Campus JAX

Special Edition ft. Matt Mauser w/Dave Murdy
Two musicians. One stage. This is JAX DUOS, our newest monthly Wednesday night series at Campus JAX. Midweek plans solved: intimate live duos, standout cuisine, and the kind of vibe you only find at JAX.
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Local Event: Matt Mauser & Dave Murdy JAX Duos

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Matt Mauser & Dave Murdy JAX Duos

Special Edition ft. Matt Mauser w/Dave Murdy
Two musicians. One stage. This is JAX DUOS, our newest monthly Wednesday night...

Steamers JAZZ at JAX
Matt Johnson and The New Jet Set present Swingin’ The Disney Songbook! This multi-media musical experience is hosted by Matt Johnson — drummer, author and music educator — who offers behind-the-scene’s insights into both the unforgettable songs and the classic Disney movies that made them popular, including, Cinderella, Peter Pan, Dumbo, Jungle Book, Toy Story, Coco, The Little Mermaid and so many more. The New Jet Set combines virtuosic musicianship and charismatic personalities to create truly Magical reimagined interpretations of your favorite Disney anthems.
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Local Event: Matt Johnson and The New Jet Set

Matt Johnson and The New Jet Set

Steamers JAZZ at JAX
Matt Johnson and The New Jet Set present Swingin’ The Disney Songbook! This multi-media musical experience...

Always Tina provides a dynamic, exciting fun filled show. Shar Wils ("Tina") nails every detail of the live Tina Turner experience. She has performed her show for Tina fans all over the world. The Desert Inn in Las Vegas honored her with "Las Vegas Entertainer of the Year" Expect a ton of audience participation and a dancing good time!!
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Local Event: Always Tina Tina Turner Tribute

Always Tina Tina Turner Tribute

Always Tina provides a dynamic, exciting fun filled show. Shar Wils ("Tina") nails every detail of the live Tina Turner...

Jumping Jack Flash, the&nbsp;hottest&nbsp;Rolling Stones tribute band has been electrifying audiences worldwide for almost two decades with their high-energy shows. From iconic theaters to renowned amphitheaters, summer concert series to casinos, private/corporate events, and festivals, this group has performed in some of the most prestigious venues across the globe. With their unmatched talent and passion for the Rolling Stones’ music, Jumping Jack Flash has entertained fans from all walks of life.
Their tour dates are eagerly awaited by fans, and it’s not surprising considering the excitement and energy that they bring to each performance. This international-touring Rolling Stones show is a must-see for every music enthusiast, and their live concerts have left audiences spellbound and wanting more. From the Pacific Amphitheater in Irvine, CA, to the Capitol Theater in New York and the Winspear Centre in Edmonton, Canada, Jumping Jack Flash has set the stage on fire with their incredible performances.
Whether you are a die-hard fan or a casual fan of the Rolling Stones and want to experience the true essence of their music, then make sure you check out the upcoming tour dates of this iconic Stones tribute band. Don’t miss the chance to see one of the best live shows in the world. Get all the information and ticket links you need below and get ready for a night of live rock and roll music that you will never forget!
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Local Event: Jumping Jack Flash The Tribute to The Rolling Stones

Jumping Jack Flash The Tribute to The Rolling...

Jumping Jack Flash, the hottest Rolling Stones tribute band has been electrifying audiences worldwide for almost two decades...

Jumping Jack Flash The Tribute to The Rolling Stones

Enjoy Dinner and a Movie on Sunday July 19 at Campus Jax supper club in Newport Beach, Calif.
Mule Kick and Stellar Shows are coming together again, this time to host an advance screening of The Palomino.
Our host for the evening will be James Intveld, one of the key figures who helped to tell the story of the legendary Hollywood nightclub.
Also, filmmakers Adrienne Isom and KP Hawthorn will be on hand for Q&amp;A and with limited edition Palomino documentary merchandise.
This may be your last opportunity to see the most talked-about film dealing with California's musical history in recent times.
The Sunday event is a fundraiser to help raise finishing funds for the movie, and we thank you for your support!
The story: Just north of Hollywood, hidden in plain sight on a rustic stretch of Lankershim Boulevard, stood a neon-lit honky tonk that would unexpectedly shape the future of American music. The Palomino is a vibrant, untold history of the most influential country music venue you’ve never heard of - the beating heart of California Country from 1949 to 1995.
While Nashville claimed tradition, The Palomino built a revolution. This legendary North Hollywood bar became the west coast proving ground for rebels, innovators and outlaws such as Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings and Johnny Cash, who rewrote the rules of country music.
Emmylou Harris, Dwight Yoakam, Lucinda Williams, Merle Haggard, Elvis Costello, The Pretenders, and George Jones - they all passed through The Pal’s humble doors, and left forever changed.
Beyond the twang and stardom, this is also a story of family, love and personal tragedy, all woven into the fabric of The Palomino’s legendary past through the memories of those who lived it.
Fueled by freedom, grit, and raw talent, The Palomino Club was more than a venue; it was a movement.
Through wild stories, unseen archival footage, and unforgettable performances, this film unearths a secret history where Dust Bowl migrants, movie cowboys and rock ‘n’ roll misfits collided to spark a musical and cultural renaissance.
If not for The Palomino, country music wouldn’t sound – or look – the way it does today.
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Enjoy Dinner and a Movie on Sunday July 19 at Campus Jax supper club in Newport Beach, Calif. when Mule Kick and Stellar Shows come together again, this time to host an advance screening of The Palomino.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/151757/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More info

Local Event: The Palomino documentary film

The Palomino documentary film

Enjoy Dinner and a Movie on Sunday July 19 at Campus Jax supper club in Newport Beach, Calif.
Mule Kick and Stellar Shows are...

Some jazz performances impress you. Others make you feel as though you have been invited into a private conversation between two masters.
Roberta Gambarini and Tamir Hendelman belong in that second category.
On Tuesday, July 21, Campus JAX welcomes one of the great vocal-piano pairings in modern jazz: an intimate evening with internationally acclaimed vocalist Roberta Gambarini and celebrated pianist, composer, and arranger Tamir Hendelman. This is the kind of night that rewards close listening — voice and piano in direct dialogue, full of swing, elegance, humor, risk, lyric beauty, and the kind of musical trust that only comes from artists who have lived deeply inside the tradition.
Roberta Gambarini is widely regarded as one of the preeminent jazz vocalists of her generation. Born in Turin, Italy, she burst onto the international jazz scene in 1998 as a runner-up in the Thelonious Monk Jazz Vocal Competition, then went on to perform at some of the world’s most prestigious venues, including Carnegie Hall, the Hollywood Bowl, major festivals such as Monterey and Newport, and New York’s Blue Note Jazz Club. Her artistry has earned multiple Grammy nominations, including recognition for her albums Easy to Love and So in Love, and her official site describes her as a singer, lyricist, arranger, and educator.
What makes Gambarini extraordinary is not only the beauty of the voice, but the depth of the musicianship. She sings with the command of an instrumentalist, the phrasing of a great horn player, and the emotional clarity of a storyteller. Her lineage runs through Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, Carmen McRae, Billie Holiday, and the great bebop masters — but the result is not imitation. It is living jazz: deeply rooted, technically fearless, and completely present in the moment.
Tamir Hendelman is the ideal partner for that kind of artistry. Born in Tel Aviv and raised in Los Angeles, Hendelman began keyboard studies at age six, won Yamaha’s national keyboard competition at fourteen, and later earned his degree in composition from the Eastman School of Music. Since 2000, he has toured internationally with his own trio, the Jeff Hamilton Trio, and the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra, while becoming one of the most sought-after pianist-arrangers for vocalists. His work includes performances and recordings with Natalie Cole, Roberta Gambarini, Jackie Ryan, and Barbra Streisand — including Streisand’s celebrated return to jazz at the Village Vanguard.
Together, Gambarini and Hendelman offer something rare: the grandeur of the Great American Songbook in its most intimate form. Their duo setting allows every phrase, every harmonic turn, every breath, and every improvisational spark to matter. Audiences can expect beloved standards, bebop gems, Brazilian and Jobim-inspired colors, ballads, and spontaneous reinventions shaped in real time by two artists with extraordinary ears and deep mutual respect. Their recent duo appearances have been described as celebrations of the Great American Songbook, bebop evergreens, lesser-known Jobim, and more; Hendelman also recorded on Gambarini’s Easy to Love and So in Love albums and has toured with her in the U.S., Europe, and Japan.
This is not simply a concert. It is a close-up encounter with the language of jazz itself — voice and piano, melody and harmony, tradition and invention, two master musicians discovering the night together.
Tuesday, July 21 at Campus JAX: Roberta Gambarini and Tamir Hendelman bring the Songbook, swing, bebop, and soul into one intimate, unforgettable evening.
Artist Bio: Roberta Gambarini Roberta Gambarini is a multi-Grammy-nominated jazz vocalist, lyricist, arranger, and educator whose artistry places her among the most respected singers in contemporary jazz. Born and raised in Turin, Italy, Gambarini grew up surrounded by jazz and began performing professionally before moving to the United States, where she quickly made a major impression as a runner-up in the 1998 Thelonious Monk Jazz Vocal Competition.
Since then, she has built an international career performing at leading venues and festivals, including Carnegie Hall, the Hollywood Bowl, Monterey, Newport, and New York’s Blue Note Jazz Club. Her collaborators include many of the masters of the music: James Moody, Roy Hargrove, Hank Jones, Herbie Hancock, Dave Brubeck, Chucho Valdés, Paquito D’Rivera, and the Dizzy Gillespie All Stars Big Band.
Gambarini’s recordings have earned major critical recognition, including Grammy nominations for Easy to Love and So in Love, as well as honors from the French National Jazz Academy. In 2023, the French Ministry of Culture awarded her the title of Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres, one of France’s highest honors for artists.

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Local Event: Roberta Gambarini & Tamir Hendelman

Roberta Gambarini & Tamir Hendelman

Some jazz performances impress you. Others make you feel as though you have been invited into a private conversation between...

Think you've got a great story? Share it at JAX and take your shot at the $100 prize!
We're looking for true stories up to six minutes long. Send a five-line summary to dape317@gmail.com to throw your hat in the ring!
Join us in the audience for $15 presale or $20 at the door! The audience chooses the winner!
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Local Event: OC Searches for The Greatest Storyteller

OC Searches for The Greatest Storyteller

Think you've got a great story? Share it at JAX and take your shot at the $100 prize!
We're looking for true stories up to six...

There are singers who perform jazz standards, and then there are singers who make the tradition feel alive in the room. April Varner belongs in the second category.
Winner of the 2023 International Ella Fitzgerald Jazz Vocal Competition, Varner arrives at Campus JAX as one of the most compelling young voices in modern jazz: a vocalist praised by DownBeat for her “impressive range,” recognized among its Rising Star Jazz Vocalists, and described as both a bebop technician and a contemporary storyteller.
Her connection to Ella Fitzgerald is more than a credential — it is a living artistic conversation. On her newest album, Ella, released via Cellar Music Group and produced by Ulysses Owens, Jr., Varner reimagines the First Lady of Song’s repertoire with fresh arrangements for both big band and intimate ensemble, bringing “emotional precision and ungoverned spontaneity” to songs forever associated with one of jazz’s most beloved voices.
But April Varner is not an imitator. She is a modern artist with deep roots. Her music lives where the American Songbook, vocalese, hard bop, swing, and contemporary storytelling meet. Online, she has drawn a large following by working through her own vocal transcriptions of iconic solos from artists like Freddie Hubbard and Lee Morgan — translating the language of great instrumental improvisers into her own voice with intelligence, humor, and fearless musicality.
A Toledo-born New Yorker, Varner has headlined at many of New York’s essential jazz rooms, including Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Dizzy’s Club, Mezzrow, Birdland, Minton’s Playhouse, The Django, Zinc Bar, and 55 Bar, while also appearing at major venues across the country and internationally in Paris. She has collaborated with a remarkable roster that includes Kurt Elling, Jane Monheit, John Pizzarelli, Ulysses Owens, Jr., Theo Bleckmann, Benny Benack III, Nicole Zuraitis, Dayna Stephens, Reuben Rogers, and the late Russell Malone.
For this special evening at Campus JAX, audiences can expect a vocalist who understands the tradition from the inside out: swinging standards, dazzling scat, nimble vocalese, warmth, wit, and the unmistakable joy that made Ella Fitzgerald timeless.
Thursday, July 23 at Campus JAX: April Varner brings the spirit of Ella, the fire of bebop, and the freshness of a new generation of jazz vocal artistry.
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Local Event: April Varner: The Spirit of Ella

April Varner: The Spirit of Ella

There are singers who perform jazz standards, and then there are singers who make the tradition feel alive in the room. April...

Having formed in 1988 and recently featured on AXS TV's "World's Greatest Tribute Bands", Led Zepagain has become highly regarded as the most authentic representation of Led Zeppelin in the world today.&nbsp;
In January of 2004, Led Zeppelin guitarist Jimmy Page himself attended a Led Zepagain show at the House of Blues in Los Angeles. He was absolutely astonished at the bands accuracy stating “It’s amazing how much you sound like us. You must have grown up on this because you were inside the music, and you paid attention to detail in your presentation…I can tell you guys really love the music!”&nbsp;
This encounter led to the members of Led Zepagain attending Led Zeppelin's 2007 Reunion Concert at London's O2 Arena and a surprise visit from Jason Bonham in March of 2009 as he sat in with the band on their encore performance of the song "Rock and Roll".&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2w6noToYSqQ" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">youtube.com/watch?v=2w6noToYSqQ</a>
Having played nationally and internationally in such places as Japan, Ireland, Alaska, Germany, Bosnia, Peru, Canada, Kosovo, Mexico City and Guam, Led Zepagain regularly performs to packed houses all over the world. Come on out and see what Jimmy was talking about.
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Local Event: Led Zepagain Led Zeppelin Tribute

Led Zepagain Led Zeppelin Tribute

Having formed in 1988 and recently featured on AXS TV's "World's Greatest Tribute Bands", Led Zepagain has become highly...

Feelin' Good: The Ultimate Michael Bublé Experience is a dynamic show that delivers the essence of a Michael Bublé concert at an affordable price. With interactive elements woven into its scripted format, the energy is high throughout. Backed by an 11-piece orchestra, the focus is on Bublé's contemporary persona, moving beyond Sinatra's influence to embrace his modern song choices. While honoring classics from the American songbook, the show also incorporates selections from Bublé's Grammy Award-winning album Higher, ensuring broad appeal across all age groups. Entertaining and engaging, it promises a memorable experience for everyone in the audience.
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Local Event: Feelin Good The Ultimate Michael Bublé Experience

Feelin Good The Ultimate Michael Bublé Experience

Feelin' Good: The Ultimate Michael Bublé Experience is a dynamic show that delivers the essence of a Michael Bublé concert at...

Saddle up for an afternoon&nbsp;of cowboy music​, good grub and dancing around the campfire.
Deke &amp; His Whippersnappers bring their smokin' hot brand of rockin' country to Campus JAX&nbsp;and the Soda Crackers open with a full set of their cowboy classics. &nbsp; &nbsp;Saddle up for an afternoon of cowboy music, good grub and dancing around the campfire.
Deke &amp; His Whippersnappers bring their smokin' hot brand of rockin' country to Campus JAX and the Soda Crackers open with a full set of their cowboy classics.
Can’t make it live? Join the live stream at <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@CampusJaxLive" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@CampusJaxLive</a><a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/147468/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More info

Local Event: Cowboy Jubilee w/ Deke Dickerson and the Soda Crackers

Cowboy Jubilee w/ Deke Dickerson and the Soda...

Saddle up for an afternoon of cowboy music​, good grub and dancing around the campfire.
Deke & His Whippersnappers bring their...

Cowboy Jubilee w/ Deke Dickerson and the Soda Crackers

Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring the seductive compositions and arrangements, by the CHOI CUNLIFFE BIG BAND!
Mina Choi is a Korean-born, Los Angeles–based jazz pianist, composer, and arranger whose music uniquely blends jazz, classical influences, and the rich traditions of her Korean heritage. With years of experience as both a performer and educator in California, Mina’s work reflects her personal journey, characterized by beautiful melodies, intricate rhythms, and colorful harmonies. Each composition tells a story, inviting listeners to experience a deep emotional connection to her music.
The Mina Choi Orchestra recently released its debut big band album, Stories, featuring jazz greats George Cables, Alex Acuña, and Bill Cunliffe. The album has been highly acclaimed and widely recommended.
For more information, check out<a href="https://www.minachoijazz.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> www.minachoijazz.com</a>
Jazz pianist, composer and Grammy Award-winning arranger Bill Cunliffe is known for his innovative and swinging recordings and compositions. Bill began his career as pianist and arranger with the Buddy Rich Big Band and worked with Frank Sinatra, Joe Henderson, Freddie Hubbard, Benny Golson and James Moody. He has since established himself as a solo artist and bandleader, with more than a dozen albums under his name.
Bill currently plays with his trio; his big band; his Latin band, Imaginación; and his classical-jazz ensemble, Trimotif. He performs in the U.S. and around the world as a leader and sideman as well as a soloist with symphony orchestras.
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Local Event: Choi Cunliffe Big Band

Choi Cunliffe Big Band

 Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring the seductive compositions and arrangements, by the CHOI CUNLIFFE BIG...

Acoustic Echoes is a one-of-a-kind live music experience that brings legendary songs to life in a fresh, powerful, and unforgettable way. Featuring exceptional musicianship, rich acoustic arrangements, and an energy that is both intimate and electrifying, the band delivers a show that stands apart from the rest.
With roots in Led Zepagain, Copycats, Escape, Never a Dull Moment, and more, Acoustic Echoes features Swan Montgomery, Dean DeLorenzo, Gary Ponder,&nbsp;&nbsp;Erin Hawkins, and Douglas Baker. Together, they create a dynamic sound with acoustic guitar, cello, fretless bass, percussion, and soaring vocals, giving audiences a bold new way to experience timeless music.
Performing classics made famous by CSN, Simon &amp; Garfunkel, Bob Dylan, Led Zeppelin, Eric Clapton, The Eagles, Joe Cocker, The Rolling Stones, and The Beatles, Acoustic Echoes transforms beloved favorites into something fresh, soulful, and deeply engaging. This is more than a concert. It is an unforgettable musical journey.
If you love iconic songs, powerful performances, and a brand-new acoustic vibe, Acoustic Echoes is a show you do not want to miss. Get your tickets now and experience Acoustic Echoes live.
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Local Event: Acoustic Echoes ft. Swan Montgomery from Led Zepagain

Acoustic Echoes ft. Swan Montgomery from Led...

Acoustic Echoes is a one-of-a-kind live music experience that brings legendary songs to life in a fresh, powerful, and...

Acoustic Echoes ft. Swan Montgomery from Led Zepagain

Kenny Hale leads a talented group of experienced musicians who re-create with authentic sounds the legendary music of Neil Diamond.
Kenny’s accurate vocal impersonation is the closest you will ever hear to Neil Diamond other than Neil himself. The precise replication of voice, emotion, along with the musical prowess of the band distinguishes this tribute to Neil Diamond from all other acts that proclaim to be. Close your eyes and you will think Neil is right there on the stage singing to you. It’s that good… So good! So good!
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Local Event: Neil Diamond Tribute Kenny Hale

Neil Diamond Tribute Kenny Hale

Kenny Hale leads a talented group of experienced musicians who re-create with authentic sounds the legendary music of Neil...

Kenny Hale leads a talented group of experienced musicians who re-create with authentic sounds the legendary music of Neil Diamond.
Kenny’s accurate vocal impersonation is the closest you will ever hear to Neil Diamond other than Neil himself. The precise replication of voice, emotion, along with the musical prowess of the band distinguishes this tribute to Neil Diamond from all other acts that proclaim to be. Close your eyes and you will think Neil is right there on the stage singing to you. It’s that good… So good! So good!
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There is a particular kind of country song that does not chase the spotlight. It earns it. It comes from real life, real love, real heartbreak, real faith, real family, and the kind of truth you can only sing if you have lived it.
That is the world of Shannon Kain.
A frequent and beloved guest of JAX SongStage, Shannon returns to Campus JAX for a special edition performance celebrating songs from her new self-titled album. With a voice that carries both strength and tenderness, and songwriting rooted in classic country honesty, Shannon brings the kind of music that feels at once deeply personal and instantly familiar.
Her songs live where the blacktop ends and real life begins: Sunday gatherings, old guitars, front-porch memories, hard-earned love, devotion, resilience, family, faith, and the ache of wanting something true. Whether she is singing about the people who hold us together or the moments that nearly break us apart, Shannon has a way of turning ordinary life into something timeless.
This is country music built on story, soul, and sincerity. No pretense. No polish for polish’s sake. Just a songwriter, a room, a band, and songs that land exactly where they are supposed to — in the heart.
Join us at Campus JAX for an intimate, album-centered night with Shannon Kain, as JAX SongStage presents a special celebration of her new music, her unmistakable voice, and the honest country storytelling that has made her such a natural part of the JAX SongStage family.
For fans of heartfelt country, songwriter truth, and the kind of live music that reminds you why songs matter.
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Local Event: Shannon Kain and Band — A Special JAX SongStage Album Celebration

Shannon Kain and Band — A Special JAX SongStage...

There is a particular kind of country song that does not chase the spotlight. It earns it. It comes from real life, real love,...

Shannon Kain and Band — A Special JAX SongStage Album Celebration

Vocalist Matt Mauser's crooner style captures the essence of the very best of Tom Jones, Bobby Darin, Elvis, Sinatra, and so much more. Enjoy gourmet cuisine and classic Vegas-style entertainment as only Matt can deliver!
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Local Event: Matt Mauser Sinatra + More

Matt Mauser Sinatra + More

Vocalist Matt Mauser's crooner style captures the essence of the very best of Tom Jones, Bobby Darin, Elvis, Sinatra, and so...

Katie Daryl, Mark Cuban, and Ryan Seacrest of AXS-TV dubbed PettyBreakers "The World’s Greatest Tribute to Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers!" in 2014. Originating as a regional band in 2010, they've become the nation’s top touring tribute to Tom Petty, performing in 22 states and Washington D.C. Highlights include playing at iconic venues like the Naval Yard in Washington D.C. for Major League Baseball’s Allstars Pregame Celebration and a four-and-a-half-month residency at Harrah’s Casino in Reno. Their recognition on&nbsp;AXS-TV&nbsp;included a live show at the Whisky a Go Go in Hollywood, showcasing their talent to a capacity crowd.
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Local Event: The PettyBreakers

The PettyBreakers

Katie Daryl, Mark Cuban, and Ryan Seacrest of AXS-TV dubbed PettyBreakers "The World’s Greatest Tribute to Tom Petty and the...

Please join us for an evening with the Tijuana Dogs, OC's premier party dance band.
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Local Event: Tijuana Dogs

Tijuana Dogs

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For most audiences, Matthew Elton Smith is known as a drummer, educator, and bandleader. What many don’t know is that his musical journey began on the trombone. Before earning a Master’s Degree in Jazz Drum Set from CalArts and building a career as a performer and educator throughout Southern California, Matthew earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Music and spent years studying the instrument that inspired this evening’s concert. Funny Bones: A Trombone Summit is the realization of a simple idea, bringing together a remarkable group of trombonists whose paths have crossed through schools, bands, mentorship, recording sessions, and friendships over the last two decades. More than a showcase of individual talent, this concert is a celebration of the trombone community itself. The summit features Joey Sellers, one of the most influential jazz educators and composers in the region. A recipient of the Gil Evans Fellowship, the Sammy Nestico Award, and numerous national commissions, Joey’s music has been performed by orchestras, jazz ensembles, and soloists throughout the world. As Director of Jazz Studies at Saddleback College, his mentorship has shaped generations of musicians, including several performers on tonight’s stage. Joining him is Abdullah Ebrahim, whose journey through California State University Northridge and the renowned University of North Texas led to performances with the legendary Glenn Miller Orchestra. Combining classical precision with modern jazz improvisation, Abdullah represents a new generation of highly versatile trombonists. Los Angeles native and brand new dad, Steven Robinson brings one of the most diverse resumes in the group. From touring internationally with John Fogerty and recording Grammy winning projects to performing daily at Disneyland with The Straw Hatters, Steven has built a career that bridges jazz, commercial music, education, and recording work. His warmth, versatility, and musicianship have made him a favorite collaborator throughout Southern California. The evening also features Bob Lawrence, one of Southern California’s most sought-after trombonists, arrangers, and educators. A former student of Joey Sellers at Saddleback College, Bob has performed with artists ranging from Poncho Sanchez and Luis Enrique to the Latin Grammy-nominated Afro-Peruvian Jazz Orchestra. His powerful sound and deep roots in both jazz and Latin music have made him a respected voice throughout Los Angeles. Rounding out the brass are bass trombonists Robert Todd and Rose Doylemason. Robert is a highly respected low-brass specialist whose work spans jazz bands, symphony orchestras, brass ensembles, video game music ensembles, and even polka bands. Rose brings an equally impressive range of experiences, performing with orchestras, brass quintets, jazz ensembles, and chamber groups throughout the country. Together they showcase the incredible versatility of the trombone family. Supporting the summit is a rhythm section made up of some of Southern California’s most creative musicians. Pianist Sam Ross, a Long Beach based composer, DownBeat Award winner, and acclaimed performer, brings his modern approach and deep jazz vocabulary to the evening. Bassist Cole Sainburg contributes a unique musical perspective shaped by jazz, Armenian folk music, and traditional Japanese music, while also serving as a dedicated educator throughout the region. Behind the drums leading the night is Matthew Elton Smith, whose career as a performer, composer, recording artist, and educator has connected many of the musicians gathered for this event. At its heart, Funny Bones is a celebration of mentorship, friendship, shared history, and the joy of making music together. The trombone has always possessed a uniquely human voice, capable of laughter, lyricism, power, and surprise. Tonight’s performance embraces all of those qualities, bringing together artists from different backgrounds and generations for an evening that honors both the tradition and the future of jazz. Welcome to Funny Bones: A Trombone Summit.
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Funny Bones: A Trombone Summit

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