Southern California Ukulele Events Calendar
This site is still in development. We hope to have an interactive calender grid up soon.
|
October
2008 Southern California Ukulele Events
NOW You can hear KPFK 90.7 FM in
many parts of SAN DIEGO COUNTY.
Give it a try and please let us know how the reception is! Fri September 26, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
The Smokin' Menehunes
Location: Catalina Fish Kitchen in Huntington Beach, CA
The Smokin' Menehunes will be performing this at the
Catalina Fish Kitchen (Magnolia and Garfield, Huntington Beach)
As usual, they will have special guests such as Bill Tapia
joining in the fun.
Sat September 27,
2008
IMOHF 6th Annual Fundraiser 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Lu'au in the Park - South Pacific Island Journey IMOHF 6th Annual Fundraiser La Habra Heights Park 1885 N. Hacienda Rd. La Habra, CA 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission: $25 Adults, $10 Kids (3-12) Ono Food, entertainment, hula show, workshops & vendor booths. Info: http://www.imohf.com
Saturday,
September 27, 2008 4:00 pm
Madame Pamita's
Salon of the Supernatural: A Spirited Soiree at the Casa de Sousa
Casa de Sousa - Olvera
Street, 634 N. Main Street, Los Angeles, CA, 90012
Sunday, Sept 27th
7pm
Janet Klein and
Her Parlor Boys
"Backstage" at the Coffee Gallery 2029 N. Lake Altadena, Ca. 91001 Reservations/Information: (626) 398-7917 Cost: $20.00 http://www.coffeegallery.com/showsat.htm
Thursday, October 2nd Steve Allen Theatre Janet & the Boys with special guests from Osaka, Japan The Sweet Hollywaiians! 4773 Hollywood Boulevard
LA, CA 90027
Friday, October 03, 2008 & Saturday, October 04,
2008
7th Annual Southern California Ukulele Festival
Friday is club night where 7 local ukulele clubs perform,
admission is free.
Saturday
45+ workshops in; hula, beginning, intermediate, advanced ukulele,
songs, Hawaiian language and culture, slack key guitar, Hawaiian steel
guitar, workshops by Kanile'a and DaSilva ukuleles, 35 vendors, food.
An evening luau and concert featuring Ohta San and Ka'ala Carmack, Roy
Sakuma and more!
Held at Cerritos Park East
Order tickets through the website.
Cerritos Park East
Community Center
13234 E. 166th Street Cerritos, CA 90703
Times: Friday 5:00-10:00 pm, Saturday All Day
Sunday, October 5th, 2008 Hike starts at approx 3:30 pm
The Natural Stage Project Presents: The Uketober Fest 2008!
Performers: Ukelear Winter, Ukulady, Madame Pamita,
Watercolor Paintings, and more!
This
is a very unique project. A hike from 1 to 4 miles (round trip) in
nature with an acoustic performance at a natural stage.
Check out The Natural Stage Project for location and more
info http://www.myspace.com/thenaturalstageproject
Sunday, October 5th Maxwell DeMille's Cicada Club The beautiful 1928 Oviatt Building once
again hosts the
Scintillating Syncopations of
Janet Klein & her Parlor Boys
617 South Olive Street
LA, CA 90014 2 shows 8:00 and 9:30 Come for dinner and dancing No admission or cover charge, but a
dinner reservations will guarantee seating 213-488-9488
Monday October 6th, 7-10 PM
$50 per ticket
Various performances including
Jim "Kimo" West, Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar
"We Tell Stories" Benefit Concert
Firefly Bistro
1009 El Centro St,
South Pasadena, CA All proceeds benefit 'We Tell Stories', a 501 (c) 3 organization dedicated to educating and entertaining children
through the art of storytelling.
Please visit www.wetellstories.org
for more details!
Saturday October 11th 10am - 6 pm
The Hui O Hawai'i will be having their annual luau
Cyril Pahinui will be the featured
performer.
9310 Fanita Parkway
Santee Lakes, CA 92071 Info: http://www.huiohawaii.org/
Sunday October
12th
Janet Klein and
Her Parlor Boys
2 shows 3:00pm and 7:00pm Muckenthaler Cultural Arts Center 1201 West Malvern Ave. Fullerton, CA 92883 $20. (advance tix $15.) Tix available in advance
at www.themuck.org
Friday, October 17th 9:00pm
The Valentino Wormwood Society Brings you an evening with Janet Klein & Her Parlor Boys Victorian Magic Lantern
slide show
And Absinthe tasting at the historic Hollywood Forever
Cemetery
Snappy attire requested
For more details and advanced tickets, keep updated at:
www.steveallentheater.com
The Boulder Acoustic Society will
performing on these following dates:
Oct 22 7:30pm Cerritos Center for the
Performing Arts Cerritos, CA
Oct 23 7:00pm Coffee Gallery Backstage
Altadena, CA
http://www.coffeegallery.com/showsat.htm
Oct 24 8:00pm Mission City Coffee
Roasting-Presented by Fiddling Cricket Santa Clara, CA
Oct 25 8:00pm Westside Theater
Newman, CA
Oct 26 Concert and Ukulele Workshop at DaSilva's
Workshop Berkeley, CA
Oct 27 7:30 Ukulele Club of Santa
Cruz Workshop Santa Cruz, CA
and Victoria Vox will performing on these
following dates:
Oct
25 2008 7:00P Coffee Gallery Backstage o/f The Mighty Echoes,
$18
Altadena, California http://www.coffeegallery.com/showsat.htm
Oct 27 2008 8:00P Coffee Gallery Backstage o/f The Hot
Frittatas Italian Trio, $15 Altadena, California
Oct 28 2008 8:00P Coffee Gallery Backstage co-bill w/
Stonehoney, $15 Altadena, California
Info: http://www.victoriavox.com/
_________________________________________________________________ Weekly Events: Every Sunday: Makena
10:00 am Center for Inspirational Living Long Beach Playhouse, Long Beach, California More Info: http://www.myspace.com/makenamusic Every Sunday: Island
Breeze is a talented trio of musicians who play contemporary Hawaiian
music. In addition to accompanying the Lokelani's dancers, the band is
available to provide entertainment for special events. Roy Asuega leads
the group, singing, drumming, and playing guitar. Ron Reyes and Mata
Grey play ukulele and bass while providing background vocals.
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Give us a call at (714) 437-1146 or drop us an email at music@lokelanisroti.com Riptide in Newport Beach, CA 27741 Crown Valley Pkwy Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Every Friday: Uncle Henry Kalana Kamae
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Uncle henry and pals play most every Friday night at Bob's Okazuya. Call ahead to be sure he is in. Bob's Okazuya 16814 S Vermont Ave, Gardena, CA (310) 515-2250 Island Breeze 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Island Breeze
Garlic Jo's 2332 West Coast Highway Newport Beach, CA A Monthly Party on the Fourth Saturday of Every Month
Time: 4PM-8PM An Esoteric Early Evening Soiree at the Casa de Sousa Join Madame Pamita at 4PM for an opening ceremony to lift
the veil between the seen and unseen worlds.
Partake in a detailed private card reading with Madame Pamita between 4PM-7PM (be sure to come early to write your name on the sign up sheet to ensure a spot) At
7PM, learn the ancient art of Milomancy (divination using apples) as
Madame Pamita gives an interactive class to teach you the skill of
fortune telling.
http://www.myspace.com/madamepamitaCome early, bring an acoustic instrument for an old time hootenanny and plan to spend the entire evening relaxing, conversing, enjoying music, drinking, eating and delving into the mystical with friends old and new. This is an open party - friends and family of all ages are welcome and of course there is no charge! 634 N. Main Street (enter on the Olvera Street side: W-19 Olvera Street) Los Angeles, CA 90012 213.703.5236 http://www.madamepamita.com |
| August
2008 Southern California Ukulele Events Aloha! Hope you're all having a great summer. Here are a few upcoming Ukulele events in the Southland. Also some weekly events and club listings. There is always something for every Ukulele fan going on, so check the list and mark your calendars! Thurs July 31st 11:00 am (PST) on KPFK 90.7 FM (98.7 FM Santa Barbara) www.kpfk.org Ukulele spotlight on "The Global Village" with special guest, Jazz Ukulele great Benny Chong Can also be heard live online at http://www.kpfk.org or http://www.kwire.org or as an archive Thursday afternoon here: http://archive.kpfk.org August 2-3, 9:00am - 4:00pm Na Mea Hana Lima Hawaiian Cultural Fair San Diego Mission Bay Boat & Ski Club 2606 N. Mission Bay Drive, San Diego, CA 92109 http://www.huiohawaii.org/NaMeaHanaLima.html TUESDAY, August 19. Show Time: 8:00 P.M. Tix: $15 TOM RODWELL....With Madame Pamita.... Tom Rodwall...Housewrecking spirituals, hard blues, work-songs and funky improvisations from UK-born and New Zealand-raised singer / guitarist Tom Rodwell, coming straight out of the wilderness to make you shout and stomp. Plus MADAME PAMITA....Enter into the curious and sublime world of Madame Pamita's Parlor of Wonders (www.madamepamita.com ), an old-time medicine show filled with mysticism, music and melodrama. Madame Pamita uses the powers of euphonious prognostication to tell audience member fortunes and plays rural blues, old time, jug band and proto-jazz numbers about romance and revenge and mirth and mayhem on an assortment of odd and bizarre vintage instruments. Coffee Gallery Backstage 2029 N. Lake Altadena, Ca. 91001 Reservations/Information: (626) 398-7917 http://www.coffeegallery.com/ Saturday, August 23, 2008 Time: 3:00 p.m. & 8:00 p.m. Eddie Kamae & the Sons of Hawaii Legendary uku'lele player Eddie Kamae opens the 2008-2009 Aloha Series. Eddie and Gabby Pahinui were at the start of the Hawaiian Renaissance with the original Sons of Hawaii in the early 70's and Eddie keeps the flame alive today. Ruth B. Shannon Center 13406 Philadelphia St Whittier CA 90608 www.ShannonCenter.org Sunday, August 31. Show Time: 7:00 P.M. Tix: $20 Caji & Salomé...voice, guitar, pandeiro, uke Caji comes from the rich cultural city of Salvador, Bahia in Brazil. Here Afro-Brazilian roots are blended with influences from around the world. A distinctive guitarist in the Brazilian style and unique singing interpretation redefines the grooves from his hometown. After studying classical and Brazilian music in college, he worked for an organization that provided relief throughout Brazil, giving him the opportunity to travel and play folk music with many people. His sophisticated acoustic guitar playing, sensitive voice and original compositions are a true expression of strong, sensual and percussive Brazilian music. Salomé, native from Portugal, joined him with vocals, pandeiro and ukulele. Born on the islands of Azores she moved to the cosmopolitan city of Montréal, where she was able to develop her unique musical style combining traditions of European music with the contemporary sounds of Brazil. Salomé brings to her music, the influences of many languages and cultures, transmitting a love for the Portuguese and Brazilian music and for the many cultures of the continents that surround her homeland islands: Africa, Europe, North, Central and South America, and a desire to bring them closer together in one voice. Coffee Gallery Backstage 2029 N. Lake Altadena, Ca. 91001 Reservations/Information: (626) 398-7917 http://www.coffeegallery.com/ _________________________________________________________________ Weekly Events: Every Sunday: Makena 10:00 am Center for Inspirational Living Long Beach Playhouse, Long Beach, California More Info: http://www.myspace.com/makenamusic Every Sunday: Island Breeze is a talented trio of musicians who play contemporary Hawaiian music. In addition to accompanying the Lokelani's dancers, the band is available to provide entertainment for special events. Roy Asuega leads the group, singing, drumming, and playing guitar. Ron Reyes and Mata Grey play ukulele and bass while providing background vocals. 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Give us a call at (714) 437-1146 or drop us an email at music@lokelanisroti.com Riptide in Newport Beach, CA 27741 Crown Valley Pkwy Mission Viejo, CA 92691 Most Wednesdays Madame Pamita's Parlor of Wonders at the hallowed halls of Taix Enjoy the musical fortune-telling delights and baritone ukulele of Madame Pamita accompanied by a surprise array of musical luminaries - Mme. P. never knows who to expect! A night of musical and mystical delights await you! And it's all FREE! Most nights starting at 9:30PM Check website for showtimes and lineup: http://www.madamepamita.com Taix 1911 Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90026 Every Friday: Uncle Henry Kalana Kamae 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM Uncle henry and pals play most every Friday night at Bob's Okazuya. Call ahead to be sure he is in. Bob's Okazuya 16814 S Vermont Ave, Gardena, CA (310) 515-2250 Island Breeze 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Island Breeze Garlic Jo's 2332 West Coast Highway Newport Beach, CA ================================================== Ukulele Clubs Every Monday at 1:00 PM The Corona Del Mar Ukulele club meets at the Oasis Senior Center in Corona Del Mar Everyone is welcome! 800 Marguerite Ave, Corona del Mar (949) 644-3244 http://recreation.city.newport-beach.ca.us/oasis.htm 2nd, 3rd & 4th Tuesday Nights 7 - 9 PM ~~~ KOLOHE 'UKULELE CLUB ~~~ KOLOHE WILL NOW BE JAM'N ISLAND STYLE ON THE 2nd, 3rd, & 4th TuesNites OF THE MONTH WITH UNCLE HENRY KAMAE......... MALAMA PONO & A HUI HOU ISLAND BAZAAR 16582 Gothard St. #R Huntington Beach, Ca. 92647 Every Wednesday 6 - 9 PM Moonlight Beach Uke Strummers A group of about 50 to 75 ukulele strummers (over 200 members on website) in Encinitas, North of San Diego. Location: Today's Pizza 481 SANTA FE DR., at the intersection of Hwy 5 and Santa Fe Dr. at the Vons Rite-Aid shopping center in Encinitas. BRING YOUR UKES AND JOIN US FOR A FUN TIME. Members from our group are from many Hawaiian High schools like Kamehameha, Punahou, StLouis, McKinley, AIEA, DAMIEN, MARYKNOLL, ROOSEVELT, FARRINGTON, CASTLE, KAILUA. Wednesday July 30, 2008 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm (This event repeats every week.) Ventura Ukulele Jam Location: Java Joe's @ Century 16 Center Street: 2950 Johnson Drive City State Zip: Ventura, CA Note: The Ventura Chapter of the Ukulele Society of America hosts its weekly ukulele jam at Java Joe's Coffee House in the Century 16 Center on Johnson Drive in Ventura, CA. Alan Ferentz is the Alaka'i (Conductor). From Alan -- "Please join us for our ukulele circle sing-along." Thursdays 6:30 PM 'Ukulele Jam' 40 to 50 ukulele players come and strum their hearts out. We also feature 2 or 3 soloists per session. Lots of fun. We ask a small donation, but just walk past the "collector" if there is a problem or objection to a donation. We love and wish to include all ukulele players who wish to come. Standard American Songs Repetoire...20's, 30's, 40's, 50's, 60's, 70's, and so on. Beach Boys, Jimmy Buffet, and a large selection of tunes. ISLAND BAZAAR 16582 Gothard St. #R Huntington Beach, Ca. 92647 Thursdays 6 - 9 pm Ukulele Society of America (USA) meets every Thursday evening in Oceanside. Conducted by Pat 'Palika' Enos, this new group has over 50 members, and growing every week. All levels of ukulele players welcome. For further information, email palika@socal.rr.com Ocean House of Carlsbad Village 300 Carlsbad Village Drive Alternating Thursdays 7:15 - 9:30 PM: The Jumpin Flea Circus Players It's large, eclectic membership gathers twice a month in Sherman Oaks for ukulele fun and fellowship. The Jumpin Fleas play songs from every time and place, though there's a fondness for tin pan alley, jazz standards, comedy and folk songs. Led by professor of uke Clay Allen, the first hour of the fleas meeting in dedicated to improving the musicianship of the players. The second hour reviews the club's favorite songs of the day. Come join us, won't you. You won't regret it! Info: http://www.jumpingflea.tumblr.com Church of the Chimes 14115 Magnolia Blvd Sherman Oaks, CA 91423 Saturdays 9:30 am - 11:00 am The Southbay Strummers Ukulele strummers of all ages and from all walks of life meet at the Bartlett Senior Citizens Center 1318 Cravens Ave. Torrance, California (310-320-5918) http://www.ukulelestrummers.com Saturdays 1 - 2:30pm NEW CLUB In Santa Barbara Newly forming ukulele/singing group meets every Saturday at the East Beach Bath House from 1:00 - 2:30pm. Bring a music stand, ukulele, and a portable chair. There is street parking on Ninos in front of the Zoo. Call Paul Halula at 882-2495 for more info ================================================== Coming up October 3rd & 4th The 7th Annual Southern California Ukulele Festival! Get details here: http://www.ukulelefestival.org ================================================== FOR AN EXTENSIVE WORLDWIDE CALENDAR OF HAWAIIAN MUSIC CONCERTS & EVENTS BE SURE TO CHECK OUT THE "HAWAIIAN CONCERT GUIDE"! http://www.hawaiianconcertguide.com/ |
July 2008 Southern California Ukulele EventsFriday June 27th 8 PM $5 cover King Kukulele Presents the June Destination of the Floatingt Luau, at the Tonga Hut. King Kukulele and the Friki Tikis will keep things lively as they play original Hapa Haole tunes and the standards. King is just back from performing in England, and bears gifts for all who come out to the show! PLUS: FREE Mahiki Rum tastings! Yes, the King has brought back Mahiki Rum from London. Be among the first Yankee Tiki-philes to sample Mahiki Rum, which only debuted one week ago at the Mahiki Mayfair in London. Papa Jules, creator of the Mahiki Rum, worked with Master Distiller Richard Seale, of Four Squares Distillery in Barbados, to create this Master-class rum. PLUS: The Polynesian Paradise Dancers will woo the audience into a hypnotic Hula trance with their swinging hips and flowing hair! Akemi and her girls will dance once again to their signature song Polynesian Paradise. AND: Back by popular demand, an encore presentation of Johnny Halifax's film "Tiki Tiki Tiki". AND: Ali Lexa, host of KPFK's Ukulele Spotlight, will be sitting in with the Friki Tikis. We'll see you at the Tonga Hut!!! Tonga Hut 12808 Victory Blvd North Hollywood, CA 91606 (818) 769-0708 From Los Angeles, take the 101 N. to 170N/Hollywood Fwy, exit 8B Victory, follow the signs for Vicotry Blvd West. From the West Side, take the 405 North to Victory Exit and take Victory East Friday June 27th 7 - 9 pm The Smokin' Menehunes will be performing at the Catalina Fish Kitchen Friday from 7pm to 9pm. Please come and enjoy the music and visit with friends. We perform there just about every last Friday of the month. Hope to see you there: Catalina Fish Kitchen 19171 Magnolia Huntington Beach, CA 92646 ph.: (714) 963-9921 Thursday, July 3rd 7:30 PM $17.00 Janet Klein & Her Parlor Boys Janet Klein & Her Parlor Boys Naughty, lovely and obscure musical gems of the 1910's, 20's and 30's performed with uncommon authenticity by the enchanting Janet Klein and her Parlor Boys. Film historian Jerry Beck presents rare vintage short films to open the show. at the Steve Allen Theater 4773 Hollywood Blvd. Los Angeles, California 90027 www.steveallentheater.com or phone for tickets - TIX: 800-595-4849 Tuesday July 8th 7 - 9 pm $20 Brittni Paiva The wonderful Brittni Paiva in concert. Island Bazaar 16582 Gothard St. Suite R Huntington Beach, CA 92647 (714) 843-9350 http://www.ukuleleparadise.com Wednesday July 9th Brittni Paiva in concert. WITH THE MOONLIGHT BEACH STRUMMERS Today's Pizza 481 SANTA FE DR. ENCINITAS, CA 92024 760-207-3376 At the intersection of Hwy 5 and Santa Fe Dr. at the Vons Rite-Aid shopping center in Encinitas. Thursday July 10 6 - 9 PM Free The 2nd Annual Southern California Ukulele Showcase! Japanese American National Museum in Little Tokyo. Last years event was a huge success, and we welcome you all to join us for another evening celebrating the ukulele! Here's this years lineup: We have the amazing instrumentalists Abe Lagrimas Jr, and Brittni Paiva each doing a set. From New York city "The Moonlighters", who perform fantastic renditions of 20's & 30's style music and Hawaiian Swing, will make their West Coast debut. Performing traditional Hawaiian songs and harmonies is Charles Kiaha and Ilima Lei Russel also known as "Moana". 2007 Na Hoku Hanohano winner Paula Fuga, who is well known for her work with Jack Johnson, will share her great original songs, delivered by her amazing voice. All this, hosted by Ali Lexa and King Kukulele with the Friki Tikis, will surely make for another memorable evening of ukulele! This is a free outdoor concert, sponsored by the Japanese American National Museum, the Los Angeles County Arts Commission, The James Irvine Foundation and others. Seating is on a first come basis. JAPANESE AMERICAN NATIONAL MUSEUM 369 East First Street Los Angeles, California 90012 phone: (213) 625-0414 More Info: http://www.janm.org/events/2008/07/#10 http://www.myspace.com/socalukeshowcase http://www.ukespot.com Friday July 11th 8PM $15 The Moonlighters The Coffee Gallery Backstage THE MOONLIGHTERS have been a part of the New York City jazz and pop music scenes since they formed in 1998. Based around a core of harmonized vocal-duets backed by warm acoustic instruments including Hawaiian lap steel guitar, ukulele, guitar and bass, they explore original, traditional and classic tunes with a unique, romantic approach. Their romantic lyrics and lyrical musicianship make them a favorite of lovers and jazz fans wherever they perform. The band members include Bliss Blood, vocalist and ukulele player; Cindy Ball, vocalist and guitarist, and Peter Maness on bass; and Mark Deffenbaugh on steel guitar. They have released four cds on their ONLIEST RECORDS label, "Dreamland" in 2000, "Hello Heartstring" in 2002, and "Live in Baden-Baden" in 2004, which features a performance recorded for German National Radio during their May 2002 tour of Germany, Switzerland, and Austria, and "Surrender" in 2006. Coffee Gallery Backstage 2029 N. Lake Altadena, Ca. 91001 Reservations/Information: (626) 398-7917 http://www.coffeegallery.com/ Saturday July 12th 7PM $20 IAN WHITCOMB & FRED SOKOLOW The Coffee Gallery Backstage Here they are Mr. Good Time Vaudeville and Mr. Jazz Man, gentlemen of great fun and world renown: IAN WHITCOMB has two hit records and a Grammy Award. This amusing British singer, songwriter will appear with FRED SOKOLOW. Coffee Gallery Backstage 2029 N. Lake Altadena, Ca. 91001 Reservations/Information: (626) 398-7917 http://www.coffeegallery.com/ July 12th (Sat.) 5:00pm Daniel Ho OC Makapo Aquatics Project 2008 Benefit Luau Newport Aquatic Center 1 White Cliffs Drive Newport Beach, CA 92660 $75 per person includes: reception, dinner & dessert, entertainment For tickets and more info, please visit: http://www.ocmap.org Saturday, July 12 Jeff Peterson & Steven Espaniola Workshops & Concert WORKSHOPS STEVEN ESPANIOLA, `ukulele workshop ..... $35, includes a FREE `ukulele t-shirt. 2007 Hawai`i Music Awards "New Artist of the Year". Featured performer at The First Annual Falsetto Festival.... July 13, 2008 Redondo Beach (see below) Steven will be covering various hawaiian rhythm patterns and strumming techniques. This class is geared towards beginner and intermediate levels. CONCERT..... $25 See both award winning musicians in an intimate performance at Happa Restaurant. 9:30 pm REGISTRATION / INFORMATION Doug Katsumoto 310-339-7205 LOCATION Happa Restaurant 1641 W. Redondo Beach Blvd. Gardena, CA 90247 Sun July 13th 2 PM $28.00-38.00 Falsetto Festival The biggest gathering of Hawaiian falsetto (leo ki'eki'e) artists outside of Hawai'i Showcasing the award-winning talents of Raiatea Helm, Gary Haleamau, Hoku Zuttermeister, Steven Espaniola, Auntie Geri Brigoli and Ryan Souza. Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center 1935 Manhattan Beach Blvd Redondo Beach, CA (310) 318-0644 Info: www.AlohaFalsettoFest.com Sat & Sun July 19th and 20th all day Alondra Park Ho'olaulea This year the Hawaiian Inter-Club Council of Southern California celebrates 30 years of hosting the annual ho'olaule'a at Alondra Park in the city of Lawndale. Come and enjoy the 'ono tastes of Hawai'i; the awesome entertainment; the arts and crafts area and patronize our member clubs who've worked diligently over the years to make this event the success that it is. Bring your 'ohana and friends and celebrate this year's theme, "Mahalo 'ia 'Oukou. Thank you to all who have supported us over the 30 years. Come and share in the spirit we call Aloha! Mahalo Ke Akua! Location: Alondra Park in Lawndale, CA Sunday, July 20th 4:00-8:00pm Free Janet Klein & the Boys will be playing a special event at the Historical Homestead Museum an idyllic nook in the City of Industry FREE all day event "ticket to the 1920s" Period style picnic'ng, wonderful music, vintage cars, frolic in your 20s picnic frocks and searsucker suits and straw boater hats, if you wish! For more info about this and other events as part of the 1920s weekend: http://www.homesteadmuseum.org/index.htm http://www.homesteadmuseum.org/events/index.htm _________________________________________________________________ Weekly Events: Every Sunday: Makena 10:00am Center for Inspirational Living Long Beach Playhouse, Long Beach, California Every Sunday: Island Breeze is a talented trio of musicians who play contemporary Hawaiian music. In addition to accompanying the Lokelani's dancers, the band is available to provide entertainment for special events. Roy Asuega leads the group, singing, drumming, and playing guitar. Ron Reyes and Mata Grey play ukulele and bass while providing background vocals. 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Give us a call at (714) 437-1146 or drop us an email at music@lokelanisroti.com Riptide in Newport Beach, CA 27741 Crown Valley Pkwy Mission Viejo, CA 92691 Most Wednesdays Madame Pamita's Parlor of Wonders at the hallowed halls of Taix Enjoy the musical fortune-telling delights and baritone ukulele of Madame Pamita accompanied by a surprise array of musical luminaries - Mme. P. never knows who to expect! A night of musical and mystical delights await you! And it's all FREE! Most nights starting at 9:30PM Check website for showtimes and lineup: http://www.madamepamita.com Taix 1911 Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90026 Every Friday: Uncle Henry Kalana Kamae 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM Uncle henry and pals play most every Friday night at Bob's Okazuya. Call ahead to be sure he is in. Bob's Okazuya 16814 S Vermont Ave, Gardena, CA (310) 515-2250 Island Breeze 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Island Breeze Garlic Jo's 2332 West Coast Highway Newport Beach, CA ======================================================== Ukulele Clubs Every Monday at 1:00 PM The Corona Del Mar Ukulele club meets at the Oasis Senior Center in Corona Del Mar Everyone is welcome! 800 Marguerite Ave, Corona del Mar (949) 644-3244 http://recreation.city.newport-beach.ca.us/oasis.htm 2nd, 3rd & 4th Tuesday Nights 7 - 9PM ~~~ KOLOHE 'UKULELE CLUB ~~~ ~~~ KOLOHE WILL NOW BE JAM'N ISLAND STYLE ON THE 2nd, 3rd, & 4th TuesNites OF THE MONTH WITH UNCLE HENRY KAMAE......... MALAMA PONO & A HUI HOU ISLAND BAZAAR 16582 Gothard St. #R Huntington Beach, Ca. 92647 Every Wednesday 6 - 9PM: Moonlight Beach Uke Strummers A group of about 50 to 75 ukulele strummers (over 200 members on website) in Encinitas, North of San Diego. We meet every Wednesdays from 6 PM TO 9 PM, at Today's Pizza 481 SANTA FE DR., at the intersection of Hwy 5 and Santa Fe Dr. at the Vons Rite-Aid shopping center in Encinitas. BRING YOUR UKES AND JOIN US FOR A FUN TIME. Members from our group are from many Hawaiian High schools like Kamehameha, Punahou, StLouis, McKinley, AIEA, DAMIEN, MARYKNOLL, ROOSEVELT, FARRINGTON, CASTLE, KAILUA. Thursdays 6:30 PM 'Ukulele Jam' 40 to 50 ukulele players come and strum their hearts out. We also feature 2 or 3 soloists per session. Lots of fun. We ask a small donation, but just walk past the "collector" if there is a problem or objection to a donation. We love and wish to include all ukulele players who wish to come. Standard American Songs Repetoire...20's, 30's, 40's, 50's, 60's, 70's, and so on. Beach Boys, Jimmy Buffet, and a large selection of tunes. ISLAND BAZAAR 16582 Gothard St. #R Huntington Beach, Ca. 92647 Every Thursday 6-9PM: Ukulele Society of America (USA) http://launch.groups.yahoo.com/group/Ukulele_Society_of_America Our Vision: Reaching Hearts . . . . . One Ukulele at a Time. Eia He Pu 'u Hulu (A Special Group of People) We are an ukulele group of 150 local members that meets at least once a week in Carlsbad, California to sing and play ukulele. We are the home group of Bill Tapia and Pat Enos! We watch the volume level so you can hear yourself play and each week is an ukulele workshop from Pat Enos on many aspects of playing ukulele from substitution chords, strums, vamps, and playing by ear. Beginners will be welcomed by our Kokua Team and loaner music books are available for first-timers. Many members teach songs as Guest Conductors and our musical tastes vary from George Formby, to Ukulele Jazz, to Traditional and Contemporary Hawaiian Mele. Hula dancers are welcome and dancing is encouraged. Visit and play with us and you will fit in at any Kanikapila in Hawai'i! Ocean House, Palm Room 300 Carlsbad Village Dr Carlsbad, CA 92008 (760) 729-4131 Alternating Thursdays 7:15 - 9:30 PM: The Jumpin Flea Circus Players It's large, eclectic membership gathers twice a month in Sherman Oaks for ukulele fun and fellowship. The Jumpin Fleas play songs from every time and place, though there's a fondness for tin pan alley, jazz standards, comedy and folk songs. Led by professor of uke Clay Allen, the first hour of the fleas meeting in dedicated to improving the musicianship of the players. Everything from playing technique to music theory is covered. The second hour reviews the club's favorite songs of the day. Come join us, won't you. You won't regret it! Info: http://www.jumpingflea.tumblr.com Church of the Chimes 14115 Magnolia Blvd Sherman Oaks, CA 91423 Saturdays 9:30 am - 11:00 am The Southbay Strummers Ukulele strummers of all ages and from all walks of life meet at the Bartlett Senior Citizens Center 1318 Cravens Ave. Torrance, California (310-320-5918) http://www.ukulelestrummers.com **NEW CLUB In Santa Barbara** Newly forming ukulele/singing group meets every Saturday beginning May 3rd at the East Beach Bath House from 1:00 - 2:30pm. Bring a music stand, ukulele, and a portable chair. There is street parking on Ninos in front of the Zoo. Call Paul Halula at 882-2495 for more info ======================================================= |
June 2008 Southern California Ukulele EventsSaturday May 31 & Sunday June 1, 2008 10:00AM -
6:00 PM Saturday May 31 9 PM $5 cover King Kukulele Presents: Debut of the Floating Luau The Floating Luau has arrived just in time for Tiki Season. After four years at anchor in Echo Park, Ca. Tiki Taix, the longest running show in Tiki is setting sail for exotic Ports O' Call. Our Floating Luau will be making stops all over Southern California. Our first Port is at the exotic Purple Orchid in El Segundo, Ca. Purple Orchid Exotic Tiki Lounge. 221 Richmond Sreet, El Segundo, CA. 90245 From the 405 take El Segundo Blvd. west, pass Sepulveda, pass Main Street, and turn right on Richmond Sreet. From the 105 west, keep going until you see Main Street and turn left. Go to Grand Ave and turn right. Turn left on Richmond Street. Sat, Sun June 7 & 8, 2008 All day events San Dimas Ho'olaule'a The San Dimas Canyon Nature Center Associates and the Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation presents the 21st Annual 2008 San Dimas Ho'olaule'a A fund raiser for nature programs and the feeding and care of the San Dimas Canyon Nature Center animals. Location: San Dimas Canyon Park in San Dimas, CA Sunday, June 22, 2008 5:00 pm Madame Pamita at The Echo (Grand Ole Echo) Madame Pamita 5PM Triple Chicken Foot 6PM The Black Tongued Bells 7PM All Ages! Free! The Echo, 1822 Sunset Bl., Los Angeles, CA, 90026 mark your calendars!... Coming up on July 10 The 2nd Annual Southern California Ukulele Showcase! Thursday July 10th from 6 - 9 PM at the Japanese American National Museum in Little Tokyo. This years lineup features the amazing singer songwriter and 2007 Na Hoku Hanahano winner Paula Fuga, also from New York performing 20's 30's tinpan and hawaiian swing "The Moonlighters", amazing young players Brittni Paiva and Abraham Lagrimas Jr., plus the wonderful duo Moana along with the antics of King Kukulele + the Friki Tikis, and more! More info here: http://www.myspace.com/socalukeshowcase Weekly Events: Every Sunday: Makena 10:00am Center for Inspirational Living Long Beach Playhouse, Long Beach, California Every Sunday: Island Breeze is a talented trio of musicians who play contemporary Hawaiian music. In addition to accompanying the Lokelani's dancers, the band is available to provide entertainment for special events. Roy Asuega leads the group, singing, drumming, and playing guitar. Ron Reyes and Mata Grey play ukulele and bass while providing background vocals. 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Give us a call at (714) 437-1146 or drop us an email at music@lokelanisroti.com Riptide in Newport Beach, CA 27741 Crown Valley Pkwy Mission Viejo, CA 92691 Most Wednesdays Madame Pamita’s Parlor of Wonders at the hallowed halls of Taix Enjoy the musical fortune-telling delights and baritone ukulele of Madame Pamita accompanied by a surprise array of musical luminaries - Mme. P. never knows who to expect! A night of musical and mystical delights await you! And it's all FREE! Most nights starting at 9:30PM Check website for showtimes : http://www.madamepamita.com Taix 1911 Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90026 Every Friday: Uncle Henry Kalana Kamae 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM Uncle henry and pals play most every Friday night at Bob's Okazuya. Call ahead to be sure he is in. Bob's Okazuya 16814 S Vermont Ave, Gardena, CA (310) 515-2250 Island Breeze 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Island Breeze Garlic Jo's 2332 West Coast Highway Newport Beach, CA Ukulele Clubs Every Monday at 1:00 PM The Corona Del Mar Ukulele club meets at the Oasis Senior Center in Corona Del Mar Everyone is welcome! 800 Marguerite Ave, Corona del Mar (949) 644-3244 http://recreation.city.newport-beach.ca.us/oasis.htm 2nd, 3rd & 4th Tuesday Nights 7 - 9PM ~~~ KOLOHE 'UKULELE CLUB ~~~ ~~~ KOLOHE WILL NOW BE JAM'N ISLAND STYLE ON THE 2nd, 3rd, & 4th TuesNites OF THE MONTH WITH UNCLE HENRY KAMAE......... MALAMA PONO & A HUI HOU ISLAND BAZAAR 16582 Gothard St. #R Huntington Beach, Ca. 92647 Every Wednesday 6 - 9PM: Moonlight Beach Uke Strummers A group of about 50 to 75 ukulele strummers (over 200 members on website) in Encinitas, North of San Diego. We meet every Wednesdays from 6 PM TO 9 PM, at Today's Pizza 481 SANTA FE DR., at the intersection of Hwy 5 and Santa Fe Dr. at the Vons Rite-Aid shopping center in Encinitas. BRING YOUR UKES AND JOIN US FOR A FUN TIME. Members from our group are from many Hawaiian High schools like Kamehameha, Punahou, StLouis, McKinley, AIEA, DAMIEN, MARYKNOLL, ROOSEVELT, FARRINGTON, CASTLE, KAILUA. Thursdays 6:30 PM 'Ukulele Jam' 40 to 50 ukulele players come and strum their hearts out. We also feature 2 or 3 soloists per session. Lots of fun. We ask a small donation, but just walk past the "collector" if there is a problem or objection to a donation. We love and wish to include all ukulele players who wish to come. Standard American Songs Repetoire...20's, 30's, 40's, 50's, 60's, 70's, and so on. Beach Boys, Jimmy Buffet, and a large selection of tunes. ISLAND BAZAAR 16582 Gothard St. #R Huntington Beach, Ca. 92647 Thursday evenings Ukulele Society of America (USA) meets every Thursday evening in Oceanside. Conducted by Pat 'Palika' Enos, this new group has over 50 members, and growing every week. All levels of ukulele players welcome. For further information, email palika@socal.rr.com Alternating Thursdays 7:15 - 9:30 PM: The Jumpin Flea Circus Players It's large, eclectic membership gathers twice a month in Sherman Oaks for ukulele fun and fellowship. The Jumpin Fleas play songs from every time and place, though there's a fondness for tin pan alley, jazz standards, comedy and folk songs. Led by professor of uke Clay Allen, the first hour of the fleas meeting in dedicated to improving the musicianship of the players. Everything from playing technique to music theory is covered. The second hour reviews the club's favorite songs of the day. Come join us, won't you. You won't regret it! Info: http://www.jumpingflea.tumblr.com Church of the Chimes 14115 Magnolia Blvd Sherman Oaks, CA 91423 Saturdays 9:30 am - 11:00 am The Southbay Strummers Ukulele strummers of all ages and from all walks of life meet at the Bartlett Senior Citizens Center 1318 Cravens Ave. Torrance, California (310-320-5918) http://www.ukulelestrummers.com **NEW CLUB In Santa Barbara** Newly forming ukulele/singing group meets every Saturdays beginning June 7th at the East Beach Bath House from 1:00 - 2:30pm. Bring a music stand, ukulele, and a portable chair. There is street parking on Ninos in front of the Zoo. Call Paul Halula at 882-2495 for more info |
| May
2008 So. California Ukulele Events Thurs April 24th 11:00 am (PST) on KPFK 90.7 FM (98.7 FM Santa Barbara) Ukulele spotlight with guests 'Tippy Canoe' and 'Uni & Her Ukelele' Can also be heard live online at kpfk.org or as an archive Thursday afternoon here: http://tinyurl.com/z6bmq Friday, April 25th from 7 to 9pm. The Smokin' Menehunes Catalina Fish Kitchen 19171 Magnolia St Huntington Beach, CA 92646 (714) 963-9921 Saturday, April 26 8 PM Janet Klein & Her Parlor Boys Talk about zany, wacky, madcap! The exciting Janet Klein will bring her ukulele and Her Parlor Boys and perform at Huntington Beach's Island at 8PM Saturday 4/26/08. Call soon to (714) 843-9350, for this should sell out. $20, and cc's accepted over the phone. Island Bazaar 16582 Gothard St, #R Huntington Beach, CA 92647 Shirley Orlando: Shirthings@aol.com Thursday, May 1 8 PM (every first Thursday of the month) Janet Klein & Her Parlor Boys Naughty, lovely and obscure musical gems of the 1910's, 20's and 30's performed with uncommon authenticity by the enchanting Janet Klein and her Parlor Boys. Film historian Jerry Beck presents rare vintage short films to open the show. Steve Allen Theater 4773 Hollywood Blvd.( 2 blocks west of Vermont) LA,CA http://www.steveallentheater.com 800-595-4849 Saturday, May 3 7:30 p.m. JAKE SHIMABUKURO El Camino College's Marsee Auditorium 16007 Crenshaw Boulevard Torrance Tickets: $26.00 and $22.00 Charge by phone (310) 329-5345 or toll free (800) 832-2787 In Person: At Marsee Auditorium, open Mon-Fri 10 am to 6pm Sunday, May 4th, 6:30-9:30 IAN WHITCOMB & HIS TRIO w/Fred Sokolow on guitar, Dave Jones on bass Ian will regale you with music from the teens & twenties, Tin Pan Alley & English Music Hll... Ian's a unique entertainer, must be seen to be believed! CANTALINI'S 193 Culver Blvd., Playa Del Rey, 90203 Listen to great music from the 30s & 40s while eating great Italian food! No cover, but it fills up quick so make reservations: (310) 821-0018 Fri. May 9, 8:00pm Daniel Ho as special guest with the El Camino College Youth Orchestra Arts Nova Sinfonia El Camino College Campus Theater 16007 Crenshaw Blvd. Torrance, CA Tickets: $20 Free parking 1-800-832-ARTS or (310) 329-5345 www. centerforthearts. org Sunday, May 11th Mothers Day! Janet Klein & Her Parlor Boys at the Old Town Music Hall (Home of the Mighty Wurlitzer) with special guest, the legendary Bob Mitchell 140 Richmond St. El Segundo, California 90245 $20 Janet Klein & Her Parlor Boys, One Night Only! You ain't heard nothin' yet! Home of the Mighty Wurlitzer! (310)322-2592 http://www.otmh.org Friday May 23 & Saturday May 24 Kimo Hussey Ukulele great and famed musicologist Kimo Hussey is coming to Huntington Beach's Island Bazaar on Memorial Day Weekend performing a workshop on Friday, 5/23, at 7PM and a concert on Saturday, 5/24, at 8PM. A real friend of SoCal ukulele activity Kimo appeared at Island Bazaar one year ago for a terrific similar event. We're so honored to have him back. Not only a wonderful entertainer he is one of the co-authors of the Hawaiian musical anthology "He Mele Aloha." If you are anywhere near HB, come join the fun! Tickets are $15 workshop and $20 concert and can be had through Island Bazaar at (714) 843-9350 or also please, check out the new cool website at www.ukuleleparadise.com Island Bazaar 16582 Gothard St, #R Huntington Beach, CA 92647 Shirley Orlando: Shirthings@aol.com Sunday, May 25th Janet Klein & Her Parlor Boys Maxwell DeMille's Cicada Club 617 S. Olive St. Los Angeles, California 90014 The beautiful 1928 Oviatt Building once again hosts the Scintillating Syncopations of Janet & her boys. No cover charge but a dinner reservation will guarantee seating. 213-488-9488 for dinner reservations. ========================================================== Weekly Events: Every Sunday: Makena 10:00am Center for Inspirational Living Long Beach Playhouse, Long Beach, California Island Breeze is a talented trio of musicians who play contemporary Hawaiian music. In addition to accompanying the Lokelani's dancers, the band is available to provide entertainment for special events. Roy Asuega leads the group, singing, drumming, and playing guitar. Ron Reyes and Mata Grey play ukulele and bass while providing background vocals. 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Give us a call at (714) 437-1146 or drop us an email at music@lokelanisroti.com Riptide in Newport Beach, CA 27741 Crown Valley Pkwy Mission Viejo, CA 92691 Every Friday: Uncle Henry Kalana Kamae 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM Uncle henry and pals play most every Friday night at Bob's Okazuya. Call ahead to be sure he is in. Bob's Okazuya 16814 S Vermont Ave, Gardena, CA (310) 515-2250 Island Breeze 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Island Breeze is a talented trio of musicians who play contemporary Hawaiian music. In addition to accompanying the Lokelani's dancers, the band is available to provide entertainment for special events. Roy Asuega leads the group, singing, drumming, and playing guitar. Ron Reyes and Mata Grey play ukulele and bass while providing background vocals. Give us a call at (714) 437-1146 or drop us an email at music@lokelanisroti.com Garlic Jo's 2332 West Coast Highway Newport Beach, CA ========================================================== Ukulele Clubs Every Monday at 1:00 PM The Corona Del Mar Ukulele club meets at the Oasis Senior Center in Corona Del Mar Everyone is welcome! 800 Marguerite Ave, Corona del Mar (949) 644-3244 http://recreation.city.newport-beach.ca.us/oasis.htm 2nd & 4th Tuesday Nights 7 - 9PM KOLOHE 'UKULELE CLUB ~~ Aloha All; Come join in the Island Style fun! A Hui Hou ~~ at ISLAND BAZAAR 16582 Gothard St. #R Huntington Beach, Ca. 92647 Every Wednesday 6 - 9PM: Moonlight Beach Uke Strummers A group of about 50 to 75 ukulele strummers (over 200 members on website) in Encinitas, North of San Diego. We meet every Wednesdays from 6 PM TO 9 PM, at Today's Pizza 481 SANTA FE DR., at the intersection of Hwy 5 and Santa Fe Dr. at the Vons Rite-Aid shopping center in Encinitas. BRING YOUR UKES AND JOIN US FOR A FUN TIME. Members from our group are from many Hawaiian High schools like Kamehameha, Punahou, StLouis, McKinley, AIEA, DAMIEN, MARYKNOLL, ROOSEVELT, FARRINGTON, CASTLE, KAILUA. Thursdays 6:30 PM 'Ukulele Jam' 40 to 50 ukulele players come and strum their hearts out. We also feature 2 or 3 soloists per session. Lots of fun. We ask a small donation, but just walk past the "collector" if there is a problem or objection to a donation. We love and wish to include all ukulele players who wish to come. Standard American Songs Repetoire...20's, 30's, 40's, 50's, 60's, 70's, and so on. Beach Boys, Jimmy Buffet, and a large selection of tunes. ISLAND BAZAAR 16582 Gothard St. #R Huntington Beach, Ca. 92647 *New Club* Thursday evenings Ukulele Society of America (USA) meets every Thursday evening in Oceanside. Conducted by Pat 'Palika' Enos, this new group has over 50 members, and growing every week. All levels of ukulele players welcome. For further information, email palika@socal.rr.com Alternating Thursdays 7:30 - 9:30 PM: The Jumpin Flea Circus Players It's large, eclectic membership gathers twice a month in Sherman Oaks for ukulele fun and fellowship. The Jumpin Fleas play songs from every time and place, though there's a fondness for tin pan alley, jazz standards, comedy and folk songs. Led by professor of uke Clay Allen, the first hour of the fleas meeting in dedicated to improving the musicianship of the players. Everything from playing technique to music theory is covered. The second hour reviews the club's favorite songs of the day. Come join us, won't you. You won't regret it! Info: http://www.jumpingflea.tumblr.com Church of the Chimes 14115 Magnolia Blvd Sherman Oaks, CA 91423 Saturdays 9:30 am - 11:00 am The Southbay Strummers Ukulele strummers of all ages and from all walks of life meet at the Bartlett Senior Citizens Center 1318 Cravens Ave. Torrance, California (310-320-5918) http://www.ukulelestrummers.com ======================================================= Coming Up on July 10th By Popular Demand! The Southern California Ukulele Showcase returns to the Japanese American National Museum on Thursday July 10 with an amazing collection of 'ukulele artists. Details coming soon. ======================================================= FOR AN EXTENSIVE WORLDWIDE CALENDAR OF HAWAIIAN MUSIC CONCERTS & EVENTS BE SURE TO CHECK OUT THE "HAWAIIAN CONCERT GUIDE"! http://www.hawaiianconcertguide.com/ |
| April
2008 So. California Ukulele Events Wednesday, March 26th 10:30 pm No Cover Madame Pamita (http://www.madamepamita.com) with Uni & her Ukelele plus Tippy Canoe TAIX, in the 321 Lounge 1911 Sunset Boulevard, Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA http://www.taixfrench.com Thurs Mar 27th 11:00 am (PST) on KPFK 90.7 FM (98.7 FM Santa Barbara) Ukulele spotlight welcomes guests Liz and Jim Beloff, to share some of their stories, music and discuss their latest project, including the new Ukulele / Exotica CD "Paradise Lost And Found". Can also be heard live online at http://www.KWIRE.ORG or as an archive and podcast Thursday afternoon here: http://www.ukespot.com and http://tinyurl.com/z6bmq Thursday, March 27th 8pm No cover THE EXPERI-MENTAL CAFE Judy Valencerina (http://www.myspace.com/listentojudy) with Uni & her Ukelele and Tippy Canoe 401 South A Street, Oxnard, CA http://www.myspace.com/experimentalcafe Saturday, March 29th THE TOMORROW SHOW Bizarre variety show. Music, comedy, madness. Hosted by Craig Anton, Ron Lynch and Brendon Small. Every Saturday night at midnight. Featuring Uni & her Ukelele and Tippy Canoe in The Steve Allen Theater at the Center for Inquiry - West 4773 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA http://www.steveallentheater.com/tomorrow $5 / Midnight / technically it‚s all ages, but it, uh, starts at midnight. Sunday, March 30th The Muse Project (http://www.myspace.com/themuseproject) with Uni & her Ukelele and Tippy Canoe, Amoeba Music & KXLU Radio present undergrounDNUOS at Charlie O's (in the Alexandria Hotel) 501 S. Spring Street, Los Angeles, CA http://www.myspace.com/undergroundnuos Amoeba music & KXLU's undergrounDNUOS is a nonprofit night of collaboration and experimentation. It is a monthly series set at various underground spaces, art galleries, warehouses, and strange bars embracing the concepts of improvisation in any genre and any sound. Created as a labor of love by a handful of Amoeba employees, it is designed to be a space for people to step outside of what they normally do and collaborate with others in an unexpected live setting. Featuring The Muse Project (http://www.myspace.com/themuseproject) with Uni & her Ukelele and Tippy Canoe, Izzy Cox (http://www.myspace.com/izzycox), Kawaiietly Please with Japanese Extreme Super Sushi Chef Assassin Kung Fu Master Drummer TAKA (http://www.myspace.com/kawaiietlyplease) and IDM Glitch Electro Laptop Quartet (lineup may include: Nosaj Thing, Cyrusrex, & others http://www.myspace.com/nosajthing, http://www.myspace.com/cyrusrexx) Thursday, April 3rd, 8pm Janet Klein & Her Parlor Boys CD Release Bash and Show!!!! Janet's 6th CD! entitled "READY FOR YOU" is....ready for you! Coney Island fun photos and treats to eats~! Jerry Beck's scintillating animated and musical film shorts! Come on down and help whoop it up! Steve Allen Theater 4773 Hollywood Blvd.( 2 blocks west of Vermont) LA,CA www.steveallentheater.com 800-595-4849 Wednesday April 9th HERB OHTA JR. Location: Today's Pizza 481 SANTA FE DR. Encinitas CA. Herb Jr. IS A UKULELE VIRTUOSO WITH FIVE ALBUMS TO HIS CREDIT. HERB JR. AND HIS MANAGER HAVE GRACIOUSLY AGREED TO DO THIS CONCERT FOR $15 PER PERSON. THE OTHER $5 IS THE REGULAR COST OF PIZZA AND SALAD. THE SCHEDULE FOR THAT NIGHT WILL BE: - 6PM TO 6:45 MOONLIGHT BEACH GROUP JAM SESSION - 6:45 TO 7:30 PIZZA TIME AND SOME TIME TO MEET HERB OHTA JR. AND GET AUTOGRAPHS FROM HIM - 7:30 TO 9 PM HERB OHTA JR. IN CONCERT PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CALL ME FOR MORE INFORMATION. PH: 760-207-3376. ALOHA AND MAHALO FOR BEING A PART OF THE MOONLIGHT BEACH UKULELE GROUP. FRANK LEONG, GROUP LEADER Thursday, April 17 at 9pm $10 The Ukulele Bartt Sextet will be at Aura in Studio City Deedee O'Malley will open the show and a great Beatle cover band, BeaTunes, will close the show. We'll be doing new songs and introducing our new saxophone player. Aura 12215 Ventura Boulevard Studio City, CA 91604 Tel: (818) 487-1488 http://www.auranightclub.com/ Friday, April 18, 2008 - Monday, April 21, 2008 Ukulele Cruise A 3 day Ukulele Cruise on Royal Caribbean Monarch of the Seas. More than 10 hours of workshops by Shirley Orlando and Pat Enos. Jam sessions every evening. Other workshops may be added. www.ukulelefestival.org or www.seacruises.com/uke Friday April 18th 10pm The Ukulady's Ponyshow Theme of the night - Golden Girls, Velveeta & Pantsuits Theatre Asylum 6320 Santa Monica Blvd, west of Vine In Hollywood www.myspace.com/UkuladysPonyshow Saturday April 19th between 10 AM and 1PM Local Blend will be playing Hawaiian standards and more at Bob's Okazuya in Gardena Local Blend is Dan Lagronio, Gregg Lum, Vince Pico & Gary Yano Sunday April 20, 2008 6:00pm Ledward Kaapana & Mike Kaawa with Jim "Kimo" West El Camino college, campus theatre 16007 Crenshaw Blvd Torrance, CA 90506 Friday, April 25th 10 pm No Cover King Kukulele presents: Tiki Taix King Kukulele the Friki-Tikis, with special guests and journeys into tiki-culture Taix Restaurant 1911 Sunset Blvd. in Echo Park Los Angeles 90026 One block north of the lagoon Friday April 25th 7 to 9pm Smokin Menehunes will be at the Catalina Fish Kitchen Friday April 25th 10pm The Ukulady's Ponyshow Theme - Leisurewear, Marshmallows & Googly Eyes Theatre Asylum 6320 Santa Monica Blvd, west of Vine In Hollywood www.myspace.com/UkuladysPonyshow Saturday, April 26th 8-10pm $20. Janet Klein & the Boys in Huntington Beach! Island Bazaar 16582 Gothard Street Ste R Huntington Beach, Ca 92647 (between warner and Heil) (714) 843-9350 for reservations and advanced tickets Sunday April 27th 4 to 7pm. Smokin Menehunes Buster's Beach House ========================================================== Weekly Events: Every Sunday: Makena 10:00am Center for Inspirational Living Long Beach Playhouse, Long Beach, California Island Breeze is a talented trio of musicians who play contemporary Hawaiian music. In addition to accompanying the Lokelani's dancers, the band is available to provide entertainment for special events. Roy Asuega leads the group, singing, drumming, and playing guitar. Ron Reyes and Mata Grey play ukulele and bass while providing background vocals. 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Give us a call at (714) 437-1146 or drop us an email at music@lokelanisroti.com Riptide in Newport Beach, CA 27741 Crown Valley Pkwy Mission Viejo, CA 92691 Every Friday: Uncle Henry Kalana Kamae 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM Uncle henry and pals play most every Friday night at Bob's Okazuya. Call ahead to be sure he is in. Bob's Okazuya 16814 S Vermont Ave, Gardena, CA (310) 515-2250 Island Breeze 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Roy Asuega leads the group, singing, drumming, and playing guitar. Ron Reyes and Mata Grey play ukulele and bass while providing background vocals. Give us a call at (714) 437-1146 or drop us an email at music@lokelanisroti.com Garlic Jo's 2332 West Coast Highway Newport Beach, CA |
[ home ] [ downloads ]
Info about Ali Lexa's 'ukulele Jazz group "Lexotica" can be found [ here ]
Email us: info[@]ukespot.com (remove the brackets)