Spotlight Events • September 6, 2012 FULL edition • Acoustic Americana Music Guide

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Summer did not end on Labor Day, and not just because it’s HOT. And nothing at all ended on the acoustic or Americana music scenes, as this new full edition of the Guide’s “SPOTLIGHT EVENTS” handily proves. (This edition makes 102 references to FESTIVALS, alone!)
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Hey, BIG NEWS! Drum roll, maestro……… cue the trumpets…….
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The Guide’s VENUE DIRECTORY has just been updated and published on our sites. It lists OVER 900 (that’s NINE HUNDRED) acoustic and Americana-friendly venues in Southern California. Really ’n truly. Count ’em yourself! Go download your FREE copy at
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http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2012/09/venues-in-southern-california-for.html
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But what about STUFF HAPPENING THIS WEEK? You ask. We gotcha covered.
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WORKSHOPS FOR ARTISTS? Some good ’uns happen in the next few days, and we’ve got ’em listed and described for you.
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On top of that, the intersection of TV and MUSIC even has the kind of traffic jams we all love, and that’s mapped in this edition so you won’t inadvertently route yourself around it.
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In summation? Exceptionally good, highly notable (and watchable) stuff this week, and it’s in here because it’s out there, ’n everywhere! (except in any other publication)…
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QUICKIE HIGHLIGHTS from this new edition, through the coming weekend…
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LOS ANGELES COUNTY FAIR:
If you’re headed there, be sure to read the Guide’s review of things to do, included with the concert write-up of RAMON AYALA y SUS BRAVOS DEL NORTE in our Sunday listings.
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THURSDAY, Sep 6:
JAMIE LAVAL, U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Champion, does a WORKSHOP FOR ARTISTS at 6 pm before his concert of Celtic music and stories at 7:30, both at the California Traditional Music Society’s Center for Folk Music in Encino.
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RICHARD SMITH & JULIE ADAMS, the renowned guitar and cello duo, play the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena at 8 pm.
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JOHN HIATT & THE COMBO plus PAUL KENNY play The Canyon Club in Agoura Hills, 8 pm.
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NE’ER DUWELLS, the Irish music trio with KEN O’MALLEY, play Ireland’s 32 in Van Nuys at 9:30 pm.
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And TV is amazing today / tonight:
“DISCOVER BEETHOVEN’S 5TH” explores and explains the compositional elements of Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony with Discovery Orchestra’s artistic director GEORGE MARRINER MAULL. The piece is performed by the orchestra. Broadcast on KCET, 10-11 pm (repeats Sep 10, 2:30-3:30 pm).
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FILM FESTIVAL on TV! Thursday brings an “oh, wow” event. “Silent Films” have always been misnamed, since they’re really films choreographed with MUSIC. And Turner Classic Movies presents a BUNCH of ’em, recently-restored, feared-lost, and still obscure treasures for us to rediscover and savor in our time. All were made from 1909 to 1914. Wow. Consider it an intensive seminar in how to match moving visual images and characters’ moods and emotions to music. Many of the era’s biggest stars are in these films, including CHARLIE CHAPLIN, MACK SENNETT, MABEL NORMAND, FATTY ARBUCKLE, FORD STERLING, ALICE HOWELL, CHARLES BENNETT, and MARIE DRESSLER. It runs from 5 pm to 12:30 am, with mostly short features. Get your recording devices ready. See Thursday’s 5 pm listing for the entire schedule and a few notes.
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FRIDAY, Sep 7:
CROSBY STILLS & NASH play the Greek Theater
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LAURIE LEWIS & THE RIGHT HANDS play a rare Southern Cal concert at Caltech (before the band plays “Hardly Strictly Bluegrass,” the biggest music festival in the world)
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U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Champion JAMIE LAVAL plays a stop on his local tour
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PEGI YOUNG & THE SURVIVORS are at McCabe’s
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MARK LEMAIRE & TWILIGHT play the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena
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JOHN HIATT & THE COMBO play in OC
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BANSHEE IN THE KITCHEN play in Tehachapi
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A fun ’30s cowboy music-themed play in Moorpark
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An ASTONISHING amount of music shows on TV Friday are worth watching
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SATURDAY, Sep 8:
The 28th annual “TOSHIBA TALL SHIPS FESTIVAL” brings plenty of nautical music along with ship tours and more, at the Ocean Institute in Dana Point. Saturday & Sunday. Really fun.
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The “ALOHA BEACH FESTIVAL,” a benefit for Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation, runs all day, Saturday & Sunday at Promenade Park, Surfers Point, Ventura. It’s free.
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The annual “REMEMBER THE MUSIC” benefit for Betty’s Foundation, a charity involved in Alzheimer’s research, presents its annual dinner-and-a-concert event, this year at Hotel Café.
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THE WALKING PHOENIXES perform “A TRIBUTE TO JOHNNY CASH & OTHER COUNTRY CLASSICS” at the “16th Annual Altadena Sheriffs’ Summer Concert Series” in the Amphitheater at Farnsworth Park in Altadena. Free.
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INCENDIO returns to the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena.
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The monthly “GRASSROOTS ACOUSTICA” charity benefit series brings performances by RANCHERS FOR PEACE, MARVIN ETZIONI & HIS QUARTET, DILLON O’BRIAN, and performing host MARK ISLAM to The Talking Stick in Venice.
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LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS play the Olivas Abode concert series in Ventura.
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JACKSH*T is at McCabe’s.
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The NE’ER DUWELLS, the Irish music trio with KEN O’MALLEY, play 3 hours at the Tam O’Shanter in Los Feliz.
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JAMIE LAVAL, U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Champ, plays in San Diego County.
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A play that looks charming, “REX BRAVO, THE WHISTLING COWBOY” is at the High Street Arts Complex in Moorpark.
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There are great music shows on TV, if you’re stuck at home or saving to get to a festival.
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SUNDAY, Sep 9:
The 28th annual “TOSHIBA TALL SHIPS FESTIVAL” brings plenty of nautical music along with ship tours and more, at the Ocean Institute in Dana Point. Really fun.
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The “ALOHA BEACH FESTIVAL,” a benefit for Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation, runs all day, all weekend, at Promenade Park, Surfers Point, Ventura. It’s free.
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MURPHY’S FLAW brings their bluegrass and comedic hijinks to a matinee at the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena.
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MARK ST. MARY & HIS LOUISIANA ZYDECO BAND plays the “LOUISIANA SUNDAYS” zydeco dance series in Long Beach.
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The annual “TROUGH RECORDS NIGHT” brings performances by most of the artists on the Trough label, including PHIL WARD, ANDREW LORAND (in town from Ohio just for this show), TEDROW-VREELAND, PAUL ZOLLO, MARK HUMPHREYS, LISA JOHNSON, PIPER-GREY, and special musical guests, at the Fremont Centre Theatre in South Pasadena.
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O’BRIEN PARTY OF 7 featuring TIM O’BRIEN is at McCabe’s.
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JIM “KIMO” WEST, master of Hawai’ian slack key guitar, is at the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena.
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RAMON AYALA y SUS BRAVOS DEL NORTE plays the L.A. County Fair “Grandstand Concerts” series; if you’re headed to the fair, BE SURE to read the Guide’s review of things to do, included with this concert write-up.
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Of course, there’s PLENTY more happening on each of those days and waaay into the future, and it’s all in the Guide! Got your mask and snorkel? Sample collection bag? Let’s dive in!
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Spotlight Events
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from THE ACOUSTIC AMERICANA MUSIC GUIDE
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September 6, 2012 edition
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Hey, pardner. You a tenderfoot? We’ll go easy on ya. Things in these parts is chronological, y’see, by day and time. ‘Course, they’s daily sections for festivals when they happen. So pick any day ya want and mosey through, or gallop past the nearby rise, waaay off into the future. Don’t fergit yer red bandana to keep from becomin’ a redneck, an’ yer pocket harmonica to liven up the campfire. Yee-haw!
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Thursday September 6
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In addition to all the places you can go, there’s a very special FILM FESTIVAL on TV today and tonight. “Silent Films” have always been misnamed, since they’re really films choreographed with MUSIC. And Turner Classic Movies presents a BUNCH of ’em, from recognized greats to recently-restored, feared-lost, and still obscure treasures for us to rediscover and savor in our time. It runs from 5 pm to 12:30 am, with mostly short features. All were made from 1909 to 1914. Wow. Consider it an intensive seminar in how to match moving visual images and characters’ moods and emotions to music. Many of the era’s biggest stars are in these films, including CHARLIE CHAPLIN, MACK SENNETT, MABEL NORMAND, FATTY ARBUCKLE, FORD STERLING, ALICE HOWELL, CHARLES BENNETT, and MARIE DRESSLER. See the 5 pm listing for the entire schedule:
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Thu, Sep 6:
10:20-11 am LEGACY plays Park West Care & Rehabilitation Center, 2210 E First St, Santa Ana 92705. BARBARA GERSHMAN on hammered dulcimer, PATTY McCOLLUM on whatever else. Info,
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Thu, Sep 6:
4-7 pm FREE LIVE MUSIC at 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.
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Thu, Sep 6:
5 pm KEN O'MALLEY plays his weekly solo show of authentic and original Irish music for Happy Hour at The Auld Dubliner, 71 S Pine Av, Long Beach 90802; www.aulddubliner.com.
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Thu, Sep 6, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick & “EVENT-of-the-WEEK for ARTISTS:”
5 pm to 12:30 am FILM FESTIVAL of “Silent Films” – which have always been misnamed, since they’re really films choreographed with MUSIC. Today & tonight, Turner Classic Movies presents a BUNCH of ’em, mostly short features, from recognized greats to recently-restored, feared-lost, and still obscure treasures for us to rediscover and savor in our time. All were made from 1909 to 1914. Wow. Consider it an intensive seminar in how to match moving visual images and characters’ moods and emotions to music.
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Many of the era’s biggest stars are in these films, including CHARLIE CHAPLIN, MACK SENNETT, MABEL NORMAND, FATTY ARBUCKLE, FORD STERLING, ALICE HOWELL, CHARLES BENNETT, and MARIE DRESSLER.
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Here’s the schedule:
5-5:16 pm “Comrades” (1911)
5:16-5:29 pm “The Manicure Lady” (1911)
5:29-5:36 pm With a Kodak” (1911)
5:36-5:48 pm “A Dash Through the Clouds” (1912)
5:48-6 pm “The Curtain Pole” (1909)
6-6:15 pm “The Water Nymph” (1912)
6:15-6:26 pm “The Grocery Clerk’s Romance” (1912)
6:26-6:34 pm “On His Wedding Day” (1913)
6:34-6:48 pm “A Life in the Balance” (1913)
6:48-6:58 pm “The Bangville Police” (1913)
6:58-7:08 “A Fishy Affair” (1913)
7:08-7:23 “Barney Oldfield’s Race” (1913)
7:23-7:37 “Mabel’s Dramatic Career” (1913)
7:37-7:49 “The Speed Kings” (1913)
7:49-8 pm “Flirt’s Mistake” (1914)
8-8:33 pm “The Knockout” (1914)
8:33-8:46 pm “Mabel’s Married Life” (1914)
8:46-8:58 pm “The Great Toe Mystery” (1914)
8:58-9:05 pm “Recreation” (1914)
9:05-9:18 pm “The Rounders” (1914)
9:18-9:30 pm “Shot in the Excitement” (1914)
9:30-9:45 pm “Curses! They Remarked” (1914)
9:45-11 pm “Tillie’s Punctured Romance” (1914), the first feature-length film ever made, and the only “long” film included, stars CHARLIE CHAPLIN and MARIE DRESSLER in a delightful comedy your great grandfather loved.
11-11:17 pm “The Noise of Bombs” (1914)
11:17-11:31 pm “Leading Lizzie Astray” (1914)
11:31-11:45 pm “Ambrose’s First Falsehood” (1914)
11:45-11:59 pm “Hash House Mashers” (1915)
11:59 pm-12:15 am “Fatty & Mabel Go to the San Diego Expo” (1915) – if you’ve ever been to San Diego’s Balboa Park, you’ve seen the landmark structures built for the 1915 World’s Fair; that’s when and where this film is set, starring ROSCOE “FATTY” ARBUCKLE and MABEL NORMAND.
12:15-12:30 am “Fatty’s New Role” (1915)
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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:
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, Sep 6:
6 pm “THURSDAY NIGHT SOFA JAM” at Westwood Music, 1627 Westwood Bl, Los Angeles 90024; 310-478-4251.
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Thu, Sep 6, 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, 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:
7:30 pm COW BOP plays a “send off” show before launching their multi-state tour, and has pre-release copies available of their newest CD, “Cowlifornia Swing,” at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr (next to L.A. Equestrian Center), Burbank; 818-845-2425 or 818-515-4444; www.vivacantina.com. Okay to park free across the street at Pickwick Bowl. No cover.
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Thu, Sep 6:
7:30-11 pm DOOZY plays their weekly residency at the Culver Hotel, 9400 Culver Bl, Culver City 90232; www.culverhotel.com; 310-558-9400. A 1924 hotel with a glorious lobby. No cover.
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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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Tix, $15.
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Thu, Sep 6, in Agoura Hills, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm JOHN HIATT & THE COMBO plus PAUL KENNY at The Canyon Club, 28912 Roadside Dr, Agoura Hills; www.canyonclub.net; 818-879-5016.
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Thu, Sep 6:
8 pm MARY WHITE plays her first of two nights at the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166. Preceded by free line dance lesson with Marie at 7 pm. No cover.
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Thu, Sep 6:
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, Sep 6:
8-11 pm “ACOUSTIC SHOWCASE” at the House of Blues Sunset Strip’s Foundation Room, 8430 Sunset Bl, West Hollywood 90069; Foundation Room Host Stand # is 323-848-5125, and Concierge # (Tue-Sat 10 am-6 pm) is 323-848-5138. The HOB’s Foundation Room requires a “membership” to get in. Call them to see if that’s worth it to you to attend a show there.
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Thu, Sep 6, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick & “EVENT-of-the-WEEK for ARTISTS:”
Continuing to 12:30 am: FILM FESTIVAL of “Silent Films” – which have always been misnamed, since they’re really films choreographed with MUSIC. Today & tonight, from 5 pm until 12:30 am, Turner Classic Movies presents a BUNCH of ’em, mostly short features, from recognized greats to recently-restored, feared-lost, and still obscure treasures for us to rediscover and savor in our time. All were made from 1909 to 1914. Wow. Consider it an intensive seminar in how to match moving visual images and characters’ moods and emotions to music.
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Many of the era’s biggest stars are in these films, including CHARLIE CHAPLIN, MACK SENNETT, MABEL NORMAND, FATTY ARBUCKLE, FORD STERLING, ALICE HOWELL, CHARLES BENNETT, and MARIE DRESSLER.
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Still to come tonight:
8-8:33 pm “The Knockout” (1914)
8:33-8:46 pm “Mabel’s Married Life” (1914)
8:46-8:58 pm “The Great Toe Mystery” (1914)
8:58-9:05 pm “Recreation” (1914)
9:05-9:18 pm “The Rounders” (1914)
9:18-9:30 pm “Shot in the Excitement” (1914)
9:30-9:45 pm “Curses! They Remarked” (1914)
9:45-11 pm “Tillie’s Punctured Romance” (1914), the first feature-length film ever made, and the only “long” film included, stars CHARLIE CHAPLIN and MARIE DRESSLER in a delightful comedy your great grandfather loved.
11-11:17 pm “The Noise of Bombs” (1914)
11:17-11:31 pm “Leading Lizzie Astray” (1914)
11:31-11:45 pm “Ambrose’s First Falsehood” (1914)
11:45-11:59 pm “Hash House Mashers” (1915)
11:59 pm-12:15 am “Fatty & Mabel Go to the San Diego Expo” (1915) – if you’ve ever been to San Diego’s Balboa Park, you’ve seen the landmark structures built for the 1915 World’s Fair; that’s when and where this film is set, starring ROSCOE “FATTY” ARBUCKLE and MABEL NORMAND.
12:15-12:30 am “Fatty’s New Role” (1915)
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Thu, Sep 6:
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, Sep 6:
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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Thu, Sep 6:
9:30 pm NE’ER DUWELLS, the Irish music trio with KEN O’MALLEY, play Ireland’s 32, 13721 Burbank Bl, Van Nuys; www.irelands32pub.com; 818-785-4031.
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Thu, Sep 6, in OC:
9:30 pm “MUSIC NIGHT” every Thursday at the Harp Inn Irish Pub, 130 E 17th St, Costa Mesa 92627; www.harpinn.com; 949-646-8855. Call before going; sometimes it’s a band, sometimes it’s karaoke (oh the horror).
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Thu, Sep 6, on TV, an “EVENT-of-the-WEEK” for ARTISTS:
10-11 pm “DISCOVER BEETHOVEN’S 5TH” explores and explains the compositional elements of Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony with Discovery Orchestra’s artistic director GEORGE MARRINER MAULL. The piece is performed by the orchestra. Broadcast on KCET. Repeats Sep 10, 2:30-3:30 pm.
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Thu, Sep 6, on TV:
10:30-11 pm “MUSIC VOYAGER” series presents “Israel, Voices from the Desert” (2012) with singer-songwriter IDAN RAICHEL; Cape Verde singer MAYRA ANDRADE; Arab Jew singer-songwriter RAVID KAHALANI; Ethiopian immigrant singer CABRA CASEY; and Palestinian-Israeli singer-songwriter / actress MIRA AWAD. 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 4:30-5 am tonight.)
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It’s a landmark post-Labor-Day Friday, with CROSBY STILLS & NASH at the Greek Theater; a rare Southern Cal concert by LAURIE LEWIS & THE RIGHT HANDS at Caltech; U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Champion JAMIE LAVAL beginning a local tour; PEGI YOUNG & THE SURVIVORS play McCabe’s; JOHN HIATT & THE COMBO playing in OC; there’s a fun cowboy music-themed play in Moorpark; and a whole lotta music goin’ on all over town! Plus there’s an astonishing amount of music shows on TV that are worth watching… Let’s get started!
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Fri, Sep 7, on TV:
1-4:30 pm MUSIC ON TV:
1-2 pm GRACE POTTER & THE NOCTURNALS on “Storytellers” (2012).
2-3 pm JASON MRAZ on “Live from Daryl’s House” (2012) (repeats Sunday, 8-9 am).
3-4 pm PAUL McCARTNEY, NEIL DIAMOND, THE BLACK KEYS, ELVIS COSTELLO, more, on “Later with Jools Holland” (2010) (repeats Sunday, 7-8 am).
4-4:30 pm ADELE on “Unplugged” (2011) (repeats Sat night / Sun morning, 1:30-2 am).
On Paladia, cable or satellite. You probably have it and don’t know; it’s not an extra-cost premium add-on.
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Fri, Sep 7, on TV:
2-5 pm BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN & THE E STREET BAND taped at a live performance in 2000 at NYC’s Madison Square Garden. On VH1 Classic (Often listed as VHCRW) on cable or satellite.
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Fri, Sep 7, in Tehachapi, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm BANSHEE IN THE KITCHEN plays Fiddler’s Crossing, 206 East F St (at Robinson St), Tehachapi 93561; www.grungehobbit.com; 661-823-9994.
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The women of Kern County-based Celtic band BANSHEE IN THE KITCHEN, have, for nearly a decade, delighted audiences across the nation and overseas, and survived the departure of one of their three original members. Their music continues to be a splendid blend of traditional Celtic, seasoned with hints of jazz, Americana, and even acoustic rock played on traditional acoustic instruments and hammered dulcimer. A regular feature at the “Bakersfield Scottish Games,” they have played or headlined Celtic festivals and gatherings far and wide. Along with superb musicianship, these women bring a special "banshee" playfulness and fun to their traditional and original tunes and songs.
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Until recently, Banshee was a trio, with BRENDA HUNTER, National Champion on hammered dulcimer, plus her prowess on fiddle; JILL EGLAND on accordion, flute, penny whistle, and bodhran; and KATHARINE EDMONSON on guitar, who took the place of original member MARY TULIN in the original lineup. The three women sing solo as well as rich three-part harmonies.
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With the recent addition of bassist CHRIS MARTIN, the trio has become a quartet. Egland and Hunter live in Bakersfield, and Edmonson and Martin in Kernville.
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The date of this concert, September 7, is “First Friday” in downtown Tehachapi, a charming mountain town. The venue usually has an open house along with other arts establishments instead of a ticketed concert. While this month is an exception, concert goers can still celebrate “First Friday” starting at 5 pm at the new Tehachapi Treasure Trove and other businesses, and then finish up with this rousing Celtic concert and dessert at Fiddlers Crossing. Plus, the paintings of ALLYSON GRAY will remain on the walls through September.
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Tickets may be purchased next door at Mountain Music, at The Apple Shed (Apple Shed will add a 5% service charge to all tickets), or with a credit card at 661-823-9994. Concert tix are $15, and coffee and goodies are included. Doors at 6:30 pm for the best seats.
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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:
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, Sep 7, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm LAURIE LEWIS & THE RIGHT HANDS play a special Friday edition of the Caltech Folk Music Series, in in Beckman Institute Auditorium, 322 S Michigan Av, on the Caltech Campus, Pasadena; advance tix 626-395-4652, or toll-free 888-2CALTECH (1-888-222-5832); info, www.folkmusic.caltech.edu.
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LAURIE LEWIS is a magnificent singer, songwriter, fiddler, and guitarist who has always surrounded herself with excellent musicians. This current ensemble of THE RIGHT HANDS is no exception, as it includes longtime sidekick TOM ROZUM on mandolin, vocals, and guitar; the San Gabriel Valley's own string wizard, PATRICK SAUBER, on banjo, vocals, and perhaps mandolin and guitar; CHAD MANNING on fiddle and vocals; and ANDREW CONKLIN on bass and vocals. They have been playing together for five years, and they are quite extraordinary.
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Laurie will be co-hosting the “INTERNATIONAL BLUEGRASS MUSIC AWARDS” with DEL McCOURY in Nashville, later in September - see http://ibma.org/node/410.
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The Caltech Folk bookers, Nick Smith and Rex Meyreis, tell us, “When we think about the level of her music and her achievements, we are quite honored that she is coming back for another appearance at our little series. Her newest CD, ‘Skippin' and Flyin',’ is a tribute to the great BILL MONROE, but more than including covers of Monroe's fine work, it features some great new Laurie Lewis originals that are written and performed in Monroe's spirit.”
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Read some of the fine reviews of this recording at www.laurielewis.com/2011website/2011reviews.htm#. Click on the “Skippin' and Flyin'” picture.
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Rex & Nick continue, “A lot of folks have had very positive and insightful responses to this recording and Laurie's past work. We offer a few more YouTube examples of the fine songs from Laurie's repertoire. ‘Val's Cabin’ - www.youtube.com/watch?v=JAX_oJAbtqQ - performed here by Laurie, Tom, MARK GRAHAM and PATRICK SAUBER's dad, TOM SAUBER, is a fine example of Laurie's intimate vocals and great ability of expression in her lyrics. ‘Texas Bluebonnets’ - www.youtube.com/v/-1K5DOwx3mw&hl=en&fs=1 - is an old gem that displays Laurie's & Tom's great harmony singing, not to mention her fine fiddling and Tom's amazing mandolin. ‘Who Will Watch the Home Place’ - www.youtube.com/watch?v=KDaEjoD0cqM - was written by KATE LONG, but has become a signature song for Laurie, and once again, it displays amazing vocal abilities. This is a different line-up from the Caltech show, but we heard the Right Hands do the song 2 years ago, and their version is equally moving. Hear a very different version of the same song with just Laurie and Tom at www.youtube.com/watch?v=tWen3qsXnnM - that one has Laurie on guitar (no fiddle!) and Tom's amazing mandolin out front and beautiful. \Great musicians are very versatile!”
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Laurie's web site is http://laurielewis.com and the series is http://folkmusic.caltech.edu.
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Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for Caltech students and children. Call 626-395-4652 to order tickets. This may sell-out, so advance purchase is advised. Park free in either of he two lots at the end of Michigan Av, south off Del Mar, and ignore the reserved space signs – that is not in effect in the evening.
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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 PEGI YOUNG & THE SURVIVORS play McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. $18.
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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 south 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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Fri, Sep 7, theater, through Sep 23, in Moorpark:
“REX BRAVO, THE WHISTLING COWBOY” at the High Street Arts Complex, 45 E High St, Moorpark; 805-529-8700. It tells the fictional tale of a famous 1930s singing (well, whistling) movie cowboy a la GENE AUTRY or ROY ROGERS. Except in the character’s “real” life, he’s more like JOHN CLEESE – a British actor far more comfortable in London’s West End than in the Old West. Together with “Steeves,” his gentleman’s gentleman, Rex travels to the town of Lizard Spit to perform at the Bombay Corral. Before the dust can settle on his immaculate rhinestones, a claim has been stolen, a prospector murdered, and Rex is framed for all of it.
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Fri, Sep 7:
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, Sep 7, on TV:
8-8:30 pm “SUN STUDIO SESSIONS” features a live (taped) 2011 performance with SARAH BORGES & THE BROKEN SINGLES. 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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Fri, Sep 7, in Ventura:
Time tba Bluesman JAMES HARMAN plays Yolie’s, 138 W Main St, Ventura;www.HiHatEntertainment.com; 805-652-0338.
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Fri, Sep 7, in Ventura:
8:30 pm “POLYNESIAN REVUE” at Hong Kong Inn, 435 E Thompson Bl, Ventura; www.hongkonginn.com; 805-648-3161. Runs Friday & Saturday nights.
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Fri, Sep 7:
8:30-11:30 pm Pianist MARC BOSSERMAN plays The Left Coast Wine Bar & Gallery, 117 E Harvard, Glendale 91205; 818-507-7011; www.leftcoastwinebar.com. Other musicians invited to sit-in.
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Fri, Sep 7, on TV:
8:30-9 pm “BLUEGRASS UNDERGROUND” features a live (taped) 2011 performance with THE FAREWELL DRIFTERS. 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, Sep 7:
Time tbd “LIVE MUSIC NIGHT” every Friday at Sonny McLean’s Irish Pub, 2615 Wilshire Bl, Santa Monica 90403; 310-449-1811; www.sonnymcleans.com. Sometimes it’s Irish music, sometimes something else; call before you go to learn what.
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Fri, Sep 7:
9 pm MARY WHITE plays the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166. Preceded by free line dance lesson with Kathy at 7 pm. No cover.
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Fri, Sep 7, on TV:
9-10 pm “PAUL McCARTNEY’S LIVE KISSES” is a 2012 episode of “Great Performances” with the ex-Beatle performing old pop standards at the Capitol studio, joined by DIANA KRALL and JOE WALSH. On KOCE, aka PBS SoCal. (And take a look at their 10 pm show.)
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Fri, Sep 7, on TV:
9-10 pm “AUSTIN CITY LIMITS” features a live (taped) 2009 performance with THE DAVE MATTHEWS BAND that kicked-off the series 35th season. 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, Sep 7, on TV:
10-11 pm “HOW THE BEATLES ROCKED THE KREMLIN” and influenced life behind the Iron Curtain from the 1960s onward, with comments from ordinary and not-so-ordinary Russians. A 2009 documentary. On KOCE, aka PBS SoCal.
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Fri, Sep 7, on TV:
10-11 pm “FRONT ROW CENTER” features a live (taped) 2012 performance titled “RICHARD MARX: A NIGHT OUT WITH FRIENDS.” Okay, so this one is really more pop than anything else… he series as a whole is quite good. 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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Saturday September 8
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Gadzooks, a LOT is happening today, including two local festivals and a TON of concerts and club gigs, first-rate stuff from Cajun to Celtic to you-name-it. And if you can’t go anywhere, TV has some wonderful music programming, from early to late…
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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 8, on TV:
5-5:30 am “JAMMIN’ AT HIPPIE JACK’S” features a live (taped) 2012 performance with MARSHALL CHAPMAN. 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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EARLY Sat, Sep 8, on TV:
5:30-6 am “THE PIANO GUY” brings video piano lessons. Today covers how to play DON McLEAN’s “American Pie.” 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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Saturday’s FESTIVALS
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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 & Sun, Sep 8 & 9, FREE FESTIVAL, in Ventura:
Annual “ALOHA BEACH FESTIVAL” is a benefit for Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation, and runs all day, both days, at Promenade Park, Surfers Point, Ventura. Info, www.alohabeachfestival.us. Free.
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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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Saturday’s
CONCERTS, CLUB GIGS, SHOWCASES, OPEN MICS, & more…
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Sat, Sep 8:
8:30 am-noon WOMEN ON THE MOVE TRIO, winners of the vocal competition at the 51st annual “Topanga Banjo Fiddle Contest / Folk Festival,” play CONGRESSMAN BUCK McKEON’s Annual “WOMEN’S CONFERENCE” at College of the Canyons, 26455 Rockwell Cyn Rd, Santa Clarita 91355. Info on sessions at the morning-long conference, and reservations to attend (required) at www.mckeon.house.gov/womensconference or call Alissa McCurley at 202-225-1956. Free, with a reservation.
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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, welcomes all acoustic instruments, 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 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 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, on TV:
6-7 pm JOE WALSH & FRIENDS, including KENNY CHESNEY, BRAD PAISLEY, SARA EVANS, HUNTER HAYES, LUKE BRYAN & BILLY GIBBONS, perform for a 2012 episode of “CMT Crossroads.” On Paladia, cable or satellite. You probably have it and don’t know; it’s not an extra-cost premium add-on. (Repeats 9-10 pm tonight and on Sunday from 2-3 pm.)
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Sat, Sep 8:
6:30 pm annual “REMEMBER THE MUSIC” benefit for Betty’s Foundation, a charity involved in Alzheimer’s research, presents its annual dinner-and-a-concert event, this year at Hotel Café, 1623 N Cahuenga Bl, Hollywood 90028; www.hotelcafe.com; 323-461-2040. Dinner tix are sold-out. A limited number of gen’l admission tix are available for $35 each. Tix and info at www.rememberthemusic.org.
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Sat, Sep 8:
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 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:
Monthly “GRASSROOTS ACOUSTICA” charity benefit series brings performances by RANCHERS FOR PEACE, MARVIN ETZIONI & HIS QUARTET, DILLON O’BRIAN, and performing host MARK ISLAM, at The Talking Stick, 1411c Lincoln Bl, Venice 92091; www.thetalkingstick.net; 310-450-6052. This month, the show benefits the Westside Food Bank. No cover, and that’s where your donations go.
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Sat, Sep 8:
7 pm weekly free “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 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:
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 8:
8 pm JACKSH*T plays McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. $20.
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Sat, Sep 8:
8-11 pm NE’ER DUWELLS, the Irish music trio with KEN O’MALLEY, play the Tam O’Shanter, 2980 Los Feliz Bl, Los Feliz; www.lawrysonline.com/tam-oshanter; 323-664-0228. Venue has a Scottish theme, full menu and full bar. All ages, no cover.
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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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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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Sat, Sep 8, theater, through Sep 23, in Moorpark:
“REX BRAVO, THE WHISTLING COWBOY” at the High Street Arts Complex, 45 E High St, Moorpark; 805-529-8700. It tells the fictional tale of a famous 1930s singing (well, whistling) movie cowboy a la GENE AUTRY or ROY ROGERS. Except in the character’s “real” life, he’s more like JOHN CLEESE – a British actor far more comfortable in London’s West End than in the Old West. Together with “Steeves,” his gentleman’s gentleman, Rex travels to the town of Lizard Spit to perform at the Bombay Corral. Before the dust can settle on his immaculate rhinestones, a claim has been stolen, a prospector murdered, and Rex is framed for all of it.
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Sat, Sep 8, in Ventura:
8:30 pm “POLYNESIAN REVUE” at Hong Kong Inn, 435 E Thompson Bl, Ventura; www.hongkonginn.com; 805-648-3161. Runs Friday & Saturday nights.
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Sat, Sep 8:
9 pm ROCKLIND & RICHMOND play the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166. Preceded by free couple dance lessons (two step, waltz, cowboy cha cha, El Paso, etc) with Linda Goldstein at 7 pm. No cover.
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Sat, Sep 8, on TV:
9-10 pm JOE WALSH & FRIENDS, including KENNY CHESNEY, BRAD PAISLEY, SARA EVANS, HUNTER HAYES, LUKE BRYAN & BILLY GIBBONS, perform for a 2012 episode of “CMT Crossroads.” On Paladia, cable or satellite. You probably have it and don’t know; it’s not an extra-cost premium add-on.
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Sat, Sep 8, on TV:
10-11 pm JIMMY BUFFETT and THE ZAC BROWN BAND perform for a 2010 episode of “CMT Crossroads.” On Paladia, cable or satellite. You probably have it and don’t know; it’s not an extra-cost premium add-on.
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Sat, Sep 8, on TV:
10:30 pm-midnight “LEONARD COHEN: LIVE IN LONDON” is a 2008 performance from London’s O2 Arena.
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Sat, Sep 8, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, on TV:
Midnight-1 am WILLIE NELSON, MERLE HAGGARD, & RAY PRICE perform at a 2007 show, and include “For the Good Times” (Price); “Silver Wings” (Haggard); “Okie from Muskogee” and “Pancho & Lefty” (Haggard & Nelson); “On the Road Again,” “Always on My Mind,” and Whiskey River” (Nelson). On KOCE, aka PBS SoCal.
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Sat night / Sun morning, Sep 8-9, on TV:
1:30-2 pm ADELE on “Unplugged” (2011). On Paladia, cable or satellite. You probably have it and don’t know; it’s not an extra-cost premium add-on.
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Two festivals today, one rates “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” status, the other is FREE; and there’s plenty more, including good daytime performances, great evening concerts, and some watchable music on TV.
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Sun, Sep 9; 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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Sun, Sep 10; Sat & Sun, Sep 8 & 9, FREE FESTIVAL, in Ventura:
Annual “ALOHA BEACH FESTIVAL” is a benefit for Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation, and runs all day, both days, at Promenade Park, Surfers Point, Ventura. Info, www.alohabeachfestival.us. Free.
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Sunday’s
CONCERTS, CLUB GIGS, SHOWCASES, OPEN MICS, & more…
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Sun, Sep 9, on the radio:
6-10 am “BLUEGRASS ETC,” L.A.’s last surviving bluegrass & old time string band radio show, has always been one of the best anywhere; producer & host FRANK HOPPE sometimes has guests performing live (yes, at those early hours), and always treats listeners to something from his obscure collection of early recordings (Edison wax cylinders included). On KCSN, broadcast and web simulcast radio.
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Sun, Sep 9, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, on TV:
9-10 am NORAH JONES performs an intimate acoustic set on a new 2012 episode of “Storytellers.” We caught part of this and were really impressed. It’s on Paladia, cable or satellite. You probably have it and don’t know; it’s not an extra-cost premium add-on.
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Sun, Sep 9:
10 am weekly “BLUEGRASS BRUNCH” at Urban Solace, 3823 30th St, San Diego 92104; 619-295-6464.
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Sun, Sep 9:
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 9:
2-4 pm “IRISH COURTYARD CONCERT SERIES.” every Sunday at Muldoon’s, 202 Newport Ctr Dr, Newport Beach; 949-640-4110. Sometimes Irish roots music, sometimes Irish rock. Call venue to learn who is performing. No cover.
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Sun, Sep 9, in Ventura:
2 pm PRESTON SMITH plays a matinee at Amigo’s Café y Cantina, 546 E Main St, Ventura; www.amigosventura.com; 805-874-2232.
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Sun, Sep 9, on TV:
2-4 pm “SOULFUL SYMPHONY with DARIN ATWATER, is an 85-member African-American orchestra. They perform a variety of original compositions, including founder-artistic director Atwater’s “Song in a Strange Land.” Produced in 2009. Broadcast on KCET.
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Sun, Sep 9:
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 9:
3 pm MURPHY’S FLAW brings their bluegrass and comedic hijinks to 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:
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 9:
4 pm 4-WAY STREET, a CSN&Y tribute band, plays Alva’s Showroom, 1417 W 8th St, Weymouth Corners, San Pedro 90732; www.alvasshowroom.com; 800-403-3447 or 310-519 1314. You can bring your own food and drinks into this venue and just pay the cover. Suggested donation, $20.
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Sun, Sep 9, on TV:
3-4:30 pm NEIL YOUNG is saluted as “MusiCares Person of the Year” with performances by JOHN MELLANCAMP, JACKSON BROWNE, JOHN FOGERTY, ELVIS COSTELLO, and Neil himself performs. Produced in 2011. On Paladia, cable or satellite. You probably have it and don’t know; it’s not an extra-cost premium add-on.
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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:
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 9, NW of Lancaster:
4-8 pm “SUNDAY OPEN JAM,” folk, blues, singer-songwriter, more, every Sunday at WeeVill Market, 18348 West Ave D, NW of Lancaster; www.weevillmarket.com. There’s good BBQ, a full menu, “and good times.” Check in with Jim Olesh, WeeVill’s owner, and tell him you’d like to play. All levels welcome, a capella singers too.
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Sun, Sep 9, on TV:
4-5:30 pm “RICHARD GLAZIER IN CONCERT” performing classic songs from the American Songbook, including “Rhapsody in Blue.” MICKEY ROONEY joins Glazier to perform “You Made Me Love You (I Didn’t Want to Do It.” Produced in 2012. Broadcast on KCET.
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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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Fri, Sep 9, in Redlands:
5-7 pm Pianist MARC BOSSERMAN plays Citrus in Redlands.
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Sun, Sep 9, 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 9:
6 pm J.D. CRAWFORD plays the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166. Preceded by free beginners & intermediate line dance lessons with Charlotte at 4 pm, and FREE weekly BBQ at 5 pm. No Cover.
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Sun, Sep 9, 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 9:
6:30 pm KEN O’MALLEY brings his authentic and original Irish music to his twice-a-week (Wed & Sun) residency at Griffins of Kinsale, 1001 Mission St, South Pasadena 91030; 626-799-0926.
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Sun, Sep 9, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm Annual “TROUGH RECORDS NIGHT” with performances by most of the artists on the Trough label, including PHIL WARD, ANDREW LORAND (in town from Ohio just for this show), TEDROW-VREELAND, PAUL ZOLLO, MARK HUMPHREYS, LISA JOHNSON, PIPER-GREY, and special musical guests, at the Fremont Centre Theatre, 1000 Fremont St, South Pasadena; www.freemontcentretheatre.com. This is always a highly entertaining showcase night, and many who are there are a devoted following who attend every year. Limited seats, so call Lois for a reservation at 626-969-0778. All ages show; tix, $15.
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Sun, Sep 9, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm O’BRIEN PARTY OF 7 featuring TIM O’BRIEN plays McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. $24.50.
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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”).
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It’s an evening of Hawaiian "slack key" guitar by a master player, plus traditional hula and special guest musicians at this wonderfully intimate acoustic music concert room.
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Sun, Sep 9, at the L.A. County Fair:
7:30 pm RAMON AYALA y SUS BRAVOS DEL NORTE plays the L.A. County Fair “Grandstand Concerts” series at the L.A. County Fairgrounds – Fairplex – in Pomona; www.fairplex.com. Some free tix are distributed at 3 pm on concert day; otherwise, tix range from $19.50 to $100, plus the always high processing charges at www.ticketmaster.com. Or buy at the fair and save the extra fees.
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The world’s largest county Fair runs the month of September. The Guide is listing only a few of the Fair’s concerts. While there is plenty to do and see, there is, unfortunately, profoundly less folk-americana and acoustic music than in past years. There is a smattering of music and dance in the traditions of Mexico, and there is some jazz, chiefly Latin jazz. And there are dozens of performances of one kind or another – children’s shows, magic shows, radio-Disney-derived-annoyances, etc. – on multiple stages, but unlike recent years, these stages won’t feature acoustic or Americana music. Though major national trends are moving away from sh-thump-thud / revolving door rehab / pop tart du jour / American Karaoke crap, musically, you’ll be dodging the sonic infestations and knots of head-bobbers at this year’s fair. It’s still worth going, but with a few exceptions, not for the music.
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A MUST-SEE at the fair is “GENIUS: A CELEBRATION OF AMERICAN INNOVATION” in Building 8. It’s an exhibition worthy of any major museum, with full-size WRIGHT BROTHERS aeroplanes, all of STEVE JOBS patents, an exhibit on HENRY FORD and the the development of automobile manufacturing, a tribute to GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER, and the best BENJAMIN FRANKLIN reenactor portraying the archetype American genius. You simply must spend time conversing with Ben, and you’ll find that the highlight of the fair.
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Fair admission is $17 adults, and does not include concert admission, unless you can capture those free tix distributed at 3 pm for that evening’s concert (each person who wants one of those tix must be present to receive it). Parking is another $14, but you can find free street parking north of the fairgrounds, if you don’t mind a walk in to reach the parking lot tram.
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Sun, Sep 9:
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 10
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Mon, Sep 10, an “EVENT-of-the-WEEK” for ARTISTS, on TV:
2:30-3:30 pm “DISCOVER BEETHOVEN’S 5TH” explores and explains the compositional elements of Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony with Discovery Orchestra’s artistic director GEORGE MARRINER MAULL. The piece is performed by the orchestra. Broadcast on KCET.
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Mon, Sep 10:
6-10 pm Pianist MARC BOSSERMAN plays the Parkway Grill, 510 S Arroyo Pkwy, Pasadena 91105; www.theparkwaygrill.com; 626-795-1001.
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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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Mon, Sep 10:
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 10, 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 10:
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 10:
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 10:
8 pm weekly “TALENT CONTEST” with CHAD WATSON, who also performs, at the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166. This long-running contest for country / alt country / honky-tonk musicians has great prizes and has opened doors for many of its winners. Plus, the place and this event are always fun. Preceded by free two step dance lesson for beginners and intermediate levels with Ed at 7 pm. No cover.
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Mon, Sep 10:
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 10:
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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Mon, Sep 10, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, on TV:
9-11 pm “PETE SEEGER: THE POWER OF SONG” (2007) presents a profile of folk music’s greatest living icon, as singer-songwriter and activist. With rare old TV clips, archival footage, home movies, pics from the Seeger family album, and interviews. A fine, award-winning documentary. On VH1 Classic (VHCRW on some cable and satellite listings). Repeats Tue, 2-4 pm.
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Tuesday September 11
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If you are very young, ask someone about the significance of September 11th.
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If you are very old, share with others how hearing the words “December 7th” and “September 11th” produce similar and unique memories of horror and feelings of resolve and compassion for those struck down, and for their families who were suddenly left without them.
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In 2001, the century and the millennia were both brand-new, and all the hopes and dreams of the future were supposed to be here, being fulfilled, bringing a Star Trek future for all of us, one that transcended the ugliness of the past, a time when we could symbolically cast off the primal and brutal traits that had characterized so much of human history. We had learned to care about our fragile planet. We had learned to overcome prejudices and bigotry. But, instead of being spacefarers, we find ourselves living in a 21st century present that is nothing like the future we once imagined. We are mired in debt, stuck in Afghanistan, and hearing politicians call for more spending for the military, more intervention in more foreign lands, more costly foreign wars that we are supposed to accept as necessary and otherwise ignore.
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Instead of living in the 21st century we dreamed of, we live with the legacy of September 11th, with the most primitive compulsions of humanity, the still painful wounds. We still feel the legacy of the most diabolical and conniving and cynical and murderous impulses, and with that single day that changed everything and brought those things to the center of the world’s stage. Instead of going to the stars – or at least to the planets – all our money was wasted, one more time. Despite lessons we could have learned any number of times before when our precious resources disappeared into the bottomless abyss of war, here we are. And even more families will never see their loved ones come home.
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During the Bush administration, September 11th was proclaimed the annual “Patriots Day.” It is marked that way on all the printed-in-China calendars that hang on our walls. That proclamation somehow seems and feels a gross oversimplification, almost to the point of being a dismissal of all the emotions and thoughts and memories and resolve, of all the empty chairs at the dinner tables, of all the lost possibilities and deferred dreams, of all the squandered opportunities that still accompany the anniversary of this date from 2001.
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“How many times will the cannonballs fly, until they are forever banned? The answer, my friend, is blowin’ in the wind, the answer is blowin’ in the wind.” – Bob Dylan.
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Here are the events happening today and tonight.
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Tue, Sep 11:
5:30-8:30 pm Pianist MARC BOSSERMAN plays his first of two gigs tonight, this one at Ford’s Filling Station, 9531 Culver Bl, L.A. 90232; www.fordsfillingstation.net; 310-202-1470.
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Tue, Sep 11, 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, Sep 11, in Ventura:
6-10 pm weekly “TALENT NIGHT” acoustic open mic, at Golden China Restaurant, 760 S Seaward Av (at 101 Fwy), Ventura; www.goldenchinaventura.com; 805-652-1188.
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Tue, Sep 11, in OC:
6-8:30 pm “OC HAMMERED DULCIMERS” is a tune-sharing and fun session in Fountain Valley. Contact Barbara Gershman for info and location, at bgershman@socal.rr.com.
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Tue, Sep 11, in Agoura Hills / T.O. area:
6 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “AGOURA HILLS SONG CIRCLE & POTLUCK” in Agoura Hills 91301; info and location at www.songmakers.org.
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Tue, Sep 11, in San Diego (La Mesa):
6:30 pm monthly “BLUEGRASS NIGHT” sponsored by San Diego Bluegrass Society at Fuddruckers, 5500 Grossmont Center Dr, La Mesa 91942.
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Tue, Sep 11, in the distant desert at 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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Tue, Sep 11:
7 pm weekly “JC HYKE'S SONGWRITERS SERENADE” brings a different line-up each week of recording artists playing acoustic sets, 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, Sep 11:
7 pm weekly “BLUEGRASS SOUP JAM” at Convert-A-Tape, 2420 Gundry Av, Signal Hill 90755.
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Tue, Sep 11:
8 pm DEANNA D’AMICO-WHITE plays the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166. Preceded by free swing dance lesson with Ed at 7 pm. No cover.
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Tue, Sep 11:
8 pm weekly “TRADITIONAL IRISH MUSIC SESSION” at Timmy Nolan's Tavern and Grill, 10111 Riverside Dr, Toluca Lake 91602; 818-985-3359.
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Tue, Sep 11:
8:30 pm Pianist MARC BOSSERMAN plays his second of two gigs tonight, this one at The Varnish, 118 E Sixth St (behind Cole’s), downtown Los Angeles 90014; 213-622-9999; www.thevarnishbar.com.
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Wednesday September 12
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Wed, Sep 12, 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, Sep 12, 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, Sep 12:
6:30 pm KEN O’MALLEY brings his authentic and original Irish music to his twice-a-week (Wed & Sun) residency at Griffins of Kinsale, 1001 Mission St, South Pasadena 91030; 626-799-0926.
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Wed, Sep 12:
6:30-9 pm “WEST SIDE HAMMERED DULCIMERS” session, tune sharing and fun, in Rm 6 at Culver-Palms United Methodist Church, 4464 Sepulveda Bl; Culver City. Let them know if you plan to go; email bgershman@socal.rr.com.
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Wed, Sep 12, in Ventura Co.:
6:30 pm weekly “IRISH MUSIC SESSION” at Brendan’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 1755 E Daily Dr, Camarillo 93010; 888-811-5818.
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Wed, Sep 12:
6:30 pm “OPEN MIC” at the Talking Stick Coffee House, 1411 Lincoln Bl, Venice 92091. Sign-ups at 6:45.
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Wed, Sep 12, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, in Santa Barbara:
7 pm FIONA APPLE plus BLAKE MILLS play the Santa Barbara Bowl, 1122 N. Milpas St., Santa Barbara; 805-962-7411; www.sbbowl.com.
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Wed, Sep 12, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7-9 pm weekly “WINE & SONG” series always brings a strong lineup of recording artists playing acoustic, tonight with headliners SUSIE GLAZE & THE HILONESOME STRING BAND, plus performing host BRAD COLERICK at Firefly Bistro, 1009 El Centro St, South Pasadena; 626-441-2443; www.eatatfirefly.com.
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Wed, Sep 12, in Lompoc:
7-9 pm twice-monthly “WEDNESDAY EVENING JAM” at Southside Coffee Co., 105 South H St, Lompoc; info, call Bill at 805-736-8241. Runs 2nd and 4th Wednesdays, every month.
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Wed, Sep 12, 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, Sep 12, 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, Sep 12:
7-9:30 pm monthly “LAWIM SINGER-SONGWRITER NIGHT,” formerly known as the “SOIREE,” is L.A.’s longest-running monthly music showcase. Bringing three-songs each from a lineup of mostly-acoustic accomplished or up-and-coming performers, with tonight’s guest host SALLY ZITO, at the M Bar, 1253 Vine St (at Fountain), Hollywood 90038; 323-856-0036. Doors open 7 pm for food, full bar and networking hour. Come early to meet and greet the artists. Scheduled to perform are STEPHANIE BENNETT, LOIS BLAISCH, CYNDI HARVELL, LARKIN McLEAN, & KRISTA MONE. Show starts at 8 pm. Open seating, no reservations. Admission is $10 general public, free for LAWiM members, plus $10 food OR drink minimum per person (club policy).
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This is the longest-running show of its kind in L.A., 21 years and counting. The Los Angeles Women in Music – LAWiM – is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Tonight’s lineup and more at www.lawim.com.
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Wed, Sep 12, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm FORTUNATE SON, the top CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL tribute band, 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”). Tix, $15.
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Wed, Sep 12:
8 pm ROCKLIND & RICHMOND play the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166. Preceded by free line dance lesson with Kathy at 7 pm. No cover.
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Wed, Sep 12:
8 pm “GUITAROLOGY” showcase at Bar Melody and Grill, 9132 S Sepulveda Bl, Los Angeles 90045; 310-670-1994.
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Wed, Sep 12:
Time tbd Live Entertainment, either Music or Comedy Night, sometimes Irish music, 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, Sep 12:
9 pm weekly “ACOUSTIC CORDIALE” showcase at Café Cordiale, 14015 Ventura Bl, Sherman Oaks 91423; 818-789-1985.
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Thursday September 13
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Thu, Sep 13:
5 pm KEN O'MALLEY plays his weekly solo show of authentic and original Irish music for Happy Hour at The Auld Dubliner, 71 S Pine Av, Long Beach 90802; www.aulddubliner.com.
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Thu, Sep 13:
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, Sep 13:
6 pm “THURSDAY NIGHT SOFA JAM” at Westwood Music, 1627 Westwood Bl, Los Angeles 90024; 310-478-4251.
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Thu, Sep 13, 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, 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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Thu, Sep 13:
7–9 pm twice-monthly “FLUSTERED FRETTERS FRETTED DULCIMER PRACTICE GROUP” welcomes all levels (2nd & 4th Thursdays). Info and location from Connie Allen at connie_allen@dulcimer.lover.org.
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Thu, Sep 13:
7:30-10:30 pm monthly “SOUL TWANG SONGWRITER NIGHT” with performing host EDDIE CUNNINGHAM, plus performances by a lineup of recording artists playing acoustic, at Cahuenga General Store (aka Hallenbecks), 5510 Cahuenga Bl, North Hollywood 91601; www.hallenbecks.net; www.MySpace.com/CahuengaGeneralStore; 818-985-5916. $10 donation.
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Thu, Sep 13:
7:30-11 pm DOOZY plays their weekly residency at the Culver Hotel, 9400 Culver Bl, Culver City 90232; www.culverhotel.com; 310-558-9400. A 1924 hotel with a glorious lobby. No cover.
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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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Thu, Sep 13:
8:30 pm JIMI NELSON BAND plays the first of two nights at the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166. Preceded by free line dance lesson with Marie at 7 pm. No cover.
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Thu, Sep 13:
9 pm monthly “L.A. HOOTENANNY” at Villains Tavern 1356 Palmetto St, downtown L.A.; www.villainstavern.com; 213-613-0766. The place is “a steampunk bar.”
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Thu, Sep 13:
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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Thu, Sep 13, in OC:
9:30 pm “MUSIC NIGHT” every Thursday at the Harp Inn Irish Pub, 130 E 17th St, Costa Mesa 92627; www.harpinn.com; 949-646-8855. Call before going; sometimes it’s a band, sometimes it’s karaoke (oh the horror).
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Weekend festivals get started early, but until tomorrow, they’re in other parts of the country...
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Friday’s FESTIVALS
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Fri-Sun, Sep 14-16, FESTIVAL & CONFERENCE,
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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,
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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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Friday’s
CONCERTS, CLUB GIGS, SHOWCASES, OPEN MICS, & more…
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Fri, Sep 14, FREE “EVENT-of-the-WEEK for ARTISTS:”
2 pm “MUST WE ALWAYS SING OF OURSELVES AS MEN HAVE SUNG: WOMEN, THE ARTS AND MUSIC” is a lecture-performance by CATONI CONLON, international expert in Renaissance poetry and choral music, in Alfred Newman Recital Hall (AHF), on the USC campus in Exposition Park, L.A.
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Dr. Conlon, Professor Emeritus at the University of Colorado at Boulder, explores how women were treated by society, the sometimes debasing texts that have driven or influenced that, and the status now, as it all interacts through music and art. Her presentation is based on her focused study through 40 years as a scholar and choral conductor.
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Co-sponsored by USC’s Thornton School of Music and the USC Fisher Museum of Art, the event includes a performance by the USC THORNTON CONCERT CHOIR, a mixed-voice ensemble. Open to all, free admission. Info, visionsandvoices@usc.edu.
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Fri, Sep 14:
2-4 pm monthly “PAT’S JAM” at Mambo Grill, 1118 Downey Av, Downey 90241. All types of tunes on all kinds of instruments, dulcimers welcome. Info, www.folkjam.org/recurring-jam/us/ca/downey/pats-folk-jam. Please rsvp this month to Pat, at 562-858-9003.
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Fri, Sep 14, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, in Tehachapi:
7 pm FREEBO, multiple award-winning singer-songwriter and bassist to top acts, plays Fiddler’s Crossing, 206 East F St, Tehachapi 93561; www.grungehobbit.com; 661-823-9994.
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Renown bassist Freebo has reinvented himself over the last 20 years as a compelling singer-songwriter. After a 30-year career providing the solid foundation for such artists as BONNIE RAITT, JOHN MAYALL, RINGO STARR, MARIA MULDAUR, NEIL YOUNG, and many other top names in blues and pop music, Freebo is now out front, giving inspiring and intimate concerts of songs that speak to spiritual nature and yearnings of humanity. One critic says Freebo's latest CD "sounds as if he's not really singing to you; he's talking to you. One of the best albums of the year."
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Freebo will be making his second appearance at Fiddlers Crossing. He and his wife Laurie now make their home in California Hot Springs, in the foothills of the Southern Sierras. He also leads a songwriting workshop on occasion in Bakersfield, so he is no stranger to Kern County.
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To folk, rock and blues musicians, Freebo is an icon. During his career as an in-demand bassist for stage and studio, he’s appeared on “Saturday Night Live,” “Midnight Special,” “Muppets Tonight,” and in concert with SPINAL TAP.
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During most of that time, Freebo didn't really think about songwriting. In an interview with ROZ LARMAN on radio’s "Folkscene," Freebo talked about his gradual "metamorphosis" into a singer-songwriter, backing himself up with guitar. "I never had any aspirations to be a songwriter," he told her. "But as I played with more and more people, I realized I had a lot of musical ideas, and as a bass player, I really couldn't get them into the music. I finally realized that if I wanted to get these ideas out, the song was the place to do that." Freebo said he was fortunate to have spent so much time around great songwriters while touring as a duo with BONNIE RAITT.
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This yearning for more creative expression drove Freebo to begin a process of "deep inner discovery" and make the conscious decision to tackle the challenges of songwriting in middle age, at the height of his career. Now, more than 20 years later, he says that this creative process has taken him to "a much higher level as a human being."
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Perhaps it's because he came to songwriting later in life that most of Freebo's lyrics have a deep spiritual resonance. He sings about such things as the "inner angel" that guides him, about the end of a life well lived deserving "a standing ovation," as well as social issues, including homelessness.
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Some of Freebo's songs have brought awards, including a Posi Award for "Best Song" in The Most Uniting Category, and the Los Angeles Music Award for "Best Folk Artist" in 2007. He has also won, and been a finalist in, several songwriting contests. He has just released his fourth CD, called "Something to Believe," with songs that show his musical range from blues and rock to folk and country.
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Another clue to Freebo's sensitivity to the deeper needs of humanity might be inferred from his childhood in a small coal mining town near Philadelphia. When he grew-up there, it had a population of 50,000. Today, he said, it's down to around 5,000. "There is not a lot of industry now," he said. "It's all been shipped to China."
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Freebo played piano and ukulele as a child, and tuba in the high school band. In college he picked up the guitar. His clear, resonant voice was a welcome addition to the bass section of both high school and college glee clubs. After college, he joined a local rock band that needed a bass player, and it proved a natural instrument for him. In 1967, he acquired the name "Freebo," and his birth name is now his well-kept secret.
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Tehachapi is a charming mountain town. Tickets for this show can be purchased next door at Mountain Music, at The Apple Shed, (Apple Shed will add a 5% service charge to all tickets) or may be reserved by calling 661-823-9994. Tix are $15, and coffee and goodies are included. Doors open at 6:30 pm for the best seats.
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Fri, Sep 14, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm HOT CLUB QUARTETTE brings its Djangostyle gypsy jazz 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, Sep 14:
8 pm DIRK HAMILTON plays McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497.
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Fri, Sep 14:
8 pm-1 am BB CHUNG KING, plus THE BUDDAHEADS, and THE BOBBY BLUEHOUSE BAND, play the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91006; www.arcadiabluesclub.com; 626-447-9349. Tix, $10 & 15.
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Fri, Sep 14, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, 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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Fri, Sep 14:
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, Sep 14, in Ventura:
Time tba GRANT LANGSTON & THE SUPERMODELS play Yolie’s, 138 W Main St, Ventura;www.HiHatEntertainment.com; 805-652-0338.
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Fri, Sep 14:
Time tbd “LIVE MUSIC NIGHT” every Friday at Sonny McLean’s Irish Pub, 2615 Wilshire Bl, Santa Monica 90403; 310-449-1811; www.sonnymcleans.com. Sometimes it’s Irish music, sometimes something else; call before you go to learn what.
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Fri, Sep 14, theater, through Sep 23, in Moorpark:
“REX BRAVO, THE WHISTLING COWBOY” at the High Street Arts Complex, 45 E High St, Moorpark; 805-529-8700. It tells the fictional tale of a famous 1930s singing (well, whistling) movie cowboy a la GENE AUTRY or ROY ROGERS. Except in the character’s “real” life, he’s more like JOHN CLEESE – a British actor far more comfortable in London’s West End than in the Old West. Together with “Steeves,” his gentleman’s gentleman, Rex travels to the town of Lizard Spit to perform at the Bombay Corral. Before the dust can settle on his immaculate rhinestones, a claim has been stolen, a prospector murdered, and Rex is framed for all of it.
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Fri, Sep 14, in Ventura:
8:30 pm “POLYNESIAN REVUE” at Hong Kong Inn, 435 E Thompson Bl, Ventura; www.hongkonginn.com; 805-648-3161. Runs Friday & Saturday nights.
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Fri, Sep 14:
9 pm JIMI NELSON BAND plays the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166. Preceded by free line dance lesson with Kathy at 7 pm. Plus, it’s their occasional “I love this bar” night, with specials. No cover.
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It sounds unlikely, but a weekend festival in Ventura that’s all about beer has some good blues music-makers tomorrow... today, it’s all about the beer.
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Saturday’s FESTIVALS
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Sat & Sun, Sep 15 & 16, FESTIVAL, in Ventura,
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 includes the “BLUES, BREWS & BBQs BLUES FESTIVAL,” a 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, 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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Sat, Sep 15, 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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Saturday’s
CONCERTS, CLUB GIGS, SHOWCASES, OPEN MICS, & more…
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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:”
2:30 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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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”). These guys are one of venue impresario BOB STANE’s favorite acts. 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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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, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7:30 & 10 pm “DAN NAVARRO BIRTHDAY BASH” requires two shows tonight to get it done, at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. $17.50.
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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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Sat, Sep 15:
8 pm-1 am LOS FABULOCOS bring their Cal-Mex polka, plus THE BOBBY BLUEHOUSE BAND, play the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91006; www.arcadiabluesclub.com; 626-447-9349. Tix, $7 & 12.
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Sat, Sep 15:
8-11 pm monthly “CONTRA DANCE” with a different band each month at the South Pasadena Woman’s Club, 1424 Fremont Av, South Pasadena. Come early for the dance lesson at 7:30 pm. $10 at door.
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Sat, Sep 15, theater, through Sep 23, in Moorpark:
“REX BRAVO, THE WHISTLING COWBOY” at the High Street Arts Complex, 45 E High St, Moorpark; 805-529-8700. It tells the fictional tale of a famous 1930s singing (well, whistling) movie cowboy a la GENE AUTRY or ROY ROGERS. Except in the character’s “real” life, he’s more like JOHN CLEESE – a British actor far more comfortable in London’s West End than in the Old West. Together with “Steeves,” his gentleman’s gentleman, Rex travels to the town of Lizard Spit to perform at the Bombay Corral. Before the dust can settle on his immaculate rhinestones, a claim has been stolen, a prospector murdered, and Rex is framed for all of it.
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Sat, Sep 15, in Ventura:
8:30 pm “POLYNESIAN REVUE” at Hong Kong Inn, 435 E Thompson Bl, Ventura; www.hongkonginn.com; 805-648-3161. Runs Friday & Saturday nights.
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Sat, Sep 15:
9 pm NEIL MORROW plays the first of two nights at the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166. Preceded by free couple dance lessons (two step, waltz, cowboy cha cha, El Paso, etc) with Linda Goldstein at 7 pm. No cover.
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Sat, Sep 15, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
10 pm “DAN NAVARRO BIRTHDAY BASH” requires two shows tonight(the first at 7:30 & ) to get it done, at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. $17.50.
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Sunday’s FESTIVALS
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Sun, Sep 16; Sat & Sun, Sep 15 & 16, FESTIVAL, in Ventura,
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 includes the “BLUES, BREWS & BBQs BLUES FESTIVAL,” a 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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Sun, Sep 16, 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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Sun, Sep 16, 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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Sunday’s
CONCERTS, CLUB GIGS, SHOWCASES, OPEN MICS, & more…
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Sun, Sep 16:
2-4 pm “IRISH COURTYARD CONCERT SERIES.” every Sunday at Muldoon’s, 202 Newport Ctr Dr, Newport Beach; 949-640-4110. Sometimes Irish roots music, sometimes Irish rock. Call venue to learn who is performing. No cover.
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Sun, Sep 16, NW of Lancaster:
4-8 pm “SUNDAY OPEN JAM,” folk, blues, singer-songwriter, more, every Sunday at WeeVill Market, 18348 West Ave D, NW of Lancaster; www.weevillmarket.com. There’s good BBQ, a full menu, “and good times.” Check in with Jim Olesh, WeeVill’s owner, and tell him you’d like to play. All levels welcome, a capella singers too.
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Sun, Sep 16:
6 pm NEIL MORROW plays the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166. Preceded by free beginners & intermediate line dance lessons with Charlotte at 4 pm, and FREE weekly BBQ at 5 pm. No Cover.
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Sun, Sep 16, in Santa Barbara, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
6:30 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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Sun, Sep 16:
6:30 pm KEN O’MALLEY brings his authentic and original Irish music to his twice-a-week (Wed & Sun) residency at Griffins of Kinsale, 1001 Mission St, South Pasadena 91030; 626-799-0926.
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Sun, Sep 16:
7 pm FREDDY JOHNSTON plays McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. $15.
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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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Sun, Sep 16, at the L.A. County Fair:
7:30 pm “MARIACHI USA FIESTA” with MARIACHI USA ALL STARZ, and MARIACHI USA BALLET FOLKLORICO, at the L.A. County Fair “Grandstand Concerts” series in a 90-minute condensation of the annual Hollywood Bowl event that concludes with a fireworks show, at the L.A. County Fairgrounds – Fairplex – in Pomona; www.fairplex.com. Some free tix are distributed at 3 pm on concert day; otherwise, tix range from $19.50 to $75, plus the always high processing charges at www.ticketmaster.com. Or buy at the fair and save the extra fees.
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The world’s largest county Fair runs the month of September. The Guide is listing only a few of the Fair’s concerts. While there is plenty to do and see, there is, unfortunately, profoundly less folk-americana and acoustic music than in past years. There is a smattering of music and dance in the traditions of Mexico, and there is some jazz, chiefly Latin jazz. And there are dozens of performances of one kind or another – children’s shows, magic shows, radio-Disney-derived-annoyances, etc. – on multiple stages, but unlike recent years, these stages won’t feature acoustic or Americana music. Though major national trends are moving away from sh-thump-thud / revolving door rehab / pop tart du jour / American Karaoke crap, musically, you’ll be dodging the sonic infestations and knots of head-bobbers at this year’s fair. It’s still worth going, but with a few exceptions, not for the music.
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A MUST-SEE at the fair is “GENIUS: A CELEBRATION OF AMERICAN INNOVATION” in Building 8. It’s an exhibition worthy of any major museum, with full-size WRIGHT BROTHERS aeroplanes, all of STEVE JOBS patents, an exhibit on HENRY FORD and the the development of automobile manufacturing, a tribute to GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER, and the best BENJAMIN FRANKLIN reenactor portraying the archetype American genius. You simply must spend time conversing with Ben, and you’ll find that the highlight of the fair.
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Fair admission is $17 adults, and does not include concert admission, unless you can capture those free tix distributed at 3 pm for that evening’s concert (each person who wants one of those tix must be present to receive it). Parking is another $14, but you can find free street parking north of the fairgrounds, if you don’t mind a walk in to reach the parking lot tram.
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Mon, Sep 17:
“ST. PRACTICE DAY” on the 17th of every month (except March) brings a night of live Irish music and more to O'Brien's Irish Pub & Restaurant, 2941 Main St, Santa Monica; www.obriensonmain.com; 310-396-4725. Contact venue to learn who is performing and what time they start.
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Mon, Sep 17:
8 pm weekly “TALENT CONTEST” with CHAD WATSON, who also performs, at the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166. This long-running contest for country / alt country / honky-tonk musicians has great prizes and has opened doors for many of its winners. Plus, the place and this event are always fun. Preceded by free two step dance lessons for beginners and intermediate levels with Ed at 7 pm. No cover.
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Sep 18-Nov 1; not music, but cool:
“SEA OF EXCHANGE,” the Los Angeles Printmaking Society’s inaugural exhibition, in collaboration with the “IRISH FILM FESTIVAL,” is presented in the Society’s new gallery in the Pacific Design Center, Space B273, West Hollywood; www.laprintmakers.com.
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“Sea of Exchange” is an exhibition of work by artists from Los Angeles and Ireland, honoring the cultural relationship between the two. The show focuses on artists as storytellers and how they explore the human condition. At the opening reception September 18, visiting artist DONAL MacPOLIN will begin building a currach – a traditional boat of Ireland – using hazel rods, over a five day period. When completed, the currach will be launched into the Pacific.
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Tue, Sep 18:
8 pm RIP MASTERS plays the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166. Preceded by free swing dance lesson with Ed at 7 pm. No cover.
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Wed, Sep 19:
8:30 pm COLDWATER CANYON plays the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166. Preceded by free line dance lesson with Kathy at 7 pm. No cover (and for THIS show, that’s somethin’!)
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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-Sun, Sep 21-23, East of the High Sierra, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
21st annual “MILLPOND MUSIC FESTIVAL” with LAURA LOVE, BIG BAD VOODOO DADDY, DAVE ALVIN, TOM RUSSELL, RONNY COX, PINE LEAF BOYS, JO HENLEY, SAMANTHA ROBUCHAUD, STRING THEORY, DEAD WINTER CARPENTERS, HUUN HUUR TU, LOS CENZOTLES, LITTLEST BIRDS, SWEETWATER STRING BAND, and MAMMAJOWALI – the band of WALTER STRAUSS, MAMADOU SIDIBE & JOE CRAVEN, at Millpond Park, 6 miles NE of Bishop; www.inyo.org; 760-873-8014.
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This is a delightful festival in beautiful surroundings. The folks at the Inyo Arts Council are outdoing themselves with this year’s lineup. Musical genius JOE CRAVEN emcees and sits-in with some of the featured acts. The campground jam scene is good, too. The Guide highly recommends you spend the money on the gas, and go. If you have the days available, go a few days early or stay after the festival and enjoy a hike or backpacking trip or some trout fishing in the High Sierra, or a hot spring soak in one of the nearby ponds.
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Tix range from a 3-day pass for $90 ($25 student) to one-day passes for $35 Sat or Sun, $25 Fri (one-day for students is $15, any single day.) On-site camping extra; motels available in town, if you reserve promptly.
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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 MINDY SMITH plus JAY NASH play McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. $15.
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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, in Ventura,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
1 pm 10th year anniversary “VENTURA HILLSIDES MUSIC FESTIVAL” with BLUES TRAVELER, ELVIN BISHOP, and DR. JOHN & THE LOWER 911 featuring JON CLEARY, in Arroyo Verde Park, Ventura; www.venturahillsides.org for info and tix.
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Sat & Sun, Sep 22 & 23, FESTIVAL,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
18th Annual “HARVEST FESTIVAL OF DULCIMERS” runs Saturday, 9 am-8 pm, 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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There’s a FREE noontime Saturday concert with GOLDEN STRINGS, FREE jams, and a newly-added “Open Mic at Noontime,” 11:30 am-12:45 pm. Signups for the latter are due by Sep 15 at dulcimer@scdh.org.
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A Saturday evening concert requires a ticket; performers are AARON O’ROURKE, ANDY YOUNG, & AL TAUBER.
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SATURDAY WORKSHOPS require the festival registration fee. These include Hammered Dulcimer; Fretted Dulcimer; Ukulele; Tin Whistle; Irish Rhythm Guitar; Irish Button Accordion; Percussion; and a really innovative one, Computer-Assisted Arranging of Folk Music.
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SUNDAY, 11 am-3 pm, things move to two other venues. The “Hammered Dulcimer Master Class in Gypsy Jazz” with ANDY YOUNG is at Island Bazaar, 16582 Gothard St, Suite R, Huntington Beach. The “Mountain Dulcimer Master Class” with AARON O’ROURKE emphasizes “Playing with Variety,” embellishing familiar fiddle tunes played at jams; it’s in a private residence in Garden Grove. Reservations get directions.
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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, in OC:
5-7 pm monthly “OPEN JAM” welcomes all acoustic instruments, sponsored by The Living Tradition at Anaheim Community Center, 250 E Center St, Anaheim; www.TheLivingTradition.org. First hour is a slow jam.
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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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Sat, Sep 22, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm BLAME SALLY plays McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. $17.50.
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Sat, Sep 22:
8 pm KRIS COLT & THE BLACK ROSE BAND, purveyors of Irish music with lots of festival bookings, play tonight as a trio, at the Tam O’Shanter, 2980 Los Feliz Bl, Los Feliz; www.lawrysonline.com/tam-oshanter; 323-664-0228. Band info, www.kriscolt.com.
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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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Sun, Sep 23, …:
3 pm “NDUGU CHANCLER: 60 YEARS OF LIFE & MUSIC” by the drummer from MICHAEL JACKSON’S “Billie Jean,” who has played a key role in jazz and pop for the past 60 years; presented by USC’s Thornton School of Music in Bovard Auditorium, on the USC Campus in Exposition Park, L.A.
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He has performed with everyone from FRANK SINATRA to SANTANA and WEATHER REPORT.
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Joining Chancler are bassist ALPHONSO JOHNSON, internationally acclaimed composer-producer-pianist PATRICE RUSHEN, world-renowned vocalist GREG WALKER, and Grammy-winning saxophone player ERNIE WATTS.
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Free and open to all, but reservations are required at https://www.usc.edu/dept/pubrel/visionsandvoices/RSVP/reserve/General_Multi.php?RSVPEvtCode=362
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Sun, Sep 23, in Santa Barbara:
7 pm BONNIE RAITT plays the Santa Barbara Bowl, 1122 N. Milpas St., Santa Barbara; 805-962-7411; www.sbbowl.com.
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Sun, Sep 23, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm ROY ZIMMERMAN, the best sociopolitical comic singer-songwriter today, plays McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. $15.
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Sun, Sep 23, at the L.A. County Fair:
7:30 pm PISTOL ANNIES, the country trio ensemble of MIRANDA LAMBERT, ASHLEY MONROE, and ANGALEENA PRESLEY, plays the L.A. County Fair “Grandstand Concerts” series at the L.A. County Fairgrounds – Fairplex – in Pomona; www.fairplex.com. Some free tix are distributed at 3 pm on concert day; otherwise, tix range from $19.50 to $100, plus the always high processing charges at www.ticketmaster.com. Or buy at the fair and save the extra fees.
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The world’s largest county Fair runs the month of September. The Guide is listing only a few of the Fair’s concerts. While there is plenty to do and see, there is, unfortunately, profoundly less folk-americana and acoustic music than in past years. There is a smattering of music and dance in the traditions of Mexico, and there is some jazz, chiefly Latin jazz. And there are dozens of performances of one kind or another – children’s shows, magic shows, radio-Disney-derived-annoyances, etc. – on multiple stages, but unlike recent years, these stages won’t feature acoustic or Americana music. Though major national trends are moving away from sh-thump-thud / revolving door rehab / pop tart du jour / American Karaoke crap, musically, you’ll be dodging the sonic infestations and knots of head-bobbers at this year’s fair. It’s still worth going, but with a few exceptions, not for the music.
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A MUST-SEE at the fair is “GENIUS: A CELEBRATION OF AMERICAN INNOVATION” in Building 8. It’s an exhibition worthy of any major museum, with full-size WRIGHT BROTHERS aeroplanes, all of STEVE JOBS patents, an exhibit on HENRY FORD and the the development of automobile manufacturing, a tribute to GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER, and the best BENJAMIN FRANKLIN reenactor portraying the archetype American genius. You simply must spend time conversing with Ben, and you’ll find that the highlight of the fair.
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Fair admission is $17 adults, and does not include concert admission, unless you can capture those free tix distributed at 3 pm for that evening’s concert (each person who wants one of those tix must be present to receive it). Parking is another $14, but you can find free street parking north of the fairgrounds, if you don’t mind a walk in to reach the parking lot tram.
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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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Fri-Sun, Sep 28-30, in Ventura County and Santa Monica:
“NEW WEST SYMPHONY MASTERPIECE SERIES” 18th season brings performances over three days to Oxnard Performing Arts Center, Thousand Oaks Performing Arts Plaza, and Santa Monica High School. Tix range from $25-$98, at www.newwestsymphony.org or 866-776-8400.
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Fri, Sep 28, in Santa Barbara:
7 pm CROSBY, STILLS & NASH play the Santa Barbara Bowl, 1122 N. Milpas St., Santa Barbara; 805-962-7411; www.sbbowl.com.
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Fri, Sep 28, at the L.A. County Fair:
7:30 pm CHARLIE DANIELS BAND plus 38 SPECIAL and OUTLAWS plays the L.A. County Fair “Grandstand Concerts” series at the L.A. County Fairgrounds – Fairplex – in Pomona; www.fairplex.com. Some free tix are distributed at 3 pm on concert day; otherwise, tix range from $19.50 to $100, plus the always high processing charges at www.ticketmaster.com. Or buy at the fair and save the extra fees.
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The world’s largest county Fair runs the month of September. The Guide is listing only a few of the Fair’s concerts. While there is plenty to do and see, there is, unfortunately, profoundly less folk-americana and acoustic music than in past years. There is a smattering of music and dance in the traditions of Mexico, and there is some jazz, chiefly Latin jazz. And there are dozens of performances of one kind or another – children’s shows, magic shows, radio-Disney-derived-annoyances, etc. – on multiple stages, but unlike recent years, these stages won’t feature acoustic or Americana music. Though major national trends are moving away from sh-thump-thud / revolving door rehab / pop tart du jour / American Karaoke crap, musically, you’ll be dodging the sonic infestations and knots of head-bobbers at this year’s fair. It’s still worth going, but with a few exceptions, not for the music.
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A MUST-SEE at the fair is “GENIUS: A CELEBRATION OF AMERICAN INNOVATION” in Building 8. It’s an exhibition worthy of any major museum, with full-size WRIGHT BROTHERS aeroplanes, all of STEVE JOBS patents, an exhibit on HENRY FORD and the the development of automobile manufacturing, a tribute to GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER, and the best BENJAMIN FRANKLIN reenactor portraying the archetype American genius. You simply must spend time conversing with Ben, and you’ll find that the highlight of the fair.
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Fair admission is $17 adults, and does not include concert admission, unless you can capture those free tix distributed at 3 pm for that evening’s concert (each person who wants one of those tix must be present to receive it). Parking is another $14, but you can find free street parking north of the fairgrounds, if you don’t mind a walk in to reach the parking lot tram.
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Fri, Sep 28, in Agoura Hills:
8 pm THE GIN BLOSSOMS plus HARLEY JAY and MY DISTRACTION at The Canyon Club, 28912 Roadside Dr, Agoura Hills; www.canyonclub.net; 818-879-5016.
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Fri, Sep 28:
8 pm MATT THE ELECTRICIAN plus JOHN ELLIOTT play a double-bill at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. $15.
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Sat & Sun, Sep 29 & 30, FESTIVAL:
20th Annual “ST. AMBROSE FEIS” Irish celebration, all day, both days, with a Saturday evening benefit show of Irish music and dance at the Burbank Airport Marriott. Details at www.clearyirishdance.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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Sat, Sep 29:
8 pm VAL McCALLUM plays McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. $15.
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Sun, Sep 30, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm “THE FRED EAGLESMITH TRAVELING STEAM SHOW” with MARY GAUTHIER happens tonight at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. $22.50.
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OCTOBER EVENTS…
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Tue, Oct 2:
9:30 am monthly “FRIENDS OF IRELAND BREAKFAST” “open to everyone with an appreciation of Ireland and all things Irish.” For location and info, contact Allene at alleneb@gmail.com or call Pete at 714-200-7365. Held first Tuesday, every month.
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Fri-Sun, Oct 5-7, FESTIVAL, in San Francisco:
The 12th annual “HARDLY STRICTLY BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL” is now the nation’s largest music festival, and the largest FREE music festival. It takes-over Hellman Hollow and Lindley & Mark Meadows in Golden Gate Park in the City by the Bay with multiple stages and more roots-americana music than you can comprehend.
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Confirmed so far are THE DEL McCOURY BAND, JERRY DOUGLAS, STEVE EARLE & THE DUKES, O’BRIEN PARTY OF 7, RALPH STANLEY & THE CLINCH MOUNTAIN BOYS, DWIGHT YOAKUM, PETER ROWAN, ELVIS COSTELLO SOLO, LAURIE LEWIS & THE RIGHT HANDS, BUDDY MILLER, CHUCK PROPHET & THE MISSION EXPRESS, NICK LOWE, PATTI SMITH, ROBERT EARL KEEN, THE MILK CARTON KIDS, HEARTLESS BASTARDS, SON VOLT, AMANDA SHAW & THE CUTE GUYS, THE SOUL REBELS, TODD SNIDER, THE TIME JUMPERS, SARA WATKINS, PATTY GRIFFIN, CHUCK MEAD & HIS GRASSY KNOLL BOYS, THE WANDERING, MIKE FARRIS & THE ROSELAND RHYTHM REVIEW, LITTLE GREEN CARDS, and a couple dozen more, with more to come.
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Yep, amazing, astonishing, and a few hundred other good superlatives all apply. Main thing you need to do is make arrangements for a place to stay. And then send a message to the boneheads who run all the big record labels to tell them you don’t give a rat’s behind for the sh-thump-thud / revolving-door-rehab / pop-tart-du-jour stuff they peddle, but the LARGEST music event in the country books people you will travel to see and whose recordings you DO buy.
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The festival’s website, www.strictlybluegrass.com, lets you play a “listen and identify” guessing game of who’s performing this year, and it reveals more artists and bands continually.
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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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Fri, Oct 5:
8 & 10 pm ROBYN HITCHCOCK plays two different shows, no songs repeated, tonight at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. $25.
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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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Sat, Oct 6, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm THE DUSTBOWL REVIVAL plays McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. $15.
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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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Sun, Oct 7:
7 pm LLOYD COLE plays McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. $22.50.
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Sun, Oct 7, in Agoura Hills:
8 pm KENNY WAYNE SHEPERD plus TERESA RUSSELL bring a superb night of blues at The Canyon Club, 28912 Roadside Dr, Agoura Hills; www.canyonclub.net; 818-879-5016.
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Thu, Oct 11, in Agoura Hills:
8 pm JOHN SEBASTIAN, plus JIMMY VIVINO, OLD AGOURA, & PRESERVATION SONG SOCIETY, at The Canyon Club, 28912 Roadside Dr, Agoura Hills; www.canyonclub.net; 818-879-5016.
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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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Fri, Oct 12, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm STAN RIDGWAY plays McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. $20.
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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 Ojai:
7 pm LEO KOTTKE plays the Libby Bowl in Ojai. Get tix promptly, while you still can, at www.ticketswest.com or 800-992-8499.
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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, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm RONEE BLAKLEY plays McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. $15.
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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 14:
11 am EARTHWORM ENSEMBLE plays the “Matinee Kids Show” at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. $8.
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Sun. Oct 14, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm SHANNON McNALLY and AMY LaVERE play McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. $ 15.
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Thu-Sun, Oct 18-21, CONFERENCE, in OC,
an “EVENT-of-the-WEEK” for ARTISTS pick:
“FOLK ALLIANCE REGION WEST FAR-WEST CONFERENCE” at the Hyatt Regency Irvine, 17900 Jamboree Rd, Irvine 92614; hotel, 949-975-1234. Conference rate for rooms cuts-off on Sep 27. Conference and FAR-West registration info & contacts, www.far-west.org.
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“Official” showcases will present the following performers: DARRYL PURPOSE, BARRY McGUIRE, SMALL POTATOES, JOHNSMITH, BATDORF & STANLEY, SUGAR IN THE GOURD, MICHAEL McCARTY, GREG TROOPER, TRIPTYCH, FOLDING MR. LINCOLN, MELISSA GREENER, SEVERIN BROWNE, HARD ROAD TRIO, & PATRICK LANDEZA.
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This annual event roams up and down the West coast year-by-year, and always brings seminars, panel discussions, presentations, “Best of the West” awards, and performances in “official” and “guerilla” showcases (the latter are sanctioned, too, and included in the event program), plus master classes, and new this year, a contra dance.
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Thu, Oct 18, in Agoura Hills:
8 pm LEON RUSSELL plus PAUL KENNY at The Canyon Club, 28912 Roadside Dr, Agoura Hills; www.canyonclub.net; 818-879-5016.
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Fri, Oct 19:
8 pm-1 am BERNIE PEARL with BIG TERRY, plus THE BOBBY BLUEHOUSE BAND, play the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91006; www.arcadiabluesclub.com; 626-447-9349. Tix, $7 & 12.
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Sat, Oct 20:
8-11 pm monthly “CONTRA DANCE” with music by LES AMIS, the band with DANIEL SLOSSBERG on fiddle, JIM SCHEEL on guitars, MARK BURRILL on accordion and foot percussion, and NED BOYER on harmonica and recorders, at the South Pasadena Woman’s Club, 1424 Fremont Av, South Pasadena. Series brings a different band each month. Come early for the dance lesson at 7:30 pm. $10 at door.
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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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Wed-Sun, Oct 31-Nov 4, in Colorado:
Annual “DURANGO COWBOY GATHERING” with IAN TYSON and champion poet DORIS DALEY.
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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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Sat, Nov 10, in Agoura Hills:
8 pm THE LITTLE RIVER BAND, plus BEN BABYLON BAND and SOUTHBOUND BLUES, at The Canyon Club, 28912 Roadside Dr, Agoura Hills; www.canyonclub.net; 818-879-5016.
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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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Sat, Nov 17, in Agoura Hills:
8 pm DAVE MASON, plus KARMA DEALERS and PAUL KENNY, at The Canyon Club, 28912 Roadside Dr, Agoura Hills; www.canyonclub.net; 818-879-5016.
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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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Sat, Dec 29, in Agoura Hills:
8 pm DONAVON FRANKENTEITER at The Canyon Club, 28912 Roadside Dr, Agoura Hills; www.canyonclub.net; 818-879-5016.
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2013 ~ Way, way ahead, in the far-off future…
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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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Feb 15, 2013, in Agoura Hills, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm OTTMAR LIEBERT, one of the planet’s greatest guitarists, plus LUNA NEGRA, at The Canyon Club, 28912 Roadside Dr, Agoura Hills; www.canyonclub.net; 818-879-5016.
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Mar 30, 2013, 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, 2013, 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, 2013:
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, 2013, 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, 2013:
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, 2013:
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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