Tuesday Tunesday: NEWS, Concerts, Coming Festivals & Events, RIP to a Composer of Famous Film Scores

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It was a shock last night to learn that the Grammy-winning composer of famous film music had been killed in a plane crash, and we reported it as soon as it was confirmed. There are many obituaries for him today. We add more to our remembrance in this edition.

There are also some happier news features in this edition.

Plus, tonight brings a surprising amount of live music around town. And the coming weekend has lots more festival action. All those are in separate categories, within.


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Guide to this edition…

1) NEWS… four feature stories in today’s edition…
• JAMES HORNER, RENOWNED FILM COMPOSER, DEAD MONDAY IN PLANE CRASH
• SUSIE GLAZE & THE HILONESOME BAND release “Not that Kind of Girl,” out today
• Backbeat Books Publishes “Boutique Acoustics – 180 Years of Handbuilt American Guitars”
• Its Solid Gold Phonograph Records? A While Ago, but the Space Program Isn’t Quite Dead

2) FESTIVALS this coming weekend ~

3) TUESDAY TUNEFULNESS ~ concert & arts scene

4) WORKSHOPS for ARTISTS and MUSICIANS this week…

5) 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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First news feature…

• JAMES HORNER, RENOWNED FILM COMPOSER, DEAD MONDAY IN PLANE CRASH

In Memoriam JAMES HORNER (1953-2015)

Composer James Horner had written many prominent, celebrated, and beloved film scores, including those for "Titanic", "Avatar," and "Braveheart." He had been nominated nine times for Oscars, winning twice in 1998 for "My Heart Will Go On" and his "Titanic" score.

Monday evening, USA Today posted news of his death in a plane crash, something that occurred Monday morning near the Santa Barbara County / Ventura County border. The Hollywood Reporter and other sources soon confirmed the tragic news.

When we mourn the loss of any artist, sometimes we are almost selfish, thinking that we will never again enjoy a new expression of that person's creativity. But do we think of the fact that that person was dad or mom, son or daughter, sister or brother, best friend since childhood, to somebody who loved them for the unique human being that they were, the totality of who they were?

L.A. musician Emily Sanders commented, “James Horner was one of my favorite composers for film... with music that brought so many films to life... His much had such beauty and uplifting themes.” She sent us comments with a link

“On October 4, 2013, James Horner received the ‘Max Steiner Film Music Achievement Award’ from the City of Vienna, Austria for 2013.” Thanks to the posted video, “you can watch his emotional acceptance speech and get some impressions from this marvelous celebration. In it, Deborah Cox and Jeremy Schonfeld perform Horner’s ‘If We Hold on Together,’ conducted by David Newman. The night was called ‘Hollywood In Vienna.’ James Horner called this event ‘The most memorable moment in my life.’” Our thanks to Emily Sanders.

Horner’s speech and the musical performances at “Hollywood In Vienna” are at:

https://youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=4D22nRhXbX4

Emily also sent another link, calling it, “My favorite interview with James Horner. He talks about his love of music and flying, and how the two are woven together seamlessly in this movie. In this particular score – which he did with much more creative freedom than some of his previous projects – there is a unique and uplifting feeling... an inspirational video!”

Watch, "Behind the Scenes: James Horner Scores 'The Horseman'," at:

https://youtube.com/watch?v=GQINoi5LbBs&feature=youtu.be

Musician Duane Thorin commented, “I consider his to be some of the very finest film scoring ever. ‘Field of Dreams’ is so, so fine. So much heart in his work. A brilliant sensitive artist is lost to us. Thank you so much James, thank you. I only know his art, and never even saw his picture. But he touched deeply. My loss is selfish, so I send my sympathy to family.”


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Second news feature…

• SUSIE GLAZE & THE HILONESOME BAND release “NOT THAT KIND OF GIRL,” out today

By Kim Grant

(Los Angeles) – Just out today, June 23, 2015, it’s a musically-diverse offering of what the band calls “Newgrass Americana Folk Fusion,” produced by the great Herb Pedersen. One track went out earlier this month, featuring Susie Glaze, Herb Pedersen, Chris Hillman, Mark Indictor, and Fred Sanders performing John David Souther's "Prisoner in Disguise." It’s available at www.susieglaze.com

The new album, “Not That Kind of Girl” is on Susie Glaze’s own Hilonesome Music label. If you delight in the eclectic in acoustic roots music, “Not That Kind of Girl” pushes the envelope with a variety of sounds within the genre. Produced by the legendary Herb Pedersen, this is the band’s 4th studio album since their debut in 2006 with “Blue Eyed Darlin’,” which the Guide’s editor named among the Best Albums of that year. “Not That Kind of Girl” is already attracting praise with Folkworks magazine calling it the band’s “best album yet…in part because this group keeps pushing their own boundaries.”

Susie Glaze & The Hilonesome Band have been likened to the classic British bands Pentangle and Fairport Convention, blending “classic” folk music with rough-edged stories of tragedy and fate. On “Not That Kind of Girl,” they stretch their musical muscles even further with Glaze professing that the band can “…mix bluegrass with mountain balladry, jazz and Celtic sounds and even a bit of rockabilly and Joni Mitchell-style rock/samba.”

Boasting guest artists Herb Pedersen, Chris Hillman, Joe Craven, and Skip Edwards, the album represents the work of the Hilonesome Band for the last two years since releasing the critically acclaimed "White Swan" in March of 2013.

This project took a while. Susie related, “Recording began in January 2014 with Herb Pedersen and Chris Hillman joining us in the studio to create our version of J.D. Souther's classic song ‘Prisoner in Disguise.’”

Besides “Prisoner,” other cuts on the album include six originals from their own resident songwriter, Rob Carlson, along with covers from David Olney, Denise Hagan and Ernest Troost. The feel of the album is decidedly Americana, a true melting-pot of folk music sounds including standard country, contemporary folk, Texas swing, Joni Mitchell-style jazz-rock, traditional old-country ballads, and bossa-nova-style jazz, with the classic ’70s sound of "Prisoner in Disguise" featuring Hillman and Pedersen topping off the eclectic mix. Pedersen also appears on several additional cuts on guitar, vocals, resonator guitar and 5-string banjo.

Leading off is the song “Independence,” an original with a newgrass / Celtic instrumental, calling up the specter of Irish anthems of glorious historical pasts. The title song, “Not That Kind Of Girl” (also an original) is a new classic-country tune in the style of Patsy Cline, celebrating fidelity in an amusing double-entendre play on words.

The track “Heartland” is a gorgeous heartfelt ballad from major Irish composer Denise Hagan. “Millionaire” is a cover of a song by Americana music compatriot Dave Olney, and it features a strong lead vocal from Highlonesome mandolinist Steve Rankin. A Henry Hipkens song, “That’s How I Learned To Sing The Blues,” boasts a humorous and great performance from bassist Fred Sanders. “The Mountain,” “Don’t Resist Me,” and “This Old House” are all originals, with the latter featuring Herb Pedersen on resonator guitar.

There’s a traditional ballad, “Dens of Yarrow,” performed in the old style of the Irish presentation with voice, fiddle and accordions only. Cherished ’70s power ballad “Prisoner In Disguise” (from J.D. Souther via Linda Ronstadt) features Herb Pedersen on guitar and harmony vocals and Chris Hillman on mandolin. There is a video in production for this song that features the band with Pedersen and Hillman. Kerrville New Folk winner and L.A. music institution Ernest Troost has his song, “The Last To Leave,” covered, and the record ends with another Carlson original, “Never Give Up,” which featured percussion by the great Joe Craven, famous emcee of folk festivals throughout, master musician, and formerly of the David Grisman Band.

With her renowned standout vocals, Susie Glaze is inspired by some of the great woman singers of country music. Dolly Parton, Emmylou Harris and the late Jean Ritchie are among a named few. Last year, Glaze spoke of the high honor to have a song included on the Compass Records release, “Dear Jean — Artists Celebrate Jean Ritchie,” alongside iconic artists Judy Collins, Janis Ian, Pete Seeger, and many others. Susie sang for Ms. Ritchie at the release concert for that CD in May 2014 in Berea, Kentucky, on the bill with Kathy Mattea and John McCutcheon. “Many fans have told me that on the Jean Ritchie songs they can’t tell if it is me or Jean singing,” said Glaze. She adds, “Jean herself told me the same thing.”

Glaze has a gift for telling stories and communicating a feeling through a song. With a stellar band behind her and its impressive songwriting by Rob Carlson, “Not That Kind Of Girl” is a record to be proud of. “I think what is truly unique about us is our eclectic playlist and influences,” states Glaze. “Rob’s songwriting, my voice, and the tight bonding within our band — it all adds up to creating great music that doesn’t sound like anyone else.”

More info, including where to buy the new record, is at:
http://susieglaze.com


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Third news feature…

• BACKBEAT BOOKS PUBLISHES “BOUTIQUE ACOUSTICS – 180 YEARS OF HANDBUILT AMERICAN GUITARS”

(Montclair, N.J., June 23, 2015) – Discerning guitarists know that solo luthiers and small workshops are currently building some of the finest acoustic guitars ever made. A new book, “Boutique Acoustics,” tells the story of how America's crop of talented luthiers came to create guitars that rival the legendary instruments of the 1930s and ’40s from builders like Martin, Gibson, and the Larson brothers, as well as a number of more obscure guitar makers who all have played a key part in the evolution of the instrument.

“Boutique Acoustics” starts in 1833 with C.F. Martin, Sr., the first known luthier in America. It goes all the way back, surveying the classical guitars he learned to build in Vienna under the tutelage of Johann Stauffer. From there, the book follows the story of how a gut-strung Austrian classical guitar developed into the modern steel-string flattop guitar, with the help of Spanish luthiers, Hawaiian steel guitarists, and Italian mandolin players.

The book also explains how unusual 19th century inventions, like the harp guitar and the 12-string, influenced the development of the modern six-string guitar. It’s quite complete, covering the birth of the steel-string, the rise of small factories, the advent of "one-man shops," the origins of various trends in guitar construction – the design of cutaways; the use of a variety of woods, polishes, and other aesthetic detailing; and the incorporation of high-tech materials, such as carbon fiber and Nomex.

Current luthiers including Ervin Somogyi, Charles Fox, Jeff Traugott, Michihiro Matsuda, and Kathy Wingert are covered, and so are the pioneers of modern guitar-making, including Michael Gurian, J.W. Gallagher, Stuart Mossman, Nick Kukich, the Santa Cruz Guitar Company, and Roy Noble. The Book also explores important but now obscure builders like Gower, NBN, and Max Krimmel.

Included in this lavishly illustrated volume is a comprehensive guide to every significant US maker ,descriptions of the most popular styles, and a detailed reference section about boutique guitar models.

The book’s author, Michael John Simmons, started playing electric guitar in punk bands as a teenager before he was converted to acoustic music by a rabid Django Reinhardt fan. He spent 15 years working at Gryphon Stringed Instruments in Palo Alto, California, where he says he “learned more about the construction and history of ukuleles, guitars, mandolins, and banjos than was good for him.” Simons is a former review editor at “Fiddler Magazine” and a former contribution editor at “Acoustic Guitar.” He has authored other books – “Taylor Guitars: 30 Years of a New American Classic,” and he co-authored “Acoustic Guitar: An Historical Look at the Composition, Construction, and Evolution of One of the Worlds' Most Beloved Instruments.” Simmons is the co-founder, along with Jason Verlinde, of “The Fretboard Journal” and “The Ukulele Occasional” magazines.

“Boutique Acoustics” is richly illustrated, 144 pages, and retails for $29.99 (US); it is inventory #HL 00124178; UPC: 884088964214 On your bookshelf, it is 8.5" wide and 11.0" tall.

The publisher, Backbeat Books, is an imprint of Hal Leonard Performing Arts Publishing Group. More info, and where to find or order a copy, at:
www.backbeatbooks.com or
www.onstageandbackstage.wordpress.com


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Fourth news feature…

• ITS SOLID GOLD PHONOGRAPH RECORDS?
A WHILE AGO, BUT THE SPACE PROGRAM ISN’T QUITE DEAD

A veteran NASA spacecraft makes its 60,000th lap around Mars today, with “No Pit Stops,” as the space agency proudly quips. NASA's “Mars Odyssey” planetary orbiter spacecraft, reaches that major milestone today, June 23rd, when it total orbits reach 60K since arriving at the Red Planet in 2001. NASA has achieved miracles with its robotic rovers on the surface, and with this lesser-known little orbiting workhorse.

Musicians mostly know about two other robots, the pair of “Voyager” spacecraft that flew-by and photographed the planets, and now have both left the solar system – the only man-made objects ever to do that. Of course, the reason why music-types remember is that each “Voyager” carries a phonograph record made of solid gold, with instructions how to play it, for anybody (any “thing”) that finds it “out there.” The records contain classical, roots, folk, blues, bluegrass, acoustic, and rock music, as well as whale songs and greetings in many languages of Earth. Their musical inclusions are the source of the best space joke ever: “Wow! We have a message here from aliens!” “My God! What does it say?!” “Send more Chuck Berry.”

The U.S. is STILL the only nation EVER to land functioning robotic spacecraft on Mars, and still the only nation ever to send human explorers to any mass of land off the earth (the Moon). We now know that Europa, a moon of Jupiter, has more LIQUID water than all the oceans and other sources of water on Earth, COMBINED. We can pretty much know that if we are going to find life “out there,” it’ll be on Europa.

And, despite our proven abilities to get outstanding return for investment, we still can’t get Congress to spend any real money on space exploration because _____-?



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Sat & Sun, Jun 27 & 28,
FESTIVAL,
in Ventura:
10:30 am 7th annual “ROADSHOW REVIVAL, A Tribute to the Music of Johnny Cash,” brings two days of music, fun, and plenty of other planned activities in its NEW LOCATION, Mission Park in old downtown Ventura (across from Mission San Buenaventura), at 185 E Santa Clara St, Ventura.
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This year’s lineup includes:
REVEREND HORTON HEAT - rockabilly virtuosos
BILLY JOE SHAVER - outlaw country legend
THE BLASTERS - roots rockers
BIG SANDY AND HIS FLY RITE BOYS
JOHN DOE from seminal L.A. punk band X
SLIM JIM PHANTOM from THE STRAY CATS
ROBERT GORDON - rockabilly revivalist
GAMBLERS MARK
THE FREIGHTSHAKERS
PETUNIA & THE VIPERS
BIG TWEED
THE VONETTES
MATT ARMOR
MEDICINE HAT
JUST DAVE BAND
HIGHWAY STARR
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This 7th annual event, presented (as always) by Ross Emery Entertainment, features different themes each day. Sunday brings popular outlaw country, rockabilly, and bluegrass bands. Saturday centers around MANY Johnny Cash tribute bands.
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Along the way, there’s a pin-up girl pageant, hot rods, custom cars and motorcycles, Johnny Cash memorabilia, a guided tour of Johnny Cash’s legacy in Ventura, food & beverage vendors, a kid’s corral, and scores of vendors with unique offerings and collectibles.
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Tix and info, www.roadshowrevival.com
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Tix are $32 (advance) for a 2-Day “Get Rhythm” Main Stage Pit ticket ($65 value) with access to all of the Roadshow Revival festivities as well as entry into the Pit area of the Main Stage.
$20 (advance) gets you a 2-Day general admission ticket ($40 value).


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Sat & Sun, Jun 27 & 28,
FESTIVAL,
in San Diego Co (Vista):
Annual “SAN DIEGO SCOTTISH HIGHLAND GAMES & GATHERING OF THE CLANS” at Brengle Terrace Park, 1200 Vale Terrace Dr, Vista 92084.
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Info in Wednesday’s edition.


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Sat, Jun 27,
FESTIVAL,
in OC (Irvine):
Annual “BANDS & BELLIES FESTIVAL” at the Temple Of Light OC, 11 Goddard, Irvine 92618.
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This one features a 7 pm full concert set by the wonderful MARINA V, plus belly-dancing, yoga, arts & crafts, and food vendors. Marina tells us, “I played at this festival two years ago and everybody was so nice and we had a GREAT time! And all proceeds benefit an animal rescue in Irvine, so your ticket money will go to a great cause.
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More info: www.bandsandbellies.com/current-show.php
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Admission (suggested donation): $12 for admission and concert, or $20 for show and the 5:30 pm Yoga class (cost for age 16 and up), Free for children under age 5.


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Through June 28,
FESTIVAL,
in Hollywood:
Annual “HOLLYWOOD FRINGE FESTIVAL” runs for over a week, with live music performances in various genres (some are folk-friendly), in venues large and small, all over the Hollywood end of L.A.
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There’s also local and international theater. The ever-expanding event hosts around 275 shows each year. You’ll find everything from one-person shows, to new musicals with chorus lines, to comedies, to edgy dramas. For an abridged version, you can get tix to “The Pick of The Fringe,” showcasing five of the best shows, on Friday night, June 19.
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Info, schedules, venues, and discount tix all at Goldstar:
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www.goldstar.com


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3) TUESDAY TUNEFULNESS ~ concert & arts scene
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Tue, Jun 23, in Downey:
6 pm Monthly “DOWNEY FOLK MUSIC JAM” at the Barbara J. Riley Community & Senior Center, 7810 Quill Dr, Downey 90242; 562-904-7223.
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No charge. Led by Bea & Jim Romano. All acoustic instruments welcome. Bea says, “Bring acoustic instruments, voices, guests, and join in. All levels welcome.” Check out the “Jam” page at: www.Celticana.net or call for more info, 562-861-7049.

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Tue, Jun 23, in T.O.:
6-10 pm Monthly “THOUSAND OAKS SONG CIRCLE” at the Greenhouse Café, 652 Janss Rd, Thousand Oaks 91360.

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Tue, Jun 23, in San Diego Co (Miramar or San Diego):
6-8:30 pm Monthly “BLUEGRASS SLOW JAM LEARNING SESSION” happens on fourth Tuesdays at either the Boll Weevil Restaurant, 7080 Miramar Rd, Miramar (San Diego) 92117, OR at Morse Academy, 4434 30th St, San Diego 92116. Call to find out where it is this month: 619-200-7498.

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Tue, Jun 23, in SGV (Arcadia):
7-9:30 pm Weekly “SONGWRITERS SERENADE” brings a showcase of recording artists, combos, and bands, plus performing host JC HYKE, all performing acoustic, at Matt Denny's Ale House Restaurant & Bar, 145 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91006.
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Venue has full menu and full bar; no cover.

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Tue, Jun 16, in Signal Hill:
7 pm-’til-late Weekly “BLUEGRASS SOUP JAM” at Convert-A-Tape, 2420 Gundry Av, Signal Hill 90755.

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Tue, Jun 23, in L.A.:
7:30 pm RJ CHESNEY with an ALL-STAR all-acoustic band plays Genghis Cohen, 740 N Fairfax Av, Los Angeles 90046.
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RJ tells us, "I am celebrating my birthday by having a show… excited about performing with an all acoustic band!

• “On mandolin, Dobro, acoustic guitar we have the always awesome band regular JOHN O'KENNEDY.

• “On banjo & accordion we have PHIL PARLAPIANO. Phil has played and recorded with many of my music heroes including JOHN PRINE! I am excited to have his talent at this show.

• “On UPRIGHT BASS we have the excellent GRAHAM CHAPMAN. (My regular bass player is in Europe somewhere.)

• “Ms. MICHAEL ANN AZOULAI, always enchanting band regular, on backing vocals.

"Please note, my show will start promptly at 8 pm. That is the real time, I don't have an opening act for this show, so, get there by 7:30 pm."

Venue has full menu, full bar, and is known for its Chinese food. If you arrive early to order food, be sure they seat you in the music hall.

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Tue, Jun 23, in L.A.:
8 pm ROBERT EARL KEEN with THE EASY LEAVES are playing the El Rey Theatre, 5515 Wilshire Bl, Los Angeles.
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He’s a legendary Texas-Americana performing songwriter who shares band membership with other top artists. More at: www.robertearlkeen.com
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Tix are $30, at: http://bit.ly/RobertEarlKeen

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Tue, Jun 23, in SFV (Chatsworth):
8 pm RIP MASTERS performs and tonight is “Beer Special” night, 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, 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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Tue, Jun 23, in Burbank:
8 pm LIVE MUSIC TONIGHT, Americana / roots / alt or trad country or honky tonk, tonight at Cody’s Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506; 818-515-4444. Venue has full menu and full bar, and is known for its Mexican food.

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Tue, Jun 23, in SFV (Toluca Lake):
8-11 pm Weekly “TRADITIONAL IRISH MUSIC SESSION” is a structured jam at Timmy Nolan's Tavern & Grill, 10111 Riverside Dr, Toluca Lake 91602; 818-985-3359.

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Tue, Jun 23, 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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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; Tuey, Jun 30, 7:30 pm.



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4) WORKSHOPS for ARTISTS and MUSICIANS this week…
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Sat, Jun 27,
WORKSHOP,
in Culver City:
2 pm “BLUES GUITAR WORKSHOP” by National Guitar endorsed artist DOUG MacLEOD at Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City 90230. Call to reserve your spot, 310-398-2583.
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Doug MacLeod and Denny Croy also perform at the venue Saturday night at 8 pm. Call for tix.



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5) TICKET ALERTS…
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ONGOING EVENTS are listed in the first section, followed by UPCOMING FESTIVALS listed in their own section, then our ever-growing section for UPCOMING CONCERTS and arts events.

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Now 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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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; Tuey, Jun 30, 7:30 pm.

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Now through Jun 27 (see sched. below), in Hollywood:
“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. Runs Sun, June 7, at 8 pm; Fri, June 12 at 4 pm; Sun, June 14 at 10 pm; Tue, June 16 at 8 pm; Fri, June 19 at 6 pm; & Sat, June 27 at 6 pm. Tix, $13. Reservations, 323- 455-4585. Online tix, www.hollywoodfringe.org/projects/2490

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Now through Sep 26, in Topanga:
3:30 pm “AS YOU LIKE IT” re-sets Shakespeare to the American Civil War, at the Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum, 1419 N Topanga Canyon Bl, Topanga, midway between Malibu and the San Fernando Valley.
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Jul 11 through Sep 26, in Topanga:
7:30 pm “GREEN GROW THE LILACS,” the Pulitzer Prize-nominated play that inspired “Oklahoma!”, at Will Geer’s Theatricum Botanicum, 1419 N Topanga Canyon Bl, in the heart of Topanga Canyon, midway between Malibu and the San Fernando Valley. The production opens Sat, Jul 11 and runs through Sep 26. See the feature story in the “News” section of the Guide’s Jun 22 edition.
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Tix range from $10-$39.50, with discounts available for students, seniors, the military and AEA members.
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The season’s offerings here alternate. For a complete schedule of the summer season’s performances and to purchase tickets, call 310-455-3723 or go to www.theatricum.com

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Now through Aug 2, in Hollywood:
Andrew Lloyd Webber's “THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA” is a new production by Cameron Mackintosh at the Hollywood Pantages, 6233 Hollywood Bl, Hollywood; www.HollywoodPantages.com
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In L.A. for a limited 8-week run through August 2 at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre, with newly reinvented staging and stunning scenic design. This new version of “PHANTOM OF THE OPERA” is performed by a stunning cast and orchestra comprised of 52 superbly talented actors, singers and musicians. It’s being billed as “the MUST SEE production of 2015.”
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FESTIVALS
happening after this coming weekend
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Out-of-Town Festivals…

Thu-Sun, Jul 2-5,
FESTIVAL,
in Oregon:
Annual “WATERFRONT BLUES FEST” in Portland, OR. Their 2015 schedule is not yet posted, nor are prices and discount accommodations at nearby PSU.
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BUDDY GUY is the festival headliner on Sunday, July 5.
Over 80 local & national blues bands will perform on three main stages.
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Zydeco bands include:
CHUBBY CARRIER
ROSIE LEDET
DOG HILL STOMPERS
COREY LEDET ZYDECO BAND
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Plus local Cajun-zydeco bands and a large zydeco dance floor.
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Sat, Aug 8, in downtown L.A.:
3-7 pm “BURGERS & BEER FESTIVAL” at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Features Los Angeles’ best burger restaurants serving their signature sliders and the state’s best craft breweries sampling the brews that have made them famous. Confirmed restaurants include Animal, Bouchon Bistro, Grill 'Em All, Ledlow, Pono Burger and many more to come. Confirmed breweries include Angel City Brewery, Bottle Logic Brewing, Ninkasi Brewing, Strand Brewing Company and many more to come.


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Fri-Sun, Sep 4-5-6,
FESTIVAL,
in Rhode Island:
Annual “RHYTHM & ROOTS FEST” in Ninigret State Park, RI. If you go, make it a day early to catch STEVE RILEY & THE MAMOU PLAYBOYS on Sep 3 at the Towers.
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Full info at www.rhythmandroots.com


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Fri-Sun, Sep 18-21,
FESTIVAL,
in Coloma (Northern Cal):
9th annual "AMERICAN RIVER MUSIC FESTIVAL" announced its lineup and began offering discounted early bird tickets on May 1, and that offer closes SOON.
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The festival recently announced its line-up:
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Main Stage:
Nicki Bluhm & The Gramblers, The Infamous Stringdusters, Dangermuffin, Nora Jane Struthers & The Party Line, Shook Twins, David Luning Band, Songs of the Fall, David Myles Trio, Spark and Whisper, Dennis Johnson and The Mississippi Ramblers.
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Other Stages ~ Campgrounds and Hot Spots:
Dangermuffin, Shook Twins, David Luning Band, Songs of the Fall, David Myles Trio, Spark and Whisper, Dennis Johnson and The Mississippi Ramblers, A Thousand Years at Sea, Proxima Parada, Achilles Wheel Duo, McNevin & The Spokes, Island of Black and White, The Keller Sisters, Stringtown Ambassadors, The Love Choir, Moon Shiner, The Painted Horses, Lumadae, Tamra Godey.
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Friday Night Showcase hosted by Michael Gaither:
Ten more performances tba.
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Sponsors say, "The South Fork wants you to hear music on its banks! Limited Time left to get ‘Early Bird’ discounts at the festival website.”
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The festival was named "Best of" choice for fun things to do in the Sacramento Bee newspaper, and called, "Friendly, Unforgettable" in the Mountain Democrat. "...what a great vibe at the festival" wrote the Auburn Journal. "Music and Moving Water in Perfect Harmony" says Submerge Magazine.
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Full info and tix, www.americanrivermusic.org/festival.php


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Fri-Sun, Oct 9-11,
FESTIVAL,
in Louisiana:
Annual “FESTIVALS ACADIENS” in Lafayette, LA. Info at www.festivalsacadiens.com includes discount room rates at Ramada Inn, Lafayette, if you book early.


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All coming up, some SOON, many with advance discounts, others that’ll sell-out quickly.

Sat & Sun, Jun 27 & 28, atop SFV:
Noon & 2 pm “A MUSICAL ROAD TRIP THROUGH AMERICA” summer series debuts this weekend with performances by THE OOKS OF HAZZARD and 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 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 (North Hills):
7 pm GRANT GEISSMAN QUINTET performs at the “Stardust House Concerts” series in North Hills. Reservations get directions at: www.stardustconcerts.com

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Sat, Jun 27, in Pasadena:
Time tba DAVE MORRISON BAND performs at “Quarter Moon Revue” at Throop Hall in Pasadena. Info, email Scott King at: jsk1.2007@gmail.com

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Sun, Jun 28, in L.A.:
Time tba “SONGWRITERS ON SONGWRITING LIVE” with the bestselling author of the book of that title, PAUL ZOLLO. Paul is hosting legendary Chicago blues phenomenon CORKY SIEGEL, whom he calls, “one of the stars of my youth.” The event is at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles.
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The public can attend; we’ll have details soon, here in our “Ticket Alerts” section.
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Corky Siegel, says Paul, “emerged from the Siegel-Schwall Blues Band to become a solo act back when I was in high school and would thrill at any chance to hear him. Amazing pianist, remarkable harmonica player and great songwriter. A night with Corky will be amazing. Thanks to his friend and mine James Lee Stanley for making this happen.”

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Sat, Jun 28, 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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Thu, Jul 2, in Agoura Hills:
“ALL-STAR CHARITY TRIBUTE TO THE BEACH BOYS AND THE CALIFORNIA SOUND” at the Canyon Club in Agoura Hills. Over 50 of L.A.'s finest will be performing live, including CARNIE & WENDY WILSON (WILSON PHILLIPS), BOB COWSILL (THE COWSILLS), DON RANDI (THE WRECKING CREW), ROSEMARY BUTLER, MARCY LEVY (ERIC CLAPTON, ELTON JOHN), FREEBO (BONNIE RAITT), BERTON AVERRE (THE KNACK), MARK LENNON (VENICE), DAVE PEARLMAN (DAN FOGELBERG) and many more. This show benefits City of Hope's "Rock The Cure."

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Sat, Jul 15, in Hollywood:
JOHN FOGERTY's "1969" TOUR plays its only L.A. (and Southern Cal) date at the Hollywood Bowl, with trad-New Orleans keyboard wizard BOB MALONE.

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Aug 22, in Bev Hills:
LEON RUSSELL plays the Saban Theatre, 8440 Wilshire Bl, Beverly Hills.
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Tix at www.canyonclub.net or 888-645-5006.

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Sep 10, in Bev Hills:
JOHN HIATT & THE COMBO plus TAJ MAHAL TRIO play the Saban Theatre, 8440 Wilshire Bl, Beverly Hills.
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Sat, Sep 19, in Hollywood:
LILA DOWNS plays the Hollywood Pantages.

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Oct 2, in BevHills:
GORDON LIGHTFOOT plays the Saban Theatre, 8440 Wilshire Bl, Beverly Hills.
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Dec 12, in BevHills:
""FRANK SINATRA'S 100th BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION" featuring FRANK SINATRA JR. "Sinatra Sings Sinatra" at the Saban Theatre, 8440 Wilshire Bl, Beverly Hills.
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