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POSADA VIBES: Second Sundays Market at PLACELB

POSADA VIBES: Second Sundays Market at PLACELB

POSADA VIBES is the culminating event for Second Sundays, a workshop series at PLACELB where we open up space to teaching artists to share a part of their process with the community. We invite folks to meet local artists, makers, and community arts-organizations &...
Open rehearsal of the ORU SECO, @ the iconic Acres of Books

Open rehearsal of the ORU SECO, @ the iconic Acres of Books

Join us this Saturday at 3:00 PM in Downtown Long Beach for an open rehearsal of the ORU SECO, pulling through the iconic Acres of Books. Experience the incredible talents of Mike Ellison (IYA), Seung Park (ITOTELE), and Matt Crane (OKONKOLO) in a stunning space,...
UP CLOSE AND CLASSICAL – MOZART & GRIEG String quartets

UP CLOSE AND CLASSICAL – MOZART & GRIEG String quartets

Limor Toren and Jackson Snead, violins, Nicholaus Yee, viola and Alicja Blanquart, cello will play two string quartets: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s quartet #17 “The Hunt” in B-flat major, and Edvard Grieg’s quartet #1 in G-minor. Admission is...
Brunch on Vinyl

Brunch on Vinyl

Join us for “Brunch on Vinyl” – the ultimate fusion of delicious food and classic tunes! Enjoy a mouthwatering brunch while grooving to vinyl selections from Long Beach’s finest DJs, and dig through thousands of rare and hard-to-find records from 10 vinyl vendors. 📅...
Zeparella

Zeparella

This all-female Led Zeppelin powerhouse band brings the classic rock of Led Zeppelin. Hear favorites like “Dazed and Confused” and “Whole Lotta Love” as well as less covered songs like “The Rover.”
Los Pinguos Concert & Workshop

Los Pinguos Concert & Workshop

Hailing from Buenos Aires, LA-based Los Pinguos return with their danceable upbeat mix of Latin rhythms, reggae, rock and rumba flamenco. Pre-concert workshop: From Buenos Aires to Los Angeles
Kyshona

Kyshona

Kyshona’s lyrics of hope and strength and her dynamic blend of roots, rock, R&B and folk have earned critical acclaim from NPR Music and Billboard Magazine.
Windy Sings Whitney & Wine Tasting

Windy Sings Whitney & Wine Tasting

International jazz-pop-soul artist and “our very own San Pedran” Windy Barnes sings the music of Whitney Houston plus a full set of spectacular ‘70s dance covers. Taste fine wines. Wine Tastings are led by professional sommelier, Jean-Philippe...
Taylor Made Tapestry

Taylor Made Tapestry

Stephen Bock and Carla Buffa recreate the James Taylor & Carole King 2007 reunion show at the Troubadour. Hear favorites: “You’ve Got a Friend,” “Fire and Rain,” “It’s Too Late” and more.
Bob Malone

Bob Malone

High-energy piano rock and blues from Malone, known as John Fogerty’s touring keysman and for his recorded work with Ringo Starr. Called a “keyboard wizard” by The New Yorker, Bob Malone has amassed a loyal international fan base through over 25 years of touring and...
Peace Frog The Music of Jim Morrison & the Doors

Peace Frog The Music of Jim Morrison & the Doors

Recreating the magic and intensity of a Doors concert with their famous dramatic rock flair, hear intoxicating renditions of “Hello, I Love You,” “Light My Fire,” “L.A. Woman” and many Jim Morrison classics. Based out of Venice, California, this highly acclaimed act...
J2B2 (John Jorgenson Bluegrass Band)

J2B2 (John Jorgenson Bluegrass Band)

Bluegrass supergroup blends “high lonesome” harmonies and masterful picking with West Coast folk and Americana. John Jorgenson (acoustic guitar/mandolin/vocals) first came to national attention in the mid ‘80s with successful country-rock act The Desert...
Sean Lane & the Hellhounds

Sean Lane & the Hellhounds

Delta blues and roots to driving rock ‘n’ roll, master slide guitar player and his power band deliver a raw, distinctive sound. Sean Lane is a singer-songwriter who plays solo-acoustic Delta style blues and also fronts a four-piece electric combo. Sean Lane &...
Noche Latina

Noche Latina

Noche Latina is a free celebration of Hispanic Heritage and community, hosted by Renaissance High School for the Arts and sponsored by the Long Beach Health Department Advancing Peace Initiative. There will be fun activities for all ages, including a live DJ and...
The David Robert Pollock Variety Hour

The David Robert Pollock Variety Hour

Modern folk singer-songwriter David Robert Pollock (formerly known as DCR Pollock) returns to the Annex to premiere his new “David Robert Pollock Variety Hour,” featuring guest appearances by talent from across the LA music scene. This show brings to life his short...
Mustangs of the West

Mustangs of the West

Trailblazing all-women quintet deliver sparkling, powerful and irresistible Country-Americana!
GROOVE IS IN THE ARTS: State of the Arts Reception 2024

GROOVE IS IN THE ARTS: State of the Arts Reception 2024

🎉  Let’s celebrate the arts with music, dance, and creativity at our State of the Arts Reception in 2024!  Welcome to GROOVE IS IN THE ARTS: State of the Arts Reception 2024! Join us for a night of creativity and community at Altar Society Brewing and Coffee Co....
Kontrapunktus presents BACH & TELEMANN: Collegium Musicum

Kontrapunktus presents BACH & TELEMANN: Collegium Musicum

KONTRAPUNKTUS returns this August with its first Long Beach concert in over one year when the debut their newest and most ambitious classical production yet, “BACH & TELEMANN: Collegium Musicum” and also features the long awaited return of phenomenal soloist,...
THE AMERICAN QUARTET by UP CLOSE AND CLASSICAL

THE AMERICAN QUARTET by UP CLOSE AND CLASSICAL

UP CLOSE AND CLASSICAL concert: the AMERICAN quartet. Sunday June 30th at 5:00PM at Holy Innocents Parish Hall, 425 E 20th street Long Beach, CA (Hall behind the church). Admission is free, donations appreciated. https://upcloseandclassical.com/ Limor Toren, violin,...
Ryujin Taiko Free Outdoor Concert

Ryujin Taiko Free Outdoor Concert

Take an afternoon break and get re-energized with the joyful drumming of Ryujin Taiko! Come to the Grand Annex (parking lot) for this FREE 30-minute Make Music LA Day event. About Make Music Day Each year, on June 21, Make Music Day celebrations happen across the...
Reflections: How Does It Feel? (Long Beach)

Reflections: How Does It Feel? (Long Beach)

Join us for Reflections: How Does it Feel?, an intimate afternoon of poetry, storytelling, music and dance performances at the Billie Jean King Main Library in Long Beach, where we will explore our emotional connection to the River, nature and each other. Reflections...
Reflections: How Does It Feel? (Studio City)

Reflections: How Does It Feel? (Studio City)

In celebration of the summer solstice, join us for our next River Session on June 22nd! This mini arts festival will take place along the LA River, on the greenway by the Richard Lillard Outdoor Classroom- an amphitheater surrounded by rewilded native landscaping. It...
Open Mic LB at Partake

Open Mic LB at Partake

This event occurs every 2nd and 4th Friday. Join us at Partake Collective for a night of music, poetry, comedy, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just looking to share your talents, this is the place for you! Our stage is open to all, so come...