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Thursday Live! The Pitchforks
Thursday Live! The Pitchforks
ODD FELLOWS LODGE. Featuring a classic honky tonk and western swing band out of Sonoma County. Come by, relax & enjoy the music! No host beer, wine & soft drinks available. Donations encouraged. 7p–10p. Free
4 events,
Friday Folk Music Jam Sessions
Friday Folk Music Jam Sessions
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
Ismay / Misner & Smith Live
Ismay / Misner & Smith Live
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
Lara Downes & John McWhorter: Scott Joplin & The Birth of American Music
Lara Downes & John McWhorter: Scott Joplin & The Birth of American Music
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
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Big Sticky Mess: Jonny Gold Trio Reunion
Big Sticky Mess: Jonny Gold Trio Reunion
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
California Honey Festival After Party
California Honey Festival After Party
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
UC Davis Symphony Orchestra: Brazil and Jazz
UC Davis Symphony Orchestra: Brazil and Jazz
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
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World Dance Club – European Social Dance
World Dance Club – European Social Dance
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. On Tuesday evenings in May, come learn European social dance with Niki Baccile. The series will culminate in a (mini) Grand Ball on June 16th. 6p—7p. Free
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Lara Downes: Love at Last
Lara Downes: Love at Last
WATERMELON MUSIC. Benefit concert as a release for her upcoming album “Love at Last.” Tickets include intimate solo piano performance, autographed CD copy & an after-show reception with wines from Great Bear Vineyards, beers from Super Owl Brewing & a spread from Mabel's Farm Box. 8p. $100
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Bikes & Beats
Bikes & Beats
ARMADILLO MUSIC. Open beat cyphers & good vibes with the Flipabeat Club squad—Dellaola, Matty A & Taquan—every 2nd Thursday. 6p–9p. Free
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Friday Folk Music Jam Sessions
Friday Folk Music Jam Sessions
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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Second Saturday Concert Series: Internationally Known Synthesizer Experts
Second Saturday Concert Series: Internationally Known Synthesizer Experts
PEREGRINE SCHOOL. Acclaimed synthesizer experts, authors, and musicians David Battino and Mark Vail kick off the 2023 Concert Series. The pair will perform as WSDOR (Within Shouting Distance of Reality). They'll demo some of their unique sounds and discuss inexpensive ways to get into electronic music. 10a—12p. Free
Ticket to Ride Concert: Music & Wine
Ticket to Ride Concert: Music & Wine
GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Enjoy the second British invasion while enjoying a glass of wine in Great Bear's beautiful winery gardens! Arrive any time. Ticket includes one glass of wine. Family Friendly. 5p–8:30p. $30
Beatles Tribute Band “Ticket to Ride”
Beatles Tribute Band “Ticket to Ride”
GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. The Beatles tribute band "Ticket to Ride" plays 6—8:30p. Ticket includes one glass of wine.
The Quitters Trio with special guest Joe Craven
The Quitters Trio with special guest Joe Craven
RUHSTALLER FARM. Enjoy the atmosphere, brews and live music. The Quitters trio consists of right-side up finger picker Stevie Coyle, upside down flat picker Glenn “Houston” Pomianek, and upright bassist Chris Kee. Joe Craven is an American freestyle folk, world and roots music multi-instrumentalist, singer and educator. 6p–9p. Free
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Auburn Symphony: Ode to Joy
Auburn Symphony: Ode to Joy
MONDAVI CTR. Ryan Murray, conductor. Placer County's premier community orchestra performs for their 35th season. Pieces include Joyride (Markowski), Blue Cathedral (Higdon), & Symphony No. 9 in D minor, Op. 125 (Beethoven). 3p. $17.50–$65
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World Dance Club – European Social Dance
World Dance Club – European Social Dance
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. On Tuesday evenings in May, come learn European social dance with Niki Baccile. The series will culminate in a (mini) Grand Ball on June 16th. 6p—7p. Free
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Picnic in the Park: Cold Shot LIVE
Picnic in the Park: Cold Shot LIVE
CENTRAL PARK. Grand opening & welcome back celebration with music by Davis's own Cold Shot, award winning farmers market, food trucks & more. Family event. 4p. Free
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World Dance Club: Cumbia
World Dance Club: Cumbia
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. Members of the World Dance Club will share the dancing steps that they learned in their home countries. This season we are teaching Cumbia. 10a—11a. Register online
2 events,
Friday Folk Music Jam Sessions
Friday Folk Music Jam Sessions
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
3 events,
World Fiddle Day with Bob Wren
World Fiddle Day with Bob Wren
WATERMELON MUSIC. Two-hour long workshop will be led by Bob Wren, long-time fiddler and violinist and former director of the Sacramento City College World Music Ensemble. Includes one hour of jam time. 2—4p. Free
Indie-Rock Show
Indie-Rock Show
THE DOMES. Featuring Nat Lefkoff, Decent Action, Rainbow City Park, and Sun Casino. All ages welcome. 5p–9p. $5-7
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Curtis Symphony Orchestra
Curtis Symphony Orchestra
MONDAVI CTR. Performance features Grammy-winning pianist Yefim Bronfman & some of the finest young musicians in the world lead by internationally renowned conductor Osmo Vänskä. 2p. $17.50–$91
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1 event,
World Dance Club – European Social Dance
World Dance Club – European Social Dance
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. On Tuesday evenings in May, come learn European social dance with Niki Baccile. The series will culminate in a (mini) Grand Ball on June 16th. 6p—7p. Free
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Julie & the Jukes LIVE at Picnic in the Park
Julie & the Jukes LIVE at Picnic in the Park
CENTRAL PARK. A four-piece combo featuring guitars, bass & drums performs classic blues during picnic in the park. 4:30p–7:50p. Free
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World Dance Club: Cumbia
World Dance Club: Cumbia
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. Members of the World Dance Club will share the dancing steps that they learned in their home countries. This season we are teaching Cumbia. 10a—11a. Register online
5 events,
Mellon Music Festival 2023
MULTIPLE VENUES: Pence Gallery & Odd Fellows Hall. Three days of incredible chamber music concerts, featuring artists from around the world who graduated from top music schools including Manhattan School of Music, New England Conservatory and Rice University. 5/26—5/28. Students: free, General: $20
Friday Folk Music Jam Sessions
Friday Folk Music Jam Sessions
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
Mellon Music Festival
Mellon Music Festival
MULTIPLE VENUES. May 26, Pence Gallery. May 27 & 28 Odd Fellows Hall. Free admission for students & kids. Tickets available online. 7:30p. $0–$20
The Frank Fox Doo Wop Party
The Frank Fox Doo Wop Party
WATERMELON MUSIC. This live concert at The Melon Ball will feature local doo wop and a capella artists including: Zest, Tune Up, The Davis Local Vocals, Frankie & Friends, & more. 7p. Donations welcome
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Operation Restore Maximum Freedom Presented by KDVS 90.3fm
Operation Restore Maximum Freedom Presented by KDVS 90.3fm
GREEN RIVER TAPROOM. KDVS 23rd annual festival! A non-profit, non-corporate music festival created to celebrate and uplift the music of our community. 10a–10p. $20 advance/$25 door.
Mellon Music Festival
Mellon Music Festival
MULTIPLE VENUES. May 26, Pence Gallery. May 27 & 28 Odd Fellows Hall. Free admission for students & kids. Tickets available online. 7:30p. $0–$20
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Sunday Sessions: Evan Sandler and Heron Rana
Sunday Sessions: Evan Sandler and Heron Rana
DELTA OF VENUS. Live music and drinks featuring Evan Sandler & Heron Rana. 2p—4p. Free
Katie Knipp
Katie Knipp
BLUE NOTE BREWERY, WOODLAND. A gifted blues musician with a bold, impassioned style. She plays slide guitar, piano & harmonica with flair. 2:30p–6:30p. Free
Mellon Music Festival
Mellon Music Festival
MULTIPLE VENUES. May 26, Pence Gallery. May 27 & 28 Odd Fellows Hall. Free admission for students & kids. Tickets available online. 7:30p. $0–$20
1 event,
1 event,
World Dance Club – European Social Dance
World Dance Club – European Social Dance
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. On Tuesday evenings in May, come learn European social dance with Niki Baccile. The series will culminate in a (mini) Grand Ball on June 16th. 6p—7p. Free
2 events,
Summer Kickoff Show: Half Shadow
Summer Kickoff Show: Half Shadow
DAVIS BIKE COLLECTIVE. Learn more about DBC & enjoy some live music! Featured bands include Half Shadow, Joules Satyr, Cave Babies & Agaria. 7p. $10
Concert Bands of UC Davis
Concert Bands of UC Davis
MONDAVI CTR. Pete Nowlen, Director. Thoughtful works written for concert band & film. Performers include UCD community members, students & faculty members. 7p. $12–$24
3 events,
World Dance Club: Cumbia
World Dance Club: Cumbia
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. Members of the World Dance Club will share the dancing steps that they learned in their home countries. This season we are teaching Cumbia. 10a—11a. Register online
Musics of the World
Musics of the World
ANN E. PITZER CENTER. Performance featuring Gamelan (Henry Spiller, director), Mariachi (Tito Talamantes, director), Bluegrass & Old Time String Band (Scott Linford, director) & Samba School (Brian Rice, director). 2p–4p. Free
Valente Lecture: Olin Hannum on Writing for Wind Ensemble
Valente Lecture: Olin Hannum on Writing for Wind Ensemble
ANN E. PITZER CENTER. Associate Director of Bands at Oregon State University shares his expertise. 4:30p–6p. Free
5 events,
Friday Folk Music Jam Sessions
Friday Folk Music Jam Sessions
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
UCD Percussion Ensemble
UCD Percussion Ensemble
ANN E. PITZER CENTER. Cris Froh, Director. Program includes Thierry De May: Table Music (1985), Mario Bertoncini: Tune (1965) for Amplified Cymbals & more. 4p–5p. Free
Ruhstaller Farm Live Music
Ruhstaller Farm Live Music
RUHSTALLER FARM. Various artists perform live on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays. All ages welcome. Fri &Sat 7p. Sun 4p. Free
Eli Conley with KC Shane: Queer Pride Concert
Eli Conley with KC Shane: Queer Pride Concert
WATERMELON MUSIC. Eli Conley is an indie folk singer-songwriter, teaching artist, and activist based in Sacramento. He makes music for queer and trans folks, justice seekers, and anyone who doesn’t fit easily in a box. 8p–10p. $20
4 events,
Ruhstaller Farm Live Music
Ruhstaller Farm Live Music
RUHSTALLER FARM. Various artists perform live on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays. All ages welcome. Fri &Sat 7p. Sun 4p. Free
UCD Symphony Orchestra: “Fate & Alter Ego”
UCD Symphony Orchestra: “Fate & Alter Ego”
MONDAVI CTR. Christian Baldini, music director & conductor. Includes Phillip Glass: Violin Concerto No. 1 with Chase Spruill, Pyotr I. Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 5 & Franz Joseph Haydn: Allegro from Trumpet Concerto in E-Flat Major. 7p–9p. $12–$24
35th Season Finale: Chamber Music Society of Sacramento
35th Season Finale: Chamber Music Society of Sacramento
EPISCOPAL CHURCH of St. Martin. An evening of chamber music with special guest artists Clarissa Lyons and Ryan MacEvoy McCullough, featuring works for soprano and piano by Nadia Boulanger, Clara Schumann, Adela Maddison, & Franz Schubert. 7:30p—9:30p. $0-30
3 events,
Ruhstaller Farm Live Music
Ruhstaller Farm Live Music
RUHSTALLER FARM. Various artists perform live on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays. All ages welcome. Fri &Sat 7p. Sun 4p. Free
Pops Concert
Pops Concert
Every year, Dr. Gardias directs the Pops Concert, an annual performance that unites the three Davis High School audition choirs. During Pops, the Madrigals break character to sing and dance alongside Jazz Choir and Advanced Treble Choir in a special musical medley selected by our choreographer. The choirs rehearse months before the performance, and singers are given the […]
Rodrigo & Gabriela: In Between Thoughts
Rodrigo & Gabriela: In Between Thoughts
MONDVAI CTR. Award-winning guitar virtuosos Rodrigo y Gabriela perform after the release of their new album, "In Between Thoughts...A New World." 7:30p. $12.50–$185
