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Hafez Modir

Hafez Modir
12:30 pm

Master musicians from selected musical cultures of the world partake in an ancient form of intercultural dialog.

Lavay Smith

Lavay Smith
6:00 pm

Lavay Smith is internationally recognized as The Queen of classic Jazz & Blues in the authentic style of the 1940's and 1950's.

 

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Venezuelan Music Project

Venezuelan Music Project
11:00 am

Led by Jackeline Rago, VMP performs a wide range of music, from folklore driven songs executed with traditional instruments, to more contemporary urban dance compositions.

Venezuelan Music Project

Venezuelan Music Project
12:15 pm

Led by Jackeline Rago, VMP performs a wide range of music, from folklore driven songs executed with traditional instruments, to more contemporary urban dance compositions.

 

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Nefasha Ayer

Nefasha Ayer
12:30 pm

Nefasha Ayer joins melodies, rhythms, and poetic texts from the continents of Africa, South Asia, and the Americas.

 

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Unique Derique

Unique Derique
11:00 am

Turning his agile limbs into a drum set or a harpsichord keyboard, the Unique Derique delights audiences of all ages.

Unique Derique

Unique Derique
12:15 pm

Turning his agile limbs into a drum set or a harpsichord keyboard, the Unique Derique delights audiences of all ages.

 

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Balamcoatl

Balamcoatl
12:00 pm

A journey of movement and experimental sound from the South to the North of Mexico, using traditional regional costumes and instruments.

 

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Merola's Schwabacher Summer Concert

Merola's Schwabacher Summer Concert
2:00 pm

Stars of tomorrow perform opera favorites al fresco.

MLK, Jr. Memorial Closure

MLK, Jr. Memorial Closure
2:00 pm

Singers from the Merola Opera Program will perform in front of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial today. There will not be access to the MLK, Jr. Memorial from 2-4pm. Please join us for the concert!

 

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Eric John Kaiser

Eric John Kaiser
12:30 pm

A unique blend of folk, rock, and funk with French and English lyrics.

 

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Charlie Chin

Charlie Chin
11:00 am

Join folksinger Charlie Chin as he plays the guitar and banjo.

Charlie Chin

Charlie Chin
12:15 pm

Join folksinger Charlie Chin as he plays the guitar and banjo.

 

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Unique Derique

Unique Derique
11:00 am

Turning his agile limbs into a drum set or a harpsichord keyboard, the Unique Derique delights audiences of all ages.

Unique Derique

Unique Derique
12:15 pm

Turning his agile limbs into a drum set or a harpsichord keyboard, the Unique Derique delights audiences of all ages.

Alleluia Panis Dance Theater

Alleluia Panis Dance Theater
1:00 pm

Choreographer Alleluia Panis' newest work.

 

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Alleluia Panis Dance Theater

Alleluia Panis Dance Theater
1:00 pm

Choreographer Alleluia Panis' newest work.

 

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TODCO Poets

TODCO Poets
12:30 pm

Proving that creativity is ageless, the TODCO Poets wax eloquent on romance, sex, friendships, family, politics, aging and other topics.

 

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Tango No. 9

Tango No. 9
12:30 pm

A reverence to tango’s seductive past and an innovative vision of the music’s storied future.

 

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Chelle! & Friends

Chelle! & Friends
11:00 am

Chelle! & Friends perform music from New Orleans.

Chelle! & Friends

Chelle! & Friends
12:15 pm

Chelle! & Friends perform music from New Orleans.

 

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Caterpillar Puppets

Caterpillar Puppets
11:00 am

Top stars of the Caterpillar Puppets are the Three Little Bla-bla-blas, a baby orangutan, and a rainforest monster who the audience helps sing peacefully to sleep.

Caterpillar Puppets

Caterpillar Puppets
12:15 pm

Top stars of the Caterpillar Puppets are the Three Little Bla-bla-blas, a baby orangutan, and a rainforest monster who the audience helps sing peacefully to sleep.

 

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San Francisco Theater Festival

San Francisco Theater Festival
11:00 am

Short performances by Bay Area artists on multiple stages.

 

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John Worley

John Worley
12:30 pm

Combining a hard-hitting approach with potent lyricism, trumpet/flugelhorn artist John Worley has created a unique sound.

 

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Caterpillar Puppets

Caterpillar Puppets
11:00 am

Top stars of the Caterpillar Puppets are the Three Little Bla-bla-blas, a baby orangutan, and a rainforest monster who the audience helps sing peacefully to sleep.

Caterpillar Puppets

Caterpillar Puppets
12:15 pm

Top stars of the Caterpillar Puppets are the Three Little Bla-bla-blas, a baby orangutan, and a rainforest monster who the audience helps sing peacefully to sleep.

 
 
key:       Music in the Gardens 101 (Narrated Series)
      Lunchtime Concert Series
      Children's Garden Series
      Latin Jazz Series
      Let's Go Dance @ Jessie Series

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