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Our enormous "Mega Mondo 4th of July extended weekend edition — chockfull of events, July 2017" (published June 30) requires so much scrolling that we want to be kind and cut right to the chase for this crazy-busy day. So what happens on the 4th stays on the 4th, but it isn't buried where you'd need to dig for it. (We don't want you burning anything on the barbecue because you were scrolling too long.)
* PLUS, we have ADDED a note about a short MUSIC-ON TV (and ONLINE) series that kicks-off July 5th.
So, here ya go. Enjoy!
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Contents / In this issue...
1) Music on TV (& online) SPECIALS, July 5-11
2) Our short 4th of July EDITORIAL
3) TODAY'S 4th OF JULY EVENTS (Tuesday the 4th, excerpted from the June 30 edition)
4) Events AFTER the 4th, through the weekend (and a lil' bit after that)
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HAPPY Independence Day (and for our indie artist friends, "Independents Day"-!)
Whether you're barbecuein', giggin', listenenin', pickin' or jus' grinnin', please be FIRE SAFE, and watch the drunken dummies who don't care about anyone but themselves.
And please remember that pets are absolutely terrified of all the bangs and booms. (As are far too many military veterans for whom explosions did not mean anything pleasant.) So be mindful and minimize your impact, okay?
Now, don't think we were befuddled when we did listings for the 4th of July and all the flashes and bangs. Note that many events with fireworks shows happen this weekend, and you can find them on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday — making it possible to catch four consecutive nights of fireworks hoopla, if you're so inclined. We list events of that kind on all four dates.
ENJOY YOUR HOLIDAY(s)!
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# 1 events feature...
MUSIC ON TV (& ONLINE) SPECIALS, JULY 5-11
Brace yourself: it's BANJO, July 5th
Last year, we were a big fan of something that's happily returning as an annual multi-day/night series. It'll feature FIVE performance-interviews, starting July 5th, all on "Watching the Hawks." First, who's on, which day, followed by the details.
* July 5, HUBBY JENKINS from THE CAROLINA CHOCOLATE DROPS opens the show's annual music series, with banjo and a chat about roots-Americana music! (Learn about Hubby at http://www.hubbyjenkins.com)
* July 6, lovely singer-songwriter KRIS ANGEL performs on piano and vocals, backed by cello. Her interview gets into what it's like to be an NYC-based musician, and her performance includes her song "Built This House."
* July 7 brings acoustic and electric guitar from punk rock icon CJ RAMONE, who fronted THE RAMONES from '89-'96. He has a new solo album just out (his third), titled "American Beauty," on which he covers a TOM WAITS song.
* July 10 it's the all-girl band PASTEL FELT, one of LA Weekly's "top ten bands to watch in 2017," for which the "WTH" TV show's cast journeyed to L.A. to get the segment. In addition to performing, the band discusses the difference between L.A. bands and bands from everywhere else.
* July 11 is Colorado-based group THE FLOWBOTS. But don't run screaming when we tell you their very melodic music somehow still categorizes them as a hip hop outfit, because you need to learn about them. That's because they epitomize useful activism in the Denver community, bringing everything from ballet to children's art programs to their community. Quite an interview.
The show is "WATCHING THE HAWKS" which airs on TV and ONLINE, multiple times each day, five days a week. Reliably a "no BS" daily program that covers what mainstream media won't -- including runaway arms spending and central emphasis on militarism at all levels of too many nations' governments (especially ours), the highly informative show always brings plenty of charmingly useful and entertaining information, whether that's gements about space exploration (where we could be spending some of that money we waste on endless wars), or little triumphs amidst the challenges of the arts.
The lil' series, which they dub "WTH Strikes a Chord" (WTH for "Watching the Hawks") airs several times each day on RT America. Hosted by Tyrel Ventura, Tabetha Wallace, and Sean Stone, the on-air hosts are giddy about this chance to emphasize music as their deep dive into what's usually a smattering of coverage of the arts.
Catch each day's half-hour show (with multiple repeat airings) on cable, satellite, or in the simulcast online, at the following times each day (weekdays), all times PDT:
3 pm; 6:29 pm; 11:29 pm; with morning repeats of the previous day's show at 4:29 am, (some days at 7:30 am, check listings), and 9:29 am.
While you're there (on TV or online), look for "On Contact with Chris Hedges" (the Pulitzer-winning journalist who dives into stories that mainstream media's corporate sponsors will not allow). And for documentary buffs, they air DAILY documentaries in half-hour segments, many of them award-winners. And absolutely be sure to catch "Redacted Tonight" hosted by Lee Camp with his very capable gang of comics -- they skewer the bloviating peacocks in the news (including the media itself) better'n anybody. And you might like economist-magician-comic Max Keiser and his "Keiser Report," and the new host who's running "Boom Bust," since those are two of the only shows on TV that explain macroeconomics -- so clearly that you'll know exactly why you want to slap a bankster. And Peter Lavelle's "Cross Talk" always has a good panel. And there's "World's Apart" which challenges the American ethnocentricism that always gets us to that default militarism. Check it all out after you catch the WTH music specials. (Just don't get all distracted exploring and miss the music!)
ONLINE, it's www.rt.com, and note something:
Look at the esoteric top toolbar at the top of the page, and click your way in to the live broadcast from RT America. Otherwise you'll end up with other live programming in any of many languages from somewhere else in the world if you play bull in a china shop.
Or catch it on TV.
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# 2 events feature...
OUR SHORT 4TH OF JULY EDITORIAL
We are both relieved and thrilled to be able to report the above story on some well-conceived music performance-interviews on TV this week, both for what that is and for what it's not.
Too damn much of what TV presents under the guise of "patriotic 4th of July programming" is thinly-veiled glorification of military might. Sadly, it permeates all the way down to the announcers' scripts at the municipal fireworks show. We're talking patriotism as the marching band for pugilistic muscle-flexing, trotting out sterile euphemisms like "let's congratulate our heroes on their 14th multiple deployment" that "keeps us safe" or even "keeps America free." Apparently by continuously occupying somebody else's country and depriving them of their freedom and ability to determine their own national destiny.
We get even more phrases that distance us from some very basic realities. Things like "forward force deployment" and "showing a strong presence." All combine into attempts to make reality into a fantasy of impressive, desirable, and sexy technogadgets with "real time look down video monitoring" without getting into the purpose. And that purpose is, once all the BS is shoveled aside, all about a bunch of horrendously expensive, distractingly dazzling whizbang technology that goes bang in somebody else's night, and isn't about "oohs and ahhs" of fireworks displays.
Honoring our veterans -- too many of whom have returned home with lifelong wounds that do and don't leave visible scars -- is not the same thing as remaining unquestioning of the goals, aims, and policies that continue to make more damaged veterans and continue to deprive the American taxpayer of things that would advance our society for ourselves, our kids, and for a future that would make us competitive with the rest of the industrialized world. Because when it comes to high speed rail and wholesale conversion away from oil to clean energy, we sure as hell are not competitive when we talk about bringing coal mining jobs back to add to global greenhouse gases, while spending more money on military gew-gaws than all the other nations of the world, combined.
Fourth of July or not, being made to feel necessarily patriotic or not, THAT discussion cannot abate. In fact, in a nation that celebrates freedom of conscience, it must never be silenced. Or distracted. Or obfuscated. Or co-opted by Big Media to gratify their military-industrial-cybersecurity advertisers and stockholders. Or characterized as "unpatriotic."
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# 3 events feature...
TODAY'S FOURTH OF JULY EVENTS (Tuesday the 4th, excerpted from the June 30 edition)
A lil' FIREWORKS GUIDANCE...
There are over 100 fireworks shows in Southern California. Curiously, not all of them happen on July 4th. Some are on July 1st, 2nd or 3rd (see those days listings, above). Most "4th" events, whatever day they happen, feature canned music programs of trad and modern patriotic pop, supposedly timed to the fireworks. Some feature Sousa and rousing military march music. Some forsake tradition and subject fireworks audiences to garage band rock or something even more obnoxious.
We looked at trying to prepare a comprehensive guide for our readers. It's too complex and the required time was overwhelming, with questionable value for you. So we listed only a smattering -- like, about 28 of the fireworks-with-music events, from Saturday through Tuesday, with MOST of them today, Tuesday the 4th. If you don't wanna drive, we advise to check your local city hall website and see what your community is doing, and what night it happens.
WE HAVE FOUR "PICKS" FOR THE FOURTH:
(1) For those wanting the biggest bang, go to the Rose Bowl in Pasadena. There is an all-day pseudo fest on the grounds, with kids bounce houses, loud pop/urban stuff emanating from radio-station-sponsored stages, and lots of food trucks. If you drive in and park on the golf course (same place as football game parking), that costs. If you want a ticket inside the Rose Bowl, that costs. It's how they pay for the fireworks show and hoopla which they call "Americafest." You can park free, a mile or two away on Pasadena residential streets, and walk in. Thousands do that. There is no charge to be on the grounds outside the Rose Bowl, and you'll see about 70% of the show in the skies above the Bowl. You can even position yourself to see (and photograph) the famous, huge neon Rose Bowl logo below the sky display — though outside the Bowl on that end, you may be tormented by the incessant banging on the pop stage that won't shut-up. If you can afford it, get a ticket inside the Rose Bowl. It comes with a seat and a full view and good sound for the program, featuring some live music on the field.
Our other thoughts for something innovative that won't get you trapped in traffic when it's over?
(2) Do the daytime (11 am-5 pm) event at the Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum. (it's written-up in the day's events, just below.)
(3) Ride the light rail (Red / Purple Line) to Grand Park in downtown L.A. and enjoy the free festivities and fireworks show there (It's written-up with a link, below). Or,
(4) Find a hilltop and watch multiple shows' flashes from too far away to hear the booms. You can even drive to the top of Mt. Wilson for that experience, or do an afternoon up, night hike down (4.5 miles each way) to the top of 9,400-foot-high Mt. Baden Powell (park in the paved lot at Vincent Gap, about 10 miles west of Wrightwood, on Hwy 2).
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Whatever you choose to do? Please be FIRE SAFE, and watch the drunken dummies who don't care about anyone but themselves. And please remember that pets are absolutely terrified of all the bangs and booms. (As are far too many military veterans for whom explosions did not mean anything pleasant.) So be mindful and minimize your impact, okay?
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4th OF JULY EVENTS are listed by what starts the earliest, wherever it happens.
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Tue, July 4 (Fri, Jun 30 - Sun, Sep 3), 2017: FESTIVAL
"SAWDUST FESTIVAL" returns June 30th for its annual summer run at its permanent festival grounds, 935 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
* Features daily live music on multiple stages, with at least some acoustic/Americana each day.
* Runs 10 am-10 pm daily (dates shown).
* The Sawdust is a landmark home of fine art and craft for over 200 Laguna Beach artists.
* Visitors enjoy live entertainment, art demonstrations, classes, and outdoor cafes set in a cool eucalyptus grove, and the opportunity to purchase artwork and performers' CDs.
* PERFORMANCE SCHEDULES for each day: http://sawdustartfestival.org/festivals
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Tue, Jul 4:
8:45-10 am "COVINA CONCERT BAND 4th OF JULY BREAKFAST CONCERT" at the bandshell at Covina Park, 301 N Fourth St, Covina, CA.
* A pancake breakfast is available for purchase from 8:30-10:30 am.
* Info from the band, 626-332-0020; www.covinaconcertband.org; or City of Covina, 626-384-5340; http://www.covinaca.gov
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Tue, Jul 4:
9 am-3 pm "38th ANNUAL COUNTRY FAIR" is the City of Brea's FREE 4th of July event, in City Hall Park, 401 S Brea Bl, Brea, CA.
* You can go earlier for a pancake breakfast (with a fee) beginning at 7 am.
* Live entertainment tba.
* There's a kiddie parade, food vendors, games, a car show, a craft area, children's and teen area, bubble rollers, contests, swimming at the Plunge from noon-3 pm, and more. \
* Info, 714-990-7771; www.breaspecialevents.com; www.cityofbrea.net
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Tue, Jul 4:
9 am-10 pm "ONTARIO INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION" has multiple facets in various locataions in Ontario, CA.
* The Ontario Independence Day Parade starts at 9 am downtown on Euclid Street.
* The "Blast at Ontario Town Square" at 10:30 am features the ONTARIO/CHAFFEY COMMUNITY SHOW BAND and the All-States picnic (bring your own picnic).
* Afternoon events are in Westwind Park, 2455 E Riverside Dr (south of the 60 Freeway between Archibald and Vineyard), Ontario; it features family activities with rides and games at minimal cost; admission and entertainment are free. Festival runs 5-9 pm.
* Fireworks at 9 pm.
* Info, 909-395-2020; www.ci.ontario.ca.us
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Tue, Jul 4:
10 am-2 pm "LA VERNE - FOURTH OF JULY PARADE AND FESTIVITIES" in old town La Verne, CA.
* The parade begins at 10 am with a 9:40 am pre-parade patriotic Harley ride.
* Parade starts at the corner of 10th St & "D" St and winds through the streets of the city's Old Town, with marching bands, floats, equestrian units, classic cars, decorated bicycles and more. * This year's theme is "American Proud."
* There is a country fair from 11 am-2 pm at Roynon Elementary School, D & 8th Streets, La Verne, including free watermelon from the La Verne Rotary (fee for rides). \
* The Aquatics Center offers free swimming, noon- 4 pm.
* Info and full listing of events, 909-596-8794; www.ci.la-verne.ca.us
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Tue, Jul 4:
10 am "CLAREMONT - INDEPENDENCE DAY FESTIVAL" is a daytime event at Memorial Park, 840 N Indian Hill, Claremont, CA.
* The festival, games and entertainment begin at 10 am with a flag-raising ceremony.
* A pancake breakfast is offered for a fee from 7-10 am.
* Activities include game booths, a speakers corner, entertainment, until 2 pm.
* 4th of July parade begins at 3 pm, on the corner of Indian Hill Bl and 10th St, travels S on Indian Hill to Harrison, and west to Mountain Av, ending at Larkin Park.
* Info, 909-399-5460; www.ci.claremont.ca.us; www.claremont4th.org
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Tue, Jul 4:
10 am "NORCO 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION" includes a noon-3 pm picnic at Pikes Peak Park, 97 Sixth St, Norco, CA.
* Day begins with a PATRIOTIC EQUESTRIAN TRAIL RIDE, 10 am-noon, starting at the Ingalls Equestrian Center parking lot. Dress in red, white and blue, and prizes will be awarded for the most patriotic horse and rider. Helmets and saddles required, and no stallions.
* PICNIC is at Pikes Peak Park, 97 Sixth St, Norco, is noon-3 pm, with food vendors, family games, a horseshoe tournament, live music, and crafts for kids.
* Bring your picnic. No alcohol; ice chests/coolers subject to search.
* Food available for purchase.
* Info, 951-270-5632; www.norco.ca.us
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Tue, Jul 4:
10 am-10 pm "TEMECULA 4th OF JULY STAR SPANGLED PARADE & CELEBRATION" mostly in Ronald Reagan Sports Park, 30875 Rancho Vista Rd, Temecula, CA.
* Parade kicks off at 10 am on Old Town Front Street in Old Town Temecula, and the street will be closed from 9 am until about noon.
* Celebration continues 2-10 pm in Ronald Reagan Sports Park (the park opens at 8 am). Food vendors, live music and a fun zone (fee) for kids.
* Fireworks at 9 pm.
* Info, 951-694-6480; www.temeculaevents.org; www.cityoftemecula.org
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Tue, Jul 4:
10 am "LAKE FOREST 4TH OF JULY PARADE" is FREE, with this year's theme of "Let Freedom Ring!" running from the corner of Toledo Way and Ridge Route Dr (in front of El Toro High School), to an end on Serrano Rd at Dayton, Lake Forest, CA.
* Info, 949-461-3457; www.lakeforestparade.com; www.lakeforestca.gov
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Tue, Jul 4: a Guide FOCUS EVENT (and pick)...
11 am-5 pm "4th OF JULY OLD-FASHIONED FAMILY BARN DANCE AND BARBEQUE" at Will Geer’s Theatricum Botanicum, 1419 N Topanga Canyon Bl, Topanga, CA 90290. (Midway between Pacific Coast Highway and the 101 Ventura Freeway).
* It's family hoe-down with live music, a barn dance, pie-eating contest, watermelon seed-spitting contest, cake walk, horseshoes, relay races, dunk bucket, family games, and more, under massive sheltering oaks, in the delightful outdoor venue where you can also catch summer thetare productions and concerts and see Woody Guthrie's cabin (yep, he lived there, at his friend Will Geer's place).
* This event is the subject of the # 3 news feature in the Guide's May 30 edition, at: http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2017/05/music-news-and-doins-this-week-next.html
* Advance tix and more info: 310-455-3723 or www.theatricum.com
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Jul 4, FESTIVAL:
"COLUMBIA’S GLORIOUS 4th OF JULY CELEBRATION" is a six-hour drive to Columbia State Historic Park, Main St & State St, Columbia, CA 95310.
* Complete info in the Guide's "ENCYCLOPEDIA FESTIVANICA" at: http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2017/04/2017-music-festival-guide-current.html
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Tue, Jul 4:
11 am-1 pm "SAN GABRIEL - KIDS' DAY AND 4th OF JULY PARADE" at Smith Park, San Gabriel, CA.
* Smith Park is the base, with food and activities.
* Free Kids' Day activities at Smith Park includes a barbeque, watermelon eating contest, entertainment, a game area, and swimming at the Smith Park pool from 11 am-1 pm (admission limited).
* Parade begins at Plaza Park and heads through the Mission District to Smith Park. Parade made up of community groups, musicians, push floats and families.
* Info, 626-308-2875; www.sangabrielcity.com
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Tue, Jul 4:
Noon-10 pm "MISSION VIEJO - 4th OF JULY STREET FAIRE & FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR" on Olympiad Rd between Marguerite Pkwy and Melinda Rd, Mission Viejo, CA.
* Ongoing entertainment on two stages; games and rides (fee), food, craft and merchandise booths, and more.
* Entertainment on the main stage includes: A BAND (Rock); BILLY LYMPERIS AND THE TRUTH (Blues); CLAPTON ROAD (Eric Clapton Tribute). The Freedom Stage features the youth bands COREY ANGELI, MERISSA MACCHIOROLA, TAYLOR HOPPER, PURE ATOMA and others. KEITH COMER performs 2-6 pm at the lake entrance.
* Fireworks at 9 pm.
* Pets, skateboards, rollerblades, bicycles and barbeques are prohibited.
* Event website has shuttle and other info; 949-830-7066; www.mvactivities.com; www.cityofmissionviejo.org
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Tue, Jul 4th:
2 pm "4th OF JULY PARTY" with ANDY & RENEE and their award-winning band HARD RAIN, is a yard & house party at the Home of Jean Merl in Hermosa Beach, CA 90254.
* Tix, $25, include address and directions, at: http://www.andyandrenee.com/store.php
* Doors at 2 pm, music starts at 3:30 pm.
* In the best 4th of July tradition, it's a potluck. Bring a dish to share and BYOB.
* Andy & Renee & Hard Rain host the annual "Dylanfest," always a Guide top pick, and the duo are recently back after their successful concert tour of Italy, so expect more good tales of the road.
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Tue, Jul 4:
2-5 pm Annual "Fourth of July ICE CREAM SOCIAL" at the Learning Garden, located at Venice High School, 13000 Venice Bl (at Walgrove Av), Los Angeles, CA 90066; 310-722-3656; learninggardenmaster@yahoo.com
* One of the best kept secrets in town, at the home base of the Los Angeles Seed Library and the Learning Garden.
* You can taste "the most delicious homemade ice cream, made from our local harvest at the garden and local gardeners. This year, we are planning some of the old favorites like Chocolate Mint, Meyer Lemon, and Lavender Honey. And a few surprise ones this year."
* It's a fundraiser for the garden, so they ask a donation of $10 for adults, $5 for children under age 12. You will get to taste all the flavors.
* "AND, If you bring a homemade pie, crumble, brownies, cookies, you will receive a free plant, and enjoy an array of pie a la modes."
* This is intended as a zero waste event; bring your own bowl and spoon.
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Tue, Jul 4:
2-10 pm "APPLE VALLEY FREEDOM FESTIVAL." at the Lenny Brewster Sports Center, 21024 Otoe Rd (at Dale Evans Parkway, 1.5 miles N of Hwy 18), Apple Valley, CA.
* Family activities, vendors, a beer garden and music.
* Bands are BADWATER JUNCTION, A PENNY A KISS, and DIAMOND IS FOREVER (Neil Diamond Tribute).
* Info, 760-240-7000 x7071; www.applevalley.org; www.applevalleyevents.org
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Tue, Jul 4:
2-4 pm "LAKE ARROWHEAD VILLAGE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES" is FREE, today with ECHO LOVE CHAMBER (40 Years of Hits), at Lake Arrowhead Village, 28200 Hwy 189, Lake Arrowhead, CA.
* Performances in this FREE series (unless otherwise noted) usually take place 6:30-8:30 pm.
* Reserved seating available for purchase; free open festival seating is in area behind tables.
* Festival seating area opens at 10 am the morning of the concerts. Beach chairs and/or blankets are allowed in the festival seating area but not coolers.
Info: 909-337-2533; www.thelakearrowheadvillage.com; www.lakearrowheadvillage.co/events.html
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Tue, Jul 4, FESTIVAL: (a pick)
"4th OF JULY BLOCK PARTY" is a one-day festival at Grand Park and The Music Center, 200 N Grand Av, downtown Los Angeles, CA 90012
* Complete info in the Guide's "ENCYCLOPEDIA FESTIVANICA" at: http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2017/04/2017-music-festival-guide-current.html
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Tue, Jul 4:
3-10 pm "ALHAMBRA - FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION" at Alamansor Park, 800 S Alamansor St, Alhambra, CA.
* Food booths, picnic games and a small carnival (nominal fee) opens at 3 pm.
* Music by THE BAND FRESH (Variety) begins at 3:30 pm, followed by the DONS OF DISTINCTION at 7 pm.
* Fireworks at 9 pm.
* Pets, personal fireworks, smoking and alcohol are not allowed.
* Info: 626-570-3242; 626-570-5044; www.cityofalhambra.org; www.alhambrachamber.org
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Tue, Jul 4:
3-10 pm "ANAHEIM - FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION" at Peralta Park, 15 N Pinney, Anaheim, CA.
* Food/game booths run 3- 8:45 pm.
* Fireworks at 9 pm.
* Live entertainment.
* The annual parade begins at 1 pm, prior to the festival, on route from Canyon High School, north on Imperial Highway, turning right on Santa Ana Canyon Road, ending at Quintana Road near Eucalyptus Park.
* See their websites for info on related activities: www.anaheimhillscommunitycouncil.org; www.anaheim.net
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Tue, Jul 4:
4-9 pm "CERRITOS - LET FREEDOM RING CELEBRATION" at the Cerritos Civic Center, Bloomfield & 183rd St, Cerritos, CA.
* Includes food and game booths and small carnival rides (fee), entertainment, a bell-ringing ceremony and fireworks.
* Fireworks show from Cerritos High School (across the street) concludes the event, starting at 9 pm.
* Bring blankets/chairs for fireworks viewing, but no picnics or BBQs are allowed.
* Info, 562-916-1254; www.cerritos.us
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Tue, Jul 4:
4-10 pm "LOS ALAMITOS - FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR" at the Joint Forces Training Base , Farquhar & Bloomfield, Los Alamitos, CA.
* Gates open at 4 pm. Event includes a food court, sponsor booths, kids fun zone (nominal fees for some activities), entertainment.
* Fireworks at 9 pm.
* Due to security regulations, you must bring a valid ID. (Adults must have ID and those without ID must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.)
* Lawn chairs and blankets are encouraged and there is no bleacher seating.
* Motor homes, alcohol, dogs and personal fireworks are not permitted.
* Parking is $5 per vehicle.
* Info, 562-430-1073; www.ci.los-alamitos.ca.us
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Tue, Jul 4:
5-10 pm "DIAMOND BAR - 4TH OF JULY BLAST" at Diamond Bar High School, 21400 Pathfinder Rd, Diamond Bar, CA.
* Music by the band STONE SOUL (Motown/Soul).
* Fireworks at 9 pm.
* There is only grass seating, so bring a chair or blanket.
* You can bring a picnic dinner to this one (no alcohol).
* Info, 909-839-7070; www.diamondbarca.gov
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Tue, Jul 4:
5-10 pm "RIALTO - INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION" is FREE at Jerry Eaves Park, 1485 N. Ayala Dr, Rialto, CA.
* Carnival games (fee), activities, contests, live entertainment.
* Fireworks at 9 pm.
* Info, 909-877-9706; www.rialtoca.gov
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Tue, Jul 4:
5-10 pm "FULLERTON - FOURTH OF JULY COMMUNITY FESTIVAL & FIREWORKS SHOW" at the Fullerton Union High School Softball Fields, located on Lemon Street between Berkeley and Chapman, Fullerton, CA.
* Gates at 5 pm for the annual festival, but note the location has changed for 2017.
* No stadium seating this year.
* Live music by SOUNDBYTES (Variety), children's activities, food vendors and more.
* Fireworks at 9 pm.
* No alcohol, animals, umbrellas, glass or personal fireworks allowed.
* Info, 714-738-6545; www.cityoffullerton.com
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Tue, Jul 4:
5-9 pm "YORBA LINDA - 50th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION 4th OF JULY SPECTACULAR" at Veterans Park, 4756 Valley View Av, and at Yorba Linda Middle School, 4777 Casa Loma Av, both in Yorba Linda, CA.
* Food vendors, family activities, a live band, and a Kids Fun Zone from 5-8 pm (most activities free; fee for the inflatable obstacle course).
* No alcohol, personal fireworks, or tarps on grass; bringing animals is not recommended.
* Info, 714-961-7160; www.ci.yorba-linda.ca.us
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Tue, Jul 4:
5:30-9:30 pm "WALNUT - FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION" in Suzanne Park, 625 Suzanne Rd, Walnut, CA.
* Live music 6- 9 pm.
* Food for purchase, a pooch parade, contests and more.
* Picnics are welcome, but no BBQs, grills or other cooking appliances allowed in the park, nor is alcohol.
* Fireworks at 9 pm.
* Info, 909-598-5605; www.ci.walnut.ca.us
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Tue, Jul 4:
6-10 pm "WOODLAND HILLS - VALLEY CULTURAL CENTER CONCERTS ON THE GREEN" brings the FREE "4th of July Spectacular" with the SAN FERNANDO VALLEY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA and fireworks, at at Warner Center Park, 5800 Topanga Canyon Bl, Woodland Hills, CA.
* Fireworks at 9 pm.
* Concerts in this series usually take place Sundays from 6-8 pm (unless otherwise noted). No alcohol; note that tents/canopies/umbrellas are permitted, but only until concert starts, then they must be removed.
* Info, 818-704-1358; www.valleycultural.org
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Tue, Jul 4:
6-8 pm "LAGUNA NIGUEL SUMMER CONCERT SERIES" is a FREE series, with the theme tonight of "DANCING THROUGH THE DECADES", at Crown Valley Community Park, 29751 Crown Valley Parkway, Laguna Niguel, CA.
* Band is MIRAGE (Fleetwood Mac Tribute - 70s).
* After the concert, audience members may attend the walk to Laguna Niguel Regional Park (3/4 mile each way) to watch the fireworks.
* Fireworks at 9 pm.
* Parking for the shuttle is available at City Hall, 30111 Crown Valley Parkway, and the shuttle runs 4-10:30 pm.
* Concerts in this series are 6:30-8:30 pm. at Crown Valley Community Park unless otherwise noted.
* Free shuttle service on regular concert nights runs 5:30-9:15 pm from the City Hall parking lot at 30111 Crown Valley Parkway.
* No pets, smoking or alcohol permitted at concerts.
* Info on the event and the summer schedule: 949-425-5100; 949-362-4351; www.ci.laguna-niguel.ca.us
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Tue, Jul 4:
6:30-10 pm "TUSTIN - FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION" is FREE at the Tustin High School Football Stadium, 1171 El Camino Real, Tustin, CA.
* Gates open at 6:30 pm.
* Live music by the band GARAGE SALE (Variety).
* Fireworks at 9 pm.
* Seating is on the grass or in the stadium.
* Picnics are welcome; no alcohol.
* There is no charge for stadium seating.
* Refreshments available for purchase.
* Info, 714-573-3326; www.tustinca.org
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Tue, Jul 4:
7-10 pm "MONROVIA - MONROVIA FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION" is FREE in Library Park, 321 S Myrtle Av (at Palm Av), Monrovia, CA.
* Concert features the band NIGHT OWL (Big Band) 7- :30 pm.
* Fireworks at 9 pm.
* A maximum space of 10x10 feet may be held at the park, but someone must be present at all times.
* Info, 626-256-8246; www.cityofmonrovia.org
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Tue, Jul 4: (late addition to the Jun 30 Guide)
7:30 pm "4th OF JULY FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR," the annual multi-night bang-boom concert with the L.A. PHILHARMONIC, brings PENTATONIX to the Hollywood Bowl, Los Angeles, CA.
* Tix still available for all three nights, Jul 2, 3, 4, at: https://hollywood-bowl.tickets-center.com/search/hollywood-bowl-tickets/
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Tue, Jul 4; CONCERT with FIREWORKS: (late addition to the Jun 30 Guide)
8 pm "MUSIC OF SPRINGSTEEN" with FIREWORKS and the PACIFIC SYMPHONY, guest performers MATT RYAN & THE AMERICAN DREAM, and the ORANGE COUNTY WIND ENSEMBLE, opens "New SummerFest at OC Fair" at the Pacific Amphitheatre @ the OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626.
Born in the USA! Pacific Symphony is about to begin a new chapter, as the orchestra settles into its new summer home at the OC Fair and Event Center in the heart of Costa Mesa. The Symphony's very first SummerFest launches on July 4 in the Pacific Amphitheatre with a program featuring the heart-thumping, spine-tingling music of Bruce Springsteen, a 40th anniversary tribute to "Star Wars," a salute to the Armed Forces and a brilliant fireworks finale!
* This year, the program features a high-energy tribute to BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN, “The Boss,” America’s most iconic singer-songwriter.
* The Guide attended this July 4th event a few years ago when it was an EAGLES tribute, and this is a highly recommended, well-done evening with a very full fireworks display.
* Main program: RICHARD KAUFMAN, conductor, PACIFIC SYMPHONY; plus MATT RYAN & THE AMERICAN DREAM, "a note-perfect and visually accurate recreation of a Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band."
* The symphony performs a 40th anniversary tribute to "STAR WARS" with the iconic music of JOHN WILLIAMS.
* The Symphony's traditional salute to the U.S. Armed Forces and patriotic favorites closes with a brilliant fireworks finale.
* Pre-concert entertainment by the ORANGE COUNTY WIND ENSEMBLE from 6 to 7:30 pm at the Plaza Pacifica entrance.
* Fireworks -- Pacific Symphony's annual July 4th spectacular -- completes the program of live music.
* Unlike previous seasons, you will be able to leave the venue immediately after the fireworks show. Fireworks will be shot from a secure location that will not interfere with patrons needing to exit early.
* The gates open at 6 pm for picnicking. Picnic tables are available at the Plaza Pacifica entrance. Or, if you prefer, picnic at your seats (but read the notes below).
* Bring your own food, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages onto the premises, but note that inside the amphitheater itself, glass containers and glassware are not permitted. Outside beer is not allowed anywhere; beer is available for purchase from several onsite vendors.
* Additional food and beverages may be purchased at the concession stands inside the amphitheater.
* Tix: Box office, 714-755-5799; www.PacificSymphony.org; note: PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE through Ticketmaster; the Pacific Amphitheatre box office opens at 10 am on July 4.
* $8 general parking, handicap parking available.
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The Guide was able to include a number of 4th of July events after finding them at "Dorothy's Website." Check it out (you'll want to bookmark it):
http://www.dorothyswebsite.org
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# 4 events feature...
Events AFTER the 4th, through the weekend (and a lil' bit after that)
If your July 4th holiday runs through the coming weekend, we've gotcha covered... plus we have some fine events beyond that. MOST of what follows is excerpted from the massive June 30th edition, PLUS we have a few late additions.
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✔ THURSDAY, 7/6
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Thu, Jul 6:
7:30–9:30 pm DIRTY CELLO plays the "Under the Stars" outdoor concert series at the Muckenthaler Cultural Center, 1201 W Malvern Av, Fullerton, Ca 92831; 714-738-6595; www.TheMuck.org
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Thu, Jul 6: (late addition to the Jun 30 Guide)
8 pm L.A. PHILHARMONIC presents "HARRY POTTER AND THE CHAMBER OF SECRETS," continuing their series from the wizardy children's films with the symphonic soundtracks, at the Hollywood Bowl, Los Angeles, CA
* Tix: https://hollywood-bowl.tickets-center.com/search/hollywood-bowl-tickets/
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✔ FRIDAY, 7/7
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Fri, Jul 7, 2017:
5:30 pm WESTERN STANDARD TIME performs the FREE, all-ages, summer concert series in Levitt Pavilion at MacArthur Park, 2230 W 6th St, Los Angeles, CA.
* Don't expect a cowboy / western band. That's a stoic nope and a modern n'uh-uh.
* Western Standard Time has a longer name that appends the two words, "Ska Orchestra" — it's the world’s premier "Jamaican Jazz Orchestra" — and it's "DUKE ELLINGTON meets Jamaica: the big band jazz arrangements of the 1940s colliding with the sound of early Jamaica." So it's best discribed as a kind of innovative retro jazz — Jamaican jazz. And people are flocking to it, by the thousands.
* There are more than 20 world-class jazz musicians in a “standard” Western Standard Time performance.
* The band's featured performers include Grammy noms and winners, and some have performed on Oscar, Grammy, and Emmy television broadcasts, and/or played with international stars and on major motion picture soundtracks.
* Bring your favorite beverage and tasty snacks. Excepot no alcohol, and they mean it — the cops will bust you outta the clear blue.
* Bring a folding lawn or beach chair. If you sit on a blanket, you will not be able to see.
* Bring a jacket; nights still get chilly near even a small lake.
* Parking free is possible, but requires being innovative and walking several blocks.
* Best to ride the Red / Purple Line light rail to Westlake/MacArthur Park Station, and allow time to walk around the bottom end of the park, through the tunnel and into the side that's isolated by the elevated road; that's how you reach the band shell.
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Fri, Jul 7:
7 pm JIM GUSTIN & TRUTH JONES, plus BOBBY BLUEHOUSE BAND, play the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia, CA.
* Fun venue has two stages, full bar, good bar food (generous portions, two can share).
* Bring earplugs. Seriously.
* Adv tix online are substantially discounted, at: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/arcadia-blues-club-red-entertainment-llc-10974346420
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Fri, Jul 7:
8 pm THE JANGLE BROTHERS is the ensemble of JOHN YORK, BILLY DARNELL, & CHAD WATSON, at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena, CA; phone for reservations (10 am-10 pm, 7 days) 626-798-6236.
* Venue impresario Bob Stane calls them "The best music this side of Bob Dylan and the Band. Guitar heaven with former members of the BYRDS." The Guide takes no issue with that description.
* JOHN YORK is a former member of the legendary Byrds, and currently touring with Barry McGuire. He has played with P.F. Sloan, The Mamas and the Papas, Dr. John, Johnny Rivers, Rick Danko, Richard Manuel, The Sir Douglas Quintet, Nicky Hopkins, and Blues legend Lightnin' Hopkins.
* BILLY DARNELL played guitar for the Gene Clark Byrds, The Everly Brothers, Dr. John, Doug Kershaw, and Roger McGuinn.
* CHAD WATSON is amazing, bass player for Janis Ian, Delaney Bramlett, Charlie Rich, Freddy Fender and countless other artists.
* Tix, $20.
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Fri, Jul 7: (late addition to the Jun 30 Guide)
8 pm L.A. PHILHARMONIC presents "HARRY POTTER AND THE PRISONER OF AZKABAN," continuing their series from the wizardy children's films with the symphonic soundtracks, at the Hollywood Bowl, Los Angeles, CA
* Tix: https://hollywood-bowl.tickets-center.com/search/hollywood-bowl-tickets/
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✔ SATURDAY, 7/8
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Sat, Jul 8: a Guide FOCUS EVENT...
6 pm JIM CURRY performs his "JOHN DENVER TRIBUTE SHOW," plus TAYLOR MADE, the JAMES TAYLOR tribute band, outdoors at the Big Bear Discovery Center, 40971 North Shore Dr, Fawnskin (near Big Bear), CA 92333;
* This is one of Curry's most popular annual shows in California. It's outdoors in the mountains under the pines, the ideal setting for John Denver's music. Curry's full band performs this show.
* Food available for purchase.
* Bring chairs and blankets and jackets; it's summer, but mountain nights get cold.
* This is a benefit concert; proceeds go to reforest our local mountains.
* Consider making a weekend of it. Big Bear Lake has a lot to offer in outdoor recreation. If you wish to spend the weekend, the Curry's recommend their friend's resort: www.bearcreek-resort.com
* Tix: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jim-curry-tribute-to-the-music-of-john-denver-at-music-in-the-mountains-tickets-32832565086
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Sat, Jul 8:
7-10 pm GREGORY PAGE plus PETE MOLINARI, and REV JEFF, play the "SOLSTICE SKYLINE" outdoor house concert series in Pasadena, CA 91103 (location provided upon RSVP or advance ticket purchase); RSVP@SolsticeSkyline.com
* Tix $15 at door w/reservation if not sold-out; kids under age 12 are free; $11.50 online advance purchase at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/solstice-skyline-pete-molinari-gregory-page-rev-jeff-tickets-35296972194
* Links to listen to songs are at Eventbrite url, just above.
* "A portion of proceeds (33%) from the entire 2017 Solstice Skyline series will go to 10 non-profits."
* Solstice Skyline, presented by Heyday Media Group, is "an intimate outdoor music series celebrating nature, creativity, and people coming together while fundraising for various charities that make our world a better place."
* Coming up at the Solstice Skyline series (make a note / reserve now):
♪ Sat, Aug 12th: The JIM REYNOLDS BAND + LAUREN TURK + CLINTON ROSS DAVIS.
♪ Sat, Sep 23rd: G BURNS JUG BAND plus FANNY AND THE ATTA BOYS (that'll be a very fun show; check out the latter's music at: https://www.heydaymediagroup.com).
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Sat, Jul 8: a Guide FOCUS EVENT...
7 pm ANDY CORWIN’S BABYBOOMERAMA TIKI PARTY plays the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena, CA; phone for reservations (10 am-10 pm, 7 days) 626-798-6236.
* ANDY CORWIN (of THE LIMELITERS) teams up with THE HONEY-LULUS (KATE FRIEDRICKS, JUSTEEN WARD, & CHRISTINA LINHARDT) to take the audience on a nostalgic comic journey. Embracing many of the cultural touchstones that define the Baby Boomer Generation, combined with the "retro-tiki" Hawaiian stylings of THE HONEY-LULUS.
* Combining songs, comedy and audience participation, Andy gets to revisit his legendary comedic talents, accompanied by a bevy of lovely songbirds.
* Tix, $15.
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Sat, Jul 8:
7 pm GENTLEMEN'S BLUES CLUB, with "very special guests," plus BOBBY BLUEHOUSE BAND, play the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia, CA.
* Fun venue has two stages, full bar, good bar food (generous portions, two can share).
* Bring earplugs. Seriously.
* Adv tix online are substantially discounted, at: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/arcadia-blues-club-red-entertainment-llc-10974346420
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Sat, Jul 8: (late addition to the Jun 30 Guide)
8 pm L.A. PHILHARMONIC presents "HARRY POTTER AND THE PRISONER OF AZKABAN," continuing their series from the wizardy children's films with the symphonic soundtracks, at the Hollywood Bowl, Los Angeles, CA
* Tix: https://hollywood-bowl.tickets-center.com/search/hollywood-bowl-tickets/
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Sat, Jul 8: a Guide FOCUS EVENT...
8 pm PETER CASE plays the famous concert hall behind McCabe's Guitar Shop, 3101 W Pico Bl, Santa Monica, CA; 310-828-4497.
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Sat, Jul 8: a Guide FOCUS EVENT...
8 pm DOUG MacLEOD, the great acoustic bluesman and endorsed National Steel Guityar artist, plays the Fret House, 309 N Citrus Av, Covina, CA; 626-339-7020.
Sat, Jul 8: a Guide FOCUS EVENT...
8 pm THE RECOLLECTIVE plays the "Pasadena Folk Music Society" concert series in Beckman Institute Auditorium (aka "Little Beckman"), on the campus at Caltech, 400 S Wilson Av, Pasadena, CA; 626-395-4652.
* Park free in the evenings and ignore the "reserved" signs in either lot at the S end of Michigan Av, off Del Mar. walk and follow the paper flyer signs.
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✔ SUNDAY, 7/9
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Sun, Jul 9:
3:30–6 pm 2nd annual "SAN PEDRO ARTS DISTRICT SUMMER SOIREE" is a benefit with live music, champagne and food included, at the Art Deco Penthouse, 521 W 8th St, San Pedro, CA 90731.
* Music Sponsors are It’s Showtime and the Whale & Ale, featuring the ALEX SMITH TRIO; there are champagne and food sponsors, too, featuring chef-made foods.
* It's "a fundraiser to raise money so we can paint more murals on our Gaffey Great Street."
* An art sale features four artists in attendance whose work will be auctioned at the conclusion.
* Tix, $55, at 310-732-0010, or online at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/summer-soiree-2017-tickets-34699062831#tickets
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Sun, Jul 9:
4:30-7:30 pm RUSTY METOYER & ZYDECO KRUSH play the Cajun-Zydeco Dance series at the PCH Club, Golden Sails Hotel, 6285 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach, CA; info: David 909-627-0926; or davidsousa@verizon.net
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Sun, Jul 9:
7 pm BIFFLE & SHOOSTER with THE SKID ROW SOCIETY ORCHESTRA, at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena, CA; phone for reservations (10 am-10 pm, 7 days) 626-798-6236.
* It's a live music look back at… well, comedy and music of another era. WILL RYAN, for one, is a master of the voiceover and renowned for his all-around talents. Unusual, fun and very fine voices and instrumentals.
* Bob Stane says, "At last! Here's a chance to see the classic comedy team Biffle & Shooster IN PERSON – with favorite songs and routines - and NEW material, too. And yes, they WILL be doing their 'Tribute to William Frawley'... and the ukulele bit!"
* Tix, $20.
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Sun, Jul 9:
8 pm NRBQ plays the famous concert hall behind McCabe's Guitar Shop, 3101 W Pico Bl, Santa Monica, CA; 310-828-4497.
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As extensive as our recommendations are? That's really just a lil' rundown on bunches o' concerts, festivals and other events in California through the conclusion of the July 4th holiday.
There are HUNDREDS more FESTIVALS happening all over North America, and we describe 'em in the detail you need in the Guide's "ENCYCLOPEDIA FESTIVANICA" at: http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2017/04/2017-music-festival-guide-current.html
But that's it for our concert calendar. You just saw how massively inclusive it, and we just can't keep doing these things. So we're returning the emphasis to MUSIC NEWS, and as part of what we cover, reporting on some select events. And yes, we do maintain the "Encyclopedia Festivanica." But comprehensive day-by-day lists of everything good enough to recommend? We're bidding that bon voyage again, and this time that ship is really sailing.
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Okay, we lied a little. We ARE taking time here — temporarily — to include a select few things (recommendations) after July 4th.
(If the fireworks nuts don't burn Southern California to the ground, these are good places to go.)
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Wed, Jul 12:
8 pm "PEACEFUL EASY FEELING: AN EVENING WITH JACK TEMPCHIN" at the GRAMMY Museum, 800 W Olympic Bl (entrance on Figueroa), Los Angeles, CA 90015; 213-765-6800; www.grammymuseum.org
* Singer-songwriter Jack Tempchin wrote several hit songs for the Eagles and for that quintessential California roots band's individual members.
* It's an evening of performance-interview in the museum's Clive Davis Theater, with a discussion of Jack's extraordinary career and upcoming solo album, "Peaceful Easy Feeling - The Songs Of Jack Tempchin," followed by a performance.
* The evening is hosted by Scott Goldman, Executive Director of the GRAMMY Museum.
* General tix go on sale June 22 at noon; AmEx card holders get a jump on that.
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Wed, Jul 12:
5 pm & 8 pm JOHN JORGENSON BLUEGRASS BAND plays two shows at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena, CA; phone for reservations (10 am-10 pm, 7 days) 626-798-6236.
* Formed 5 years ago by Grammy-winning musician JOHN JORGENSON, The John Jorgenson Bluegrass Band (also known as J2B2) has quickly developed a reputation for unique material, exquisite vocal harmonies and dynamic arrangements that stretch the boundaries while respecting the traditions of bluegrass.
* In this short time the group has had multiple appearances on the Grand Old Opry, Mountain Stage, Rockygrass, and many other prestigious festivals and venues worldwide.
* Featuring Jorgenson's longtime friend and colleague, legendary vocalist and banjo player HERB PEDERSEN, multiple Grammy-winning bassist and producer MARK FAIN, and multi-instrumental whiz PATRICK SAUBER on guitar, with Jorgenson primarily on mandolin, virtuosic instrumental prowess is expected.
* What surprises most audiences new to the group is the unique quality of the vocal blend and dynamic trio harmonies featured.
* Longtime supporters of the Coffee Gallery will be familiar with John, Herb and Patrick as they've played many times before in various groups, but it's a rare opportunity to see them all together with Mark Fain as this is the first Southern California appearance for this esteemed group.
* This'll sell-out VERY quickly, so don't dawdle.
* Tix, $30 per person.
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Jul 12: (late addition to the Jun 30 Guide)
8 pm KENNY LOGGINS joins the PACIFIC SYMPHONY at Pacific Amphitheatre @ the OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626.
* Albert-George Schram conducts Pacific Symphony for the night.
* Co-presented by Pacific Symphony and the OC Fair & Event Center, it's a night to “Lose your blues, everybody cut footloose.”
* For more than four remarkable decades, Loggins' smash songs have catapulted the dynamic singer-songwriter to the top of the charts, making him the toast of the Grammys.
* From “Danny’s Song” and “Return to Pooh Corner” to “Celebrate Me Home,” “This Is It,” “Whenever I Call You Friend” and the blockbuster “Footloose,” Kenny Loggins’ songs have been the quintessential feel-good soundtrack for more than a generation.
* Tix: Box office, 714-755-5799; www.PacificSymphony.org
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The essence of "Accessible Classical"...
Thu, Jul 13, 2017:
8 pm "BEETHOVEN'S NINTH with L.A. PHILHARMONIC and LOS ANGELES MASTER CHORALE" at the Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Av, Hollywood, CA.
* There are few experiences more quintessentially Los Angeles than spending a summer evening under the stars while catching a concert at the Hollywood Bowl. The historic amphitheater is one of the most famous venues in the world.
* This magical night features conductor GUSTAVO DUDAMEL and the LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC performing with the LOS ANGELES MASTER CHORALE. They bring BEETHOVEN's beloved "Ninth Symphony (Chorale)," and from AARON COPLAND, who was renowned for decades before his death as the "dean of American composers," his iconic and powerful short piece that is especially relevant in our era of the struggling 99%, "Fanfare for the Common Man."
* The Beethoven selection is widely and globally considered, across many cultures, to be the greatest piece of music ever written. The epic, world-changing Ninth was the subject of a worldwide performance video with 10,000 people singing. It took years to make, and it's one of the most fun and moving things you can find on YouTube. It's at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xBlQZyTF_LY
* Meetup offers a "sit together" joint event of numerous Meetup groups, and that is restricted to age 21 and over (okay to come by yourself and meet others). Their tix are $30 plus processing fee. Info on that is at: https://www.meetup.com/losangelesfrugalconcerts/events/237865437/
* Bring a picnic dinner and wine, champagne or your favorite beverage.
✔ PROGRAM:
♪ Copland ........................ Fanfare for the Common Man
♪ Beethoven ..................... Symphony No. 9
Featured artists:
♪ Amanda Majeski, soprano
♪ J'Nai Bridges, mezzo-soprano
♪ Issachah Savage, tenor
♪ Ryan Speedo Green, bass
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Sat & Sun, Jul 15 & 16:
"BILL PICKETT RODEO — 33 Years of the Greatest Show on Dirt," at the Industry Hills Expo Center, 16200 Temple Av, City of Industry, CA 91744;
* African American cowboys, cowgirls and youngsters will choke dust as fans and novice spectators cheer for hard riding competitors as they battle to be named the best after a season of competition. Spectators cheer for their favorite competitors during thrilling Calf Ropin', exhilarating Bareback Ridin', Bull Doggin, Ladies Barrel Racin', Junior Barrel Racin', Ladies Steer Undecoratin', and gripping Bull Ridin.'
* TIX range from $20-$40; contact Los Angeles Rodeo Coordinator Margo Wade LaDrew at mladrew@billpickettrodeo.com 310.674.6700
* More info: www.billpickettrodeo.com
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Sat morning, Jul 15:
11 am TROUT FISHING IN AMERICA and THE GLORIOUS BIRDS play the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena, CA; phone for reservations (10 am-10 pm, 7 days) 626-798-6236.
* Yep, you read that right.
* Venue impresario Bob Stane enthusiastically crows about this show,”I have been waiting for years to book TROUT FISHING IN AMERICA! This is a very big time act that has been limiting their activities to the Southern and Eastern Seaboard and, now, they have a reason to Go West. This is a major booking for any venue and now they are sweeting the pot by bringing in an extra, larger group to open the show. THE GLORIOUS BIRDS. Two outstanding, national touring acts for only $20. We could only get them for a morning show so the morning to matinee extravaganza will begin at 11 am, and end around 1 pm.”
* This'll sell-out VERY quickly, so don't dawdle.
* Tix, $20.
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Sat, Jul 15:
3-7 pm 1st annual "CAJUN FOOD & MUSIC CELEBRATION" in Mile Square Park at Fountain Valley Recreation Center & Sports Park, Field D, 16400 Brookhurst St, Fountain Valley, CA 92708; www.ocfoodbank.org/Cajun
* TIX include taste samples of food and beverages from vendors: General admission $50; Early-Bird (through June 15) $35; Veterans or current members of US armed forces $30; Non-Drinking Ticket (Designated Driver or Ages 6-20) $25; Early-Bird Non-Drinking Ticket $15; Ages 5 and under, Free.
* CAMPING: No.
* THE SCENE: It's a "Community Action Partnership" fundraiser and helps the OC Foodbank. "The first ever OC Cajun Food and Music Celebration will host a variety of local restaurants, wineries, and breweries highlighting their signature dishes and drinks, all celebrating the amazing cross cultural influences of Louisiana and Orange County. All attendees will have the opportunity to taste samples of food and beverages from vendors, which is all included in the one admission price of your ticket. The event will also feature live zydeco/Cajun bands to create an unforgettable family-friendly experience."
* 2017 LINEUP:
* DENNIS G & THE ZYDECO TRAILRIDERS (opening act).
* LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS headline, starting at 5 pm.
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Sat, Jul 15:
7 pm JANET KLEIN & HER PARLOR BOYS play the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena, CA; phone for reservations (10 am-10 pm, 7 days) 626-798-6236.
* Deservedly klnown as "MERRYMAKERS OF WHOOPEE," the enchanting and effervescent chanteuse Janet Klein with her four-member band, The Parlor Boys, entertain in a lively Speakeasy Jazz Revue style.
* This dapper, multi-talented troupe performs scintillating early hot jazz tunes from the 1920s and '30s with authenticity and verve. Between songs, the band peppers the entertainment with musical and local historical folklore tidbits.
* Tix, $20.
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Jul 16; FREE: (late addition to the Jun 30 Guide)
7 pm PACIFIC SYMPHONY performs one of its annual FREE concerts for the "SYMPHONY IN THE CITIES" series, this one in Newport Beach, at the Civic Center / Newport Beach Public Library,
* The program for the series is a delightful excursion:
♪ KEY: The Star Spangled Banner
♪ BERNSTEIN: Overture to Candide
♪ BERNSTEIN: Mambo from West Side Story
♪ MASCAGNI: Intermezzo from Cavalleria Rusticana
♪ SOUSA: Hands Across the Sea
♪ BRAHMS: Hungarian Dance No. 5
♪ J. STRAUSS: Thunder and Lightning Polka
♪ J. STRAUSS: Blue Danube Waltz
♪ BACH: Air on a G String
♪ BACH: Vivace from Concerto for 2 Violins
♪ WILLIAMS: Superman March
♪ WILLIAMS: E. T. The Extra Terrestrial: Flying Theme
♪ VARIOUS: Armed Forces Salute
♪ WARD: America the Beautiful
♪ BERLIN: God Bless America
♪ SOUSA: Stars and Stripes Forever
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* The night brings quite a lineup, with Carl St. Clair conducting the Pacific Symphony; Danielle and Sarah Liu, violin; Yaya Dance Academy — Yaya Zhang, artistic director; and the Southern California Children’s Chorus.
* The symphony tells us, "It's the perfect way to end a lazy summer day. Grab a lawn chair or blanket and join us for FREE music and family fun! Kick back, relax, crack open a picnic basket and enjoy a warm summer evening with family and friends, as Pacific Symphony sends a swirl of glorious music into the air for 'Symphony in the Cities'!"
* LOCAL MUSIC ACTS and family activities begin at 5:30 pm, so plan to get there early to plant your chair or blanket.
* Pacific Symphony concert starts at 7 pm.
* This performance is supported in large part by the City of Newport Beach.
* "Each summer, the Symphony, led by Music Director Carl St.Clair, takes the opportunity to express its gratitude by traveling throughout Orange County to deliver a little fun and inspirational music to old friends and new." Tonight, it's Newport Beach's turn.
* Tix: IT'S FREE. Info, 714-755-5799; www.PacificSymphony.org
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JULY 20th... in any other country, if they had accomplished what the US did on July 20th, THIS would be a national holiday. It's the day in 1969 that humans first set foot on the Moon. It should be "National Space & Exploration Day," but the corporatists are too cheap to allow our government to declare any more holidays. They claim it costs them too much money in "lost productivity," even though consumer spending is through the roof on any holiday when the stores and amusement parks and eateries are open. We have always been BIG advocates of making July 20th a holiday. Really now, how many times have humans set foot on a world other than our own? Yeah. So today we'll think of you, Buzz Aldrin, and all your Apollo astronaut colleagues, and Buzz, of your continuing advocacy for returning to a robust space program that GOES somewhere! So "Happy Space & Exploration Day" everybody, even if we are subversives for saying it!
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Jul 20: (late addition to the Jun 30 Guide)
8:15 pm THE B-52s with PACIFIC SYMPHONY, play the Pacific Amphitheatre @ the OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626.
* Pacific Symphony provides another way to have an exciting musical experience this summer when the orchestra delivers a blast from the past and rocks out with what is known in some quarters as "The World's Greatest Party Band." The B-52s remain one of rock music's most enduring bands.
* Tix: Box office, 714-755-5799; www.PacificSymphony.org
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Jul 22; FREE: (late addition to the Jun 30 Guide)
7 pm PACIFIC SYMPHONY performs one of its annual FREE concerts for the "SYMPHONY IN THE CITIES" series, this one in Mission Viejo, at the Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center, 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA.
* The program for the series is a delightful excursion:
♪ KEY: The Star Spangled Banner
♪ BERNSTEIN: Overture to Candide
♪ BERNSTEIN: Mambo from West Side Story
♪ MASCAGNI: Intermezzo from Cavalleria Rusticana
♪ SOUSA: Hands Across the Sea
♪ BRAHMS: Hungarian Dance No. 5
♪ J. STRAUSS: Thunder and Lightning Polka
♪ J. STRAUSS: Blue Danube Waltz
♪ BACH: Air on a G String
♪ BACH: Vivace from Concerto for 2 Violins
♪ WILLIAMS: Superman March
♪ WILLIAMS: E. T. The Extra Terrestrial: Flying Theme
♪ VARIOUS: Armed Forces Salute
♪ WARD: America the Beautiful
♪ BERLIN: God Bless America
♪ SOUSA: Stars and Stripes Forever
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* The night brings quite a lineup, with Carl St. Clair conducting the Pacific Symphony; Danielle and Sarah Liu, violin; Yaya Dance Academy — Yaya Zhang, artistic director; and the Southern California Children’s Chorus.
* The symphony tells us, "It's the perfect way to end a lazy summer day. Grab a lawn chair or blanket and join us for FREE music and family fun! Kick back, relax, crack open a picnic basket and enjoy a warm summer evening with family and friends, as Pacific Symphony sends a swirl of glorious music into the air for 'Symphony in the Cities'!"
* Features a "MUSICAL PLAYGROUND FOR CHILDREN" and "Prelude in the Park" at 4 pm, so plan to get there early to plant your chair or blanket.
* Concert featuring Pacific Symphony begins at 7 pm.
* This performance is supported in large part by the City of Mission Viejo.
* "Each summer, the Symphony, led by Music Director Carl St.Clair, takes the opportunity to express its gratitude by traveling throughout Orange County to deliver a little fun and inspirational music to old friends and new." Tonight, it's Mission Viejo's turn.
* Tix: IT'S FREE. Info, 714-755-5799; www.PacificSymphony.org
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Jul 23; FREE: (late addition to the Jun 30 Guide)
7 pm PACIFIC SYMPHONY performs one of its annual FREE concerts for the "SYMPHONY IN THE CITIES" series, this one in Irvine, at the Mike Ward Community Park Woodbridge, 20 Lake Rd, Irvine, CA.
* The program for the series is a delightful excursion:
♪ KEY: The Star Spangled Banner
♪ BERNSTEIN: Overture to Candide
♪ BERNSTEIN: Mambo from West Side Story
♪ MASCAGNI: Intermezzo from Cavalleria Rusticana
♪ SOUSA: Hands Across the Sea
♪ BRAHMS: Hungarian Dance No. 5
♪ J. STRAUSS: Thunder and Lightning Polka
♪ J. STRAUSS: Blue Danube Waltz
♪ BACH: Air on a G String
♪ BACH: Vivace from Concerto for 2 Violins
♪ WILLIAMS: Superman March
♪ WILLIAMS: E. T. The Extra Terrestrial: Flying Theme
♪ VARIOUS: Armed Forces Salute
♪ WARD: America the Beautiful
♪ BERLIN: God Bless America
♪ SOUSA: Stars and Stripes Forever
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* The night brings quite a lineup, with Carl St. Clair conducting the Pacific Symphony; Danielle and Sarah Liu, violin; Yaya Dance Academy — Yaya Zhang, artistic director; and the Southern California Children’s Chorus.
* The symphony tells us, "It's the perfect way to end a lazy summer day. Grab a lawn chair or blanket and join us for FREE music and family fun! Kick back, relax, crack open a picnic basket and enjoy a warm summer evening with family and friends, as Pacific Symphony sends a swirl of glorious music into the air for 'Symphony in the Cities'!"
* LOCAL MUSIC ACTS and family activities begin at 5:30 pm, so plan to get there early to plant your chair or blanket.
* Pacific Symphony concert starts at 7 pm.
* This performance is supported in large part by the City of Irvine.
* "Each summer, the Symphony, led by Music Director Carl St.Clair, takes the opportunity to express its gratitude by traveling throughout Orange County to deliver a little fun and inspirational music to old friends and new." Tonight, it's Mission Viejo's turn.
* Tix: IT'S FREE. Info, 714-755-5799; www.PacificSymphony.org
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Aug 19; CONCERT & SCREENING: (late addition to the Jun 30 Guide)
8 pm PACIFIC SYMPHONY performs "JURASSIC PARK," the iconic music of JOHN WILLIAMS, in "A soundtrack 65 million years in the making," as part of "New SummerFest at OC Fair" at the Pacific Amphitheatre @ the OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626.
* Experience the classic film while Pacific Symphony performs John Williams’ thrilling score live.
* The film, masterfully directed by Steven Spielberg and based on the novel by Michael Crichton, transports you to a secluded island where scientists have succeeded in reviving the age of dinosaurs. Until we discover that, as Jeff Goldblum's character says, "Just because you can do something doesn't mean you should."
* Richard Kaufman conducts the Pacific Symphony for the main program.
* Pre-concert entertainment by the ORANGE COUNTY WIND ENSEMBLE from 6 to 7:30 pm at the Plaza Pacifica entrance.
* The gates open at 6 pm for picnicking. Picnic tables are available at the Plaza Pacifica entrance. Or, if you prefer, picnic at your seats (but read the notes below).
* Bring your own food, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages onto the premises, but note that inside the amphitheater itself, glass containers and glassware are not permitted. Outside beer is not allowed anywhere; beer is available for purchase from several onsite vendors.
* The symphony's website offers a "Pre-Order Picnic Menu." Additional food and beverages may be purchased at the concession stands inside the amphitheater.
* $8 general parking, handicap parking available.
* Tix: Box office, 714-755-5799; www.PacificSymphony.org
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Sep 2: (late addition to the Jun 30 Guide)
8 pm PACIFIC SYMPHONY performs "HAIL TO THE HEROES" at the new FivePoint Amphitheatre near the OC Great Park in Irvine, CA
* Tix for this concert can be purchased now by phone from the venue, at 714-755-5799.
* "Music has the unique power to unite, to heal and to celebrate. Enjoy timeless classics evoking the best of the human spirit when Pacific Symphony and all of Orange County join for a concert that celebrates U.S. veterans, the heroes who make our community and our country great!"
* Tickets to Pacific Symphony's inaugural concert in the new FivePoint Amphitheatre near the OC Great Park in Irvine may go quickly, because our society values new as novel and desirable. Tix are only available by phone, above.
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Sep 9; CONCERT with FIREWORKS: (late addition to the Jun 30 Guide)
8 pm PACIFIC SYMPHONY performs the "TCHAIKOVSKY SPECTACULAR," also with RACHMANINOFF and FIREWORKS, as the closiing performance of "New SummerFest at OC Fair" at the Pacific Amphitheatre @ the OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626.
* Famous romantic composer Tchaikovsky's greatest hits are on the program, along with Rachmaninoff’s lush "Second Piano Concerto" performed by the freshly minted medal winner of this year’s Van Cliburn Competition. Concluding the evening is Tchaikovsky's electrifying “1812 Overture,” complete with live cannons and brilliant fireworks.
* Carl St. Clair conducts the Pacific Symphony tonight. The program features the 2017 "Van Cliburn Competition" winner on piano.
* Pre-concert entertainment by the Huntington Beach Concert Band from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Plaza Pacifica entrance.
* The gates open at 6 pm for picnicking. Picnic tables are available at the Plaza Pacifica entrance. Or, if you prefer, picnic at your seats (but read the notes below).
* Bring your own food, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages onto the premises, but note that inside the amphitheater itself, glass containers and glassware are not permitted. Outside beer is not allowed anywhere; beer is available for purchase from several onsite vendors.
* The symphony's website offers a "Pre-Order Picnic Menu." Additional food and beverages may be purchased at the concession stands inside the amphitheater.
* Fireworks -- Pacific Symphony's annual season-closing bang 'n boom spectacular -- completes the program of live music, timed to the "1812 Overture."
* Unlike previous seasons, you will be able to leave the venue immediately after the fireworks show. Fireworks will be shot from a secure location that will not interfere with patrons needing to exit early.
* $8 general parking, handicap parking available.
* Tix: Box office, 714-755-5799; www.PacificSymphony.org
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COMING UP in the 2017-2018 PACIFIC SYMPHONY Season, with tix / season tix / custom pkg series tix / all now available:
♪ "Beethoven's Fifth," Sep 14–16, 2017, 8 pm.
♪ "Beethoven's Fifth Revealed," Sep 17, 2017, 3 pm.
♪ "An Evening with Joshua Bell," Sep 23, 2017, 8 pm.
♪ "Beethoven & Schubert," Oct 8, 2017, 3 pm.
♪ "David Foster with special guests," Oct 13–14, 2017, 8 pm.
♪ "Mozart & Rachmaninoff," Oct 19–21, 2017, 8 pm.
♪ "Halloween Goes Hollywood," Oct 21, 2017, 10 am & 11:30 am.
♪ "Tribute to Ella," Nov 3–4, 2017, 8 pm.
♪ "Cathedrals of Sound," Nov 9–11, 2017, 8 pm.
♪ "Mozart - The Final Concertos," Nov 12, 2017, 3 pm.
♪ "Gershwin's Concerto," Nov 30–Dec 2, 2017, 8 pm.
♪ "Nutcracker for Kids!" Dec 2, 2017, 10 am & 11:30 am.
♪ "Handel's Glorious Messiah," Dec 3, 2017, 3 pm.
♪ "Celebrate the Holidays with Seth MacFarlane," Dec 22 & 23, 2017, 8 pm.
♪ "Beethoven's Violin Concerto," Jan 11–13, 2018, 8 pm.
♪ "Vivaldi's Four Seasons," Jan 21, 2018, 3 pm.
♪ "Brahms & Prokofiev," Feb 1–3, 2018, 8 pm.
♪ "Fledermaus: The Bat-Man's Revenge - Opera for Kids!" Feb 3, 2018, 10 am & 11:30 am.
♪ "Prokofiev's Piano Concerto No. 2," Feb 4, 2018, 3 pm.
♪ "Chinese New Year -- Year of the Dog," Feb 10, 2018, 8 pm.
♪ "Happy Birthday, Bernstein," Feb 11, 2018, 3 pm.
♪ "Christopher Cross," Feb 16 & 17, 2018, 8 pm.
♪ "The Magic Flute," Feb 22–27, 2018, 8 pm.
♪ "Pinchas Zukerman," Mar 15–17, 2018, 8 pm.
♪ "Video Game Odyssey," Mar 17, 2018, 10 am & 11:30 am.
♪ "Zukerman Plays Bruch," Mar 18, 2018, 3 pm.
♪ "A Night at the Copa," Mar 23 & 24, 2018, 8 pm.
♪ "Cirque de la Symphonie," Apr 6 & 7, 2018, 8 pm.
♪ "Cirque for Kids!" Apr 7, 2018, 10 am & 11:30 am.
♪ "Glass & Shankar," Apr 12–14, 2018, 8 pm.
♪ "Beethoven's Ninth," Apr 15, 2018, 3 pm.
♪ "Bach & Fauré," Apr 29, 2018, 3 pm.
♪ "Watts Plays Beethoven," May 3–5, 2018, 8 pm.
♪ "Rach 2," May 31–Jun 2, 2018, 8 pm.
♪ "Saturday Night Fever - Music of the Bee Gees," Jun 8 & 9, 2018, 8 pm.
♪ "Sounds of Hollywood," Jun 14–16, 2018, 8 pm.
♪ "Cinematic Violin," Jun 17, 2018, 3 pm.
* Tix / season tix / custom pkg series tix / now available: Box office, 714-755-5799; www.PacificSymphony.org
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Ahead in the Guide...
THE COMING SUMMER...
We'll keep you updated on MUSIC NEWS, all the festivals that feature Folk-Americana and/or acoustic music, and we'll bring you plenty of feature stories on whose in the studio, who's collaborating or touring with who, and what they're working on. And we'll continue to bring you news of special events, along with some previews, reviews and select "picks" (the recommendations kind, not the kind you use on strings; we've never had any of those printed with our logo, though we would if someone wanted to sponsor that.)
That said... contrary to appearances the last month or so, we're really NOT going back into the daily music calendar bid'ness. But there is SUCH an irresistible bridge of tunefulness from all the spring weekends of festivals until summer heat abates them, so we ARE doing full-blown music calendars through the end of the July 4th holiday.
We all know that if you rely on corporate mainstream media for your supposed news, you'd miss all these things.
Along with 'purt near everything else we bring you.
It certainly does seem like Big Corporate Media only promotes and reports on soundalike pop pablum with incongruously unnecessary vocal gymnastics... we don't do that, and we wouldn't cover that stuff even if they didn't.
But the point is, big corporate media just plain refuses things and then claims those things are "non-commercial." (Which might explain why cable news, exclusively sponsored by Big Pharma ads, is so bad.) Big media certainly refuses to cover real organic acoustic music made without loops of electrocution sound effects — from Frankenstein's lightning storm or wherever they find that annoying stuff.
So just hit the mute button on them and turn here. We cover all kinds 'o real acoustic music and offer plenty of links to hear it in our news and reviews features. And, yes, we'll feature some select picks of concerts, etc., as NEWS FEATURES, as we navigate the summer together.
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As always, we invite you to join us and to let us know what YOU are listening to, and what artists or bands just sent you swooning and need to be shared with others.
That's your part, so you'll know that a whole lot more is always coming soon — including fresh MUSIC NEWS, PREVIEWS & REVIEWS, and more additions to our massive guide to the MUSIC FESTIVALS of 2017.
Meantime, with everything happening through these festival-packed, arrival-of-summer weekends? Go get tuneful!
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What "boilerplate"? Who came up with that goofy term for the basic essential informational stuff...
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♪ The ACOUSTIC AMERICANA MUSIC GUIDE endeavors to bring you NEWS — and views of interest to artists everywhere — more specifically to musicians and the creative community and music makers and fans of acoustic and Folk-Americana music. That includes both traditional and innovative forms. From the deepest roots to today’s acoustic renaissance, that’s our beat. We provide a wealth of resources, including a HUGE catalog of acoustic-friendly venues (now undergoing a major update), and inside info on FESTIVALS and select performances in Southern California in venues from the monumentally large to the intimately small and cozy. We cover workshops, conferences, and other events for artists and folks in the music industry, and all kinds o’ things in the world of acoustic and Americana and accessible classical music. From washtub bass to musical spoons to oboe to viola to banjo to squeezebox, from Djangostyle to new-fangled-old-time string band music, from sweet Cajun fiddle to bluegrass and pre-bluegrass Appalachian mountain music to all the swamp water roots of the blues and the bright lights of where the music is headed now.
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