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Grammy Winning Jazz Artist John Beasley Comes to Irvine Barclay Theatre

By Greer Wylder

June 01, 2022

Acclaimed jazz pianist, bandleader, and producer John Beasley brings his smashing 15-piece MONK’estra big band to Irvine Barclay Theatre on Thursday, June 9, at 8 p.m.In his three-decade-long career, Grammy Award winner and nine-time nominated pianist and composer, John Beasley, has worked with Miles Davis and Freddie Hubbard – playing in the bands of both trumpet legends while still in his 20s – as well as with Herbie Hancock, Steely Dan, Al Jarreau, Christian McBride (and even, for one night, with James Brown!) In this special Barclay performance, Beasley leads MONK'estra, his big band that captures the spirit of Thelonious Monk’s singular music…

LAWineFest Returns to the Long Beach Waterfront June 4 - 5

By Greer Wylder

June 01, 2022

LAWineFest returns to Harry Bridges Memorial Park at the Long Beach Harbor for the premier wine tasting event of the year June 4 and 5. Featuring award-winning wines from around the globe - plus craft brews and more - the park beside the historic Queen Mary sets the mood for LAWineFest to provide a relaxed space where fun, exploration, and wine education is balanced with artisan shopping boutiques, live music, great food trucks and more. And it’s for a great cause. This year the LAWineFest has again partnered with the Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club as its charitable partner, raising…

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San Diego Symphony Kicks off Summer Season at Waterfront Venue

By Greer Wylder

June 01, 2022

With summer right around the corner, the San Diego Symphony will be kicking off their outdoor summer concert season at their new, waterfront venue The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park on Friday, June 24! For those planning visits to San Diego this summer, The Rady Shell is a can't miss attraction. On the heels of launching the landmark venue last year, the Symphony's second summer season will have more concerts than ever before, with a lineup of esteemed artists, beloved movie performances, and more!Located in downtown San Diego on the Embarcadero, a concert experience at The Rady Shell is a feast for the senses. The venue…

South Coast Winery Resort & Spa’s Rhythm on the Vine® Concert Series

By Greer Wylder

May 31, 2022

Award winning South Coast Winery Resort & Spa’s Rhythm on the Vine® Concert Series presents the upcoming schedule of rock – and other music genres – concerts to be performed at the resort from the last week of July until the first week of October. The six concerts are proudly hosted by the resort in South Coast Winery’s outdoor courtyard. Headliners include much-loved, award-winning singers and instrumentalists from Los Angeles and beyond.Upcoming Rhythm on the Vine® Concert Series Line-up: Thursday, July 28 – Men at Work. A popular four-man Australian rock band, Men at Work is known for breakthrough hits such as “Down Under”…

Sketch & Watercolor Classes at Casa Romantica

By Greer Wylder

May 31, 2022

Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens in San Clemente provides programs for all ages in arts, music, history, horticulture, and literature and is a premiere Southern California cultural center.This summer enjoy Sketch & Watercolor Classes on Fridays, June 10, 17, 24, and July 1 at 10 a.m.$120 (Members $100) • All 4 weeks, including materials.Sketch and watercolor floral still life in the gardens with this class series led by local artist Kelly Gallaher.BUY TICKETSCasa Wellness and Arts Education is underwritten by Ed and Maggie ChangCasa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens is at 415 Avenida Granada in San Clemente.949.498.2139