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Guide to this edition…

1) NEWS:
(a) Ash Grove Returns for a Day, Saturday, on its Original 1958-1973 Site
(b) Folk Alliance Far-West “Best of the West Ambassador Award” 2015 to Honor Russ & Julie Paris (Russ & Julie’s House Concerts)
(c) Giant 6 Ton Potato & 18-Foot-High Fork: Spuds & Table Utensils Meet again Saturday

2) FESTIVALS this Weekend

3) FRIDAY’s Music & Arts Scene

4) SATURDAY’s Music & Arts Scene

5) SUNDAY’s Music & Arts Scene

6) TICKET ALERTS…
Separate categories for ongoing events, upcoming festivals, & concerts

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1) NEWS: three good ones...
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Today’s 1st News Feature...

ASH GROVE RETURNS FOR A DAY, SATURDAY, ON ITS ORIGINAL 1958-1973 SITE

On Saturday, July 11, from 1:30-4:30 pm (a half-hour earlier than previously announced) the legendary mecca of folk music and the counter-culture will resurrect itself for the “ASH GROVE BENEFIT CONCERT,” with performances by DAVE & PHIL ALVIN, THE BERNIE PEARL BLUES BAND featuring BARBARA MORRISON, LEN CHANDLER, GET LIT PLAYERS, and THE NEW ASH GROVE PLAYERS featuring CLAUDIA LENNEAR & SS JONES. And the address where it will happen is the Ash Grove’s own former home, which has for many years been the landmark address of the Hollywood Improv, at 8162 Melrose Av, Los Angeles 90048.

The long-gone and justifiably legendary Ash Grove celebrates its 57th birthday on the actual day of its long-ago opening, July 11th, with a show of marvelous and successful artists worthy of the storied acts it booked so long ago. The club’s founder, Ed Pearl, has been most interested in talking about someone who will not be there, and whose presence will be especially missed. That is Guy Carawan, who made the trip from his North Carolina home with longtime wife Candi for an Ash Grove Foundation event a few years ago.

“Guy Carawan was the first person on our stage, performing, and host Brownie McGhee, and Geronimo Villerino the legendary guitarist and my flamenco teacher. Guy played an major role in my musical growth, and the Ash Grove,” recalls Pearl.

There will be special attention to the memory of Guy Carawan, a Civil Rights Movement leader and lifelong peace activist, who passed away in May. Pearl says, “Candi and Guy wrote a wonderful book – ‘Sing for Freedom – The Story of the Civil Rights Movement through its Songs.’ They, uniquely, traveled throughout the south, recording choirs at churches and meetings involved in the mass movement.”

Along with the impressive musical lineup, you can bet on some revealing tales from Ed Pearl. There aren’t many people out there who booked Lightnin’ Hopkins, Elizabeth Cotton, and Sonny Terry, all in L.A., and who served coffee to a young Jackson Browne while he was waiting to play some freshly-written songs no one had ever heard.

Tix & info for Saturday’s event at www.ashgrovemusic.org


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Today’s 2nd News Feature...

FOLK ALLIANCE FAR-WEST “BEST OF THE WEST AMBASSADOR AWARD” 2015 TO HONOR RUSS & JULIE PARIS (RUSS & JULIE’S HOUSE CONCERTS)

This Saturday night, a sold-out house concert (there is a waiting list), will host Grammy-winning guitarist LAURENCE JUBER. Of course, it’s the latest in a long series of splendid offerings in the “Russ and Julie’s House Concerts” series in Oak Park, in the hard-to-define Agoura Hills / Westlake Village area.

They’ve been at it so long their website is houseconcerts.us

Moreover, they have taught a great many others how to produce and host a house concert, and they’ve taught artists how to approach fans and what to do to educate them and make it work.

For those things and more, Russ & Julie will be honored with the 2015 "Best of the West" Ambassador award by Folk Alliance Region West (FAR-West). The award will be presented at the annual FAR-West Music Conference this coming October in Oakland, CA. The full citation notes their two decades of dedication to the music industry, and the full press release can be viewed at www.far-west.org/2015/05/press-release-best-of-the-west-2015-honors.html

Russ & Julie say, “We are thrilled and delighted by this incredible honor of an award that has been previously given to Bread & Roses, The Ash Grove, Freight & Salvage, Howard & Roz Larman of FolkScene, Bob Stane of Ice House/Coffee Gallery, and Cloud Moss of Kate Wolf Memorial Festival not to mention musicians like The Kingston Trio, Chris Hillman, Barry McGuire, John McEuen, Laurie Lewis, Utah Phillips, Rosalie Sorrels, Joe Craven and Lowen & Navarro, among a number of others. THANK YOU to the FAR-West Board of Directors.”

The Guide adds out congratulations to this essential couple who has taught the world how to do house concerts. May they host many, many more.


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Today’s 3rd News Feature...

GIANT 6 TON POTATO & 18-FOOT-HIGH FORK: SPUDS & TABLE UTENSILS MEET AGAIN SATURDAY

What artsy-fartsy type can resist this?

This Saturday morning, July 11, the Idaho Potato Council returns to Pasadena with their 18-wheeler Potato Mobile to sidle-up to the 18- foot high "Fork In the Road." It happens at the home of the fork, at the intersection of St. Johns Place and Pasadena Ave. – a “fork-in-the-road,” of course.

The fork is always there, and worth a trip on its own. It frequently attracts global visitors for selfie photo shoots. But this is sumpin’ ya don’t see everyday: a 6-ton potato, served-up for the brobdignagian fork. Oh sure, the Coffee Gallery Backstage, which is actually up in Altadena, has put-on a show of huge potatoes and enormous table utensils for the enjoyment of crowds of people – and to be featured on the evening news – several times in the past few years. But the potato is a product of Idaho. (It had to be there or Maine, after all), and the spud lives in Idaho when it’s not roaming the nation for celebrity spud appearances. Which is most of the time. So catch it while you can.

The actual address for that navigating machine on which you are far too dependent, is “Fork Plaza,” 200 W. Bellefontaine, Pasadena, CA 91105.

The Idaho Potato Council trucks-in their 6-ton fiberglass potato and the action begins right around 10:30 am. There will be potato sack races, hot potato jugglers, singers doing potato and fork songs, and several other events, fork- and potato- oriented. Expect a charity to be there, benefiting their cause with a sign-up board for some future event that will likely happen at the fork. It’s been doing noble service for food bank food drives and other good causes since it first mysteriously appeared there as a guerrilla art installation.

Oh, and the truck hauling the potato comes with lots of visual toys and a colorful crew.

The Coffee Gallery webpage has more about it, along with the full schedule of delightful acoustic music shows in its “Backstage” showroom. The Coffee Gallery Backstage offers Folk-Americana music with national headliners most every night and sometimes with weekend matinees. It has great sound and professional lighting.

All that, plus the news from fork central, is at:

www.coffeegallery.com.



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2) FESTIVALS this Weekend
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Sun, Jul 12,
FESTIVAL,
in Santa Clarita:
3-9:30 pm "AMERICANA FOLKFEST" presented by L.A. SummerFest at Rivendale Park in Towsley Cyn, 24675 The Old Rd, Santa Clarita 91321.
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Music includes:
KELLY'S LOT
MIKE FLEMING (of NEW WEST)
LESLIE BEAUVAIS (singer-songwriter)
JOHN ZIPPERER & FRIENDS
SUSIE GLAZE & THE HILONESOME BAND
BRIAN JOSEPH
HOT OCTOBER
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Great family event, with plenty of live music, dancing, arts & crafts vendors, food & beverages, the SCV Quilters Show, and more.
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Free.



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Fri, Jul 10, in Burbank:
1-3 pm THE WOODYJAMES BIG BAND plays their weekly lunch show at Cody's Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506.
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A one-menu-item cover applies. Venue has a full menu & full bar.

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Fri, Jul 10, in Burbank:
5-10 pm LIVE AMERICANA / TRAD OR ALT COUNTRY in a full lineup on two stages in separate rooms at Cody's Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506.
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* 5 pm THE GREG & CHRIS SHOW.
* 8 pm RIO BRAVO.
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A one-menu-item cover applies. Venue has a full menu & full bar.

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Fri, Jul 10, in L.A.:
5-9 pm “SUMMER NIGHTS IN THE GARDEN” returns to the L.A. Natural History Museum. The promo says, “Come awaken your senses at the Natural History Museum’s summer outdoor happy hour complete with great music, garden-inspired cocktails, hands-on garden and science projects, botanical tours, food trucks, and more.”
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Tonight’s happenings - Pickling with food writer Emily Han* - Nature Screen Printing with Self Help Graphics* - Build Bee Hotels* - Patio chats and smoke fly sampling with NHM Citizen Science experts - Enchanting Toy Theater Performances - Live animal presentations * Requires a timed-ticket; available on a first-come basis
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Additional programs are Jul 24, Aug 7, & Aug 21, all 5-9 pm.
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FREE. Reservations required at:
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https://tickets.nhm.org/WebStore/shop/ViewItems.aspx?CG=nhmonline&C=SummerNights1

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Fri Jul 10, in Idyllwild:
6:30-9:30 pm DENNIS ROGER REED & THE REED BROTHERS BAND play Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe Bistro, 54245 N Circle Dr, Unit C-8, Idyllwild; 814-360-7379.
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Fri, Jul 10, in Tehachapi:
7 pm JUNI FISHER, “The West's Best Cowgirl Balladeer,” plays Fiddler's Crossing, 206 East F St, Tehachapi 93561; 661-823-9994.
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Juni Fisher is one of the most popular singing cowgirls on the Cowboy Poetry and Folk Festival circuits. She has won numerous awards from the Western Music Association and the Academy of Western Artists and has released seven CDs. In her spare time, she also loves to go fly fishing.
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Juni Fisher is no stranger to Tehachapi. She has played three previous sold-out concerts at Fiddlers Crossing. Fisher is the real deal – a Western singer who actually IS a cowgirl. Many of her songs are about women rodeo riders of bygone days, and she can be funny and poignant at the same time. Fisher grew up horse crazy on a San Joaquin Valley citrus farm, achieving 4-H and FFA honors, listening to the music of Marty Robbins, Joan Baez and Burl Ives and learning Western songs from her father. While in elementary school, Fisher began singing in a trio with her two sisters. She started playing guitar at age seven and wrote her first song at age eight. After graduation from high school, Fisher rode her way through the Equine Science program at the College of the Sequoias in Visalia, helping neighboring ranchers train horses and winning top honors at Intercollegiate and Quarter Horse shows. Singing big band standards with a dance orchestra was a way of earning entry money for horse shows. Meanwhile, she continued to write her own songs. She moved to Santa Ynez, CA, in 1984 to train cutting horses, and was soon asked to join a local band. It wasn’t long before she was singing in Los Angeles clubs with a popular country band, playing the Western and cowboy music she loved. In 1991, Fisher traded her quarter horses for hunters and jumpers when she accepted a one-year position with a Tennessee hunt club. Living near Nashville gave her the opportunity she needed to hone her songwriting skills. She and her husband, Rusty, still live in Tennessee with their horses.
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There’s more at www.junifisher.com
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Tickets are $20. Doors at 6:30 pm.
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Tickets available online at Fiddlers Crossing.com, or may be reserved by calling 661-823-9994. Buying tickets early is strongly suggested.
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On the horizon at Fiddlers Crossing: Golden Bough, Flagship Romance, Berkeley Hart, Phil Salazar, Sarah McQuaid, Claudia Russell, Men of Worth, and Molly’s Revenge.

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Fri, Jul 10, in Altadena:
7 pm JOHN ZIPPERER & FRIENDS with GARY STOCKDALE play the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; reservations, 626-798-6236.

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Fri-Sun, Jul 10-12, in downtown L.A.:
Time tba “BALLETNOW”™ brings ballet superstars for three performances at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in the L.A. Music Center; www.musiccenter.org
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Guest Artistic Directors and American Ballet Theatre principals ROBERTO BOLLE and HERMAN CORNEJO lead an international ensemble of 19 major dancers from 12 countries in three distinctive programs, with many of the dancers performing in Southern California and together for the first time.
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It’s being called the “next chapter in ballet” as each program features renowned stars pushing the boundaries of technique and interpretation, performing contemporary ballet works alongside traditional masterpieces.
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Program features:
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ROBERTO BOLLE, PETRA CONTI, MARLON DINO, MARIA EICHWALD, MARIA KOCHETKOVA, LUCIA LACARRA, MARIJN RADEMAKER, HENRY SIDFORD, DINO TAMAZLACARU, HERMAN CORNEJO, PAULO ARRAIS, MARYA CARMEN CATOYA, ERICA CORNEJO, PALOMA HERRERA, JUAN PABLO, LEDO CARLOS MOLINA, LUCIANA PARIS, KLEBER REBELLO, VIENGSAY VALDES,

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Fri, Jul 10, in SGV (Arcadia):
8 pm RANDY McALLISTER, Grammy-nominated Texas Blues artist, 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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Fri, Jul 10, in Hollywood:
Time tba NINA & LOUISE (of VERUCA SALT) play their CD RELEASE SHOW for the band’s new "Ghost Notes," at the El Rey in L.A.
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Nina Gordon and Louise Post of Veruca Salt are releasing their new album, "Ghost Notes" out today on El Camino Media.
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The two are playing an in-store live at Amoeba Hollywood, with a signing, on Jul 13.

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Fri, Jul 10, in SFV (Chatsworth):
8:30 pm-12:30 am LIVE AMERICANA / ALT OR TRAD COUNTRY nightly 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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Sat & Sun, Jul 11 & 12, atop SFV:
Noon & 2 pm “A MUSICAL ROAD TRIP THROUGH AMERICA” summer series resumes this weekend with performances Saturday by RHYTHM CHILD and Sunday by MASANGA MARIMBA 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, Jul 11, in L.A.:
1:30-4:30 pm “ASH GROVE BENEFIT CONCERT” with performances by DAVE & PHIL ALVIN, THE BERNIE PEARL BLUES BAND featuring BARBARA MORRISON, LEN CHANDLER, GET LIT PLAYERS, and THE NEW ASH GROVE PLAYERS featuring CLAUDIA LENNEAR & SS JONES, at the Hollywood Improv, 8162 Melrose Av, Los Angeles 90048.
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The long-gone and justifiably legendary Ash Grove celebrates its 57th birthday on the actual day, July 11th, with a great show at the original site, which is now The Improv. The club’s founder, Ed Pearl, says, “Guy Carawan was the first person on our stage, performing, and host Brownie McGhee, and Geronimo Villerino the legendary guitarist and my flamenco teacher. Guy played an major role in my musical growth, and the Ash Grove.”
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There will be special attention to the memory of Civil Rights Movement leader Guy Carawan, who passed away in May. Ed Pearl says, “Candi and Guy wrote a wonderful book – ‘Sing for Freedom --The Story of the Civil Rights Movement Through its Songs.’ They, uniquely, traveled throughout the south, recording choirs at churches and meetings involved in the mass movement.”
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Tix & info, www.ashgrovemusic.org

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Sat, Jul 11, in OC (Fullerton):
6 pm “MARDI GRAS IN JULY,” a benefit for the Women's Transitional Living Center with live music by the splendid BONNE MUSIQUE ZYDECO, at the Fullerton Museum Center, 301 N Pomona Av, Fullerton 92832.

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Sat, Jul 11, in SGV (Hacienda Heights):
6-9 pm “ZYDECO JAM SESSION,” Dance Lesson with live band and dancing with DENNIS G & THE ZYDECO TRAILRIDERZ, at the Hacienda Heights Community Center, 1234 Valencia Av, Hacienda Heights 91745.
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JAM Session, 6-7:30 pm, with open dance floor; 7:30-9 pm; Live Music with Dennis G & The Zydeco Trailriderz throughout the evening.

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Sat, Jul 11, in San Diego:
6-10:15 pm ANDRE THIERRY & ZYDECO MAGIC play the “BTSC Presents” series in Balboa Park, San Diego; check website for specific location: www.icajunzydeco.com
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Sat, Jul 11, in downtown L.A.:
7 pm BIG BAD VOODOO DADDY plus PRESTON SMITH play the free summer “PERSHING SQUARE CONCERT SERIES” in Pershing Square (park) 532 S Olive St, Los Angeles 90013; 310-401-0258.
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Details at: www.laparks.org/pershingsquare/SummerConcertSeries.html

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Sat, Jul 11, in Altadena:
7 pm JOHN ZIPPERER & FRIENDS, plus performing songwriter GARY STOCKDALE, play the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena.
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Sat, Jul 11, in VC (between Ventura & Ojai):
7 pm DE TEMPS ANTAN play a summer outdoor concert produced by the “Ojai Concert Series” at Dancing Oak Ranch, on Hwy 150 / 4585 Casitas Pass Rd, above Ventura 93001. Reservations get directions at 805-649-5189.
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Premier French Canadian Quebecois band DE TEMPS ANTAN play Dancing Oak Ranch. The gates open at 5 pm and the music starts at 5:15 with "THREE FOR JOY" made up of Ojai siblings ANGELA ROSE, & JOSEPH & DOMINIC PADULA; with fiddles, cello and mandolin, these lively youngsters play traditional Celtic tunes while weaving in a little Irish dancing to delight the early arrivers. Then, at 6 pm, JOHNNY MILLER, a transplanted L.A. musician doing his own brand of rockabilly country, pays tribute to some of country music's greats and does “some amazing covers of” early radio classics. DE TEMPS ANTAN start at 7 pm.
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DE TEMPS ANTAN have, since 2003, been performing time-honored melodies from the stomping grounds of Quebec’s musical past. Using fiddle, accordion, harmonica, guitar, bouzouki and a number of other instruments, these three virtuosos blend boundless energy with the unmistakable joie de vivre found only in traditional Quebec music. It takes a special blend of musical flair to create memorable songs of yesteryear! Songs with a hint of contemporary — dosed with uncontrolled laughter, deep-rooted couplets and sudden, impromptu shifts — that speak to familiar rhythms of the past. So come enjoy an evening unlike any other with De Temps Antan.
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ANDRÉ BRUNET was born in Lacolle, Quebec. In their teens, he and his brother Réjean, created the band Les Frères Brunet and went on to record several albums and perform at various concerts around the world. In 1997 he earned a coveted spot with La Bottine Souriante. At the Grand Masters Fiddling Competition in 2008 André took home top honours as "Grand Master of Canada”. It was the first time a Quebecer had won the prestigious award since the competition’s inception in 1990.
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PIERRE-LUC DUPUIS was born in Louiseville, Quebec, took up the accordion at 18 and at 19, founded Les Langues Fourchures, with whom he recorded their first album in 2001. In 2003, he joined Andre in La Bottine Souriante, and wowed audiences from Dublin to Porto and Budapest to Melbourne with his musical talent, unique humour and warm-hearted charisma.
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ÉRIC BEAUDRY was weaned on music in Saint-Côme, Quebec and began singing and playing guitar at the age of 10. In 1992, he founding the band La Galvaude, followed-up later by Ni Sarpe Ni Branche and Norouet. Éric’s singing voice has won him several awards including a 2002 Prix Mnémo. In 2003 he too joined La Bottine Souriante. Wherever he performs, His rich vocal range and unquestionable talent on stringed instruments—guitar, mandolin and bouzouki — guarantee a rousing performance for all.
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Dancing Oak Ranch is located just above Lake Casitas, halfway between Ojai and Carpinteria in a picturesque wooded canyon far from the noise and clutter of the big city, with temperatures cooler than Ojai and warmer than on the coast. This event include a delicious potluck, so bring a dish to share and have a picnic with friends, family and the band members on the grass and under the oaks. We supply the cups, plates, juice, coffee & water, but it’s B-Y-O-B if you want anything stronger. Please bring a low-back deck chair, a blanket, a jacket for cooler weather, plus a small flashlight to help find your vehicle after the show.
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Tickets are $20 in advance, (or at the gate), and kids under age 15 are free.

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Sat, Jul 11, in SGV (Arcadia):
7:30-10 pm PASADENA POPS present “CLASSICAL MYSTERY TOUR” (Music of the Beatles) at the L.A. County Arboretum, 301 N Baldwin Av, Arcadia 91007.
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Back by popular demand, with a fresh set list of Beatles favorites featuring hits from Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, with “Let it Be,” “Yesterday,” “Strawberry Fields Forever,” “Penny Lake,” “Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds,” “A Day in the Life” and more, performed with a full orchestra. Featured vocalists are Jim Owen, Tony Kishman, David John, & Chris Camilleri. Martin Herman, conductor.
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This is a fine summer series where you can enjoy a full orchestra outdoors, punctuated by tye indigenous peacocks.
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Tix start at $20 for the lawn, and cost more for tables and chairs up front. Gates at 5:30 pm for picknicking and if you're on the lawn, jockeying for position.

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Sat, Jul 11 (through Sep 26), in Topanga:
7:30 pm OPENING NIGHT of “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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Sat & Sun, Jul 11 & 12, in SaMo:
8 pm ALBERT LEE and CINDY CASHDOLLAR play at least part of the night as a duo, at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-828-4497.
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ALBERT LEE grew up in London, and began making music at an early age. He left school at sixteen to turn pro, eventually replacing Jimmy Page in The Crusaders before joining Chris Farlowe and The Thunderbirds in 1964. His proficiency playing country licks on his Telecaster led to more and more session work and, finally, a move to Los Angeles in the '70s. A few years later, Albert was asked by Emmylou Harris to replace James Burton —one of his guitar heroes —who was leaving for Elvis Presley's band. He joined the Hot Band, and his incredible guitar work came to the fore on the Luxury Liner LP. His career took off from there, and now, four decades later, he's a multiple Grammy winner, and, according to Vince Gill, "One of the finest guitar players who ever walked this earth."

CINDY CASHDOLLAR, Dobro, steel guitar, and lap steel player, has experienced a career that has taken some surprising twists and turns. All that has led her to work with many leading artists in various genres, including Ryan Adams, Bob Dylan, Van Morrison, Dave Alvin, Rod Stewart, Asleep At The Wheel, Leon Redbone, BeauSoleil, and Daniel Lanois. Cindy's unerring ability to perfectly complement a song, or step out with a tasteful, imaginative, and exciting solo — and to do it in so many musical genres — has made her one of the most in-demand musicians on the American roots music scene. Her debut CD, “Slide Show,” features guest artists comprising a Who's Who from the Americana music landscape. She was inducted into the Texas Steel Guitar Hall Of Fame in 2011 (the first female to be so honored), and The Texas Music Hall Of Fame in 2012.
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Sat, Jul 11, in Pasadena:
8 pm FRANKIE AVALON 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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Go early for the opening set at 7 pm by TIM TEDROW and the WILD MOUNTAIN MYSTICS on the smaller hillside stage under the trees. It will be dedicated to the memory of musician Terry Vreeland, who passed away last July.
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Sat, Jul 11, in T.O. area:
(sold out; Waiting List) 8 pm Grammy-winning guitarist LAURENCE JUBER plays “Russ and Julie’s House Concerts” series in Oak Park (Agoura Hills/Westlake Village area); reservations get directions at 818-707-2179 or rsvp@houseconcerts.us
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For those who haven't heard, Russ & Julie have been honored with the "Best of the West" Ambassador award by Folk Alliance Region West (FAR-West) for their two decades of dedication to the music industry. The award will be presented at the annual FAR-West Music Conference this coming October in Oakland, CA. The full press release can be viewed at: www.far-west.org/2015/05/press-release-best-of-the-west-2015-honors.html
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Russ & Julie say, “We are thrilled and delighted by this incredible honor of an award that has been previously given to Bread & Roses, The Ash Grove, Freight & Salvage, Howard & Roz Larman of FolkScene, Bob Stane of Ice House/Coffee Gallery, and Cloud Moss of Kate Wolf Memorial Festival not to mention musicians like The Kingston Trio, Chris Hillman, Barry McGuire, John McEuen, Laurie Lewis, Utah Phillips, Rosalie Sorrels, Joe Craven and Lowen & Navarro among a number of others. THANK YOU to the FAR-West Board of Directors.”

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Sat, Jul 11, in L.A.:
8 pm VAUD & THE VILLAINS play the Café-Club Fais Do Do, 5257 W Adams Bl, Los Angeles 90016; 323-954-8080.

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Sat, Jul 11, in San Diego Co (Encinitas):
8 pm SONORAN DOGS bring their bluegrass to the “San Diego Folk Heritage” series at San Dieguito United Methodist Church, 170 Calle Magdalena, Encinitas 92024; 858-566-4040.

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Sat, Jul 11, in Pasadena:
8 pm OPENING NIGHT for “SHIV,” by Aditi Brennan Kapil, directed by Emilie Beck, at Boston Court Theatre, 70 N Mentor Av, Pasadena 91106; 626-683-6883; www.bostoncourt.org
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Our correspondent there, Brian, says, “I attended an early runthrough on Sunday and I was moved by the way this play explores the relationship between the title character and her father, who is a poet in India yearning for literary success in the United States. There are many complex layers to this play, including investigations of colonialism and the challenges of being an immigrant. It left me with a lot to think about on the drive home, and the show isn't even close to being "done." The runthrough I watched was in the rehearsal room, so there were no theatrical design elements. Despite that, I could see how this is truly a ‘Boston Court’ play; it is deeply rich in text, and will be highly theatrical in the presentation. I am looking forward to watching the production develop over the next few weeks.”

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Sat, Jul 11, in BevHills:
9 pm JAKE SHIMABUKURO, uke master, vocalist & multi-instrumentalist, plays the Saban Theatre, 8440 Wilshire Bl, Beverly Hills 90211; 323-655-0111.

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Sat, Jul 11, in Culver City:
9 pm RICK SHEA & THE LOSIN' END plus AMILIA K. SPICER & HER BAND play the Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City 90230.
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9 pm - Amilia K. Spicer & Her Band.
10:30 pm - Rick Shea & The Losin End.
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AMILIA K. SPICER tells us, "Hey folks! Well, I'm squeezing one more Cinema show in before heading east, and this one will be different than usual, as the AKS band is playing early, and one set only.
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Sun, Jul 12, atop SFV:
Noon & 2 pm “A MUSICAL ROAD TRIP THROUGH AMERICA” summer series resumes this weekend with performances Saturday by RHYTHM CHILD and Sunday by MASANGA MARIMBA 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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Sun, Jul 12,
FESTIVAL,
in Santa Clarita:
3-9:30 pm "AMERICANA FOLKFEST" presented by L.A. SummerFest at Rivendale Park in Towsley Cyn, 24675 The Old Rd, Santa Clarita 91321.
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Music includes:
KELLY'S LOT
MIKE FLEMING (of NEW WEST)
LESLIE BEAUVAIS (singer-songwriter)
JOHN ZIPPERER & FRIENDS
SUSIE GLAZE & THE HILONESOME BAND
BRIAN JOSEPH
HOT OCTOBER
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Great family event, with plenty of live music, dancing, arts & crafts vendors, food & beverages, the SCV Quilters Show, and more.
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Sun, Jul 12; 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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Note, “the rebel camp is alive with music — banjo, guitar, ukulele, mandolin and more.”
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In this production of “As You Like It,” director ELLEN GEER moves the tale of two sets of brothers — one alienated by ambition, the other estranged by envy — to the divided South of the post-Civil War era, adding traditional American folk music and dance from the period. Rosalind is forced to flee camp when her uncle Frederick, usurper of his brother’s position as a general in the Union army, threatens to have her killed. Accompanied by her cousin Celia, Rosalind disguises herself as a man for safety's sake. The disguise comes in handy when she tests the devotion of her noble admirer, Orlando, on the run from his hostile older brother. Meanwhile, the rebel camp is alive with music — banjo, guitar, ukulele, mandolin and more. With Rosalind's wit leading the way, the forces of true love, justice and song eventually triumph.
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This production runs June 7 through Sep 26, ALTERNATING WITH OTHER PRODUCTIONS. Production dates / times: Sunday, June 7 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, June 14 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, June 20 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, June 28 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, July 12 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, July 18 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, Aug. 1 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, Aug. 9 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, Aug. 15 at 3:30 pm * • Saturday, Aug. 22 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, Aug. 29 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, Sept. 6 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, Sept. 13 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, Sept. 19 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, Sept. 20 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, Sept. 26 at 3:30 p.m .
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A special Prologue (pre-show discussion) happens Saturday, Aug 15 at 2:30 pm. (included in ticket price).
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Tickets range from $10-$39.50; children 6 and under are free. Info, complete schedule of all performances this summer, and advance tix, at 310-455-3723 or www.theatricum.com

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Sun, Jul 12, in Pasadena:
3:45 pm JORDIE & CLARE plus MICHAEL McNEVIN play “THE CELLAR SESSIONS” with musical host BRAD COLERICK, at the Old Oak Cellars, 2620 E Foothill Bl, Pasadena 91107; 626-794-1244.

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Sun, Jul 12, in Manhattan Beach:
5 pm BONNE MUSIQUE ZYDECO plus the HYPERION OUTFALL SERENADERS play the “Manhattan Beach Summer Concert Series” in Polliwog Park, at Redondo Av & Manhattan Beach Bl, Manhattan Beach 90266.
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Sun, Jul 12, in Altadena:
7:30 pm TIM WEISBERG returns to the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; reservations, 626-798-6236.

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Sun, Jul 12, in SaMo:
8 pm ALBERT LEE and CINDY CASHDOLLAR play at least part of the night as a duo, at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-828-4497.
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ALBERT LEE grew up in London, and began making music at an early age. He left school at sixteen to turn pro, eventually replacing Jimmy Page in The Crusaders before joining Chris Farlowe and The Thunderbirds in 1964. His proficiency playing country licks on his Telecaster led to more and more session work and, finally, a move to Los Angeles in the '70s. A few years later, Albert was asked by Emmylou Harris to replace James Burton —one of his guitar heroes —who was leaving for Elvis Presley's band. He joined the Hot Band, and his incredible guitar work came to the fore on the Luxury Liner LP. His career took off from there, and now, four decades later, he's a multiple Grammy winner, and, according to Vince Gill, "One of the finest guitar players who ever walked this earth."

CINDY CASHDOLLAR, Dobro, steel guitar, and lap steel player, has experienced a career that has taken some surprising twists and turns. All that has led her to work with many leading artists in various genres, including Ryan Adams, Bob Dylan, Van Morrison, Dave Alvin, Rod Stewart, Asleep At The Wheel, Leon Redbone, BeauSoleil, and Daniel Lanois. Cindy's unerring ability to perfectly complement a song, or step out with a tasteful, imaginative, and exciting solo — and to do it in so many musical genres — has made her one of the most in-demand musicians on the American roots music scene. Her debut CD, “Slide Show,” features guest artists comprising a Who's Who from the Americana music landscape. She was inducted into the Texas Steel Guitar Hall Of Fame in 2011 (the first female to be so honored), and The Texas Music Hall Of Fame in 2012.
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Sun, Jul 12, in San Diego Co (Solana Beach):
8 pm KEB’ MO’ plays the Belly Up Tavern, 143 S Cedros Av, Solana Beach 92075; 858-481-9022.



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6) 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 catalog of UPCOMING CONCERTS and arts events.

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Fri-Sun, Jul 10-12, in downtown L.A.:
“BALLETNOW”™ brings ballet superstars for three performances at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in the L.A. Music Center; www.musiccenter.org
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Guest Artistic Directors and American Ballet Theatre principals ROBERTO BOLLE and HERMAN CORNEJO lead an international ensemble of 19 major dancers from 12 countries in three distinctive programs, with many of the dancers performing in Southern California and together for the first time.
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It’s being called the “next chapter in ballet” as each program features renowned stars pushing the boundaries of technique and interpretation, performing contemporary ballet works alongside traditional masterpieces.
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Program features:
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ROBERTO BOLLE, PETRA CONTI, MARLON DINO, MARIA EICHWALD, MARIA KOCHETKOVA, LUCIA LACARRA, MARIJN RADEMAKER, HENRY SIDFORD, DINO TAMAZLACARU, HERMAN CORNEJO, PAULO ARRAIS, MARYA CARMEN CATOYA, ERICA CORNEJO, PALOMA HERRERA, JUAN PABLO, LEDO CARLOS MOLINA, LUCIANA PARIS, KLEBER REBELLO, VIENGSAY VALDES,

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Jul 10-18, in San Pedro:
(various times) “A CHORUS LINE,” presented by Scalawag Productions, at the Warner Grand Theatre, 478 W 6th St, San Pedro 90731; 310-548-2494.
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A dazzling day in the life of 21 dancers vying for a spot on Broadway.
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Use code "WARNER" at check-out & $5 per ticket will be donated to the Warner Grand, operated by the Grand Vision Foundation, a facility of the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs. Tickets and info,

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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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Note, “the rebel camp is alive with music — banjo, guitar, ukulele, mandolin and more.”
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In this production of “As You Like It,” director ELLEN GEER moves the tale of two sets of brothers — one alienated by ambition, the other estranged by envy — to the divided South of the post-Civil War era, adding traditional American folk music and dance from the period. Rosalind is forced to flee camp when her uncle Frederick, usurper of his brother’s position as a general in the Union army, threatens to have her killed. Accompanied by her cousin Celia, Rosalind disguises herself as a man for safety's sake. The disguise comes in handy when she tests the devotion of her noble admirer, Orlando, on the run from his hostile older brother. Meanwhile, the rebel camp is alive with music — banjo, guitar, ukulele, mandolin and more. With Rosalind's wit leading the way, the forces of true love, justice and song eventually triumph.
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This production runs June 7 through Sep 26, ALTERNATING WITH OTHER PRODUCTIONS. Production dates / times: Sunday, June 7 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, June 14 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, June 20 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, June 28 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, July 12 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, July 18 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, Aug. 1 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, Aug. 9 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, Aug. 15 at 3:30 pm * • Saturday, Aug. 22 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, Aug. 29 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, Sept. 6 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, Sept. 13 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, Sept. 19 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, Sept. 20 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, Sept. 26 at 3:30 p.m .
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A special Prologue (pre-show discussion) happens Saturday, Aug 15 at 2:30 pm. (included in ticket price).
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Tickets range from $10-$39.50; children 6 and under are free. Info, complete schedule of all performances this summer, and advance tix, at 310-455-3723 or www.theatricum.com

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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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Tix start at $29. Box office opens daily at 10 am except holidays for in-person or phone orders at 800-982-2787. Info on the production, a video sneak peek, and online tix at: www.ThePhantomOfTheOpera.com/ustour

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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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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.


Mon, Jul 13, in Hollywood:
6 pm NINA & LOUISE (of VERUCA SALT) perform a special acoustic set at Amoeba Music, 6400 Sunset Bl, Hollywood 90028.
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Nina Gordon and Louise Post play an acoustic set and sign copies of the new Veruca Salt album, "Ghost Notes," out July 10th on El Camino Media. Purchase your copy of the new album at Amoeba, Hollywood beginning 7/10 to get it signed after their performance at Amoeba.
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Tue, Jul 14, in Hollywood:
6 pm ANDY SUMMERS does a signing at Amoeba Music, 6400 Sunset Bl, Hollywood 90028.
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Celebrating the release of the new documentary, "Can’t Stand Losing You: Surviving The Police," out July 14th on DVD and Blu-ray. It's an in-store signing/meet and greet. Purchase your copy at Amoeba on 7/14 to meet Andy Summers and get your copy signed.
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Based on the memoir "One Train Later" by guitarist Andy Summers, "Can’t Stand Losing You: Surviving the Police," tells of the rise of The Police. From chance encounters with Copeland and Sting, on through the band’s break up, Summers shares photos and memories as they prepared for their long-anticipated 2007 Reunion Tour.
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Tue, Jul 14, in downtown L.A.:
8:30 pm Annual "LOS ANGELES INTERNATIONAL NEW MUSIC FESTIVAL" is an evening of live performances of new chamber music compositions at REDCAT at the Music Center, 631 W Second St, Los Angeles 90012; 213-237-2800 for tix & info.
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Details at:
www.laweekly.com/event/los-angeles-international-new-music-festival-5771791
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Wed, Jul 15, in L.A.:
7:30 pm “CAN'T STAND LOSING YOU: SURVIVING THE POLICE” screens in the “Reel To Reel” series, featuring a special post-screening discussion with guitarist ANDY SUMMERS, at the Grammy Museum, 800 W Olympic Bl, Ste A245, Los Angeles 90015.
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General tix sale begins Thu, June 25, at noon.
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Based on the acclaimed memoir “One Train Later” by guitarist Andy Summers, “Can't Stand Losing You: Surviving The Police” follows Summers' journey from his early days in the psychedelic '60s music scene when he played with THE ANIMALS to chance encounters with drummer STEWART COPELAND and bassist STING, which led to the formation of the Grammy-winning trio THE POLICE.
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During the band's rise and its dissolution at the height of their popularity in the mid-’80s, Summers captured history with his candid photographs. Using rare archival footage and insights from the guitarist's side of the stage, “Can't Stand Losing You” brings together past and almost-present as the band members reunite, two decades later, for a global reunion tour in 2007. Following the film screening, Summers will participate in a panel discussion, moderated by Scott Goldman, Vice President of the GRAMMY Foundation.
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Tix, $20, available three ways: in person at the Museum Box Office; online at www.grammymuseum.org or at 213-765-6803. Tix are non-refundable and non-transferable.

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Wed, Jul 15, in Hollywood:
8 pm 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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Wed, Jul 15, BevHills:
8 pm KEB’ MO’ plays the Saban Theatre, 8440 Wilshire Bl, Beverly Hills 90211; 323-655-0111.

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Sat, Jul 18, in SFV (West Hills):
8 pm "JEFF GOLD'S MONTHLY ACOUSTIC CONCERT SERIES" brings RASPIN STUWART plus DANNY FARAGHER at West Valley Music Center, 24424 Vanowen St, West Hills 91307; 818-992-4142; www.westvalleymusiccenter.com
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• Raspin Stuwart — powerfully passionate songwriter-stylist wows audiences with bluesy, jazzy, spirited music sung from his soul. Raspin is also the founding editor of arts journal "Boulevard" magazine.
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• Danny Faragher — dynamic singer and multi-instrumentalist, he delivers an eclectic mix of well-crafted original songs with honesty and conviction.
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Thursdays, Jul 16 through Aug 13, in Culver City:
7 pm CULVER CITY'S “BOULEVARD MUSIC SUMMER FESTIVAL” runs weekly in the palm-lined courtyard of Culver City’s City Hall. Each concert is FREE and parking is free, with an optional $10 up-front reserved seat.
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The season’s offerings are diverse. Here’s the whole season’s schedule, after the July 9 opener:
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July 16: Classic Jazz/Blues with a superb trio of vocalists fronting the GEORGE KAHN JAZZ & BLUES REVUE, plus the look and feel of classic 60’s Motown/Soul from STONE SOUL.
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July 23: Elements of Celtic music, country (western and swing, too), blues, Cajun, Baroque, rock and roll and more from HOT LIPS & FINGERTIPS.
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July 30: Hot Jazz and Western Swing from the HOT CLUB OF COWTOWN (a Guide “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick!)
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Aug 6: Classic Rock with incredible vocals from VENICE.
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Aug 13: Zydeco music featuring the sounds of Creole from Louisiana and Texas, with the excellent BONNE MUSIQUE ZYDECO (a Guide “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick!)
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Avoid the crowds and parking hassles of other areas on the Westside. Courtyard opens at 4:30 pm. Careful with arriving early, because the free parking is free for two hours in designated parking structures in Culver City. Dozens of dining options are available within walking distance. You can even catch the new light rail to Culver City and a convenient Culver Bus to the concert, and not drive at all.

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Mon, Jul 27, in L.A.:
8pm “AN EVENING WITH MARK O'CONNOR” is a performance-interview in the Clive Davis Theatre at the GRAMMY Museum, 800 W Olympic Bl (at Figueroa), Los Angeles 90015; grammymuseum.org. General tix go on sale Thursday, July 9, 2015, at noon.
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For his first recording for Sony Classical, “Appalachia Waltz,” GRAMMY-winning violinist MARK O'CONNOR collaborated with fellow GRAMMY winners YO-YO MA and EDGAR MEYER. The album gained O'Connor worldwide recognition as a leading proponent of a new American musical idiom.
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His successful follow-up release, “Appalachian Journey,” received a GRAMMY for “Best Classical Crossover Album.” After an award-winning recording career in Nashville appearing on more than 500 albums, several of which are GRAMMY winners, including his own “New Nashville Cats,” O'Connor has immersed himself into perpetuating American classical music. His first full-length orchestral score, "Fiddle Concerto," has become the most-performed modern violin concerto composed in the last 50 years.
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In 2009, he developed the “O'Connor Method” for violin and strings, which takes an American classical approach to modern violin playing, offering a technical foundation using a diverse range of traditional American string repertoire. The “O'Connor Method Camp” will be held for the first time in New York this August. O'Connor's "Americana Symphony," recorded by MARIN ALSOP AND THE BALTIMORE SYMPHONY, had a successful multimedia performance earlier in June with the NATIONAL REPERTORY ORCHESTRA in Breckenridge, Colorado.
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O'Connor's upcoming release, “Duo,” a collaboration with his wife, fiddler/violinist MAGGIE O'CONNOR, features American classics arranged for two violins. In the museum’s Clive Davis Theater, Mark O'Connor will engage in an intimate discussion surrounding his music career, moderated by Scott Goldman, Vice President of the GRAMMY Foundation. And yes, the discussion will be followed by a special performance with O'Connor and his wife.
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Doors open at 7:30 pm, though the line forms earlier for the best seats. Show is at 8. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased in person at the Museum Box Office or online. General onsale begins Thursday, July 9, 2015 at noon.
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Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. Info or purchase by phone at 213-765-6803. Online purchases at www.grammymuseum.org

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

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