Saturday & Sunday Music, apart from the Festivals -- June 15 & 16, 2013

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Don't worry: the Guide DOES have the most extensive and inclusive coverage of FESTIVALS, so thorough that it needs its own edition, at:
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http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2013/06/festival-crrraaazy-weekend-is-here-june.html?m=0
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(Or just get there through the sidebar at left).
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This edition?
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Hard to believe, but there IS more happening that's not part of all those festivals. Here's what else is up, on the concert and workshop scene, and across the vast array if venues large and small.
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Quick interruption for late arrivals:
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LATE ADDITION...
Sat, Jun 15, in Altadena:
6:30-8:30 pm "ACOUSTIC SERENADE" at Amy's Patio Cafe Breakfast & Brunch Restaurant, 900 E Altadena Dr, Altadena 91001.
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Be serenaded tonight at Amy's Patio Cafe by the likes of Duane Thorin and more, with fabulous jazz guitarist Glenn Hair. Ukulele Donna will do a song or two.
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Sun, Jun 16, on TV:
5 pm (Pacific) JACKSON BROWNE premieres his new album and DVD, " I'll Do Anything," with an intimate live acoustic performance on AXS TV, on cable and satellite.
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Jackson Browne, an American icon, brings his unique brand of honest, emotional and personal songwriting to this intimate acoustic performance. In this special AXS TV premiere, Browne performs songs from his entire body of work.
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AXS TV is also giving you a chance to win your own DVD copy of the concert, and since Jackson is on tour, they're adding chances to win tour tickets.
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It's on at 5 Pacific, 8 pm Eastern.
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Saturday's Sections:
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1)  Workshop for Artists
2)  Festivals
3)  Festival special on web radio
4)  Concerts, Club Gigs, Coffee Houses, and other notable live performances and events
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1)  Workshop for Artists:
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Sat, Jun 15;
Jun 15 & Jul 20:
WORKSHOP,
in Culver City:
10:30 am-1 pm "CRAFTING THE SHORT STORY" - in Two Parts, June15 and July 20, at Veterans Memorial Building, 4117 Overland Av (at Culver Bl), Culver City. Free parking; enter on Culver.
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PART 1 on Saturday, June 15: Peter Balaskas will discuss the craft of short story writing, the importance of writing cogently for brevity and impact, and various critical elements of this special writing genre.In a nutshell: What do I as an editor look for when publishing short stories in published anthologies?
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The June 15 seminar will be divided into two halves. In the first half, Peter will discuss the CREATIVE aspects of short story writing: plot, styles, themes, etc. In the second half, after the break, he will discuss the BUSINESS aspects of short story writing: where to submit work, how to find trustworthy editors, how to write cover letters when submitting your work, etc.
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PART 2: Saturday, July 20, 10:30 am-1 pm, is strictly a writer's workshop, where Peter will teach and moderate. Everyone brings 5 pages of material. Peter will give an introduction of the seminar, explain critiquing rules, followed by individuals reading excerpts of their work, to be critiqued by the participants.
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You can take either Part 1 (June 15) or Part 2 (July 20), or both for a reduced rate. See below.
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PETER BALASKAS has been a chemist, theatre actor, NBC page, NBC camera technician and founder and owner of his own award-winning publishing company, Ex Machina Press, until he finally found his own professional groove as a copyeditor, voice-over artist, SEO web page writer, and speculative fiction writer. Peter was awarded "2007 Publisher of the Year" by the DIY Book Festival in Los Angeles, and "2009 Publicist of the Year" by the Book Publicists of Southern California for his work as Managing Editor and Marketing Manager of Ex Machina Press. His first book, "The Grandmaster," was awarded Best Science Fiction Novel of 2007 by the Hollywood Book Festival. His horror story collection, "In Our House," was nominated for the 2012 Pushcart Prize for Fiction. He also serves as a journalist for Splash, Newport Beach, and Bespoke magazines. Peter is now researching and writing his first full-length supernatural crime thriller, and he will tell you he has "the chronic morning sickness to prove it."
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More at www.peterabalaskas.com
and www.IWOSC.org
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Reservations are required and accepted by email only, at info@iwosc.org
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ADMISSION: Either day, as a stand-alone seminar, $35. (IWOSC members $15.)  BOTH seminars, $50. (IWOSC members $25.)
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2)  FESTIVALS this weekend:
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This is just a LIST OF FESTIVALS that are covered IN DETAIL in the Guide's separate edition:

• HUCK FINN'S JUBILEE, Fri-Sun, Jun 14-16, in Ontario

• LIVE OAK MUSIC FESTIVAL, Fri-Sun, Jun 14-16, in Santa Barbara Co.

• CLAREMONT FOLK FESTIVAL, Sat, Jun 15 only, in Claremont

• BIG IRISH FAIR, Sat & Sun, Jun 15 & 16, in OC (Silverado)

• OAK HEART COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL, Sat, Jun 15 only, in Thousand Oaks

• ROADSHOW REVIVAL, Sat, Jun 15 only, in Ventura

• LOS ANGELES FILM FESTIVAL (includes live music), Sat, Jun 15; runs Jun 13-Jun 23, in L.A.

• HOLLYWOOD FRINGE FESTIVAL, through Jun 30, in Hollywood

• PLAYBOY JAZZ FESTIVAL, Sat, Jun 15 only, at the Hollywood Bowl

• SANTA CRUZ CELTIC MUSIC FESTIVAL / SANTA CRUZ SCOTTISH FESTIVAL / SCOTTISH RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL / HIGHLAND GAMES & CELTIC GATHERING, Sat & Sun, Jun 15 & 16, in Northern Cal  (Watsonville)

• FATHERS DAY BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL, Sat & Sun, Jun 15 & 16, in Northern Cal  (Grass Valley)

• CLEARWATER FESTIVAL, Sat & Sun, Jun 15 & 16, on the Hudson River in New York

• BONNAROO, in Tennessee, and on web radio, "CELEBRATE AMERICANA AT BONNAROO," Thu-Sun, Jun 13-16 (see write-up)
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3)  Festival special on web radio
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Fri, Jun 14; Thu-Sun, Jun 13-16, web radio for
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CELEBRATE AMERICANA AT "BONNAROO" or just dig the Bonnaroo lineup with the new 26-song "Americana Bonnaroo" playlist on Spotify, at:
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4)  Concerts, Club Gigs, Coffee Houses, and other notable live performances and events
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Sat, Jun 15;  ongoing, in L.A.:
Daily "RINGO: PEACE & LOVE," a major temporary exhibition, is at the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles 90015. Tix and info, 213-765-6800; www.grammymuseum.org.
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The Guide ran a full feature story in the June 12 edition, available in the sidebar at left.
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It isn't just the first major exhibition to explore the life and extraordinary career of seven-time GRAMMY Award® winner and iconic BEATLE RINGO STARR. It's also the first major exhibit anywhere, ever dedicated to a drummer. The GRAMMY Museum put this together in cooperation with Ringo Starr himself. Available, including a special 17-minute film, with museum admission.
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Entrance is on Figueroa, just S of Olympic (official address is 800 W Olympic Bl, Suite A245). It's one block from STAPLES Center.  You can walk from the Red Line subway or the Blue Line light rail's Chic Hearne Station and avoid expensive parking fees in the area.
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Sat, Jun 15, in Altadena:
3 pm "A HISTORY OF IRISH MUSIC" performed by KEN O'MALLEY as the latest of his masterful music and storytelling themed shows, at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; reservations (10 am-10 pm) 626-798-6236; info, www.coffeegallery.com/showsat.htm.
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The history of Irish music has been influenced throughout the centuries by spirituality, religion, wars and emigration. As a country on the edge of Western Europe, it had both the isolated position of its island heritage and the constant flow of merchants, sailors, mercenary soldiers, and itinerant musicians from near and far to add the color and the vibrance that became the music and dance of Ireland, and by extension, much of America.
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Ken will give the audience a broad look at what has remained one of Ireland's greatest treasures...its music.
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With songs in both English and Irish Gaelic, a Ken O'Malley performance is suitable for all ages and has something for everyone. As one longtime fan says, "the songs Ken sings touch all of us, Irish or not, to the very core of the human heart."
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Tix, $18 (includes a $2 discount coupon for next show).
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Sat, Jun 15; ongoing, Jun 6-23, in Pasadena:
4 & 8 pm "SLEEPLESS IN SEATTLE -THE MUSICAL," based on the award-winning film, is a world-premiere musical stage play bringing the beloved romantic comedy to life at the Pasadena Playhouse,
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DISCOUNT TIX:
Now through June 23 you can see the show for 20% off, using the code
SLEEP20
at https://pasadenaplayhouse.secure.force.com/ticket/#details_a0NG000000ApKp4MAF
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"Sleepless In Seattle - The Musical" runs Jun 6-Jun 23; Tuesdays-Fridays at 8 pm, Saturdays at 4 & 8 pm, Sundays at 2 & 7 pm.
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Sat, Jun 15, in Sierra Madre:
6:30 pm PASADENA COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA plays the "Summer Concert in the Park" series in the city park in Sierra Madre. Free.
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Sat, Jun 15, in Lakewood:
6:30 Weekly "BLUEGRASS CONCERT" with different bands each week, at Me N Eds Pizza Parlor, 4115 Paramount Bl, Lakewood 90712; 562-421-8908.
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Sat, Jun 15, in Altadena:
7 pm NEW WEST "Together Again - One Night Tour" at Bob & Marie Mann's "Big Hat House Concert Series" in Altadena. Seating is limited; reservations get directions by email, at big.hat@sbcglobal.net
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This dynamic trio features award-winning songwriter Mike Fleming, renowned lead guitarist Raul Reynoso, and the incredibly talented David Jackson on bass. Winner of three best song awards from the Academy of Western Artists and The Western Music Association, and the Will Rogers Award for Best Western Group, New West has been a featured act at the Elko National Cowboy Poetry Gathering, the Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival, the Strawberry Music Festival in Northern California, the NAMM music industry show, and more. Together, this trio of accomplished artists deliver songs that create vivid images of a true and timeless west.
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Check-out this YouTube video, "New West: Buckaroo Dream " shot at the sold-out annual Shubb Capo Concert at the 2013 NAMM Show:
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=APXA4-9HNrc&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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Door at 6 pm. Light refreshments served.  $25 per person suggested cash donation requested at the door. Advance reservations required. Seats are limited. More at www.bighatonline.com
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Sat, Jun 15,
BENEFIT,
in Burbank:
7 pm-1:30 am "FINIS TASBY BENEFIT" at
Joe's Great American Bar & Grill, 4311 W Magnolia Bl, Burbank 91505.
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Finis Tasby needs the musical community's assistance. He had a stroke and musicians are reaching out to get him some help.
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Performances by:
• Toni Dodd & Southbound Blues
• Junior Watson
• Kellys' Lot
• The King Brothers
• Johnny Main
• Mighty Mojo Prophets
• Tommy Marsh
• Delgado Brothers
• Randy Chorthoff
• Kirk Fletcher
• Jan Garfinkle
• Little Barry G & Greasefire
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Venue is 21+. If you have any questions regarding Finis health please contact Angie Jackson @ BluzL8y@aol.com.
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If you would like to donate physical items like T-shirts, CDs, etc., contact Toni at: tonineric@verizon.net
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Checks, Money Orders and cards can be sent to: Finis Tasby Medical Fund, PO Box 244, Fullerton CA 92836.
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Sat, Jun 15, in Pasadena:
7 pm JAMES INTVELDT & HIS SWING SINNERS play a dance with instruction, sponsored by the Pasadena Ballroom Dance Association / Pasadena Swing Dancing Association, at the Grace Hall, 73 N Hill Av, Pasadena 91106.
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Doors at 6 pm; Dance Lessons at 7 pm; Band starts at 8 pm. Admission $15, includes refreshments.
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Sat, Jun 15, in SFV (Atwater Village):
7 pm JESSICA FICHOT and her quartet play the annual "ATWATER ARTWALK" at 3149 Glendale Bl, L.A. 90039; www.atwaterartwalk.com
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Jessica is that delightful accordion-playing French chanteusse. She says, "The band and I have been on a really fun tour for the past week, across California, Nevada and Arizona -- you can check out photos and updates on my facebook music page, https://www.facebook.com/jessicafichotmusic."
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She adds, "The Atwater Artwalk is a small street performance, but I'm very happy to be performing in my very own neighborhood, Atwater Village, for this annual event."
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Sat, Jun 15, in Altadena:
7 pm THE UNTOUCHABLES, a classic jazz ensemble and favorite of venue impresario Bob Stane, plays the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Ave), Altadena 92675; reservations, 626-798-6236.
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The Untouchables are an ensemble of enchanting young musicians. Keyboardist Eric Engler hails from jazzy Chicago, but now calls Southern California home. Drummer Shan Haupt plays not only a mean set of traditional drums, but he is also a master of the Tabla. Vocalist Nora Sagal will charm you with her soulful renditions of "Fever!" and "Bye Bye Blackbird," while Matthew Schwartz has been nicknamed the "Sexy Saxophone Man."  Josh Spry rounds out the group with his ultra-cool command of stand-up bass.
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The Untouchables' repertoire includes jazz instrumental favorites,such as "Blue Bossa" and "Take Five." The combo is mentored by jazz composer & keyboardist extraordinaire Dave Siebels.
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These young people have performed at the Oakmont Country Club, the Pasadena Hilton,  the City of La Canada's 9-10-11 celebration in Memorial Park, and at various fundraising events all over the Pasadena area. As one of their fans said,"I can't tell you how much everyone enjoyed The Untouchables! They are quite a group (and) I predict the group is well on their way to STARDOM!"
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Sat, Jun 15, in OC (Anaheim):
7:30 pm FREEBO and SEVERIN BROWNE play a co-bill at the "Living Tradition Concert Series" at the Anaheim Downtown Community Center, 250 E Center St, Anaheim; www.thelivingtradition.org; reservations 949-646-1964.
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Admission, $16 ($13 for Living Tradition members); one child under age 18 is free with each paid adult.
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Sat, Jun 15, in OC (Mission Viejo):
7:30 pm FRANK VIGNOLA plays the second of two shows for the "Lord Of The Strings Concert Series," this one in the Mission Viejo Civic Center  100 Civic Center Dr, Mission Viejo 92691; tix & info, 949-842-2227 or 949-244-6656.
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Sat, Jun 15, in San Diego Co. (Encinitas):
7:30 pm  PEGGY WATSON and DEBORAH LIV JOHNSON play the "San Diego Folk Heritage" series at San Dieguito United Methodist Church, 170 Calle Magdalena, Encinitas 92024; 858-566-4040.
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Sat, Jun 15, in NoHo:
7:30 pm Monthly "YOUNG TALENT NIGHT" presented by "Los Angeles Women in Music" (LAWIM) as a monthly showcase featuring young performers, at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230 1/2 Laurel Cyn Bl, North Hollywood.
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Tonight features performances by Mia Beckerman, Hanna Carter, Ashley Rezvani, Danielle Beckerman, and Sabrina Lentini.
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Included is a "special gift presentation" from LAWIM's "Instrument Collection Program" and a gift recording session from sponsor Readymix Music. Last month, LAWIM President Leanne Summers presented a Line 6 Spider III Guitar Amp from LAWIM's Instrument Collection Drive to the classrooms and stages at "A Place Called Home," a residential youth program.
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Hosted by Songwriter-Guitarist LESLIE STODDARD, YTN is part of LAWIM's commitment to nurture up-and-coming talent and reach out to the community.
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Info on YTN and donating to the instrument program is at http://www.lawim.com/events/young-talent-night
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You can watch live, online, from anywhere. Log in early, as it may become congested from lots of traffic:  www.kulakswoodshed.com/webcast-high
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Email the performers during the show at: kulakswebcast@yahoo.com.
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Sat, Jun 15, in Newhall (Santa Clarita):
7:30 pm GRATEFUL DUDES play their long-running weekly residency at Vincenzo's Pizza, 24500 Lyons Av, Newhall 91350. They often have very impressive guests sitting-in.
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Sat, Jun 15, in SFV (NoHo):
7:30 pm Monthly "ARC MUSIC NIGHT" at the ARC Center, 6456 Whitsett Av, North Hollywood 91606; info, contact LSchallert@aol.com.
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Sat, Jun 15, in SFV (Granada Hills):
7:30 pm SONGMAKERS monthly "ONION BAGEL OPEN STAGE & JAM" at Temple Beth Torah, 16651 Rinaldi St, Granada Hills 91344.
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Sat, Jun 15, in Santa Monica:
8 pm  DAN NAVARRO plays McCabe's, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-824-4497; www.mccabes.com.
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Though he's best known for his decades-long partnership with the late Eric Lowen (which produced Pat Benatar's mega-hit "We Belong," among many, many others), Dan is a world-class singer-songwriter in his own right.
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When Lowen's battle with ALS forced Navarro to go solo in 2009, Dan forged ahead. He released "Live At McCabe's," on which he was backed by his friends Stonehoney. More recently, he's added "Voice Actor" to a resumé that includes hundreds of songs, jingles, and recordings. Now he returns to McCabe's for another full band show as he completes work on his latest CD, "Shed My Skin."
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Dan is joined by the great players he's recording with -- Steve Postell on guitar, Phil Parlapiano on keys and accordion, Jon Ossman on upright bass, and Brendan Buckley on drums.
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McCabe's booker Lincoln Myerson says, "We're thrilled to welcome him back, and can't recommend this show highly enough." The Guide concurs.
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Tix, $17.50.
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Sat, Jun 15, in Arcadia:
8 pm COREY STEVENS, plus the BOBBY BLUEHOUSE BAND, at the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia.
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Good food with generous portions; full bar. Take earplugs. Seriously. Reasonable cover charge.
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Sat, Jun 15, in L.A.:
8 pm JIMMY WEBB, songwriter who wrote the '60s classic "MacArthur Park," performs it in MacArthur Park for his first time ever, at the "Levitt Pavilion L.A." summer concert series at
Levitt Pavilion at MacArthur Park, 2230 W 6th St, Los Angeles 90057; 213-384-5701.
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Sat, Jun 15, in Culver City:
8 pm STEVE JAMES plays Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City 90230; 310-398-2583.
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Sat, Jun 15; Thu-Sat, Jun 13-15, in OC (Costa Mesa):
8 pm THE MIDTOWN MEN (originally the leads in the Tony Award-winning musical "Jersey Boys") play the final concert of the 2012-13 Pacific Symphony's Pops season, led by Principal Pops Conductor Richard Kaufman, in the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall in Costa Mesa.
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Called “Ambassadors of the ’60s,” the four stars of The Midtown Men bring their Broadway talent, top-shelf choreography and unique onstage chemistry to three nights of orchestra-backed performances. Taking the world by storm as the original cast of the Broadway hit “Jersey Boys,” the talented quartet reunites as The Midtown Men.
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They perform favorite 1960s hits from The Four Seasons, The Beatles, The Beach Boys, Motown and more, all backed by the lush sounds of the full symphony orchestra.
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Tony Award-winner Christian Hoff, Michael Longoria, Daniel Reichard and Tony Award-nominee J. Robert Spencer share their old-school singing style in a one-of-a-kind concert experience celebrating the music that defined the ’60s.
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The concert runs Thursday through Saturday. Advance tix at www.pacificsymphony.org.
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Sat, Jun 15, in San Pedro:
8 pm GOLDEN STATE POPS ORCHESTRA performs at the Warner Grand in San Pedro.
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Golden State Pops continues its tribute to record label Varèse Sarabande with a concert of favorites from composers JOHN WILLIAMS and JOEL McNEELY.
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Tickets, $21-$60.
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Sat, Jun 15, in Burbank:
8 pm  JUDE CICCOLELLA, musician and veteran actor (Body of Proof, NCIS, Shawshank Redemption) brings his first rate band for an evening of classic rock, folk, pop and more, at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank.
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Also at 8 pm, on the Front Patio, MATT BUNSEN & THE BURNERS perform.
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On the venue's other stage, starting at 9 pm, "Real Boss Hoss" presents a rare appearance by 1960s East L.A. garage rock legends THE PREMIERS (“Farmer John,” “Get on This Plane”), "with Back-from-the-Grave Riot on the Sunset Strip-era" rockers THE SLOTHS, and young East L.A. R&B punks THE SHAG RATS, plus garage fiends THEE TEE PEES.
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All three shows are free.
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Sat, Jun 15; Jun 7-Jul 13,
MUSICAL STAGE PLAY,
in Sierra Madre:
8 pm "THE FANTASTICS" is currently in production at the Sierra Madre Playhouse, 87 W Sierra Madre Bl, Sierra Madre; 626-355-4318. Runs Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm, Sundays at 2:30 pm, through July 13. Tix, $15-$25.
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Sat, Jun 15, in Palmdale:
8 pm JOHN M plays Butler's Coffee, 40125 10th St West, Palmdale. He says, "I'll be pulling out some older more obscure songs that I've not played in a while, plus a couple of new additions, including one or two new covers. I'll also be playing a couple of songs from my very soon to be re-released, re-mixed and re-mastered FIRST ALBUM, 'A Taste Of Things To Come'."
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No cover, one purchase minimum, free parking. 
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Sat, Jun 15; ongoing, Jun 6-23, in Pasadena:
8 pm "SLEEPLESS IN SEATTLE -THE MUSICAL," based on the award-winning film, is a world-premiere musical stage play bringing the beloved romantic comedy to life at the Pasadena Playhouse.
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See 4 pm write-up for DISCOUNT TIX and more.
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Sat, Jun 15, in Hollywood:
8:30 pm "FOREVER FLAMENCO" presented by the Fountain Theatre at the Ford Amphitheatre, 2580 Cahuenga Bl East, Hollywood 90068; www.fordtheatres.org
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MARIA BERMUDEZ, one of the featured artists of the evening, shares her inspiration for becoming a flamenco dancer and the continous journey it has led her on:
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"I grew up with flamenco in the background of my childhood. My older brother Alfonso was bit by the flamenco bug after seeing his first flamenco show passing through town; that was it for him. He went on to study with the masters in Spain and became a promising flamenco dancer. Alfonso danced with an exquisite sensitivity. I believe dance was an escape for him. He was a gay man—not an easy situation in our household. He suffered on many levels. The freedom that flamenco – that art--brings to your life; it’s a place of sanctuary.
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"Alfonso’s life was cut short. He succumbed to cancer at the age of 27 and died two years later. I was 16 years old. My interest was also in the arts but as an actor and singer. After his passing I suddenly wanted to study Flamenco. It was as though Alfonso wanted… needed to continue dancing and I became his vessel. All who knew him would say the love of his life was his dancing.
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"I became obsessed with the art form and after only six months of preparation, I packed my bags and was off to Spain to learn to dance. Or so I thought. I discovered I needed to go much further and deeper, metaphorically and literally, to the place, the source of flamenco. This took me to the deep south of Spain, to gypsy territory, a place I have called home for the last 20 years.
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"This journey, which I am still on, has been full of heart aching challenges and absolutely gratifying moments of triumph. From being treated as an outsider to falling in love with a gypsy and then marrying him. But drip of sweat by drip of sweat, I began winning respect through my dedication and total immersion into the culture.
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"The amount of emotion involved in flamenco is unparalleled. I feel the freedom of expression through the cry of the singers and the music and through the beauty of the dance. It’s euphoric! The best part is the audience’s connection with flamenco on levels unexpected to them. The response is always love, love, love! It’s all worth it.
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"Flamenco continues to be the source of my inspiration in life. There is a universal cry that we all can relate to -- maybe we all have a gypsy spirit in us.
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"I aspire to inspire, until I expire." -- Maria “ChaCha” Bermudez.
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Tix, $45-100, at http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase. This show us all RESERVED SEATING. Students & Children, $56, $36. VIP $100 tix include premium seating, pre-show reception and gift bag.
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Sat, Jun 15, in Long Beach:
9:30 pm GUITAR SHORTY, Alligator recording artist, plays Harvelle's, 201 E Broadway, Long Beach; 562-239-3700.
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Sunday's Sections:
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1)  Workshop for Artists
2)  Festivals still happening Sunday
3)  Festival special on web radio
4)  Concerts, Club Gigs, Coffee Houses, and other notable live performances and events
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1)  Workshop for Artists:
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Sun, Jun 16,
WORKSHOP,
in NoHo:
Noon-3 pm "LOS ANGELES SONGSALIVE! SONGWRITERS WORKSHOP & LUNCH" with Guest Speaker BRAD PARKER, at Cahuenga General Store, 5510 Cahuenga Bl, North Hollywood (Just N of Magnolia & Chandler). Please order lunch to support the venue. 
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BRAD PARKER is this month's guest speaker. He is a recording artist, songwriter, producer and musician. His music has earned numerous awards around the world with critical acclaim and sales in the millions. In America, his hit Country song “Nobody’s Gonna Rain On Our Parade,” recorded by Kathy Mattea, earned him BMI awards as a songwriter and a publisher and a BMI “Million-airs” citation for over 1 million broadcast performances. Brad's songs have been recorded by Cher, Richard Page, Edgar Winter, Karla Bonoff, K.T. Oslin, Ronny Cox, Hurricane, and many others. Parker has produced and written hits for Andy Lau in Hong Kong, M. Nasir in Malaysia, Keiran Goss and Eleanor McEvoy in Ireland, and others. Brad has shared the stage with Bo Diddley, Cyndi Lauper, Brenda Russell, Billy Burnette, Canned Heat, John Densmore, Greg Allman, Johnny Rivers, Dan Fogelberg and Robert Cray, and others. Brad has been a recording artist since the 1980s and his latest album, “Days Of Poetry,” was released in late 2012. Brad records for Riozen Media, www.riozen.com, an Independent Music and Media company.
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Topic for second half is "POETRY IN LYRICS & ADAPTING YOUR LYRICS TO A SPECIFIC GENRE FROM FOLK TO EDM."
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Make reservation at www.meetup.com/songsalive. Reservation deadline is 7 pm Saturday. Arrive and sign in before Noon Sunday to use your reservation. Late arrivals may be turned away.
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Songsalive! is the largest international non-profit organization supporting, promoting and educating songwriters and composers, worldwide since 1997.
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COST: Songsalive! Pro Members get in free; non-member fee is $10. Reservation required.
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2)  FESTIVALS still happening Sunday:
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This is a LIST OF FESTIVALS that are covered IN DETAIL in the Guide's separate edition:

• HUCK FINN'S JUBILEE, Fri-Sun, Jun 14-16, in Ontario

• LIVE OAK MUSIC FESTIVAL, Fri-Sun, Jun 14-16, in Santa Barbara Co.

• BIG IRISH FAIR, Sat & Sun, Jun 15 & 16, in OC (Silverado)

• LOS ANGELES FILM FESTIVAL (includes live music), Sat, Jun 15; runs Jun 13-Jun 23, in L.A.

• HOLLYWOOD FRINGE FESTIVAL, through Jun 30, in Hollywood

• SANTA CRUZ CELTIC MUSIC FESTIVAL / SANTA CRUZ SCOTTISH FESTIVAL / SCOTTISH RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL / HIGHLAND GAMES & CELTIC GATHERING, Sat & Sun, Jun 15 & 16, in Northern Cal  (Watsonville)

• FATHERS DAY BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL, Sat & Sun, Jun 15 & 16, in Northern Cal  (Grass Valley)

• CLEARWATER FESTIVAL, Sat & Sun, Jun 15 & 16, on the Hudson River in New York

• BONNAROO, in Tennessee, and on web radio, "CELEBRATE AMERICANA AT BONNAROO," Thu-Sun, Jun 13-16 (see Section 3, below)
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3)  Festival special on web radio
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Sun, Jun 16; Thu-Sun, Jun 13-16, web radio for
FESTIVAL,
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CELEBRATE AMERICANA AT "BONNAROO" or just dig the Bonnaroo lineup with the new 26-song "Americana Bonnaroo" playlist on Spotify, at:
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Sun, Jun 16;  ongoing, in L.A.:
Daily "RINGO: PEACE & LOVE," a major temporary exhibition, is at the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles 90015. Tix and info, 213-765-6800; www.grammymuseum.org.
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The Guide ran a full feature story in the June 12 edition, available in the sidebar at left.
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It isn't just the first major exhibition to explore the life and extraordinary career of seven-time GRAMMY Award® winner and iconic BEATLE RINGO STARR. It's also the first major exhibit anywhere, ever dedicated to a drummer. The GRAMMY Museum put this together in cooperation with Ringo Starr himself. Available, including a special 17-minute film, with museum admission.
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Entrance is on Figueroa, just S of Olympic (official address is 800 W Olympic Bl, Suite A245). It's one block from STAPLES Center.  You can walk from the Red Line subway or the Blue Line light rail's Chic Hearne Station and avoid expensive parking fees in the area.
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Sun, Jun 16, in Hollywood:
8-10 am FAIR MARKET BAND plays bluegrass at the Hollywood Farmer's Market, on Ivar St between Hollywood Bl & Sunset Bl in Hollywood 90028.
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Sun, Jun 16, in San Diego:
10 am Weekly "BLUEGRASS BRUNCH" at Urban Solace, 3823 30th St, San Diego 92104; 619-295-6464.
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Sun, Jun 16, in South Pasadena:
11 am-1 pm BARRY BIG B BRENNER plays his weekly blues residency at Firefly Bistro, 1009 El Centro St, South Pasadena 91030; 626-441-2443.
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Sun, Jun 16, in the San Gabriel Mtns:
Noon-4 pm "MUSIC IN THE MOUNTAINS" is a summer weekend series at Adams Pack Station, above Arcadia.
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This Sunday’s line up is:
• Noon-2 pm Bryan Chan
• 2-3:30 pm GRIT
• 4-5 pm Tim Tedrow & Terry Vreeland
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FUNDRAISER: Help maintain Big Santa Anita Canyon. All proceeds from the sale of merchandise will be donated to the "Friends of the San Gabriels."
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Music this Father’s day will be dedicated to Rich Conforti who left us way too soon on May 30.
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From the 210 Freeway, go N on Santa Anita Av into the mountains. The pack station is at road's end, three miles from the entrance gate. Drive through the middle parking lot at Chantry Flat around left, through the upper lot and down the dirt driveway, following the signs.
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Parking is at a premium; tell the gate monitor that you are there for the music. The concerts are free, but parking is $5 during the week, and $10 on Saturday, Sunday, & holidays.
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Hear some music, do some hiking on the network of trails, have some pack station bbq, and enjoy an afternoon in the great outdoors. More info, including lineups of performers, at www.Adamspackstation.com; 626-447-7356.
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Sun, Jun 16, in Griffith Park, L.A.:
1-3 pm Monthly "WESTERN MUSIC JAM" at the Autry Museum of the American West, 4700 Western Heritage Way, Griffith Park, L.A. 90027; 323-667-2000. Co-sponsored by the Western Music Association's California Chapter. WMA members and all performers  get free admission. Regular museum admission fees apply to all others.
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Sun, Jun 16, in SFV (Van Nuys):
1 pm SONGMAKERS monthly "EAST VALLEY HOOT" in Van Nuys 91411. Location and info, www.songmakers.org
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Sun  Jun 16, in Altadena:
2-5 pm Matinee with THE LICATA BROTHERS, plus COBWEB FANNY, at the Coffee Gallery Backstage 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; reservations, 626-798-6236.
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It's a Father's Day afternoon of CLASSIC ROCK. Bring Dad or Grandad along to hear the great hits of the '60s and '70s performed by two "really local and really new" bands. Songs like Cream's "Strange Brew", and the Beatles' "Eight Days a Week" are over forty years old, and will be performed by very young guitarsmiths.
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Duane Thorin hosts the afternoon, and provides lighting pyrotechnics learned from years on the rock circuit.
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THE LICATA BROTHERS, featuring their rock ensemble SHED NOISE, start the afternoon off at 2 pm. Duane says, "They are a true Coffee Gallery Backstage discovery and our most youthful one at that. Your jaws will drop as you hear a band ranging in age from 12 to 16, expertly perform material by The Ventures, Edgar Winter Group, The Animals, Bob Dylan, and even Steely Dan. Great singing and guitar solos, too. Catch these rising young stars."
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Then at 3 pm, COBWEB FANNY delves deep into the '60s with emphasis on the British Invasion, plus Monkees, Doors, Paul Revere and the Raiders, and more. Duane says, "COBWEB FANNY is Altadena-based, and is brought to us by our neighbor business just to the north of us on Lake, The Hair Pyrates. Proprietor and neighbor Hurley Reagh is joined by fello musicians Steve Zoelle, Dennis Gersham, and Thunder Dan, in bringing us two full sets of great '60s rock and roll, beginning at three. This is the Altadena debut of this band, so expect an enthusiastic crowd of friends and family."
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Sun, Jun 16; ongoing, Jun 6-23, in Pasadena:
2 & 7 pm "SLEEPLESS IN SEATTLE -THE MUSICAL," based on the award-winning film, is a world-premiere musical stage play bringing the beloved romantic comedy to life at the Pasadena Playhouse,
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DISCOUNT TIX:
Now through June 23 you can see the show for 20% off, using the code
SLEEP20
at https://pasadenaplayhouse.secure.force.com/ticket/#details_a0NG000000ApKp4MAF
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"Sleepless In Seattle - The Musical" runs Jun 6-Jun 23; Tuesdays-Fridays at 8 pm, Saturdays at 4 & 8 pm, Sundays at 2 & 7 pm.
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Sun, Jun 16, in Murrieta:
2 pm "IRISH FAMILY FUN SUNDAY" brings traditional Irish music and The Claddagh Irish Dancers to Shamrock Irish Pub & Eatery,  39252 Winchester Rd, #145, Murrieta 92563; www.theshamrockirishpubandeatery.com; 951-696-5252.
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Sun, Jun 16, in SGV (La Verne):
2 pm Monthly "IRISH, OLD-TIME, & BLUEGRASS SESSION" at Connolly's Kitchen, 1453 Foothill Bl, La Verne 91750; 909-593-6322.
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Sun, Jun 16; Jun 7-Jul 13,
MUSICAL STAGE PLAY,
in Sierra Madre:
2:30 pm "THE FANTASTICS" is currently in production at the Sierra Madre Playhouse, 87 W Sierra Madre Bl, Sierra Madre; 626-355-4318. Runs Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm, Sundays at 2:30 pm, through July 13. Tix, $15-$25.
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Sun, Jun 16, in OC (Costa Mesa):
3 pm  SONGMAKERS monthly "COSTA MESA SONG CIRCLE" at Debby & Terry Koken's house in Costa Mesa 92627; info and directions, dkoken@hmausa.com
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Sun, Jun 16, in L.A.:
4 pm TIERRA BLANCA plays the Levitt Pavilion at MacArthur Park, 2230 W 6th St, Los Angeles 90057; 213-384-5701.
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Sun, Jun 16, in Echo Park:
5:30-9 pm Weekly "GRAND OLE ECHO" Americana / alt-country / honky-tonk showcase at The Echo, 1822 Sunset Bl, Echo Park 90026; 213-413-8200.
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Sun, Jun 16, in Burbank:
6 pm Monthly "MESSAROUND" showcase with prominent accomplished guitarists and other players, at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank.
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Performing are rockabilly rebel RAY CAMPI, Gun Club survivor WARD DOTSON’S GOLDEN SOMBRERO, plus RONNIE MACK, JIMMY ANGEL, and more.
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More info on show poster, at:
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Meanwhile, on the venue's Cantina stage: TONI BOLLER, DEBRA LEE & TRIGGER HAPPY, and a host of special guest performers, starting at 6 pm.
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Sun, Jun 16, in Altadena:
7 pm Western music with the Montana-based OPEN RANGE BAND, and openers WESTERN STATE OF MIND, at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; reservations, 626-798-6236.
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“Music that captures the spirit of the West”…that’s how the music of the award winning group from Montana, Open Range,has been described. Performing together for over 15 years, Ric Steinke & Linda Hausler have won numerous awards and nominations from the Western Music Association and the Academy of Western Music. Their most recent awards include "Best of the Best Harmony" Award, and a top 5 nomination for “Outstanding Instrumentalist“ and "Best Western Duo".
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Open Range instrumentation is made up of guitars, dobro / steel guitar, accordion, and Native American Flute. Their music includes songs from the old cowboy era, early western standards, contemporary Americana / folk and western swing, as well as their own originals. Many of their songs contain historic content, which lends itself to many western-themed events.
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Opening for them is John Bergstrom's Western State Of Mind (John, Gency Brown, and John Nelson). This trio celebrates their love of all things western by performing traditional and modern songs of the west. They came together in part as a result of working together on John Bergstrom's latest CD, 'Butterfield Stage'. John has penned songs which have been nominated for awards with The Western Music Association and The Academy Of Western Artists.
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Sun, Jun 16; ongoing, Jun 6-23, in Pasadena:
7 pm "SLEEPLESS IN SEATTLE -THE MUSICAL," based on the award-winning film, is a world-premiere musical stage play bringing the beloved romantic comedy to life at the Pasadena Playhouse.
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Jun 16-Aug 24, in Pasadena:
7 pm Free "Summer Concerts Under the Stars" in Memorial Park happen in two series. The primary one is the "Levitt Pavilion" series, running multiple nights each week (Wednesday, for example, is children's night.) The other music series is the "Pasadena Senior Center Concert Series," which is NOT exclusively for older people. Both series' use the bandshell that was re-christened as one of two Levitt Pavilions in the L.A. area.
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Bring beach chairs or blankets and a picnic (no alcohol allowed) and sit on the lawn. Some bench seating is available, primarily for seniors. Info on the Levitt concert series is at www.levittpavilionpasadena.org.
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We'll bring you info on the other series held there when we know. Meantime, plenty on various events in Pasadena is at www.visitpasadena.com.
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You can avoid expensive parking by riding the Gold Line light rail to the Memorial Park Station.
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Sun, Jun 16, in Santa Monica:
SOLD OUT: 8 pm JUNIOR BROWN plays McCabe's Guitar Shop 3101 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica 90405; 310-828-4497. He's here to play Saturday's "Roadhouse Revival" -- see festivals edition.
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Sun, Jun 16, in Culver City:
8 pm Monthly "VARIETY NIGHT" includes an OPEN MIC (advance sign-ups) at Boulevard Music , 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City 90230; 310-398-2583.
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Sun, Jun 16, in Culver City:
9 pm THE GET DOWN BOYS play their weekly residency at Bigfoot West, 10139 Venice Bl,  Culver City 90034.
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Sun, Jun 16, in Santa Monica:
11 pm Weekly "ACOUSTIC CORDIALE" showcase closes-out the weekend, at 14 Below 1348 14th St, Santa Monica 90404; 310-451-5040.
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For all the details on the NINE festivals this weekend in Southern California -- and even MORE beyond -- see the Guide's companion edition.
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NEXT WEEKEND brings the annual "LONG BEACH BAYOU & BLUES FESTIVAL" (and more), so don't even think you're done yet.
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Meanwhile, you can check the Guide's last FULL edition, in the sidebar at left, or at:
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