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Music
Events
Calendar of Events
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VILLAGE HOMES COMMUNITY CENTER. Nat Lefkoff will perform original songs with support from local musicians Rowan McGuire and Sam Lacour. 7:15–9p. Free
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WYATT DECK, UC DAVIS ARBORETUM. Folk musicians are invited to bring their acoustic instruments & play together informally during this jam session at Wyatt Deck. All skill-levels welcome. 12p–1p. Free 
MONDAVI CTR. Meow Meow is a remarkable singer & physical comedian who hypnotizes, inspires—and terrorizes—audiences with ease. Hilarious & heartbreaking in equal measure, her evening performance will have you holding on to your seats & grabbing for handkerchiefs. 7:30p. $12.50–$95
$12.50 – $95
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ODD FELLOWS. 5th Annual Celebration of life for Officer Natalie Corona; music, food & beer garden. Recognition of the Natalie Corona Odd Fellows Memorial Scholarship. 12—5p. Free
Free
RUHSTALLER FARM. Blues Americana with powerful vocals from boogie-woodie piano to slide guitar. Donations welcome. 6p. Free
Free
MONDAVI CTR. Five lifelong friends from Charleston, South Carolina joined by Dom Flemons, a fellow Grammy-winner, multi-instrumentalist, former Carolina Chocolate Drop & “American Songster.” Their deeply groovy music actively preserves traditions originated by African Americans in the coastal South during slavery. 7:30p. $12.50–$65
$12.50 – $65
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MONDAVI CENTER. San Francisco-based Alexander String Quartet appears with violist David Samuel—joining cellist Sandy Wilson & violinists Fred Lifsitz & Zakarias Grafilo. Followed by Robert Greenberg’s lecture on each piece. 2p. $17.50–65
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BAREFOOT YOGA STUDIO. Kirtan, the chanting of sacred mantras, is an easy yet sublime method of meditation. Join for an evening of live acoustic music, mantras and ancient wisdom. Vegan refreshments served. 6:30–8p. Free
Free
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ODD FELLOWS LODGE. Come by, relax & enjoy the music! No host beer, wine & soft drinks available. April updates coming soon. Donations encouraged. 7p–10p. Free
Free
MONDAVI CTR. The seven-piece band, described as a mashup of Ben Folds Five & Preservation Hall Jazz Band, brings a bracing dose of joyful jazz performed with infectious theatricality. 7:30p. $22.50–$65
$22.50 – $65
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ODD FELLOWS HALL. Concert series present The Grateful Bluegrass Boys, an acoustic string band from the Santa Cruz/Bay Area. 7-9:30p. Donations only
Free
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5 events,
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WYATT DECK, UC DAVIS ARBORETUM. Folk musicians are invited to bring their acoustic instruments & play together informally during this jam session at Wyatt Deck. All skill-levels welcome. 12p–1p. Free 
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PITZER CENTER. LiKWUiD, spoken word, Josh Henderson, violin, bass, guitar, Ju-Young “J.Y.” Lee, cello, Mikael Darmanie, piano, Rick Martinez, drums About the Band Warp Trio is an Internationally touring cross-genre chamber music experience. 5p–6p. Free
free
MONDAVI CTR. The seven-piece band, described as a mashup of Ben Folds Five & Preservation Hall Jazz Band, brings a bracing dose of joyful jazz performed with infectious theatricality. 7:30p. $22.50–$65
$22.50 – $65
MONDAVI CTR. An all-female-identifying, award-winning collaboration between a cappella groups of all shapes, sizes, & sounds. Family-friendly. 7:30p. $16–$38
$16 – $38
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3 events,
MONDAVI CTR. The seven-piece band, described as a mashup of Ben Folds Five & Preservation Hall Jazz Band, brings a bracing dose of joyful jazz performed with infectious theatricality. 7:30p. $22.50–$65
$22.50 – $65
MONDAVI CTR. Distinguished pianist & conductor performs his third & final program “Inspirations.” Features Feltsman’s interpretations of works by Mozart & Schubert. 7:30p. $12.50–$79
$12.50 – $79
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ROCKBAND UNIVERSITY. Metal bands Wurm Flesh, Wroht and His Masters Noise play in Davis’ last metal show until September. Doors open at 7:30, show begins at 8p. $12
$12
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MONDAVI CTR. Highlights composers who suffered through the Nazi regime in Europe. Features a Chamber Orchestra (4/10) & Chamber Music Ensemble (4/11) led by Maestro Conlon. Additional symposium features Conlon & UC Davis Jewish Studies Program faculty. 7:30p. Free
Free
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MONDAVI CTR. Highlights composers who suffered through the Nazi regime in Europe. Features a Chamber Orchestra (4/10) & Chamber Music Ensemble (4/11) led by Maestro Conlon. Additional symposium features Conlon & UC Davis Jewish Studies Program faculty. 7:30p. Free
Free
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In addition to performing works by our own graduate student composers on this program, Ensemble PinkNoise—known for its contemporary improvisational performance practice—will perform its own program, featuring the open instrumentation work “Black as a Hack for Cyborgification” by Jessie Cox, alongside other works, on Friday,...
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ARMADILLO MUSIC. Open beat cyphers & good vibes with the Flipabeat Club squad—Dellaola, Matty A & Taquan—every 2nd Thursday. 6p–9p. Free
free
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ARMADILLO MUSIC. Open beat cyphers & good vibes with the Flipabeat Club squad—Dellaola, Matty A & Taquan—every 2nd Thursday. 6p–9p. Free
Free
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10 events,
WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Broook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-18
$9 – $30
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WYATT DECK, UC DAVIS ARBORETUM. Folk musicians are invited to bring their acoustic instruments & play together informally during this jam session at Wyatt Deck. All skill-levels welcome. 12p–1p. Free 
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Program Jessie Cox: Black as a Hack for Cyborgification About the Ensemble PinkNoise is a New York-based chamber ensemble who creates musical improvisation and compositions in acoustic and electronic mediums. Their pieces react and respond to the conditions of our community and our society. Each...
free
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MELON BALL. San Francisco Indie-Rock band Oceanography. 8–10p. $20
$20.00
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RUHSTALLER FARM. An evening of genre-bending outdoor music by jamgrass quartet Broken Compass Bluegrass. 6—9p
Free
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RUHSTALLER FARM. A hopping night of fresh bluegrass & beyond. All ages welcome. 6p–10p. Free
Free
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LOGOS BOOKS. Meet artist Terry McIlmoil Henry and view his exhibit of oils and watercolors. Light refreshments and live music. 6p–8p. Free
Free
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MORGAN’S MILL, WOODLAND. A multidimensional artist whose fan base transcends age & genre. RSVP online. 7p–9p. Free 
WATERMELON MUSIC. Brian Kelley, indie-rock artist & Bay Area native, performs with a deceptively powerful voice, layering melodies over guitar, keys, & drums for a sound that’s been compared to Damien Jurado & Jim James. 9p. $20
$20
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8 events,
WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Broook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-18
$9 – $30
WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-30
$9 – $30
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TURTLE HOUSE. Seven hours of live music at this all-day indie rock show featuring: Rainbow City Park, The Moondrops, Landline & more. 12a–8p. Free
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UCD SCIENCES LAB PATIO. NorCal Indie Band Rainbow City Park performs live at Picnic Day. 12:30–1:30p. Free
free
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WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-30
$9 – $30
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EPISCOPAL CHURCH of St. Martin. An evening of chamber music with special guest artists. Featuring works by Schubert, Bach and Stravinsky. 7:30p–9:30p. $12-30
$30
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5 events,
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WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Broook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-18
$9 – $30
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WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-30
$9 – $30
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5 events,
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WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-30
$9 – $30
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4 events,
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WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-30
$9 – $30
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4 events,
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WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-30
$9 – $30
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4 events,
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WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-30
$9 – $30
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9 events,
WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Broook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-18
$9 – $30
WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-30
$9 – $30
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WYATT DECK, UC DAVIS ARBORETUM. Folk musicians are invited to bring their acoustic instruments & play together informally during this jam session at Wyatt Deck. All skill-levels welcome. 12p–1p. Free
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WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-30
$9 – $30
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UFO XPERIENCE. All ages metal night, featuring Ala, Infinite Sleep, and Mask of Many. Ticket includes show, exhibit and video game lounge. 7p—11:30p. $12-15
$12 – $15
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8 events,
WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-30
$9 – $30
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WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-30
$9 – $30
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8 events,
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WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Broook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-18
$9 – $30
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WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-30
$9 – $30
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8 events,
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WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-30
$9 – $30
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8 events,
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WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-30
$9 – $30
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VILLAGE HOMES Community Ctr. Gabe Lewin will perform at the Village Homes Performers’ Circle with support from Bob Lindley on violin and mandolin and Ted Fontaine on bass and vocals. 7:15p–9p. Free
Free
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7 events,
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WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-30
$9 – $30
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7 events,
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WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-30
$9 – $30
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14 events,
WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Broook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-18
$9 – $30
WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-30
$9 – $30
Featured
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Featured
WYATT DECK, UC DAVIS ARBORETUM. Folk musicians are invited to bring their acoustic instruments & play together informally during this jam session at Wyatt Deck. All skill-levels welcome. 12p–1p. Free
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WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-30
$9 – $30
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RUHSTALLER FARM. An indie-folk string trio rooted in American folk & bluegrass music. A playful & poignant musical experience that uplifts the spirit. 6p–10p. Free
Free
MONDAVI CTR. All-ukulele ensemble performs new renditions of famous rock songs & film themes, often marked by unexpected transitions that keep audience members on their toes. Founded in 1985. 7:30p. $25–$95
$25 – $95
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13 events,
WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-30
$9 – $30
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WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-30
$9 – $30
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RUHSTALLER FARM. An alt-country, Americana-styled roots rock band from Sacramento, CA. Christopher Amaral (drummer), Tony Brusca (vocalist & guitarist), Paul Zinn (bassist & vocalist), & Steve Amaral (lead guitarist and singer). All ages welcome. 6p–10p. Free
Free
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BAREFOOT YOGA. Monthly gathering for a journey of music, movement, and mindfulness. Begins with an opening circle, followed by music and movement. 6–8:30p. Free
$10 – $20
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14 events,
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WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Broook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-18
$9 – $30
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WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-30
$9 – $30
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DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. Music exploring the divine. A concert for choir, organ and cello with three contrasting works. 3p–5p. Suggested donation $20
$20
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WATERMELON MUSIC. Welcomes performers of all ages, genres and levels, asking only that the performance be family-friendly. Steinway grand piano is set up and ready. Sign up at 5:30, 6p–8p. Free
Free
MONDAVI CTR. Features opera star J’Nai Bridges, & Grammy Award-winning drummer, music director & educator, Ulysses Owens Jr. Program highlights music tied to the African American experience, provoking reflection & hope. 7:30p. $12.50–$65
$12.50 – $65
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11 events,
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WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-30
$9 – $30
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10 events,
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WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-30
$9 – $30
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10 events,
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WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-30
$9 – $30
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11 events,
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WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-30
$9 – $30
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ODD FELLOWS LODGE. Come by, relax & enjoy the music! No host beer, wine & soft drinks available. May updates coming soon. Donations encouraged. 7p–10p. Free
Free
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17 events,
WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Broook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-18
$9 – $30
WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-30
$9 – $30
Featured
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Featured
WYATT DECK, UC DAVIS ARBORETUM. Folk musicians are invited to bring their acoustic instruments & play together informally during this jam session at Wyatt Deck. All skill-levels welcome. 12p–1p. Free 
Featured
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MELLON BALL. Singer/songwriter Avery Hellman’s Ismay blends field recordings and intricate melodies with live, guitar-based composition. Misner & Smith’s sound harkens back to the bedrock of American rock & folk. 8–10p. $20
$20.00
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WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-30
$9 – $30
MONDAVI CTR. Chart-topping American pianist reflects on the music of Scott Joplin through a 21st-century lens. An intimate evening of music & conversation about Joplin’s story & legacy. $12–$49
$12.50 – $49
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WATERMELON MUSIC. Together, Sam & Megan perform a style of American rock & folk set apart by soaring vocal harmonies, tight instrumental arrangements, & story-filled, poetic songwriting. 8p–10p. $20
$20
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16 events,
WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-30
$9 – $30
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WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-30
$9 – $30
DAVIS FOOD CO-OP. Swinging tunes & sultry bossa nova! Be ready for energetic & silly music for dancing. Backyard event with food & activities. Family friendly. 5p–9p. Pricing TBD
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THE HIVE, Woodland. Dance all evening with live music, taste Star Crystal Beers and try pollinator-inspired food specials from the kitchen, honey and mead. 5p–9p. $20
$20
MONDAVI CTR. Evandro Matté, guest conductor. Performance includes Alberto Nepomuceno: Batuque from Série Brasileira, George Gershwin: Concerto in F with Natsuki Fukasawa, piano, & Heitor Villa-Lobos: Chôros No. 6. 7p. $12–$24
$12 – $24
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