KJazz 88.1 FM and Alvas Showroom are proud to present: KJazz Latin Night! Las Guaracheras is a powerful Latin jazz sextet formed in 2017 in the city of Cali, Colombia. Their repertoire spans Afro-Caribbean rhythms such as Salsa, as well as music from Colombia’s Pacific region. In their compositions, Las Guaracheras place a strong emphasis [...]
The Architect of the Aja Sound Joins the West Coast’s Premier Steely Dan Experience. Prepare for a night of impeccable "renegade" precision. For one night only, STEELY JAM —LA’s definitive interpreters of the Fagen/Becker songbook—are joined by the man who helped define the sound: legendary saxophonist and Grammy-winner Tom Scott. Tom’s pedigree is the stuff [...]
Back by popular demand! The Doobie Doubles make their triumphant return to Alvas Showroom for their third show, and the word is out—this band brings the goods. Come and do some Doobies with us—Doobie Doubles, that is! Experience the unmistakable sound, soaring harmonies, searing guitar licks and driving grooves that made The Doobie Brothers legends [...]
Meets the second Sunday of Every Month at Alvas Showroom. 1 pm to 5 pm consists of 3 sets of Club & Guest musicians and a featured Special Guest Band, All great for dancing. We are a club of musicians, dancers, listeners, toe tappers and we are dictated to the preservation of America’s cultural contribution to [...]
With its signature charanga lineup—violins, cello, flute, and a driving Afro-Cuban rhythm section—Orquesta Ritmo Alegre fuses folkloric Cuban rhythms, rich jazz harmonies, and a refined classical sensibility into a vibrant and distinctive sound. This concert will be featuring Candi Sosa and Lazaro Galarraga, two stellar Cuban singers who are rooted in the vocal traditions of [...]
Taylor Made Tapestry returns to Alvas Showroom celebrating the extraordinary music of two of the most prolific and influential singer-songwriters in popular music history—Carole King and James Taylor. Carole King, a member of both the Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, helped define the sound of a generation, penning over 400 [...]
ETTA JAMES MEETS EVA CASSIDY Two iconic voices. One unforgettable show. Internationally acclaimed Australian singer-songwriter Nardia brings together the raw soul of Etta James and the breathtaking beauty of Eva Cassidy in a powerful live celebration of two of music’s most unforgettable voices. Etta James Meets Eva Cassidy journeys from the fire, grit and swagger [...]
Come and celebrate the release of Frank Unzueta's new jazz release "A Dream Sleeps Here" at Alvas Showroom! Frank will also be including songs from the fan favorite "One World" band!! Featuring pianist/composer Frank Unzueta with a stellar list of guest musicians. Performer Names/Instruments: Frank Unzueta - Piano/Guitar Brandon Fields - Saxophones Dan Weinstein - [...]
Meets the second Sunday of Every Month at Alvas Showroom. 1 pm to 5 pm consists of 3 sets of Club & Guest musicians and a featured Special Guest Band, All great for dancing. We are a club of musicians, dancers, listeners, toe tappers and we are dictated to the preservation of America’s cultural contribution to [...]
YOYOKA is a drummer from Japan who has collaborated with renowned artists such as Jack Black, Cyndi Lauper, Tom Morello, Alex Lifeson, and Fall Out Boy. She has made two appearances on The Ellen DeGeneres Show and was the youngest drummer ever selected as one of the world's top 500 drummers. Four years ago, she [...]
Stevie Nicks Illusion has been referred to as the most authentic sounding tribute to Fleetwood Mac to date! The haunting vocals and performance of Diana Grace are "Spot On" as Stevie Nicks from the early years of the 1970's, and Monty Sommer recreates Lindsey Buckingham's vocals and unique and intricate guitar work to sheer perfection! [...]
The acclaimed Los-Angeles-based group INCENDIO performs original “world guitar” compositions, featuring incredible guitar-playing across a variety of genres: latin, middle-eastern, and celtic grooves. Formed in 1999, the group has 11 CD’s and 2 DVD’s available internationally, variously hitting the Billboard, CMJ, NAV, and Amazon.com charts. Averaging over 150 shows a year since 2000 (until the [...]
The Baker Brothers Jazz Octet is a classic mid-sized ensemble featuring a robust 4-horn frontline and a locked-in rhythm section, bringing authentic modern and traditional Jazz, Blues, and Pop arrangements to life. Featuring Vocalists Sophia Kaminski, Alison Lewis, and Gabby Henderson. Performer Names/Instruments: Dan Baker - Music Director, Drums David Swerdlove - Band Leader - [...]
Performing their unique brand of ballet, Kenneth Walker Dance Project (KWDP) brings “The Stories We Tell”, a repertory performance, to San Pedro. KWDP is the premier South Bay/Long Beach contemporary ballet company. Full of mirth and mystery, this evening showcases the company up close and personal. Feel the energy. Feast in the artistry. KWDP has [...]
Performing their unique brand of ballet, Kenneth Walker Dance Project (KWDP) brings “The Stories We Tell”, a repertory performance, to San Pedro. KWDP is the premier South Bay/Long Beach contemporary ballet company. Full of mirth and mystery, this evening showcases the company up close and personal. Feel the energy. Feast in the artistry. KWDP has [...]
If you love the smooth, unforgettable sounds of the ’70s, you won’t want to miss PureBread — Southern California’s premier tribute to the legendary soft rock supergroup, Bread. Bread skyrocketed to fame in 1970 with their first No. 1 hit, “Make It With You,” and went on to score an astonishing twelve Top 40 singles, [...]
Los Angeles based Stevie Ray Visited is ready to bring the spirit of Stevie Ray Vaughan to you. We want you to feel like Stevie Ray…Visited. Performer Names/Instruments: Roby Duron - Guitar Vocals Steven Elowe - Bass guitar Frankie Lee Duron - Drums Noel Deis - Keyboards
Porterhouse Bob and the Zulu Coconuts perform high octane New Orleans funk, 2nd line and R&B boogie in the styles of Dr. John, Jon Cleary, James Booker, Professor Longhair, and the Rebirth Brass Band. The band has performed with BB King, Derek Trucks, headlined festivals in Utah, Nevada, and throughout California. They have appeared at [...]
Meets the second Sunday of Every Month at Alvas Showroom. 1 pm to 5 pm consists of 3 sets of Club & Guest musicians and a featured Special Guest Band, All great for dancing. We are a club of musicians, dancers, listeners, toe tappers and we are dictated to the preservation of America’s cultural contribution to [...]
Experience an unforgettable evening at Alvas Showroom with Ned Evett and Neo — a boundary-pushing performance blending soaring fretless glass guitar, cinematic chordal bass, and expressive vocals. Known internationally for his groundbreaking work on the glass fretless guitar and recent appearances opening for Joe Satriani and Steve Vai, Ned Evett brings a deeply emotional and [...]
Fine Folk is an indie folk rock band based in Long Beach, California. Their sound blends rich acoustic instrumentation with poetic lyrics, drawing inspiration from artists like Joni Mitchell and Laura Marling. With roots in folk music’s spirit of unity and storytelling, Fine Folk brings a sense of connection and community to every performance. Performer [...]
Encore Saxophone Quartet returns to Alva’s Showroom for a highly anticipated encore performance, bringing audiences another opportunity to experience one of Los Angeles’ premier award-winning ensembles. Internationally acclaimed artistry Celebrated around the world as “masters of the saxophone,” the quartet captivates listeners with dazzling virtuosity, refined musicality, and “some of the most delicate sounds imaginable.” [...]
In this performance, you will hear a piano-centered JAZZ COLLECTIVE built around Bruce Baker’s original compositions. The core of the Bruce Baker Collective is the Trio - piano, bass and drums. The Trio will be joined by special guest soloist Steve Hommel - saxophonist and flutist. Other guest performers may be included - (to be [...]
CARPENTERS ONCE MORE A Tribute to the Carpenters featuring Laura Wolfe **Carpenters Once More… the timeless music of The Carpenters comes alive.** Join us at Alvas Showroom for a beautiful afternoon celebrating the unforgettable music of Karen and Richard Carpenter, performed with warmth, authenticity, and extraordinary musicianship by Carpenters Once More, featuring the captivating vocals [...]
"Mood Lifters - A Tribute to Rush" plays the music of Rush with the utmost passion and precision, faithfully replicating all eras of Rush's storied 40+ year career. Like the band they tribute, all members of Mood Lifters are committed to a simple concept -- that the music of Rush deserves to be honored through [...]
Shine On, The Live Pink Floyd Experience has been wowing audiences for over 20 years. With it’s eleven-piece ensemble modeled after Pink Floyd’s last two touring bands, they are able to capture the near orchestral soundscape that is the Pink Floyd live experience. Each song has been meticulously crafted down to every detail by the [...]
Grammy®-winner Jim "Kimo" West's holiday show is an annual tradition and features classics from his two holiday slack key CD's, as well as traditional hula and guest artists! Performer Names/Instruments: Jim "Kimo" West - Slack Key Guitar, Steel Guitar Joe Bird - Ipu Heke Diana Tanaka - Vocals, Hula
Richard Smith and Pat Bergeson! Virtuoso guitarists bring a show of Originals, fingerstyle classics, pop standards and some Christmas spirit.. along with Pat Bergeson’s astounding harmonica chops. Performer Names/Instruments: Richard Smith – Guitar Pat Bergeson – guitar/harmonica
Australian-born guitarist Kyran Daniel is a world-class acoustic virtuoso and former touring collaborator of Grammy-winning guitar legend Tommy Emmanuel, known for his breathtaking technique and cinematic compositions. Performer Names/Instruments: Kyran Daniel, guitar
“World’s Most Recorded Piper” Eric Rigler (LORD OF THE RINGS: THE RINGS OF POWER, OUTLANDER, BRAVEHEART, TITANIC) and multi-talented guitarist Dirk Freymuth return to Alva’s Showroom for their annual Celtic Christmas concerts. Drawing from traditional Irish & Scottish melodies featured in their PBS Special, “Celtic Journeys: Songs & Soundtracks” as well as themes from Eric’s [...]
“World’s Most Recorded Piper” Eric Rigler (LORD OF THE RINGS: THE RINGS OF POWER, OUTLANDER, BRAVEHEART, TITANIC) and multi-talented guitarist Dirk Freymuth return to Alvas Showroom for their annual Celtic Christmas concerts. Drawing from traditional Irish & Scottish melodies featured in their PBS Special, “Celtic Journeys: Songs & Soundtracks” as well as themes from Eric’s [...]
CTRL+Z is a dynamic fusion of world-class musicians hailing from the realms of rock, jazz and progressive music. The band’s five members bring together an impressive array of talent, history and expertise. The set features selections from legacy bands that the collective members have worked and performed with. Their ranks include: ASIA KEITH EMERSON CTA [...]
World renowned pianist and keyboardist David Garfield assembles an all-star cast for his second annual holiday show at Alvas! He'll be doing material from his critically acclaimed "Holidays Outside The Box" and will feature Robbie Wyckoff, lead vocalist of Pablo Cruise and Roger Waters (Pink Floyd). This special performance will feature both vocal and instrumental [...]
🎸✨ THE ICONS OF THE '80s ARE COMING TO ALVAS SHOWROOM! ✨🎸 Get ready for an unforgettable afternoon celebrating three legendary artists who helped define a generation! Icons of the '80s brings together the timeless music of Stevie Nicks, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and Tom Petty in one incredible live performance packed with unforgettable songs, soaring [...]
Mirage - Visions of Fleetwood Mac captures the excitement and authenticity of the "Rumours" era lineup. Critically acclaimed and endorsed by Mark Cuban's AXS TV " The World's Greatest Tribute Bands" and personally praised by Stevie Nicks after she heard a live show. Complete with stunning vocals and musicianship. When Mirage is on the stage, [...]
Often dubbed “The Welsh Tornado,” guitarist Gareth Pearson has captivated audiences worldwide with his explosive fingerstyle technique, high-energy performances, and effortless showmanship. A protégé of Tommy Emmanuel, Gareth’s music spans country, folk, jazz, and rock, blending dazzling arrangements with heartfelt original compositions. Having shared stages with icons such as Ray Davies, John Renbourn, Jan Akkerman, [...]
SoCal's newest and youngest (and tallest!) Beatles tribute band are coming to rock San Pedro! Left at Greenland, (named after a quote from the movie A Hard Day's Night), can and will play EVERY Beatles song, including the hits and everything in between. See the palpable, youthful energy among the group as they twist, shout, [...]
Experience the unforgettable music of America with Ventura Highway - The America All-Star Tribute. Featuring an all-star lineup of award-winning musicians, this outstanding concert stars acclaimed guitarists Jeff Ellis plus Jim Wootten, Michael Olivieri, Kevin Herrera and Joey Alva, delivering the rich harmonies and masterful musicianship that made America one of the most beloved bands [...]
An evening of instrumental 6 and 12 string acoustic guitar: Bach, Beatles, Blues and a bit of Bluegrass drizzled with folk and classical. Performer Names/Instruments: Richard Gilewitz - 6 and 12 string acoustic guitar
Philadelphia based pianist Junwen Liang presents Echoes Across Horizons: American Voices in Classical Piano, an engaging exploration of the many voices and traditions that have shaped American music. Featuring works by Amy Beach, Florence Price, Tan Dun and more, alongside beloved melodies from American musical theatre, the program moves between lyricism, virtuosity, cultural memory, and [...]
The Baker Brothers Jazz Orchestra is a premier 20-piece ensemble renowned for its magnetic stage presence and vibrant sound, offering a dynamic mix of Swing and Jazz standards to contemporary and popular tunes, all in the big band fashion. Performer Names/Instruments: Dan Baker - Music Director - Drums David Swerdlove - Band Leader - Tenor [...]
Benno Marmur is a highly sought after guitarist based in New York City. Benno has had the opportunity to perform at Smalls, Jazz at Lincoln Center - Dizzy’s Club Coca Cola, The Iridium, Mintons Playhouse in Harlem, Nublu, Ornithology, The Velvet Note (Alpharetta, Georgia), Westport Jazz and Dock Street (Ireland), Jazz on Main, St. Peter’s [...]