A Long Train Runnin' Music & Art-filled Sunday, April 13, 2014

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Let’s start with a few
NEWS QUICKIES…

♪  “THE GRAND OLE ECHO” series starts its 2014 run today at with its 9th year kickoff at the Echo in Echo Park, 5:30-9 pm.


♪  SEE A STEAM LOCOMOTIVE RUN TODAY, as the eighty-inch-diameter drive wheels of the 107-1/2-foot-long, 478,000-lb., 1927 Baldwin-built Santa Fe steam locomotive number 3751 will propel it from San Bernardino to Los Angeles.
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Steam locomotive number 3751 departs San Bernardino at 3 pm and arrives in L.A. Union Station at 5 pm today, April 13, 2014.
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If you're near enough to San Bernardino, go enjoy their annual "Railroad Days" in and around the museum in the huge old Santa Fe station and on the tracks (all adjacent to the Metrolink station.)


♪  HAPPY BIRTHDAY to RAY CAMPI, as the rockabilly legend celebrated his 80th birthday last night with his ROCKABILLY REBELS, plus sets from RIP MASTERS, JIMMIE LEE MASLON, a rare appearance by L.A. rockbilly veteran GLENN GLEN, also JOHNNIE MAE, BUZZ CAMPBELL, and others, at Viva Cantina in Burbank. And, yes, Ray Campi DOES still climb his big upright bass like Hillary on Everest, and he does it while he’s playing it. Take that, all you young pup bass players.


♪  Tonight on broadcast & web radio: On the “FOLKSCENE” radio show, the featured guests are TOM BALL & KENNY SULTAN, taped in a live performance for the show. It airs 6-8 pm (Pacific) at 90.7 FM in Southern California, and on the web at www.kpfk.org, and it’s available for two weeks on the archives at http://archive.kpfk.org.


♪   ANGEL CITY CHORALE, gets our congratulations as they perform today in Carnegie Hall in New York City. The Los Angeles-based ensemble are doing the world premiere of Christopher Tin's piece, "The Drop that Contained the Sea." Angel City Chorale has also been selected as one of the choirs to record vocals for Christopher Tin's CD of the same name in a few weeks. The instrumental parts were performed by the Royal Philharmonic and recorded at Abbey Road Studios in London. Thanks to Chorale member EMILY SANDERS for keeping us posted.
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www.carnegiehall.org/Calendar/2014/4/13/0830/ PM/The-Drop-of-Dawn-The-Music-of-Christopher-Tin/


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April 13th in History…

√  On this date in 1796, America saw its first elephant, which came to New York City from Bengal, India. It was two years old and six-and-half feet high.

√  THOMAS JEFFERSON was born this day in 1743. Writer of the Declaration of Independence and the Virginia Statute of Religious Freedom, he spoke Latin, Greek, Italian, French and Spanish – in addition to English. He is most remembered as the third President, and the one who made the Louisiana Purchase from France, making the young United States a continental nation.

√  Happy Birthday to musician SUSAN JAMES.

√  Today is the birthday of musician JACK CASADY, legendary bass player and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee, founding member of Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna, celebrating his 70th.
 
 
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In this edition…

♪  WORKSHOPS today
♪  FESTIVALS in Southern California
♪  ONGOING MUSIC & ART EVENTS
♪  SUNDAY’s MUSIC & ART EVENTS
♪  FESTIVALS ELSEWHERE…

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♪  WORKSHOPS today
 
 
Sun, Apr 13, WORKSHOP, in Claremont:
4:30-6 pm  “HARMONICA WORKSHOP” with BILL BARRETT, at the Folk Music Center, 220 Yale Av, Claremont 91711.
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Beginners will learn to play a melody, single notes, bending notes and basic “chugging.” Intermediate players will learn throat vibrato, hand tremolo, licks and scales.
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$20 (cash) fee. Make reservations at 909-624-2928.
 
 
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The Guide published a SEPARATE edition with lots of details on this weekend’s festivals. It’s available at a separate click (use your “back” button, and you’ll see it.)
 
 
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♪  ONGOING MUSIC & ART EVENTS
 
 
Ongoing, through Apr 19, in Sierra Madre:
(Times vary, by night)  “CIVIL WAR THEMED LIVE THEATRE,” in three period-music-related productions, at the Sierra Madre Playhouse, 87 W Sierra Madre Bl, Sierra Madre; 626-355-4318; www.sierramadreplayhouse.com. Free street parking.

Nick Smith, veteran storyteller and co-producer of the Pasadena Folk Music Series (formerly the Caltech Folk Music Series), says, “I’m historical advisor for their current productions. The main one, "Battledrum," (Mar 7-Apr 19) is a short musical drama about drummer boys during the Civil War.”
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There is also one remaining performance of the MUSIC OF THE CIVIL WAR, in a show called "Glory Hallelujah," on Apr 13. It’s presented in conjunction with the Colbert School of Music, that esteemed L.A. institution across the street from the Disney Concert Hall.
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The theatre’s lobby has a wonderful display of Civil War photographs and descriptive placards, along with a Union uniform and lady’s dress of the time.
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Each performance of "Battledrum" opens with an opening talk by a historian, leading into the play. Nick tells us, “I will be doing [the historian’s opening] for some of the performances. I’m also helping select the readings and music for the other production. It’s been busy.”
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The Guide was there for ""THE PLAYER KING," a one-night-only show in the series on March 28. It’s about the theatrical Booth family, including John Wilkes Booth, the actor who assassinated Abraham Lincoln. Written and performed by DARIN DAHMS, it is an inspired performance. If it’s indicative of this series, and we believe it is, then catch as much of it as you can.
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Tix and info, at:
http://sierramadreplayhouse.org/playhouse

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Fri-Sun, Apr 11-13, FILM PREMIERE, in L.A.; then, film runs through April 24:
“GO WITH LE FLO,” the new feature film by the BRIGHT BLUE GORILLA band members MICHAEL GLOVER and ROBYN ROSENKRANTZ who won the Mumbai Film Festival with a previous film, opens at the Downtown Independent Cinema, 251 S Main St, Los Angeles 90012.
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There are THREE premiere screening events, Fri & Sat, Apr 11 & 12, at 8 pm, and Sun, Apr 13, at 5 pm. All are special premiere nights with red carpet, Bright Blue Gorilla concert, screening, and Q&A and reception following the film. Five of the film’s actors from Berlin are attending these L.A. premieres. The film will then run at the Downtown Independent through April 24.
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See the complete feature story in the Guide’s Apr 11 edition’s “events” listings.
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Doors open 1 hour before show time.
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Advance tix, $10 ($11.34 w/service fee) at:
www.brownpapertickets.com/producerevent/537914
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For the shut-ins or those not in L.A., the film is accessible on your computer:
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Watch “Go with Le Flo” (the full movie) in the USA at: www.eurocinema.com
If you're outside of the USA, you can watch “Go with Le Flo” on Vimeo On Demand - available ONLY from April 11 thru 24.

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ONGOING, Apr 11-May 4, in L.A.:
8 pm  “ALMOST WHITE” a new solo series by Rick Najera, alternating with “SCARRED FOR LIFE” by David Valdez, are comedic stage play productions at Casa 0101 Theatre, 2102 E 1st St, Los Angeles 90033.
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There is a full feature write-up in the Apr 11 edition’s “events” listing.
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On opening night, both plays are presented; after that, the two shows alternate. Limited engagement runs Fridays & Saturdays at 8 pm, Sundays at 5 pm, through May 4.
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Najera, one of Hollywood’s most prolific playwright-performers, sets the stage for his new play based on his latest memoir, “Almost White: Forced Confessions of a Latino in Hollywood.” Runs April 11, 12, 13, 25, 26 and 27.
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Alternating with it is:
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“Scarred for Life: Tale of A Mexican-American Trying to Get Out of East L.A.,” by David Valdez, runs April 11, 18, 19, 20 and May 2, 3 and 4.
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Tix, $15-$30, at www.casa0101.org. More info at www.ricknajera.com or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/AlmostWhite.

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ONGOING through Apr 19, at UCLA:
8 pm  “THE SUIT,” from theater Icon Peter Brook, presented by the Center for the Art of Performance (CAP) series for eight performances at UCLA’s Freud Playhouse, in MacGowan Hall, 245 Charles E. Young Dr East, on the UCLA campus in Westwood (L.A.) 90095.
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“The Suit” is a simmering tale of betrayal and resentment set in the politically charged sphere of apartheid-era South Africa, performed by Théâtre des Bouffes du Nord, with direction, adaptation and musical direction by Peter Brook, Marie-Hélène Estienne and Franck Krawczyk. The story centers on Philomen, a middle-class lawyer and his wife, Matilda. The suit of the title belongs to Matilda’s lover and is left behind when Philomen catches the illicit couple together. As punishment, Philomen makes Matilda treat the suit as an honored guest as a constant reminder of her adultery. The setting of Sophiatown, a teeming township that was erased shortly after Can Themba wrote his novel, is as much a character in the play as the unfortunate couple, and this production lends it life and energy with a minimal cast.
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Themba was a South African writer during apartheid. His short novel, “The Suit” was supposed to change the writer’s life, but the cruel restrictions in his native country led him to exile, his works banned in his home country. He died an alcoholic before his most famous work was adapted for the stage by Mothobi Mutloatse and Barney Simon at Johannesburg’s Market Theatre in the newly liberated South Africa of the 1990s.
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Renowned director Peter Brook previously adapted that stage version and took it on tour in a French-language production. He returned to the source language of English working with his longtime collaborator Marie-Hélène Estienne and composer Franck Krawczyk. They have adapted the play and have set it to music from sources as diverse as Franz Schubert and Miriam Makeba.
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The UCLA Center for the Art of Performance at UCLA (CAP UCLA) is dedicated to the advancement of contemporary performing arts in all disciplines —dance, music, spoken word and theater, as well the emerging digital, collaborative and cross-art platforms inspired by today's leading artists and creators. CAP supports the creation, presentation and critical dialogues vital to the ongoing innovation and expressive potential of artists whose work, whether vibrantly emerging or internationally acclaimed, forms the dynamic and evolving heritage of contemporary performance. Based in UCLA's iconic Royce Hall, CAP UCLA is the university's public center for the presentation of the performing arts and contributes to the cultural life of the campus and greater Los Angeles, promoting civic dialogue and creative inquiry. Through an annual season of performing arts programs and extensive community-engagement events — including artist fellows and residency programs, K–12 arts education (Design for Sharing), student mentorship (Student Committee for the Arts), and art-making and experiential activities (Art in Action) — CAP UCLA advances the importance of art in society by celebrating and deepening the connection between artist and audience.
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The show runs as follows: Wed, Apr 9 through Fri, Apr 11, at 8 pm; Sat, Apr 12, at 2 & 8 pm; Sun, Apr 13, at 2 pm; Thu, Apr 17 through Sat, Apr 19, at 8 pm. The only alternative to the hefty cost of campus parking is the MTA or Culver or Big Blue Bus.
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Tix, $30-$65, available online at www.cap.ucla.edu, or from the UCLA Central Ticket Office, at 310-825-2101, or with the usual hefty processing fee at Ticketmaster. Student rush tickets, subject to availability, are offered at $15 one hour before show time to all students with valid ID.

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ONGOING at the Getty Villa, through Aug 25, in Malibu:
“Heaven and Earth: Art of Byzantium from Greek Collections” at the Getty Villa, 17985 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu; 310-440-7300; parking, $15.
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Marked by glittering mosaics, luminous icons, and opulent churches, the Byzantine Empire (A.D. 330–1453) flourished for more than one thousand years. Over 170 national treasures from Greece illustrate the development of a mighty empire, from its pagan origins to a deeply spiritual Christian society. This exhibition is presented in conjunction with “Heaven and Earth: Byzantine Illumination at the Cultural Crossroads” at the Getty Center.
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The exhibition was organized by the Hellenic Ministry of Culture and Sports, Athens, with the collaboration of the Benaki Museum, Athens, in association with the J. Paul Getty Museum and the National Gallery of Art, Washington. The exhibition is supported by an indemnity from the Federal Council on the Arts and the Humanities.

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ONGOING at the Getty, through Jun 1, in L.A.:
“JACKSON POLLOCK’S MURAL,” and “HATCHED! CREATING FORM WITH LINE,” are two concurrent temporary exhibitions at the Getty Center, 1200 Getty Center Dr, L.A. 90049; 310-440-7300; parking is $15.

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ONGOING at the Getty, through Jun 8, in L.A.:
“A ROYAL PASSION: QUEEN VICTORIA & PHOTOGRAPHY” and “HIROSHI SUGIMOTO: PAST TENSE” are two concurrent temporary exhibitions at the Getty Center, 1200 Getty Center Dr, L.A. 90049; 310-440-7300; parking is $15.

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ONGOING at the Getty, through Jun 22, in L.A.:
“HEAVEN AND EARTH: BYZANTINE ILLUMINATION AT THE CULTURAL CROSSROADS” is a new temporary exhibition at the Getty Center, 1200 Getty Center Dr, L.A. 90049; 310-440-7300; parking is $15.
 
 
 
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Sun, Apr 13, in Hollywood:
8 am-noon  FAIR MARKET BAND plays the Hollywood Farmer's Market, on Ivar St between Hollywood Bl & Sunset Bl, Hollywood 90028.

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Sun, Apr 13, in Santa Monica:
10 am-1 pm  JEWELS & JOHNNY NATION play the Santa Monica Farmers Market, 2640 Main St (at Ocean Park), Santa Monica 90405.

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Sun, Apr 13, in South Pasadena:
10 am-1 pm  BARRY “BIG B” BRENNER plays his “Blues Brunch” gig at Firefly Bistro, 1009 El Centro St, South Pasadena 91030; 626-441-2443.

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Sun, Apr 13, in San Diego:
10 am-2:30 pm  Weekly “BLUEGRASS BRUNCH” this week brings brings GONE TOMORROW at Urban Solace, 3823 30th St, San Diego 92104; 619-295-6464.

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Sun, Apr 13, in the mountains above Arcadia:
Noon-5 pm  “78 th ANNIVERSARY OF ADAMS PACK STATION” brings live performances by the WILD MOUNTAIN MYSTICS and BULLFINCH, on the wood deck of the pack station. Take Santa Anita Av exit off the 210 Fwy and go north into the San Gabriel Mountains. There is a $10 fee for parking, charged by the National Forest.

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Sun, Apr 13, in Long Beach:
2-6 pm  “IRISH SOCIAL” with live Irish music, at St Cornelius Church Hall, 5500 E Wardlow, Long Beach 90808. Happening here thanks to the pastor, Fr. Michael Gleeson. As Sister Alicia says “Please come and bring a friend”. Organizers say, “Good food, good music, good conversation. Singing & dancing.”

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Sun, Apr 13, in San Diego Co (Julian):
2 pm  3rd Annual “JULIAN FLASH JAM” is part of the JULIAN FAMILY FIDDLE CAMP, but open to all, in downtown Julian.
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Three tunes: “Old Joe Clark” ~ “Liberty” ~ “Bile 'em Cabbage” will be performed by a mass of musicians.
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Organizers say, “Come One - Come All! Last year all the JFFC folks were shuttled into Julian for the annual "Julian Flash Jam." While we expected a good number to turn out for the event, all were blown away by the hordes that actually showed up. This event is simply a blast, with anyone and everyone of any age who plays a stringed musical instrument invited up to Julian for the jam. This is a true happening, with most merchants in town offering discounts to all who sport an instrument.”

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Sun, Apr 13, in Victorville:
2:30 pm  THE GOTHARD SISTERS play the Victor Valley College Performing Arts Center, 18422 Bear Valley Rd, Victorville 92392; 760-951-0290.
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Tix & info at: www.vvc.edu/offices/performing_art

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Sun, Apr 13, in Pasadena:
3 pm TALL MEN GROUP, POWDERCOAT, and BRAD COLERICK play a benefit for MusiCares at Old Oak Cellars, 2620-D E Foothill Bl, Pasadena 91107.
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Schedule:
♪  3-3:45 pm  Complementary Wine Tasting
♪  3:45-4:20 pm  Powdercoat
♪  4:30-5:30 pm  Tall Men Group
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Donation (admission) includes complimentary wine tasting. Snacks are potluck; bring something to share/enjoy with your wine. $5 from each bottle sold goes to MusiCares. The venue says, “Dress warmly — our wines like it cold!”
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$22 in advance, $25 at the door. Limited seating; reservations at Ximena@DeepMix.com.

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Sun, Apr 13, in Altadena:
3 pm  THE SHOW PONIES plus CREEKWOOD play a matinee at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena.
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The SHOW PONIES are one of L.A.’s absolute best young roots-acoustic bands, period. THE SHOW PONIES are an Indie-Folk band with Old Tyme Country influences, striking a balance between old and new; joy and sorrow; rough and tender. The band started in 2011 as the combined musical creativity of Clayton Chaney and Andi Schrock.; Schrock is a native Texan, while Chaney was born in Texas and raised in Arkansas. Heading to Los Angeles at different times for unrelated reasons, they eventually found themselves singing, writing, and performing together. Jason Harris, fellow musician and Texan, initially introduced the duo. Harris jumped at the opportunity to produce The Show Ponies’ debut album, “Here We Are!”, bringing his extensive training in music composition to the project. Shortly after recording the album, Harris officially joined The Show Ponies as their guitarist and banjo player. Philip Glenn joined the group after recording fiddle tracks with the band. Glenn is considered by many to be one of the top young fiddle players in the country; before joining the other Ponies in the studio, Glenn attended the Mark O’Conner Fiddle Camp where he was awarded the Daniel Pearl Memorial Violin. Kevin Brown soon became the fifth Pony, lending his drumming expertise while earning his masters degree in percussion performance from CSU Long Beach. Very rarely do five people with such exceptional talent join together to create such a cohesive sound.
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For info on Creekwood, check-out: www.creekwoodofficial.com
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Tix, $15. Phone for reservations, 626-798-6236.

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Sun, Apr 13, in L.A.:
3:30 pm  “FOOLS ON STOOLS” in-the-round acoustic series brings a stage full of songwriters at the Redwood Bar & Grill, 316 W 2nd St, Los Angeles 90012.
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Today brings:
♪  Bliss Bowen
♪  Chauncey Bowers (who has a marvelous new CD, just released)
♪  Skip Heller
♪  Gary Stockdale (who was amazing last night with James Hurley at the Coffee Gallery Backstage)
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More at: www.theredwoodbar.com

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Sun, Apr 13, in SFV (Woodland Hills):
4-6 pm  JOHN ZIPPERER & FRIENDS, with EDDIE THE SPOON MAN, play the "SUNDAY AT THE BOOK STORE" series hosted by Ron and Jean Sarfaty, at Crown Book Store in Westfield Warner Plaza, 6100 Topanga Canyon Bl, Space #1340, Woodland Hills 91367.
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Enter on the Erwin St side. Performance begins at 4 pm sharp.
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John Zipperer is a “Songwriter extraordinaire, with uplifting and audience-engaging originals.”
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More on the series at: SundayAtTheBookStore.com
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More on today’s show at: www.JohnZipperer.com
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FREE; donations are welcome and encouraged.

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Sun, Apr 13, in Long Beach:
4-8 pm  THEO & THE ZYDECO PATROL play the weekly Cajun-Zydeco dance at the Golden Sails Hotel, 6285 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach 90803.
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Theo and Zydeco Patrol bring their sounds straight from the backwoods Zydeco dance clubs, backyard crawfish boil parties, and bayou festivals. This acclaimed band has taken the best of Southwest Louisiana dance music to the world’s music stages. Featuring not only the Cajun-style button accordion, but playing blues on the steel drums, Theo and Zydeco Patrol cook up a fiery mix of Cajun and Zydeco music that is … Hot, Hot, Hot.
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Info, call Dempsey at 562-396-1132 or email bontemppappion@aol.com or call David at 909-527-0926 or email davidsousa@verizon.net
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Kids welcome. Families, singles welcome. Tasty food available at reasonable prices at the hotel restaurant which opens at 5 pm.
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$10 at the door. Gumbo (by Crazy Creole) available for a $5 suggested donation.

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Sun, Apr 13, in San Pedro:
4 pm  The “ASK DINO MADDALONE SHOW” live taping at Alva's Showroom, 1417 W 8th St, San Pedro 90732; 800-403-3447 for reservations.
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Guest lineup to be announced. Guests are “Experienced musicians and actors who explain HOW THEY DID IT in their careers. They also talk about the music and acting industries and current trends.” Host & creator Dino Maddalone is a two-time “RECORD PRODUCER OF THE YEAR" and this is his television talk show about “the music and other entertainment areas.” It is seen on-demand on Time Warner, Facebook, and YouTube.
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Complimentary coffee, tea, hot cocoa and "Alvas" bottled water are provided. Bring your own food & drinks.
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Contact Dino for ticket info: 310-782-1440.

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Sun, Apr 13, in Long Beach:
4-7 pm  Weekly “TRADITIONAL IRISH MUSIC SESSION” is a structured jam at the Auld Dubliner, 71 S Pine Av, Long Beach 90802; 562-437-8300.
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Sun, Apr 13,
FILM PREMIERE,
in L.A:
5 pm  “GO WITH LE FLO,” the new feature film by the BRIGHT BLUE GORILLA band members MICHAEL GLOVER and ROBYN ROSENKRANTZ who won the Mumbai Film Festival with a previous film, opens at the Downtown Independent Cinema, 251 S Main St, Los Angeles 90012.
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Today is the last of THREE premiere screening events, Fri & Sat, Apr 11 & 12, at 8 pm, and Sun, Apr 13, at 5 pm. All are special premiere nights with red carpet, Bright Blue Gorilla concert, screening, and Q&A and reception following the film. Five of the film’s actors from Berlin are attending these L.A. premieres. The film will then run at the Downtown Independent through April 24.
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The film asks, “How do you find true love?” It’s lead character, Florian, is half-German, half-French and owns "Le Flo" - a French delicatessen in Berlin that specializes in salami. When he meets Camille, the daughter of a French director, it's love at first sight. Florian is going to ask her to marry him, but doesn't know she's already engaged to a movie star. Florian's best friend, Jenny, is German and owns a bakery just down the street. She's in love with him but doesn't know how to tell him. “Go With Le Flo” explores what true love is, with plenty of twists and turns (some on a Vespa), and lots of salami. The film is in German and French with English subtitles.
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In 1990 Robyn Rosenkrantz and Michael Glover quit their L.A. jobs, sold everything they had (except their guitars), and bought one-way tickets to Europe. They've been traveling ever since, charming audiences around the world with their music and movies - and giving back by teaching "how to" workshops at festivals and film & music schools. They've made 5 feature films which they booked at art house cinemas in Europe, touring with the films, doing concerts to support the release. BBG career highlights: They acted with Matthew Broderick and Alec Baldwin in "The Last Shot," and BBG songs have been in many films and TV shows, and they've released 11 CDs (two with Virgin Records). There’s plenty more at www.brightbluegorilla.com
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Doors open 1 hour before show time.
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Advance tix, $10 ($11.34 w/service fee) at:
www.brownpapertickets.com/producerevent/537914
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For the shut-ins or those not in L.A., the film is accessible on your computer:
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Watch “Go with Le Flo” (the full movie) in the USA at: www.eurocinema.com
If you're outside of the USA, you can watch “Go with Le Flo” on Vimeo On Demand - available ONLY from April 11 thru 24.

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Sun, Apr 13, in Echo Park (L.A.):
5:30-9 pm  “THE GRAND OLE ECHO” series starts its 2014 run today at with its 9th year kickoff at the Echo, 1822 Sunset Bl (where Glendale Bl crosses-under), Echo Park.
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Strong lineup for today’s kick-off:
♪  THE GET DOWN BOYS
♪  SMOOTH HOUND SMITH
♪  JOLENES
♪  RANGER
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More at: www.thegrandoleecho.com/this-week-s-show
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FREE, all ages welcome. Venue has a full bar and there’s a basic BBQ available out back.

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Sun, Apr 13, in Murrieta:
6 pm  An UNDISCLOSED IRISH BAND plays the Shamrock Irish Pub & Eatery, 39252 Winchester Rd #145, Murrieta 92563; 951-696-5252; www.theshamrockirishpubandeatery.com

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Sun, Apr 13, in Sierra Madre:
7 pm  “MUSIC OF THE CIVIL WAR” is performed tonight in a show called "GLORY HALLELUJAH," at the Sierra Madre Playhouse, 87 W Sierra Madre Bl, Sierra Madre; 626-355-4318; www.sierramadreplayhouse.com. Free street parking.
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This is presented in conjunction with the Colbert School of Music, that esteemed L.A. institution across the street from the Disney Concert Hall.
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It is part of the playhouse’s series (through April 19) of “CIVIL WAR THEMED LIVE THEATRE,” in three period-music-related productions, but this is the final chance to see this one.
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The theatre’s lobby has a wonderful display of Civil War photographs and descriptive placards, along with a Union uniform and lady’s dress of the time.
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Nick Smith, veteran storyteller and co-producer of the Pasadena Folk Music Series (formerly the Caltech Folk Music Series), says, “I’m historical advisor for their current productions. The main one, "Battledrum," (Mar 7-Apr 19) is a short musical drama about drummer boys during the Civil War.”
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Each performance of "Battledrum" opens with an opening talk by a historian, leading into the play. Nick tells us, “I will be doing [the historian’s opening] for some of the performances. I’m also helping select the readings and music for the other production. It’s been busy.”
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The Guide was there for ""THE PLAYER KING," a one-night-only show in the series on March 28. It’s about the theatrical Booth family, including John Wilkes Booth, the actor who assassinated Abraham Lincoln. Written and performed by DARIN DAHMS, it is an inspired performance. If it’s indicative of this series, and we believe it is, then catch as much of it as you can.
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Tix and info, at:
http://sierramadreplayhouse.org/playhouse

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Sun, Apr 13, in Altadena:
7 pm  HOME BAKED plays the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena.
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BC Cameron, Dennis C. Brown and Simeon Pillich have combined their individual ingredients in a unique blend that bubbles with the “down home” flavor that they serve up best. Add a little bit of Country, a pinch of Folk, a dash of Bluegrass, a sprinkle of Irish, and a smidgen of ’40s to a stock broth of comedy and originals for a truly delectable entertainment experience.
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BC Cameron was raised in Manitou Springs, Colorado, played drums all through school, and began playing guitar and singing in high school. During the ’70s and ’80s she played ski seasons in Aspen/Snowmass, toured several other US States, Europe and Canada. A prolific songwriter, in 1975, she released a successful original single, The Saga of CB Fever. and toured with her group, The Citizen Band. In 1978, she moved to Los Angeles where she recorded an album with Cliffie Stone, performed in his Hometown Jamboree, and played the Ice House in Pasadena. The Movie/TV industry took her away from music for many years. She was an Assistant Director on TV series Knot’s Landing, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Spin City and Frasier. She now works at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center as Site Rep for filming and rides her horses. She’s always ready to play music and have a good time which makes her our "Chef de Partie"!
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Dennis C. Brown began his career arranging music for commercials (Bank Of America, Taco Bell, Honda, Int'l House of Pancakes), then toured with Bobby Vinton, The Osmonds, and Raquel Welch. He appeared on The Dukes Of Hazzard and, with producer Snuff Garrett, played on two #1 Country hits for Shelly West and David Frizzell. After playing guitar for TV composer Mike Post, Dennis co-composed with Mike and then on his own. First came the animated TV series Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, then the sitcoms Grace Under Fire (composing the score and producing Aretha Franklin singing The Beatles’ Lady Madonna as a theme), 5 years each on Dharma and Greg and Still Standing, and finally his 11th season on Two and a Half Men and 4th on Mike and Molly. But now, he’s mixing it up with "Home Baked", playing incredible guitar and mandolin. How lucky we are to have "Chef Dennis" in the kitchen.
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New York City native, Simeon Pillich, is of Caribbean and Croatian descent. On both upright and electric bass, he has accompanied many artists including Taylor Swift, Ziggy Marley, Dr. Dre, Tom Paxton, Bo Diddley, Al Jarreau, Eartha Kitt, John Prine, Steve Goodman, Hanson, John Hiatt, Neil Finn, Eliza Gilkyson, Anthony Newley, Alice Cooper, Vassar Clements, Burt Bacharach, Bob Gibson, Van Dyke Parks, Ry Cooder, Jennifer Warnes, Tito Puente, Rita Coolidge, Priscilla Coolidge, Jim Kweskin and Doug Kershaw. He has performed on the national tours of the Broadway hits, Rent with Neil Patrick Harris, The King & I with Yul Brynner, Bubblin’ Brown Sugar, The Wiz, Timbuktu, and Grease (with 21-year-old John Travolta as an understudy!). He is a period and ethnic music consultant for film and TV, and played on the musical scores of Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery, The Two Jakes, The Adventures of Rocky & Bullwinkle, and Lucky You. Simeon played with the Ventura County and Santa Barbara Symphony Orchestras, and for five years was the host of KPFK’s “Global Village” sharing music from around the world. With a Ph.D. in ethnomusicology from UCLA, he teaches world music at Occidental College and jazz history and music theory at Santa Monica College. He is no culinary master but he really cooks on the bass.
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Sun, Apr 13, in Pasadena:
ON HIATUS: 7-10 pm  "SUNDAY SOCIAL & HOOTENANNY" does NOT happen today at the Urban Homestead, 631 Cypress Av, Pasadena 91103.; www.urbanhomestead.org; or call or text 626-765-5704.

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Sun, Apr 13, in SFV (Chatsworth):
7 pm  An UNDISCLOSED AMERICANA / ALT COUNTRY / TRAD COUNTRY / HONKY TONK BAND plays the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166.
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Sun, Apr 13, in Culver City:
7-11 pm  THE GET DOWN BOYS play their weekly residency at Bigfoot West, 10939 Venice Bl (at Prospect), Culver City; 310-287-2200; www.bigfootwest.com
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Sun, Apr 13; Fri-Sun, Apr 11-13, in OC (Costa Mesa):
7:30 pm JIMMY WEBB and MAUREEN McGOVERN play the Samueli Theater at the Orange County Performing Arts Center, 615 Town Center Dr, Costa Mesa; 714-556-2787; www.ocpac.org.
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Apr 13, in San Pedro:
SOLD OUT:  7:30 pm  STREET CORNER RENAISSANCE, classic doo-wop sound of the ’50s & ’60s, at the Grand Annex, 434 W 6th St, San Pedro 90731; www.grandvision.org; 310-833-4813.
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Recently featured on NBC’s Sing Off, SCR brings back the classic doo-wop sound of the 1950s & 1960s. SCR delivers astounding renditions of tunes made famous by The Drifters, Sam Cooke, and many more. Sponsored by Marymount California University.

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Sun, Apr 13, in Santa Monica:
7:30-11 pm  “IRISH MUSIC SESSION” is a structured jam at O'Brien's Irish Pub & Restaurant, 2226 Wilshire Bl, Santa Monica 90403; 310-829-5303.

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Sun, Apr 13, in Burbank:
8 pm  PETE ANDERSON plays Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr (next to L.A. Equestrian Center), Burbank; 818-845-2425 or 818-515-4444; www.vivacantina.com
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Sun, Apr 13, in L.A.:
8-11 pm  “CELTIC SUNDAYS” at The Lash, 117 Winston St, Los Angeles; 213-687-7723.

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Sun, Apr 13, in Santa Monica:
SOLD OUT:  8:30 pm  BRUCE COCKBURN plays McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405;  HYPERLINK http://www.mccabes.com www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497.
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Sun, Apr 13, in Culver City:
9:30 pm  An UNDISCLOSED AMERICANA / HONKY TONK / OR COUNTRY ROCK band plays the Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City.
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Sat & Sun, Apr 12 &13,
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Annual "Whidbey Island Shanty Fest" with performances by Pint & Dale, The Shifty Sailors, & the Rum Soaked Crooks.

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Annual “WANEE MUSIC FESTIVAL” Is underway in Live Oak, FL, with HOT TUNA playing electric. 
 
 
 
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