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Stand and Be Counted

by Josh James
July 10, 2023

The Lobero’s anniversary season continues with a concert featuring the last band David Crosby assembled, playing the set list he crafted for the Lobero’s 150th birthday on February 22, 2023.

That core band, now called Stand and Be Counted, is a who’s who list of rock talent featuring Steve Postell, James Raymond, Stevie Distanislao, Dean Parks, Chris Stills, and Andrew Ford.

Limited VIP reception with the band immediately following the concert.

Steve Postell: guitar/vocals – David Crosby, Immediate Family, John Oates
James Raymond: keyboard/vocals – CSN, CPR, Oleta Adams, Spice Girls
Stevie Distanislao: drums/vocals – CSN, CPR, David Gilmour, Kenny Loggins
Dean Parks: guitar – Crosby/Nash, James Taylor, Lyle Lovett
Chris Stills: guitar/vocals – Stephen Stills, Ryan Adams
Andrew Ford: bass – CPR, Whitney Houston, Chaka Khan
Lara Johnston: vocals – Don Henley, Joe Walsh, Doobie Brothers
Ken Stacey: vocals – Michael Jackson, Phil Collins, Elton John
Nathan McEuen: guitar/vocals
Gracie Ray:
vocals

 

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Volver (The Comeback) by Tango Lovers

by Gina Graham
July 10, 2023

Hailed as one of the best tango companies in the world, the GRAMMY® Award-winners and World Tango Dance Champions have been awarded Best Show and Best Production of the Year numerous times over. Aiming to unite cultures and generations, the show features guest star Mr. Guillermo Fernandez. The iconic tango singer will accompany a cast of extraordinary musicians, dancers, and singers from Argentina and Uruguay as they journey across the globe to perform at various world-renowned theaters. Tangos from both the past and present will give the audience an experience they will never forget.

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“Journey Through Jazz” with Vieja Valley Elementary School

by Gina Graham
July 7, 2023

The Santa Barbara Vocal Jazz Foundation’s mission is to preserve vocal jazz as an original American musical form and provide vital music programming in schools for the purpose of developing future generations that appreciate and participate in vocal jazz music. The “Journey Through Jazz” program not only serves to teach vocal Jazz and Jazz history within the regular school day, but to introduce a desire in our youth for any type of musical or theatrical pursuit.

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An Irish Christmas 2023

by Gina Graham
July 6, 2023

Experience the joy of An Irish Christmas as seen on PBS! Enjoy all the holiday carols you know and love plus a spectacular high-energy display of Irish dancing at its very best. 

 “… Genuinely astonishing … electric!”   – The Village News 

An Irish Christmas is a celebration of family and community that showcases some of the great Irish holiday traditions and features award-winning dancers from Riverdance, Lord of the Dance and Celtic Wings. “Magical…glorious Irish music…remarkable…pure joy…a great Irish night!”   – The Irish Herald 

Come and be Irish for the Christmas holidays!

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SB Cottage Rehab 2023 – The Power Within

by Gina Graham
July 1, 2023

Join the Cottage Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation for an evening with Victoria Arlen, ESPN host, Dancing with the Stars semi-finalist, Gold & Silver Medalist Swimmer and inspirational speaker.

Hear Victoria’s inspiring story of recovery and rehabilitation after being diagnosed with two rare neurological disorders, Transverse Myelitis and Acute Disseminated Encephalomyelitis, at age 11 in 2005.

In a persistent vegetative state for four years, Victoria was unable to communicate with those around her—sometimes suffering from seizures for more than 20 hours per day. After a decade-long rehabilitation, she regained the ability to walk again in 2016 after being paralyzed from the waist down.

Learn how Victoria overcame all odds to walk and dance again.

victoriaarlen.com

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Dave Koz & Friends

by Gina Graham
June 28, 2023

Dave Koz has racked up an astoundingly impressive array of honors and achievements: nine GRAMMY ® nominations, 12 No. 1 albums on Billboard’s Current Contemporary Jazz Albums chart, numerous world tours, performances for multiple U.S. presidents, a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and more. A Platinum-selling artist, the California native is also known as a humanitarian, entrepreneur, radio host and instrumental music advocate. His 2020 album, A New Day, reached the No. 1 position on numerous jazz charts, including iTunes and Amazon, and delivered an unprecedented four back-to-back No. 1 hits on Billboard’s Smooth Jazz Airplay chart – “Side By Side” ft. David Sanborn, “Dr. Norm” ft. Paul Jackson, Jr., “The Closer We Get” and “Summertime in NYC.” Koz broke new ground with his 2021 release, The Golden Hour. Recorded live in the studio with a large jazz ensemble, the album marked his first full-length collaboration with guitarist/producer/internet sensation Cory Wong. In 2022, Koz celebrated the 25th anniversary of the Dave Koz and Friends Christmas tour with the release of his seventh and most intimate holiday album to date, Christmas Ballads, and a new all-star, 25-date tour.

Candy Dulfer rose to fame with high-profile collaborations with Dave Stewart (the worldwide No. 1 smash “Lily Was Here”) and the legendary Prince, whose tongue-in-cheek recommendation (“When I want sax, I call Candy”) in the “Partyman” video made the world sit up and notice the talented sax player at his side. Their collaboration continued over the years with many studio sessions, TV show appearances, award show performances (including the GRAMMY Awards ® ) and global concert tours. Candy joined Prince’s NPG band as a permanent member for his record-shattering Musicology tour and album. Her first solo album Saxuality earned her a GRAMMY Award nomination. The combined world-wide sales of her solo albums top 2.5 million copies, and she has had several No. 1 hits in the U.S. Candy’s new album, We Never Stop, includes the hit “Jammin’ Tonight” Ft. Nile Rodgers. Candy has been fortunate to work – both in the studio and on stage – with some of the biggest names in music, including Van Morrison, Maceo Parker, Sheila E., Mavis Staples, Lionel Richie, Beyoncé, Pink Floyd, Chaka Khan, Aretha Franklin and many others.

Eric Darius, internationally known as an elite Jazz/R&B/Pop saxophonist, songwriter, producer, and performer, recently dropped, “L.O.V.E Feat. Brian Culbertson” the third single from his seventh studio album, Breakin’ Thru, which debuted at #2 on the iTunes Top 40 Jazz Albums Chart. This project is an extra special milestone for Darius as it is his first release via his own independent label, SagiDarius Music. The title track and debut single for Breakin’ Thru has been a staple on Contemporary Jazz radio, reaching #1 on the Mediabase Smooth Jazz chart, as well as his second single, “Dare 2 Dream.” Breakin’ Thru features 10 original songs with co-production by Darius, Rodney Jones, Jr. (Chris Brown, Mary Mary, Mary J. Blige) and Butta N’ Bizkit (John Legend, Ne-Yo, Miguel, Ledisi).

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Pat Metheny – Dream Box Tour

by Josh James
June 27, 2023

In Fall 2023, 20-time GRAMMY® Award Winning Guitarist & Composer Pat Metheny is launching a solo tour, which will coincide with a new album release on BMG Modern Recordings, Dream Box. The tour, a first of its kind for Metheny, will feature personal and fan favorites from his nearly 50-year career.

Metheny says “A few years back, I did a short run of concerts that were not exclusively me and a single guitar, but pretty close. I loved it. Of course, I always have to take it somewhere else too, which by the end of those performances, I did manage to do (no spoilers here!), but what I have planned for the tour following the release of my new recording Dream Box, is something different for me, focused on the various ways of playing solo I have explored across all these decades in an evening that I think will be very special”.

Think about these recordings; New Chautauqua – a 1979 recording that almost single-handedly defined an era of instrumental steel-stringed Americana; Zero Tolerance For Silence – a shot across the bow of modern music making, the companion piece to parallel the GRAMMY® winning disc Secret Story; The Orchestrion Project, a project so outrageous in conception and execution that even a decade-plus later, it stands apart from any previous ideas of what a solo performer might achieve alone onstage.

And then consider and contrast those projects to the two back-to-back GRAMMY® winning solo Baritone guitar recordings, One Quiet Night and What’s It All About. Those recordings are not only among the most gorgeous pure solo guitar recordings, but they also introduced an entirely new tuning system that allowed Metheny to create an almost orchestral range from bass to soprano within the realm of a simple steel 6-string guitar.

Do you want access to pre-sales and discounted tickets while supporting jazz, blues, American roots, and music education?

Join the Circle today! 

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The Manhattan Transfer 50th Anniversary & Farewell Tour

by Josh James
June 27, 2023

The Manhattan Transfer has achieved an incomparable career of pop and jazz hits, a legacy that defines the group as it celebrates its 50th Anniversary. The legendary quartet has won 10 GRAMMY® Awards out of 20 nominations and has been inducted into both the Vocal Group Hall of Fame and East Coast Music Hall of Fame. With their current release, Fifty (Concord/Craft Recordings), the group has earned its 21st GRAMMY® nomination, this one for Best Jazz Vocal Album.

Do you want access to pre-sales and discounted tickets while supporting jazz, blues, American roots, and music education?

Join the Circle today! 

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“Journey Through Jazz” with Roosevelt Elementary School

by Gina Graham
June 23, 2023

The Santa Barbara Vocal Jazz Foundation’s mission is to preserve vocal jazz as an original American musical form and provide vital music programming in schools for the purpose of developing future generations that appreciate and participate in vocal jazz music. The “Journey Through Jazz” program not only serves to teach vocal Jazz and Jazz history within the regular school day, but to introduce a desire in our youth for any type of musical or theatrical pursuit.

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“Journey Through Jazz” with La Patera Elementary School

by Gina Graham
June 23, 2023

The Santa Barbara Vocal Jazz Foundation’s mission is to preserve vocal jazz as an original American musical form and provide vital music programming in schools for the purpose of developing future generations that appreciate and participate in vocal jazz music. The “Journey Through Jazz” program not only serves to teach vocal Jazz and Jazz history within the regular school day, but to introduce a desire in our youth for any type of musical or theatrical pursuit.

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SSB 23-24 – Other Voices

by Gina Graham
June 23, 2023

This contemporary rep program is a highlight of State Street Ballet’s season. A production of works that range from classical to experimental idioms, Other Voices showcases the talents of choreographers who push boundaries, redefining the art of dance.

 “a powerful, eclectic evening.”  – Santa Barbara Independent 

The repertoire features “As We Always Have” by Laurie Eisenhower (choreographer of the company’s popular “Bubbles”), and “Common Ground” by Edgar Zendejas.

New Works by Nilas Martins, Royce Zackery, and Nicole Powell round out the talent mix in a sweeping panorama of innovation.

Expect a fun and thought-provoking program.

Special Event May 10, following the performance
Join choreographers Nilas Martins, Royce Zackery, and Nicole Powell for a Q & A discussion about the making of their world-premiere pieces for Other Voices.

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SSB 23-24 – Cinderella

by Gina Graham
June 23, 2023

A favorite fairytale comes to life with crowd-pleasing contemporary choreography and music by Prokofiev. The vivid detail is captivating, from the stepsisters dancing lessons and Cinderella’s beautiful transformation, to the eerily staged ballroom scene and tolling of the midnight hour. As the magical encounters and plot twists unfold on stage, the charm of classical ballet cannot be denied. 

“get lost in beautiful moment after beautiful moment”     – Santa Barbara Independent 

Sit back, relax, and feel the love.

Choreography by Rodney Gustafson
Music by Sergei Prokofiev

Pre-matinée event Sunday, March 24, 2:30 pm  Hear the tale of Cinderella, told by a ballerina, on the lawn in front of the theatre.
This special story-time introduction is a highlight for young theatre-goers to engage with the company staff. Don’t miss it.
 

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CAMA 23-24 Sphinx Virtuosi

by Gina Graham
June 20, 2023

Founded in 1997 in Detroit, but with nationwide reach, the Sphinx Virtuosi is a dynamic and inspiring professional self-conducted chamber orchestra and serves as the flagship performing entity of the Sphinx Organization—the leading social justice non-profit dedicated to transforming lives through the power of diversity in the arts. Comprised primarily of Black and Latinx artists, a critical aim of the Sphinx Virtuosi is to evolve and transform the face of classical music through artistic excellence, pioneering programming, and impassioned community engagement. Its members serve as cultural and diversity ambassadors for audiences and communities around the United States during national tours, and perform annually at Carnegie Hall where The New York Times has praised the group as “…top-notch…more essential at this moment than ever…a vibrant, assured performance.”

PROGRAM:

BLACHE: Habari Gani (new work for Sphinx Virtuosi)
FARÍAS: Abran Paso (new work for Sphinx Virtuosi)
CASSARRUBIOS: Herencia (new work for Sphinx Virtuosi)
HAILSTORK: “Dona Nobis Pacem,” and “Exultate” from Sonata da Chiesa
FOLEY: Concertante for 2 double bass soloists with string orchestra (new work for Sphinx Virtuosi)
PERKINSON: Sinfonietta No.2, “Generations”

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CAMA 23-24 Sir Stephen Hough

by Gina Graham
June 20, 2023

One of the most distinctive artists of his generation and a longtime CAMA favorite, Sir Stephen Hough is a true Renaissance man, combining a distinguished international career as a pianist with those of composer, writer, and painter. Named by The Economist as one of “Twenty Living Polymaths” (a person of great learning and varied expertise), he was knighted in the Queen’s Birthday Honours in 2022 and was the first classical performer to be awarded a MacArthur Fellowship (“Genius Grant”) in 2001. Sir Stephen brings his trademark eloquence and precision to what will be his fifth Masterseries recital appearance at the Lobero, with music by composers close to his heart. From the mysterious and mystical realms of Mompou and Scriabin to the evocative imagery of Debussy and Hough’s own Partita, Hough leaves his stamp on all of this repertoire. His recital closes with a suite of pieces selected from the second volume of Liszt’s Années de pèlerinage—the famous “Petrarch Sonnets” as well as the astounding “Dante Sonata.”

PROGRAM:

MOMPOU: Cants màgics
DEBUSSY: Estampes, L.100
SCRIABIN: Piano Sonata No.5, Op.53
HOUGH: Partita (2019)
LISZT: From the Italian Book of Années de pèlerinage:
Petrarch Sonnets 47, 104, and 123
Après une lecture du Dante: Fantasia quasi Sonata (“Dante Sonata”)

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CAMA 23-24 Hélène Grimaud, piano

by Gina Graham
June 20, 2023

French pianist Hélène Grimaud is a deeply passionate artist who strongly believes that music dignifies the human experience by giving voice to thoughts and feelings. She believes that each concert must be an emotional event presented with an intense commitment, sustaining a mood from piece to piece, so that audiences feel pulled into a narrative. With an original and probing mind, she takes no note for granted in her performance—equal parts agile, independent, and elegant—that highlight her breathtaking musical intuition and inventiveness. Her multiple talents extend far beyond the instrument she plays with such passion and focus. She has also established herself as a committed wildlife conservationist, compassionate human rights activist, and writer. Her prodigious contribution to and impact on the world of classical music were recognized by the French government when she was admitted into the Ordre National de la Légion d’Honneur (France’s highest decoration) at the rank of Chevalier (Knight). She returns to the Lobero by popular demand with a commanding program of major works by Beethoven, Brahms, and Bach.

PROGRAM:

BEETHOVEN: Piano Sonata No.30 in E Major, Op.109
BRAHMS: 3 Intermezzi, Op.117
BRAHMS: 7 Fantasien, Op.116
BACH, arr. BUSONI: “Chaconne,” from Partita No.2 in D Minor, BWV 1004

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