Sunday’s FESTIVAL, CONCERTS, Music & Arts Events! Before you face a week in the salt mine...

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The annual SEA CHANTEY FESTIVAL is all day Sunday in San Diego aboard the oldest “tall ship” sailing vessel still afloat. And CONCERTS? Boy-oh-boy, do we have concerts...


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Guide to this edition…

1) NEWS...
“SUMMERGRASS” KIDS CAMP REGISTRATION (ONLINE) CLOSES TODAY

2) SUNDAY’S FESTIVAL

3) SUNDAY’s Music & Arts Scene

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

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1) NEWS... “SUMMERGRASS” KIDS CAMP
REGISTRATION (ONLINE) CLOSES TODAY
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“Summergrass 2015,” happening August 14-15-16, is less than a month away. It’s always to go down to “The Farm," step back in time, relax, and enjoy this great festival. Summergrass San Diego happens at the Antique Gas and Steam Engine Museum. It’s a unique venue that harks back to the 19th and 20th century farm days, and it’s brimming with rural farm nostalgia from that era. There are steam and gas engines chugging away on historic tractors and farm equipment along other relics, in the Weaver's Barn, the Farmhouse, the Schoolhouse, the 1930s gas station replica (posted price "32 cents a gallon"),and there’s a model railroad, a Blacksmith shop, and plenty to delight young and old.

And now’s the time to register your young ‘un for Kids Camp. Along with looking at your own tickets, the lineup and schedule, camping arrangements, and everything else. This year Summergrass has a fine lineup, with:

THE BOXCARS
BECKY BULLER
SIDELINE
BLUEGRASS ETC.
THE BROMBIES
ROCKY NECK BLUEGRASS
LONESOME OTIS
NEXT GENERATION
BOX CANYON
FRONT PORCH MUSIC PRESERVATION SOCIETY
BLUEGRASS BRETHREN
HIGH MOUNTAIN ROAD

In the past, many of the Summergrass headline performers have either won or have been nominated for International Bluegrass Music Association awards. The combination of national and regional bands on the turn-of-the-19th/ 20th century stage built by the museum folks just for the festival. It's constructed without nails, using just dowels and pins to hold it together.

In all, it’s three days of great live music from twelve national and local bands, and wonderful activities, such as Kids Camp, Meet the Bands, other music workshops and family-friendly things to do, spontaneous jam sessions, and the ever-popular instrument raffles, tasty food, and a variety of vendors. Summergrass is enjoyable for the whole family, a great, affordable family event, and not too far to drive.

But you must act TODAY for the 13th Anniversary Kids Camp.

After 12 years of an outstanding activity, they are of course offering it again. Summergrass Kids Camp will be presented with the help and teaching experience of ROCKY NECK BLUEGRASS BAND. Rocky Neck is an energetic band from the Orange County Area who have performed at many festivals and camps. They will also perform on stage all three days, so they’ll be very busy pickers ‘n grinners.

All kids ages 6-16 are welcome at Kid's Camp. The instruments to be taught are banjo, guitar, bass, fiddle, mandolin, dobro and singing.

Registration is required and closes TODAY, July 26, 2015. Registration is $60.

Details and the registration form are online at:
www.summergrass.net.

Summergrass Kids Camp also accepts donations to help defray the costs of teachers and scholarships for camp participants.



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Sun, Jul 26,
FESTIVAL,
in San Diego:
11 am-4:30 pm 23rd Annual “SEA CHANTEY FESTIVAL” aboard the tall ship “Star of India” at the San Diego Maritime Museum, on the water at 1492 N Harbor Dr, San Diego 92128.
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On the deck of “Star of India,” the world's oldest active sailing ship, the festival celebrates the rich history at the intersection of sea and song. The chanteys that the sailors sang to coordinate their work and keep going through the long hours; the songs they would use to pass their off-watch time; and the thousands of songs written about the sea, the ships, and the sailors make up a large part of our musical tradition.
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Sponsors say, “We always have a great time at the festival, so we hope you'll join us for another chance to learn about this fascinating and important part of our history.”
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Here's the schedule:
** 11 am The Jackstraws
** 11:45 am Pint & Dale (from Seattle)
** 12:30 pm Jeff Pekarek
** 1 pm Spanaway Bay
** 1:45 pm Kick Up the Dust
** 2:15 pm The Phinney Ridge Rumrunners
** 3 pm Broadside, and the Handsome Cabin Boys
** 3:45 pm Jeff Pekarek
** 4:10 pm Grand Finale – “All Hands on Deck”
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Admission to the festival is included with your ticket for the Maritime Museum.



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Sun, Jul 26, in Hollywood:
8 am-1 pm FAIR MARKET BAND plays every week at the Hollywood Farmers Market, between Ivar Av. & Selma Av, Hollywood 90028.

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Sun, Jul 26, in San Diego:
10 am-1 pm Monthly “BLUEGRASS BRUNCH” at Urban Solace, 3823 30th St, San Diego 92104; 619-295-6464.

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Sun, Jul 26, in Burbank:
Noon-2 pm MURPHY'S FLAW plays the “BLUEGRASS BRUNCH” at Cody’s Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506.
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This outfit always has a story. This time? As Jimmy Durante used to say, "Evv-ree-body wants ta get inta th' act!" Seems that MURPHY'S FLAW, a long-running Southern California-based bluegrass band, sent a message and photo to their list and the media, to announce their change-of-name (though not really) to TRUMP'S FLAW.
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John Bryant, the band's banjo playing leader (that's a non sequitur), says, "Donald Trump Bought the Flaw. He walked up and said, 'I own you.' We said, 'okay.' We were talking about what an honor it is to be part of the Trump Empire, but he'd already gotten back into the limo and left.
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John says, "Check out our first bluegrass brunch as a wholly-owned subsidiary:
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"The tip jar will still be out because we haven't received our stock options yet.
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"p.s.: If you'd like to help write our performance reviews, consult the "Donald Trump Insult Generator,"
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(at http://time.com/3966291/donald-trump-insult-generator/ ) “print them out and bring them to read aloud at the show.”
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"pps: The insults are from The Donald's actual tweets. The hair in the picture is also The Donald's, from several different windy days."
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Show is free with a menu or bar purchase.

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Sun, Jul 26, atop SFV:
Noon & 2 pm “A MUSICAL ROAD TRIP THROUGH AMERICA” summer series continues Sunday with two performances by the MATT YEAKLEY QUARTET 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 26, in L.A.:
1-4 pm “90th ANNIVERSARY OF THE DECORATIVE ARTS EXPOSITION” in Paris where ART DECO emerged at the “Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes,” is remembered and celebrated in an illustrated presentation and film screening, at the Egyptian Theatre, 6712 Hollywood Bl, Hollywood 90028.
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Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes
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ILLUSTRATED PRESENTATION...
The 1925 Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes in Paris, France heralded in the design aesthetic that the world now knows as "Art Deco." This illustrated presentation celebrates the 90th anniversary of the Paris exhibition of 1925, which was a six month (April - October) display of modern decorative arts from all over Europe. Rory Cunningham, past president of the Art Deco Society of Los Angeles, will speak about the pavilions, the boutiques and luxury goods displayed in the Expo, how the style spread throughout the world, and how it continues to evolve.
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Followed by the SCREENING...
The 1930 French silent film, “AU BONHEUR DES DAMES,” 89 min, directed by Julien Duvivier, is a tale of corporate greed crushing the competition and squeezing-out the little guy. Though the story sounds like it was torn from today's headlines, the film is a fascinating classic from the silent era. The legendary German actress and fashion icon Dita Parlo (“GRAND ILLUSION”), whose exotic look and glamorous mystique inspired Madonna, stars as Denise, an orphan girl who comes to Paris to work in her uncle's small shop. Instead, she takes a job as a model in the big department store across the street, which is trying to run her uncle out of business. Portions of the film were actually shot at the Parisian grand magasin “Gallerie Lafayette.” And yes, an abundance of Deco era dresses, hats, gloves and more are on display in the department store scenes. Perhaps the last great silent production to come out of France, this melodrama is based on a novel by Emile Zola and directed by Julien Duvivier.
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Plus, newsreel footage from the actual 1925 Expo.
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Presented by the American Cinematheque and the Art Deco Society of Los Angeles.

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Sun, Jul 26, in SFV (West Hills):
1-5 pm Monthly “BASC BLUEGRASS JAM” at West Valley Music Center, 24424 Vanowen St, West Hills 91307; 818-992-4142.

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Sun, Jul 26, in San Diego:
1:30-4:30 pm Monthly “SAN DIEGO FOLK SONG SOCIETY” music session at Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Branch Library, 9005 Aero Dr, San Diego.

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Sun, Jul 26, in SaMo:
2 pm “CELEBRATION OF LIFE FOR FOLK SINGER GUY CARAWAN” with performances by ROSS ALTMAN , ANGELINE BUTLER, & PHEE SHIRLINE, at the Church in Ocean Park, 235 Hill St, Santa Monica 90405; 310-399-1631.

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Sun, Jul 26, in OC (Newport Beach):
2 pm THE NE'ER DUWELLS, the fine Irish / Celtic band of Ken O'Malley, Pat D'Arcy, Bryan Dobbs and Grammy-winner Forrest Robinson, play the "Sunday Brunch and Tunes" series at Muldoon's Irish Pub, 202 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach 92660; www.muldoonspub.com
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** 6 pm - BLUE DEUX duo.

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Sun, Jul 26, in OC (Los Alamitos):
2-6 pm CHRIS JOHNSON & THE HOLLYWOOD HILLBILLIES, joined on bass by PAUL MARSHALL, play the Los Alamitos Race Track, at The Starting Gate, where it’s FREE, at 5052 Katella Av, Los Alamitos 90720; 562 598-8957.
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FREE performance. More at: www.reverbnation.com/hollywoodhillbillies

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Sun, Jul 26, in SGV (Covina):
2-5 pm Monthly “BLUEGRASS JAM” at the Fret House, 309 N Citrus Av, Covina 91723; 626-339-7020; www.frethouse.com
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The venue says, “This is a group of beginner and intermediate Bluegrass Jammers who have been playing at the Fret House Music Shop since about 2010, with support from Bluegrass Jammers from Long Beach and West Los Angeles. This meetup is formed to develop Bluegrass Jamming skills in the San Gabriel Valley area. To promote and develop Bluegrass music and jamming for the beginner to intermediate player, but all skill levels are welcome. We follow the precepts and jamming etiquette as established by Pete Wernick aka Dr. Banjo and his Bluegrass Jamming School. This will allow participants to be able to play in jams at Bluegrass Festivals.” Organizer is Rene Baquet, phone, 626-339-7020.
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More info at: www.meetup.com/The-Fret-House-Bluegrass-Jam/

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Sun, Jul 26, in Echo Park (L.A.):
3-8 pm Weekly "GRAND OLE ECHO" presents WAYNESBORO headlining a FREE full lineup of AMERICANA / ALT or TRAD COUNTRY / HONKY TONK recording artist / band acts, at the Echo, 1822 Sunset Bl (near the Glendale Bl underpass), Echo Park 90026; 213-413-8200.
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Today is a BENEFIT. The Grand Ole Echo and the Echo, in conjunction with Melissa Monroe, present the 2nd annual “Agastock,” a benefit dedicated to the memory of Alice M. Ferguson. Special thanks to Bedrock-L.A. Studios for lending equipment and to Masa of Echo Park for feeding the bands and volunteers.
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All proceeds today will go to Southern California Counseling Center's (SCCC) Trauma Training Program. This program trains counselors in EMDR* and other trauma and resiliency therapies, thus making these types of therapies more readily available to the community. SCCC is the only sliding-scale mental health facility in California that offers EMDR therapy.
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In addition to the live acts, DJ "The Roamer" spins records on "The Porch" out back. A GOE producer tells us, "Each week while you're hanging on the porch enjoying the sun and sipping on a delicious ice cold beer, you hear the tunes curated from Jocelyn Romo (aka 'The Roamer'). She'll be spinning the real deal on Sunday brining her record collection and a far out and groovy attitude for your listening pleasure."
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You can listen to her playlist whenever you'd like, at:
www.thegrandoleecho.com/playlist-1/
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No cover before 6 pm, $5 thereafter. All ages. Venue has full bar and sometimes food. And it’s always “a real good time.”

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Sun, Jul 26, in L.A.:
3-5:30 pm Weekly “IRISH SESSION” is a structured jam at the Wilde Thistle, 3456 Motor Av, Los Angeles; 310-730-6208; www.thewildethistle.com
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Sun, Jul 26, in Altadena:
3:30 pm BURNING HEART BLUEGRASS BAND plays the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675. Reservations, 626-798-6236.
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BURNING HEART BLUEGRASS BAND brings a dynamic combination of instruments, vocals and tradition. They played to a sell-out crowd here in May. Bob Stane says, “There is nothing like the sound of guitar, banjo, mandolin, fiddle, and doghouse bass when they get into that special bluegrass groove. Add to that high-powered vocals and soaring harmonies and you have Burning Heart Bluegrass.”
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With nearly 100 years of musical experience between them, the members of Burning Heart Bluegrass provide these essentials with all the energy, drive, passion, and precision that prompted Ralph Rinzler to call Bluegrass music "folk music on overdrive." Drawing it's repertoire from old and new Bluegrass classics, BHB provides a genuine Bluegrass experience.
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Let’s talk about the members of Burning Heart Bluegrass...
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Jeff Fleck was originally drawn to Bluegrass because it reminded him of the folk music he used to play way back when; he stuck with it because he loves the energy and precision that Bill Monroe brought to the traditional forms of mountain music. Dan Sankey is an accomplished banjo, mandolin, fiddle and guitar player and has performed extensively throughout the United States and internationally. Born in Louisiana, Keith Chagnon By the time he was In his teens he was entering and winning banjo contests. Keith has played in numerous Bluegrass bands in Ohio and Kentucky, and, since the mid 80s,in California. Steve Rosenstein entered the music scene when he joined Sweet Smoke, the psychedelic jazz-rock band based in Germany on the Dutch border. Returning to the USA, he performed Irish music in Boston, and, after a move to California, in Santa Cruz. Since moving to Los Angeles in Steve has performed with many musicians in the country/Bluegrass scene, including Richard Greene, Nicky Hopkins, Pete Anderson, and Herb Pederson. Born and raised in rural Oregon along the Columbia River, Ron Vance didn't discover Bluegrass until he settled in Santa Monica. Innumerable festivals, fiddle contests, jams and bands later, Ron finds himself in Burning Heart Bluegrass, still enjoying the ride.
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Sun, Jul 26, in Long Beach:
4-7 pm Weekly “TRADITIONAL IRISH MUSIC SESSION” is a structured jam at the Auld Dubliner, 71 S Pine Av, Long Beach 90802; 562-437-8300.

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Sun, Jul 26, in Murietta:
4 pm AN IRISH, CELTIC, OR AMERICANA BAND plays the Shamrock Irish Pub & Eatery, 39252 Winchester Rd, Ste 145 Murrieta 92592; 951-696-5252; www.getshamrocked.com; www.theshamrockirishpubandeatery.com

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Sun, Jul 26, in Long Beach:
4:40-7:30 pm DENNIS G & THE ZYDECO TRAIL RIDERZ play the weekly zydeco dance series at the Golden Sails Hotel, PCH Club (the bar), 6285 E Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach 90804; info: Karen 562-708-8946 or email karinovations@verizon.net
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Special today: Maya's Rose Park Bakery will be bringing home-baked goodies (breads and other stuff) for purchase! This bakery was started by 13-year-old Maya Passmore and her Mom, and include organic baked goods made in their home kitchen. Here's the website: http://www.mayasroseparkbakery.com/Mayas_Rose_Park_Bakery/About_Us.html
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Karen Redding says, “We want to encourage younger people to learn about this music sooooo UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE ARE FREE!”
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More at: http://louisianadancela.com
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Doors at 3:30 pm; dance esson (no extra charge) at 4 pm. band plays 4:30-7:30 pm.
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Admission, $15 at the door (exact change greatly appreciated).

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Sun, Jul 26, in West L.A.:
5-9 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “WEST L.A. HOOT & POTLUCK” in West L.A. 90025; location and info at www.songmakers.org or email WestLAHoot@Songmakers.org

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Sun, Jul 26, in Hollywood:
Time tba 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 June 17 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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Sun, Jul 26, in Burbank:
6 pm DEBRA LEE & TRIGGER HAPPY bring country music for dancin’ and romancin', with a promise of "plenty of special guests and giant margaritas, at Cody's Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506.
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Sun, Jul 26, in OC (Newport Beach):
6 pm BLUE DEUX duo plays Muldoon's Irish Pub, 202 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach 92660; www.muldoonspub.com
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Sun, Jul 26, in SFV (Chatsworth):
6 pm AMERICANA / ALT or TRAD COUNTRY / HONKY TONK MUSIC live tonight 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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Sun, Jul 26, in San Diego:
6:30-8:30 pm An IRISH, CELTIC, or AMERICANA band plays Bistro Sixty restaurant, 60th St & El Cajon Bl, San Diego.

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Sun, Jul 26, in Altadena:
7 pm FRED SOKOLOW & HEIDI SWEDBERG play a ukulele elite and very comedic musical show at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675. Reservations, 626-798-6236.
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Venue impresario Bob Stane gets the idea across: “UKULELE FANS ARISE! DO NOT CAUGHT ASLEEP ON YOUR 4 STRINGS.”
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He adds, “Comedy folks will love HEIDI SWEDBERG who was featured many times on ‘Seinfeld.’”
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Bob Stane claims to have been “arrested several times for nagging Heidi by email,” saying, “This is the first time in the history of the Internet that an actual arrest has happened. Well, maybe not ‘arrested,’ which is such an ugly world. Let us just say that HEIDI SWEDBERG has a low tolerance for electronic pain and she caved-in. Later this Summer, she promised to appear with her group THE SMOKING JACKETS if I would make the torture stop. I am not an unreasonable man. They will appear. For now you get to see her and Fred together. The Fun Couple.”
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On a roll, Bob adds, “We always appreciate the skill of FRED SOKOLOW who has played our stage many times before. Now we get to experience Heidi Swedberg for the second time as a single. She brings her comedy acting skills into her now ‘main life’ of music. I have been trying to get her back to The Coffee Gallery Backstage for a year. Get her before she escapes again.”
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FRED SOKOLOW is best known as the author of 150 instructional books and DVDs for guitar, uke, banjo, Dobro, mandolin and lap steel. He's a multi-string performer and recording artist, and whether he's playing Delta bottleneck blues, bluegrass or old-time banjo, 30s swing uke or screaming rock guitar solos, he does it with authenticity and passion.
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Fred brings this diversity to his ukulele performances, interspersing 20s and 30s Tin Pan Alley tunes with bluegrass banjo-style picking, blues and slide, beautiful chord melody versions of pop tunes and jazz standards, and original tunes –all on his tenor Kamaka uke. He'll throw in a Mexican tune, a ragtime piece or a 50's oldie for variety. He'll be sure to play samples from his recently released uke DVDs which cover Hawaiian tunes, blues and songs of the ukulele legends, or from his recently released book of instrumental versions of Beatles tunes. He's often accompanied by his wife Lynn on string bass, and their "Dueling Banjos" with uke and double-bass is a unique experience.
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HEIDI SWEDBERG has gone from fabled ‘Seinfeld’ cast member to one of the country’s top ukulele clinicians. Swedberg is perhaps better known as an actress (Hot Shots; Galaxy Quest) than a musician. Of all her roles, her most recognizable is the character of Susan Ross, on the television show Seinfeld. Yes, she played George Costanza’s doomed fiancé, who, in one of the series’ most outrageous and notorious episodes, died of toxic poisoning after licking hundreds of wedding invitation envelopes. Nowadays, Swedberg plays the ukulele more often than she plays characters on screen. Her family-friendly, uke-driven party band with the patently upbeat name released its first album, Play!, in 2009 and has just produced an effervescent follow-up, My Cup of Tea. As a teacher focuses on beginning and intermediate ukulele students. As a musician she concentrates on being a great stage performer.
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Sun, Jul 26, in Culver City:
7 pm Monthly “VARIETY NIGHT OPEN MIC & FEATURED ARTIST,” with performing guests THE NORAL TWINS, at Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City 90230.
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Eight spots are available in the open mic, and you can reserve in advance. Call for your spot, 310-398-2583.
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Tix, $4.

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Sun, Jul 26, in Claremont:
7 pm Monthly “FOLK MUSIC CENTER OPEN MIC” at the Folk Music Center & Museum, 220 Yale Av, Claremont 91711; 909-624- 2928. Signups at 6 pm.

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Sun, Jul 26, in Pasadena:
7:30 pm “ACCENTUATE THE POSITIVE!” is “A Concert of Songs that Celebrate the Brighter Side,” featuring performances by TOM FAIR, JIMI YAMAGISHI, JOHN CARTWRIGHT, and STEVE REID, plus special musical guests SHANNA O'BRIEN and JEANNIE WILLETS, at the Urban Homestead, 631 Cypress Av, Pasadena.
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Doors at 7 pm to get a good seat and to get food orders in.
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$20 suggested donation; reservations strongly recommended. Free refreshments. Further Info and reservations at: 626-765-5704 (voice or text), or by email info@urbanhomestead.org

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Sun, Jul 26, in L.A.:
7:30 pm “INTERNATIONAL POP OVERTHROW” resumes tonight at Fais Do Do, 5257 W Adams Bl, Los Angeles; 323-931-4636; show is 18+.
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Tonight’s lineup:
** 7:30 pm - David Divad
** 8:15 pm - The Resonant Heads
** 9 pm - The Galaxies
** 9:45 pm - Brahms Third Racket
** 10:30 pm - Electrets
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The “Overthrow” is a national tour which runs in Los Angeles from July 24-August 2, at various venues throughout L.A. and OC.
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$10 cover.

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Sun, Jul 26, in SaMo:
7:30-11 pm Weekly “O'BRIEN'S IRISH MUSIC SESSION” is a structured jam at O'Brien's Irish Pub & Restaurant, 2226 Wilshire Bl, Santa Monica 90403; 310-829-5303.

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Sun, Jul 26, in SaMo:
8 pm ROY ZIMMERMAN, brilliant folk comedic musician with songs about the state of politics and the human condition, plays McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-828-4497.
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Tix are quite reasonable, at $17.50, as singing political satirist ROY ZIMMERMAN rolls out his latest tuneful artillery tonight. Get your advance tix; call 310-828-4497.

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Sun, Jul 26, in San Diego (Solana Beach):
8 pm BRUCE COCKBURN plays the Belly Up Tavern, 143 S Cedros Av, San Diego (Solana Beach) 92075; 858-481-9022.

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Sun, Jul 26, in Griffith Park (L.A.):
8 pm MELISSA ETHERIDGE plus BLONDIE play the Greek Theatre, 2700 N Vermont Ave in Griffith Park, L.A.; Greek Theatre hotline, 323-665-1927; tix, 213-480-3232; www.greektheatrela.com
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Sun, Jul 26; Jul 11 through Sep 26, in Topanga:
8 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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Tonight, Jul 26, is a special later curtain time.
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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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Sun, Jun 28, in SaMo:
9 pm KEN O'MALLEY plays his weekly residency at O'Brien's Irish Pub & Restaurant, 2941 Main St, Santa Monica 90405.

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Sun, Jul 26, in Culver City:
9 pm AMERICANA / ALT OR TRAD COUNTRY / HONKY TONK MUSIC, is likely at the Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City 90230.
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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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ONGOING, through the dates shown…
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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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FESTIVALS
happening after this coming weekend
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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.


Thursdays; remaining shows Jul 30 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 remainder of the season’s schedule:
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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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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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Word to the wise: we add to “Ticket Alerts” all the time, so act accordingly.


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