Saturday’s Music & Art Scene, and SOMETHING SPECIAL for you on Sunday ~ Dec 6 2014 edition

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What’s in this edition…

♪ TAKE PART IN SOMETHING WONDERFUL ON SUNDAY

♪ TICKET ALERTS

♪ ONGOING EVENTS, including theatre this weekend

♪ SATURDAY’s NOTABLE CONCERTS, JAMS, ETC.


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Have you ever wanted to perform with major music stars? Have you ever wanted to bring joy to folks who are shut-ins? What if I told you you could take part in a single event and do both?

Well, YOU CAN.

The 33rd Annual “LOS ANGELES HOLIDAY CAROLING FESTIVITIES” happen this Sunday, December 7, and YOU are invited to lend your voice (and bring your acoustic instrument), and join-in, to bring the healing and inspiring power of music to shut-ins. The “stage shows” feature such music luminaries as CARL VERHEYEN, stellar guitarist from SUPERTRAMP; PRESCOTT NILES, bassist from THE KNACK; FLORENCE LaRUE from THE FIFTH DIMENSION; stars from the L.A. Opera; and let’s take just one from the long list, one who is actually representative of the caliber of musicians who take part – LISA HALEY, Grammy-nominated Cajun-Zydeco fiddle-player / vocalist who played for played with Brian Setzer, Randy Newman, Lyle Lovett; and there are MANY, MANY more with global stage and screen and star recording session and gold and platinum records to their credit.

AND, there are plenty of ordinary folks who just want to join their voices in this wonderful event.

Everyone is there, making music, for the same reason: to bring joy to shut-ins for the holidays. There’s a great sound crew and professional photographers who take part, too.

So, how does this work? It is ALL very well produced and planned in advance, and for the past 32 years, it’s been carried-off with happy precision. By 4 pm, small groups are dispatched to go room-to-room and sing and bring cheer to bedridden shut-ins in the first facility visited. There are lots of groups of carolers, some with acoustic instruments, so the residents in each room hear plenty of different groups. Then, right on schedule, we all walk over to the second facility, where we do one or two shows in their dining hall, starting at 5:30 pm sharp. (The production company splits into two troupes, going different places, to spread more joy.) Then we pile-into carpools to drive a mile or two to the third stop, where we do another one or two "stage" shows in the dining hall. We finish with a group photo of the cast, then we all adjourn to a nearby restaurant that stays open late just for us, to mix, mingle, and pig-out.

ALL THE DETAILS are at: www.HolidayMusicMakingADifference.com

Some of the info is at: www.facebook.com/HolidayCaroling4Seniors

Vincent J. Leinen is the Founder and National Director of these Caroling Festivities, and as soon as the L.A. show is finished, he’s off to bring similar events to 21 other cities across America.

ALL YOU NEED TO DO TO TAKE PART? Just check-in with Vincent and register by giving him your name and letting him know if you are bringing another acoustic instrument in addition to your voice. Contact Vincent at 818-342-9336 or by email at BD754@lafn.org

To view SPECIAL DOCUMENTARIES on the 2013 Los Angeles Holiday Caroling Festivities by Smile TV, go to www.youtube.com/edit?video_id=-zDrfY5294g&video_referrer=watch

And the 2012 event documentary is at www.youtube.com/watch?v=MU2vKrh7i6M .

To view PHOTOS of 2013’s 32nd Annual LAHCF, courtesy of SoYou Photography, go to http://soyouphotography.smugmug.com/Other/12-08-13-32nd-Anual-Holiday/35296182_SJVrwt#!i=2962088196&k=vnFXxKL

The Acoustic Americana Music Guide is proud to support and participate in this event each year. Come out, raise your voice in song, find us and say hello!


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WILLIE NELSON & FAMILY play the City National Grove of Anaheim on Jan 6, 8 pm.
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This is a dinner-optional event. A three course prix fixe dinner including salad, entree options, and dessert is available for purchase for $30. If you plan to dine, we recommend arriving at 6 pm. Dinner concludes at 7:30 pm. Go to www.citynationalgroveofanaheim.com for menu details.
Tix at: http://ticketmaster.com/event/09004D30A3D45AAF?artistid=732878&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=2&brand=nederlanderla&camefrom=cfc_ndrcon_ned_Dec3

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STRAIGHT NO CHASER: "THE HAPPY HOUR TOUR," plays the Fred Kavli Theatre-Thousand Oaks Civic Arts, in Thousand Oaks, Mon, Dec 29, 8 pm.
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If the phrase "male a cappella group" conjures up an image of students in blue blazers, ties, and khakis singing traditional college songs on ivied campuses ... think again. Straight No Chaser (SNC) are neither strait-laced nor straight-faced, but neither are they vaudeville-style kitsch. They have emerged as a phenomenon with a massive fanbase, numerous national TV appearances and proven success with CD releases. They're performing on the heels of the release of Under The Influence, their fourth album release through Atlantic Records. The album features contributions from superstars Jason Mraz, Rob Thomas, Phil Collins, Dolly Parton and more! Straight No Chaser is the real deal, the captivating sound of ten unadulterated human voices coming together to make extraordinary music that is moving people in a fundamental sense ... and with a sense of humor. On the road, Straight No Chaser has built a reputation as an unforgettable live act.
Tix at: http://m.ticketmaster.com/event/0B004CBBFC0EBCB0?artistid=1261643&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=1&brand=nederlanderla&camefrom=cfc_ndrcon_ned_Dec3

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THE PIANO GUYS play the Greek Theatre on May 15 at 7:30 pm. Get a special jump on tix on Thu, Dec 4, from 10 am-10 pm, with the password: YOUTUBE
at: http://m.ticketmaster.com/event/09004D75DD8D6B4F?artistid=1836087&majorcatid=10002&minorcatid=203&brand=nederlanderla&camefrom=cfc_ndrcon_ned_Dec3

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CHRISSIE HYNDE plus special guest THE RAILS play the Arlington Theatre, Santa Barbara, on Fri, Dec 5, 8 pm. Tix at: http://m.ticketmaster.com/event/09004D22D85B313F?artistid=1473674&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=1&brand=nederlanderla&camefrom=cfc_ndrcon_ned_Dec3

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“ECLECTIC GUITARS” featuring ERIC JOHNSON & MIKE STERN happens Jan 23, 7 pm, at the Regent Theater, 448 S Main St, downtown Los Angeles. Show is 21+, and is partially seated; seating is first come, first serve. Presented by Spaceland & Nederlander. Tix, $35 - $45, at:
www.ticketfly.com/purchase/mobile/index/707157?utm_medium=bks_Dec3

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“ECLECTIC GUITARS” featuring ERIC JOHNSON & MIKE STERN at the City National Grove of Anaheim, happens January 22; tix now on sale. This one is NOT a dinner show. Tix at: http://ticketmaster.com/event/09004D43F109C986?artistid=735397&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=1&brand=nederlanderla&camefrom=cfc_ndrcon_ned_Dec3

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JESSE COOK plays the City National Grove of Anaheim on Sun, Jan 25, at 8 pm. This is a dinner-optional event. A three-course prix fixe dinner including salad, entree options, and dessert is available for purchase for $30. If you plan to dine, we recommend arriving at 6 pm. Dinner concludes at 7:30 pm. Go to www.citynationalgroveofanaheim.com for menu details.
Tix at: http://ticketmaster.com/event/09004D22F74E37FC&brand=nederlanderla&camefrom=cfc_ndrcon_ned_Dec3

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“THE DAN BAND HOLIDAY SHOW” is Dec 19 at Club Nokia in downtown L.A. / Doors at 8 pm / tix, $25 GA, $35 VIP / on sale Nov 7 at 10 am.

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ALAN JACKSON with BRANDY CLARK & JON PARDI is February 27 at Nokia Theatre, L.A. LIVE in downtown L.A. / Doors at 7 pm / tix, $25, $55.95, $79.95, $149.95 / on sale Nov 7 at 10 am.



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Fri-Thu, Dec 5 to 11, FILM SCREENING, in Pasadena:
Times below "POVERTY INC." in a limited screening at the Laemmle on Colorado Bl in Pasadena.
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This is an important new documentary by GARY NULL about American politics / economy / power structure. Singer-songwriter Duane Thorin tells us, “It is ONLY showing in two US cities this week, New York and Pasadena, and only to qualify for Oscar nominations. It is the real deal, and trumps all the distractions created for us to argue about.” The Guide plans to go.
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Screenings at 1:30 pm; 4:20 pm; 7:10 pm and 10 pm each day. A live Q&A will be held following one of the 7:10 screenings (tba) with Bobby Elias, Cary Harrison and Roy of Hollywood. Note that Gary will not be able to make it to L.A. since his New York City debut is on the same exact days.

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Fri, Dec 4-Sat, Dec 20; THEATRE, in Burbank:
8 pm "A CHRISTMAS CAROL – AN ADAPTATION THAT USES ONLY DICKENS' ORIGINAL WORDS" at the Grove Theater Center, 1111-b, W Olive Av, Burbank; 800-838-3006; www.gtc.org
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Adapted by GTC's artistic director and co-founder Kevin Cochran who directs this production. The cast includes Jenna Augen, winner of the 2014 UK Theatre Award for Supporting Performance; Broadway veteran David Allen Jones; and Frank Simons; all appearing courtesy of Actors' Equity Association. They guide the audience through the story – as storytellers; or as Dickens' beloved characters, including Tiny Tim, Bob Cratchit, Marley's Ghost, Scrooge and the Spirits of Christmas Past, Present & Future-but always using the actual words of Charles Dickens' 1843 classic.
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Runs Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm, Sundays at 3 pm. (No show on November 28; one additional performance December 18.)
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Tix, $34.50 general; $29.50 Burbank residents; $24.50 seniors/students.

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Fridays through Sundays, in Sierra Madre:
8 pm “A LITTLE HOUSE CHRISTMAS,” a play with songs, based on the “LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE” stories by LAURA INGALLS WILDER, at the Sierra Madre Playhouse, 87 W Sierra Madre Bl, Sierra Madre 91024.
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Adapted for the stage by JAMES DeVITA. Directed by EMILY CHASE. Presented by SIERRA MADRE PLAYHOUSE. The cast (in alphabetical order): JOLIE ADAMSON, PAMELA DALY, JEFF DOBA, JIM HARNAGEL, ERIC CHARLES JORGENSEN, FLETCHER KAMAL, VALERIE ROSE LOHMAN, ANDREW STOCK, HANNAH VICTORIA STOCK and AMY TOLSKY
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Ample free parking behind theatre.

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Through Mar 9; PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION, in San Marino:
Times tba “IRISH & BRITISH ROOTS & AMERICAN PHOTOGRAPHERS” is an exhibition at the Mary Lou and George Boone Gallery in the Huntington Library, 1151 Oxford Rd, San Marino 91108; 626-405-2100.
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This traveling exhibition pairs, for the first time, approximately 150 works by American pho-tographers Paul Caponigro (b. 1932) and Bruce Davidson (b. 1933), enlightened observers of Britain and Ireland in the 1960s and ’70s. For Caponigro, Ireland and Britain became sites of creative energy to which he returned repeatedly. Davidson brought the same gritty street sensibility that had made his Brooklyn Gang series a sensation among photograph collectors. The exhibition examines the artistic, social, and historical forces informing two master pho-tographers as they bring American eyes to enduring landscapes and changing cultural scenes.
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Runs Nov 8, 2014, through Mar 9, 2015.

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CANCELLATION NOTICE A guest production of “A CHRISTMAS CAROL” previously announced to open on December 6 at Fremont Centre Theatre in South Pasadena has been CANCELED.



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Sat, Dec 6, in Pasadena:
Noon-5 pm “SOUTH LAKE'S FREE HOLIDAYFEST” where South Lake Avenue kicks off its holiday celebration with family friendly activities around the District, including live music. Presented by the South Lake Business Association with fun for the whole family.
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Guests can enjoy: complimentary holiday activities, parking and admission in-store specials and promotions photos with Santa, horse & carriage rides, live music and carolers, a scavenger hunt, holiday crafts for the kids.
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FREE PARKING available at Corporate Center Pasadena, 251 S Lake Av
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Music performance scheduie:
1 pm: Gavin Turek - Indie, Pop, Disco
2:30 pm: RUN RIVER NORTH - INDIE FOLK ROCK
4 pm: Wildcat! Electronic Indie Rock
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Additional performances include ballet excerpt from “The Little Mermaid” and guest appearance by LAC CHORISTERS.
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More at www.southlakeavenue.org

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Sat, Dec 6, in Echo Park (L.A.):
Noon-5 pm “BITCHCRAFT TRADING POST'S ANNUAL WINTER FAIRE” at Bedrock L.A., 1623 Allesandro St, Echo Park.
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"Get all of your holiday gifts in one stop. We have tons of awesome vendors this year - from vintage, art, handmade soaps, magic candles, lovely handmade scents, teas & much more!"

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Sat, Dec 6, in Pasadena:
1:30-5 pm 6th Annual "HOLIDAY SONG SHARE, POTLUCK, AND TOY DRIVE," with a big lineup, at the Pasadena Central Library Auditorium, 285 E Walnut St, Pasadena 91101.
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Featuring performances by:
SEVERIN BROWNE
SABRINA & CRAIG
BERINGTON VAN CAMPEN
WILD MOUNTAIN MYSTICS
TIM TEDROW
LISA TURNER
BRAD COLERICK
JEANNIE WILLETS
RIC TAYLOR
H2NES
TARA SITSER
CYNTHIA CARLE
JOHN M
DYLAN BRODY
GARY STOCKDALE
PHIL WARD
CHAUNCEY BOWERS
NICK SMITH
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Musicians perform originals and classic holiday favorites in a festive show, offering a chance for family, friends, and others to come together as a community and celebrate. The audience is invited to sing along.
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Emcees are Sabrina & Craig.
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Co-presented by Concerts In Harmony, the Pasadena Central Library, and the Pasadena Folk Music Society.
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** Potluck: Bring delicious holiday snacks and drink offerings to share.
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** Donate a toy for a child in need: a NEW and NOT wrapped toy.
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FREE and open to the public. Doors at 1 pm. Kids are welcome/encouraged. Event features artist CDs for sale, enabling your purchases for holiday gifts.

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Sat & Sun, Dec 6 & 7; Dec 13 & 14; Dec 20 & 21, in Glendora:
2 pm Annual “CITRUS COLLEGE CHRISTMAS SHOW” at the Haugh Performing Arts Center Theater, on the campus in Glendora.
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Starting December 6th the show runs each date above at 2 pm, except December 20, when it’s at8 pm. The show’s first half is traditional Christmas music sung by the Citrus singing groups the second half is an original Christmas play featuring Santa himself.
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Tix, $24 regular, $22 students and seniors, $15 for children age 16 and under. Fun for all ages. Citrus box office is 626-963-9411, open Tuesday thru Saturday 11 am-4 pm.

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Sat, Dec 6, in SFV (Northridge):
2-5 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “NORTHRIDGE SONG CIRCLE” in the SFV. Info and location at www.songmakers.org or email NorthCountryHoot@Songmakers.org

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Sat, Dec 6, in Whittier
3 & 8 pm KUPAOA plus MARK YAMANAKA play the excellent “HAWAI’IAN SERIES” at the Ruth Shannon Center for the Performing Arts, on the campus of Whittier College, at 6760 Painter Av, Whittier 90601; 562-907-4203.

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Sat, Dec 6, in Altadena:
3 pm GEOFF MULDAUR, a legendary folk singer who gained fame as the duo “GEOFF & MARIA MULDAUR,” and longtime successful solo act, plays a matinee at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675. Reservations, 626-798-6236.
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GEOFF MULDAUR is one of the great voices and musical forces to emerge from the folk, blues and folk-rock scenes centered in Cambridge, MA and Woodstock, NY. During the 1960's and '70's,Geoff made a series of highly influential recordings as a founding member of the Jim Kweskin Jug Band and the Paul Butterfield's Better Days group, as well as collaborations with then-wife Maria and other notables (Bonnie Raitt, Eric Von Schmidt, Jerry Garcia,etc.). He left the stage and recording world in the mid-1980's for a working sabbatical but continued, however, to hone his craft, albeit 'flying beneath radar'. He composed scores for film and television, garnering an Emmy in the process, and produced off-beat albums for the likes of Lenny Pickett and the Borneo Horns and the Richard Greene String Quartet. And his definitive recording of "Brazil" provided the seed for - and was featured in - Terry Gilliam's film of the same title.
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With his magical voice and singular approach to American music intact, Geoff is once again touring the world. Recent performances have included The Lincoln Center in New York City, The Getty Art Center in Los Angeles, Royal Festival Hall in London, as well as folk and blues festivals in Newport RI, Edmonton Canada, Dublin Ireland, San Francisco CA, Bergen and Notodden Norway to name a few. Geoff may be heard regularly as a guest on Garrison Keillor's "A Prairie Home Companion" and has been feature d on a variety of National Public Radio shows, including “Weekend Edition” and “All Things Considered.”
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Geoff's newest albums have met with high critical acclaim and feature Geoff's unusually crafted interpretations of classic, oftentimes obscure, American material as well as his own unique compositions. The recordings include performances by David Lindley, The McGarrigle Sisters, John Sebastian, Van Dyke Parks, Roswell Rudd, Amos Garrett, Lenny Pickett and Howard Johnson in supporting roles. In addition to tours and recording, Geoff continues to apply his arranging skills to a variety of projects for albums and film. Although he is known as a musicians musician, it is clearly his voice that most identifies him.
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Writing about his albums, the New York Times noted that Geoff Muldaur "...succeeds not because he copies the timbre and inflections of a down-home African American but because his voice - reedy, quavering, otherworldly - is so unusual that [the music] he sings becomes little more than a context, a jumping-off point."
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And about a recent performance in London, The London Times wrote, "Immaculate guitar picking was matched by vocals that were rich, and bore out the guitarist, Richard Thompson's praise for him: 'There are only three white blues singers, and Geoff Muldaur is at least two of them.'"
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Tix, $20.

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Sat, Dec 6, in VC (Santa Paula):
4 pm TRIPLE CHICKEN FOOT, plus BEN TOWNSEND, and JOE WACK, play the “Saturday Deep End Sessions” House Concert Series at Deep End Ranch. Space is limited. Required reservations get directions from: david.bunn@mac.com

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Sat & Sun, Dec 6 & 7,
FILM SERIES,
In L.A.:
4 pm, and times following; GETTY FILM SERIES: “CZECH FILM AND THE PRAGUE SPRING” screens several significant films, Saturday and Sunday (schedule below) at the Getty Center, 1200 Getty Center Dr, Los Angeles 90049; 310-440-7300.
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Experience the momentary creative liberation experienced during the Czech New Wave of the mid-1960s in this series of radical films.
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Born of dissent against the Communist regime, these films encompass a revolutionary style that influenced directors around the world. However, such creativity was short lived after the implementation of the Warsaw Pact curtailed freedom of speech, heightened censorship, and forced the emigration of some key directors. All of the films in this series were banned by the Soviet-controlled government in Prague, and most were not seen again until the Velvet Revolution of 1989.
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Saturday, December 6, 4 pm: “The Ear” — This film directed by Karel Kachyňa presents, without parody, a fascinating critcism of the totalitarian Soviet regime.
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Saturday, December 6, 7 pm: “Oratorio For Prague” — Jan Neměc's short film documents the Soviet Invasion in August 1968.
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Saturday, December 6, 7:30 pm: “A Report on the Party and Its Guests” — Also directed by Neměc, this film presents a parody of oppression and conformity in Czech society.
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Sunday, December 7, 2 pm: “The Joke” — The plot of this film by Jaromil Jireš concerns a young man who is expelled from the Communist Party and his subsequent need, 20 years later, for revenge.
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Sunday, December 7, 4 pm: “Daisies” — By far the most dazzlingly experimental and feminist film of this period, the surrealism achieved by Vera Chytilová's Daisies through collage and optical effects is matched in absurdity only by the mischevious and satirical behavior of its two irreverent heroines.
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Admission to the Getty Center is FREE. Parking is $15, but $10 after 5 pm for Saturday evening hours and for evening events.
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Learn more about the films and make your FREE reservations at:
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Sat, Dec 6, in Echo Park (L.A.):
DISCONTINUED: 5- 7 pm The monthly “OPEN MIC” at the Fretted Frog Acoustic Guitar Store has been discontinued since the store moved from Echo Park to Pasadena.

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Sat, Dec 6, in San Pedro:
5:30 pm 52nd Annual “HOLIDAY BOAT PARADE” viewing from aboard the BATTLESHIP IOWA on the waterfront in San Pedro. The ship opens for the parade at 5:30 pm, with live music, a “Kids Corner," complimentary hot cocoa, coffee, & cookies, food trucks available, food and liquor available for purchase.
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And Santa Claus will be in attendance.
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Tix: $20 for Adults (age 12 and up); $10 for Youth (ages 6-11).
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Purchase tickets online at:
https://tickets.labattleship.com/mainstore.asp?vid=0#cat1381
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More at www.labattleship.com
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And note:
FREE event: Sunday, December 7th at 9 am, the Battleship IOWA hosts the “Pearl Harbor Remembrance Ceremony,” with free admission for the ceremony, which will correspond to the exact time of the Japanese surprise attack on “Battleship Row” on December 7th, 1941.

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Sat, Dec 6, in OC (Mission Viejo):
6 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “ORANGE COUNTY HOOT” at the home of David Borger and Ann Carroll in Mission Viejo. Info & location, www.songmakers.org

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Sat, Dec 6, in Santa Barbara:
6:30-9 pm J PETER BOLES plays his "Hand-Picked Acoustic Music" at Endless Summer, 113 Harbor Way #180, Santa Barbara.
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He plays here Sat, Dec 6, Dec 13, Dec 20, & Dec 27.
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Listen to his "Warm Winter's Eve in December" at: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZU9mm8zFOik
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You can download his "Christmas Sky" songs at iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/christmas-sky-ep/id398745336

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Sat, Dec 6, in Lakewood:
6:30 pm Weekly “BLUEGRASS CONCERT” brings a various bands each time to Me N Eds Pizza Parlor, 4115 Paramount Bl, Lakewood 90712; 562-421-8908.

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Sat, Dec 6, in Santa Monica:
6:30 pm Monthly “SANTA MONICA TRADITIONAL FOLK MUSIC CLUB” song session at Sha'Arei Am Santa Monica Synagogue, 1448 18th St, Santa Monica 90404; 310-453-4276.

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Sat, Dec 6, in Culver City:
7-8 pm Debut show of LAKE OF PEARLS, the new trio of veteran folkies PENNY NICHOLS, DEBORAH McCOLL, & MICHAEL MONAGAN, at Buster's Baskets, 3951 Higuera St (just E of downtown CC, south of Washington Bl), Culver City; http://bustersbaskets.com
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Sat, Dec 6, in OC (Mission Viejo):
7 pm RICHARD SMITH & AARON TILL play the second of two shows for the “Lord Of The Strings Concert Series,” this one at the Mission Viejo Civic Center, 100 Civic Center Dr, Mission Viejo 92691; 949-842-2227 or 949-244-6656.

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Sat, Dec 6, in Altadena:
7 pm SCAMBOOTY plays the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations, 626-798-6236.
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Bob Stane says, “SCAMBOOTY is responding to the tinkling of Rudolph’s bells.Scambooty kicks off the holiday season with their amazing Christmas Show Spectacular! Showcasing rich vocal harmonies, intricate arrangements and inspired lyrics, Scambooty takes your beloved Christmas classics to a whole new level... featuring beautiful, elegant renditions of classics such as White Christmas to hilarious send-ups of songs like We Three Kings (Merchants of Myrrh). No one sounds or writes like Scambooty. Their music and laughter is contagious and their one-of-a-kind Bootyful Christmas Show is certain to be a holiday highlight. Ring in the holiday season with Steve, Kathy, Mandi & Tom.”
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Sat, Dec 6, in Palmdale:
7 pm LANG STATION, plus opening act ALEX & TYLER from REVOLT WITH REASON, at Butlers Coffee, 40125 10th St West, Suite I, Palmdale (just N of Antelope Valley Mall, N of 14 Fwy.)
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Kevin Burton Smith, “Butlers Coffee Music Guy” says, “First up, we've got Alex Del Rio and Tyler Church from REVOLT WITH REASON breaking away (temporarily) from the RWR Mothership to get on up and do their own things, strumming and harmonizing up a storm, weaving in everything from jazz and soul to alt-rock. Think of it as RWR-Lite -- same great taste, but less filling. Leftovers never tasted so good.”
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He continues, “And then, right on schedule, it's on to the main course, as Ellie & Emma Constanza (formerly Brightside of Blue) and Casey ‘Jones’ from LANG STATION shovel on the musical coals and go full-throttle up 'round the bend, bringing a choogling and tuneful blend of rootsy Americiana and indie pop-folk-rock to the good folks at Butler’s. It's a mix that's guaranteed to punch your ticket. And rest assured -- this train don't carry no slackers.”
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Free show, one item purchase (food or drink) minimum.

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Sat, Nov 29, in L.A.:
7:30 pm “NEW ORLEANS LEGENDS:” PRESERVATION HALL JAZZ BAND and ALLEN TOUSSAINT, at the Broad Stage Theatre at the Santa Monica College Performing Arts Center, 1310 11th St, Santa Monica; 310-434-3200; www.thebroadstage.com; www.events.smc.edu.
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Spend Thanksgiving weekend swaying to the Big Easy sounds of Preservation Hall Jazz Band and Allen Toussaint. For two nights, these legendary New Orleans musicians will transport you to the streets of the French Quarter district, where jazz and R&B form the heartbeat of everyday life. Allen Toussaint, the “Southern Knight” who has workedwith the likes of Elvis Costello, The Rolling Stones, Patti Labelle, and Paul McCartney, joins the traditional jazz revivalists onstage for a joyful, timeless jazz experience that will turn The Broad Stage into a swinging dance hall.
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Come early; 6:45-7:15 pm is conversation with a guest speaker. Jazz and Blues at The Broad Stage made possible by a generous gift from Richard and Lisa Kendall.
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Run Time: Approximately 90 mins, no intermission.
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Tix at:
www.thebroadstage.com/portal/?to=loader.asp?target=show_events_list.asp?shcode=509&interface=2&interface=2

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Sat, Dec 6, in Newhall (Santa Clarita):
7:30 pm GRATEFUL DUDES play their weekly bluegrass residency at Vincenzo's Pizza, 24500 Lyons Av (near the Lyons offramp off I-5), Newhall 91350.

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Sat, Dec 6, in OC (Costa Mesa):
8 pm “JUDY COLLINS CHRISTMAS SHOW” at the Segerstrom Center (OC Performing Arts Center), 600 Town Center Dr, Costa Mesa 92626; 714-556-2787; www.scfta.org
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"Watching Ms. Collins perform ... is like studying a jewel that reveals new facets as it is slowly turned into the light." - The New York Times
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Grammy-winning singer-songwriter JUDY COLLINS long ago captivated a worldwide audience with her silvery soprano and eclectic musical tastes. This show “will fill you with the spirit of hope this Christmas, as she performs beloved songs of the season as well as some of her greatest hits. Ms. Collins will be joined by the Pacific Northwest's PASSENGER STRING QUARTET, an acclaimed neo-classical ensemble certain to add a memorable dimension to this festive evening of music.

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Sat, Dec 6, in Torrance:
8 pm “IRISH CHRISTMAS IN AMERICA” at the James Armstrong Theater at Torrance Arts Center, across the street from The Torrance Art Museum, 3330 Civic Center Dr, Torrance.
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“Irish Christmas in America” is a joyful mix of traditional and contemporary holiday music, plus lively dance and storytelling from the Emerald Isle.

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Sat, Dec 6, in Santa Barbara:
8 pm “BLUEGRASS / AMERICANA BY CANDELIGHT” with PETER FELDMANN & THE VERY LONESOME BOYS, at the Presidio Chapel, 123 E Canon Perdido, Santa Barbara.
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Peter Feldmann is the winner of the prestigious annual “Legends Award” bestowed once a year on a deserving music icon.
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Peter on mandolin, David West on banjo, Tom Lee on bass, and Blaine Sprouse on fiddle, are The Very Lonesome Boys. They play tonight at the Presidio Chapel, where Santa Barbara got its start. The Chapel, rebuilt by the Santa Barbara Trust for Historic Preservation, looks like it did more than 250 years ago: whitewashed adobe walls, Spanish style altar, and tallow candles everywhere - a beautiful setting for an intimate concert.
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Their guest is “the Golden Voice of the Santa Ynez Valley,” "MS. FRANCINE" for a couple of songs.
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Peter tells us, “Classic bluegrass, along with several surprises. Some of you may know that Blaine has relocated to north of the SF Bay area, so we don't get to hear his fine fiddling in our neighborhood very often. So, don't miss this chance to hear some extra fine bluegrass! Seating is limited in the chapel, so don't wait too long to reserve your seats.
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Tickets are $15, on sale at the Presidio office in SB. Doors at 7:30 pm. If available, tickets at the door will be $15 each. Info: 805-688-9894.

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Sat, Dec 6, in Arcadia:
8 pm COREY STEVENS, plus the venue’s excellent house band BOBBY BLUEHOUSE, at the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91006; www.arcadiabluesclub.com; 626-447-9349.
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Corey Stevens is an American blues guitarist from Centralia,Illinois. Stevens began playing guitar at age 11 and moved to Los Angeles after graduating from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale to pursue a career in the music business. Stevens worked as a school teacher for the Los Angeles Unified School District for ten years before signing a recording contract with the independent label,Eureka Records. He released his debut album in 1995, garnering comparisons to Stevie Ray Vaughan, and scored a rock radio hit with the single, "Blue Drops of Rain." "One More Time" from his 1997 follow up,Road To Zen,was his highest charting single. It reached the top ten in Radio & Records and #22 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart.
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Venue has full bar and offers good food with generous portions. Great place, but bring earplugs. Seriously.
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Substantial discount for advance tix (it’s always very reasonable here, anyway):
http://arcadiabluesclub.ticketleap.com/

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Sat, Dec 6, in Santa Barbara Co (Santa Ynez):
8 pm MICHAEL-ANN and MERLE JAGGER play the Maverick Saloon, 3687 Sagunto St, Santa Ynez 93460.
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The lovely Michael-Ann tells us she'll play "A three-hour set you can dance to." Michael-Ann has opened most recently for Joan Osborne, Don McLean, Mark Chesnutt, Kenny Rogers, Jeff Bridges, and Eddie Money, been seen singing with the likes of Ricky Skaggs, The Rainmakers, and the Ravens, and also opened for Paula Nelson (in Kansas City), and Blake Shelton.
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She's toured with the New York production of "Woody Guthrie's American Song," a musical about the life of Woody Guthrie.
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Her new album, "Heavy Load," is steeped in the flavor of the Ozarks, getting national airplay, and won Music Row magazine's "DisCovery of the Week" award.
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Merle Jagger has staked out a place as a rockin' honky-tonkin' Americana band in and around L.A. Plenty on them at www.merlejagger.com

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Sat, Dec 6, in OC (Orange):
8 pm 51st Annual “CHAPMAN UNIVERSITY WASSAIL CONCERT” in Memorial Hall and recorded for broadcast on KCET, on the Chapman University Campus in Orange.
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Info & tix, call the Chapman Univ. ticket office at 714-997-6812. Usually sells-out.

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Sat, Dec 6, in Burbank:
8 pm JUDE CICCOLLELA plays on one of two stages at Cody’s Viva Cantina, 900 W Riverside Dr, Burbank; 818-845-2425; www.vivacantina.com
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See 9 pm listing for additional show here tonight on the venue’s other stage.
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No cover; one purchase minimum.

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Sat, Dec 6, at UCLA:
8 pm DR. JOHN & THE NITE TRIPPERS play the Center for the Art of Performance series in Royce Hall on the UCLA Campus in Westwood 90095; tix, 310-825-2101 or 310-825-4401.
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The legendary New Orleans piano man still plays two pianos at once, one with each hand, one of them behind him.

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Sat, Dec 6, in L.A.:
8 pm NEVENKA plus THE SWING RIOTS make for an interesting double-bill of Balkans world-music and Louisiana-Americana, at Cafe Fais Do-Do, 5253 W Adams Bl, Los Angeles 90016; between Cloverdale Av & Redondo Bl.
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Nevenka will present traditional Eastern European songs, with a twist. In the mix are Cabaret-style Roma, Greek and Albanian tunes, along with songs from Ukraine, Georgia and Bulgaria.
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The Swing Riots acoustic quirktette will perform an irreverent gumbo of "Gypsy" Jazz, Romanian Horas, New Orleans Funeral Marches, Parisian Bal Musette, Russian Cabaret, Klezmer Freylekhs, swing standards “and the occasional wild, flying monkey.”
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Tix, $15. Show is 21+. Online tix at Brown Paper Tickets. treet parking available, or use the secured paid lot nearby.

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Sat, Dec 6, in Whittier
8 pm KUPAOA plus MARK YAMANAKA play the excellent “HAWAI’IAN SERIES” at the Ruth Shannon Center for the Performing Arts, on the campus of Whittier College, at 6760 Painter Av, Whittier 90601; 562-907-4203. Matinee at 3 pm.

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Sat, Dec 6, in San Pedro:
8 pm Annual “CHRISTMAS AMERICANA & BLUEGRASS EXTRAVAGANZA” with CLIFF WAGNER & FRIENDS, featuring MARK NEMETZ & FAMILY and DAFNI, at the Grand Theatre, Annex, 434 W 6th St, San Pedro 90731; 310-833-6362.
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Each year, this show is talked-about all year. Participatory Caroling follows.

More at:
www.grandvision.org/calendar-details.asp?id=646
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http://www.oldnumber7.net
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http://cliffwagnermusic.com/

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Sat, Dec 6, in San Pedro:
8 pm TAIKO CENTER OF LOS ANGELES plus MINYO STATION play percussion magic at the Warner Grand Theatre, 434 W 6th St, San Pedro 90731; 310-833-6362.

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Sat, Dec 6, in Agoura Hills area:
8 pm DAN FRECHETTE & LAUREL THOMSEN, plus opening act GARY STOCKDALE bring their voices and guitars and fiddle and singer-songwriter prowess for a fine billing at Russ and Julie's House Concert series in Oak Park. Reservations get directions at 818-707-2179 or rsvp@houseconcerts.us
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They’ll be “kicking off the holiday season and celebrating Julie's birthday.”
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Meeting via a chance YouTube sighting and fueled by a rare musical chemistry, Dan Frechette, guitar-vocals, and Laurel Thomsen, violin-vocals, both powerful and magnetic talents in their own rights, prove that musical magic is not only possible, but alive and well. In a relatively short time frame, the Alt-folk duo has overcome adversity to circumnavigate North America, logging over 25,000 miles, 130 concerts, and releasing their debut CD.
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With influences ranging from Folk, Classical, Old Time, and Celtic, to Gospel, Jazz, Vintage Country, Rock N' Roll, Blues, and Bluegrass, Dan and Laurel flow seamlessly through genres, tempos, stories, and moods, embodying each style with virtuosic command. With exuberance, heartwarming harmonies, soundtrack ready violin and guitar lines, and stories of irony and triumph, wit and humor, delighted audience members speak of "falling in love" with music all over again.
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"Dan and Laurel’s concert in our home drew a standing ovation and a demand for encores. Everyone left with big smiles!" ~ Margo and Tyler Baker, California house concert hosts
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GARY STOCKDALE is a 2-time EMMY-nominated composer, who has composed music for television shows such as Sabrina, the Teenage Witch; To Tell the Truth; Comedy Central’s Last Laugh; Cowboy U; The Independent Spirit Awards; A Home for the Holidays (CBS), and 8 seasons of Showtime’s award-winning Penn & Teller: BULLSHIT! Gary’s well-known theme for that show garnered him an EMMY nomination. He also wrote music for THE ARISTOCRATS, by Penn Jillette and Paul Provenza.
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Fresh out of college, Gary met Oscar-winning composer Henry Mancini, under whose mentorship Gary learned the craft of film music composition, as well as singing on many of Henry’s movies. Since 1990, he’s been the main composer for the “Bad Boys of Magic,” Penn & Teller. Leading the band on their critically-acclaimed variety series Penn & Teller’s Sin City Spectacular, he received his first EMMY nomination for his work on that show.
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As a performer and singer, Gary has appeared in NBC’s Studio 60: Live on the Sunset Strip, was an original member of the Brian Setzer Orchestra, and was a soloist in the cult classic musical TV series Cop/Rock. He has also lent his voice to such films as Avatar, The Simpsons Movie, The Watchmen, and TV’s The Family Guy. His latest CD Sure Of Mice Elf has become an indy favorite, and he’s been playing various comedy and music venues all over California
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This concert is generously sponsored by Ron & Jean Sarfaty.
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$20 suggested donation per person, payable in cash at the door. All the money goes to the performers.
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The evening includes their trademark potluck-style coffee and dessert buffet. The show is called for 8 pm, doors at 7:30 pm. Make reservations at rsvp@houseconcerts.us
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More at: www.houseconcerts.us

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Sat, Dec 6, in San Pedro:
8 pm JIMMY BRANLY & OTMARO RUIZ QUARTET, featuring OTMARO RUIZ & LARRY KOONSE, play Alvas Showroom, 1417 W 8th St, San Pedro 90732; 310-519-1314.
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You are invited to bring your own food and beverages into the venue. They have complimentary bottle water.
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Tix, $20, at 800-403-3447

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Sat, Dec 6, in Covina:
8 pm Monthly “OPEN MIC” at the Fret House, 309 N Citrus Av, Covina 91723; 626-339-7020.

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Sat, Dec 6, in L.A.:
9 pm BELA FLECK & ABIGAIL WASHBURN play the Regent Theater, downtown Los Angeles.
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They are the First Family of Banjo.
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Béla Fleck and Abigail Washburn have mastered the deceptively intricate art of the duet. Their performances embrace a diversity that is almost unthinkable - coming from just two banjos and one voice. Washburn's beguiling composing, playing and singing blend with Fleck's riveting and virtuosic musicianship to create music both unique yet familiar in texture.
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Fleck, a 15-time Grammy winner, has collaborated with Chick Corea, Oumou Sangare, Zakir Hussain, Edgar Meyer, Dave Mathews, Earl Scruggs, and the entire Cleveland Orchestra for his Banjo Concert 'The Impostor.'
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Washburn's banjo has taken her far beyond the usual old-timey comfort zone, musically and geographically. An alumnus of Uncle Earl, the powerhouse all-female stringband, Abby's adopted second homeland is China, and her music resounds with echoes of Appalachia and the tidal wave of emerging Chinese cultural influence.
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Together, Fleck and Washburn employ the relatively rare 3-finger and clawhammer banjo duet to create an explosion of musical white heat. No wonder that they are married and have a new baby.
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Tix at: www.ticketfly.com/event/692471-bela-fleck-los-angeles/
Presented by Spaceland & Nederlander.
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Doors at 8 pm, show at 9 pm.
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Tix, $33-$43. Event is all ages.

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Sat, Dec 6, in Bev Hills:
9 pm ROBERT CRAY plays the Saban Theatre, 8440 Wilshire Bl, Beverly Hills 90211; 323-655-0111.

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Sat, Dec 6, in Santa Barbara:
9 pm VAUD & THE VILLAINS play the SOHo Restaurant & Music Club, 1221 State St, Santa Barbara 93101; 805-962 7776.

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Sat, Dec 6, in SFV (Chatsworth):
9 pm HOLLYWOOD HILLBILLIES play the first of two nights at the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166.
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This is L.A.’s last real honky tonk. No cover, full bar, lots of fun. Go early for the dance lesson, 7:30-9 pm.

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Sat, Dec 6, in Murrieta:
9 pm BRICK TOP BLAGGERS play the Shamrock Irish Pub and Eatery, 39252 Winchester Rd, Ste 145 Murrieta 92592; 951-696-5252; www.theshamrockirishpubandeatery.com

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Sat, Dec 6, in Burbank:
9 pm Martini presents GAMBLERS MARK, plus THE RADARMEN, on one of two stages at Cody’s Viva Cantina, 900 W Riverside Dr, Burbank; 818-845-2425; www.vivacantina.com
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See 8 pm listing for additional show here tonight on the venue’s other stage.
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No cover; one purchase minimum.



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