Brother Buzz Band - Wednesday, December 31, 9:00 - 1:00 AM
New Year's Eve Party
Celebrate the arrival of 2009 with the danceable rock ‘n roll, rhythm and blues and funk of the fabulous Brother Buzz Band! Hors d‘oeuvres, desserts, one beverage plus champagne at midnight, all-inclusive. To purchase tickets call 650.355.1882. Admission prices: General: $40, Pacifica Performances Members: $35, Youths and children under 18: $15.
"Use What You Got" - Saturday, January 10, 2009, 7:30
Cabaret/Theater
If you like jazz, cabaret, blues, swing and show tunes, you'll love Christopher Copeland's "Use What You Got." Rich with well known standards and beautiful forgotten gems, this show stars Tori Agardi, Estelle Mays, Casey Jones Bastiaans and Thomas Stafford.
Edgar Cruz - Saturday, January 17, 2009, 7:30
Guitar Series
Named Oklahoma Gazette's, Best Performing Artist/Acoustic Guitarist, Edgar Cruz's unique skill delivers an array of genres, from Latin to Classical, and Rock to Jazz. On this evening, he will be joined by "Trailer Troubador"Antsy McCain. Eclectic and Exciting!
John Worley & Bari Bari - Saturday, January 24, 2009, 7:30
Jazz
Acclaimed trumpeter John Worley's latest project involves members of his WorlView 4.0 band plus baritone saxophonists Aaron Lington, Fil Lorenz and Geoff Roach. The music of Bari Bari is truly exhilarating and features the music of legendary Bari sax players Gerry Mulligan and Pepper Adams - as well as original music.
Slavyanka Mens Russian Chorus - Saturday, January 31, 2009, 7:30
Choral
The 25-voice a capella chorus, first formed in 1979, sings folk, classical and sacred choral music from Russia and other Eastern regions, including works by Mussorgsky, Tchaikovsky, Rachmaninov. Directed by Gregory A. Smirnov
Patrick Ball and the Medieval Beasts - Saturday, February 7, 2009, 7:30
Celtic Harp
Patrick Ball and the Medieval Beasts will take us back to the Middle Ages with "The Flame of Love," the romance of Tristan and Iseult, told with music through the vielle, harp, drum, psaltery and the singing voice. Don't miss this evening of enchantment and delight.
Tango No. 9 - Saturday, February 14, 2009, 7:30
Special Valentine's Day Concert
With it's unique instrumentation of violin, trombone, piano and accordion/bandoneon, Tango No. 9 embraces tango's seductive past and a vision of it's promised future. On this magical, romantic evening, passion will be brought to the dance floor by tango dancers, Mila Salazar and Larry Biggs.
Oakland Jazz Choir - Saturday, February 21, 2009, 7:30
Jazz Choir
Experience this multi-cultural ensemble dedicated to the education, preservation and perpetuation of vocal jazz. Thirteen vocalists singing four and six part harmonies, plus a trio of piano, bass and drums, perform a mix of traditional and contemporary jazz. Exciting!
Laurel Ensemble - Saturday, February 28, 2009, 7:30
Chamber Music
Known for passionate performances that celebrate chamber music with a range of sounds, textures, and styles, the Ensemble will perform the Gypsy inspired Brahms Piano Quartet in G minor, The Piano Trio by Jennifer Higdon and a trio by French composer Maurice Durufle.
The Woods Tea Co. - Saturday, March 7, 2009, 7:30
Folk/Bluegrass/Celtic
Wood's Tea Company is a musical group that defies categorization. They perform bluegrass, Celtic tunes, sea chanties, and folk songs with an equal ease and skill. In concert, the Vermont-based group draws on a wide variety of musical experience and expression. They employ as many as a dozen different instruments from banjos, bezoukis and bodhrans, guitars and tin whistles.
EOS Ensemble - Saturday, March 14, 2009, 7:30
Classical
The Eos Ensemble is an exciting chamber music group featuring musicians of the San Francisco Opera Orchestra. Through the intimacy of chamber music, these talented musicians thrill audiences with artistry normally reserved for the grand canvas of opera. The ensemble presents concerts of wide ranging musical styles and instrumental combinations throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.
Ed Johnson & Novo Tempo - Saturday, March 21, 2009, 7:30
World Music
Guitarist - vocalist - composer Ed Johnson's mastery of many different musical styles, coupled with a passion for harmony vocal and horn arrangements all factor into a magical blend of vibrant, original contemporary and Brazillian jazz, winning fans and airplay worldwide.
Verismo Opera - Saturday, March 28, 2009, 7:30
Classical
Come see the world's most famous opera! Verismo Opera presents Bizet's "Carmen," sung in French with English supertitles. Featuring Marsha Sims as Carmen, also starring Frederick Winthrop, Ayalet Cohn, Chris Wells, and others. Staged and directed by F. Winthrop.
Vagina Monologues - April 4, 2009
Theater
V Day is a global movement to stop violence against women and girls. Eve Ensler's Ovie Award winning play, "The Vagina Monologues" is performed across America and the World to recognize this movement. Kathy Fithian will direct this performance. Proceeds to benefit CORA, Community Overcoming Relationship Abuse, San Mateo County.
Mads Tolling - April 11, 2009, 7:30
World Music
Two time Grammy award winning Turtle Island violinist, Mads Tolling, brings his unconventional quartet to Pacifica. They present a stunning array of styles, strongly influenced by Pat Metheny, Miles Davis, 'Cannonbal'l Adderley, Bill Frisell, Led Zeppelin, with a solid twist of Americana in the mix. His quartet teams Mike Abraham, George Ban-Weiss, Eric Garland to bring to life their exciting music. All four players have re- thought their instruments in a fresh way, relying on their instincts to let the music speak for itself.
Celtic Sands with Peter Daldry - April 18, 2009, 7:30
Celtic Series
Featuring the fiddle, harp, and guitar, these versatile musicians play with energy and a love of the music--sometimes elegant and ethereal, sometimes verging on rock, Celtic Sands goes way beyond traditional Celtic. On this night, they will be joined by renowned Scotish singer/songwriter Peter Daldry, originally from Clydebank, Scotland. Peter plays guitar, mandolin and bouzouki and will share his talent and musical passion.
Houston Jones - April 25, 2009, 7:30
Americana
Houston Jones is a high energy quintet of acoustic musicians who play an original blend of folk, blues, bluegrass and gospel, driven along by the drumming of Peter Tucker and Chris Kee on bass, the guitar of Glenn Houston, the wizardry of Henry Salvia on keyboards, and the soulful vocals of Travis Jones. What separates Houston Jones from similar bands, is the high quality of the songwriting--with great hooks, melodies, and compelling lyrics. Don't miss this performance of exciting, high octane Americana!
Skyline Concert Choir - May 2, 2009, 7:30
Choir
Skyline Concert Choir, directed by Jude Navari, sings music "In Praise of the Earth" in honor of Earth Day, including Mozart's "Te Deum," selections from part one of Hayden's "The Creation," and Cat Steven's "Morning Has Broken." With special guest string quartet, led by Virginia Smedberg.
There is a special admission price for this concert of $10.00 General and $5.00 for Members, Seniors and Students. Please purchase your tickets at the door.
Morning & Jim Nichols - May 9, 2009, 7:30
Guitar/Voice
Bringing their impressive musical skills and their eclectic range of styles, Jim and Morning once again plan a great evening of entertainment featuring legendary pedal-steel guitarist, Bobby Black. Bobby has played with everyone from Dolly Parton and Barbara Mandrell to Asleep at the Wheel and Commander Cody. Bassist John Nichols and drummer Kendrick Freeman round out the band. Jazz, Blues & Roots and Western Swing, are some of the styles you will hear.
Kay Stern, Donald Runnicles and Friends - May 16, 2009, 7:30
Classical
San Francisco Opera Orchestra conductor Donald Runnicles, piano, and Concertmaster Kay Stern, with other orchestra musicians will perform works including a piano trio by Beethoven, and a lovely Piano Quartet by Brahms, in which he is calling out to Clara Schumann, with whom he was madly in love. Don't miss this chance to see Kay Stern with Donald Runnicles performing this wonderful
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Seaside Singers - May 17, 2009, Sunday, 4pm
Choir
The Seaside Singers & Friends salute Spring with music from the Renaissance to modern times, in period costumes, with guests including instrumentalists and Emmanuel Williams, who will entertain with poetry and riddles. Tom Stafford will also be on hand with old favorites. Special admission. $10.00 general, $8.00 members/seniors.
Nigerian Brothers - June 6, 2009, 7:30
World Music
Nigerian master musician Babá Ken Okulolo and his musical brothers are among the few top contemporary West African musicians with deep roots in African folk and palmwine music. This is the music they grew up with, music that was played under the moonlight. Together they bring to life their earliest village memories with harmonious voices, melodic guitars, and traditional percussion instruments. This gentle but joyously rhythmic music is a special treat for those who enjoy authentic African sounds.
"In Nigeria, music is created to help people rise above the pain and suffering of daily life, to transcend all evils with the joy of music."--Baba Ken Okulolo
Patti Wicks - June 13, 2009, 7:30
Songbird Series
Renowned pianist and vocalist, Patti Wicks, accompanied by a Bay Area favorite, Ruth Davies, will perform a concert of jazz standards and songs from the Great American Songbook,especially selections about Love in Spring, many of them by women composers. She is a gifted and lovely performer. She will be on tour all the way from Florida -- don't miss her intimate and emotional performance.
Triskela - June 20, 2009, 7:30
Celtic Series
Triskela Celtic Harp Trio plays and sings an eclectic mix of traditional Celtic music, as well as Medieval, Renaissance, Latin and original compositions. These three women find inspiration in performing together and delight in sharing the magic of the Celtic harp with others. An intriguing and unique show.
http://www.myspace.com/triskelacelticharptrio
Los Boleros - June 27, 2009, 7:30
World Music
Los Boleros returns for another evening of spicy hot Latin rhythms that is sure to set the place a blaze! The nine piece ensemble includes Ivan Chancay (vocals), Zareen (vocals), Rudy Furlan (tres
Cubano), Eugene Warren (upright bass), David Somers (tenor sax and flute), Jeannie McKenzie (violin), Dominic Cabrera (congas), Jake Lawlore (bongos) and the newest addition, fresh from Cuba, Felix Samuel (vocals). This exciting line up is sure to cause havoc on the dance floor! Imagine Ricky Ricardos Havana Tropicana. Now add to it a visual performance with dance moves, spins and passion like only Los Boleros can deliver. Get your tickets early as previous performances have been packed.
For more info or to view live videos, visit
Let the Passion Guide You!
The Verismo Opera Co. - July 11, 2009, 7:30
Opera
Il Travatore, set in 15th century Spain, has some of Verdi's most beautiful music. The story of a mysterious troubadour and Leonora, who loses her heart to him is told by three separate, intertwining sub-plots, rich with colorful history. Starring Jamie Bonetto and a full cast, costumed and staged. This production is directed by Fred Winthrop.
Blue on Green - Saturday, July 18, 2009, 7:30
Celtic Series
With electric guitars, flute, sax, acoustic bass, drums and vocals, this Celtic and Blues Rock band blends infectious beats, original songs and Rock classics, with Celtic dance tunes to keep audiences on their feet. "Blue on Green, shifts effortlessly among its myriad styles. The band encompass the style of the Grateful Dead, Irish reels and airs, folk rock, bluegrass and rocking blues”--Half Moon Bay Review
http://www.blueongreenmusic.com
Celebration Concert for Mildred Owen - Sunday, July 26, 2009, 4:00
Celebration Concert in Tribute to Mildred Owen
Performances by The Curios, Bobbe Norris & Larry Dunlap, Morning & Jim Nichols, Robyn Carmichael, John Hall, Shanna Carlson, the SanJazz Band, and more! Partake in a silent auction, enjoy live music and pay tribute to one of the grand, community treasures of Pacifica, Mildred Owen. This will be a benefit for Pacifica Performances, Mildred’s dream come true. Help us celebrate her life and keep that dream alive!
Ticket prices: $20 for members, $25 for non-members
Tickets available at the door
Golden Bough - Sunday, August 2, 2009, 3:00 pm
Celtic Series
Rooted in the traditional Celtic music of Ireland and Scotland (as well as Wales, Cornwall, The Isle of Man, French Brittany and Spanish Galicia), this trio of modern day minstrels has expanded upon these ethnic styles through the development of intriguing arrangements and original compositions. In this way, they have created a sound unique unto themselves. Backing themselves on an array of acoustic instruments (Celtic harp, guitar, octave-mandolin, mandolin, accordion, violin, penny-whistle and bodhran) they blend their voices in pristine three-part harmony and feature haunting solo vocals. In the recording studio, as well as on stage, Golden Bough captures the essence and joy of traditional music.
http://www.goldenboughmusic.com
Daniel Castro Band - Saturday, August 8, 2009, 7:30
Blues
Daniel Castro is a force on guitar. With his pure passionate sound reminiscent of B.B. King, Albert King, and Albert Collins, he is on the forefront of the Bay Area Blues Scene.
Continuously playing to a captivated audience and consistently bringing the house down, Daniel keeps his band soaring while always remaining true to his Blues roots. His style of Blues has taken him through tours of Japan and the U.S., including Chicago, New York, New Orleans, St. Louis, and Austin. He has shared the stage with John Mayall, Joe Lewis Walker, Walter "Wolfman" Washington, The Staple Singers, CJ Chenier, Long John Hunter, Tab Benoit, and many other great artists.
Daniel Castro is a legend in the making.
http://www.myspace.com/danielcastrosblues
Nancy Hall - Sing Along, Saturday, August 15, 2009, 7:30
Sing Along
Back by popular demand! Join Nancy Hall and Friends for one of their ever popular community Sing Alongs! You won't be able to resist humming, singing and tapping along on this wonderful musical evening-- No experience is required, just the desire to have fun singing your heart out on a variety of great, familiar songs in a very happy setting. Come for the Beatles, Motown and Dylan, and stay for the camaraderie, harmony and fun. Be prepared to leave with a spring in your step and a warm glow in your heart.
Songbooks provided.
http://www.thecurios.com/bio.html
Rust, Edelmann and Nagano - Saturday, August 21, 2009, 7:30
Classical
On tour from Germany, cellist Rebecca Rust and bassoonist Friedrich Edelman, with American pianist Joan Nagano, will perform works by Schiffelholz, Samuel Barber, Arthur Frackenpohl, Mendelssohn, plus Czech composer Otmar Mácha, whose "Apollon & Marsyas" was com-posed for Rust and Edelmann.
Yaelisa & Flamencos Caminos - Saturday, September 12, 2009, 7:30
World/Flamenco
Yealisa is the recipient of an Emmy Award for Choreography in 1993 for the PBS program, "Desde Cádiz a Sevilla," and a Choreography Fellowship from the National Endowment for the Arts in 1996. In 1998 Yaelisa was commissioned to choreograph and perform in the San Jose Repertory Theater's production of "Twelfth Night," with original music by Musical Director Jason McGuire and Company members. Entering its sixth successful year, she continues to present her work and those of emerging artists each month at the ODC Cafe Flamenco Series at the ODC Theater. The Company has received two major grants from the SF Arts Commission, and continues to be one of the most prolific performing arts groups in the Bay Area. In 2005, Yaelisa and her company were honored to receive an Isadora Duncan Dance Award in for excellence in the category of “Best Company Performance.”
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.
Wesla Whitfield & Mike Greensill - Sunday Afternoon, September 20, 4:00 pm
Songbird Series
Wesla Whitfield is a remarkable singer, with a deep love for that rich storehouse of musical treasures often identified as The Great American Popular Songbook.
She has been developing her skills and learning her demanding craft for a many years, and her performances reflect her great understanding of the material she sings. Her sound and approach would seem to place her somewhere in the intriguing area that borders on both jazz and that aspect of pop music which draws its material largely from the great standards and neglected gems of such as Cole Porter and Irving Berlin and Rodgers and Hart. She has the ability to involve and excite her audience and her successful concerts, from Carnegie Hall to the White House (invited by Hillary Clinton) prove it. Once again Wesla and her brilliant pianist/husband Mike Greensill will grace our stage. If you've seen them before, no doubt you'll come again and if you have never yet seen them, don't miss it!
Deirdre Lobo-D'Cunha Saturday - Octorber 3, 2009, 7:30
Classical Vocal
Born in Bombay, India, Deirdre Lobo-D’Cunha began her musical training under her mother, Celia Lobo, famous opera singer, theatre director, and Voice Teacher in India. Deirdre received her Bachelor’s of Music Degree in Vocal Performance from the University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines; Master’s Degree in Vocal Performance from the University of Colorado, Boulder, CO and a Post-Master’s Diploma in Vocal Performance from the Peabody Conservatory of Music, Baltimore, MD.
Over the years, Deirdre has performed internationally as well as in the USA as soloist and in recital. Deirdre has performed with the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra, the Bombay Chamber Orchestra, the Manila Chamber Orchestra, the Philippine Youth Orchestra, the San Francisco Concerto Orchestra, and the Sangat International Music Festival Orchestra. Deirdre has been soloist for The Messiah (Handel), The Creation (Haydn), Gloria (Vivaldi), Magnificat (Vivaldi), Christmas Cantata (J.S. Bach), Mass in G (Schubert), and the Seven Last Words of Christ (Dubois).
In 1996, Deirdre was invited to sing in Sangat an Indian International Music Festival held in Bombay and chaired by Zubin Mehta. In the Bay Area, Deirdre has performed frequently in recital with the Rossmoor Concert Series, Walnut Creek, Noontime Concerts, San Francisco, Santa Rosa Concert Series, Santa Rosa and the Community Music Center Concert Series.
Bobbe Norris with Larry Dunlap - Saturday, October 10, 2009, 7:30
Songbird Series
The right pairing of an expressive singer and a sensitive accompanist can reveal every facet of a song’s beauty, from the drama of a great lyric to the allure of a compelling harmony. Bobbe Norris’s smoky contralto and patient phrasing imbue every song she performs with character and feeling. Her husband and long-time accompanist Larry Dunlap complements her sound with almost telepathic empathy. This duo presents an exciting program of Standards from the Great American Songbook, Jazz and Brazilian music as well as original music with an intuitive communication that can only come from years of performing together. Their music is sensitively arranged and adventurous, making for performances that are full of surprises.
High Country - Saturday, October17, 2009, 7:30
Bluegrass
Back by popular demand! If you love the down home country sound of Bluegrass, then don't miss this fantastic band. Join Larry Cohea, Bob Waller, Glenn Dauphin, Butch Waller, Jim Mintin and Tom Bekeny will kick it up right here in Pacifica!
Strongly influenced by the classic styles of Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs and the Stanley Brothers, the band's blend of banjo, mandolin, fiddle, guitar and bass delivers the upbeat excitement of true bluegrass music. High Country's show offers a vital mix of powerful originals and standards, from blues to breakdowns to gospels sung in close harmony. With driving rhythm, skillful picking and soulful singing, High Country brings the energy and experience of six seasoned professionals to this spirited American art form.
Richard Smith and Julie Adams - Saturday, October 24, 2009, 7:30
Guitar Series
Guitarist, Richard Smith has toured around the world, surprising audiences everywhere with his genius, showcasing a repertoire spanning an incredible range of musical styles from country, bluegrass, mainstream jazz, Gypsy jazz, modern pop and rock, to classical guitar. Together with his cellist/wife, Julie Adams, who is an award winning musician, they tackle anything and everything on the musical platter, delighting audiences with an eclectic mix of Julie's lyrical style and Richard's flawless technique. They will be celebrating the release of their latest CD together- including vocals! Don't miss this incredible pair. You'll love the show.
Back by popular demand.
Sean Weaver Trio - Blues Band & More - Saturday, November 7, 2009, 7:30
Guitar Series/Blues
Some of you may remember when Sean played with Morning and Jim Nichols in 2007. This young gifted guitarist was a definite crowd pleaser with his incredible guitar technique, smokin' blues licks and Chet Atkins picking. So many folks asked about him, that we've brought him back to the hall for his own concert! This night, he will have Jim Nichols on bass, Kent Bryson on drums and the band will feature Sean's great blues groove. If you love blues and want to enjoy a great Nashville player, come on over and check this one out!
Celia Malheiros -Saturday, November 14, 2009, 7:30
Brazilian
Come celebrate the new CD release of Celia Malheiros brazilian singer,composer and multi-instrumentalist and the tRIO. From the most sophisticated jazz harmonies and improvisations to folkloric and indigenous sounds of Brazil, this eclectic power tRIO has created a category of their own in the music realm. Thomas Clausen, (Denmark) piano--Miles Davis, Gary Burton, Dexter Gordon, Dizzy Gillespie, Joe Henderson, Stan Getz, Chet Baker... Thomas has received numerous awards including the Danish Grammy for "Cafe Noir" ( 1990) with Gary Burton. Carlos Malta( Brazil) woodwinds a multi- instrumentalist virtuoso in all saxophones and flutes. He has performed and recorded with Edu Lobo, Hermeto Pascoal, Arturo Sandoval, Ivan Lins, Caetano Veloso, and Gilberto Gil.
"In Rio it is very common to sit outside by the ocean around a table. While you are eating and drinking someone starts to do a rhythm on a table or on a wooden matchbox, and then music fills the air! My mother loved to sing in such gatherings and since my early days I would enjoy listening and later on playing in such a spontaneous environment." Celia Malheiros
Lavay Smith - Saturday November 21, 2009, 7:30
Songbird Series
Lavay Smith & Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers are one of the top swingin' Jazz and Blues bands in the world. Sultry chanteuse Lavay Smith evokes a sensuous era of Jazz queens and sexy pinups and adds a modern, feminist twist. Her debut CD received widespread critical acclaim and became a smash hit; her second CD received a prestigious 4 1/2 star review from Downbeat Magazine and remained on the Billboard Jazz Charts for 20 straight weeks. With her hot band, she will celebrate the release of her new sizzling CD, "Miss Smith to You!"
"As close to the real deal as you can get."
– The New York Press
"I love this band-they're great!" -- President Bill Clinton
http://www.lavaysmith.com
Mildred Owen Poetry Festival - Sunday, November 22, 2009, 2:00 pm
Poetry
The Pacifica Poetry Festival presents California Poet Laureate emeritus Al Young, a world- renowned author and popular teacher, as the featured reader. Rod Clark and other Pacifica poets will also read. Music by the “Green Tea" band.
Special Admission: $10,
Skyline Choir - Sunday, May 2, 4:00 pm
Skyline Concert Choir
The program, “Comfort and Joy,” brings us comforting and joyful seasonal music, with classical music settings of the soothing “The Lord is My Shepherd” (Psalm 23) and Kirke Mechem’s “Seven Joys of Christmas” (A Sequence of Carols), as well as traditional holiday music.
Special Admission: $5, $10
Seaside Singers - Friday Evening, December 11, 2009, 7:30
Choral Music
Seaside Singers & Friends Fourth Annual “Festival of Holiday Music,” featuring joyous music for the whole family, with lively songs from the Renaissance in period costume and modern holiday favorites. A sing-along of seasonal music will round out the evening.
Special Admission: $5 general, $8 family.
Tickets are available at the door, which opens at 7:00 pm. before the show on Saturday night.
Come early to have best choice of seating.
The Curios - Saturday December 12, 2009, 7:30
Alternative Pop
The Curios' annual Winter Concert has become the highlight of the holiday season for many of their fans. Always new, always original; expect the unexpected! Singer/songwriter Nancy Hall and her wonderful band provide a guaranteed great night out. The music is original, eclectic and acoustic and can range from cabaret to reggae, folk-funk to...arty and indescribable! Nancy writes the songs and sings while switching between guitar, ukulele, dulcimer, drums and xylophone. She is accompanied by her long-time collaborator, Lee Parvin, who is an innovative piano player and singer himself. CD release party!
http://www.thecurios.com/
Golden Bough - Sunday, December 20, 2009, 4:00 pm
Celtic Series
Rooted in the traditional Celtic music of Ireland and Scotland (as well as Wales, Cornwall, The Isle of Man, French Brittany and Spanish Galicia), this trio of modern day minstrels has expanded upon these ethnic styles through the development of intriguing arrangements and original compositions. In this way, they have created a sound unique unto themselves. Backing themselves on an array of acoustic instruments (Celtic harp, guitar, octave-mandolin, mandolin, accordion, violin, penny-whistle and bodhran) they blend their voices in pristine three-part harmony and feature haunting solo vocals. In the recording studio, as well as on stage, Golden Bough captures the essence and joy of traditional music.
New Year's Party with Brother Buzz Dance Band - New Year's Eve, 9:00 - 1:00
New Year's Eve Party!
Celebrate the arrival of 2010 with Pacifica Performances! Dance to the beat of The Brother Buzz Band -- rock ‘n roll, rhythm and blues, funk and ballads too-- Great food -- Hot and cold hors d‘oeuvres, various delectable desserts, one beverage plus champagne at midnight, all-inclusive. To purchase tickets call 650.355.1882. Admission prices: General: $40, Pacifica Performances Members: $35, Youths and children under age 18: $15.
Please contact our office at 650-355-1882 to purchase your admission. If you get a recording when you call, leave your phone number and name for a return call. When you get your call back, let us know if you have friends also attending with whom you'd like to be seated. Everyone will be seated at tables for this event. Please Note: The office will close a few days around Christmas, so rest assured you will get a call back after Monday Dec. 28, if not sooner.
La Traviata - Verismo Opera, Saturday January 9, 2010, 7:30 pm
Opera
Join us for La Traviata by Giuseppi Verdi, sung in Italian with English supertitles, fully staged and costumed. The cast is: Violetta, Eliza O'Malley (pic); Alfredo, Darron Flagg; Germont, Chris Wells: Flora, MaryAnne Stanislaw. Conducted by Corey Wilkins Accompaniment by Margaret Kapasi; Staged by Frederick Winthrop; Scenery by Roger Smith.
Tickets are available at the door, which opens at 7:00 pm. before the show on Saturday night.
Come early to have best choice of seating.
The Flipsides - Saturday January 16, 2010, 7:30
Classic Rock/Pop/R&B - Dance!
The Flipsides are a powerhouse trio, with hot three-part vocal harmonies that do justice to the classic vocal arrangements of The Beatles, The Eagles, The Beach Boys, Steely Dan and more. Performing classic rock, pop, r&b, and blues, The Flipsides bring high energy and musicality to every performance. These guys are great--Don't forget to bring your dancin' shoes!
George Cole & Vive Le Jazz - Saturday January 23, 2010, 7:30
Swing - Dance!
George Cole's superbly crafted and melodically sophisticated original music reminds us of the best of George Gershwin, Johnny Mercer and Cole Porter. His approach to guitar sounds like a cross between Django Reinhardt and vintage Les Paul. His crooning vocals evokes the same emotion as an early Frank Sinatra or Harry Connick Jr. His songs have a Jazz Age, Swing Era, and Gypsy Jazz rhythm that will make you want to move your feet and get up and dance!
"A scintillating blend of the euberant styling of Django Reinhardt's gypsy jazz and the craft of the Great American Songbook. An elegant, entertaining and whimsical show that is perfect for audiences of all aes, and fans of the classic songs and gypsy jazz both old and new." Daniel Swan (Swan Entertainment)
Los Boleros - Saturday January 30, 2010, 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!
Will Durst - Saturday, February 6, 2010, 7:30
Comedy
Outraged and outrageous, Durst is as current as today’s headlines, as accurate as a sniper, and universally acknowledged by even his peers as the nation’s foremost political comic. Reigning as C-SPAN’s favorite comic (8 appearances,) Durst is a 5-time Emmy nominee and recipient of 7 consecutive nominations for the American Comedy Awards Stand Up of the Year. He is the first comic invited to perform at Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government and the first American to be nominated for the prestigious Perrier Award at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival for the show “Myth America.” He has racked up more than 400 television appearances in 14 different countries while slinging jokes around the globe in his one man crusade to make people laugh out loud on purpose against their will. Opening the show will be the improve duo, Deb and Mike.
Wall of Blues - Saturday, February 13, 2010, 7:30
A Valentine's Evening of Blues!
Wall of Blues brings together a powerful six piece mix of veteran musicians dedicated to hard hitting blues, classic soul and R&B aimed to get crowd movin' and the dance floor groovin'! These guys will put it down solid for you blues lovers-- You'll groove to Joe "Mojo" Flambo - Harmonica/Vocals, Jeff Miles - guitar, Peter "the Mayor" Loeb - sax/keys, "Jersey" Jim Nestor - Lead Vocals, "Flyin" Brian Reynolds - Bass/Vocals, Mike "The Machine" Winder - Percussion. Be sure to bring your Valentine.
Come for the blues, stay for the dancing!
Bud E. Luv - Saturday, February 20, 2010, 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. Special guest star Shana Morrison (Van Morrison’s daughter) with her unique, wide ranging voice will join the band for even more fireworks! Come for the exciting mix of comedy and terrific musical Generously sponsored by DeMartini Graphics.
Patrick Ball - Saturday, February 27, 2010, 7:30
Celtic
Patrick Ball is one of the premier Celtic harp players in the world and a captivating spoken word artist. In playing the ancient, legendary brass-strung harp of Ireland with its crystalline, bell-like voice, and in performing marvelous tales of wit and enchantment, he not only brings new life to two cherished traditions, but blends them in concert to create “a richly theatrical and hauntingly beautiful performance.”
Pamela Rose - Saturday, March 6, 2010, 7:30
Swing/Blues/Caberet
CD release of Wild Women of Song! San Francisco vocalist Pamela Rose celebrates the contributions of women songwriters – particularly those of the Tin Pan Alley and classic blues eras -- by adding projected images and storytelling to her always electrifying performance. Backed by an amazing ensemble of Bay Area favorites Tammy Hall, Ruth Davies, bass; Kent Bryson, drums; Jeff Massanari, guitar; and Kris Strom, sax, Rose delivers a exciting multi-media performance.
Eager to bring these women and their music into the limelight, Pamela Rose has just released a new CD (Wild Women of Song) that is not only spreading the word about these writers, but is proving to be a breakthrough work for Rose herself . "This has been by far the most creatively satisfying project I've ever been associated with,” Rose says. "I can't wait to introduce folks to these gals!"
For more information about the Wild Women Project, go to:
www.wildwomenofsong.com\
Tango #9 - Saturday March 13, 2010, 7:30
Tango - Dance!
Originated in 1998, Tango Number 9 has evolved into a critically acclaimed ensemble performing their passionate style of tango at milongas, festivals, concert halls, and clubs across the Western United States. With it's unique instrumentation of violin, trombone, piano and accordion/bandoneon, Tango No. 9 embraces tango's seductive past and a vision of it's promised future. Don't miss this magical, romantic evening!
Tickets are available at the door, which opens at 7:00 pm. before the show on Saturday night.
Come early to have best choice of seating.
Houston Jones - Saturday, March 20, 2010, 7:30
Americana
Houston Jones is a high energy quintet of acoustic musicians who play an original blend of folk, blues, bluegrass and gospel, driven along by the drumming of Peter Tucker and Chris Kee on bass, the guitar of Glenn Houston, the wizardry of Henry Salvia on keyboards, and the soulful vocals of Travis Jones. What separates Houston Jones from similar bands, is the high quality of the songwriting--with great hooks, melodies, and compelling lyrics. Don't miss this performance of exciting, high octane Americana!
The Sea Has Many Voices - April 10, 2010, 7:30
The Sea Has Many Voices
The sea is a constant, ever-changing accompaniment to our lives on the Pacific coast. “The Sea Has Many Voices” is multi-media concert will celebrate the sea through song, music, poetry, dance and video. Performers will include the Seaside Singers; Nancy Hall; Savannah Jo Lack, a brilliant Australian singer/songwriter/violinist; Anita Frykberg, a professional dancer; and poets Katharine Harer, Jim Le Cuyer and Emmanuel Williams. A rich evening is promised.
Program directed by Emmanuel Williams.
Proceeds will go to the Mildred Owen Concert Hall.
Special admission: $10 members, seniors and students; $15 general admission
Purchase six tickets in advance to reserve a table -- call our office: 650-355-4535 by Friday, 12 noon before the concert, or get tickets at the door starting at 7:00 p.m. Come early for best seating.
Kay Stern - April 17, 2010, 7:30
Kay Stern
Currently Concertmaster of the San Francisco Opera Orchestra, Kay Stern received her bachelor's, master's and doctorate from the Juilliard School of Music. A featured artist on television and radio, Ms. Stern has appeared on PBS's "Live from Lincoln Center," CNN's "Women Today," "A Prairie Home Companion," "St. Paul Sunday Morning," and Robert Sherman's "Listening Room and has toured and coached extensively throughout the United States, Europe, and Asia. She continues to be an avid chamber musician and maintains a busy schedule of recitals, performances, teaching, and recording. Her chamber music recordings can be heard on Phillips, Nonesuch, MusicMasters, Innova, Koch International, and Grammavision.
She will be playing with Elizabeth Prior viola, Thalia Moore cello and Gwen Mok piano. They will play 3 piano quartets by Brahms, Robert Schumann and Clara Schumann. Follow the "More Details" link to learn more about the pieces to be played.
Tickets are available at the door, which opens at 7:00 pm. before the show on Saturday night.
Come early to have best choice of seating.
Skyline Concert Choir - Sunday, May 2, 4:00 pm
Choral Music
Celebrate our connection to our ancestors, both biological and spiritual, in "Generations." The varied program includes soothing classical music by Handel and Brahms, Alice Parker's passionate Irish folk song arrangements, and Kenneth Jennings's haunting Native American Songs. Also included is relevant popular and Broadway music. Special admission $10 adult, $8 member/senior/student.
Peter Daldry - Saturday, May 8, 2010, 7:30
Celtic
Peter Daldry comes from the small industrial town of Clydebank, eight miles west of Glasgow Scotland. A town situated on the banks of the River Clyde, famous for its shipbuilding, birth of the Queen Mary and the Queen Elizabeths. With a voice brimming over with passion and power, Peter sings older traditional songs along with new self-penned songs culled from the history of his hometown of Clydebank, Scotland.
Peter will be playing with Chris Scott Cooper- Lead guitars and backing vocals, Tony Bishop- Irish whistle and Low D whistle plus backing vocals and himself playing guitars, Mandolin, Bouzouki and Lead vocals.
The audience can expect to hear some well known Irish/Scottish traditional ballads along with self penned songs as well as some rousing tune sets delivered with power and passion. Audience participation is welcome in the singalong and clapalong songs!
Discover for yourself a voice that is the "real deal" -- ready to stand center stage in the spotlight.
Tickets are available at the door, which opens at 7:00 pm. before the show on Saturday night.
Come early to have best choice of seating.
MOJazz Band - Saturday, June 5, 2010, 7:30
Big Band Swing - Dance!
Mildred Owen Hall’s own house big band plays great swing music from the 30s and 40s to dance to, or just to listen and groove to if you prefer. Your low-priced ticket includes free dance lessons by instructor Chuck Dee starting at 7:10, so come early! Purchase six tickets in advance to reserve a table by calling our office: 650-355-4535 by Friday, 12 noon before the concert. Special Admission $10-$12. Tickets also available at the door starting at 7:00. Come early for best seating. All proceeds benefit Pacifica Performances.
Duck Baker - June 12, 2010, 7:30
Fingerstyle Guitar Series
DUCK BAKER is one of the most highly regarded fingerstyle guitarists of his generation. He is unique among jazz guitarists in that his repertoire spans the entire history of the music from ragtime through swing to modern masters like Thelonious Monk and Herbie Nichols to free improvisation. Baker’s devotion to American music also encompasses more traditional forms like blues, gospel, and Appalachian music and its Scots-Irish ancestry. This catholicism has been likened to Europeans who perform the classical repertoire from renaissance through to modern music.
Golden Bough, June 19, 2010, 7:30
Celtic Series
Rooted in the traditional Celtic music of Ireland and Scotland (as well as Wales, Cornwall, The Isle of Man, French Brittany and Spanish Galicia), this trio of modern day minstrels has expanded upon these ethnic styles through the development of intriguing arrangements and original compositions. In this way, they have created a sound unique unto themselves. Backing themselves on an array of acoustic instruments (Celtic harp, guitar, octave-mandolin, mandolin, accordion, violin, penny-whistle and bodhran) they blend their voices in pristine three-part harmony and feature haunting solo vocals. In the recording studio, as well as on stage, Golden Bough captures the essence and joy of traditional music.
http://www.goldenboughmusic.com
John Worley and Bari Bari, June 26, 2010, 7:30
Jazz
Acclaimed trumpeter John Worley's exciting project Bari Bari includes baritone saxophonists Aaron Lington, Kristen Strom, Geoff Roach, Johnnie Bamont plus members of his WorlView 4.0 band Murray Low, Tom Bockhold and Paul van Wageningen. Bari Bari is truly exhilarating, and features music from the libraries of baritone saxophonists Gerry Mulligan and Pepper Adams as well as repertoire from the Be-Bop, Hard Bop, West Coast Cool eras. Fun and exciting, John's ensemble always brings the hottest creative sounds to our stage.
http://www.johnworley.com/
Jerome Malaval & Jim Nichols, Saturday, July 17, 2010, 7:30
Guitar Series
Direct from his home town of Lyon, France, this guitarist will once again grace our stage with his lightening fast technique. Always entertaining, he will honor the music of Jerry Reed and Chet Atkins, ably accompanied by Jim Nichols, his long time friend. Come enjoy a tribute to this great American music,performed by this talented guitarist.
Chet Atkins said of Jerome: "He plays like he is double-parked!"
Tickets are available at the door, which opens at 7:00 pm. before the show on Saturday night.
Come early to have best choice of seating.
www.jeromemalaval.com
Jeremy Cohen's Violinjazz Band - Saturday, July 24, 2010, 7:30
ViolinJazz
Jeremy Cohen's Violinjazz Band has released a new CD entitled "The Music Of Eddie South"
This new CD pays homage to the "Dark Angel of the Violin" Eddie South, who's name and music aren’t known to all violin-loving musicians, historians, and seasoned music buffs. South would have been poised to be one of the great classical violinists of his time had it not been for the dreadful inequality apparent during the 1930s-1950s. Jeremy Cohen's Violinjazz breathes new life into Eddie South’s works, by both paying homage to South’s solo styles as well as adding their own improvisations. 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.
Violinist composer and arranger Jeremy Cohen is a native of the San Francisco Bay Area, completed violin studies Anne Crowden and Itzhak Perlman. Active as both a jazz and classical Violinist, Cohen has served on the faculties of the Stanford Jazz Workshop, The Jazz School in Berkeley CA and the Henry Mancini Institute in Los Angeles.
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).
Join Jeremy Cohen and the band to pay tribute to one of the great Classical/ Romantic and Jazzy violinists of all time, Eddie South.
Mildred Owen Celebration Concert, August 1, Sunday Afternoon, 4:00
Mildred's 2nd Annual Celebration Concert!
Join us for our 2nd annual concert to honor Mildred Owen, our former artistic director and co-founder. This special afternoon will feature some tremendous talent! Taking the stage this year will be nationally known political comedian Will Durst, celebrated vocalist Wesla Whitfield & pianist Mike Greensill; San Francisco Opera Orchestra Concertmaster Kay Stern and pianist Joan Nagano; plus more! Light dinner fare will be available for purchase. Don't miss this extraordinary event!
Yaelisa & Flamencos Caminos - Saturday, August 7, 2010, 7:30
World/Flamenco
Yealisa is the recipient of an Emmy Award for Choreography in 1993 for the PBS program, "Desde Cádiz a Sevilla," and a Choreography Fellowship from the National Endowment for the Arts in 1996. In 1998 Yaelisa was commissioned to choreograph and perform in the San Jose Repertory Theater's production of "Twelfth Night," with original music by Musical Director Jason McGuire and Company members. Entering its sixth successful year, she continues to present her work and those of emerging artists each month at the ODC Cafe Flamenco Series at the ODC Theater. The Company has received two major grants from the SF Arts Commission, and continues to be one of the most prolific performing arts groups in the Bay Area. In 2005, Yaelisa and her company were honored to receive an Isadora Duncan Dance Award in for excellence in the category of “Best Company Performance.”
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.
http://www.caminosflamencos.com
Adam Rafferty with guest, Frank Markovich, Saturday, August 21, 2010, 7:30
Fingerstyle Guitar Series
Adam Rafferty (a.k.a. “Raf”) has played as a fi rst-call guitarist with the greatest musicians on the planet at countless music festivals (US and Europe), concert halls with Dr. Lonnie Smith, The Dizzy Gillespie Big Band, L.A. Studio legend Bennie Wallace, bassist Bob Cranshaw from the original Saturday Night Live band, to name a few. Among Adam’s musical innovations is the ability to play 2 simultanoeous melodies on the guitar and do hip hop flavored “human beatbox” with his mouth at the same time. His solo versions of Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean” and Stevie Wonder’s “Superstition” are his most popular and requested songs and can be heard on YouTube as well. The groove will make you jump out of your seat!
Frank Markovich has performed with Boz Scaggs and Carlos Santana and taught guitar in the Bay Area for over 40 years Together, these two guitarists bring a world of technique and professionalism to our stage in a concert that you will not want to miss.
His solo versions of Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean” and Stevie Wonder’s “Superstition” are his most popular and requested songs and can be heard on YouTube as well.
www.adamrafferty.com
Shanna Carlson - Saturday, August 28, 2010, 7:30
Caberet
Swinging vocalist Shanna Carlson sings the songs of Argentinian born composer/guitarist Hugo Wainzinger and lyricist Ken McKenzie, celebrating the new album "Lost in Your Eyes"... a spicey blend of swing, samba, ballad and pop-influenced songs. Shanna will be backed by the superb Hugo Wainzinger Quartet with David Udolf, piano; David Belove on Bass and Jim Zimmerman on Drums
“Shanna has a beautiful voice with a smoky-sultry
edge and a dramatic presence that's exceptional among singers. She makes a classic lyric come alive...an artist who constantly surprises you with new things and interesting twists on old standards" Robert Tate, JAZZ NOW
Christopher Costanza & Friends, Saturday, September 11, 2010, 7:30
Classical
The program will feature three interestingly varied works from the first quarter of the 20th century. Erwin Schulhoff's Duo is a wonderfully crafted work showcasing the violin and cello through exhilarating Eastern European dance elements contrasted with poignantly beautiful singing lines. The Rachmaninoff Sonata pulls the listener into the distinctively romantic style of the composer, filled with gorgeous melodic lines and brilliantly virtuosic writing for the piano. And Ravel's genius for orchestration is fully evident in his Piano Trio, through his use of seemingly endless color possibilities and a vocal approach to his unique melodic writing.
Debra Fong, violin
Christopher Costanza, cello
Christine McLeavey, piano
Thomas Stafford and Friends- Saturday, September 18, 2010, 7:30
Pop
Thomas Stafford and Friends (Tim Cohn & Irene Gallardo, vocals: Newlin Rankin, drums and vocals; Owen Smith bass and vocals) will bring a host of favorite pop, lite jazz and original favorites to Mildred Owen Concert Hall. Thomas has been a part of a variety of top-notch performances fin our hall and this one will be no exception. Tom delivers the goods with his spirited, energetic piano playing and his wonderful vocals. You'll enjoy music from Bacharach/David to Motown, plus original surprises. This will be a great show, with something for everyone!
Oakland Jazz Choir, Saturday, October 2, 2010, 7:30
Oakland Jazz Choir
Accompanied by their tasty trio, the Oakland Jazz Choir delivers exquisite 4, 5 and 6 part harmonies performing original and contemporary arrangements that include “Minuano” by Pat Metheny, “Bernie’s Tune” by Bernie Miller and a haunting arrangement of Billie Holiday’s “Don’t Explain,” Please join us for a truly unique vocal jazz experience.
Daniel Calstro Blues Band, Saturday, October 9, 2010, 7:30
Blues
Daniel Castro is a force on guitar. With his pure passionate sound reminiscent of B.B. King, Albert King, and Albert Collins, he is on the forefront of the Bay Area Blues Scene.
Continuously playing to a captivated audience and consistently bringing the house down, Daniel keeps his band soaring while always remaining true to his Blues roots. His style of Blues has taken him through tours of Japan and the U.S., including Chicago, New York, New Orleans, St. Louis, and Austin. He has shared the stage with John Mayall, Joe Lewis Walker, Walter "Wolfman" Washington, The Staple Singers, CJ Chenier, Long John Hunter, Tab Benoit, and many other great artists.
Daniel Castro is a legend in the making.
High Country, Saturday, October 16, 2010, 7:30
Bluegrass
High Country's concert will be based around selections from their new 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."
Celia Malheros, Saturday, October 23, 2010, 7:30
Brazilian Jazz
This Rio de Janeiro born multi-instrumentalist/singer/composer brings the exciting and colorful Brazilian music she is famous for back to the hall, with guests musicians, bassist Buca Necak and percussionist Mestre Beicola.
For the past 5 years, composer, singer, multi-instrumentalist Celia Malheiros has been touring the world taking her music to: Asia, Scandinavia, Europe and South America and now her hometown, Pacifica. Born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Celia has been performing and living in the U.S. for thirty years. Her performances and works include: recordings with Hermeto Pascoal on her CD “Sempre Crescendo” and João Bosco on her CD “Cenario Brasileiro,” with Thomas Clausen and Carlos Malta on her new CD “After The Carnaval” performing at festivals around the world and opening for Ray Charles and Carlos Santana. She has also composed sound tracks for film, video and theater. For thirteen years, Celia was the Director of the Brazilian All Star Big Band for the San Francisco Carnaval Ball.
Opera, Saturday, October 30, 2010, 7:30
Opera
Verdi’s sad, but colorful tale of Jester “Rigoletto” has full staging, costumes, chorus and supertitles; musical director Frederick Winthrop stars as Duca; Rigoletto-Christopher Wells; Gilda-Jaime Bonetto; Sparafucile-Daymon Passmoor; Maddalena-Marsha Sims.
Four Shillings Short, Saturday, November 6, 2010, 7:30
Celtic / World
Rooted in Celtic and American Folk, inspired by Indian Raga and Ethnic idioms, this duo will take you on a diverse and inventive musical adventure. This duo consists of Aodh Óg Ó Tuama, (vocals, tin whistles, doumbek, spoons, gemshorn, bowed psaltery, recorders, and crumhorn) and Christy Martin (vocals, hammered dulcimer, mandolin, mandola and bouzouki, banjo, North Indian Sitar, guitar, charango, bowed psaltery and bodhran.) Aodh was born in Cork, Ireland. After studing Medieval and Renaissance music in college, he received a music fellowship to study at Stanford University. Christy is a multi-instrumentalist and vocalist and teamed up with Aodh, musically and personally, to create Four Shillings Short!
John Worley - Morning Nichols Birthday Concert, Saturday, November 13, 2010, 7:30
Birthday Concert
Come celebrate with John Worley and Morning Nichols as they take off on their most excellent birthday adventure. Joining them will be special guests Jim Nichols, John Nichols, Celia Malherios, Murray Low, Aaron Lington, Fil Lorenz, Charlie Keagle, Paul VW and other mysterious musical folks. There will be homemade cake, champagne, wine, snacks available and a evening of song and musical surprises.
John and Morning have been friends, shared a musical connection and many stage performances for 30 years. They both love to play Mildred Owens Concert Hall which is intimate, comfortable, has great sound, beautiful art on the walls and a most excellent piano!! (signed by Mel Torme and and others).
Come and enjoy the musical adventure with John and Morning!
Lavay Smith, Saturday, November 20, 2010, 7:30
JumpSwing
Lavay Smith is internationally recognized as The Queen Of Classic Jazz & Blues in the authentic style of the 1940's and 1950's. Lavay's last album received a prestigious 4 & 1/2 Star review in Downbeat magazine. This show is always one of our most popular-- If you've never caught them before, don't miss the chance to see and hear this incredible band with the one and only Miss Smith!
“Outstanding...the real deal. Unlike some retro-swing outfits that put posturing above musicianship, Smith and her red-hot musicians are schooled in the nuances of blues, swing, and bop.”
---Lee Hildebrand, East Bay Express
aturday - December 4, 2010, 7:30
Gypsy Jazz
"Hot Club, Cool Yule!"
Fire up your holidays with Hot Club Cool Yule, a swinging gypsy wagon trip to the North Pole featuring many of your favorites and some rarer seasonal gems. Performed by Le Jazz Hot (the Quartet of the Hot Club of San Francisco) in their inimitable style, reminiscent of Django Reinhardt and the Hot Club of France, this dazzling holiday offering has something for everyone. From the reflective "I Wonder as I Wander" to "Sugar Rum Cherry" it's a night for the whole family. Make this season bright with the flames of gypsy jazz!
Skyline Concert Choir and Dance- Sunday, December 5, 2010, 4:00 pm
Choir
Come hear holiday choral music about dancing in “Tomorrow Will Be My Dancing Day.” The program includes Elgar’s “From the Bavarian Highlands,” seasonal carols (both traditional and contemporary), folksongs, oratorio selections and opera choruses. The second half features a collaboration with dancers in Victorian costumes, choreographed and directed by Skyline Dance instructor Diana Cushway.
Please get your tickets at the door, starting at 3:30 when doors open.
The Curios - Saturday, December 11, 2010, 7:30
Original/Alternative
In what is always one of the year's musical highlights, The Curios ( Nancy Hall, Lee Parvin and Friends ) perform their 13th annual Winter Concert
after a very successful year debuting their newest CD "Pillow Book", and getting signed by a record Label!
If you've never seen them, you must check out their always fresh, original and fun acoustic-based folk-funk-cabaret!
http://www.thecurios.com
Golden Bough - Sunday Afternoon, December 19, 2010, 4:00 pm
Christmas in a Celtic Land
Golden Bough returns to perform a joyful Celtic Christmas and New Year concert! Featuring rare carols from Ireland and Scotland and plenty of Olde World cheer in celebration of the Winter Season.
Brother Buzz Band - Friday, December 31, 9:00 - 1:00 AM
NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTY with the BROTHER BUZZ BAND!
Celebrate the arrival of 2011 with Pacifica Performances! Dance to the beat of The Brother Buzz Band -- rock ‘n roll, rhythm and blues, funk and ballads too-- Great food -- Hot and cold hors d‘oeuvres, various delectable desserts, one beverage plus champagne at midnight, all-inclusive. To purchase tickets call 650.355.1882. Admission prices: General: $45, Pacifica Performances Members: $40, Youths and children under age 18: $15.
Advance reservations recommended!
Please contact our office at 650-355-1882 to purchase your admission. If you get a recording when you call, leave your phone number and name for a return call. When you get your call back, let us know if you have friends also attending with whom you'd like to be seated. Everyone will be seated at tables for this event. Please Note: The office will close a few days around Christmas, so rest assured you will get a call back after Tuesday Dec. 28.
Los Boleros - Saturday, January 15, 2011 - 7:30
Richard Smith - Saturday, January 22, 2011 - 7:30
Virtuoso Guitar Series
This amazing guitarist’s ever- changing repertoire includes Scott Joplin Rags, Sousa marches, Mozart, fiddle tunes, Chet Atkins tunes, Django gypsy jazz, Bach, Beatles and beautiful ballads. You can visit his website here:
richardsmithmusic.com
Bobbe Norris, Kenny Washington with Larry Dunlap Trio- Saturday, January 29, 2011, 7:30 pm
http://www.jazzwest.com/fourdirections/
http://www.kennywashingtonvocalist.com/
Will Durst - Saturday, February 5, 2011, 7:30
Comedy
Outraged and outrageous, Durst is as current as today’s headlines, as accurate as a sniper, and universally acknowledged by even his peers as the nation’s foremost political comic. Reigning as C-SPAN’s favorite comic (8 appearances,) Durst is a 5-time Emmy nominee and recipient of 7 consecutive nominations for the American Comedy Awards Stand Up of the Year. He is the first comic invited to perform at Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government and the first American to be nominated for the prestigious Perrier Award at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival for the show “Myth America.” He has racked up more than 400 television appearances in 14 different countries while slinging jokes around the globe in his one man crusade to make people laugh out loud on purpose against their will. Opening the show will be the improve duo, Deb and Mike.
Special Price for this concert is $25 for Non-Members and $20.00 for Members. Click "buy button" below.
NOTE: Tickets for children and youths under age 18 years are $15.00 and must be purchased at the door, or paid for in advance by check, and received by our office no later than Thursday, Feb. 3, 2011.
http://www.willdurst.com/
Two Violins and One Viola - Saturday, February 19, 2010, 7:30
Two Violins and One Viola
Violinists Debra Fong and Robin Sharp join forces with violist Sharon Wei in this rarely-programmed formation of two violins and one viola to present Dvorak's Terzetto and Kodaly's Serenade, along with duos by Mozart and Prokofiev. All three musicians are members of the Stanford University faculty, have held prestigious positions in various orchestras, and have been featured guest artists on numerous concert series in North America and Europe.
Brooks Robertson - Saturday, February 26, 2011 - 7:30 pm
Virtuoso Guitar Series (Goes Funky!)
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.
This will be Brooks' debut concert for Pacifica Performances and we are thrilled to welcome him. Don't miss this exciting, young performer.
http://www.brooksrobertson.com
Trio Garufa - Tango - Saturday, March 5, 2011, 7:30 pm
Tango
Trio Garufa is an international ensemble dedicated to performing authentic Argentine music. They have performed across Argentina, Canada and the US (Including a recent performance in Chicago Symphony Hall). Trio Garufa performs Classic Argentine Tangos from the golden era (30's- 50's) as well as Argentine Folkloric Music (Chacarera, Zamba, Guarania, Gato, Chamamé) and modern Tangos from Piazzolla as well as their original compositions. Their music is exciting, virtuosic, and rooted in the dance. They are the only Tango ensemble in the US to have performed extensively in the Milongas (Tango Dance Clubs) of Buenos Aires. They will pair this performance with professional Tango dancers to show the thrill and passion of the Argentine Tango experience. The group includes Guillermo Garcia, guitar (Argentina), Adrian Jost, bandoneon (Switzerland) and Sascha Jacobsen, string bass (California).
http://www.triogarufa.com/index.html
Sidesaddle & Co. - Saturday, March 12, 2011, 7:30
Bluegrass
Sidesaddle & Co., based in San Jose California, has been captivating audiences with their unique acoustic sound since 1979 when the band was first established. The five members of the band come from an interesting variety of musical backgrounds, which come alive in their repertoire of primarily traditional Bluegrass music, seasoned with vintage Country, Irish, Cajun and Cowboy Western. Billboard Magazine has called their music "superbly melodic." Critics have hailed their performances as "sophisticated and highly entertaining" and their harmonies "impeccable."
The Black Brothers - Saturday night, March 19, 2011 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.
George Cole Quintet - Saturday, April 2, 2011, 7:30
Le Voci Divine
Pacifica Performances presents a San Francisco Bay Opera Company production of Le Voci Divine in concert singing the most beloved arias, duets and trios for women’s voices. Hear treasures of the vocal world by Bellini, Mozart, Turina, Puccini, Strauss, Dvorak, and Rachmaninoff and others sung by the stunningly beautiful and powerful voices of internationally acclaimed artists. Join Mezzo-Soprano, Twila Ehmcke (The Phantom of the Opera, Italy, Germany and New York), Soprano Rachel Rosales (SFO Merola 1982, New York, East Coast, Switzerland) and Soprano Susan Gundunas (The Phantom of the Opera, San Jose Opera, West Coast, Germany) as they perform a celebration of the greatest music ever written for women’s voices accompanied by San Francisco Opera’s Paul Harris at the piano.
Bill Evans - Essential Banjo -April 9, 2011, 7:30
Essential Banjo
San Francisco Bay Area resident Bill Evans has been on the forefront of the creative five-string banjo scene for several decades now, sharing international stages with such performers as David Grisman, Peter Rowan, Tony Trischka and many other acoustic, folk and bluegrass greats at some of the largest festival events in the world, including many years of performances at Hardly Strictly Bluegrass. In this special solo concert, Bill's banjo virtuosity takes center stage, as he performs original works, arrangements of Beatles tunes, dazzling ragtime and classical banjo, and explores the African and early American roots of the instrument.
Unauthorized Rolling Stones - Saturday, April 16, 2011, 7:30
Rock - Dance Party
Come celebrate the day after Tax Day with a great Rock 'n Roll Dance Party!
You will be UNDER THEIR THUMB!!!
http://www.theurs.com/
Marty Williams - Saturday, April 30, 2011, 7:30
Piano/Voice Quartet
Marty Williams showcases his inviting style and incredible talent featuring selections from his new CD, "Long Time Comin." Joined by guitarist Eric Swinderman, bassist, Jon Evans and drummer Ranzel Merritt, Marty will take you on a musical journey--swinging, sentimental, and smokin'!
Anna DeLeon of Anna's Jazz Island recently said: "Marty Williams is one of the Bay Area's treasures. His piano playing and singing are passionate, humorous, and unique. Think Oscar Brown Jr. plus Mose Allison plus Monk with just a dash of Redd Foxx! Yes, unique!" Joined by guitarist Eric Swinderman, bassist, Ruth Davies and drummer Ranzel Merritt, Marty will take you on a musical journey-- swinging, sentimental, and smokin'!
http://martywilliamsmusic.com
Skyline Choir - Saturday, May 7, 2011, 7:30
Concert Choir
In a wonderful musical combination, Skyline Concert Choir, under the direction of Jude Navari, and the Coastside Community Orchestra, under the direction of Robert Smith perform Schubert’s Mass in G and the Finale from Beethoven’s Choral Fantasy. The choir will also sing music from Bernstein’s beloved musicals Candide and West Side Story. Admission: $10, $8, available at the door the evening of the concert.
Pacifica Guitar Night - Saturday, May 14, 2011, 7:30
Three Great Guitarists
Together in one concert, three outstanding guitar players, all of whom reside in Pacifica-- (alphabetically!) Chris Cobb, master of blues guitar, Jim Nichols, fingerpicking "Mr. Versatility, " and Mike Tyler, killer rock and contemporary! This is a guitar lover's dream. They will cover a lot of musical territory, from blues and rock to jazz and country. They'll rock the house!
Guitarist John Hall (known to all from his bands, Brother Buzz and Tonal Recall) will be the host for this evening and may get a few licks in too--
www.myspace.com/thechriscobbband
http://www.myspace.com/jimandmorningnichols
http://www.btgmusic.com/btgbio.html
Ken O'Malley - Saturday, May 21, 2011, 7:30
Celtic
This event promises to be a magical evening of music, with songs in both English and Irish Gaelic. Not just a singer, about whom Dave Soyars of the Irish Herald writes "his powerful and emotive voice shines through on everything he does," O’Malley is also a cultural ambassador and educator who infuses every performance with a genuine passion and love for his native land and its people. In the words of one longtime fan "the songs Ken sings touch all of us, Irish or not, to the very core of the human heart".
Bluegrass
Windy Hill is an energetic band that shows sincere enthusiasm for traditional, authentic bluegrass music. Rarely does one find such a group of talented young musicians that genuinely captures the essence and true grit of this unique music. You'll be taken in by their excitement for bluegrass and the fun that they have with it; the band coined a popular phrase within the California bluegrass scene that truly expresses the band’s nature: “Hammer Down and Keep It Nailed”! Don't miss 'em!
Ryan Breen (banjo) and Henry Warde (mandolin) formed Windy Hill in Fort Collins, CO in the fall of 2008, where they began learning and leaning towards bluegrass’ traditional side. Ryan and Henry have since moved home to their California roots in the San Francisco Bay Area, acquiring another long-time friend – Kyle McCabe (bass) – upon their return and eventually reforming Windy Hill.
Yoseff Tucker (guitar) joined Windy Hill in May of 2010. The boys had been looking for the right guitar player for the “hoss unit”, and after meeting Yoseff and playing with him for the first time, they all knew he was a perfect fit.
www.myspace.com/windyhillbluegrass
Le Voci Divine- Saturday June 11, 2011, 7:30
Le Voci Divine
Pacifica Performances presents a San Francisco Bay Opera Company production of Le Voci Divine in concert singing the most beloved arias, duets and trios for women’s voices. Hear treasures of the vocal world by Bellini, Mozart, Turina, Puccini, Strauss, Dvorak, and Rachmaninoff and others sung by the stunningly beautiful and powerful voices of internationally acclaimed artists. Join Mezzo-Soprano, Twila Ehmcke (The Phantom of the Opera, Italy, Germany and New York), Soprano Rachel Rosales (SFO Merola 1982, New York, East Coast, Switzerland) and Soprano Susan Gundunas (The Phantom of the Opera, San Jose Opera, West Coast, Germany) as they perform a celebration of the greatest music ever written for women’s voices accompanied by San Francisco Opera’s Paul Harris at the piano.
Barry Hutcherson Quartet- Saturday, June 18, 2011, 7:30
Jazz
Barry Hutcherson
Influenced at an early age in jazz by father Bobby Hutcherson, Barry was exposed to great jazz musicians such as Herbie Hancock, Freddie Hubbard, Tony Williams, Ron Carter, Jackie McLean as well as many others. After performing in many settings and leading jazz clubs with top flight players, he is now residing and working in the San Francisco Bay Area. Please visit www.barryhutcherson.com.
Anton Schwartz: Anton has won over listeners and critics at high-profile jazz venues across the country, including the Blue Note in New York, Washington D.C.’s Blues Alley, Monterey Jazz Festival and Yoshi's. Anton has released four well recieved CDs; Visit www.antonjazz.com.
Grant Levin is a dynamic and dedicated jazz pianist based in Northern California. He has performed with Little Anthony and the Imperials, Greg Gisbert, Michael Marcus, Madeline Eastman, Bishop Norman Williams, Akio Sasajima, Larry Hancock, Josh Jones, Paula Chase, Clint Strong, Mike Olmos, and many other greats. www.grantlevin.webs.com.
Sam Bevan: Since moving to San Francisco in 1999, Sam Bevan has established himself as one of the most versatile and creative bassists in the Bay Area music scene, joyously intermingling jazz, funk, r&b, folk, Afro-Cuban, Afro-Venezuelan and West African disciplines. Please visit www.sambevan.com for more information.
Golden Bough - Saturday, June 25, 2011, 7:30
Celtic
Returning to Pacifica Performances for their annual Spring performance, Golden Bough once again brings their unique mix of traditional Celtic music of Ireland and Scotland (as well as Wales, Cornwall, The Isle of Man, French Brittany and Spanish Galicia) to create an exciting ethnic mix of music, on an array of acoustic instruments (Celtic harp, guitar, octave-mandolin, mandolin, accordion, violin, penny-whistle and bodhran.) They blend their voices in pristine three-part harmony and feature haunting solo vocals as they weave ttheir music with intriguing arrangements and original compositions.
Jerome Malaval - Saturday July 9, 2011, 7:30
Guitar Series
Direct from his home town of Lyon, France, this guitarist will once again grace our stage with his lightening fast technique. Always entertaining, he will honor the music of Jerry Reed and Chet Atkins, ably accompanied by Jim Nichols, his long time friend. Come enjoy a tribute to this great American music,performed by this talented guitarist.
Chet Atkins said of Jerome: "He plays like he is double-parked!"
Tickets are available at the door, which opens at 7:00 pm. before the show on Saturday night.
Come early to have best choice of seating.
www.jeromemalaval.com
Tango #9 - Saturday, July 16, 2011, 7:30
Tango
Join Tango No. 9 for a romantic evening of tango music – with a preview of the works from their 4th album, Tango No. 9, Live at the Columbarium. This special evening in Pacifica will be the beginning of their west coast tour celebrating the July release of the long awaited new CD. Accordion and Bandoneon player, Isabel Douglass, straight from Europe, will join together with the Tango No. 9 Trio to create a chimerical evening filled with passionate Piazzolla and the fiery rhythms of this romantic music. With its unique instrumentation of violin, trombone, piano, and accordion, bandoneon, vocals, and four fantastic dancers, Tango No. 9 embraces both a reverence to tango’s seductive past and an innovative vision of the music’s storied future.
Tango #9 - Saturday, July 16, 2011, 7:30
Tango
Join Tango No. 9 for a romantic evening of tango music – with a preview of the works from their 4th album, Tango No. 9, Live at the Columbarium. This special evening in Pacifica will be the beginning of their west coast tour celebrating the July release of the long awaited new CD. Accordion and Bandoneon player, Isabel Douglass, straight from Europe, will join together with the Tango No. 9 Trio to create a chimerical evening filled with passionate Piazzolla and the fiery rhythms of this romantic music. With its unique instrumentation of violin, trombone, piano, and accordion, bandoneon, vocals, and four fantastic dancers, Tango No. 9 embraces both a reverence to tango’s seductive past and an innovative vision of the music’s storied future.
Molly's Revenge - July 23, 2011, 7:30
Celtic
Molly's Revenge is a dynamic, acoustic Celtic band known for its unique and infectious enthusiasm. 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.
Mildred Owen Celebration Concert - Sunday, July 31, 2011, 4:00 to 7:00 pm
Mildred's 3nd Annual Celebration Concert!
Join us for our 3nd annual concert to honor Mildred Owen, our former artistic director and co-founder.
This special afternoon will feature some of our most popular, outstanding women performers! Taking the stage this year will be nationally acclaimed vocalist, the lovely Lavay Smith, accompanied by her pianist/arranger, Chris Seibert; Brazilian singer/instrumentalist/composer Celia Malheiros, who will bring her bright creative spirit to our stage, and San Francisco Opera Orchestra Concertmaster Kay Stern and wonderful pianist Joan Nagano who will treat us to their gorgeous musical duo; plus more! Light dinner fare will be available for purchase, plus a silent auction! Don't miss this extraordinary event!
Special pricing for this event: General Admission $25.00, Members $20.00, Children under 18 years of age, $12.00.
Tickets available at the door. Doors open at 3:30 for best seating.
Wall of Blues - August 6, 2011, 7:30
Blues
Wall of Blues plays classic blues, rock, R&B, and soul that is guaranteed to get you up and dancing. This tight 6-piece band's full sound and high energy show entertains at clubs, concerts, festivals, parties, and special events around the Bay Area. They get the audience involved and make them part of the show. Downtown Joe's said, "If you don't have a good time with this band, you don't know how to have a good time."!
Come for the blues, stay for the dancing!
http://www.wallofblues.com/index.html
Louie Romero Y su grupo Mazacote- Saturday, August 13, 2010, 7:30
Latin Salsa
Concert/dance
Mazacote is the hard-swinging, old-school salsa group of legendary percussionist Louie Romero, who came to fans’ attention as the longtime timbales player for famed salsero "El Cantante" Hector Lavoe. Louie is also renowned for his work with Willie Colón, Rubén Blades, Celia Cruz, Ron Carter, and other salsa and jazz stars in his native New York.
Based in San Francisco, Mazacote plays a crowd-pleasing, high-energy mixture of classic salsa favorites and original latin jazz tunes. It’s no wonder that Latin Beat magazine called Mazacote "one of the premier salsa ensembles in Northern California."
Big Band Dance
Mildred Owen Hall’s own house big band plays great swing music from the 30s and 40s to dance to, or just to listen and groove to if you prefer. Your low-priced ticket includes free dance lessons by professional instructor Chuck Dee, teaching East Coast 6-count Swing and other steps so that folks can dance the night away. Lessons go from 7:00 until 7:45, so come early! Special Admission $10-$12.
Tickets available at the door. Doors open at 7:00 for best seating.
Ariel Quartet - Saturday, August 27, 2011, 7;30
Classical
The Ariel Ensemble has performed extensively in Northern California under the auspices of the Chamber Music Society of Sacramento.
The recipient of many awards and grants locally, the ensemble won the highest commissioning grant from Chamber Music America. Their recording of Meyer Kupferman’s “Jazz Quartet” received a rave review by Fanfare Magazine. Perhaps even more impressive is the quote by Mr. Kupferman himself- “ Although pleased with the success of the performances of this work, as well as those by the Kronos Quartet, I am now delighted to have a definitive performance by the Ariel Quartet, a most gifted and inspired group of artists! ’’
The Ariel Ensemble has performed a number of times in Monterey under the sponsorship of the Mozart Society, and in San Francisco has appeared on the “Music on the Hill” series, Midsummer Mozart series, the Other Minds Festival, and Noontime Concerts. They have also performed on Fort Bragg for the Arts series and appear annually on the Tahoe Chamber Music Society series. Devoted to presenting music of our time, the ensemble has performed many times on the Music Now series, Wet Ink, and the John Adams “Young Composers” Program.
Soundwave - Saturday, September 10, 2011, 7:30
Barbershop Chorus
"Do you love San Francisco as much as we do? Then September 10 is the night to come to our presentation of "Don't Call It Frisco", a love letter in song to the City by the Bay.
The San Francisco Sound Wave is a community-based Sweet Adelines chapter that sings a cappella four part harmony, often in the barbershop style. This show will take you on a memory journey of some of the great songs of the City. AND you'll be charmed by the Third Place Region 12 Medalists, Heavenly! These four young women stepped on the Competition stage for the first time in April and took our Region by storm! There may be a few delightful surprises too, so don't miss this tuneful, fun evening! "
Caminos Flamencos with Yaelisa - Saturday, September 17, 2011, 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.
http://www.caminosflamencos.com
Verismo Opera - Saturday, Oct 8, 2011, 7:30
Opera
Das Rheingold by Richard Wagner
Stage Director, Frederick Winthrop
Conductor, Michael Shahani
Das Rheingold begins on an E-flat chord on the banks of the Rhine, where three lovely maidens guard the sacred river's magical gold. The shrewd dwarf Alberich, enraged by the Rhinemaidens' scorn, steals the precious metal and forges a ring that gives its bearer unimaginable power. The struggle for its possession drives the amazing Ring Cycle, in which the stakes-control of the entire world-could not be higher. This is one opera you will not want to miss!
Preston Reed - October 15, 2011, 7:30
Guitar
Preston Reed has virtually reinvented how the acoustic guitar is played. Reed practices a flamboyant self-invented style, characterized by percussive techniques and simultaneous rhythm and melody lines that dance and ricochet around each other, giving his music a level of excitement that is unparalleled among today's guitarists. Playing an array of guitars from acoustic to electric to classical Reed's vast range of explosively original music will forever change your expectation of a guitarist.
Celia Malheiros and tRIO- Saturday, October 22, 2011
Brazilian Jazz
This Rio de Janeiro born multi-instrumentalist/singer/composer brings the exciting and colorful Brazilian music she is famous for back to the hall, with her group, tRIO, featuring Thomas Clausen, piano and Carlos Malta, woodwinds and of course, Celia on vocals, guitar and percussion. Their new CD "After the Carnaval" features compositions of the three composers. From the most sophisticated jazz harmonies and improvisations to folkloric and indigenous sounds of Brazil, these eclectic musicians have created an exciting new sound in their album that is dynamic and soulful as their live performances.
To hear few tracks from the new CD visit:http://www.myspace.com/triobrazilianjazz
Gator Beat Zydeco - Saturday, October 29, 2011, 7:30
Zydeco Dance
Gator Beat has been playing dances and festivals on the West Coast for 20 years. They specialize in their own brand of South Louisiana music – it combines traditional Cajun, Zydeco, and New Orleans R&B. Most notable are the original creations, giving the band the reputation as unforgettable, a band with a beat that bites. The flavor is always spicy, like a good gumbo, and bound to please. As their new album is titled, the crowd is always left hollering Gimme Some Mo’!
Get your tickets at the door-- doors open at 7:00 pm.
Unauthorized Rolling Stones - Saturday, November 5, 2011, 7:30
Rock - Dance Party
Come celebrate November with a great Rock 'n Roll Dance Party!
You will be UNDER THEIR THUMB!!!
Kim Angelis & Josef Gault - Saturday, November 12, 2011, 7:30
Gypsy Violin & Guitar
“Angelis has a technique which is astounding. Ceaselessly active on stage, she poured out music - and energy - in unbelievable quantity. Witness, anyone who can play at breakneck speed a descending glissando in thirds and in tremolo while dancing up a storm is remarkable to say the least. She has a full, rich tone, seemly total control of the instrument, and an inexhaustible store of music in memory...it was a tour de force, a tremendous performance done with flair and dramatic gestures and demonstrating a technique which is highly advanced.” - Elizabeth Widel, The Chronicle (Omak, WA)
Lavay Smith - Saturday, November 19, 2011, 7:30
Crazy in love with Patsy Cline
Lavay and her all star 7 piece jazz band have been selling out every venue they book with this loving and creative tribute to Patsy Cline. Jazz and country music have been kissing cousins since they each took shape early in the 20th century, even forming a blissful union with the rise of western swing in the late 1930s. Lavay Smith knows this history well, and she brings a bracing, bluesy jolt of energy to the jazz/country crossroads with Crazy In Love With Patsy Cline, a project featuring her scorching 7 piece band, The Red Hot Skillet Lickers. With her big, luscious voice and sassy stage presence, she has what it takes to infuse sultry swing into Cline's tales of woe.
Morning & Jim Nichols - Saturday, December 3, 2011, 7:30
Jazz, Americana & More
With their impressive musical skills and their eclectic range of styles, Jim and Morning will perform an exciting evening of great music in honor of winter, featuring world renowned electric bassist Michael Manring and powerhouse drummer David Rokeach with special surprise guests. With everything from smokin' blues and jazz grooves to beautiful Americana melodies and sentimental holiday songs, their music will take you on a wonderful winter journey.
Call 650-355-1882 to purchase 8 admissions in advance and have your own reserved table! Doors open 7:00, come early for best seating. Tickets always available.
Skyline Concert Choir, Sunday, December 4, 3:00 pm
Season of Hope
Skyline Concert Choir inspires a "season of hope" with Magnificat settings by Pergolesi, Palestrina, and a passionate gospel music-inspired setting by Robert Ray. Traditional African-American Christmas spirituals arranged by the legendary William Dawson, Jewish choral music including Hatikvah (“The Song of Hope”) arranged by film composer Maurice Goldman, and contemporary choral music celebrating Winter Solstice are sure to rouse the spirit.
Please note: Special time, 3:00 pm for this holiday concert. Doors open at 2:30. Come early for best seating.
Special pricing for this performance: $15, General non member adult and $10, members, seniors and students.
Seaside Singers & Friends, Friday, December 9, 7:30
6th Annual Festival of Holiday Music
The Seaside Singers present ":A Victorian Holiday" with songs and costumes from that era. Also appearing is the Mark Sessler Guitar Ensemble, and the Third Grade Chorus from Vallemar and Ocean Shores school, directed by Marilyn Wells and a Sing a long of seasonal favorites ."You'll have a Dickens of a good time."
Please note for this concert only: Special admission, $8.00, admissions purchased at the door only, doors open at 7:00. Two children are free per one adult paid admission. Come early for best seating-- This is a popular performance!
The Curios - Saturday, December 10, 2011, 7:30
Alternative Original
The Curios are local/international favorites Nancy Hall and Lee Parvin SINGING duets in perfect harmony along with a host of friends on everything from accordion and dulcimer to xylophone, double Bass, Sousa Phone and beyond. The original steam-punks of quirky original music and stellar deep-cut covers in their 14th annual Winter Concert. Do NOT miss this awesome band!
Golden Bough - Friday Evening, December 16, 2011, 7:30 pm
Christmas in a Celtic Land
Golden Bough returns to present a joyful Celtic Christmas concert. Margie Butler, Paul Espinoza and Kathy Sierra will perform rare carols from Ireland, Scotland and Wales and bring us plenty of Olde World cheer in celebration of the winter season.
http://www.goldenboughmusic.com
Brother Buzz - Saturday night, Dec. 31, New Year's Eve Party, 9pm - 1:00am
Mark Hanson - Saturday, January 14, 2012, 7:30 ALSO Workshop, in afternoon
Virtuoso Guitar Series
Grammy-award winning fingerstyle guitarist Mark Hanson is a performer, composer, recording artist, and author. His recordings are heard regularly on major television and radio programs, such as American Idol, Martha Stewart Living, and NPR. Mark contributed two pieces to 2005’s Grammy winning Henry Mancini - Pink Guitar CD. In October, 2009, Mark played for the president of the United States in San Francisco.
Mark’s concerts are enjoyable affairs, highlighted by blazing fingerpicking, haunting ballads, fun songs, and good humor. Stories of the music “biz” are educational and fun, and there may even be a bit of audience participation!
Mark will present a guitar workshop/clinic in the afternoon, from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm, before his concert at our hall. (Enjoy a break for dinner after the workshop, and come back for the concert! There are many places in the area to enjoy a bite for dinner.) See "more details"
http://www.acousticguitarcommunity.com/profile/MarkHanson
Thomas Pandolfi - Saturday, January 21, 2012 7:30
Piano - George Gershwin
The young American pianist THOMAS PANDOLFI is an exciting virtuoso who, with each passing season, is becoming more and more sought after by audiences worldwide, and showered with superlatives by critics for his passionate artistry and amazing technique.
The Washington Post has described him as "an artist who is master of both the grand gesture and the sensual line. Pandolfi possesses first-rate technical skills, an unerring comma nd of phrasing, a quicksilver touch and cunning legerdemain when it comes to pedaling...etched with calm and crystal clarity...outstanding." New York Concert Review has characterized Pandolfi's interpretations as containing "high level pianism and tasteful, diversified musical ideas...crystalline texture and deft coloration... charm and bracing elan."
A graduate of The Juilliard School, Pandolfi earned both his Bachelor's and Master's degrees as a scholarship student.
Please get tickets at the door. Doors open at 7:00
Daniel Castro - Saturday January 28, 2012 - 7:30 pm
Blues
The Blues... It's embedded in every note he plays. And he's spread the gospel all over. Beloved by fans and musicians throughout the West Coast Daniel Castro is fiercely loyal
to them all. Backed by a tight well seasoned band, a Daniel Castro show is both passionate and electrifying.
"Daniel Castro is one of the most dynamic blues guitarist performing in the West Coast." --Willie Brown - President, Sacramento Blues Society
"He's got that real deal feel, Daniel Castro is a great musician and entertainer." --Elvin Bishop
“Daniel Castro is the latest and one of the greatest blues guitarists to come bursting out of the highly competitive West Coast scene. To the classic music of B.B. King, Albert King, and Albert Collins he has added the three T’s taste, tone, and technique. His raw passion warms your soul while his deep groove kicks your butt on fine, fresh originals and wellchosen covers.” --Dave Rubin
Guitar Player Magazine
http://www.myspace.com/danielcastrosblues
