmony, in the male singing tradition, three rich voices blending on a well-crafted foundation of guitar, slide guitar, and piano.
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Sat, Aug 25:
8 pm Piano bluesman MICHAEL MASCI plays the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91006; www.arcadiabluesclub.com; 626-447-9349. As usual, the BOBBY BLUEHOUSE BAND with various special guests kicks-off the night and performs between the headliner’s sets.
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MICHAEL MASCI is, says Bobby Bluehouse, a “most excellent piano player [originally] from Florida who is bringing the whole band to ABC this weekend. Look out!” He adds, “We are ‘keeping the blues alive,' so get your dancin' shoes ready. We gonna do this right!” Artist info, www.michaelmasci.com.
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Sat, Aug 25:
8 pm CHICO TRUJILLO plays the final Saturday night of the season at “LEVITT PAVILION PASADENA CONCERTS IN THE PARK” series at Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts - Pasadena, in Memorial Park, 85 E Holly St (really Walnut & Raymond) Old Pasadena; 626-683-3230; www.levittpavilionpasadena.org. Bring your lawn chair or blanket; some bench seating available on the sides. Ride the Gold Line light rail to Memorial Park Station, and save expensive parking and gas. Nice outdoor venue. Free show.
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Sat, Aug 25:
8 pm LARRY B. WILDER performs at Noble House Concerts in Van Nuys. Reservations get directions at www.jrp-graphics.com/noblehouse.
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Sat, Aug 25, a FREE house concert:
8-10 pm TRACY NEWMAN & THE REINFORCEMENTS and CELLAR FULL OF NOISE play a house concert in Bell Canyon (near West Hills). Unlike most house concerts, this one is FREE, and includes free refreshments and drinks, with your reservation at fjlvincent@gmail.com or 310-230-4305.
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Sat, Aug 25:
8 pm monthly “4th SATURDAY CONTRA DANCE” with TOM SAUBER & THE SCREAMING EARWIGS making the music and SUSAN MICHAELS calling, at the Woman¹s Club of South Pasadena, 1424 Fremont Av, South Pasadena 91030. Instruction for new dancers at 7:30 pm. Contradancing is 8-11 pm. Adults, $10. Students with ID, $7. Kids under age 12 are free.
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Sat, Aug 25:
8 pm “REBELLIOUS BLUES DOGS OPEN JAM” at VFW Post 1944, 16151 E Gale Av, City Of Industry 91745; 626-968-4782.
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Sat, Aug 25, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8:15 pm THE DEL MCCOURY BAND plays the Orange County Great Park Runway Stage, at Sand Canyon & Marine Way, Irvine 92618; 949-724-6247.
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Sat, Aug 25:
Time tba BLUES GYPSYS play Big Mama’s Rib Shack, 453 N Lake Av, Pasadena; www.bigmamas-ribshack.com; 626-797-1792. The editor says, “This place has great food.”
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Sat, Aug 25:
Time tba JAY EDWARD BAND plays blues at Starboard Attitude, on Redondo Beach Pier, Redondo Beach; 310-379-5144.
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Sat, Aug 25:
Time tba EDDIE TURNER plays Harvelle's Santa Monica, 1432 Fourth St, Santa Monica; www.harvelles.com; 310-395-1676.
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Sat, Aug 25:
Time tba BILLY WATSON plays Iva Lee’s, 555 N El Camino Real, San Clemente; 949-361-2855.
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Sat, Aug 25:
9 pm-1 am KARA GRAINGER plays The Foundry on Melrose, 7465 Melrose Av, L.A. 90046; www.thefoundryonmelrose.com. Artist info, www.karagrainger.com.
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Sat, Aug 25:
9 pm WHITE BOY JAMES plays the Eldorado Restaurant / Eldo Sports Lounge, 3014 Studebaker Rd, Long Beach 90808; www.facebook.com/mobileprotection#!/eldo.restuarant.
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Sat, Aug 25:
9:30 pm DELGADO BROTHERS play Harvelle’s Long Beach, 206 The Promenade North, Long Beach 90802; www.harvelles.com; 310-395-1676. $10 cover.
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Sat, Aug 25:
10 pm-1:30 am PADDY’S PIG brings Irish music to the Auld Dubliner, 71 S Pine Av, Long Beach. Info on this band – Missy, Mike, Damon, and Marty, (and Jon for this show) – at www.paddyspigla.com, and www.facebook.com/paddys.pig .
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Sat, Aug 25:
10 pm NEIGHBORHOOD BULLYS play the Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Bl (between Washington & Venice), Culver City 90230; 310-390-1328; www.thecinemabar.com; www.myspace.com/thecinemabar; music series hotline 310-250-1317. Venue is 21+, the size of a shoebox, and known as “the world’s smallest honky-tonk.” Barstool seating is competitive. No cover, bring $ for artists’ tip jar.
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Sat, Aug 25:
10 pm BROKEN NUMBERS BAND plays Villains Tavern 1356 Palmetto St, downtown L.A.; www.villainstavern.com; 213-613-0766. The place is “a steampunk bar.”
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Sat, Aug 25:
10 pm THE BLACK TONGUED BELLS plus MICK RHODES & THE HARD EIGHT play Clubhouse 66, 1200 E Route 66, Glendora 91741; www.clubhouse66.com; 626-914-0066. Band info, www.theblacktonguedbells.com and, www.reverbnation.com/mickrhodesthehardeight. No cover.
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Sat, Aug 25:
11 pm from BROTHER SAL brings his “WHOREHOUSE GOSPEL” to the Piano Bar, 6429 Selma Av, Hollywood 90028; www.pianobarhollywood.com; 323-466-2750. Artist info, http://thebrothersal.com.
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If you can still get a ticket, consider the 3rd Annual “NO BUDGET FILM FESTIVAL” screening and awards tonight. VERY creative people do amazing things with next to no money!
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Sun, Aug 26, FESTIVAL, in OC,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
Noon-10 pm annual “REAL BLUES FESTIVAL OF ORANGE COUNTY” with performances by WHITEBOY JAMES & THE BLUE EXPRESS, TRICIA FREEMAN, JUMPIN’ JACK BENNY, BORN BLUE, JAY GORDON & BLUES VENOM, K.K. MARTIN, PAPA J & FRIENDS, and more, at Malone’s in Santa Ana.
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Sun, Aug 26; Sat & Sun, Aug 25 & 26, FESTIVAL,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick
11 am-11 pm “BIG HORN MUSIC FESTIVAL” brings a big lineup of new-fangled old-time-inspired string bands and Americana musicians to the high end of the San Gabriel Mountains, with THE STONE FOXES, THE DAMNGIVERS, THE GET DOWN BOYS, MODAL TEASE STRING BAND, THE BLACK TONGUED BELLS, SHAWN JONES, CLAREMONT VOODOO SOCIETY, ERIC McFADDEN, ANNABELLE LEE, ZACHARIAH & THE LOBOS RIDERS, RIZORKESTRA, REVEREND DEADEYE, KARLING ABBEYGATE, THE BRIXTONES, THE SUNSET DRIFTERS, and many more, plus a “GUITAR PULL” hosted by CHRIS DARROW, with ROBB STRANDLUND, PATRICK BRAYER & EDDIE CUNNINGHAM, on three stages, all atop Mt. Baldy Ski Lifts, above Mt. Baldy Village. The festival is only accessible via the ski lift, and you can go up early, starting at 7 am. The bottom end is at 8401 Mt. Baldy Rd, Mt Baldy, about 45 minutes east of L.A.
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The Festival has a Friday night jam, then scheduled acts throughout the weekend. This is an event that participating musicians are promoting with enthusiasm. “We are excited to play with DUST BOWL REVIVAL, BLACK TOUNGED BELLS, CLAREMONT VOODOO SOCIETY, THE GET DOWN BOYS, and more,” say the DAMN GIVERS, who play the closing set on the Sunset Stage on Sunday at 6:30 pm. (There’s more music on the indoor stage after that, until late.)
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Camping in the National Forest is available and the festival can get you in Friday night (there are events then). But you can only byo water (no food or beverages) onto the lifts or into the festival. Wear “sturdy shoes” because you’re in an alpine world up there. And take a jacket; out of the heat in the clear mountain air, up high, it can get chilly after sunset. Get tix and page your way through their web site for more at www.bighornmusicfest.com.
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Full two-day passes are $65 adult, $35 child. One-day tix are $37 adult, $22 child.
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Sun, Aug 26, FESTIVAL, in OC:
9 am-4 pm 13th annual “ELVIS FESTIVAL” with performances by MARTIN ANTHONY, DAVE HOOVER, LIL JOE BANUELOS, DANNY JACOBSON, MINI ELVIS (aka MIGHTY MIKE MURGA), STEVEN WILLIAMSON, and performing host KIRK WALL, plus conversations with those who knew Elvis, at the Orange County Market Place at the O.C. Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Dr, Costa Mesa; www.ocmarketplace.com; 949-723-6660. Info on this event, 949-723-6616. The current ish of “Southland Blues” magazine has a coupon on the back for free admission.
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Sun, Aug 26; Fri-Sun, Aug 24-26, free FESTIVAL:
“FIESTA LA BALLONA” is FREE in Veterans Park, at Culver Bl & Overland Av, just west of Downtown Culver City. Free parking in the Sony parking structure, 1/2 block north of Culver / Overland intersection. Enter lot from Overland and turn right into structure. Free handicapped parking at Veterans Park.
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There are tons of bands of all kinds. Recommended acts are in caps. Take a look to determine when you want to be there:
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STAGE IN THE PARK / MAIN STAGE
Friday (runs 4:30-9:30 pm)
4:30 pm Band: The Swing Set for the seniors
6 pm Fiesta Palooza teen band: CARAVAN BLUES BAND
6:50 pm Special guest: Conrad
7:40 pm Teen band: Below 51
8:30 pm Teen band: False Puppet
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Saturday (runs 11:45 am-9 pm)
11 am Culver City Police Dept. K-9 demonstration
11:45 am Opening Ceremony
Noon MARIACHI VOCES DE MEXICO DE RAUL SANCHEZ
1 pm Community act: Grupo Folklorico Tzintzuni
1:45 pm Band: Smells Like the 90's
2:45 pm Community act: California Dance Center
3:30 pm Band: 80z All Stars
4:30 pm Community act: Dee-Lightful Prod. Musical Theater
5:15 pm Band: TOM NOLAN BAND
6:15 pm Community act: Ballroom Dance with Pat Ruane
7 pm Band: Sgt. Pepper (Beatles tribute, British invasion)
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Sunday (runs 11 am-6:15 pm)
11 am Cali Rose & The CC Strummers (World Beat)
11:45am Band: ORQUESTA CHARANGOA
12:45 pm Community act: Line Dancing with “The Senior Steppers”
1:30 pm Band: Bern
2:30 pm Community act: Ho'Aloha Polynesian Dancers
3:15 pm Band: BENNIE AND THE SWAMPGATORS
4:15 pm Community act: MURPHY FAMILY BLUEGRASS BAND
5 pm Band: SOUL DOGS
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Plus, Performances in the Park – various roving acts throughout the park; Arts in the Park - creative arts workshops each half-hour. Carnival rides, arts & crafts, parade, food & drinks.
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Event is bike friendly, with free bike valet and workshops; cycling groups offer skill sessions.
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Sun, Aug 26, FESTIVAL, not specifically music, but cool,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm 3rd Annual “NO BUDGET FILM FESTIVAL” has its sceenings and awards tonight at the Downtown Independent in L.A. It’s all presented by Collaborative Arts L.A. There are a number of awards, including a set of Audience Awards determined by your vote, so it’s interactive. Last year was over-sold-out. Tix, $11.50.
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There are additional events on August 25, including a day of panels, 1-5 pm at The Last Bookstore in downtown L.A. and a gallery party, 5-10 pm at the cARTel House. Info on the full event at www.nobudgetfilmfest.com.
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Sunday’s
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Sun, Aug 26, in San Diego:
10 am weekly “BLUEGRASS BRUNCH” at Urban Solace, 3823 30th St, San Diego 92104; 619-295-6464.
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Sun, Aug 26:
11 am-2 pm weekly “BLUES BRUNCH” with BARRY “BIG B” BRENNER at Firefly Bistro, 1009 El Centro St, South Pasadena; 626-441-2443; www.eatatfirefly.com.
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Sun, Aug 26:
1 pm monthly “BLUEGRASS JAM” co-sponsored by BASC at the CTMS Center for Folk Music, the building in the park at 16953 Ventura Bl, Encino 91316; 818-817-7756.
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Sun, Aug 26, free concert, online::
1 pm (Pacific time) MARINA V plays new songs, take requests from the global online audience, and accepts contributions for the production of her next album, telethon style, at www.ustream.tv/channel/thursday-songs-with-marina-v
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Her music video for her song, “Run,” is now in rotation in 8,500 retail outlets across America. Watch it at http://youtu.be/mC5IN6E1igk
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Sun, Aug 26:
2 pm FREE Courtyard Concert with THE SPORTIVE TRICKS, a Southern California folk band with a heavy Irish influence, at Muldoon's Pub & the Celtic Bar, 202 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach; 949 641-4110; www.muldoonspub.com.
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Sun, Aug 26:
2:30-7 pm JOHNNY MASTRO & MAMA’S BOYS play their every-Sunday residency at Bliss 525, 525 E Broadway, Long Beach 90802; www.bliss525.com; 562-495-7252. Band info, www.johnnymastro.com.
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Sun, Aug 26:
3 pm DAYLIGHT AGAIN, a CROSBY, STILLS & NASH tribute band, plays a matinee at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”). Tix, $15.
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Sun, Aug 26:
3-10 pm weekly “EVERYTHING UNDER THE SUNDAY” show brings performers tba to Villains Tavern, 1356 Palmetto St, downtown L.A.; www.villainstavern.com; 213-613-0766. The place is “a steampunk bar.
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Sun, Aug 26, in Fallbrook:
3:30 pm “JAM AT PHEE SHERLINE’S HOME” with musicians marking one year since the passing of the great western, folk and historical songwriter KEN GRAYDON. Includes a jam and concert by PATTY QUINTANA, JEAN PICKARD, & DON TRUBY, who were among those who performed at Ken’s memorial. Info, and make reservations to get directions, at www.pheezart.com.
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Sun, Aug 26:
4-8 pm WUMBLOOZO “Unplugged” is playing The Windjammer Yacht Club, 13589 Mindanao Way, Marina Del Rey 90292; 310-827-7692. The public is invited. There’s a BBQ while you are relaxing, eating, taking in the view of the marina, and listening to the boys playing their harmonica-based blues for your enjoyment. It's been so hot that an afternoon at the beach is just the thing to cool off. More at www.wumbloozo.com.
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Sun, Aug 26, in OC:
4-8 pm “CALIFORNIA CRUISIN’” is an evening of live surf music and sampling of delicious food from local restaurants, along with a Woodie car rally and casino-themed games, at the Ocean Institute in Dana Point, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point 92629; www.ocean-institute.org; 949-496-2274. Go early to tour the Ocean Institute (separate admission charge). This special night is $75 for one or $135 for two, adults only. Make reservations with Natasha Berendzen at 949-496-2274 x 412.
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Sun, Aug 26:
4-7 pm AUSTIN HANKS & THE KALIFORNIA KINGSNAKES play the Piano Bar, 6429 Selma Av, Hollywood 90028; www.pianobarhollywood.com; 323-466-2750.
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Sun, Aug 26:
4-7 pm weekly “TRADITIONAL IRISH SESSION” at the Auld Dubliner, 71 Pine Av, Long Beach; 562-437-8300; www.aulddubliner.com.
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Sun, Aug 26:
5 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “WEST L.A. HOOT & POTLUCK” in West L.A. 90025. Info and location at www.songmakers.org or email WestLAHoot@Songmakers.org.
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Sun, Aug 26, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
5:30-9 pm “GRAND OLE ECHO” showcase brings DRUNK ON CRUTCHES, RICH MCCULLEY, & KIP BOARDMAN on the main indoor stage, plus the delightful DAFNI and MIKE FREAS playing on the back porch “stage,” at The Echo, 1822 Sunset Bl, Echo Park; 213-413-8200. www.attheecho.com. Always a full lineup of folk-Americana, western swing, honky-tonk, and/or alt-country recording artists. Show and series info, www.thegrandoleecho.bandzoogle.com/fr_home.cfm. All ages, full bar, BBQ available, no cover.
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Sun, Aug 26:
5:30-8 pm “CRAWFISH BOIL” with THE MUDBUG BRASS BAND on the patio at The Foundry on Melrose, 7465 Melrose Av, L.A. 90046; www.thefoundryonmelrose.com.
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Sun, Aug 26:
6-9 pm JOE SAND CAJUN ZYDECO BAND plays the “LOUISIANA SUNDAYS” zydeco dance series at the Golden Sails Hotel, PCH Club, 6285 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach 90803. Info, www.LouisianaDanceLA.com, or call dance instructor Karen, 562-708-8946. $10 at the door.
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Sun, Aug 26, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK,” on the radio:
6-8 pm “FOLKSCENE,” the long-running show hosted by ROZ LARMAN, always features a recorded performance-interview. It’s on broadcast radio KPFK at 90.7 FM, and on the web at www.kpfk.org. If you miss it, no fear: catch it for the next two weeks at http://archive.kpfk.org.
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Sun, Aug 26, in Claremont:
6:30 pm monthly “OPEN MIC” at the Folk Music Center, 220 Yale Av, Claremont 91711; 909-624- 2928. Signups at 6 pm.
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Sun, Aug 26, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm GEOFF MULDAUR with JIM KWESKIN & SUZY THOMPSON is an all-star night at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-828-4497. This will sell-out early, so hop right on it. Tix, $22.50.
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Sun, Aug 26, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm BROTHER SUN at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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“What happens when you unite three of the best male singers in the folk realm who already revel in harmony singing? Brother Sun.” says Rich Warren, longtime host of WMFT Chicago’s Nationally Syndicated Folk Radio Show “The Midnight Special.”
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BROTHER SUN – aka Joe Jencks, Greg Greenway and Pat Wictor – have made their mark as veteran touring singer-songwriters, but this is not a songwriter's round. Warren continues, “While numerous delightful female trios harmonize, few men bond that way these days (unlike the days of the folk revival when they were the norm). Added to great voices, energy and sincerity are worthy compositions in three distinct styles that bring to mind a modern day gospel." Fusing folk, Americana, blues, pop, jazz, rock, and a cappella singing, Brother Sun is musical diversity and harmony, in the male singing tradition, three rich voices blending on a well-crafted foundation of guitar, slide guitar, and piano.
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Sun, Aug 26, in south OC, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
Time tba “AN EVENING WITH ERIC JOHNSON” at The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano; 949-496-8927; www.thecoachhouse.com.
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Sun, Aug 26:
8 pm AARON WHITE plays Villains Tavern 1356 Palmetto St, downtown L.A.; www.villainstavern.com; 213-613-0766. The place is “a steampunk bar.”
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Sun, Aug 26:
8:30 pm TERESA JAMES & THE RHYTHM TRAMPS play Café Cordiale, 1415 Ventura Bl, Sherman Oaks 91423. Artist info, www.teresajames.com. No cover.
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Sun, Aug 26:
11 pm BROTHER SAL brings his “WHOREHOUSE GOSPEL” to the Piano Bar, 6429 Selma Av, Hollywood 90028; www.pianobarhollywood.com; 323-466-2750. Artist info, http://thebrothersal.com.
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Sun, Aug 26:
11 pm weekly late-night “ACOUSTIC CORDIALE” at 14 Below, 1348 14th St, Santa Monica 90404; 310-451-5040.
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Monday August 27
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Mon, Aug 27, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm TOM SAUBER & PATRICK SAUBER, L.A.’s best father & son roots music duo, fills-in tonight for THE BROMBIES who are traveling and missing their weekly bluegrass residency at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506; 818-515-4444. Venue has full bar, serves Mexican food. Free parking across the street at Pickwick Bowl (same owners). No cover.
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Mon, Aug 27:
7:30 pm weekly “OPEN MIC” at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood 91607; 818-766-9913. Sign-ups at 7 pm. Officially, it’s no cover, but venue expects a donation. Watch on the web if you can’t go, at www.kulakswoodshed.com.
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Mon, Aug 27:
8 pm weekly “IRISH CéILí DANCE & IRISH MUSIC SESSION” at the Celtic Arts Center’s shared location at Theatre Unlimited, 10943 Camarillo St, North Hollywood 91602; 818-760-8322; www.celticartscenter.com.
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Dancing at 8, music jam session at 9. No cover, donations appreciated. Always fun and a wonderful place to meet people who are into the Celtic scene.
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Mon, Aug 27:
CANCELLED: 8 pm weekly “BLUE MONDAY JAM” with the BERNIE PEARL BLUES BAND no longer happens at the Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center, Leimert Park, 4305 Degnan Bl, Los Angeles 90008. Fun while it lasted!
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Mon, Aug 27:
8:30 pm THE HOT CLUB plays their every-Monday residency at the Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Bl (between Washington & Venice), Culver City 90230; 310-390-1328; www.thecinemabar.com; www.myspace.com/thecinemabar; music series hotline 310-250-1317. Venue is 21+, the size of a shoebox, and known as “the world’s smallest honky-tonk.” Barstool seating is competitive. No cover, bring $ for artists’ tip jar.
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Tuesday August 28
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Tue, Aug 28:
5:30-8:30 pm monthly “COMMUNITY FOLK MUSIC JAM” at the Barbara J. Riley Senior and Community Center, 7810 Quill D, Downey 90242. Bring your dulcimers or other acoustic instruments and voices and join in. Bea & Jim Romano lead a traditional folk music jam, and tell us, “Actually, any music style goes.” Info, 562-861-7049; www.Celticana.net. Runs 4th Tuesday, every month. Free.
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Tue, Aug 28, in T.O.:
6 pm monthly “THOUSAND OAKS SONG CIRCLE” at the Greenhouse Café, 652 Janss Rd, Thousand Oaks 91360.
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Tue, Aug 28, in Ventura:
6-9:30 pm twice-monthly “ACOUSTIC JAM” at Zoey’s, 185 E Santa Clara St, Ventura. Info, email Gene Rubin at generubinaudio@earthlink.net. Runs 2nd and 4th Tuesday every month.
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Tue, Aug 28, in San Diego:
6:30 pm monthly “BLUEGRASS NIGHT” sponsored by the San Diego Bluegrass Association at Boll Weevil Restaurant, 7080 Miramar Rd, San Diego 92117.
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Tue, Aug 28:
7 pm HOTSY TOTSY plays 1920s-style music at Library Park, 321 S. Myrtle Av, Monrovia. Free. (Check before you go. This is unverified.)
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Tue, Aug 28:
7 pm weekly “SONGWRITERS SERENADE” brings a different line-up each week of recording artists playing acoustic sets, plus performing host JC HYKE, at Matt Denny's Ale House Restaurant & Bar, 145 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91006. Venue is a restaurant, serves alcohol. All ages. No cover.
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Tue, Aug 28:
7 pm weekly “BLUEGRASS SOUP JAM” at Convert-A-Tape, 2420 Gundry Av, Signal Hill 90755.
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Tue, Aug 28, film & live music performance, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm DANIEL HO, Hawai’ian music legend, performs prior to the screening of “MY KOALOHA STORY,” the latest in the “REEL TO REAL” series at the Grammy Museum’s Clive Davis Sound Stage, 800 W Olympic Bl, L.A. 90015; 213-765-6803; www.grammymuseum.org.
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Traditionally a Hawai’ian instrument, the 4-string guitar-like ukulele has found a niche in popular music and has been embraced by the mainstream of folk-Americana. Its unique sound can impart an instant island tone to any piece of music.
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“My KoAloha Story” follows KoAloha Ukulele owner ALVIN OKAMI and his journey into the craft. Alvin and his ohana – Hawai’iain for “family” – have been dedicated to crafting the highest quality ukes for going on two decades. Their story goes beyond that, into music and family and how a small instrument can change lives and bring people together. ALAN joins ALVIN, two members of the OKAMI KoAloha ohana at this evening event.
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Before the program, guests are welcome to DANIEL HO and ALAN OKAMI for a one-hour workshop titled “UKULELE 101” at 5 pm. It’s an informal class, a fun and educational opportunity to learn more about the beloved little ukulele. Done in Hawai’ian “talk story” style, both Danial and Alan share their love for, and knowledge of, this special instrument. You are welcome to bring your uke to learn to strum along, though you can attend without one.
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Presented by American Express, and AmEx ticket purchasers will receive a special gift. All proceeds benefit the GRAMMY Museum. More info, 213-765-6803. Tix are $10 advance, available only by AmEx card until August 15; check with venue for price and availability at door.
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Tue, Aug 28:
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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Wednesday August 29
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Wed, Aug 29, in Santa Barbara:
5:30 pm weekly “THE GLENDESSARY JAM” of makers of old-time music meets every Wednesday outdoors in Alice Keck Park (summers) and indoors (winter) on Glendessary Lane, in Santa Barbara.
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Wed, Aug 29; every Wed, in Paso Robles:
6-8 pm weekly “JAM SESSION” at Matt’s Music, 617 12th St, Paso Robles; 805-237-0054, or www.mattsmusicinpaso.com. Open jam, mostly bluegrass, some folk.
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Wed, Aug 29:
6:30 pm “OPEN MIC” at the Talking Stick Coffee House, 1411 Lincoln Bl, Venice 92091.
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Wed, Aug 29:
“WILD WEST CONCERT SUMMER FINALE” and BBQ, with performances by THE SILVERADOS, professional line dancers (with instruction), and TRICK ROPER DAVE, at Temple City Park, 9701 Las Tunas Dr, Temple City. Tonight’s event is one of only two offerings that will interest Folk-Americana fans at this year’s “TEMPLE CITY WILD WEST CONCERTS IN THE PARK” series. Despite the name of the series, only tonight is western.
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The concert places the band in one of Southern Cal’s nicest bandstand gazebos, in the park adjacent to city hall and the city library. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and a picnic dinner, or buy the BBQ for $8 ($7 advance) – BBQ tix are limited, so advance purchase is advised. Info at 626-285-2171 x 2361. Free concert.
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Wed, Aug 29, in San Diego, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm ELENI MANDELL and CHARLIE WADHAMS play Anthology, 1337 India St, San Diego 92101; 619-595-0300. Info on the artists, www.elenimandell.com.
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Wed, Aug 29, in San Diego:
7 pm “SAN DIEGO SONGWRITERS MEETUP” at New Expression Music, 4434 30th St, San Diego 92116; 619-280-9035.
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Wed, Aug 29, in Simi Valley:
7:30 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “SIMI VALLEY HOOT” in Simi Valley. Info and location at www.songmakers.org.
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Wed, Aug 29:
Live Entertainment, either Music or Comedy Night, at Maeve's Residuals Irish Cocktail Bar, 11042 Ventura Bl, Studio City 91604. Check their schedule at www.maevesresiduals.com.
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Wed, Aug 29:
8 pm weekly “GUITAROLOGY” showcase at Bar Melody and Grill, 9132 S Sepulveda Bl, Los Angeles 90045; 310-670-1994.
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Wed, Aug 29:
9 pm HAPA plays Saint Rocke, 142 Pacific Coast Hwy, Hermosa Beach 90254; 310-372-0035.
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Wed, Aug 29:
9 pm weekly “ACOUSTIC CORDIALE” showcase at Café Cordiale, 14015 Ventura Bl, Sherman Oaks 91423; 818-789-1985.
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Thursday August 30
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Thu-Sun, Aug 30-Sep 2, FESTIVAL, near Yosemite
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
5 pm “STRAWBERRY MUSIC FESTIVAL” returns for its biannual fall edition, with JIMMY LaFAVE, K.D. LANG & THE SISS BOOM BANG, ELIZA GILKYSON & SLAID CLEAVES, MARLEY'S GHOST, HOT RIZE, JOHN HIATT & THE COMBO, SARAH LEE GUTHRIE & JOHNNY IRION, THE TRISHA'SHALEN, MORRISON & ELI WEST, BIRDS OF CHICAGO, LANGHORNE SLIM, HOOTS & HELLMOUTH, JELLY BREAD, THE HONEYCUTTERS, BAND OF HEATHENS, RITA HOSKING & COUSIN JACK, THE NAVIGATORS, THE PIMPS OF JOYTIME, "WALKING WOODY'S ROAD" with JIMMY LaFAVE, GREENSKY BLUEGRASS, O'BRIEN PARTY OF 7, and more, at Camp Mather, 35250 Mather Rd, Groveland 95321; 209-379-2284.
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Thursday’s
CONCERTS, CLUB GIGS, SHOWCASES, OPEN MICS, & more…
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Thu, Aug 30, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
4-7 pm WHEN PIGS FLY plays the weekly “South Pasadena Farmers Market,” at Mission St at Meridian, South Pasadena; http://southpasadenafarmersmarket.org. You can ride the Metro Gold Line Light Rail to Mission Station and you’re right there. Band info, www.whenpigsflymusic.com.
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Catch some of WHEN PIGS FLY then walk to the other stage at 1115 El Centro St to catch the 5-6:30 pm performance by Grammy-noms LISA HALEY & THE ZYDECATS. All free.
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Thu, Aug 30, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
5-6:30 pm 2nd annual “END OF SUMMER CONCERT CELEBRATION” brings LISA HALEY & THE ZYDECATS, Grammy-nominated Cajun-Zydeco Band, playing outside the Library Community Room adjacent to the weekly “South Pasadena Farmers Market,” on the stage at 1115 El Centro St, South Pasadena. You can ride the Metro Gold Line Light Rail to Mission Station and you’re right there, at the other end of the market; stroll through to the stage on this end.
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Blue Fiddle Records recording artist LISA HALEY combines multi-faceted genres of Americana, Cajun-Zydeco, Irish-Celtic, World-Pop, Folk-Bluegrass, Blues and Jazz. She has worked with multi-Grammy winner-producer KEBMO' and Grammy winners QUEEN IDA, BRIAN SETZER, RANDY NEWMAN, LYLE LOVETT and TAJ MAHAL. Lisa's strong vocals and Louisiana-rooted family songs and stories convey shared human emotion and a cultural journey transforming over time.
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LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS new video, “Chicken Fiddler,” has over 555,000 YouTube views! They’re always exciting, whether you dance or just listen, and they are among the few bands that mixes plenty of Cajun fiddle music with zydeco.
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Bring a beach chair or blanket and a couple reusable bags for your food purchases. Come early to catch some of the set by WHEN PIGS FLY on the Mission & Meridian stage and hit the Farmer's Market to grab some good farm-fresh food. Or just enjoy the dulcimer-driven WHEN PIGS FLY and the Cajun-zydeco sounds of fiddle-and-accordion-driven LISA HALEY & THE ZYDECATS. Sponsored by The South Pasadena Arts Council (SPARC), in partnership with the South Pasadena Public Library and Friends of the Library. (Groups you should know about.) Free.
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Thu, Aug 30:
5 pm KEN O'MALLEY plays his weekly solo show of authentic and original Irish music at The Auld Dubliner, 71 S Pine Av, Long Beach 90802; www.aulddubliner.com.
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Thu, Aug 30:
6-9 pm BARRY “BIG B” BRENNER plays his weekly blues residency at Firefly Bistro, 1009 El Centro St, South Pasadena; 626-441-2443; www.eatatfirefly.com.
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Thu, Aug 30:
6 pm “THURSDAY NIGHT SOFA JAM” at Westwood Music, 1627 Westwood Bl, Los Angeles 90024; 310-478-4251.
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Thu, Aug 30, in OC:
6:15 pm weekly “FOUNTAIN VALLEY BLUEGRASS JAM” at Orange County Archery, 18792 Brookhurst St, Fountain Valley 92708.
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Thu, Aug 30, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7-10 pm “NEW ORLEANS’ OWN’ HOT 8 BRASS BAND plus THE GUMBO BROTHERS play the season’s closing show for the 28th Annual “Santa Monica Pier Twilight Dance Series” on Santa Monica Pier, W off Ocean Av (at Colorado), 2 blks S of Santa Monica Bl, Santa Monica; 310-458-8901 or 310-396-0799; www.twilightdance.org. or www.twilightseries.org. Different show, 7-10 pm every Thu, late Jun to late Aug. Costly nearby parking - walk, bike or take the MTA (www.mta.net) or Big Blue Bus (www.bigbluebus.com) or call 310-451-5444 for bus info. Bike valet starts at 6:30 pm on concert nights, offering safe parking for thousands of bikes. Pier is wheelchair accessible. Bring your lawn chair or blanket. If you want to avoid the crowd and hear but not see, you can sit on the beach under the pier. Free, wherever you sit (or stand).
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Thu, Aug 30, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm monthly AMERICANA MUSIC CIRCLE” brings performances by JOHNNY TOWNSEND, TED RUSSELL KAMP, and performing host Lauren Adams with her LAUREN ADAMS BAND, featuring DEBRA DOBKIN, HANK VANSICKLE, NICK KIRGO & DAVE FRASER, at Genghis Cohen, 740 N Fairfax Av, Los Angeles 90046.
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JOHNNY TOWNSEND, www.johntown.com, during his long and prolific music career, has appeared on stage with a multitude of music icons. They include JIMI HENDRIX, THE DOOBIE BROTHERS, LOGGINS AND MESSINA, JIMMY BUFFETT, LITTLE FEAT, FLEETWOOD MAC, THE LITTLE RIVER BAND, and a host of Southern Rock artists including THE ALLMAN BROTHERS BAND, THE MARSHALL TUCKER BAND, CHARLIE DANIELS, DICKEY BETTS GREAT SOUTHERN, SEA LEAVELL, and THE DIXIE DREGGS. During and after his days with THE SANFORD/TOWNSEND BAND, Johnny was an in-demand studio vocalist and songwriter working with a background vocal trio of himself, MICHAEL McDONALD & Jackson Browne vocalist ROSEMARY BUTLER. The trio's voices appeared on dozens of music albums during the ’70s and ’80s. Many of those were gold and platinum efforts. Johnny also co-wrote songs on gold and platinum albums with LOGGINS & MESSINA, and Kenny Loggins’ first solo record, and GREGG ALLMAN's "Just Before The Bullets Fly" album, and LARRY CARLTON's "Lightning Strikes Twice" album, and many others.
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TED RUSSELL KAMP, www.tedrussellkamp.com, has long been making good solo records around his gig as the bassist for SHOOTER JENNINGS. As a singer-songwriter-multi-instrumentalist, Kamp’s sixth solo record essentially works the same groove as his prior work, with blues, jazz and pop strains laced through a base of early ’70s country rock. The difference is that his song-smithery is simply tighter and more tuneful than before. From the jaunty barrelhouse of “Aces & Eights” to the burning blues of “Time is a Joker” and the sardonic C&W of the title track, to the sparkling jangle of “California Wildflower,” the anthemic roots rock of “God’s Little Acre” and the soulful balladry of “(Down at the) 7th Heaven,” Kamp simply knocks one ball after another out of the park. Clichés become new ideas in Kamp’s mind (dip into his song “Half Hearted” for an example). His melodies find a comforting home in his hands. Strings and horns and the singing are personable and heartfelt. “Saturated in talent and sincerity, ‘Get Back To the Land’ is nothing more than good music done right.” (Adapted from a piece by Michael Toland, April 28, 2011.)
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Show and series info at www.laurenadams.com. Venue serves Chinese food, has full bar. If you go early to eat, make sure they seat you in the music hall. $8 cover.
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Thu, Aug 30, in San Diego:
7 pm “SAN DIEGO OLD TIME FIDDLERS JAM” at New Expression Music, 4434 30th St, San Diego 92116; 619-280-9035.
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Thu, Aug 30:
7:30-11 pm DOOZY plays their weekly residency at the Culver Hotel in Culver City; www.culverhotel.com. No cover.
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Thu, Aug 30, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm ERIC BIBB’S STRING BAND with DIRK POWELL & CEDRIC WATSON, at the Skirball Cultural Center, just off the 405 atop Sepulveda Pass at 2701 N Sepulveda Bl, Los Angeles 90049; 310-440-4578.
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Thu, Aug 30, in south OC, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm HAPA and AOLANI KAEKA bring the music of Hawai’i to The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano 92675; 949-496-8927.
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Thu, Aug 30:
8 pm TED & PABLO bring their “Transcontinental Musical Express” to the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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They are Ted Falcon, mandolin and violin; Pablo Fagundes, harmonicas; Marcus Moraes - guitar; George Lacerda – percussion. Falcon hooks up with harmonica virtuoso Fagundes in a program of Brazilian and American music. Their new CD, “Ted & Pablo—Transcontinental Music Express,” recorded in Brazil, includes many original compositions as well as references to composers of both countries including Ernesto Nazareth and David Grisman.
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Falcon, an American, has dedicated himself to the study of the mandolin and choro, recording a Brazilian instrumental CD, “Memórias do Brasil,” and writing a mandolin book, “Retratos do Brasil.” He is one of the few innovators on the violin, an instrument rarely used in Brazilian popular music. He has performed with some of the biggest names of Brazilian instrumental music, including Hermeto Pascoal, Armandinho Macêdo and Hamilton de Holanda.
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Pablo Fagundes, a Brazilian, fell in love with the blues, an American style that has many fans in Brazil. Today he works to incorporate his instrument, the harmonica, in Brazilian music, developing research and giving lessons in the Escola de Choro Raphael Rabello in Brasilia. He has performed often in Europe and the United States in the past few years. In 2012, he performed at the International Festival of Harmonicas in France and with the Orquestra Sinfônica do Teatro Nacional de Brasilia. He performed the Concerton para Harmônica e Orquestra, by Heitor Villa Lobos. In Brazil, Pablo performs with Pé de Cerrado, a group dedicated to various styles of Brazilian regional music, as well as with the Quarteto Camará, a group that explores Brazilian music, jazz and blues. He has also played with the Brazilian All Stars Blues band, opening for B.B. King, and at the Mandolin Symposium in California, playing with David Grisman and Mike Marshall.
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Thu, Aug 30:
8 pm MASON SOUTH plays their every-Thursday residency at Tam O’Shanter, 2980 Los Feliz Bl, Los Feliz; www.lawrysonline.com/tam-oshanter; 323-664-0228.
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Thu, Aug 30:
8:30 pm weekly “ACOUSTIC NIGHT” at Sonny McLean's Irish Pub, 2615 Wilshire Bl, Santa Monica; 310 449-1811. Three acoustic musicians perform, 1.5 hours each.
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Thu, Aug 30:
9 pm THE ENTRANCE BAND plays their weekly residency at The Satellite Lounge, 1717 Silverlake Bl, Los Angeles 90026; www.thesatellitela.com. $10.
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Friday August 31
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Fri-Sun, Aug 31-Sep 2, FESTIVAL:
Noon-9 pm E HULA MAU brings Hula & Chant Competition, Lei Making Workshop, Slack Key Guitar Workshop, and more, to the Terrace Theater, Long Beach Performing Arts Center, 300 E Ocean Bl, Long Beach; 562-436-3661. Hours vary somewhat each day, so check listings if you’re going.
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Fri, Aug 31; Thu-Sun, Aug 30-Sep 2, FESTIVAL, near Yosemite
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
“STRAWBERRY MUSIC FESTIVAL” returns for its biannual fall edition, with JIMMY LaFAVE, K.D. LANG & THE SISS BOOM BANG, ELIZA GILKYSON & SLAID CLEAVES, MARLEY'S GHOST, HOT RIZE, JOHN HIATT & THE COMBO, SARAH LEE GUTHRIE & JOHNNY IRION, THE TRISHA'SHALEN, MORRISON & ELI WEST, BIRDS OF CHICAGO, LANGHORNE SLIM, HOOTS & HELLMOUTH, JELLY BREAD, THE HONEYCUTTERS, BAND OF HEATHENS, RITA HOSKING & COUSIN JACK, THE NAVIGATORS, THE PIMPS OF JOYTIME, "WALKING WOODY'S ROAD" with JIMMY LaFAVE, GREENSKY BLUEGRASS, O'BRIEN PARTY OF 7, and more, at Camp Mather, 35250 Mather Rd, Groveland 95321; 209-379-2284.
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Friday’s
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Fri, Aug 31:
7:30 pm “FRIDAY OPEN MIC NIGHTS” at the CTMS Center for Folk Music, the building in the park at 16953 Ventura Bl, Encino 91316; 818-817-7756.
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Fri, Aug 31, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm INGLISH & LOUISE plus openers SCHOOLCRAFT & MURRAY, make a special diversion from the headliners’ Midwest tour for one night at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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The headliners tour as a double-bill act, comprised of Central Coast-based Scruggs-style banjo player ERIN INGLISH and Colorado-based troubadour GABRIELLE LOUISE.
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Openers MICHAEL SCHOOLCRAFT & MIKE MURRAY are accomplished comedians and actors as well as musicians who write songs for people with almost no attention span.
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Fri, Aug 31:
8 pm weekly “MONROVIA STREET FAIR” includes several venues with acoustic music, some impromptu, some more formal, including the KATTYWOMPUS CONCERT and JAM with all comers – including dulcimer players – at Dollmakers Kattywompus, 412 S Myrtle Av, Monrovia 91016; 626-357-1091. Free.
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Fri, Aug 31, in OC, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8:15 pm LAVAY SMITH & HER RED HOT SKILLET LICKERS play the Orange County Great Park Dance Concourse, Sand Canyon & Marine Way, Irvine 92618; 949-724-6247.
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Fri, Aug 31, on TV:
8:30-9 pm “BLUEGRASS UNDERGROUND” features a live (taped) performance. Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings. Repeats at 2:30 am.
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Fri, Aug 31, on TV:
9-10 pm “AUSTIN CITY LIMITS” features a live (taped) performance. Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings. Repeats at 3 am.
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Fri, Aug 31, on TV:
10-11 pm “FRONT ROW CENTER” features a live (taped) performance. Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings. Repeats at 4 am.
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Egads, summer is almost over? Why, then, is it so HOT?
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Saturday September 1
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EARLY MORNING TV:
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Before we get to the festival listings, early risers should check these…
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EARLY Sat, Sep 1, on TV:
5-5:30 am “SUN STUDIO SESSIONS” features a live (taped) performance. Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings. Repeats at 2 am.
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EARLY Sat, Sep 1, on TV:
5:30-6 am “JAMMIN’ AT HIPPIE JACK’S” features a live (taped) performance. Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings.
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Sat & Sun, Sep 1 & 2, FESTIVAL, in Mammoth Lakes:
“MAMMOTH BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL” is a new event, bringing performances by JEFF SCROGGINS & COLORADO, CHRIS STUART & BACKCOUNTRY, HIGH COUNTRY, BILL EVANS BANJO, GONE TOMORROW, and possibly more, at 100 Canyon Bl, Mammoth Lakes 93546. More when we know it.
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Sat, Sep 1; Thu-Sun, Aug 30-Sep 2, FESTIVAL, near Yosemite
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
“STRAWBERRY MUSIC FESTIVAL” returns for its biannual fall edition, with JIMMY LaFAVE, K.D. LANG & THE SISS BOOM BANG, ELIZA GILKYSON & SLAID CLEAVES, MARLEY'S GHOST, HOT RIZE, JOHN HIATT & THE COMBO, SARAH LEE GUTHRIE & JOHNNY IRION, THE TRISHA'SHALEN, MORRISON & ELI WEST, BIRDS OF CHICAGO, LANGHORNE SLIM, HOOTS & HELLMOUTH, JELLY BREAD, THE HONEYCUTTERS, BAND OF HEATHENS, RITA HOSKING & COUSIN JACK, THE NAVIGATORS, THE PIMPS OF JOYTIME, "WALKING WOODY'S ROAD" with JIMMY LaFAVE, GREENSKY BLUEGRASS, O'BRIEN PARTY OF 7, and more, at Camp Mather, 35250 Mather Rd, Groveland 95321; 209-379-2284.
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Sat, Sep 1; Fri-Sun, Aug 31-Sep 2, FESTIVAL:
8 am-6 pm E HULA MAU brings Hula & Chant Competition, Lei Making Workshop, Slack Key Guitar Workshop, and more, to the Terrace Theater, Long Beach Performing Arts Center, 300 E Ocean Bl, Long Beach; 562-436-3661. Hours vary somewhat each day, so check listings if you’re going.
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Sat, Sep 1:
2 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “NORTHRIDGE SONG CIRCLE” in Northridge. Get info and location at NorthCountryHoot@Songmakers.org.
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Sat, Sep 1, in Bakersfield:
2-5 pm weekly “ACOUSTIC JAM” at Dagney's Coffee Shop in Bakersfield. “Come on down for some coffee, stir in some music, and you get a good time.” Info, contact Jeff Russinsky at 661-364-1553 or 661-324-7504.
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Sat, Sep 1:
6 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “MISSION HILLS SONG CIRCLE” in Mission Hills 91345 (SFV). Info and location at www.songmakers.org.
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Sat, Sep 1, in OC:
6 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “ORANGE COUNTY HOOT” in Mission Viejo. Info and location at www.songmakers.org.
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Sat, Sep 1, a “concert-and-a-movie” evening; a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
6:30 pm FUR DIXON & STEVE WERNER plus JULIE CHRISTENSEN perform, then a film screening of “THE LIFE AQUATIC” with STEVE ZISSOU (2004), making for an interesting house concert in West L.A. Reservations get directions from Alyssa Archambault at rsvp@panioloproductions.com.
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Sat, Sep 1:
6:30 pm monthly “SANTA MONICA TRADITIONAL FOLK MUSIC CLUB” at Sha'Arei Am, Santa Monica Synagogue, 1448 18th St, Santa Monica 90404; 310-453-4276.
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Sat, Sep 1:
6:30 pm weekly “BLUEGRASS CONCERT” at Me N Eds Pizza Parlor, 4115 Paramount Bl, Lakewood 90712; 562-421-8908.
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Sat, Sep 1, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm JOEY ABARTA, renowned young Irish music-maker of the late band CIUNAS, plays a multi-instrumental solo show the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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In August of 2009, Joey’s accomplished playing won him an “All-Ireland championship,” placing second worldwide at the Fleadh Cheoil na hEireann.
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Joey is now based in Boston, so this is a rare chance to see him perform in his old Southern Cal stomping grounds. He has spent the last ten years touring North America, Europe, and Asia, teaching and performing music on the uilleann pipes. A Los Angeles native, he first received instruction on the pipes from Dubliner Pat D’Arcy, a founding member of the Southern California Uilleann Pipers Club. Joey’s musical skills have been honed by several visits to Ireland, a year-long stint working in Japan, and continuing relationships with master pipers.
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In addition to performing solo, Joey tours with MICK MOLONEY and the group THE GREEN FIELDS OF AMERICA. While at home, he organizes the meetings of the Boston Pipers Club, teaches for Comhaltas’ Boston Music School, and organizes various traditional music concerts and events. His debut solo album is due out in October of this year.
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Sat, Sep 1, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm VAGABOND OPERA plays the FREE summer concert series at Levitt Pavilion at MacArthur Park, 2230 West 6th St, Los Angeles 90057; 213-384-5701.
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Sat, Sep 1:
7 pm weekly “RANCH PARTY” brings a lineup of Americana / alt country recording artists to the music patio adjacent to EB’s Wine Bar, in the L.A. Farmers Market complex, 6333 3rd (at Fairfax), L.A.; www.farmersmarketla.com. Plenty of places to eat are nearby, and you carry your food to the stage seating. Show and series info, www.reverbnation.com/venue/ranchpartycountrynight. No cover.
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Sat, Sep 1:
7:30 pm “MAHALO BASH CONCERT” is a Hawai’ian themed show with WILLIE K and THE KALAMA BROTHERS at the Terrace Theater, Long Beach Performing Arts Center, 300 E Ocean Bl, Long Beach; 562-436-3661.
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Sat, Sep 1:
7:30 pm GRATEFUL DUDES BLUEGRASS play their longtime weekly residency a.t Vincenzo's Pizza, 24500 Lyons Av, Newhall 91350. Some VERY prominent guests have been known to sit-in..
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Sat, Sep 1; a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm STEVE MARTIN & THE STEEP CANYON RANGERS at the Pantages Theatre, 6233 Hollywood Bl (at Argyle St), Hollywood 90028; 213-480-3232; www.broadwayla.org; info hotline 323-468-1770; tix 800-982-ARTS. Get tix early, they’re on sale now, and it’ll sell-out.
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Sat, Sep 1:
8 pm KD LANG & THE SIS BOOM BANG at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center , 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $100, $85, $80.
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Sat, Sep 1:
8-10 pm “ERNEST TROOST’S JUKE JOINT GANG” monthly showcase brings a showcase of recording artists, playing acoustic, and L.A.’s resident Piedmont Blues specialist, award-winning songwriter and performing host ERNEST TROOST, at The Talking Stick, 1411c Lincoln Bl, Venice 92091; www.thetalkingstick.net; 310-450-6052. This is reliably a fine night of talented songwriters. Venue serves tasty coffeehouse fare.
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Sat, Sep 1, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
LAUREN ADAMS plays “Julie’s Joint” House Concerts in the SFV. Reservations get directions at juliesjoint@johnzipperer.com.
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The Guide has high regard for LAUREN ADAMS. Here are some excerpts from the Guide’s review in our News Features edition of July 27, 2012:
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“Lauren’s song ‘Thirsty,’ title track to one of her albums, evokes lost country & western, from a time before Nashville lost the western part and turned it all into dysfunctional relationship, red-state-trailer-park rock.
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“Lauren found a Michigander in the crowd to receive the dedication of her song, “Henry from Saginaw Michigan.” It’s a solid honkytonker that should have ’em dancin’ at the Cowboy Palace.
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“… Be sure to catch LAUREN ADAMS when she performs in town, or at her monthly ‘Americana Song Circle’ showcase at Genghis Cohen.”
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Sat, Sep 1:
8 pm “OPEN MIC” at the Fret House, 309 N Citrus, Covina 91723; 626-339-7020. Signups at 7:30 pm.
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Sat, Sep 1:
8 pm “OPEN MIC” at the Fretted Frog Acoustic Guitar Store, 1200 N Alvarado St, Los Angeles 90026; 213-353-0734.
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Time tba STEVE TYRELL at The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano; 949-496-8927; www.thecoachhouse.com.
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Labor Day music celebrations happen today, even though the official day is tomorrow…
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Sun, Sep 2, pseudo-FESTIVAL, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
4-8 pm ‘LABOR DAY BLUES BASH” with performances by ROD PIAZZA & THE MIGHTY FLYERS, LIL A & THE ALLNIGHTERS, BRADFORD ALLEN & BLUEZ PRINTS, and more, at Happy’s Grille in Chino.
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Sun, Sep 2; Thu-Sun, Aug 30-Sep 2, FESTIVAL, near Yosemite
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
“STRAWBERRY MUSIC FESTIVAL” returns for its biannual fall edition, with JIMMY LaFAVE, K.D. LANG & THE SISS BOOM BANG, ELIZA GILKYSON & SLAID CLEAVES, MARLEY'S GHOST, HOT RIZE, JOHN HIATT & THE COMBO, SARAH LEE GUTHRIE & JOHNNY IRION, THE TRISHA'SHALEN, MORRISON & ELI WEST, BIRDS OF CHICAGO, LANGHORNE SLIM, HOOTS & HELLMOUTH, JELLY BREAD, THE HONEYCUTTERS, BAND OF HEATHENS, RITA HOSKING & COUSIN JACK, THE NAVIGATORS, THE PIMPS OF JOYTIME, "WALKING WOODY'S ROAD" with JIMMY LaFAVE, GREENSKY BLUEGRASS, O'BRIEN PARTY OF 7, and more, at Camp Mather, 35250 Mather Rd, Groveland 95321; 209-379-2284.
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Sun, Sep 2; Sat & Sun, Sep 1 & 2, FESTIVAL, in Mammoth Lakes:
“MAMMOTH BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL” is a new event, bringing performances by JEFF SCROGGINS & COLORADO, CHRIS STUART & BACKCOUNTRY, HIGH COUNTRY, BILL EVANS BANJO, GONE TOMORROW, and possibly more, at 100 Canyon Bl, Mammoth Lakes 93546. More when we know it.
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Sun, Sep 2; Fri-Sun, Aug 31-Sep 2, FESTIVAL:
10 am-6 pm E HULA MAU brings Hula & Chant Competition, Lei Making Workshop, Slack Key Guitar Workshop, and more, to the Terrace Theater, Long Beach Performing Arts Center, 300 E Ocean Bl, Long Beach; 562-436-3661. Hours vary somewhat each day, so check listings if you’re going.
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Sunday’s
CONCERTS, CLUB GIGS, SHOWCASES, OPEN MICS, & more…
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Sun, Sep 2:
10 am weekly “BLUEGRASS BRUNCH” at Urban Solace, 3823 30th St, San Diego 92104; 619-295-6464.
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Sun, Sep 2:
11 am-4 pm monthly “BLUEGRASS BRUNCH” with MURPHY’S FLAW and the VERDUGO CITY STRING BAND, at Jones Coffee Roasters, 693 S Raymond Av, Pasadena. Plus. Extra cuisine available from the Border Grill Food Truck, in the parking lot. It’s the Verdugo City String Band, from 11 am-1 pm, followed by Murphy's Flaw from 2 to 4 pm. Expect good humor and stage banter along with your coffeehouse drinks, scones and quesadillas. Free, but support the venue with a purchase of some kind.
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Sun, Sep 2:
11 am-2 pm weekly “BLUES BRUNCH” with BARRY “BIG B” BRENNER at Firefly Bistro, 1009 El Centro St, South Pasadena; 626-441-2443; www.eatatfirefly.com.
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Sun, Sep 2:
11 am EARTHWORM ENSEMBLE plays the Kid’s Concert series at the Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum, 1419 N Topanga Canyon Bl, Topanga 90290; 310-455-3723.
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Sun, Sep 2:
Noon monthly “OLD-TIME MUSIC JAM” at the CTMS Center for Folk Music, the building in the park at 16953 Ventura Bl, Encino 91316; 818-817-7756.
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Sun, Sep 2:
2 pm monthly “KLEZMER JAM SESSION & YIDDISH DANCE” at the Talking Stick Coffee House, 1411 Lincoln Bl, Venice 92091.
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Sun, Sep 2:
2:30-7 pm JOHNNY MASTRO & MAMA’S BOYS play their every-Sunday residency at Bliss 525, 525 E Broadway, Long Beach 90802; www.bliss525.com; 562-495-7252. Band info, www.johnnymastro.com.
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Sun, Sep 2:
3-10 pm weekly “EVERYTHING UNDER THE SUNDAY” show brings performers tba to Villains Tavern, 1356 Palmetto St, downtown L.A.; www.villainstavern.com; 213-613-0766. The place is “a steampunk bar.
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Sun, Sep 2:
4-7 pm SLIGO RAGS plays OC's most authentic Irish Pub, Harp Inn Irish Pub, 130 E 17th St, Costa Mesa 92627; 949 646-8855.
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Sun, Sep 2:
4-7 pm weekly “TRADITIONAL IRISH SESSION” at the Auld Dubliner, 71 Pine Av, Long Beach; 562-437-8300; www.aulddubliner.com.
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Sun, Sep 2, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
5:30-9 pm “GRAND OLE ECHO” showcase brings a full lineup of folk-Americana, western swing, honky-tonk, and/or alt-country recording artists at The Echo, 1822 Sunset Bl, Echo Park; 213-413-8200. www.attheecho.com. Show and series info, www.thegrandoleecho.bandzoogle.com/fr_home.cfm. All ages, full bar, BBQ available, no cover.
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Sun, Sep 2:
6 pm “SONG CIRCLE” at Fun-do-mental Music, 1489 E Thousand Oaks Bl, Suite C, Thousand Oaks 91362; 805-778-1000.
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Sun, Sep 2, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK,” on the radio:
6-8 pm “FOLKSCENE,” the long-running show hosted by ROZ LARMAN, always features a recorded performance-interview. It’s on broadcast radio KPFK at 90.7 FM, and on the web at www.kpfk.org. If you miss it, no fear: catch it for the next two weeks at http://archive.kpfk.org.
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Sun, Sep 2, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm SLUGGER O’TOOLE at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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This outfit delivers a great show of music, comedy, pickin’, grinnin’ and folky nostagia. The mighty men of SLUGGER O’ TOOLE share their passion for the music of Ireland and the Celtic Nations by concocting a heady brew of foot-stomping pub songs, heart-rending ballads and deft instrumentals. With traditional instrumentation including button accordion, mandolin, bodhran, pennywhistle, flute and guitars, the band thrills audiences with renditions of the Irish classics that are true to the Celtic core.
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The band’s love of entertaining audiences and blue-collar work ethic has led the L.A. Weekly to proclaim them Southern California’s “hardest-working Irish band”. They leave you feeling as if you’ve visited a pub in Dublin with your closest friends. Members and who plays what are JOHNNY McKENNA on vocals, button accordian & bodhran; DAN HARPER on vocals & guitar; MATT FOYER on vocals, pennywhistle, flute & mandolin; PATRICK RIEGER on vocals, guitar & bodhran; and TIM McNAMARA on vocals & bass.
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Sun, Sep 2:
7 pm DELHI 2 DUBLIN plays the FREE summer concert series at the Levitt Pavilion at MacArthur Park, 2230 W 6th St, Los Angeles 90057; 213-384-5701.
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Sun, Sep 2, in Santa Barbara:
8 pm HAPA plays the SOHo Restaurant & Music Club, 1221 State St, Santa Barbara 93101; 805-962 7776.
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Sun, Sep 2:
11 pm weekly late-night “ACOUSTIC CORDIALE” at 14 Below, 1348 14th St, Santa Monica 90404; 310-451-5040.
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Monday September 3
Happy LABOR DAY
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Mon-Fri, Sep 3-7, in the High Sierra:
Top award-winning western singer-songwriter DAVE STAMEY leads his annual “BACK COUNTRY PACK TRIP” with spectacular scenery, good camaraderie, and Dave’s delightful guitar mastery and original and classic songs, poems and stories about the mountains and the west, oh, and good grub around the campfire every night. Info, www.mammothpack.com.
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Mon, Sep 3, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
2 pm “THE WOODY SHOW: A SPECIAL TRIBUTE TO LEGENDARY FOLK ARTIST WOODY GUTHRIE,” at the Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum, 1419 N Topanga Canyon Bl, Topanga 90290; 310-455-3723.
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Mon, Sep 3, in Bakersfield:
6-9 pm monthly “ACOUSTIC JAM” at Rusty's Pizza, 5430 Olive Dr (in the Vons center), Bakersfield. Come on down and bring a couple of songs. Info, contact Kelvin Gregory, kelvin@gregspetro.com or 661-392-7973 (home) or 661-428-7044 (cell). Runs first Monday, every month.
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Mon, Sep 3, in Camarillo:
6:30 pm “ATRIA LOS POSAS SENIOR RESIDENCE SONG CIRCLE” in Camarillo 93010. Info and location at www.songmakers.org.
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Mon, Sep 3:
7:30 pm THE BROMBIES play their weekly bluegrass residency at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506; 818-515-4444. Venue has full bar, serves Mexican food. Free parking across the street at Pickwick Bowl (same owners). No cover.
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Mon, Sep 3, in Culver City:
7:30 pm-’til dawn “THE NEW WESTSIDE JAM” at Industry Cafe & Jazz, 6039 Washington Bl, Culver City 90232. Info, Jeff Fleck, 310 390-4391 or jfleck47@ca.rr.com. Runs 1st Monday every month.
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Mon, Sep 3, in Ventura:
7:30 pm “ACOUSTIC OPEN MIC” at Zoey's Café, 451 E Main St, Ventura 93001; www.zoeyscafe.com; 805-652-0091.
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Mon, Sep 3:
7:30 pm weekly “OPEN MIC” at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood 91607; 818-766-9913. Sign-ups at 7 pm. Officially, it’s no cover, but venue expects a donation. Watch on the web if you can’t go, at www.kulakswoodshed.com.
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Mon, Sep 3:
Time tba SHARI PUERTO BAND brings the blues to Sagebrush Cantina, 23527 Calabasas Rd, Calabasas; 818-222-6062.
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Mon, Sep 3, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm-1:30 am monthly “RONNIE MACK'S BARNDANCE” Americana / alt country showcase with a full lineup of recording artists, plus the all-star BARNDANCE BAND, at Joe's Great American Bar & Grill, 4311 W. Magnolia Bl, Burbank 91505; 818-729-0805.
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The Barndance Band opens the night, and plays again before the jam. In between are the featured guests. Check Ronnie's site for confirmation of start time, late additions to the lineup, and more details, at www.electricearl.com/BDance.html. FREE admission.
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Mon, Sep 3:
8 pm weekly “IRISH CéILí DANCE & IRISH MUSIC SESSION” at the Celtic Arts Center’s shared location at Theatre Unlimited, 10943 Camarillo St, North Hollywood 91602; 818-760-8322; www.celticartscenter.com.
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Dancing at 8, music jam session at 9. No cover, donations appreciated. Always fun and a wonderful place to meet people who are into the Celtic scene.
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Mon, Sep 3:
CANCELLED: 8 pm weekly “BLUE MONDAY JAM” with the BERNIE PEARL BLUES BAND no longer happens at the Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center, Leimert Park, 4305 Degnan Bl, Los Angeles 90008. Fun while it lasted!
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Mon, Sep 3:
8:30 pm THE HOT CLUB plays their every-Monday residency at the Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Bl (between Washington & Venice), Culver City 90230; 310-390-1328; www.thecinemabar.com; www.myspace.com/thecinemabar; music series hotline 310-250-1317. Venue is 21+, the size of a shoebox, and known as “the world’s smallest honky-tonk.” Barstool seating is competitive. No cover, bring $ for artists’ tip jar.
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FARTHER AHEAD –
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SEPTEMBER and Beyond…
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Tue, Sep 4:
7-9 pm monthly “DOWNEY DULCI-DIDDLES HAMMERED DULCIMER PRACTICE GROUP” welcomes all levels for casual music playing, practicing, and sharing tunes. Info and location from Bea Romano, at www.Celticana.net.
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Tue, Sep 4, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm JOHN HIATT plays Sainte Rocke, 142 Pacific Coast Highway, Hermosa Beach; 310-372-0035.
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Wed, Sep 5, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm B. B. KING plus THE TEDESCHI TRUCKS BAND for an end-of-the-summer all-star night at the Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Av, Hollywood; 232-850-2000. It’ll likely all be electric, and really, really good.
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Wed Sep 5, in San Luis Obispo:
8:15 pm JOHN BATDORF at The Upper Crust Trattoria, San Luis Obispo
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Thu, Sep 6, WORKSHOP, an “EVENT-of-the-WEEK for ARTISTS:”
6 pm JAMIE LAVAL, U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Champion, does a WORKSHOP FOR ARTISTS before his concert of Celtic music and stories at the California Traditional Music Society’s Center for Folk Music, the building in Encino Community Park, 16953 Ventura Bl, Encino 91316; 818-817-7756; www.ctmsfolkmusic.org.
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See the 7:30 pm concert write-up to learn about Jamie’s many impressive credits.
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Thu, Sep 6, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm JAMIE LAVAL, U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Champion, plays a concert of Celtic music and stories at the California Traditional Music Society’s Center for Folk Music, the building in Encino Community Park, 16953 Ventura Bl, Encino 91316; 818-817-7756; www.ctmsfolkmusic.org.
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Jamie’s newest CD recently won "Best World Traditional Album" in the Independent Music Awards' Vox Populi,
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Scottish fiddler JAMIE LAVAL, joined by Irish-style guitarist/multi-instrumentalist ZAC LEGER, performs one of his two L.A.-area concerts on this tour, each bringing progressive acoustic music. It’s fiddle accompanied by rhythmic foot percussion and engaging stories about the history of Celtic music. Laval creates rapt audiences with his passionate performances of traditional Celtic music rendered with the superlative tone and depth of expressivity, formerly associated with classical virtuosi. Winner of the U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Championship in 2002, Jamie has appeared on the NBC Today Show, played on DAVE MATHEW's "Some Devil" album and has performed for Her Majesty the Queen. Jamie's recent album, “Murmurs and Drones,” won “Best World Traditional Album” in the 2012 Independent Music Awards Vox Populi. There’s more at www.JamieLaval.com.
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Check this out, from the “Celtic Roots Festival” at Emory University, with Jamie Laval on fiddle, EJ Jones on bagpipes, David Brown on guitar, and Rosalind Buda on bassoon. Shot April 27, 2012, it’s a traditional Scottish strathspey and reels: www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=a8tdBBA56_Q#! (it comes up with links to 21 of Jamie’s performance videos).
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Tix are $10, $15, $20, and are available in advance at www.eventbrite.com/event/4003691148.
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Thu, Sep 6, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm RICHARD SMITH & JULIE ADAMS, the renowned guitar and cello duo, return to the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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Richard and Julie’s ever changing repertoire includes a wide variety of music from Scott Joplin Rags, Sousa marches, Mozart, fiddle tunes, standards, Chet Atkins and Jerry Reed tunes, Django Reinhardt gypsy jazz, Bach, Beatles tunes, pop tunes, Chopin, originals, lightning fast barn-burners to beautiful ballads. This promises to be an outstanding blend of virtuoso musicianship and vocals. Richard’s flawless technique and Julie’s lyrical style and luscious tone, will have your toes tapping, melt your heartstrings, and have your jaw hanging open.
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Fri, Sep 7; a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm CROSBY, STILLS & NASH at the Greek Theater in L.A. Get tix early, it’ll sell-out.
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Fri, Sep 7, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm JAMIE LAVAL, U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Champion, plays a concert of Celtic music and stories at Ghengis Cohen, 740 N Fairfax Av, Los Angeles; 323-653-0640.
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Jamie’s newest CD recently won "Best World Traditional Album" in the Independent Music Awards' Vox Populi,
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Scottish fiddler JAMIE LAVAL, joined by Irish-style guitarist/multi-instrumentalist ZAC LEGER, performs one of his two L.A.-area concerts on this tour, each bringing progressive acoustic music. It’s fiddle accompanied by rhythmic foot percussion and engaging stories about the history of Celtic music. Laval creates rapt audiences with his passionate performances of traditional Celtic music rendered with the superlative tone and depth of expressivity, formerly associated with classical virtuosi. Winner of the U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Championship in 2002, Jamie has appeared on the NBC Today Show, played on DAVE MATHEW's "Some Devil" album and has performed for Her Majesty the Queen. Jamie's recent album, “Murmurs and Drones,” won “Best World Traditional Album” in the 2012 Independent Music Awards Vox Populi. There’s more at www.JamieLaval.com.
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Venue serves Chinese food and has a full bar. If you go early to eat, be sure they seat you in the music room.
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Check this out, from the “Celtic Roots Festival” at Emory University, with Jamie Laval on fiddle, EJ Jones on bagpipes, David Brown on guitar, and Rosalind Buda on bassoon. Shot April 27, 2012, it’s a traditional Scottish strathspey and reels: www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=a8tdBBA56_Q#! (it comes up with links to 21 of Jamie’s performance videos).
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Tix are $12, and are available in advance at www.ticketweb.com/t3/sale/SaleEventDetail?dispatch=loadSelectionData&eventId=4813155.
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Fri, Sep 7:
8 pm MARK LEMAIRE & TWILIGHT at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”). Tix, $20.
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Fri, Sep 7, in OC, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm JOHN HIATT & THE COMBO play The Coach House, Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano; 949-496-8930.
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Fri, Sep 7, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
TRIPLE CHICKEN FOOT plus THE CROOKED JADES play The Echoplex, 1154 Glendale Bl, Echo Park; 213-413-8200. www.attheecho.com. Time tba.
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Sat & Sun, Sep 8 & 9, FESTIVAL, in OC,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
10 am-5 pm 28th annual “TOSHIBA TALL SHIPS FESTIVAL” at the Ocean Institute, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point 92629; www.ocean-institute.org; 949-496-2274. Includes sea chanteys and plenty of music. Lineup includes sea chantey specialist BILL DEMPSEY, plus LOONEY’S FORTUNE (Sunday, 10:45 am), and THREE TIMES THROUGH (Sunday, 12:15 and 3:30 pm) with MARGIE & GREG MIRKEN, back for a special performance with JEFF PEACH on hammered dulcimer and GALE PEACH on fiddle. More about that band at www.threetimesthrough.com.
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Register early to select your tall ship for one of the “Cannon Battle” cruises, or to ride alongside the battle for the best view on the water on an “Escort Cruise” aboard the R/V Sea Explorer. Seven “tall ship” sailing vessels are scheduled to participate. (Dockside ship tours end at 3:30 each day to allow time to put to sea.) Check-out the fun on land and aboard docked vessels with a “Pirate Adventure Pass” admission ticket, and add-on passage for a sea battle. Check the Ocean Institute site for some details, and check www.tallshipsfestival.com for multi-venue festival info.
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Sat, Sep 8, FESTIVAL, in Northern Cal:
Annual “CRAWFISH & CATFISH FESTIVAL” with THE GUMBO BAND, Z.O.O.M., BLUES BOX, ZYDECO FLAMES, FUNKY GATORS, TEBO & FRIENDS, down-home Louisiana Blues, Beau Funk, and more, at Rio Ramaza Marina, 10000 Garden Hwy, Sacramento 95837. Lots of savory foods, including crawfish, catfish, shrimp, alligator, oysters, BBQ, tri-tip, gumbo, etouffee, po boys, more. Dance lessons, kids activities and shopping. Bring lawn chairs and dancing shoes. No outside food.
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Sat, Sep 8, in OC:
Noon-3 pm “MO’s COMMUNITY JAM” co-sponsored by Southern California Dulcimer Heritage and The Living Tradition, at Mo’s Fullerton Music, 121 N Harbor Bl, Fullerton 92832. Info at 714-267-4567. All acoustic instruments welcome. Free.
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Sat, Sep 8, in Santa Ynez:
3-6 pm PETER FELDMANN & FRIENDS play the “5th Annual Hidden Gems of California Tasting Competition” and auction of hand crafted wines by home & boutique winemakers, in Santa Ynez, adding fine bluegrass and old time music. It’s all a benefit for “People Helping People.” Info & reservations, contact Dean Palius at: dap@syvphp.org.
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Sat, Sep 8, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm THE WALKING PHOENIXES perform “A TRIBUTE TO JOHNNY CASH & OTHER COUNTRY CLASSICS” with special guests THE RED MUTTS doing “Top Classic Rock,” at the “16th Annual Altadena Sheriffs’ Summer Concert Series” in the Amphitheater at Farnsworth Park, 568 East Mt. Curve Av, Altadena 91001; series info, 626-798-6335; www.altadenasheriffs.blogspot.com. FREE concert series.
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It’s the season’s Grand Finale, presented by Stage Door Music Productions & SSGA.
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Sat, Sep 8, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm INCENDIO returns to the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”). Tix to see them now command $20, and that should tell you something.
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Sat, Sep 8, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, in Ventura:
7:30 pm LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS play the summer-long “OLIVAS ABODE” concert series, 4200 Olivas Park Dr, Ventura 92002; www.cityofventura.net/mus. Cajun-Zydeco GRAMMY Nominees, Lisa’s new video, “Chicken Fiddler,” has over 555,000 YouTube views! They’re always exciting, whether you dance or just listen, and they are among the few bands that mixes plenty of Cajun fiddle music with zydeco.
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Sat, Sep 8, in N San Diego Co, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm JAMIE LAVAL, U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Champion, plays a concert of Celtic music and stories at The Museum of Making Music, a NAMM affiliate. 5790 Armada Dr, Carlsbad.
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Jamie’s newest CD recently won "Best World Traditional Album" in the Independent Music Awards' Vox Populi,
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Scottish fiddler JAMIE LAVAL, joined by Irish-style guitarist/multi-instrumentalist ZAC LEGER, performs one of his two L.A.-area concerts on this tour, each bringing progressive acoustic music. It’s fiddle accompanied by rhythmic foot percussion and engaging stories about the history of Celtic music. Laval creates rapt audiences with his passionate performances of traditional Celtic music rendered with the superlative tone and depth of expressivity, formerly associated with classical virtuosi. Winner of the U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Championship in 2002, Jamie has appeared on the NBC Today Show, played on DAVE MATHEW's "Some Devil" album and has performed for Her Majesty the Queen. Jamie's recent album, “Murmurs and Drones,” won “Best World Traditional Album” in the 2012 Independent Music Awards Vox Populi. There’s more at www.JamieLaval.com.
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Check this out, from the “Celtic Roots Festival” at Emory University, with Jamie Laval on fiddle, EJ Jones on bagpipes, David Brown on guitar, and Rosalind Buda on bassoon. Shot April 27, 2012, it’s a traditional Scottish strathspey and reels: www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=a8tdBBA56_Q#! (it comes up with links to 21 of Jamie’s performance videos).
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Tix, $20. Info and tickets at 877-551-9976.
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Sat, Sep 8, in Paso Robles:
8 pm JOHN BATDORF plays the Windsong Music House Concerts, Paso Robles,
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Sun, Sep 9:
3 pm MURPHY’S FLAW plays a matinee at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”). Tix, $15.
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Sun, Sep 9, in Bakersfield, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
4 pm JAMIE LAVAL, U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Champion, plays a concert of Celtic music and stories at a fundraiser for “Dress for Success Bakersfield,” a new nonprofit with the mission of getting at-risk women back into the workforce. Co-sponsored by the Kern Arts Council and the Scottish Society, and DFS, held at the home of Elaine McNearney in Bakersfield. (Reservations get directions.)
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Jamie’s newest CD recently won "Best World Traditional Album" in the Independent Music Awards' Vox Populi,
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Scottish fiddler JAMIE LAVAL, joined by Irish-style guitarist/multi-instrumentalist ZAC LEGER, performs one of his two L.A.-area concerts on this tour, each bringing progressive acoustic music. It’s fiddle accompanied by rhythmic foot percussion and engaging stories about the history of Celtic music. Laval creates rapt audiences with his passionate performances of traditional Celtic music rendered with the superlative tone and depth of expressivity, formerly associated with classical virtuosi. Winner of the U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Championship in 2002, Jamie has appeared on the NBC Today Show, played on DAVE MATHEW's "Some Devil" album and has performed for Her Majesty the Queen. Jamie's recent album, “Murmurs and Drones,” won “Best World Traditional Album” in the 2012 Independent Music Awards Vox Populi. There’s more at www.JamieLaval.com.
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Check this out, from the “Celtic Roots Festival” at Emory University, with Jamie Laval on fiddle, EJ Jones on bagpipes, David Brown on guitar, and Rosalind Buda on bassoon. Shot April 27, 2012, it’s a traditional Scottish strathspey and reels: www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=a8tdBBA56_Q#! (it comes up with links to 21 of Jamie’s performance videos).
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Reservations required. Tix $25. Call 661-324-9000.
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Sun, Sep 9:
5-9 pm MARK ST. MARY & HIS LOUISIANA ZYDECO BAND plays the “LOUISIANA SUNDAYS” zydeco dance series at the Golden Sails Hotel, PCH Club, 6285 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach 90803. Dance lesson at 4:30 pm, band plays 5-9 pm. Info, www.LouisianaDanceLA.com, or call dance instructor Karen, 562-708-8946. $15 at the door.
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Sun, Sep 9, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm JIM “KIMO” WEST, master of Hawai’ian slack key guitar, at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”). Tix, $15.
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Mon, Sep 10, in Lake Isabella, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm JAMIE LAVAL, U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Champion, plays a concert of Celtic music and stories at a House Concert at the home of Kat Edmonson, in Lake Isabella, CA. (Reservations get directions.)
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Jamie’s newest CD recently won "Best World Traditional Album" in the Independent Music Awards' Vox Populi,
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Scottish fiddler JAMIE LAVAL, joined by Irish-style guitarist/multi-instrumentalist ZAC LEGER, performs one of his two L.A.-area concerts on this tour, each bringing progressive acoustic music. It’s fiddle accompanied by rhythmic foot percussion and engaging stories about the history of Celtic music. Laval creates rapt audiences with his passionate performances of traditional Celtic music rendered with the superlative tone and depth of expressivity, formerly associated with classical virtuosi. Winner of the U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Championship in 2002, Jamie has appeared on the NBC Today Show, played on DAVE MATHEW's "Some Devil" album and has performed for Her Majesty the Queen. Jamie's recent album, “Murmurs and Drones,” won “Best World Traditional Album” in the 2012 Independent Music Awards Vox Populi. There’s more at www.JamieLaval.com.
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Check this out, from the “Celtic Roots Festival” at Emory University, with Jamie Laval on fiddle, EJ Jones on bagpipes, David Brown on guitar, and Rosalind Buda on bassoon. Shot April 27, 2012, it’s a traditional Scottish strathspey and reels: www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=a8tdBBA56_Q#! (it comes up with links to 21 of Jamie’s performance videos).
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Reservations required. Tix $15. Call 760-549-3697.
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Tue, Sep 11, in Ridgecrest, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm JAMIE LAVAL, U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Champion, plays a concert of Celtic music and stories in the art gallery at the Maturango Museum, 100 E Las Flores, Ridgecrest, CA; 760-375-6900.
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Jamie’s newest CD recently won "Best World Traditional Album" in the Independent Music Awards' Vox Populi,
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Scottish fiddler JAMIE LAVAL, joined by Irish-style guitarist/multi-instrumentalist ZAC LEGER, performs one of his two L.A.-area concerts on this tour, each bringing progressive acoustic music. It’s fiddle accompanied by rhythmic foot percussion and engaging stories about the history of Celtic music. Laval creates rapt audiences with his passionate performances of traditional Celtic music rendered with the superlative tone and depth of expressivity, formerly associated with classical virtuosi. Winner of the U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Championship in 2002, Jamie has appeared on the NBC Today Show, played on DAVE MATHEW's "Some Devil" album and has performed for Her Majesty the Queen. Jamie's recent album, “Murmurs and Drones,” won “Best World Traditional Album” in the 2012 Independent Music Awards Vox Populi. There’s more at www.JamieLaval.com.
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Check this out, from the “Celtic Roots Festival” at Emory University, with Jamie Laval on fiddle, EJ Jones on bagpipes, David Brown on guitar, and Rosalind Buda on bassoon. Shot April 27, 2012, it’s a traditional Scottish strathspey and reels: www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=a8tdBBA56_Q#! (it comes up with links to 21 of Jamie’s performance videos).
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Tix $15, available from the Museum.
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Thu, Sep 13, in Santa Barbara, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
6:30 pm JAMIE LAVAL, U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Champion, plays a concert of Celtic music and stories at SOhO Restaurant & Music Club, 1221 State St # 205, Santa Barbara; 805-962-7776.
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Jamie’s newest CD recently won "Best World Traditional Album" in the Independent Music Awards' Vox Populi,
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Scottish fiddler JAMIE LAVAL, joined by Irish-style guitarist/multi-instrumentalist ZAC LEGER, performs one of his two L.A.-area concerts on this tour, each bringing progressive acoustic music. It’s fiddle accompanied by rhythmic foot percussion and engaging stories about the history of Celtic music. Laval creates rapt audiences with his passionate performances of traditional Celtic music rendered with the superlative tone and depth of expressivity, formerly associated with classical virtuosi. Winner of the U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Championship in 2002, Jamie has appeared on the NBC Today Show, played on DAVE MATHEW's "Some Devil" album and has performed for Her Majesty the Queen. Jamie's recent album, “Murmurs and Drones,” won “Best World Traditional Album” in the 2012 Independent Music Awards Vox Populi. There’s more at www.JamieLaval.com.
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Check this out, from the “Celtic Roots Festival” at Emory University, with Jamie Laval on fiddle, EJ Jones on bagpipes, David Brown on guitar, and Rosalind Buda on bassoon. Shot April 27, 2012, it’s a traditional Scottish strathspey and reels: www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=a8tdBBA56_Q#! (it comes up with links to 21 of Jamie’s performance videos).
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Tix $15.
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Thu, Sep 13, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm SALTY SUITES return to the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”). Tix, $15.
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Fri-Sun, Sep 14-16, FESTIVAL & CONFERENCE,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick,
in Nashville:
13th Annual “AMERICANA MUSIC FESTIVAL & CONFERENCE” with prestigious award presentations, artist workshops, and more, and featured performances by BONNIE RAITT, BOOKER T. JONES, RICHARD THOMPSON, TIFT MERRITT, BUDDY MILLER, SARA WATKINS, PUNCH BROTHERS, BRANDI CARLILE, KASEY CHAMBERS, RODNEY CROWELL, JIM LAUDERDALE, THE WALLFLOWERS, JOHN HIATT, DARRELL SCOTT, MINDY SMITH, ROBERT ELLIS, MARY GAUTHIER, and many others, in Nashville, Tennessee. More details to come here in The Guide, or get right on this to save money with early registration, at www.americanamusic.org.
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Fri-Sun, Sep 14-16, FESTIVAL,
in Northern Cal,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
10th Annual ‘PLYMOUTH BLUEGRASSIN’ IN THE FOOTHILLS” at the Amador County Fairgrounds, 18621 Sherwood St, Plymouth 95669, in the California Gold Rush / Mother Lode country. Booked so far are JAMES KING BAND, TRAVERS CHANDLER & AVERY COUNTY, BLUEGRASS BROTHERS, MARK PHILLIPS & IIIrd GENERATION, GET DOWN BOYS, THOMAS PORTER & COPPER RIVER, NU-BLU, and 2011 Emerging Artists RED DOG ASH. Info & tix, www.landspromotions.com or contact roaddog@caltel.com or 209-785-4693.
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Fri, Sep 14:
8 pm HOT CLUB QUARTETTE at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”). Tix, $15.
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Fri, Sep 14, in south OC:
Time tba COCO MONTOYA at The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano; 949-496-8927; www.thecoachhouse.com.
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Sat & Sun, Sep 15 & 16, FESTIVAL,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick for Sunday:
12:30-5 pm annual “CALIFORNIA BEER FESTIVAL” includes serious blues acts on Sunday, in Mission Park, 36 Figueroa St, downtown Ventura. Sunday tix are much cheaper and that’s when you want to go, anyway. Saturday’s music is a Michael Jackson tribute. Sunday is bigtime blues day, with KIM WILSON, THE FABULOUS THUNDERBIRDS, WALTER TROUT, CROSSFIRE’s tribute to STEVIE RAY VAUGHAN, ROD PIAZZA & THE MIGHTY FLYERS, CHRIS CAIN, MICHAEL JOHN & THE BOTTOM LINE. The staging is for maximum music: two stages, side-by-side, and when one band finishes, the next starts right away. In addition, Sunday includes the BBQ competition with teams vying for a $3000 prize.
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Event proceeds benefit DARC (Dyslexia Awareness And Resource Center) and the Gen Giammaco Foundation. The festival runs Saturday 12:30-5 pm, Sunday 11 am-6 pm. Saturday tix are $50; Sunday tix are $30, and children under age 5 are free on Sunday only. Info, 805-323-5691. Advance tix, www.californiabeerfestival.com.
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Sat, Sep 15, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
2 pm “WOODY GUTHRIE’S MUSIC & LEGACY” with ROSS ALTMAN and PETER DREIER, presented today as half of a two-part celebration of the life, music, and legacy of folk singer-songwriter Woody Guthrie (1912-1967), at the Allendale Branch Library, 1130 S Marengo Av, Pasadena 91106; www.pasadenapubliclibrary.net; 626-744-7260.
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ROSS ALTMAN, folk singer, guitarist, and political activist, performs a selection of Woody Guthrie’s songs. Those songs of social protest drew upon the Dust Bowl culture, gave voice to the disenfranchised, and, as the show’s producers say, “are as relevant today as when they were written some 70 years ago.”
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PETER DREIER, professor and chair of the Urban & Environmental Policy Department at Occidental College, will discuss how Guthrie’s experiences in Southern California during the Depression inspired his radical views about social and political conditions. Dreier will also sign copies of his recently published book, “The 100 Greatest Americans of the 20th Century: A Social Justice Hall of Fame.” The book includes Woody Guthrie among the 100 artists, activists, thinkers, organizers, writers, and politicians profiled.
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This commemoration is one of two related programs at this library branch, the first on Sat, Sep 15 and the second on Sep 29, that come during the 100th anniversary year of Guthrie’s birth. See both listings for content of each program. Free program.
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Sat, Sep 15, in Tehachapi, WORKSHOP, an “EVENT-of-the-WEEK for ARTISTS:”
3 pm JAMIE LAVAL, U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Champion, does a WORKSHOP FOR ARTISTS at St. Jude's Episcopal Church, 1200 South Curry St, Tehachapi. $15 per person. Contact Wendy Clare to reserve your spot, at 661-972-9444.
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See the 7:30 pm concert write-up (tonight) to learn about Jamie’s many impressive credits.
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Sat, Sep 15, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm THE PERFECT GENTLEMEN at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”). Tix, $20.
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Sat, Sep 15, in Tehachapi, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm JAMIE LAVAL, U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Champion, plays a concert of Celtic music and stories at St. Jude's Episcopal Church, 1200 S Curry St, Tehachapi.
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Jamie’s newest CD recently won "Best World Traditional Album" in the Independent Music Awards' Vox Populi,
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Scottish fiddler JAMIE LAVAL, joined by Irish-style guitarist/multi-instrumentalist ZAC LEGER, performs one of his two L.A.-area concerts on this tour, each bringing progressive acoustic music. It’s fiddle accompanied by rhythmic foot percussion and engaging stories about the history of Celtic music. Laval creates rapt audiences with his passionate performances of traditional Celtic music rendered with the superlative tone and depth of expressivity, formerly associated with classical virtuosi. Winner of the U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Championship in 2002, Jamie has appeared on the NBC Today Show, played on DAVE MATHEW's "Some Devil" album and has performed for Her Majesty the Queen. Jamie's recent album, “Murmurs and Drones,” won “Best World Traditional Album” in the 2012 Independent Music Awards Vox Populi. There’s more at www.JamieLaval.com.
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Check this out, from the “Celtic Roots Festival” at Emory University, with Jamie Laval on fiddle, EJ Jones on bagpipes, David Brown on guitar, and Rosalind Buda on bassoon. Shot April 27, 2012, it’s a traditional Scottish strathspey and reels: www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=a8tdBBA56_Q#! (it comes up with links to 21 of Jamie’s performance videos).
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Tix $15 and $8. Purchase tickets by calling 661-821-1221.
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Sat, Sep 15, in Tehachapi, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm JAMIE LAVAL, U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Champion, plays the CONTRA DANCE at Carillo Ballroom, 100 E Carrillo St, Santa Barbara.
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Jamie’s newest CD recently won "Best World Traditional Album" in the Independent Music Awards' Vox Populi,
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Scottish fiddler JAMIE LAVAL, joined by Irish-style guitarist/multi-instrumentalist ZAC LEGER, performs one of his two L.A.-area concerts on this tour, each bringing progressive acoustic music. It’s fiddle accompanied by rhythmic foot percussion and engaging stories about the history of Celtic music. Laval creates rapt audiences with his passionate performances of traditional Celtic music rendered with the superlative tone and depth of expressivity, formerly associated with classical virtuosi. Winner of the U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Championship in 2002, Jamie has appeared on the NBC Today Show, played on DAVE MATHEW's "Some Devil" album and has performed for Her Majesty the Queen. Jamie's recent album, “Murmurs and Drones,” won “Best World Traditional Album” in the 2012 Independent Music Awards Vox Populi. There’s more at www.JamieLaval.com.
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Check this out, from the “Celtic Roots Festival” at Emory University, with Jamie Laval on fiddle, EJ Jones on bagpipes, David Brown on guitar, and Rosalind Buda on bassoon. Shot April 27, 2012, it’s a traditional Scottish strathspey and reels: www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=a8tdBBA56_Q#! (it comes up with links to 21 of Jamie’s performance videos).
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Tix $8. Info, 805-699-5101 or www.sbcds.org.
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Sat, Sep 15:
8-10:30 pm DULCIMANIA plays their six-times-a-year residency with NORM JACOBSON and BARBARA GERSHMAN on Hammered Dulcimer and BRAD MOORE playing whatever he wants, at Alta Coffeehouse, 506 31st St, Newport Beach. Runs 3rd Saturdays, every other month, The band says the venue’s coffee and food are great. Info, Norm Jacobson, norm@dulcimania.com. No cover.
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Sun, Sep 16:
7 pm THE LATE BLOOMERS at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”). Tix, $18.
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Thu, Sep 20, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, in OC:
7:30 pm LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS play the summer-long “CONCERTS AT THE MUCK” series, at the Muckenthaler Cultural Center, 1201 W Malvern Av, Fullerton 92833; www.themuck.org/sep-20-muck-roots-lisa-haleyzydeco/. Cajun-Zydeco GRAMMY Nominees, Lisa’s new video, “Chicken Fiddler,” has over 555,000 YouTube views! They’re always exciting, whether you dance or just listen, and they are among the few bands that mixes plenty of Cajun fiddle music with zydeco.
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Thu, Sep 20, in south OC:
Time tba TAB BENOIT at The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano; 949-496-8927; www.thecoachhouse.com.
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Fri, Sep 21, in south OC, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
Time tba DAVE ALVIN & THE GUILTY ONES at The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano; 949-496-8927; www.thecoachhouse.com.
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Fri, Sep 21:
8 pm “THE BYRDS & BEYOND” with ex-Byrds JOHN YORK & BILLY DARNELL plus bassist CHAD WATSON at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”). Tix, $20.
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Sat, Sep 22, FESTIVAL,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
9 am-8 pm 18th Annual “HARVEST FESTIVAL OF DULCIMERS” at Culver-Palms United Methodist Church, 4464 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City 90230. (Near I-405 & Culver Bl.) This is a small festival, well-produced and lots of fun for musicians and listeners alike.
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See www.scdh.org - 2012 Festival tab - for all the details on performers, jams, workshops, etc. And check-out the Workshop Information page to get a preview of workshops.
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Sat, Sep 22:
11:30 am-12:45 pm OPEN MIC and NOONTIME CONCERT with a performance by GOLDEN STRINGS following the Open Mic, is a new event at the 18th Annual “HARVEST FESTIVAL OF DULCIMERS” (see festival listing).
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Music, song, poetry or readings welcome - all in good taste and fun. Sign-up by Sep 15 at dulcimer@scdh.org.
Provide:
- Name(s) of Participant(s)
- Description of instruments / vocals, reading, etc.
- Contact Info - email & phone number
There is a 5 minute TIME LIMIT, strictly enforced if all time slots are filled. Sign-up early before the list is full.
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Sat, Sep 22; a “SHOW-of-the-YEAR” pick:
7:30 pm BONNIE RAITT plus MAVIS STAPLES in a dazzling “oh wow” of a show at the Greek Theater in Hollywood. Get your tix right away for this one (unless you’re seeing MERLE HAGGARD and KRIS KRISTOFFERSON tonight).
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Sat, Sep 22; a “SHOW-of-the-YEAR” pick:
MERLE HAGGARD and KRIS KRISTOFFERSON share a wonderful bill, two legendary performing songwriters, at the Valley Performing Arts Center, on the campus at Cal State Northridge. The Guide has often encouraged you to see each of these artists. A chance to see them performing together? Get your tix right away for this one (unless you’re seeing BONNIE RAITT and MAVIS STAPLES tonight).
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Sat, Sep 22, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm JANET ROBIN and ALI HANDAL, two fine artists and guitar wizards, share the night at “RUSS AND JULIE'S HOUSE CONCERT” Series in Oak Park (Agoura Hills / Westlake Village area). Reservations get directions at 818-707-2179.
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Sun, Sep 23:
11 am-3 pm “DULCIMER MASTER CLASSES” (covering both kinds of dulcimer) at two venues in OC.
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“HAMMERED DULCIMER MASTER CLASS” in GYPSY JAZZ, with ANDY YOUNG, at Island Bazaar, 16582 Gothard St, Suite R, Huntington Beach.
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“MOUNTAIN DULCIMER MASTER CLASS” with AARON O’ROURKE, “Playing with Variety - embellishing familiar fiddle tunes played at jams,” at a private residence in Garden Grove.
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See www.scdh.org - 2012 Festival tab - for all the details.
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Check-out the Workshop Information page to meet instructors and get a preview of each workshop.
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Tue, Sep 25:
5:30-8:30 pm monthly “COMMUNITY FOLK MUSIC JAM” at the Barbara J. Riley Senior and Community Center, 7810 Quill D, Downey 90242. Bring your dulcimers or other acoustic instruments and voices and join in. Bea & Jim Romano lead a traditional folk music jam, and tell us, “Actually, any music style goes.” Info, 562-861-7049; www.Celticana.net. Runs 4th Tuesday, every month. Free.
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Tue, Sep 25, in San Diego, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm BONNIE RAITT plays Humphrey's By the Bay, Shelter Island Dr, San Diego; 619-224-5377.
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Wed-Sun, Sep 26-30:
Annual “LOS ANGELES IRISH FILM FESTIVAL” brings an Opening Night reception, screenings, Irish music and entertainment, and special events. Details and schedule here soon. Info, www.lairishfilm.com.
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Sat, Sep 29, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
2 pm Screening of “WOODY GUTHRIE: AIN’T GOT NO HOME,” produced for the PBS “American Masters” documentary series, presented today as half of a two-part celebration of the life, music, and legacy of folk singer-songwriter Woody Guthrie (1912-1967), at the Allendale Branch Library, 1130 S Marengo Av, Pasadena 91106; www.pasadenapubliclibrary.net; 626-744-7260.
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ED CRAY, Professor of Journalism at the University of Southern California and author of the biography, “Ramblin’ Man: The Life and Times of Woody Guthrie,” will introduce the film, which was written and directed by PETER FRUMKIN, with major contributions from Cray. This revealing documentary features archival footage and contemporary interviews with Guthrie devotees including music icons PETE SEEGER and BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN.
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“Now as I look around, it’s mighty plain to see
This world is such a great and a funny place to be
Oh, the gamblin’ man is rich an’ the workin’ man is poor
And I ain’t got no home in this world anymore.”
– Woody Guthrie
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This commemoration is one of two related programs at this library branch, the first on Sat, Sep 15 and the second on Sep 29, that come during the 100th anniversary year of Guthrie’s birth. See both listings for content of each program. Free program.
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OCTOBER EVENTS…
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Fri-Sun, Oct 5-7, FESTIVAL, in Arkansas:
Annual “KING BISCUIT BLUES FESTIVAL” in Helena, Arkansas, is world renowned, and features a set by Southern Cal blues maestro BERNIE PEARL, accompanied by his bassist, MIKE BARRY.
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Sat, Oct 6, FESTIVAL:
Annual “EAGLE ROCK MUSIC FESTIVAL” brings a performance by TRIPLE CHICKEN FOOT plus many more bands, tba.
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Sat, Oct 6, in Thousand Oaks, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
THE KINGSTON TRIO plays the Fred Kavli Theater for the Performing Arts, Thousand Oaks.
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Sun, Oct 7:
Annual “ORANGE COUNTY ACCORDION FEST AFTER PARTY” with a band TBD, at Golden Sails Hotel, PCH Club, 6285 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach 90803. Zydeco dance instructor and event promoter KAREN REDDING says, “This is gonna be fun, fun, fun! More Info to come!” Info, www.LouisianaDanceLA.com, or call Karen, 562-708-8946.
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Fri, Oct 12, in Ventura:
5-10 pm “SEASIDE HIGHLAND GAMES EVENING SOCIAL AND WHISKEY TASTING EVENT” at the Four Points Hotel in Ventura. A kick-off event for the weekend festival.
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Fri, Oct 12, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, in Lancaster:
8 pm DR. JOHN and THE BLIND BOYS OF ALABAMA at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $60, $47, $45.
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Sat & Sun, Oct 13 & 14, FESTIVAL, in Ventura,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
9 am-5 pm Annual “SEASIDE HIGHLAND GAMES” has multiple stages of Celtic and Irish music, plus the full array of Scottish Highland Heavy Athletics, food, massed pipe bands, and more culture and fun. More here soon, or check their website, www.seaside-games.com.
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Sat, Oct 13, FESTIVAL, in Mississippi:
Annual “BUKKA WHITE BLUES FESTIVAL” in Aberdeen, in Mississippi, features a set by Southern Cal blues maestro BERNIE PEARL, accompanied by his bassist, MIKE BARRY.
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Sat, Oct 13, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, in San Diego:
7 pm LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS play the “SAN DIEGO BON TEMPS CAJUN DANCE” series, at War Memorial Hall, 3325 Zoo Dr, Balboa Park (San Diego) 92101. Cajun-Zydeco GRAMMY Nominees, Lisa’s new video, “Chicken Fiddler,” has over 555,000 YouTube views! They’re always exciting, whether you dance or just listen, and they are among the few bands that mixes plenty of Cajun fiddle music with zydeco.
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Sat, Oct 13:
8 pm JEZ LOWE plays the “CALTECH FOLK MUSIC SOCIETY” series in Beckman Institute Auditorium, 400 S Wilson Av, on the Caltech campus in Pasadena; 626-395-4652. Free parking at the end of Michigan Av, south off Del Mar.
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Sat, Oct 13, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm ANGELO M. and THE SALTY SUITES play “RUSS AND JULIE'S HOUSE CONCERT” series in Oak Park (Agoura Hills / Westlake Village area). THE SALTY SUITES spent the summer playing festivals. They are a rapidly-rising quartet of stellar your players, from CHELSEA WILLIAMS, the beautiful and charming singer-songwriter-guitarist who sings on the nationwide TV commercial for Chevrolet, to mandolin wunderkind SCOTT GATES, to bassist CHUCK HAILES. Reservations get directions at 818-707-2179.
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Sun, Oct 21, in OC:
10 am-12:30 pm “MORNING BREEZE MUSIC CRUISE” aboard the RV Sea Explorer, sailing from the Ocean Institute in Dana Point, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point 92629; www.ocean-institute.org; 949-496-2274. Enjoy live music during a sea cruise while searching for encounters with sea lions, dolphin, and other sea life on a 2 1/2 hour voyage. Runs every-other month, summer and fall. While you’re there, be sure to tour the Ocean Institute (separate admission charge, cheap and very worthwhile).
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Musicians are singer-songwriter-composer and multi-instrumentalist JOHN LUTRELL and violinist-environmentalist-artist DOV. Hosted by KSBR radio “Morning Breeze” deejay Donna Jo Thornton. $35 adults, $22 children (age 4-12); substantial discounts for Ocean Institute members.
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Sat, Oct 27, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm CATHY BARTON & DAVE PARA play the “CALTECH FOLK MUSIC SOCIETY” series in Beckman Institute Auditorium, 400 S Wilson Av, on the Caltech campus in Pasadena; 626-395-4652. The Missouri-based, autoharp-playing traditional music duo has a huge following in Southern Cal, so get your tix early. Park free at the end of Michigan Av, south off Del Mar.
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Sun, Nov 4, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
RAVI SHANKAR, master of the sitar and more, plays the Center Theater, Long Beach.
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Sun, Nov 11:
5-9 pm “LOUISIANA SUNDAYS” zydeco dance series with a band tbd at the Golden Sails Hotel, PCH Club, 6285 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach 90803. Dance lesson at 4:30 pm, band plays 5-9 pm. Info, www.LouisianaDanceLA.com, or call dance instructor Karen, 562-708-8946. $15 at the door.
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Sat, Nov 17, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm LUNASA plays the Caltech Public Events Concert Series in Beckman Auditorium (“Big Beckman”), on the Caltech campus in Pasadena; 626-395-4652. Park free at the end of Michigan Av, south off Del Mar, if you arrive early enough to get a space.
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Sun, Nov 25:
5-9 pm ANDRE THIERRY & ZYDECO MAGIC play a “SPECIAL THANKSGIVING EVENT” for the “LOUISIANA SUNDAYS” zydeco dance series at the Golden Sails Hotel, PCH Club, 6285 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach 90803. Dance lesson at 4:30 pm, band plays 5-9 pm. Info, www.LouisianaDanceLA.com, or call dance instructor Karen, 562-708-8946. $15 at the door.
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Sun, Dec 9:
5-9 pm LEROY THOMAS & THE ZYDECO ROADRUNNERS play a “CELEBRATE LEROY'S BIRTHDAY & HOLIDAY DANCE” for the “LOUISIANA SUNDAYS” zydeco dance series at the Golden Sails Hotel, PCH Club, 6285 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach 90803. Dance lesson at 4:30 pm, band plays 5-9 pm. Info, www.LouisianaDanceLA.com, or call dance instructor Karen, 562-708-8946. $15 at the door.
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Wed, Dec 12, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm CHRIS ISAAK at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $100, $75, $70.
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Sat, Dec 15:
8 pm Third Annual “BIG BAND CHRISTMAS SHOW” at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $24 & $19.
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Sun, Dec 16:
3 pm “CHRISTMAS WITH THE CELTS” at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $29 & $19.
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2013 ~ Way, way ahead, in the far-off future…
(assuming the Mayans didn’t get it right…)
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Feb 2 & 3, 2013, FESTIVAL, in Elko, NV,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
Annual “NATIONAL COWBOY POETRY FESTIVAL” with lots of top award-winning western music and, yep, cowboy poetry. Acts known so far include TOM RUSSELL, doing two concerts and a songwriting workshop, and “a hundred great cowboy acts” including RAMBLIN’ JACK ELLIOTT, and PAUL ZARZSYKSI. There are “tons of exhibits on the West” and much more at this depth-of-winter indoor festival. It’s important to book early, because lodgings fill-up for a hundred miles or more. Info at www.westernfolklife.org/National-Cowboy-Poetry-Gathering-General-Info/national-cowboy-poetry-gathering-home-page.html.
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Fri, Feb 8, 2013, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm THE CAMPBELL BROTHERS play the Smothers Theatre, on the campus at Pepperdine University, 24255 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu; 310-506-4522.
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Mar 30, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm CRAICMORE at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $32 & $27.
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Apr 14, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
3 & 7 pm (two shows) MICHAEL FLATLEY’S LORD OF THE DANCE at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $52 & $47.
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Apr 18:
8 pm TWO CELLOS at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $29 & $19.
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Apr 27, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm BIG BAD VOODOO DADDY at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $47 & $42.
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May 4:
8 pm “BIG BAND BLOWOUT” at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $24 & $19.
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Jun 1:
8 pm JUICE NEWTON plays the season’s closing show at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $32 & $27.
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