Events for Monday, May 29 - Monday, June 12

We first came to know him through the global smash, "World Without Love," as one half of the British Invasion duo, Peter & Gordon. He returns--now a Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire-- in Peter Asher: A Musical Memoir of the 60s and Beyond, which brings a multimedia experience to the stage, …

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Dinner Special: Shrimp & Cod in a Spicy Coconut Broth Basmati Rice House Salad & Baguette *meat & veggie chili will be available to order at the counter ––– Presented in partnership with Jazz is Dead. Few musicians have ever reached the stature of Hermeto Pascoal. A true maestro and a cultural icon, he represents …

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The Sam Chase Trio, also known as “The God Particle Of Music,” by all who have hypothesized of his existence before his discovery 10 years ago, eminent singer-songwriter The Sam Chase strides out of the hadron collider flanked on one side by Chandra Johnson, violin heroine, and on the other by Devon McClive, renowned and …

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"Djangatos is a Los Gatos based acoustic trio that plays in the improvisational, fiercely rhythmic and lyrical style of Jean “Django” Reinhardt, the Belgian-born guitarist and composer who is celebrated for elevating so-called “gypsy jazz” to a wildly popular dance music form.  The Djangatos ultra traditional hot club sound is a banquet of complimentary nuances, warm …

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Dinner Special: Pistachio & Herb Stuffed Chicken Roasted Garlic & Tomato Crostini Arugula Salad with Mint, Tomatoes & Feta *meat & veggie chili will be available to order at the counter ––– Phoenix, the new album/project by rising-star saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin was masterfully produced by Terri Lyne Carrington alongside an incredible cast of special guests. …

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Singing the praises of the many services provided for those with vision loss, Vista Center will hold their annual benefit concert, Voices for Vista, on Wednesday, June 7 at Kuumbwa Jazz Center in Santa Cruz.  Three talented artists will delight the audience with popular songs and the best of Broadway throughout the evening. Featuring the …

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The Edward Simon Group featuring pianist Edward Simon, Reuben Rogers on bass, and Adam Cruz on drums, plus special guest, award-winning Mexican vocalist Magos Herrera and percussionist Luis Quintero, present a program entitled "Femeninas," which celebrates the legacy of Latin American women songwriters including Violeta Parra (Chile), Marta Valdes (Cuba), Chabuca Granda (Peru), Elizabeth Morris (Argentina) …

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Sin Sisters Burlesque is a female owned, produced, and operated show. An evening of burlesque brought to you by internationally renowned and award winning performers. Join the Sin Sisters as they celebrate their 12 year anniversary! Sin Sisters email Sin Sisters Facebook

Cris Williamson and Barbara Higbie join forces to serve up a selection of brand new material and some old favorites as well. "Barb and I always have so much fun playing together. It makes for a very joyous, and deep occasion whenever we do a show. We'd love to have you there in Santa Cruz, …

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One of the most strikingly unique artists of his generation, Pasquale Grasso has undoubtedly changed the way the world views jazz guitar. Born in Ariano Irpino, Italy, Grasso began playing guitar at a very young age. By the summer of 1997, his parents, who recognized the depth of their young son’s talent, sought out the …

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