SATURDAY Concerts & Arts Events Section (Part 6) of the June 26-28 edition 2015

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The complete edition is available as a “whole enchilada.” To save yourself a lot of scrolling, each section, like this one, is also available at its own separate link. Might be a good idea to go that route this time around.

Contents of the FULL edition...

1) NEWS…
• FROM SANTA MONICA TO CHAPEL HILL: Thousands of Recordings of Live Performances by Folk Music Greats at McCabe’s are Preserved in North Carolina
• MICHELE SHOCKED Brings Music to the River – The L.A. River(!) Saturday
• The Guide’s “News Features,” in a Catalogued “Find-It” Format

2) FESTIVALS this weekend...
• Annual "OJAI LAVENDER FESTIVAL" (late addition)
• 7th annual “ROADSHOW REVIVAL, A Tribute to the Music of Johnny Cash”
• 2nd annual “SUMMERFEST” free festival with lots of live folk-friendly music
• Annual “SAN DIEGO SCOTTISH HIGHLAND GAMES & Gathering Of The Clans”
• Annual “BANDS & BELLIES FESTIVAL” with a concert by MARINA V
• Annual “HOLLYWOOD FRINGE FESTIVAL”
• Weekly “MONROVIA FAMILY FESTIVAL” is a street fair with music

3) WORKSHOPS for ARTISTS and MUSICIANS this weekend…
• “GOOSING YOUR MUSE! with JOANN BRAHENY” presented by LAWIM, Sat, 11 am-1 pm.
• “BLUES GUITAR WORKSHOP” with DOUG MacLEOD, Sat, 2 pm.

4) Music on TV

5) FRIDAY’s concert & arts scene

6) SATURDAY’s concert & arts scene

7) SUNDAY’s concert & arts scene

8) TICKET ALERTS…
• More festivals are coming soon (after this weekend).
• Concerts, theatre, and more things coming your way (we update it all the time).



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Note that FESTIVALS happening today are NOT included in this section. See the FESTIVALS section, PART 2, or the complete edition,


Sat & Sun, Jun 27 & 28, atop SFV:
Noon & 2 pm “A MUSICAL ROAD TRIP THROUGH AMERICA” summer series debuts this weekend with performances Saturday by THE OOKS OF HAZZARD and Sunday by EVERLY SNODGRASS at Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N Sepulveda Bl, Los Angeles 90049; www.skirball.org; 310-440-4500.
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This summer’s Skirball “Family Amphitheater Performances” take family visitors on “a ramblin’ musical road trip, inspired by Bill Graham and the Rock & Roll Revolution.” Series runs Saturdays and Sundays, Jun 27–Sep 6, with performances at noon and 2 pm.
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All performances are included with Museum admission. Free on-site parking; street parking strictly prohibited.

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Sat, Jun 27, in Highland Park (L.A.):
1 pm Monthly “OLD TIME / TRADITIONAL SOUTHERN FIDDLE & BANJO MUSIC JAM” outdoors under the big trees at the Audubon Nature Center in Debs Park, 4700 N Griffin Av, Highland Park (off the 110 Fwy), Highland Park 90031; 323-221-2255.

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Sat, Jun 27; through Jun 30, in OC (Laguna Beach):
2 pm & 7:30 pm “HERSHEY FELDER AS IRVING BERLIN” returns to the Laguna Playhouse for 14 performances only. The show ran at the venue earlier this year to critical and audience success.
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The Laguna Playhouse has arranged a special 2-for-1 opportunity for Pacific Symphony patrons to see this show a code. Use code: HersheyFriend to receive 2-for-1 tickets.
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Call 949-497-2787 ex. 1 or purchase online at:
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http://purchase.lagunaplayhouse.com/single/PSDetail.aspx?psn=4689&utm_source=mail2&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=HersheyFelder
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Mr. Felder brings to life the remarkable story of Irving Berlin. Named “the greatest songwriter that has ever lived” by George Gershwin, Irving Berlin is known for innumerable classics including “God Bless America,” “White Christmas,” and “Top Hat, White Tie and Tails.” Hershey Felder’s masterful creation of character and musical performance makes this evening with Irving Berlin an unforgettable journey. It is, writes the Los Angeles Times, a "remarkable portrait...richly entertaining and ultimately touching."
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Show Schedule: Mon, Jun 22 7:30 pm; Tue, Jun 23, 7:30 pm; Wed, Jun 24, 2 pm & 7:30 pm; Thu, Jun 25, 2 pm & 7:30 pm; Fri, Jun 26, 7:30 pm; Sat, Jun 27, 2 pm & 7:30 pm; Sun, Jun 28, 1 pm & 5:30 pm; Mon, Jun 29, 7:30 pm; Tue, Jun 30, 7:30 pm.

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Sat, Jun 27, atop SFV:
2 pm “A MUSICAL ROAD TRIP THROUGH AMERICA” summer series debuts this weekend with performances Saturday by THE OOKS OF HAZZARD and Sunday by EVERLY SNODGRASS at Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N Sepulveda Bl, Los Angeles 90049; www.skirball.org; 310-440-4500.
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See Noon listing for details.

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Sat, Jun 27, in Burbank:
2 pm REX McNEAL & FRIENDS play early at Cody's Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506.

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Sat, Jun 27, in Pasadena:
4:30 pm LEFTOVER CUTIES perform at “Full Moon Saturdays” at Stonywood Backyard Concert Series in Pasadena. Info at: www.facebook.com/fullmoonsaturdays

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Sat, Jun 27, in SFV (NoHo):
5 pm CORKY SIEGEL & JAMES LEE STANLEY team-up on guitar, harmonica and piano at Kulak’s Woodshed, 5230 1/2 Laurel Canyon Blvd. North Hollywood 91607.
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The show will be available on a live web simulcast, but not taped and NOT on the Kulak's site. It's on "Concert Window" at 5 pm Pacific, 8 pm EDT, only on June 27. Purchase simulcast tix online (available at press time) at:
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https://www.concertwindow.com/9762-james-lee-stanley
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Corky Siegel is a renowned Chicago Blues harmonica virtuoso and piano player, composer, fine performer, creator of Chamber Blues and co-founder of the Siegel-Schwall Band. He toured with George Carlin and Bob Hope. The late Studs Terkel, Pulitzer Prize author, called Corky, "One of America's true music treasures".
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James Lee Stanley, who toured regularly with comedian Steven Wright, is a singer-songwriter of whom author Tom Robbins said, "We could say that James Lee Stanley is probably the last great undiscovered singer-songwriter in America. But true as that may be, let's say something else, let's say that a diamond has been smuggled into the wasteland…and here is where the wasteland ends".
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Limited seating; call early for tickets, 818-766-9913.

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Sat, Jun 27, in OC (Anaheim):
5-6:45 pm Monthly “LIVING TRADITION FOLK MUSIC JAM” at the Anaheim Downtown Community Center, 250 E Center St, Anaheim.

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Sat, Jun 27, in San Diego:
6-9 pm ANDY & RENEE, the delightfully talented leaders of the award-winning band HARD RAIN, play a House Concert at the home of Janis Green in San Diego 92124. Reservations get directions at: amontera@aol.com.
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$20 donation, BYOB. There may still be seats left ($50) on the van from Torrance to San Diego & back. Email: andyhillmusic@hotmail.com

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Sat, Jun 27, CLOSING NIGHT, in Hollywood:
6 pm “THE LOAD-IN,” a world premiere comedy and “HOLLYWOOD FRINGE FESTIVAL” selection, starts June 7 at Three Clubs Cocktail Lounge, 1123 N Vine St, Hollywood 90038. World Premiere engagement of a new comedy, written and directed by David Svengalis. Produced by Mahoobla Productions. Original music by Nicole Marcus. 21+ show.
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Tix, $13. Reservations, 323- 455-4585. Online tix, www.hollywoodfringe.org/projects/2490

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Sat, Jun 27, in Lancaster:
6:30 pm Monthly “A.V. CONTRA DANCE” with DANANCE and caller WAYNE THOMPSON at Lutheran Church of the Master, 725 E Ave J, Lancaster.
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DANANCE contra dance band is Marsha Trochim, Paul Schwerdt, Emily Amado, Mark McAndrew and this month, Wayne Slater-Lunsford is sitting in for Dan McMahon.
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Bring a snack or dessert to share at Intermission. More info, ma.trochim@roadrunner.com (Marsha). Producer is Kevin Reilly, 661-256-0563, buffpilot1@att.net
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It’s a California Dance Cooperative Affiliate: www.caldancecoop.org
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Dancing instruction at 6:30 pm is free. Dance, 7-10 pm, is $6 per person, $5 student, $2 for children age 14 and under (children are welcome). Maximum of $20 per family.

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Sat, Jun 27, in the San Bernardino Mtns:
NOTE: WITH THE FOREST ON FIRE, CHECK BEFORE YOU TRY TO DRIVE UP THERE.
6:30-9 pm GRITS & GRADY, an old-timey band featuring DIANE GRADY & SANDI HUCKABY on hammered dulcimers, plays the Lake Inn in Green Valley Lake, San Bernardino Mountains. Info, Sandi Huckaby, 909-867-7105.

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Sat, Jun 27, in Lakewood:
6:30 pm Weekly “BLUEGRASS CONCERTS” series at Me ‘N Eds Pizza Parlor, 4115 Paramount Bl, Lakewood 90712; 562-421-8908.

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Sat, Jun 27, in L.A.:
7 pm MICHELLE SHOCKED, plus OLLIN, play the Frog Spot - Friends of the L.A. River, at 2825 Benedict St, L.A. 90039.
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It's a venue along the Elysian Valley L.A. River Bike Path! It's open every weekend, Sat 8 am-8 pm, Sun 8 am-6 pm. All ages, beer & wine specials.
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Michelle tells us, "I’ll return for a command performance at The Frog Spot [this Saturday] and another on July 18th. I’m honored to share the stage with my new favorite East Los band, OLLIN [at 8 pm], and also rawkus bike punx PEDAL STRIKE [performing at 6 pm]."
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She continues, "The Frog Spot is a pop-up project of FoLAR. The Friends of the L.A. River is a cultural institution in Los Angeles... [It] began with a visionary poet named Lewis MacAdams asking the river if he could speak for it and the river told him yes. The dream that began almost 40 years ago will come true next month when the Army Corps of Engineers undertakes to remove broad stretches of concrete that have entombed the river. An expansive bridge will be rebuilt at Sixth Street resembling a ribbon, and a bike path and green beltway will connect Angelenos to the natural beauty of the Arroyo, which Woody Guthrie describes in 'The Flood of 1934'."
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She adds, "Please feel welcome to join in the daily weekday conversation or drop by if you’re in the neighborhood. Mondays at Church & State, Tuesdays at Urban Radish, Wednesdays at Daily Dose Cafe and Thursdays at The Springs. I’m on Meerkat every weekday at 3 pm for the summer, hosting a livestream. It isn’t a big production number, just a daily chat for 15-20 minutes — sometimes I sing a song, sometimes I read poems or excerpts from my unpublished manuscript, 'Bootleg This,' and yes, on occasion I opine. You can download the Meerkat app on your phone or follow via Twitter at @mshockedrox. Facebook isn’t much longer for this world, I expect, they’ve changed their rules once too often, but in the meantime, there’s a video snippet I’ve posted there."
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Of course, Michelle Shocked is kinetic energy. She says, "Details are still coming in on my September tour, but it looks like it will start in France, then Portugal, Spain and swing into Italy. I’ll post the dates on my website as soon as they’re confirmed. Last but not least, I’m giddy with excitement to start rehearsals in the fall for the production of #HOPSCOTCH that will premiere with L.A.'s new opera company, The Industry. I’ve composed some music and will also be singing in a scene. How glamorous is that?! The artistic director, Yuval Sharon, is a creative mastermind, so audacious in his vision for opera and Los Angeles that the whole city, me included, is in love with him."
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She's also an enthusiastic Bernie Sanders supporter. And ever the masterful songwriter and exciting performer.

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Sat, Jun 27, in L.A.:
7 pm Weekly “RANCH PARTY” brings performances by DAVID SERBY & THE LATEST SCAM plus DOWN & OUTLAWS play the Original Farmers Market Los Angeles, 6333 W 3rd St, Los Angeles 90036.

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Sat, Jun 27, in SGV (Monrovia):
7-9 pm Monthly “MONROVIA TRADITIONAL MUSIC GATHERING” featuring performances this time by LOONEY'S FORTUNE and KATTYWOMPUS, at Dollmakers Kattywompus, 412 S Myrtle Av, Monrovia.
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Free.

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Sat, Jun 27, in Altadena:
7 pm CHORO DAS 3 plays the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675. Reservations, 626-798-6236.

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Sat, Jun 27, in Burbank:
7 pm “THE MELROSE MUSIC REVIEW” happens in the Trailside Showroom at Cody's Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506.

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Sat, Jun 27, in Pasadena:
7 pm Monthly “QUARTER MOON REVUE” dinner-and-a-show concert brings performances by PHIL WARD, CHRIS MATHIEU, THE SECRET GARDENERS, and the DAVE MORRISON BAND, in Old Throop Hall (behind Throop Unitarian Universalist Church) in Pasadena. Dinner is included.
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Recording artist and very funny guy PHIL WARD tells us, "I'm doing a four-or-five-song guest spot, supporting the SECRET GARDENERS (featuring insanely great guitarist Barrett Tagliarino). Along for the ride are the (very good) DAVE MORRISON BAND, regulars at Old Throop Hall, and, I'm proud to say, my friend from the comedy improv world, CHRIS MATHIEU, who just released his first full-length CD -- turns out he's a terrific singer-songwriter."
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$15 (or whatever you can to donate to the cause); bring a dessert to share if you feel so moved; bring an instrument for the song circle afterward if you want to play.

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Sat, Jun 27, in SFV (Sherman Oaks):
7-10 pm Monthly "SONGWRITERS SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE + Open Mic" co-presented by Songsalive! and SongNet at the Cork Lounge (next to Corky’s Restaurant), 5043 Van Nuys Bl, Sherman Oaks 91403.
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Featuring songwriters PAUL RASMUSSON, JEANNIE WILLETS, DIANA WEYNAND, and JIMI YAMAGISHI, followed by an OPEN MIC after the featured acts.
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Doors at 6 pm, show starts at 7 pm sharp with featured performers. and ends at 10pm. Open Mic sign-ups end at 7.30 pm.
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Both Songsalive! and SongNet present multiple events every month in Southern Cal:
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Songsalive!, founded in 1997, "is the largest international non-profit membership organization and social community for songwriters and composers." More at www.songsalive.org with local info at www.songsalive.org/group/losangeles
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SongNet is "a network of career-minded songwriters, musicians, artists and music industry professionals, supporting each other through network events, seminars, showcases and collaboration." More at: www.thesongnet.org
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No cover. Venue has diner-style / bar menu, full bar.

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Sat, Jun 27, in Palmdale:
7 pm KERRY PATRICK CLARK, plus DOWN HOME TIME, play Butler's Coffee, 40125 10th St W, Palmdale 93551; www.butlerscoffee.com.
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Cover is one purchase of a food or drink item.

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Sat, Jun 27, in SFV (North Hills):
7 pm GRANT GEISSMAN'S BOP! BANG! BOOM! BAND performs at the “Stardust House Concerts” series in North Hills. Reservations get directions at: www.stardustconcerts.com
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Host Jaynee Thorne says it’s, “An evening of eclectic, quirky, and fun original jazz music. It's jazz for people who don't like jazz... and for people who do!”
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Suggested donation, $20.

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Sat, Jun 27, in SFV (Woodland Hills):
7-11 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “WEST VALLEY HOOT” in Woodland Hills 91367. Info and location at www.songmakers.org

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Sat, Jun 27, in L.A.:
Time tba BRILLIANT GYPSIES with PETER ROMANO play the Wilde Thistle, 3456 Motor Av, Los Angeles.

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Sat, Jun 27; through Jun 30, in OC (Laguna Beach):
7:30 pm “HERSHEY FELDER AS IRVING BERLIN” returns to the Laguna Playhouse for 14 performances only. The show ran at the venue earlier this year to critical and audience success.
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See 2 pm listing for details.

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Sat, Jun 27, in Newhall (Santa Clarita):
7:30 pm GRATEFUL DUDES play their weekly BLUEGRASS residency, sometimes with very impressive musical guests, at Vincenzo's Pizza, 24500 Lyons Av, Newhall 91350.

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Sat, Jun 27, in Agua Dulce (N of Santa Clarita):
7:45-10:30 pm SIERRA HIGHWAY plays the Sweetwater Café, 33310 Agua Dulce Canyon Rd, Agua Dulce 91350; 661-268-1213.
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No cover. Venue has good food and great atmosphere, with horse hitchin’ rails out front.

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Sat, Jun 27, in SaMo:
8 pm KIM RICHEY plays McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-828-4497.

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Sat, Jun 27, in Culver City:
8 pm DOUG MacLEOD & DENNY CROY play Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City 90230; 310-398-2583.
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National Guitar endorsed artist DOUG MacLEOD also does a 2 pm “BLUES GUITAR WORKSHOP” at Boulevard Music. Call to reserve your spot, 310-398-2583.

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Sat, Jun 27, in SGV (Arcadia):
8 pm HUNTER & THE DIRTY JACKS, plus BOBBY BLUEHOUSE, at the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr (just E of Santa Anita Av), Arcadia; www.arcadiabluesclub.com
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Doors at 7 pm. Venue has good food (generous portions), full bar, pool tables. Substantial discount for tix bought online. Fun place, but bring earplugs. Seriously.

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Sat, Jun 27, in Pasadena:
8 pm BLACK VIOLIN plays the free summer series at the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts in Memorial Park, 85 E Holly St, Pasadena 91103; 626-683-3230.

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Sat, Jun 27, in L.A.:
8 pm BEN FOLDS with YMUSIC play the Greek Theatre in Griffith Park.

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Sat, Jun 27, in Burbank:
8 pm “CARMINE SARDO’S BIRTHDAY BASH” will be a musical extravaganza at Cody's Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506.

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Sat, Jun 27, in SFV (Chatsworth):
8 pm DEBRA LEE & TRIGGER HAPPY play 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, and friendly people who all like to dance. Go early for the free dance lessons. There’s live music every night, seven nights a week; sometimes acoustic, sometimes heavy on the pedal steel or the twang, but never that annoying fahke ackscent Nashvulle scene.

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Sat, Jun 27, in San Pedro:
8 pm CALEB QUAYE & THE FACULTY play Alvas Showroom, 1417 W 8th St, San Pedro 90732; 310-519-1314 for reservations.
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Sat, Jun 27, in Santa Barbara
8 pm “ARTISTS IN THE ROUND” series plays the Trinity Backstage Coffee House, 1500 State St, Santa Barbara 93101; 805-962-2970.

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Sat, Jun 27, in South Pas:
9 pm THE NE'ER DUWELLS bring their top-flight, trad and innovative Irish / Celtic music to Griffins of Kinsale, 1007 Mission St, South Pasadena 91030; http://griffinsofkinsale.com
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This is the wonderful ensemble of Ken O'Malley, Patrick D'Arcy, Bryan Dobbs and Grammy-winner Forrest Robinson.

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Sat, Jun 27, in Murietta:
9 pm THE U2XPERIENCE plays the Shamrock Irish Pub & Eatery, 39252 Winchester Rd, Ste 145 Murrieta 92592; 951-696-5252; www.getshamrocked.com; www.theshamrockirishpubandeatery.com



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