Kugelplex - Saturday, Oct 4, 7:30 pm
One of the most well-respected, young Klezmer bands on the West Coast, these six musicians perform old and new styles of Klezmer (Traditional Jewish music) on clarinet, accordion, mandolin, violin, bass, percussion and vocals.
Richard Smith - Saturday, October 25, 2008
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.
Molly's Revenge - Saturday, November 1, 2008, 7:30
Celtic Series
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 jigs and reels bring these dance tunes up to date with a driving, hard-edged accent that always leaves audiences shouting for more.
Celia Malheiros - Saturday, November 8, 2008, 7:30
World Music
After another world tour, the multi-instrumentalist, composer and singer is back with an exciting high energy, All Star Band featuring Rich Kuhns on piano and accordion. Bring your dancing shoes!
DME - Saturday, November 15, 2008, 7:30
Harmonica
The premiere of Damien Masterson Ensemble’s "The Beauty of the Classical Harmonica," featuring recording artist - harmonica whiz Damien Masterson; Julio Reyes, guitar; Allison Lovejoy, piano.
http://www.damienmasterson.com/about-damien/resume
Lavay Smith and Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers - Saturday, Nov 22, 7:30
A modern day jazz and blues diva with a singing style reminiscent of Billie Holiday and Dinah Washington, Lavay Smith, with her hot band, evokes an era of glamour and sex. See Lavay with the Skillet Lickers at
http://www.lavaysmith.com/
Pacifica Poetry Festival - Sunday, November 23, 2008, 2:00
Popular Santa Cruz poet Bert Glick reads from his work, plus poetry by Rod Clark, Anna Boothe, Camincha. With Tom Ekkens and the Green Tea Band. Special Adm: $10 general; $5 seniors & students.
Marin Chamber Players - Sunday, November 30, 3:00
Celebrating the 100th anniversary of French composer Olivier Messiaen’s (1908-92) birth, this quartet of violin, clarinet, cello and piano will perform Messiaen’s rarely heard Quartet for the End of Time and other pieces.
Skyline Concert Choir - Sunday, December 7, 2008, 3:00
Elizabethan Holiday
Jude Navari conducts the Skyline Concert Choir, with pianist Elizabeth Ingber and recorder ensemble SDQ, in celebration of the season with music related to 16th century England. Special Admission: $10, $5.
Seaside Singers - Friday, December 12, 7:30
Seasonal Music
A program of holiday music featuring the Seaside Singers and other musical ensembles from the community. A concert for the whole family - includes a holiday sing-a-long! Special Adm: $5 or $8 families.
The Curios - Saturday, December 13, 2008, 7:30
Original Music
The Curios host their 11th annual Winter Concert and CD release party! Nancy Hall and Lee Parvin have a brand new CD bursting with their own brand of quirky folk-funk and pirate cabaret. Always original!
Nucleus Jazz Quartet - Saturday, December 20, 2008, 7:30
Yuletide Jazz
Get in the holiday spirit with unique arrangements of classic carols, plus great tunes by Corea, Hancock, and Jarrett. Alex Bootzin, piano; Ruben Salcido, sax/flute; Steve Cassinelli, bass; Kevin McAuliffe, drums.
Golden Bough - Sunday, December 21, 2008, 3:00
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 - 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.”
Patrick Ball is a friend of our hall
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.
