Music
SDSU Community Music School Offers Music and Dance Lessons
The SDSU Community Music School, a program of the San Diego State University School of Music and Dance, is designed to serve both the University community and the San Diego region by providing high-quality, accessible and diverse music and dance instruction for everyone. Master teachers specialize in providing the basics to beginners as well […]
Blues Legend Buddy Guy Graces the Stage at Belly Up
Buddy Guy is a pioneer of the Chicago blues sound and has served as an influence to some of the most notable musicians of his generation. In the 1960s Guy was a member of Muddy Waters’ band and was a house guitarist at Chess Records. He can be heard on Howlin’ Wolf’s “Killing Floor” […]
San Diego/Argentina Big Band Todo Mundo Release “Conexion”
Not many bands I’ve ever heard of started in Argentina and then picked up again in San Diego, made a big mark here and went on to build a following around the world. But few bands have the drive of Todo Mundo or the vision of its leader, singer and rhythm guitarist Santiago Orozco. […]
Bit of Alright at La Costa Coffee Roasters Aug. 9
I’m channeling Carey Driscoll of AMSDConcerts when I intone what might be his epitaph — “Take my word for it and come listen to these guys you’ve never heard of before!” That’s fitting to “Bit of Alright,” a duo comprised of John Rundle and Steve Grant, who will be playing a three-hour set at […]
11-year old Hailey Belle Releases CD to Benefit Victims of Child Crimes
Last year, 11-year old Hailey Belle participated in the Zoe’s Rescue Walk. Later that day, she recorded her first song, which led to “Here I Come,” Belle’s 10-song CD of covers, with the money raised going to the cause. Belle has donated over $300 thus far, a sum that is, as they say “real money!” […]
20th Annual Tradition
A couple of months ago, I spoke about my Dad and Mom, who have both passed away. People who know me and my family understand how important traditions and legacy were to my parents. We used to help organize and volunteer for the annual bazaar of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church in Denver, Colorado. […]
The Big Apple Showcases at the Lafayette Hotel
The Hillcrest Wind Ensemble celebrates “The Big Apple” at the Mississippi Room in the Lafayette Hotel, 2223 El Cajon Boulevard at 7 p.m., Saturday, July 27. Music from Broadway and the Big Band era will fill this historic ballroom. The Mississippi Room will be transformed into a 1940’s cabaret with food and drink available. […]
RUNA Evokes the Living Tales in Celtic Songs at AMSD
RUNA breathes fresh life into traditional Celtic music by digging deep into the songs and tunes to discover the universal human thread that binds past to present. With influences ranging from bluegrass to jazz, the Philadelphia-based band delivers high-energy, stirring live performances that connect these age-old stories with emotions that continue to move and […]
Happy Together Tour at Del Mar Fair, July 4th
On 4 July 2023, as music enthusiasts flocked to the Del Mar Fairgrounds in California for the Happy Together Tour concert, there was an unexpected synergy of nostalgia and excitement in the air. The concert, featuring six iconic musical acts from the 1960s and 1970s, transported the audience back in time with their timeless tunes. […]
