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SUMMARY:OC Parks Summer Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:OC Parks Summer Concert Series returns with nine free outdoor concerts Thursday evenings\, July 9 to Sept. 3\, from 5 to 8 p.m. Enjoy live music from an incredible lineup of bands and performers at Mason Regional Park\, Irvine Regional Park\, Craig Regional Park\, Mile Square Regional Park and Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach. Dance the night away to pop hits\, nostalgic throwbacks\, rock classics and more\, there’s a band for every music lover to enjoy. \nSummer concerts start July 9 with award-winning ‘80s cover Flashback Heart Attack\, followed by other must-see performances including Queen Nation (Queen tribute)\, Boy Band Review (boy band tribute)\, Beatles vs. Stones: The Greatest Show That Never Was\, Mariachi Divas\, Como La Flor Band: A Tribute to Selena\, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy and Dream Like Taylor (Taylor Swift tribute). Family Style will close out the 2026 OC Parks Summer Concert Series at Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach\, performing rock ‘n’ roll hits and more!
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/oc-parks-summer-concert-series/2026-08-06/
LOCATION:Multiple venues (see link)
CATEGORIES:OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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SUMMARY:OC Parks Summer Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:OC Parks Summer Concert Series returns with nine free outdoor concerts Thursday evenings\, July 9 to Sept. 3\, from 5 to 8 p.m. Enjoy live music from an incredible lineup of bands and performers at Mason Regional Park\, Irvine Regional Park\, Craig Regional Park\, Mile Square Regional Park and Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach. Dance the night away to pop hits\, nostalgic throwbacks\, rock classics and more\, there’s a band for every music lover to enjoy. \nSummer concerts start July 9 with award-winning ‘80s cover Flashback Heart Attack\, followed by other must-see performances including Queen Nation (Queen tribute)\, Boy Band Review (boy band tribute)\, Beatles vs. Stones: The Greatest Show That Never Was\, Mariachi Divas\, Como La Flor Band: A Tribute to Selena\, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy and Dream Like Taylor (Taylor Swift tribute). Family Style will close out the 2026 OC Parks Summer Concert Series at Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach\, performing rock ‘n’ roll hits and more!
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/oc-parks-summer-concert-series/2026-07-30/
LOCATION:Multiple venues (see link)
CATEGORIES:OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260725T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260725T220000
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CREATED:20260719T131003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260719T131003Z
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SUMMARY:The Music of Star Wars
DESCRIPTION:Join acclaimed Principal Pops Conductor Enrico Lopez-Yañez for an unforgettable evening of music from Star Wars.* \n\nExperience the soaring adventure\, sweeping romance\, and thrilling drama of John Williams’ iconic scores\, including “Revenge of the Sith\,” the heroic “Star Wars Main Title” and the electrifying “Duel of the Fates” — performed live by Pacific Symphony. \nEpic music. Powerful moments. One spectacular summer night. \n*Film will not be shown \nAudience members are encouraged to come dressed as their favorite Star Wars characters. Face paint is not allowed\, and if masks are worn\, they must be removable. Plastic light sabers are allowed\, but no weapons. (There will be a special light saber inspection table before entering the venue.) \nView the DIGITAL PROGRAM BOOK. \nPROGRAM\nJOHN WILLIAMS: Star Wars Main Title\nJOHN WILLIAMS: “Anakin’s Theme” from Star Wars: The Phantom Menace\nJOHN WILLIAMS: “Across the Stars” from Star Wars: Attack of the Clones\nJOHN WILLIAMS: “Battle of the Heroes” from Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith\nJOHN WILLIAMS: “The Adventures of Han” from Solo: A Star Wars Story\nMICHAEL GIACCHINO: “Jyn Erso & Hope Suite” from Rogue One: A Star Wars Story\nJOHN WILLIAMS: “Luke and Lea” from Star Wars: Return of the Jedi\nArr. Lopez-Yañez: Hebrides Shuffle\n~ Intermission ~\nLUDWIG GORANSSON\, arr. Todd Sheehan: The Mandalorian\nHENNING HANSEN: Enchantment Unveiled (Tonal Chaos)\nJOHN WILLIAMS: “The Speeder Chase” from Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker\nJOHN WILLIAMS: “Parade of the Ewoks” from Star Wars: Return of the Jedi\nJOHN WILLIAMS: “Duel of the Fates” from Star Wars: The Phantom Menace\nMICHAEL GIACCHINO: “The Imperial Suite” from Rogue One: A Star Wars Story\nJOHN WILLIAMS: “Throne Room & End Title” from Star Wars: A New Hope
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/the-music-of-star-wars/
LOCATION:Great Park Live\, 8000 Great Park Blvd\, Irvine\, CA\, 92618
CATEGORIES:OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260723T170000
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CREATED:20260718T175435Z
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SUMMARY:OC Parks Summer Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:OC Parks Summer Concert Series returns with nine free outdoor concerts Thursday evenings\, July 9 to Sept. 3\, from 5 to 8 p.m. Enjoy live music from an incredible lineup of bands and performers at Mason Regional Park\, Irvine Regional Park\, Craig Regional Park\, Mile Square Regional Park and Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach. Dance the night away to pop hits\, nostalgic throwbacks\, rock classics and more\, there’s a band for every music lover to enjoy. \nSummer concerts start July 9 with award-winning ‘80s cover Flashback Heart Attack\, followed by other must-see performances including Queen Nation (Queen tribute)\, Boy Band Review (boy band tribute)\, Beatles vs. Stones: The Greatest Show That Never Was\, Mariachi Divas\, Como La Flor Band: A Tribute to Selena\, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy and Dream Like Taylor (Taylor Swift tribute). Family Style will close out the 2026 OC Parks Summer Concert Series at Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach\, performing rock ‘n’ roll hits and more!
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/oc-parks-summer-concert-series/2026-07-23/
LOCATION:Multiple venues (see link)
CATEGORIES:OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260716T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260716T200000
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SUMMARY:OC Parks Summer Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:OC Parks Summer Concert Series returns with nine free outdoor concerts Thursday evenings\, July 9 to Sept. 3\, from 5 to 8 p.m. Enjoy live music from an incredible lineup of bands and performers at Mason Regional Park\, Irvine Regional Park\, Craig Regional Park\, Mile Square Regional Park and Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach. Dance the night away to pop hits\, nostalgic throwbacks\, rock classics and more\, there’s a band for every music lover to enjoy. \nSummer concerts start July 9 with award-winning ‘80s cover Flashback Heart Attack\, followed by other must-see performances including Queen Nation (Queen tribute)\, Boy Band Review (boy band tribute)\, Beatles vs. Stones: The Greatest Show That Never Was\, Mariachi Divas\, Como La Flor Band: A Tribute to Selena\, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy and Dream Like Taylor (Taylor Swift tribute). Family Style will close out the 2026 OC Parks Summer Concert Series at Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach\, performing rock ‘n’ roll hits and more!
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/oc-parks-summer-concert-series/2026-07-16/
LOCATION:Multiple venues (see link)
CATEGORIES:OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260709T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260709T200000
DTSTAMP:20260718T175435Z
CREATED:20260718T175435Z
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SUMMARY:OC Parks Summer Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:OC Parks Summer Concert Series returns with nine free outdoor concerts Thursday evenings\, July 9 to Sept. 3\, from 5 to 8 p.m. Enjoy live music from an incredible lineup of bands and performers at Mason Regional Park\, Irvine Regional Park\, Craig Regional Park\, Mile Square Regional Park and Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach. Dance the night away to pop hits\, nostalgic throwbacks\, rock classics and more\, there’s a band for every music lover to enjoy. \nSummer concerts start July 9 with award-winning ‘80s cover Flashback Heart Attack\, followed by other must-see performances including Queen Nation (Queen tribute)\, Boy Band Review (boy band tribute)\, Beatles vs. Stones: The Greatest Show That Never Was\, Mariachi Divas\, Como La Flor Band: A Tribute to Selena\, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy and Dream Like Taylor (Taylor Swift tribute). Family Style will close out the 2026 OC Parks Summer Concert Series at Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach\, performing rock ‘n’ roll hits and more!
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/oc-parks-summer-concert-series/2026-07-09/
LOCATION:Multiple venues (see link)
CATEGORIES:OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTSTAMP:20260130T020313Z
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SUMMARY:Newport Beach Jazz Festival | 30th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:A New Season of Jazz Awaits — 30 Years in the Making! 🎺 The annual Newport Beach Jazz Festival is back and better than ever… and we’ve got a special one coming for you this year. Join us by the Back Bay from May 29-31\, 2026 for our 30th Anniversary! TICKETS ON SALE: VIP PRE-SALE: Thursday\, January 29 at 12:00 PM PST PUBLIC ON-SALE & HOTEL ROOMS: Friday\, January 30 at 12:00 PM PST We can’t wait for another amazing year of smooth grooves\, bay views\, and unforgettable performances under the Newport Beach sun! 🎶 \n  \nSince this is our 30th Anniversary year\, we want the celebration to be bigger than ever. To make Friday night truly special\, the VIP Kick Off Concert will take place on the Golf Course Festival Grounds\, creating an unforgettable setting to launch Year 30. \nAnd to mark the occasion\, we knew we needed a jazz superstar. Rick Braun—who performed at our very first festival in 1995—returns to the stage\, bringing our history full circle as we begin this milestone year. The best part? Three-day ticket holders will enjoy the same seats for all three days.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/newport-beach-jazz-festival-30th-anniversary/2026-05-31/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Newport Beach\, 1107 Jamboree Road\, Newport Beach\, CA
CATEGORIES:OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260531
DTSTAMP:20260130T020313Z
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SUMMARY:Newport Beach Jazz Festival | 30th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:A New Season of Jazz Awaits — 30 Years in the Making! 🎺 The annual Newport Beach Jazz Festival is back and better than ever… and we’ve got a special one coming for you this year. Join us by the Back Bay from May 29-31\, 2026 for our 30th Anniversary! TICKETS ON SALE: VIP PRE-SALE: Thursday\, January 29 at 12:00 PM PST PUBLIC ON-SALE & HOTEL ROOMS: Friday\, January 30 at 12:00 PM PST We can’t wait for another amazing year of smooth grooves\, bay views\, and unforgettable performances under the Newport Beach sun! 🎶 \n  \nSince this is our 30th Anniversary year\, we want the celebration to be bigger than ever. To make Friday night truly special\, the VIP Kick Off Concert will take place on the Golf Course Festival Grounds\, creating an unforgettable setting to launch Year 30. \nAnd to mark the occasion\, we knew we needed a jazz superstar. Rick Braun—who performed at our very first festival in 1995—returns to the stage\, bringing our history full circle as we begin this milestone year. The best part? Three-day ticket holders will enjoy the same seats for all three days.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/newport-beach-jazz-festival-30th-anniversary/2026-05-30/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Newport Beach\, 1107 Jamboree Road\, Newport Beach\, CA
CATEGORIES:OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260530
DTSTAMP:20260130T020313Z
CREATED:20260130T020313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T020313Z
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SUMMARY:Newport Beach Jazz Festival | 30th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:A New Season of Jazz Awaits — 30 Years in the Making! 🎺 The annual Newport Beach Jazz Festival is back and better than ever… and we’ve got a special one coming for you this year. Join us by the Back Bay from May 29-31\, 2026 for our 30th Anniversary! TICKETS ON SALE: VIP PRE-SALE: Thursday\, January 29 at 12:00 PM PST PUBLIC ON-SALE & HOTEL ROOMS: Friday\, January 30 at 12:00 PM PST We can’t wait for another amazing year of smooth grooves\, bay views\, and unforgettable performances under the Newport Beach sun! 🎶 \n  \nSince this is our 30th Anniversary year\, we want the celebration to be bigger than ever. To make Friday night truly special\, the VIP Kick Off Concert will take place on the Golf Course Festival Grounds\, creating an unforgettable setting to launch Year 30. \nAnd to mark the occasion\, we knew we needed a jazz superstar. Rick Braun—who performed at our very first festival in 1995—returns to the stage\, bringing our history full circle as we begin this milestone year. The best part? Three-day ticket holders will enjoy the same seats for all three days.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/newport-beach-jazz-festival-30th-anniversary/2026-05-29/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Newport Beach\, 1107 Jamboree Road\, Newport Beach\, CA
CATEGORIES:OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260524T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260524T200000
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CREATED:20260522T185502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T185527Z
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SUMMARY:Tunes at the Dunes
DESCRIPTION:On select summer holiday weekends\, Newport Dunes is hosting beachfront festivities. Come enjoy food trucks\, full bars\, and live entertainment right on the calm waters of the Upper Newport Back Bay! Bring your beach chairs or floats and dance the evening away at this family-friendly event. We have an awesome line-up of entertainment. Please read on for all the details\, including parking information.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/tunes-at-the-dunes/2026-05-24/
LOCATION:Newport Dunes\, 1131 Back Bay Drive\, Newport Beach\, CA\, 92648
CATEGORIES:OC Lifestyle Events,OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260523T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260523T200000
DTSTAMP:20260522T185527Z
CREATED:20260522T185502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T185527Z
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SUMMARY:Tunes at the Dunes
DESCRIPTION:On select summer holiday weekends\, Newport Dunes is hosting beachfront festivities. Come enjoy food trucks\, full bars\, and live entertainment right on the calm waters of the Upper Newport Back Bay! Bring your beach chairs or floats and dance the evening away at this family-friendly event. We have an awesome line-up of entertainment. Please read on for all the details\, including parking information.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/tunes-at-the-dunes/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Newport Dunes\, 1131 Back Bay Drive\, Newport Beach\, CA\, 92648
CATEGORIES:OC Lifestyle Events,OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260522T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260522T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T185527Z
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SUMMARY:Tunes at the Dunes
DESCRIPTION:On select summer holiday weekends\, Newport Dunes is hosting beachfront festivities. Come enjoy food trucks\, full bars\, and live entertainment right on the calm waters of the Upper Newport Back Bay! Bring your beach chairs or floats and dance the evening away at this family-friendly event. We have an awesome line-up of entertainment. Please read on for all the details\, including parking information.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/tunes-at-the-dunes/2026-05-22/
LOCATION:Newport Dunes\, 1131 Back Bay Drive\, Newport Beach\, CA\, 92648
CATEGORIES:OC Lifestyle Events,OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T150000
DTSTAMP:20260111T165144Z
CREATED:20260111T165144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260111T165144Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz in the Palm Court
DESCRIPTION:The Great Park Palm Court Arts Complex presents a three-part live music series\, Jazz in the Palm Court. Inspired by a diverse range of composers and musicians\, this event echoes the rich traditions and wide stylistic spectrum of jazz — from the soulful sounds of blues and swing to the bold innovations of bebop and contemporary jazz. Bring folding chairs and blankets for seating around the Palm Court.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/jazz-in-the-palm-court/2026-04-11/
LOCATION:Great Park Palm Court Arts Complex\, 270 Corsair\, Irvine\, CA\, 92618
CATEGORIES:OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260314T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260314T150000
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SUMMARY:Jazz in the Palm Court
DESCRIPTION:The Great Park Palm Court Arts Complex presents a three-part live music series\, Jazz in the Palm Court. Inspired by a diverse range of composers and musicians\, this event echoes the rich traditions and wide stylistic spectrum of jazz — from the soulful sounds of blues and swing to the bold innovations of bebop and contemporary jazz. Bring folding chairs and blankets for seating around the Palm Court.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/jazz-in-the-palm-court/2026-03-14/
LOCATION:Great Park Palm Court Arts Complex\, 270 Corsair\, Irvine\, CA\, 92618
CATEGORIES:OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260302T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260302T213000
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SUMMARY:Andrea Miller
DESCRIPTION:“A brilliant young singer” – Al Jarreau \nAndrea Miller’s voice has been described as soulful\, sensual\, hypnotic and endearing. In 2021 and 2020 she became a Top 5 Finalist in the Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition. Influenced by Nancy Wilson\, Sarah Vaughan and Stevie Wonder\, Andrea is currently heating up the international jazz scene and radio stations. \nAndrea opened for the legendary Al Jarreau at many concerts before he passed including the Newport Beach Jazz Festival. She received a standing ovation and gracious compliments from Jarreau and his band and was set to tour with and open for him in Europe 2017\, just prior to his passing. \nIn 2021\, Andrea will headline The Texas Jazz Festival and Jazz De Polanco Festival in Mexico City. In 2020 she headlined Bemol 5 Jazz club in Lyon\, France. In 2019 Andrea headlined Jazz De Polanco Festival in Mexico City and Jazz at LACMA in Los Angeles. In 2018 she headlined the Newport Beach Jazz Party Series\, and in 2017 she headlined the Utah Arts Festival\, the Salt Lake City Jazz Festival and the Newport Beach Summer Jazz Series with the Tom Kubis Big Band. \nA member of SAG-AFTRA and ASCAP\, Andrea’s performances have gained critical acclaim at venues such as The Paris Hotel in Las Vegas\, Brooklyn Academy of Music\, Pasadena Jazz Institute\, Baked Potato\, Spaghettini\, Catalina Jazz Club\, Vibrato\, Casselberry Jazz Festival and others. \nAndrea had the honor to work with David Foster\, Quincy Jones and Alan & Marilyn Bergman when recording a vocal demo for CELINE DION “I Knew I Loved You”. Originally trained in opera at a young age\, Andrea won first place in the Oregon State Vocal Competition first soprano category when only 14 years old. She then went on to earn a Bachelor of Fine Arts from USC. \nIn addition to performing\, Andrea keeps busy recording as a session singer. Her voice can be heard on recordings by Disney/Pixar\, Paramount Pictures\, NBC\, ABC\, Samsung\, Warner Brothers\, EMI\, Mattel Toys\, and others. In 2021 Andrea released her fifth album “Time to Stay” with the San Gabriel 7. Her other albums available online are “Maybe Today”\, “II By II”\, “Andrea Miller Featuring the Salt Lake City Jazz Orchestra”\, “Soulful Dream”\, “Imagine – EP”\, “Fly Like an Eagle – EP” and “Andrea – EP”.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/andrea-miller-3/
LOCATION:The Drake\, 2894 South Coast Hwy\, Laguna Beach\, CA\, 92651
CATEGORIES:OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260226T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260226T220000
DTSTAMP:20260220T151509Z
CREATED:20260220T151509Z
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SUMMARY:Fernando Noronha
DESCRIPTION:Welcome for the first time at the Drake\, Fernando Noronha! \nFernando Noronha is a Brazilian Texas blues guitar player and composer\, most known by being frontman of the Fernando Noronha & Black Soul band. \nFernando plays professionally since 1995 and during his entire career had opportunity to play and record with many artists\, such as B.B. King\, Buddy Guy\, Ron Levy\, Jeff Healey\, Phil Guy\, Coco Montoya\, Holland K Smith and Chuck Berry.[1] He is well known by “incorporate” the Texan style not only in his way of play but also in his costume used on stage.[2]
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/fernando-noronha/
LOCATION:The Drake\, 2894 South Coast Hwy\, Laguna Beach\, CA\, 92651
CATEGORIES:OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260224T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260224T213000
DTSTAMP:20260220T151008Z
CREATED:20260220T151008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T151008Z
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SUMMARY:Nikki Rose
DESCRIPTION:Please join us in welcoming for the first time to The Drake\, Nikki Rose! \nLos Angeles based Nikki Rose fuses the genres of jazz and pop with a rhapsody of notes pivoting around themes of love and its adjacent emotions. Her vocal similarities to those of Amy Winehouse create a divine listening experience like no other. \nNikki’s venture into music started when her parents would bring her along to blues festivals. She has achieved remarkable success during her 10 years in the industry including studio sessions with notable artists and writing sessions with Grammy award winning engineer and producer Francis Buckley. In addition to launching her debut album\, Nikki co-wrote a handful of songs on billboard topping jazz artist Dean Grech’s latest album “Back I’m Time” which was released on the 17th of July 2021. \nNikki Rose’s debut album “Phases of Love” will be releasing on 21st of October and will be available across all major platforms. Jazz and pop enthusiasts all over the states are looking forward to the talented artist’s debut album.. The album is anticipated to be topping the billboards.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/nikki-rose/
LOCATION:The Drake\, 2894 South Coast Hwy\, Laguna Beach\, CA\, 92651
CATEGORIES:OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260223T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260223T220000
DTSTAMP:20260220T150442Z
CREATED:20260220T150442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T150442Z
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SUMMARY:OCSA Jazz Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this special evening as we highlight The Orange County School of Arts Jazz Quartet \nThe Garn Family Jazz Studies Program at OCSA enables young musicians in grades 7 through 12 to receive a comprehensive music education\, while fueling their passion for jazz. The program’s distinguished faculty includes some of today’s top jazz recording artists\, educators\, and performers. The curriculum is modeled after a university-level jazz conservatory\, which includes instruction in big band\, small group\, theory\, arranging\, improvisation\, masterclasses\, and jazz history.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/ocsa-jazz-quartet/
LOCATION:The Drake\, 2894 South Coast Hwy\, Laguna Beach\, CA\, 92651
CATEGORIES:OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260222T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260222T213000
DTSTAMP:20260220T145803Z
CREATED:20260220T145803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T145803Z
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SUMMARY:Rain Bissou Band
DESCRIPTION:Rain Bisou is a classically trained\, Latin-American singer\, songwriter\, recording artist and live entertainer from Los Angeles\, CA.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/rain-bissou-band-3/
LOCATION:The Drake\, 2894 South Coast Hwy\, Laguna Beach\, CA\, 92651
CATEGORIES:OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260221T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260221T223000
DTSTAMP:20260220T145329Z
CREATED:20260220T145329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T145329Z
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SUMMARY:The Jazz Cartel
DESCRIPTION:The Jazz Cartel is a nine piece Frank Sinatra style swing band based in sunny Los Angeles\, California. Their repertoire includes fully arranged original music and beloved standards from the Frank Sinatra catalogue as well as the American Songbook. \nThe Jazz Cartel was formed in 2012 at a local hot spot in Pasadena\, CA called Twin Palms where the group was the house band. Since then\, has expanded to play a diverse range of events including weddings\, theaters\, nightclubs\, private celebrity events\, and corporate gatherings in Southern California and beyond.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/the-jazz-cartel-2/
LOCATION:The Drake\, 2894 South Coast Hwy\, Laguna Beach\, CA\, 92651
CATEGORIES:OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260220T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260220T220000
DTSTAMP:20260220T144650Z
CREATED:20260220T144650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T144650Z
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SUMMARY:John Reynolds
DESCRIPTION:John Reynolds is an in-demand trumpeter\, educator\, and clinician. He holds a D.M.A. in Jazz Studies from the University of Southern California Thornton School of Music\, as well as degrees from San Diego State University (SDSU) and Point Loma Nazarene University. John has performed and recorded with Jazz legends including John Clayton\, Jeff Hamilton\, Gerald Clayton\, Rickey Woodard\, Graham Dechter\, Aaron Diehl\, Bob Mintzer\, Peter Erskine\, Bobby Shew\, George Cables\, Gilbert Castellanos\, Marshall Hawkins\, and many others. The SoCal Jazz Society recognized Dr. Reynolds as the “Jazz Educator of the Year\,” and SDSU awarded him “Outstanding Alumnus of the Year.” Dr. Reynolds is a consultant for Jazz at Lincoln Center\, where he serves as a guest artist\, clinician\, and adjudicator for regional Essentially Ellington festivals across the country. John is also the Director of Instrumental Music at the prestigious Orange County School of the Arts where he leads the nationally ranked Garn Family Jazz Studies Program and Frederick Fennell Wind Studies Program.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/john-reynolds-2/
LOCATION:The Drake\, 2894 South Coast Hwy\, Laguna Beach\, CA\, 92651
CATEGORIES:OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260125T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260125T150000
DTSTAMP:20260111T165144Z
CREATED:20260111T165144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260111T165144Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz in the Palm Court
DESCRIPTION:The Great Park Palm Court Arts Complex presents a three-part live music series\, Jazz in the Palm Court. Inspired by a diverse range of composers and musicians\, this event echoes the rich traditions and wide stylistic spectrum of jazz — from the soulful sounds of blues and swing to the bold innovations of bebop and contemporary jazz. Bring folding chairs and blankets for seating around the Palm Court.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/jazz-in-the-palm-court/2026-01-25/
LOCATION:Great Park Palm Court Arts Complex\, 270 Corsair\, Irvine\, CA\, 92618
CATEGORIES:OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260125T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260125T170000
DTSTAMP:20260111T163349Z
CREATED:20260111T163309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260111T163349Z
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SUMMARY:SoCAL World Guitar Show
DESCRIPTION:Bring all the musical instruments or related items you can carry to sell\, trade or have appraised. Attendees are encouraged to bring a small cart with up to 8 items to roll around the show \nSee everything from guitars\, amps\, banjos\, mandolins\, drums\, violins\, effects\, memorabilia\, sound gear\, parts\, records\, books\, clothing\, accessories\, builders\, appraisers\, repairmen and more! \nWhen: Saturday & Sunday\, Jan. 24 & 25\nSaturday\, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.\nSunday\, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.\nWhere: OC Fair & Event Center – The Hangar\nHow much: General admission is $25. Children 11 and younger are free with adult admission. Parking is $15.\nMore info:  Visit SoCAL World Guitar Show
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/socal-world-guitar-show/2026-01-25/
LOCATION:OC Fair & Event Center
CATEGORIES:OC Lifestyle Events,OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260124T170000
DTSTAMP:20260111T163349Z
CREATED:20260111T163309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260111T163349Z
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SUMMARY:SoCAL World Guitar Show
DESCRIPTION:Bring all the musical instruments or related items you can carry to sell\, trade or have appraised. Attendees are encouraged to bring a small cart with up to 8 items to roll around the show \nSee everything from guitars\, amps\, banjos\, mandolins\, drums\, violins\, effects\, memorabilia\, sound gear\, parts\, records\, books\, clothing\, accessories\, builders\, appraisers\, repairmen and more! \nWhen: Saturday & Sunday\, Jan. 24 & 25\nSaturday\, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.\nSunday\, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.\nWhere: OC Fair & Event Center – The Hangar\nHow much: General admission is $25. Children 11 and younger are free with adult admission. Parking is $15.\nMore info:  Visit SoCAL World Guitar Show
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/socal-world-guitar-show/2026-01-24/
LOCATION:OC Fair & Event Center
CATEGORIES:OC Lifestyle Events,OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T223000
DTSTAMP:20260103T182031Z
CREATED:20260103T182031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260103T182031Z
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SUMMARY:The Jazz Cartel
DESCRIPTION:The Jazz Cartel is a nine piece Frank Sinatra style swing band based in sunny Los Angeles\, California. Their repertoire includes fully arranged original music and beloved standards from the Frank Sinatra catalogue as well as the American Songbook. \nThe Jazz Cartel was formed in 2012 at a local hot spot in Pasadena\, CA called Twin Palms where the group was the house band. Since then\, has expanded to play a diverse range of events including weddings\, theaters\, nightclubs\, private celebrity events\, and corporate gatherings in Southern California and beyond.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/the-jazz-cartel/
LOCATION:The Drake\, 2894 South Coast Hwy\, Laguna Beach\, CA\, 92651
CATEGORIES:OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T220000
DTSTAMP:20260103T180944Z
CREATED:20260103T171421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260103T180944Z
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SUMMARY:Taryn Donath
DESCRIPTION:An accomplished musician who has been performing professionally for over 25 years\, Taryn has an incredibly commanding performance style….each live performance is exciting and spontaneous. Her piano playing is tenacious and purposeful\, while her voice is smooth\, sultry\, and unique to her. Taryn lights up the stage every\ntime she plays. \nCurrently\, Taryn has been performing as a duo with a drummer… Fresh\, unique and exciting the two play anything from 60’s soul jazz\, funk\, jump/swing\, Latin\, and their own term of beatnik blues taking the listener on a musical adventure. With an unwavering left hand\, a right hand that weaves in and out effortlessly\, and a backbeat as solid as a rock\, the Duo has a sound larger than life.\nEach performance is different from the last\, capturing the moods of the players. The two are not bound by rules\, but instead have a desire to express their own musical voice and deliver something captivating. \n“I look forward to creating something unique each time I play.”- Taryn
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/taryn-donath/2026-01-22/
LOCATION:The Drake\, 2894 South Coast Hwy\, Laguna Beach\, CA\, 92651
CATEGORIES:OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260121T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260121T213000
DTSTAMP:20260103T181809Z
CREATED:20260103T181525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260103T181809Z
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SUMMARY:Greg Vail
DESCRIPTION:Greg Vail has developed deep musical roots in American\, Japanese and Spanish music. Most recently\, Greg has been the regular Saxophonist with world famous Mexican Singer\, Luis Miguel\, touring Mexico\, South America and Spain.\nJapanese credits include Guitarist Tak Matsumoto\, The Killer B’s\, and Dream’s Come True band. In the US world of music Vail has worked with Elton\, Chaka\, Toto\, Earth Wind and Fire\, Weezer\, Josh Groban\, Jason Mraz\, Natalie Cole\, Al Jarreau\, Michael McDonald\, Smokey Robinson\, David Pack of Ambrosia\, Evelyn Champagne King\, Brian Wilson\, and Al Stewart just to name a few well-known artists. \nAs a solo artist Vail has released 6 CDs as leader along with a million selling series of love songs released on Time Life/Warner named Sax by Candlelight and Sax by Moonlight\, and has worked with the biggest names in Christian/Gospel and Smooth Jazz\, recording on hundreds of CD’s. Vail is a Composer\, Arranger\, National Recording Artist\, and Educator. Greg Vail is a Yamaha Saxophone Artist and endorses a host of top musical gear.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/greg-vail/2026-01-21/
LOCATION:The Drake\, 2894 South Coast Hwy\, Laguna Beach\, CA\, 92651
CATEGORIES:OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260120T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260120T213000
DTSTAMP:20260103T180745Z
CREATED:20260103T165223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260103T180745Z
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SUMMARY:Matt Von Roderick Band
DESCRIPTION:Inhabiting the rarified air of innovative jazz trumpeter and heart-centered crooner\, Matt Von Roderick has been hailed as “a post-millennial Chet Baker” by the New York Times and “a top-drawer trumpeter who also sings like an angel obscured by a storm cloud” by JazzTimes Magazine. \nMatt’s uplifting message and poignant sound have been featured among the world’s most celebrated venues\, including Carnegie Hall\, Lincoln Center and The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. If you can imagine a one-of-a-kind trumpet virtuosity paired with dreamy vocals\, deeply authentic jazz roots and soaring soundscapes\, you’re beginning to conjure the artistry of Matt Von Roderick. \nVon Roderick has enjoyed working with many of the most respected names in jazz and beyond\, including Brad Mehldau\, Kenny Werner\, Antonio Sanchez\, Chris Potter\, Neil Diamond\, Dionne Warwick and The Saturday Night Live Band. Von Roderick and his clarion tone have appeared in numerous film and television spots including SNL and The Ellen Show\, as well as at events with best-selling author and spiritual activist Marianne Williamson. Matt was named the 1st place winner of The Independent Music Awards Jazz Category as judged by progressive Rock icon Lou Reed\, awarded as finalist in the prestigious Thelonious Monk International Jazz Competition\, and was a recipient of the Vilar Global Fellowship\, dubbed the “Rhodes Scholarship” of the performing arts by The New York Times. \nVon Roderick often combines his classic\, lush tones with adventurous vocal/trumpet multi-phonics\, a dash of loops and contemporary spoken word to create what the International Trumpet Guild calls “exquisite”\, while Downbeat Magazine describes his musical approach as being “Zen-like”. \nMatt Von Roderick prioritizes the spiritual aspects of music. He genuinely loves his audiences — it is his great joy to bring you joy.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/matt-von-roderick-band-6/2026-01-20/
LOCATION:The Drake\, 2894 South Coast Hwy\, Laguna Beach\, CA\, 92651
CATEGORIES:OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260116T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260116T223000
DTSTAMP:20260103T180253Z
CREATED:20260103T180253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260103T180253Z
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SUMMARY:Lola Kristine Duo
DESCRIPTION:Lola Kristine is a singer\, pianist and songwriter based in Los Angeles\, California. Known as “the little girl with the big voice\,” Lola has been staggering audiences her whole life with the depth of soul she possesses in both her timeless songwriting and penetrating singing. Hearing her sing feeds your soul and reconnects you with what is right in the world. \nFrom humble beginnings in St. Louis\, Missouri\, Lola has taken her original music across the country\, touring with noted musicians such as Premik Russell Tubbs (Santana\, Sting\, James Taylor)\, Jeff Haynes (Joni Mitchell\, Herbie Hancock) and bass virtuoso Michael Manring. She was a Top Ten Finalist in the 2015 Wildflower! Songwriting Competition in Richardson\, Texas. She was chosen as “Artist of the Week” in Coming Up Magazine in May 2017. She is gaining notoriety amidst legendary rockstars such as Mick Fleetwood and Don Cromwell of Air Supply. She has collaborated with artists from all over the world\, including Kinobe (Uganda) in a series sponsored by American Voices. \nHer debut EP\, released in summer 2017\, has received recognition from Los Angeles music blogs\, local radio play\, and placement on prominent Spotify playlists. Her song “Bring My Baby Back to Me” was a selected as a finalist in the International Songwriting Competition.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/lola-kristine-duo-2/
LOCATION:The Drake\, 2894 South Coast Hwy\, Laguna Beach\, CA\, 92651
CATEGORIES:OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260114T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260114T213000
DTSTAMP:20260103T175619Z
CREATED:20260103T175619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260103T175619Z
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SUMMARY:Bryard Huggins
DESCRIPTION:Welcome back to the Drake\, Bryard Huggins \nBryard (bree-yard) Huggins is a composer\, record producer\, and contemporary jazz-charting piano recording artist from Nashville\, TN. He is also founder/CEO of his own music production company Muse Entertainment and has toured with Empress of Soul Gladys Knight as her featured guest artist. Stumbling upon his musical gift at the age of 4 and composing his first song at the age of 6\, this child prodigy turned piano sensation to date has released 7 studio albums\, 7 singles\, toured in the US\, UK\, Scotland\, and Wales\, and has performed in the world’s most prominent venues like the Ryman Auditorium and London’s Royal Albert Hall.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/bryard-huggins-2/
LOCATION:The Drake\, 2894 South Coast Hwy\, Laguna Beach\, CA\, 92651
CATEGORIES:OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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