Wednesday events and WEEKEND FESTIVAL preview; Nov 13 edition, 2013

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[Revised edition: tonight's 6 pm program at the Colburn School (downtown L.A.) was inadvertently omitted in the original edition; it's here, now.]
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Some exceptional music happens tonight, and there's a program on arts journalism we're attending at the Colburn School. But first, what you need to plan now for a fine new FOLK REVIVAL FESTIVAL this Saturday in Long Beach, and pipers need to check-out the annual Celtic PIPERS TIONOL this weekend. Details of both events are first-up, below.
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Here are quickie listings of upcoming festivals and music conferences (those happening after THIS weekend are detailed in the Oct 31 edition:)
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♪  LONG BEACH FOLK REVIVAL FESTIVAL, Nov 16, in Long Beach
♪  SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PIPERS TIONOL is a MUSIC CONFERENCE, Nov 16 & 17,
in OC (San Juan Capistrano)
♪  WESTERN MUSIC ASSOCIATION CONVENTION, Nov 20-24, in New Mexico
♪  MONTEREY COWBOY POETRY & MUSIC FESTIVAL, Dec 13-15, in Monterey
♪  NAMM SHOW, Jan 23-26, 2014, in Anaheim
♪  30th Annual NATIONAL COWBOY POETRY GATHERING, Jan 29-Feb 1, in Elko, NV
♪  NEW ORLEANS TRAD JAZZ CAMP, Jun 8-14, 2014, in New Orleans
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THIS WEEKEND’S FESTIVAL NEWS…
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Sat, Nov 16,
FESTIVAL,
in Long Beach:
11 am-10 pm  “LONG BEACH FOLK REVIVAL FESTIVAL” brings performances by more than 20 acts, in the festival site on Historic Old Pine Avenue, 643 Pine Av, Long Beach 90802; www.longbeachfolkrevivalfestival.com
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Performers include:
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♪  WILLIE WATSON (OLD CROW MEDICINE SHOW)
♪  ROSES PAWN SHOP
♪  FRANK FAIRFIELD
♪  MOONSVILLE COLLECTIVE
♪  RESTAVRANT
♪  SEAN WHEELER & ZANDER SCHLOSS
♪  CLIFF WAGNER & THE OLD #7
♪  PAPERPLANES
♪  CALIFORNIA LIONS
♪  SAWTOOTH
♪  SAM OUTLAW
♪  RT & THE 44'S
♪  DUBLIN PUBLIC
♪  PEPPERBOX LULLABY
♪  SPEEDBUGGY USA
♪  CHARLIE PARR
♪  BLIND POPE JOHN
♪  TAYLOR CRAWFORD
♪  THE BIG BLACK ROOSTER
♪  ALYSSANDRA NIGHSWONGER
♪  HONEY WHISKEY TRIO
♪  D.D. WOOD
♪  LB UKULELE CLUB
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The site features two stages, the Main Stage and the creatively named “Hillgrass Bluebilly” Stage both with hay bale seating, plus a kids area and food and beer courts.
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Tix, $5 Early bird online advance ($6.17 with service fee) while they last;
$10 thereafter ($11.34 online with service fee).
A VIP option includes admission and the “Primal Alchemy Farm Lunch” for $40 ($42.39 with online service fee).
Free admission for kids age 12 and under and for seniors age 75 and over.
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√  UNLIKE OTHER FESTIVALS:
No chairs, blankets, sheets, bikes, bottles, food, umbrellas are allowed. You can bring “one unopened bottle of water.” There is bike parking outside, and plenty of car parking. You can get there easily via Metro Blue Line light rail or MTA or LB bus.
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For a first-year festival, they have an outstanding lineup and an exceptionally good website with bios and links for every act.
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Plenty more info at:
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www.longbeachfolkrevivalfestival.com 
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Sat & Sun, Nov 16 & 17,
MUSIC CONFERENCE,
in OC (San Juan Capistrano):
“SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PIPERS TIONOL” is a bagpiper / Uillean piper conclave “university” gathering that brings performances and workshops by EAMONN DILLON and PATRICK D'ARCY, at the Community Center, 30201 Outpost Rd, San Juan Capistrano 92675.
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THE PUBLIC can attend the Saturday night concert (7:30-10:30 pm) and the tix for that are $20, online.
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The full conference registration fee is $100.
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Tionols happen in various other places, too. If you are a Celtic piper, you will want to attend. It begins with a Friday evening social gathering for attendees, before jumping into two intense days on Saturday and Sunday.
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Full info and registration at:
www.socalpipers.com/tionol_2013_details.html 
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And now, TONIGHT…
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Wednesday, November 13, 2013
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Wed, Nov 13, in Culver City:
5:30 pm  Monthly “WESTSIDE HAMMERED DULCIMER SESSION” in Room 6 at Culver Palms United Methodist Church, 4464 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City 90230.
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The source for all-things dulcimer in Southern Cal is www.scdh.org
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Wed, Nov 13, in Venice:
5:30 pm  Monthly “OPEN MIC” at the Talking Stick Coffee Lounge, 1411 Lincoln Bl, Venice  92091.
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Wed, Nov 13, in L.A.:
6-7 pm  “THE ROLE OF ARTS JOURNALISM IN AN EVOLVING CREATIVE LANDSCAPE” is a program in the new “Artspeaks” series in Thayer Hall at the Colburn School, 200 S Grand Av. Downtown L.A.; www.colburnschool.edu
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Tonight’s guest speakers include DOUGLAS McLENNAN, founder and editor of ArtsJournal.com, and renowned music critic , teacher and composer, GREG SANDOW.
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Colburn’s president and CEO SEL KARDAN hosts “informative, intimate, and intelligent conversations” at this world-class performing arts institution.
Discussion on the role of arts journalism in a changing landscape
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Free with advance registration at:
www.eventbrite.com/e/sidney-austin-artspeaks-tickets-8748828983
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Wed, Nov 13, in San Diego Co (Encinitas):
6-7 pm SHELBY & TIEG play the Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Dr, Encinitas 92024.
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Outstanding vocal harmony duo with good originals and classic harmony covers.
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Free show. details at:
http://sdcls.homestead.com/
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Wed, Nov 13, in Torrance:
6-8:30 pm ANDY & RENEE play their weekly residency at the Buffalo Fire Department, 1261 Cabrillo Av, Torrance 90501; 310-320-2332.
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No cover. All Ages Welcome.
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Wed, Nov 13, in Murrieta:
6:30 pm  “THE SHAM JAM” OPEN MIC hosted by THE LOOKOUTS, at the Shamrock Irish Pub & Eatery, 39252 Winchester Rd #145, Murrieta 92563; 951-696-5252; www.theshamrockirishpubandeatery.com
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Wed, Nov 13, in VC (Simi Valley):
6:30 pm  SONGMAKERS monthly “SIMI VALLEY HOOT” in Simi Valley. Info and location at  www.songmakers.org
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Wed, Nov 13, in South Pasadena:
7 pm  Weekly “WINE AND SONG” Showcase Series brings pre-booked recording artists and performing host BRAD COLERICK, all performing acoustically, at Firefly Bistro, 1009 El Centro St, South Pasadena 91030; 626-441-2443.
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Tonight, Mark "Pocket" Goldberg & Debra Dobkin will premiere their new duo (bass, percussion & vocals) performing two mini-sets, alternating with David Serby & The Latest Scam. “Pocket” adds, “Since Ed Tree will be there {as a member of the Scam}, we will undoubtedly have him join us on a song or two.”
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No cover. Venue has full menu and full bar.
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Wed, Nov 13, in Hollywood:
7-9:30 pm  Monthly “LAWIM SINGER-SONGWRITER NIGHT & NETWORKING HOUR” with guest host, Suze Lanier-Bramlett!, and a fine assortment or pre-bppked performers, at the  M Bar, 1253 Vine St, Hollywood 90038
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Tix,  $10 door, if seats remain; advance online purchase recommended; advance tix, $11.49 (plus club minimum); tix at (loooong url):
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www.eventbrite.com/e/singer-songwriter-night-show-plus-networking-hour-with-guest-host-suze-lanier-bramlett-tickets-9173296577?utm_campaign=695e6f33d0-SSN-11-13-13&utm_medium=email&utm_source=LAWIM+e-News&utm_term=0_182f619b4c-695e6f33d0-30958037
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LAWIM members get in free, plus club minimum.
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Hosted by LAWIM pro member Suze Lanier-Bramlett, country comedian and sultry cabaret singer and soulful balladeer, “The queen of ‘Swamp Cabaret.’”
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Featuring five singer-songwriters in a respectful listening environment.
♪  Bungee
♪  Inbal
♪  Macedo
♪  Briagha McTavish
♪  The Velopheliacs
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NETWORKING HOUR for socializing is 7-8 pm; it becomes a quiet listening room 8-9:30 pm for the performances.
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This event delivers “Original music from the longest running singer-songwriter night in L.A., 22 years and counting.”
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Wed, Nov 13, near LAX:
7 pm  Weekly “GUITAROLOGY” showcase at Melody Bar & Grill, 9132 S Sepulveda Bl, Los Angeles 90045; 310-670-1994.
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Wed, Nov 13, in Santa Barbara Co (Santa Ynez):
7:30 pm  RYAN BINGHAM plays the “Tales from the Tavern” concert series at the Maverick Saloon, 3687 Sagunto St, Santa Ynez 93460; 805-686-4785.
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Wed, Nov 13, in Altadena:
8 pm  Guitar Duo BROOKS ROBERTSON & JOHN STANDEFER play the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; reservations (by phone only) at 626-798-6236.
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Venue impresario Bob Stane says, "a double guitar act that must be be heard in person to be believed."
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TOMMY EMMANUEL (guitar demigod) says this of the dynamic duo, "Take a listen to Brooks and John! Their playing weaves magic,surprises the ear, lifts the heart and takes the listener to a better place. I've known these guys for a long time and I have witnessed their maturity as players,arrangers... now recording artists. Great work Gentlemen, Bravo!"
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Brooks and John both perform and teach every year at the "Chet Atkins Appreciation Society" convention in Nashville, where they are joined by over a thousand eager spectators.
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At the July, 2012 CAAS gathering, John discovered that, due to Brooks' recent move to Portland, Oregon, they now only live 20 miles apart. They decided there that they ought to at least get together sometime and play a few tunes. It only took one such get-together for the sparks to fly, and the two immediately set up a regular weekly rehearsal time together.
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The result is the exciting new “Brooks & John” guitar duo. The contrast of Brooks' lightening quick licks and John's beautiful, smooth playing is only the beginning of the magic. They have developed some truly great arrangements and a kind of performance synergy that goes beyond what either of them can do individually. And it's absolutely infectious to audiences, who are giving them rave reviews.
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BROOKS ROBERTSON is a protege of Buster B. Jones. Brooks wowed guitar fans even as a child. At age 14, he appeared on Garrison Keillor's "A Prairie Home Companion", where he won first place in a talent competition for 12-20 year olds. In 2010, he won 1st place in the country category and 2nd place overall in the "Yamaha Six String Theory Guitar Competition" in Los Angeles (judged by Steve Lukather and Lee Ritenour, among others). In 2012, Brooks received the Horizon Award for young, up and coming guitarists by The National Thumbpickers Hall of Fame. And he was recently voted Portland, Oregon's best emerging artist by Deli Magazine. Still in his early 20s, Brooks continues perfecting his craft learning new tunes, styles and techniques, as well as composing his own groovy and soulful original music. More at www.brooksrobertson.com
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JOHN STANDEFER won the 2002 National Fingerstyle Guitar Contest, then won the open division of the 2004 International Home of the Legends Competition. Veteran guitarist John Standefer is a true master of fingerstyle guitar. He has traveled throughout the U.S. and abroad performing concerts, teaching master classes, and performing and recording with an impressive list of other artists. Together with his versatility as a musician, John has produced many CDs, books and DVDs over the years. More at www.johnstandefer.com
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Tix, $18.
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Wed, Nov 13, in L.A.:
8 pm  TRACY NEWMAN & THE REINFORCEMENTS plus BLIND HORSE CANYON at Room 5, on La Brea near Beverly Bl, L.A.
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You can order food from Amalfi restaurant -- it arrives by dumbwaiter from downstairs. Tracy says, "Excellent Italian. And lots of alcohol."
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Valet parking available or street parking. Tracy & co. at 8, Blind Horse Canyon at 9.
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$10 cover.
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Wed, Nov 13, in SFV (Sherman Oaks):
8 pm  Weekly “ACOUSTIC CORDIALE” showcase at Café Cordiale, 14015 Ventura Bl, Sherman Oaks 91423; 818-789-1985.
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Wed, Nov 13, in L.A.:
9 pm KATHLEEN GRACE, beautiful and beautifully voiced pianist-vocalist, plays her album release show for her new "NO PLACE TO FALL," at the Blue Whale, 123 Astronaut E.S. Onizuka, #301, Weller Court, L.A.
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Kathleen is ostensibly a jazz artist, but that hardly matters. The quality if her performance transcends all. Kathleen says, "This album is all about you, my L.A. musical family. And there will be lots of family there including the full band from the record along with special guests. See you there! Much Love - Kathleen."
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Check out her music at
www.kathleengrace.com
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$15 cover, venue is 21+.
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