Music

Occidental Community Choir Winter Concerts 2024: ‘Radical Love’, directed by Gage Purdy. Please join our west county choral community for a heartwarming concert series centered on the theme of Radical Love. Through music we explore the powerful concept of love for all, including ourselves; embracing courage, compassion, understanding, forgiveness and gratitude. Come experience the transformative power of music in these dark winter months, as we celebrate the many forms of love that bring us together and inspire our life journeys. Tickets are $25. for adults, $1 for children @ occidentalchoir.org/tickets. Be sure to get your tickets in advance so you don’t miss out! Friday, […]

Saturday November 30 @ 7 pm. Nina Gerber and Keith Greeninger at Occidental Center for the Arts. Award winning singer/songwriter Keith Greeninger and legendary guitarist Nina Gerber join forces for a powerful night of music, song and community celebration. Both artists share deep roots in the rich California music scene and are well know for their dynamic, improvisational performances and collaborations. Don’t miss this special performance! Tickets are $30 Advance GA, $25 for OCA members at www.occidentalcenterforthearts.org.Tickets at the door, if available, will be $5 additional. Art gallery open during intermission, refreshments available. OCA is wheelchair accessible. 3850 Doris Murphy Ct. Occidental, CA. 95465.707-874-9392.

SUNDAY November 24 @ 4 pm: Stardust, A Cabaret at Occidental Center for the Arts. Enjoy a late afternoon cabaret-style performance featuring vocalists Andrea Van Dyke and Leah Van Dyke, along with the Trimates : John Simon, Kendrick Freeman and Tom Shader. The ensemble will be offering classic jazz and pop standards with a dash of Broadway, blues, and bossa; sprinkled with levity and a touch of nostalgia. Modeled after the very first cabaret performance in OCA’s newly remodeled auditorium in August of 2006, produced by Marylu Downing and featuring Andrea and Leah Van Dyke, Steve Fowler, and John Simon […]

Sunday November 24 @ 4 pm. Stardust Cabaret at Occidental Center for the Arts. Enjoy a late afternoon cabaret-style performance featuring vocalists Andrea and Leah Van Dyke with the Trimates : John Simon, Kendrick Freeman and Tom Shader. They will be offering classic jazz and pop standards with a dash of Broadway, blues, and bossa; sprinkled with levity and a touch of nostalgia. Tickets are $25 GA/$20 for OCA Members at www.occidentalcenterforthearts.org; $5 additional at the door. Fine refreshments for sale, art gallery open, wheelchair accessible. 3850 Doris Murphy Ct. Occidental, CA. 95465. 707-874-9392.

Saturday November 9 @ 7 pm.SonoMusette: Musique de Paris at Occidental Center for the Arts. SonoMusette presents a tribute to the greatest performers of mid-century Paris, featuring songs by Edith Piaf, Yves Montand, Charles Aznavour, Jaques Brel and more. Whether it’s the soulful strains of the accordion, the lively rhythms of the guitar, or the romantic vocals that create an atmosphere of elegance and joy, this accomplished ensemble brings a unique, international flavor to our stage. Featuring Mimi Pirard (vocals), Robert Lunceford (accordion), Jan Martinelli (upright bass & piano), Isaac Vandeveer (guitar & bass) and Kendrick Freeman (drums).Tickets are $30 […]

Sunday, November 3 @ 3 pm.The Quitters at Occidental Center for the Arts. This accomplished guitar-and-vocals duo: right-handed, right-side-up finger picker, Stevie Coyle; and left-handed, upside-down flat picker, Glenn “Houston” Pomianek, were two of the original members of The Waybacks. Glenn was lead guitarist for Americana powerhouse Houston Jones. Don’t miss this opportunity to see these incredible musicians at our acoustic sweet spot on Bohemian Highway! Tickets are $27, $22 OCA members at www.occidentalcenterforthearts.org. $5 additional at the door. Fine Refreshments available, Art gallery open, wheelchair accessible. 3850 Doris Murphy Ct. Occidental, CA. 9546. 707-874-9392

Friday, November 1 @ 7 pm:Juanito Pascual : New Age Flamenco at Occidental Center for the Arts. Jonathan ‘Juanito’ Pascual is an internationally recognized guitarist who masterfully blends traditional and contemporary flamenco music in charismatic performances that showcase his virtuosity, original composition style, and dedication to music as global communication. We are thrilled to welcome him back to our stage, with vocalist/ percussionist Jose Moreno, plus a guest flamenco dancer! Don’t miss this exciting immersion into the vibrant world of flamenco. Tickets are $25 Advance/$20 OCA Members; $5 additional at the door at www.occidentalcenterforthearts.org. Fine refreshments for sale, Art Gallery open, wheelchair accessible. 3850 […]