Patrick Ball - Legends of the Celtic Harp - Saturday, February 4, 2012, 7:30
Celtic
Legends of the Celtic Harp with Patrick Ball, Lisa Lynne & Aryeh Frankfurter
Three of the premier Celtic harpers in the world will take you deep into the myths, magic and fabled history of this most captivating instrument.
Patrick Ball is "an American master of the Irish instrument, a modern day bard." (SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE)
"Lisa Lynne's music is quite possibly the most beautiful music you have ever heard" - Windham Hill Records
"Aryeh Frankfurter is amazing" - San Francisco Chronicle
Instrumentation
Patrick Ball - Celtic Harp / Spoken Word
Aryeh Frankfurter - Nyckelharpa, Cittern, Celtic harp
Lisa Lynne - Celtic harp, Irish Bouzouki and Mandolin.
Los Boleros - Saturday February 11, 2012, 7:30
World/Dance!
Los Boleros returns for another evening of spicy hot Latin rhythms that is sure to set the place a blaze! In a time of modern music, Los Boleros stays true to the sound of an era when music was golden. Traditional Cuban son, cumbia, merengue, danzon and bolero. Take a ride to the Buena Vista Social Club! And don't miss the dance moves, spins and passion like only Los Boleros can deliver. This group always packs the house so get your tickets early!
Bud E. Luv - Saturday, February 25, 2012, 7:30
Las Vegas Comedy Lounge Act
Bud is back! With his loyal band-mates Mikey Luv and Markey Luv, Bud is a bona fide Los Vegas performer. He will charm you with his fantastic show biz tales and knock you out with his incredible vocal renditions of Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darrin and Sammy Davis, Jr., etc. Come for the exciting mix of comedy and terrific musical Generously sponsored by DeMartini Graphics.
Black Brothers - Saturday, March 3, 2012, 7:30
Celtic
Shay and Michael Black are members of Ireland's foremost family of song. Their work has been described by critics as "exquisite", "exhilarating" and "nothing short of stunning".
They are noted for their strong voices; Shay's is robust and hearty and Michael's a thrilling tenor. Their solos and close harmonies display an alloyed joy in singing and with their infectious humor, wit and great talent, the Black Brothers make it difficult for anyone to remain a spectator for long. Don't miss this great celebration of music!
The Black Brothers band consists of Bryan Seet on piano, Myra Joy on cello and Bibbi Nikles on fiddle.
Jayme Stone's Room of Wonders - Saturday March 10, 2012, 7:30
World
Two-time Juno-winning banjoist Jayme Stone makes music inspired by folk traditions from around the world. His latest album, Room of Wonders, explores music from Norway, Sweden, Bulgaria, Brazil, Italy and North America. The repertoire includes a movement from Bachʼs French Suite, a Moorish sword-fighting dance and Stoneʼs lush, edgy originals.
Stone will be touring with three extraordinary musicians: world-wise Sandra Wong on the nyckelharpa, a deeply resonant swedish keyed fiddle. Andrew Small, a classically-trained bassist who has played with Symphony Augusta and is currently finishing his Master's degree in performance at the Yale School of Music. Nick Fraser, an ever-creative and versatile drummer and composer from Toronto.
"I take back what I said about Jayme Stone."
STEVE MARTIN
"The Yo-Yo Ma of the banjo."
GLOBE AND MAIL
Bobbe Norris/Kenny Washington w/Larry Dunlap Trio - Sat Mar 17, 7:30 with The Larry Dunlap Trio
Vocal Masters
Bobbe and Kenny join forces once again, bringing the male and female sides of the jazz spectrum together for an exciting evening of superb vocal jazz. A major hit from last years’ program of concerts and a rare opportunity to hear these two very distinct and seasoned performers on the same stage. With Larry Dunlap, piano, Ruth Davies, bass and Jason Lewis, drums
Bobbe Norris is "a very hip singer who can turn a lyric like few others . . . a marvel at mellowness." –San Francisco Examiner
Kenny Washington is “the Superman of the Bay Area jazz scene, a vocalist with an exuberantly supple tenor that glides effortlessly into the stratosphere.” –San Francisco Chronicle
March Musical Mélange Celebration - Sunday, March 25, 2012, 5:00 - 8:00 PM
March Musical Mélange
This exciting concert will feature three wonderful artists who will perform for us in celebration of Spring and of Live Music! We will be featuring local/international favorites, the Curios, playing their exciting blend of alternative, original folk/rock grooves; Golden Bough, performing their wonderful original and traditional Celtic music; and Jeremy Cohen: Violin Jazz, with Larry Dunlap and Jim Kerwin playing south side Chicago violin swing.
This event will be a ball for everyone-- we will have special light dinner selections, a silent auction and great music! This show will benefit Pacifica Performances.
Special pricing for this event: General admission: $25.00, Members: $20.00 
Paul McCandless/Antonio Calogero, Saturday, March 31, 2012, 7:30
World/Jazz
This innovative world music/jazz duo features original works performed by two of the most gifted contemporary instrumentalists. Italian guitar master Antonio Calogero, hailed by the Los Angeles Times as an “evocative sound painter” teams up with Grammy Winner Paul McCandless (multi-instrumentalist and composer from the legendary group Oregon).This exceptional duo performs music that embodies the spirit of the Mediterranean, yet transcends all music boundaries. You will not want to miss this one!
http://www.paulmccandless.com/index2.html
Easter, No concert - April 7, 2012
Brooks Robertson - Saturday, April 14, 2012, 7:30 pm
Virtuoso Guitar Series (Goes Funky!)
When we first presented Brooks last year, he brought the house down with his groove, energy and blazing technique. We're bringing him back for all those new fans and for all of you who love guitar and great playing. Come check out this young legend in the making.
Hailed by prominent exponents of his instrument like Nokie Edwards, Thom Bresh, John Jorgenson and Mason Williams, the young fingerstyle guitarist embodies the creative vision of a postmodern world: It's the music that counts. Brooks utilizes his superb technical abilities to play bass, rhythm and melody simultaneously and surpass the borders of conventional genres. He merges hauntingly beautiful compositions, country rhythms and jazzy harmonies with funky licks into his very own art form – sometimes delivered with a punch, sometimes with a smile.
http://www.brooksrobertson.com
High Country - Saturday, April 21, 2012 - 7:30 pm
Bluegrass
This wonderful group will knock your socks off with great playing and terrific renditions of original and classic bluegrass tunes. If you love bluegrass, or if you want to try some Bluegrass for the first time -- don't miss them, they are the real deal!
High Country's concert will be based around selections from their newest CD entitled,"Perfect Companions". Included are songs written by band members, as well as those from the bluegrass past.
Here is what one reviewer had to say about the band:
"One of the lonesomest, hard-drivingest traditional bluegrass bands alive...High Country manages to be fresh and exciting without even the merest nod to modern music."
www.highcountrybluegrass.com/
Asia and Arabesque - Saturday, April 28, 2012 - 7:30
Belly Dance
Under the direction of Asia, the troupe composes of 3 to 40 members performing traditional, caberet and fantasy choreographies in beautiful costumes.
Asia also interprets the historical reference to snakes in her solo and troupe performances – combining the grace and mystery of live snakes into dynamic dance revues.
Arabesque Belly Dance is presenting a portion of their new show based on the live's of real female pirates. The piece is based on Sarah Lorimer's book "Booty" Girl pirates on the high seas. 
Chris Cobb Band - Saturday May 5, 2012 - 7:30
Blues
The Chris Cobb Band is a San Francisco based blues/rock band that proudly walks in the footsteps of the 80’s Blues Revival. If bands like The Fabulous Thunderbirds, ZZ Top, The Allman Brothers, and Stevie Ray Vaughan are your kind of blues, you will soon add The Chris Cobb Band to that list. They have released two full length records, 1995′s C.C.’s Blues and 2004′s Other Plans.
He will be ably joined by his son Jesse Cobb (guitar and vocals) a great talent in his own write, having played Slims, and Cafe du Nord; Glade Rasmussen (bass) who drives the low end with authority - the result of years of playing, recording and touring; Jackie Enx (drums) who came up through the L.A. rock circuit and has played with Billy Preston and Buddy Miles;
http://chriscobbband.com/
Jeremy Cohen: Violin Jazz, Saturday, May19, 2012 - 7:30
Violin Jazz
The group consists of master violinist Jeremy Cohen (founder of the group and 1st violin of the GRAMMY® nominated ensemble Quartet San Francisco), Pacifica's own, and arranger for the group Larry Dunlap, Jim Kerwin of the David Grisman Quintet on bass (also a Pacifica resident), and Dix Bruce on guitar, who beyond being a well know performer has had over 35 instructional books published by Mel Bay Publications.
With extensive experience playing, Jazz, Tango Classical, Country, Blues Rock and Funk, Cohen founded Quartet San Francisco in 2001 and has received three Grammy nominations in the "Best Classical Crossover Album" category (2006, 2007 and 2009).
http://www.violinjazz.com/detail.php?pid=22
Memorial Day, No Concert on May 26, 2012
Yaelisa & Caminos Flamencos - Saturday, June 2, 2012 - 7:30
World/Flamenco
Yaelisa is also the founder and Artistic Director of The New World Flamenco Festival, presented each year at the Irvine Barclay Theater in Irvine, California. In three years, this Festival has become the second largest and most comprehensive flamenco festival in North America, offering master classes, workshops, educational activities in conjunction with performances from visiting Spanish companies, as well as Yaelisa’s Caminos Flamencos. This is an incredibly exciting show!
http://www.caminosflamencos.com
Michael Manring - Saturday June 16, 2012 - 7:30
Molly's Revenge - Saturday June 30, 2012 - 7:30
Dynamic, Acoustic Celtic
The New Trio
With the retirement of founding member Pete Haworth, Molly's Revenge became a dynamic Celtic trio featuring David Brewer (pipes, whistles, bodhran), John Weed (fiddle), and Stuart Mason (guitar, mandola). The classic combination of bagpipes, whistle, fiddle, and song, with a backdrop of guitar, bouzouki, bodhran, and mandola, guarantees an enjoyable experience for all fans of Scottish and Irish music. Molly's Revenge has performed at many of the top folk festivals and performing arts events in the USA, and prestigious events in Australia and China. Their arrangements of traditional Celtic jigs and reels bring these dance tunes up to date with a driving, hard-edged accent that always leaves audiences shouting for more. We are very excited to present this wonderful energetic group.
http://www.mollysrevenge.com/
