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David James Archuleta is an American singer and songwriter of Hispanic/Latino descent. He won the Utah Talent Competition's children's division at age 10 and became the Junior Vocal Champion on season two of Star Search at age 12. In 2021, Archuleta came out as queer in an Instagram post and left the Mormon church the following year. He returned to […]
Alice Smith is an American singer and songwriter, her style anchored in rock, R&B, blues, jazz and soul.
“THE FRUIT CAKE FOLLIES,” Los Angeles's longest running Christmas/Variety show…NOW CELEBRATING IT’S 27TH YEAR!!!! Only at Catalina Jazz Club, Hollywood! Join us… LIVE! SUN, DEC 21st at 3:30PM. Early-Dinner begins at 2:00PM. Just like those holiday variety Christmas specials we remember from when we were kids! "The Fruit Cake Follies" is all that and much MORE! It’s just a good ol’ fashioned show that’s drunk too much egg nog. Some say the show is a cross between a Perry Como […]
A “Jazzy” Christmas with David Garfield featuring Peggy Duquesnel Sunday, December 21 @ 4:00 pm | $45.00 World renowned pianist and keyboardist David Garfield assembles an all-star cast for his very first holiday show at Alvas! He’ll be doing material from his critically acclaimed “Holidays Outside The Box” and partnering with local favorite, pianist and […]
DECEMBER 21, 2025 • 5PM It never snows in Southern California, so for our holiday season we want it to snow music. From Elgar’s “Christmas Greeting,” special Christmas works by Wells and Petker, to a medley of secular carols, all with splendid orchestral accompaniment, we offer all the sounds of the season to keep you […]
Robert Glasper is the leader of a new sonic paradigm with a career that bridges musical and artistic genres. To date, he boasts 5 Grammy wins and 15 nominations across 9 categories, an Emmy Award for his song for Ava Duvernay’s critically hailed documentary “13th” with Common and Karriem Riggins, and a Peabody Award for […]
Born and raised in Kansas City, Missouri—a city deeply rooted in jazz heritage—Logan Richardson is a distinguished alto saxophonist, composer, and producer known for his genre-defying approach to Black American Music. He began performing professionally at 16, later studying at Berklee College of Music in Boston and The New School in New York City. Throughout […]
David Binney Action Trio with Louis Cole & Pera Krstajic David Binney David Binney’s sharp-edged compositions meet Louis Cole’s explosive drumming and Pera Krstajic’s electric low-end force—thrilling modern jazz at high voltage. David Binney stands as one of the most prolific and influential voices in contemporary jazz. He has released over 30 albums as a […]
Sheila E. Guided by the forces of family, faith, and music, Sheila E. has made a name for herself as one of the most talented musical icons over the decades. With a fearless nature and a passion for sharing her gifts with others, Sheila truly follows the beat of her own drum. She touches the […]
Sheila E. Guided by the forces of family, faith, and music, Sheila E. has made a name for herself as one of the most talented musical icons over the decades. With a fearless nature and a passion for sharing her gifts with others, Sheila truly follows the beat of her own drum. She touches the […]
Jose James José James is both conductor and conduit. Across 17 years as a singer, songwriter, bandleader, and producer — not to mention co-head of the fearless Rainbow Blonde Records since 2018 — he’s dived deep, over and over again, into genres, eras, scenes, and songbooks, exploring with the verve of a reverent musicologist, and […]
Barefoot in the Bathroom is a dynamic 4-piece rock and roll outfit hailing from Boulder, Colorado, and since moved to dominating the Los Angeles rock and roll scene. Led by Jack O'Brien on vocals and guitar, the band features Arend Verfaillie on lead guitar, the driving force of Dutch Lennon on drums, and the groovy […]