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Friday-Sunday music, with the Weekend FESTIVALS – Aug 2-4, 2013, and beyond
Check for LATE ADDITIONS, including a Southern Cal BLUES FESTIVAL.
There's a GREAT bluegrass concert Friday night at the Ford Amphitheatre, GREAT festival action this weekend, and some mighty fine WORKSHOPS for ARTISTS happen on Saturday & Sunday!
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In this edition of the Acoustic Americana Music Guide...
♪ NEWS QUICKIES
♪ THIS WEEKEND's FESTIVALS
♪ Friday's LIVE MUSIC
♪ Some Highlights of Saturday & Sunday, AND beyond in August (& even beyond that)
NEWS QUICKIES…
NICE GUITAR TUTORIAL, FREE ON YOU TUBE
MICHAEL CHAPDELAINE, a very dazzling guitar wizard, has posted a much-requested tutorial for his arrangement of "Somebody That I Used To Know." It's at:
www.youtube.com/watch? v=9vYi4VZtSCw&feature=c4-overview&list=UUz4pWE-2iug9aUF2_PXgaHg
He says, "In keeping with my tradition regarding this song, it is FREE."
Michael plays the "Healdsburg Guitar Festival" next week. He adds, "The night before that, next Thursday, I'll be playing a show in Mill Valley with Kinlock Nelson and Mark Goldenberg. Dates can be found at: http://www.michaelchapdelaine.com/gigs.htm "
More on him at www.michaelchapdelaine.com
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FRETTED DULCIMER AS ART, at the ORANGE COUNTY FAIR
Paul Babcock, husband of Teresa Alvarado, Southern California Dulcimer Heritage (SCDH) sponsor and festival volunteer, is exhibiting his "Scrap Wood Dulcimer" in the Crafts & Woodworking Building at the Orange County Fair.
"People, it is gorgeous," says Bobbi Adler, SCDH President.
Barbara Gershman took a picture of it for the www.scdh.org website's new page, "Dulcimer News."
Bobbi adds, "Congratulations to a wonderful craftsman. I have resisted the urge to take it out of the exhibit and play it!"
DULCIMERS IN CHINA? THE YANQUIN and the SANTOOR
Leo Kretzner of Southern California Dulcimer Heritage is calling attention to a beautiful story, "A Tribute to Chinese and Indian Dulcimers" -- the Yanquin and the Santoor -- being played together with a symphony orchestra.
Check it out at:
www.chinadaily.com.cn/cndy/2013-07/19/content_16796921.htm
KULAK'S WOODSHED OPEN MIC / AFFORDABLE PRO RECORDING SESSION
The every-Monday Open Mic at Kulak's Woodshed has been happening for years, including the legendary decade it was hosted by Kiki Wow before she left to become the keeper of acoustic music on the Central Coast. .
It remains a popular event, and all ages are welcome.
But that's not the primary factor that attracts artists. Kulak's offers reasonably-priced pro audio / video recordings, smartly produced from multiple cameras.
There are a few recent changes. First is the new start time of 8 pm. You'll need to be there at 7 pm to sign-up for the one-song lottery. At 7:30, the host draws the names from a basket, one at a time. Paul Kulak says, "We usually have about 35-50 artists signing-up, so please perform a song that is 4 minutes or less, so that all the artists signing-up have a chance to play."
He continues, "For $20, you can request a DVD copy of your performance, captured by our 6 camera video studio with audio mixed in our 24 track Pro Tools studio. It's the Woodshed's only source of income to keep the doors open. We have nothing else to sell. A copy of the Pro Tools tracks are also available upon request. Please pick up your DVD on the following Monday night after 7 pm."
That's not all. Paul adds, "You are welcome to use our acoustic guitar, baby grand piano -- on loan by Bill Stettler, Thank you Bill -- and drum kit -- use our brushes please. You can also sing to a track if you bring it in on a CD. Original songs are 95% of what artists do here but covers are fine, as well. No amps please. We have all the audio gear, DI's, and hook ups you'll need. Thank you for helping to keep Kulak's Woodshed alive."
There's more at http://kulakswoodshed.com/calendar
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THIS WEEKEND's
Include some of the
Midsummer's BEST
Sat & Sun, Aug 3 & 4,
In Long Beach:
20th Annual "LONG BEACH CRAWFISH FESTIVAL" brings New Orleans to Southern California with top-rated Cajun & zydeco bands and trademark crawfish dinners cooked fresh on-site, at Rainbow Lagoon Events Park, 400-403 Shoreline Village Dr, Long Beach 90802.
Yes, the Guide has been telling you about this one for quite a while, and it's a festival we look forward to attending every year. Time to add some additional info.
Serving seasoned Cajun Crawfish dinners, prepared to mouth-watering perfection in the world's largest crawfish steamers, this one is both a culinary and a music-and-dance delight. Meals include succulent red baby potatoes, buttery corn on the cob, and a creamy and delectable remoulade dipping sauce.
Live entertainment mixes top Cajun, Brazilian, Zydeco, and New Orleans-style jazz and blues music.
Performing Saturday only:
♪ STEP RIDEAU & THE ZYDECO OUTLAWS
♪ ANDRE THIERRY & ZYDECO MAGIC
♪ BONNE MUSIQUE ZYDECO
♪ ROYALE GARDEN DIXIELAND BAND
Performing Sunday only:
♪ CEDRYL BALLOU & THE ZYDECO TRENDSETTERS
♪ RUBEN MORENO & ZYDECO RE-EVOLUTION
♪ BAYOU BROTHERS
Performing Saturday AND Sunday:
♪ A.J. GIBBS, "The Mydeco King" (Zydeco Dancing Lessons)
♪ THE LOUISIANA TO L.A. SOCIETY (LALA) "Second Line" Dancers
♪ THE HIGH STEPPERS NEW ORLEANS BOOGIE BAND
The festival's CHILDREN'S STAGE features:
♪ The comedy and magic of Kerry Ross
♪ Storytelling • Magicians • Inflatable Impressions
♪ Bounces • FREE "E-Souvenir Picture"
So dress up like you would for Mardi Gras, get out the beads, feathers and umbrellas, and head to the largest Mardi-Gras Experience west of the Mississippi.
There is pay parking on the Marina Green across the street, but it fills-up. Go Metro --take the Blue Line all the way to the last stop in Long Beach (watch it, because it's a loop and returns you to L.A. if you're not paying attention. It's just a 3 block walk west to the Rainbow Lagoon. Plan your full trip -- and be sure that includes planning your return trip, because not ecerything that gets you there will be running in the evening. Public transit trip planner is at www.metro.net/default.asp
Festival TICKETS / EATS:
A very reasonable $13 (advance purchase price) gets you a General Admission . But that's ONLY a general admission, no crawfish to eat, and you're on your own for food. (Advance online purchase price; it's $15 on-site.)
But, as good as the music and general hoop-la are, you don't want to settle for just getting in to this festival. Read on.
For $28, you get a One-Day General Admission with a "CRAWFISH FEAST" served by Bristol Farms, and it includes 2 to 2-1/4 lbs. of fresh live steamed crawfish, red baby potatoes, corn on the cob and dipping sauce. (Advance online purchase price; it's $35 on-site until it's sold-out.)
For $35, you get a One-Day General Admission, plus the "CRAW BUCKET FEAST," served by Bristol Farms. This feast includes 3 lbs. of fresh live steamed crawfish, red baby potatoes, corn on the cob, and dipping sauce. (Advance online purchase price; it's $48 on-site until it's sold-out.)
HOW MUCH FOOD IS IT? Crawfish Feast platter or Craw Bucket Feast, it's A LOT of food. And if you want to get serious, it takes a lot of delectably enjoyable time to eat it. What does that mean? A parent and a young kid can joyfully share a "Crawfish Feast" platter. Two adults can happily share a "Craw Bucket," and a couple with a young child can buy one admission-with-bucket and just two additional admissions. A dating couple could share a "feast" platter and hit the food court for more and different cuisine (see below), or a couple can fill-up sharing a bucket, spending at least an hour-and-a-half busily eating it. But if teenagers are involved and you expect to share a platter or even a bucket, they will develop a sudden love for crawfish and devour everything, leaving you an 18-inch high pile of shells and nothing else. Finally, if you have your own crab /lobster cracking tools, take them. Crawfish have thinner shells and are smaller, but tools can make it easier. So plan a bit, and this will be a highlight of your summer.
Special admission discounts and packages are available, but only at the festival's website.
In addition to the crawfish, there is an extensive "International Food Court," featuring New Orleans inspired cuisine, Café du Monde-style chicory coffee and beignets, sweet potato pie, pecan pie, alligator-on-a-stick, catfish, and more.
We must emphasize: to assure that you will enjoy CRAWFISH at the CRAWFISH FESTIVAL, you need to purchase it in advance, both to save a lot of money and to sure you get yours. It's wonderful, everybody knows it, and it sells-out.
The festival is family-friendly, and runs Saturday, noon–11 pm, and Sunday, noon–10 pm.
Those all-important ADVANCE TIX to get the CRAWFISH FEAST, and more info, are at
www.longbeachcrawfishfestival.com.
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Sun, Aug 4,
in San Diego
11 am-5 pm Annual "SEA CHANTEY FESTIVAL" aboard the "Star of India" sailing ship, docked in the ocean, with performances of authentic maritime music by THE JACKSTRAWS, JEFF PEKAREK, RAGGLE TAGGLE, JOHN KRAUS, PANAMERICAN SHANTY, and more, at the San Diego Maritime Museum, 1492 N Harbor Dr, San Diego 92101; 619-234-9153; www.sdmaritime.org
LATE ADDITION...
Sat, Aug 3,
in Newhall:
10-7 pm 6th Annual "SANTA CLARITA BLUES FESTIVAL" at Heritage Junction, in and around the historic SP Saugus Train Station, at William S. Hart Park, 24101 Newhall Av, Newhall (Santa Clarita).
Performances by ten blues bands:
♪ The Red Beats
♪ 805 South
♪ Chris Banta Blues Band
♪ Robert Heft Band
♪ Rick Berthod & The Persuaders
♪ Ron Tanski Trio
♪ BullFish
♪ Ladies Night Guys
♪ 4 Guys Named Moe
♪ Toni Dodd & Southbound Blues
♪ Emcee is Jeff Jensen
This local celebration is in conjunction with "International Blues Music Day."
All ages welcome. Free parking in Hart Park. Shade and food provided. Bring a blanket or towel or folding chair in case all seating is taken.
Gates open at 9 am, live blues music starts at 10 am. The one-day festival has a full day of live music, dancing, vendors, food trucks, cold drinks, raffles, and silent auctions.
More at www.scvblues.org
Tickets at gate: $15 adult; $12 for members of any blues society, with membership card; $10 for age 12 and younger.
Fri-Sun, Aug 2-4,
in the Eastern Sierra:
Annual "MAMMOTH FESTIVAL OF BEERS & BLUESAPALOOZA" with performances by MAVIS STAPLES, JOHN HAMMOND, DEANNA BOGART, DIEGO'S UMBRELLA, JIMMY THACKERY, MINGO FISHTRAP, TINSLEY ELLIS, JJ GREY & MOFRO, RUBY VELLE & THE SOULPHONICS, and more, at Sam's Wood Site, on Minaret Rd between Main St & Meridian Bl, Mammoth Lakes 93546. Runs Friday, 6-11 pm; Saturday, 11:30 am-9:15 pm; and Sunday, 8:45 am-6:15 pm.
Daily, Jun 28-Sep 1,
in Laguna Beach:
47th Annual "SAWDUST ART FESTIVAL" at the spacious, art-filled permanent festival grounds, 935 Laguna Cyn Rd, Laguna Beach 92651; 949-494-3030; www.sawdustartfestival.org
There's music each day on several stages, including acoustic and often, Folk-Americana.
Sawdust is operated by a non-profit organization dedicated to educating the public and promoting the art created in Laguna Beach. Visitors are invited to shop along sawdust-covered paths through a handcrafted village of fine arts and superb craftsmanship.
Full summer schedule, including who's-on-what-stage, at http://sawdustartfestival.org/entertainment-schedule
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Friday and beyond: concerts, workshops for artists, etc…
Fri, Aug 2, in VC (Port Hueneme):
2 pm SONGMAKERS monthly "PENNY LANE SING CIRCLE" in Port Hueneme; location and info at www.songmakers.org
Fri, Aug 2, in Monrovia:
6-10 pm Weekly "MONROVIA FAMILY FESTIVAL" always includes music on stages, in restaurants, and on street corners, most if it acoustic, plus carnival rides, kids activities, general hoopla, and the dulcimer-friendly "KATTYWOMPUS CONCERT / JAM" of trad / folk musicians at 8 pm at Dollmakers Kattywompus, 412 S Myrtle Av, Monrovia 91016; 626-357-1091.
Fri, Aug 2, in San Diego Co (Carlsbad):
6 pm THE BAYOU BROTHERS bring their high-energy Cajun-zydeco to the City of Carlsbad's "Concert in the Park" series in Poinsettia Park,
6600 Hidden Valley Rd, Carlsbad 92009; 760-602-4690.
Fri, Aug 2, in L.A.:
6:30 pm "CHRISTOPHER RAMIREZ J.A.M. SESSIONS" features a DRUM CIRCLE at the East LA Civic Center, 4801 E 3rd St, Los Angeles 90022; 323-260-2360.
7 pm "SONGS IN THE KEY OF L.A." brings performances by JACKSON BROWNE, I SEE HAWKS IN L.A., OZOMATLI, CHEECH MARIN, and more, at the prestigious "GRAND PERFORMANCES" Fountain Water Court Stage at California Plaza, 350 S Grand Av, atop Bunker Hill in downtown Los Angeles 90071; 213-687-2020. Free.
Bring a picnic dinner or buy food nearby (no alcohol; that changed last year.) Ride the Red Line subway to the Pershing Square Station and take the escalator out the left-hand end of the 4th Street exit. That puts you right at the bottom of the Angels Flight funicular, an added fun bonus that takes you right to the concert. Park free at the Red Line lots in NoHo or Universal City.
Fri, Aug 2, in Long Beach:
7 pm DOUG MacLEOD & DENNY CROY continue their acoustic blues performing tour of Lucille's BBQ locations, tonight at 7411 Carson St, Long Beach 90808; 562-938-7427.
Music of this quality should cost a lot to see and hear. Catch then here and enjoy a plate of ribs. What's more authentically blues than that?
Fri, Aug 2, in Santa Clarita:
7 pm INCENDIO plays the "Santa Clarita Summer Concert Series" in the park at 27150 Bouquet Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita 91351.
Fri, Aug 2;
not music but worth knowing,
in Topanga:
7:30 pm "FIRST FRIDAY FILM NIGHT" sponsored by the Topanga Peace Alliance presents "The Invisible War" at the new Topanga Library, 122 N Topanga Canyon Bl, Topanga 90290.
"The Invisible War" is an Academy Award nominee in 2012 and one of Time Magazine's "Ten Best Films of the Year." From Oscar®-and Emmy®-nominated filmmaker Kirby Dick,"The Invisible War" is a groundbreaking investigative documentary about one of America's most shameful and best kept secrets: the epidemic of rape within the U.S. military.
The film paints a startling picture of the extent of the problem. Today, a female soldier in combat zones is more likely to be raped by a fellow soldier than killed by enemy fire. The Department of Defense estimates there were a staggering 22,800 violent sex crimes in the military in 2011. 20% of all active-duty female soldiers are sexually assaulted. Female soldiers aged 18 to 21 accounted for more than half of the victims.
Focusing on the powerfully emotional stories of rape victims, "The Invisible War" is a moving indictment of the systemic cover-up of military sex crimes, chronicling the women's struggles to rebuild their lives and fight for justice. It also features hard-hitting interviews with high-ranking military officials and members of Congress that reveal the perfect storm of conditions that exist for rape in the military, its long-hidden history, and what can be done to bring about much-needed change.
The Topanga Peace Alliance screening features a vegetarian snack potluck (no alcohol) at 7:15 pm, with the film screening at 7:30 pm. A discussion follows the screening.
Parking is available under the library and the event is ADA compliant with elevator access and headphones for those that need a little extra volume.
A $10 donation is requested, but no one is turned away for lack of funds. For more info, contact Debbie Newell at DebbieinLA@outlook.com
Fri, Aug 2, in Hollywood:
8 pm Annual "BLUEGRASS AT THE FORD" brings performances by Grammy winner LAURIE LEWIS & THE RIGHT HANDS and JOHN REISCHMAN & his band at the John Anson Ford Amphitheatre, the Guide's favorite outdoor venue, across from the Hollywood Bowl. The Ford Amphitheatre is at 2580 Cahuenga Bl East, Hollywood 90068; www.fordtheatres.org; Box office / info 323-461-3673 or email boxoffice@arts.lacounty.gov
The annual concert sponsored by the Bluegrass Association of Southern California (BASC) assembles two of the best West Coast bluegrass artists for this year's "Bluegrass at the Ford," and presents the event mid-summer, rather than in the fall as in recent years.
JOHN REISCHMAN, as one of the top-ranked contemporary mandolin players and composers, is known for his powerful original songs, soaring vocals and refreshing interpretations of old-time repertoire.
LAURIE LEWIS is considered "one of the preeminent bluegrass and Americana artists of our time" by the International Bluegrass Music Association. The Grammy® award-winning singer-songwriter uses traditional instruments and her command of the genre to create a sound that is often contemporary.
Even including the fine sound at Southern California"s bluegrass festivals, the sound, architecture, and ambiance at the Ford make this the best local outdoor bluegrass concert if the year.
You can take a picnic to enjoy on the terrace before the concert or in your seats. Alcohol is okay, so enjoy your favorite wine or moonshine (or whatever beverage) with dinner. The Ford does offer food, but everything good sells-out promptly unless you pre-order online. Whatever bags or cold packs must fit under your seat(s) and not block aisles.
The Ford has on-site stacked parking, or you can ride their free shuttle from (and back to) the Red Line subway's free parking lot at the Universal City Station.
Concert tix are $30; student tix $15; children, $12. VIP tix are $50 and include premium seating, gift bag, instrument raffle, and post-show meet & greet with the artists.
Fri, Aug 2, in Altadena:
8 pm CUESTA RIDGE, plus ELI LOCKE & THE TWO TONE RAMBLERS, play the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; reservations, 626-798-6236.
Cuesta Ridge is a band born in the sweet confines of the Santa Lucia Mountains on California's Central Coast. This six-piece,bluegrass-injected, Americana-rock conglomerate has been making music together since 2004, and their experience in their local music scene is broad.
Constantly writing new originals, this bunch also likes to challenge themselves with fresh covers. Influences range from Django Rheinhardt, Bill Monroe, and David Grisman, all the way to Bob Marley, Mumford & Sons, and Motorhead.
The band's upbeat nature and sophistication attracts musicologists and aficionados. Have a listen at www.patrickpearsonmusic.com
Plus, ELI LOCKE & THE TWO TONE RAMBLERS is a country / rockabilly band that plays a wide range of tunes inspired by the likes of Waylon Jennings, Hank Williams, Johnny Cash and Elvis,as well as contemporary songs. The band takes a fast, high-energy approach to their music, mixing-in the occasional slow song. They harken back to the golden age of country music, while managing to deliver something new to their audiences at shows throughout the greater Los Angeles area.
From their high-energy version of Old Crow Medicine Show's "Wagon Wheel" (recently in the Country Top Ten, covered by Darius Rucker), to their original favorite "Bees Knees," the band has delivered shows all over the greater Los Angeles area.
The four-person band is aiming for national expansion and is furiously working on their first album. Front man Eli Locke has opened for and played with a wide variety of country's rising stars, including Lucky Tubb and the Modern Day Troubadours, James River Station, and Jeffrey Michaels. More at www.elilocke.com
Tix, $20.
Fri, Aug 2, in Santa Monica:
8 & 10 pm JOHN HAMMOND plays two shows tonight at McCabe's, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-824-4497; www.mccabes.com.
8 pm is sold-out; tix available for 10 pm. $24.50.
Fri, Aug 2, in Burbank:
8 pm COW BOP brings their fine and fine hybrid of bebop western swing to their monthly residency at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506; 818-845-2425.
Venue is known for their Mexican food and full bar. Park free across the street at Pickwick Bowl (same owners).
Fri, Aug 2, in SFV (NoHo):
8 pm Monthly "FIRST FRIDAY SHOW" brings PHIL CHRISTIE as the special guest, plus performing host SEVERIN BROWNE and the all-star FIRST FRIDAY BAND, at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood 91607; 818-766-9913. Watch the web simulcast at www.kulakswoodshed.com
9 pm TURNPIKE TROUBADOURS plus THE GET DOWN BOYS play "The Bluegrass Situation" series for a night of old-timey-rootsy-honky-tonk Americana The Mint, 6010 W Pico Bl, Los Angeles 90035; 323-954-9630
Saturday's Sections:
1) Note on Festivals happening this weekend.
2) WORKSHOPS for artists
3) Concerts, etc.
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1) NOTE: there are some wonderful FESTIVALS
– some of the Midsummer's BEST –
this weekend of August 3 & 4, and these are
profiled in their own special section in this edition.
See "THIS WEEKEND's FESTIVALS"
2) WORKSHOPS for ARTISTS:
WORKSHOP for ARTISTS,
in L.A. (Griffith Park):
1-4 pm "HOW TO PLAY BASS GUITAR" a workshop by MIKE LEY, award-winning western musician and bass player for THE RIDERS OF THE PURPLE SAGE and the CODY BRYANT EXPERIENCE, presented by the Western Music Association California Chapter in the Mary Pickford Education Center at the Autry National Center (Autry Museum), 4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles 90027.
Mike Ley has worked in the Country-Western field with various artists including Roy Rogers, Eddie Dean, Harold Hensley, Cliffie Stone, Molly Bee, Hank Penny, Stuart Hamblin, Harvey Walker, and many others. He started-out playing mandolin at age 4 and eventually added the guitar, banjo, harmonica and electric and acoustic bass. He was in the house band at the Whisky-A-Go Go and has worked with Little Anthony, Sonny and Cher, Sonny Knight, Suggie Ottis, The Lettermen, The Coasters, Etta James, and many others. Mike is an accomplished songwriter and teamed with poet Les Buffham to write "Nobody Kisses Their Horse Anymore," which was nominated for several WMA awards.
Mike brings a different approach to playing the bass. He thinks the main goal of a bass player is to join with the other rhythm instruments in laying down the "rug" that supports the lead instruments and vocalists. "Less is more" when it comes to playing the bass, says Mike. "One right note is so much more effective than two wrong ones."
Mike will explain the relationship between chords and where the bass fits in the picture. He will be explaining the use of the circle of 5ths and the Nashville system of playing songs in different keys. He will cover what patterns to play on different types of songs. Mike will use the bass guitar for demonstration but everything will be directly applicable to the upright bass. Mike encourages everyone to bring a bass guitar.
Reserve a seat, as this may fill-up: 818-365-8709 or gncbrown2009@live.com
Workshop fee is $10; age 15 & under are FREE. (Does not include entry into the museum.)
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in Altadena:
4 pm "GUITAR WORKSHOP: Developing a Powerful Practice Routine" with master guitarist and composer KEN BONFIELD at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; reservations, 626-798-6236.
Bonfield leads a 90-minute workshop for guitarists and musicians of any level. This is an in-depth look at the routines and strategies he has employed to overcome injury and learn new playing techniques. He includes playing in a multitude of alternate tunings, playing slide guitar, and most recently playing 11-string Harp Guitar.
All mastered without lessons.
Bonfield will share with you how you, too, can be your own best teacher. In this workshop,Bonfield will show guitarists, or musicians on any instrument, how to set reasonable goals while sharing time-tested approaches to daily practice that will have you reaching your goals faster than ever.
If you feel like learning anything new is a tough slog, or if you've found yourself plateaued in your playing, this workshop msy be just the thing for you. While you won't go home with a cool new lick, you will leave with the information to develop a plan to learn whatever it is YOU want to learn.
He adds, "As a bonus, after you've adopted the Bonfield approach to practice for 30 days,there's a great chance you'll be playing what you've already been playing better than you ever."
Bonfield does this 90-minute afternoon workshop, and an evening concert at 7 pm. (See 7 pm listing.)
The Workshop fee is $25; tickets for the concert are $20 and include the new CD. Combined tickets for both the concert and workshop are $40 and include Bonfield's new album, "Legacy."
3) CONCERTS, etc.:
Sat, Aug 3, in Hollywood:
10 am PACIFICO DANCE COMPANY plays the "Big! World! Fun!" children's / family series at the John Anson Ford Amphitheatre, 2580 Cahuenga Bl East, Hollywood 90068; 323-461-3673.
Sat, Aug 3, in Malibu:
3 pm CUESTA RIDGE plays Malibu Family Wines at Saddle Rock Ranch, 32111 Mulholland Hwy, Malibu 90265; 818-889-0120.
Sat, Aug 3, in SFV (Resesa):
3-6 pm "RESEDA RENAISSANCE --CELEBRATION OF RESEDA'S '80s ROCK 'N ROLL HISTORY" is a retrospective with current artists and a chance to participate, at Continental Art Supplies, 7041 Reseda Bl, Reseda 91335.
Do you remember when Wolf & Rismiller's Country Club was a prime music venue?
The Outreach Committee of the Reseda Neighborhood Council hosts this arts event "to celebrate Reseda's days of being the music hot spot in the Valley in the '80s."
Special guests will talk about their experiences of being part of that scene: Richard Bruland, former owner of Bebop Records, Sal Guitarez, house photographer of The Country Club 1982-1984, and poet "Beatle John" Turney (aka "The King of Reseda") will all talk about Reseda in the '80s.
"Reseda" will feature artworks, photography and videos by local artists inspired by Reseda.
Valley artist Jodi Bonassi will unveil her latest barbershop painting of Medina's in Reseda (She put iconic figures from today's Reseda in the barber chairs), while Levi Ponce and his crew will paint a mural, and many other artists and photographers will display works which represent or are inspired by Reseda.
For detailed info, contact Spike Dolomite Ward, Co-chair, Outreach Committee, at sdward@resedacouncil.org.
Artists can contact Spike for guidelines to participate.
Guest speakers share stories about what it was like to be at the center of the Reseda 80s music scene.
A poet from the era will read poetry inspired by Reseda during that time.
Announcements will be made regarding more arts related events coming up for the "Reseda Renaissance."
Viewing of the art and videos in the gallery runs 6-9 pm.
Beginning at 7 pm, scheduled speakers are:
• Richard Bruland, former owner of Bebop Records, will talk about his record store which also served as an art gallery and performing arts space which featured many well known performers.
• "Beatle John" Turney (aka "The King of Reseda") will read poetry about Reseda from his book, "The King of Reseda."
• Sal Guitarez, house photographer of The Country Club from 1982 -1984, will talk about having full access to the bands and the house to shoot his photos, what Reseda was like during that time, and how he benefitted by attending Reseda High School where he was a student of legendary photography teacher Warren King.
• Norm Harris, owner of Norm's Rare Guitars, will tell stories about selling guitars to famous musicians while his shop was located (for decades) on Vanowen and Tampa.
• New L.A. City Councilman Bob Blumenfield will introduce himself and speak about his vision for Reseda.
• Levi Ponce and his crew will be painting a Michelangelo mural on the north wall of Continental Art Supplies during the show. The store will remain open during the event.
• Various Reseda-owned businesses will sell food, and the Cleveland HS Robotics Club will sell beverages as their fundraiser.
"Through the arts, the community will come together, promoting good will while supporting the local economy at the same time. This event is a reminder that Reseda was once the center of music in the Valley. We can do it again," says the Reseda Neighborhood Council.
Sat, Aug 3, in OC (Irvine):
5:30 pm BOB DYLAN plus WILCO and MY MORNING JACKET and RYAN BINGHAM play the "Americanarama Festival of Music," a mega-concert at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre (formerly OC Amphitheatre), 8808 Irvine Center Dr, Irvine 92618; 949-855-8095 or 800-745-3000.
Sat, Aug 3, in Pasadena:
6 pm "MUMBO GUMBO FEST" with WRECK N SOW at Boston Court, 70 N Mentor Av, Pasadena 91116; 626-683-6883.
Sat, Aug 4, in Arcadia:
Time tba "SATURDAY NIGHT MUSIC PARTY" with performing host J.C. HYKE and guests MARK HEFFINGTON and EDDIE CUNNINGHAM, at Matt Denny's Ale House, 145 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia.
J.C. tells us they will be playing a mix of originals and cover songs on the same hospitable covered patio that's home to his weekly Tuesday night acoustic showcase series. No cover.
Sat, Aug 3, in Long Beach:
7 pm PADDY'S PIG brings authentic and original Irish music to The Red Leprechaun, 4000 E Anaheim St, Long Beach 90804; 562-494-8726; www.redleprechaun.com
Info on the band at www.paddyspig.com
Sat, Aug 3, in OC (Brea):
7 pm DOUG MacLEOD & DENNY CROY continue their tour of the Lucille's BBQ locations, bringing classic and original acoustic blues, this time at 1639 E Imperial Hwy, Brea 92821; 714- 990-4944.
Sat, Aug 3, in Altadena:
7 pm "ARTISTRY OF THE GUITAR" with Boston-based American Fingerstyleguitarist master guitarist Ken Bonfield, is a solo concert at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; reservations, 626-798-6236.
"Legacy," Bonfield's fifth solo CD and his 7th overall, is a blend of old and new songs performed entirely solo on a variety of instruments he brings on the road. They include his newly-acquired custom Carruth guitar (http://www.alcarruthluthier.com); a 2007 baritone guitar that Bonfield likens to a plucked cello; a 2010 11-string Harp Guitar that has a standard guitar's 6 strings plus an additional 5 'sub-bass' strings that allow Bonfield to play bass and guitar at the same time; and his 2012 Small Jumbo Carruth 'Green' guitar made entirely from sustainable North American hardwoods. He is an advocate of sustainable woods, like walnut, cherry, persimmon, and maple, as well as making use of salvaged wood, such as the Redwood top on his guitar acquired in the mid 1970s from a 12-foot-tall stump -- the tree itself was originally 'harvested' in the late 1800's.
Thus, the album name, "Legacy," has meaning. Produced by New England master engineer Tom Eaton, it was fully funded through a Kickstarter "crowd funding" campaign by Bonfield's fans.
In the spirit of the way it was funded, everyone who pays for a concert ticket gets a free CD. As venue impresario Bob Stane says, "That's a pretty good deal."
Bonfield does a 90-minute afternoon workshop at 4 pm and an evening concert at 7 pm, both here today. (See 4 pm listing.)
Bonfield's 90-minute workshop for guitarists and musicians of any level on Saturday afternoon is called "Developing a Powerful Practice Routine," and it's at 4 pm.
Tickets for the workshop-only are $25. Tix for the concert-only are $20, and include Bonfield's new CD "Legacy." Combined tickets for both the concert and workshop are $40 and include Bonfield's new album, "Legacy."
8 pm JAMES INTVELD, guitarist for Hogn Fogerty and many other stars, plays the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia.
Venue has reasonable cover, good food with generous portions, and full bar. Fun place, but take earplugs. Seriously.
Sat, Aug 3, in Santa Monica:
SOLD OUT: 8 pm ALBERT LEE plays McCabe's, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-824-4497; www.mccabes.com.
Tix, $24.50.
Sat, Aug 3, in downtown L.A.:
8 pm PETER CASE, the great songwriter and guitarist from THE PLIMSOULS, plays the "Pershing Square Downtown Stage" FREE summer concert series in Pershing Square, 532 S Olive St, downtown Los Angeles 90013; 888-LA-PARKS.
Sat, Aug 3, in Culver City:
8 pm SEVERIN BROWNE and JAMES HURLEY share a double-bill at Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City 90230; 310-398-2583.
James tells us, "Severin and I last performed together way back in January for a capacity audience at Beckman Institute Auditorium [at the prestigious Caltech Folk Music Society Series] in Pasadena..... And had a blast! After that show we agreed that if the opportunity arose to do something like that again we'd jump on it. Well, I'm happy to report that opportunity knocked, we listened, and the show will go on!"
James continues, "I'll be playing songs from past albums, probably a surprise or two and also a number of songs from the as-yet unfinished new album as well."
SEVERIN BROWNE is a stalwart on the Southern Cal folk music scene, after being the first white songwriter hired by the Motown label. He is a member of the exceptionally talented Browne family, with another accomplished songwriter as a brother, a fella by the name of Jackson Browne.
A night with James and Severin will be memorable. Both these performers deliver fine individual shows. Tix are $15 and reservations are strongly advised.
8:30 pm ANDRE THIERRY & AJ GIBBS play a "Crawfish Fest After-Party" at Harvelles Long Beach, 206 The Promenade North, Long Beach 90802; 310-395-1676.
Sunday's Sections:
WORKSHOP for ARTISTS
in Santa Monica:
1-2:30 pm "MUSICAL SAW SEMINAR" with DANNY MOYNAHAN at McCabe's, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-824-4497; www.mccabes.com.
Danny Moynahan is a composer, singer-songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist. He plays saw in a variety of contexts, including film, theater, live music venues, and playing "Happy Birthday" over the phone for his friends and family. You, too, can get those otherworldly sounds from this most unlikely instrument with Danny's expert instruction. Topics to be covered include:
♪ proper technique for getting a sound out of your saw
♪ finding pitches, playing intervals, and using vibrato (i.e. making music)
♪ playing songs (finding the range and starting pitch)
♪ amplifying your saw (pick-ups and mic placement)
He'll also discuss equipment, musical contexts, and "sawing resources." Bring your own or buy one of the saws they have for sale at McCabe's. Danny says, "You'll be cutting your own musical niche in no time!"
Workshop fee (1 session) $40.
in San Pedro:
1 pm "FINGERSTYLE GUITAR WORKSHOP: DEVELOPING A PRACTICE ROUTINE" by KEN BONFIELD, at Alva's Showroom, 1417 W 8th St, San Pedro 90732; registration & info, 310-519 1314.
Sun, Aug 4, near Ojai:
Time tba JOHN REISCHMAN & THE JAYBIRDS plus CINDY KALMENSON & THE LUCKY DUCKS play the "Ojai Concert Series" at Dancing Oak Ranch, located on Hwy 150, a few miles above Lake Casitas.
Dancing Oak Ranch is one of the coolest places to beat the summer heat and a fun place to hear live music. For 6 years, hosts
have been the "go to" spot for outstanding traveling bands and local music lovers looking to enjoy them in the best of outdoor setting. We offer a picturesque amphitheater of green grass under majestic oaks tucked away in a secluded canyon. Our shows feature a beautiful stage, state of the art sound system, an optional potluck, our new treehouse viewing platform and a bonfire at the break.
After hosting the Young Dubliners in May (with over 300 in attendance), our next concert, on Sunday August 4th will feature the Canadian based world-renowned 5-piece band, John Reischman and the Jaybirds as they perform their own creative blend of playful folk and energetic bluegrass, perfect for a lazy Sunday afternoon under the oaks picnicking with family and friends. The band fashions a stylish, elegant take on bluegrass that is at once innovative and unadorned, sophisticated and stripped-down, happily old-fashioned, yet unselfconsciously new. Members are: John on mandolin, Jim Nunally on guitar, Trisha Gagnon on bass, Nick Hornbuckleon banjo, and Greg Spatz on fiddle.
To see their live show is to believe in magic and their genial blend of story-telling and side-show humor provides the backdrop to their studied performance of original songs, instrumentals, and newly arranged traditional material. After years of world tours, five critically acclaimed albums, two Juno nominations and two Canadian Folk Music Award nominations, its little wonder FolkWax says, "the Jaybirds offer clarity, energy, good ensemble work, classy originals, and an adventurous approach"
Gates will open at 3:00PM and at 4:00PM the opening act will be local Ojai sweetheart Cindy Kalmenson and her band The Lucky Ducks, as she sings heart-felt and funny originals with her distinctive folk/country flavor that has made her a regular favorite with the Ojai Concert Series. So come any time after 3:00PM, bring a dish to share and have a picnic with friends, family and the band on the grass under the oaks. We supply the cups, plates, juice, coffee & water, but it's B-Y-O-B if you want anything stronger (remember, you'll still have to drive home, so please drink responsibly). Bring a low-back deck chair, a blanket, a jacket for cooler weather, plus a small flashlight to help find your vehicle after the show and you can even bring friendly, well behaved dogs on a leash.
Tickets are $20 in advance, or at the gate, and kids under 15 years are free. For more info call Shane: (805) 665-8852 For directions to Dancing Oak Ranch or advanced tickets, go to: ojaiconcertseries.com.
Sun, Aug 4, in Altadena:
7 pm THE UKELELE ORCHESTRA OF THE WESTERN HEMISPHERE, a big outfit with small instruments, plus THE SINGER & THE SONGWRITER duo, at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; reservations, 626-798-6236.
Start thinking "Alt Uke" and get ready for something entirely different: The Ukelele Orchestra of the Western Hemisphere. Direct from Silverlake and locally grown, there's nothing quite like this 15-20 ukelele "wall of sound" -- at least not in the Southern California area of the Western Hemisphere.
But don't show up expecting a repertoire of lilting Hawaiian melodies. Instead, be prepared to hear unique arrangements and mash-ups, with songs ranging from Radiohead,and David Bowie, to yes, even Led Zeppelin and Dolly Parton.
Plus, THE SINGER & THE SONGWRITER, the original duo of RACHEL GARCIA & THU TRAN. "The Singer and The Songwriter is an L.A.-based duo that blends folk and jazz to create a catchy, modern sound inspired by vintage styles." They have played at The House of Blues, "The Eagle Rock Music Festival," and Silverlake Lounge, and are currently working on their debut full-length album. Oh, and this original duo are former members of The Ukelele Orchestra of the Western Hemisphere.
Venue impresario Bob Stane says, "Join the resurgence of the ukulele, the happiest instrument in all the hemispheres. See what the buzz is all about this group. Just show up – and you will leave way happier!"
Sun, Aug 4, in Santa Monica:
8 pm TOM MCDERMOTT, plus special guest RUTHANN FRIEDMAN, at McCabe's, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-824-4497; www.mccabes.com.
STILL AHEAD…
in August and beyond, in 2013
8 pm PETER BRADLEY ADAMS plays McCabe's, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-824-4497; www.mccabes.com.
Sat, Aug 10, in Santa Monica:
8 pm ETHAN JOHNS plays McCabe's, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-824-4497; www.mccabes.com.
Sun, Aug 11, in Santa Monica:
8 pm ROY ZIMMERMAN, the greatest political-comedic singer-songwriter of our time, plays McCabe's, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-824-4497; www.mccabes.com.
Thu, Aug 15, in Riverside:
7:30 pm MARK BARNETT brings his "ROY ORBISON TRIBUTE" show to The Box at the Fox Entertainment Plaza, 3635 Market St, Riverside; www.riversideblackbox.com+Advance tix $22, at www.brownpapertickets.com
Fri, Aug 16, in Santa Monica:
8 pm BARRY McGUIRE & JOHN YORK bring Barry's "TRIPPIN' THE '60s" song and story retrospective of the music 1960s, loaded with personal anecdotes, to McCabe's, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-824-4497; www.mccabes.com.
Sat, Aug 17, in Santa Clarita:
7 pm LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS play the "SANTA CLARITA SUMMER CONCERT SERIES" in the park at 27150 Bouquet Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita 91351; http://arts.santa-clarita.com/Index.aspx?page=42.
8 pm I SEE HAWKS IN L.A. plus the DAVE GLEASON TRIO play McCabe's, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-824-4497; www.mccabes.com.
Aug 22-25,
in OC (Costa Mesa):
Times tba "WAVELENGTH FESTIVAL OF MUSIC" brings performances by BONNIE RAITT, THE AIRBORNE TOXIC EVENT with PACIFIC SYMPHONY, The Music of PINK FLOYD: "THE DARK SIDE OF THE MOON" played live in its entirety with Pacific Symphony (with KCRW's Jason Bentley announcing), at the OC Fair & Event Center at Pacific Amphitheatre in Costa Mesa.
Over four summer evenings, Wavelength features a diverse array of contemporary musicians, in most cases performing with members of the PACIFIC SYMPHONY. It's a key part the symphony's 35th anniversary season initiatives, and described as "the launch of a new musical endeavor."
Sat, Aug 24, in Ventura:
7:30 pm Cajun blues band PORTERHOUSE BOB & DOWN TO THE BONE play the "MUSIC UNDER THE STARS" series at historic Olivas Adobe, 4200 Olivas Park Dr, Ventura; www.cityofventura.net/mus. Reservations recommended, these events always sell-out.
8 pm ERNEST TROOST and RAY BONNEVILLE team-up to play McCabe's, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-824-4497; www.mccabes.com.
8 pm MARK "POCKET" GOLDBERG & TERRY EVANS play McCabe's, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-824-4497; www.mccabes.com.
Aug 30-Sep 1, FESTIVAL, in Rhode Island:
Annual "RHYTHM & ROOTS FEST" in Ninigret State Park, RI. Go to www.rhythmandroots.com for info.
September, 2013 (Early Look)
Fri, Sep 6, in Santa Monica:
8 pm JILL SOBULE plays McCabe's, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-824-4497; www.mccabes.com.
Sat, Sep 7, in Ventura:
7:30 pm LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS play the "MUSIC UNDER THE STARS" series at historic Olivas Adobe, 4200 Olivas Park Dr, Ventura; www.cityofventura.net/mus. Reservations recommended, these events always sell-out.
Sat, Sep 7, in Santa Monica:
8 pm MATT THE ELECTRICIAN plays McCabe's, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-824-4497; www.mccabes.com.
Sun, Sep 8, in Santa Monica:
8 pm BUFFY FORD STEWART plays her CD RELEASE and JOHN STEWART TRIBUTE SHOW featuring special guests tba, at McCabe's, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-824-4497; www.mccabes.com.
Sep 13-15, FESTIVAL, in Central Cal:
Annual "AMERICAN RIVER MUSIC FESTIVAL" at 950 Lotus Rd, Lotus CA. PAUL THORN plays the fest on Sunday, here from Mississippi with his bluesy, rockin' Southern roots music. His 2012 release, "What the Hell's Goin' On," came in at #2 in the Top 100 Roots Rock records in the Roots Music Report.
Fri & Sat, Sep 13 & 14, in Santa Monica:
8 pm CHERYL WHEELER plus special guest KENNY WHITE at McCabe's, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-824-4497; www.mccabes.com.
Sun, Sep 15, in Santa Monica:
8 pm DENNY LAINE plays McCabe's, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-824-4497; www.mccabes.com.
Fri, Sep 20, in Santa Monica:
8 pm THE DUSTBOWL REVIVAL plays McCabe's, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-824-4497; www.mccabes.com.
Sat, Sep 21, in Santa Monica:
8 pm JIM KWESKIN (of jug band fame) with THE CROCKETT SISTERS (late of THE EVANGENITALS), at McCabe's, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-824-4497; www.mccabes.com.
8 pm JOHN DOYLE, the Celtic guitar virtuoso, plays McCabe's, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-824-4497; www.mccabes.com.
8 pm THE DEL-LORDS play McCabe's, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-824-4497; www.mccabes.com.
October, 2013 (Very Early Look)
Sat & Sun, Oct 5 & 6,
in Culver City:
Annual "HARVEST FESTIVAL OF DULCIMERS" sponsored by Southern California Dulcimer Heritage. Details when we get them. More on the festival and other dulcimer-based bands and dulcimer-related events throughout the year at the organization's site, www.scdh.org.
Sat, Oct 5, in Pasadena:
8 pm CHRIS PROCTOR plays the "PASADENA FOLK MUSIC SOCIETY at CALTECH" series in Beckman Institute Auditorium (aka "Little Beckman") on the Caltech campus in Pasadena; 626-395-4652. Park in either of two lots at the end of Michigan Av, south off Del Mar.
Fri, Oct 25, in Santa Monica:
8 pm STEPHEN KELLOGG, plus special guest FORT ATLANTIC, plays McCabe's, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-824-4497; www.mccabes.com.
Sat, Oct 26, in Santa Monica:
Time tba THE NE'ER DUWELLS, the all-star Irish band with KEN O'MALLEY, plays the Santa Monica History Museum, 1350 7th St, Santa Monica 90401.
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