DAVIS UNITARIAN CHURCH. One-hour recital by the group "Brassy!", featuring Fred Lange and Bob Runnels, trumpet; Tim Smith, horn; Don Willems, trombone; and Dan Boykin, tuba. 12p—1p. Free
THE MELON BALL. Misner & Smith’s music is a combination of soaring vocal harmonies, extremely tight instrumental arrangements, and story-filled, poetic songwriting, adding up to some of the most electrifying music on the scene today. 8p—10p. $25
CENTRAL PARK. Yolo Community Band, a multigenerational concert band of musicians from through Yolo County directed by Michael Loya, will perform a free concert at the Davis Farmer’s Market on Sat Dec 16. 11a—12p. Free
DAVIS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH. This concert focuses on the transition from darkness to light. We begin in darkness, singing our beloved arrangement of Silent Night, which speaks to the need for peace and light. We close by singing Dan Forrest’s “Lux,” a multi-movement work that reminds us that there is always hope for light and peace, even in the worst times of war and strife. 5p—8p. Free
MELON BALL. TimnaTal Music & Watermelon Music present Canta Violino! the brainchild of American violinist Andrew Finn Magill. Brazilian choro music performed in a violin, 7-string guitar & percussion format. 7p—9p. $20
MELON BALL. Watermelon Music's free monthly open mic. Share your talents with a supportive, encouraging audience. Doors open and sign-ups begin at 5:30p. 6p—8p. Free
MELON BALL. The galumphing return of the quirky, hard-rockin' theatrical trio that vanished mysteriously 13 years ago. Hilarious, bawdy and full of double-entendres. Bring your ear plugs.5p—7:30p. $20
UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CHURCH. Cellist Alexandra Roedder holds degrees in music from UC Berkeley, baroque cello from the Royal Conservatory of the Hague, as well as her doctorate in musicology and her master's in cello performance from UCLA. 12p—1p. Free
THE MELON BALL. An American indie-psychedelic rock band, the group is a collaboration of Northern California musicians led by Linda Brancato, a prolific singer/songwriter. 8p—10p. $20
MELON BALL. Alma Russ brings roots music from North Carolina to Davis. Influences include: John Prine, Emmylou Harris, Dolly Parton. 8p—10p. $20
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. Come celebrate and experience an ancient Persian tradition marking the Spring Equinox featuring performances by Nariman Percussion Ensemble and guests. We’ll have some Persian sweets and stunning artwork crafted by local artists. 6p—9p. $30
EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF ST. MARTIN. This concert continues the season's exploration of pieces by illustrious German composer Johannes Brahms, as well as incorporating pieces by Ellen Zwilich and Sergei Rachmaninoff. 7:30—9:30p. $30 gen, Free for students
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