Community Calendar

Live music from Kellytown. Rocking Irish pub-songs, fiddle tunes, sea shanties and accordion. Down by the waterfront in beautiful Morro Bay.

Sunny Jain’s Wild Wild East encompasses myriad facets of Jain’s identity both as a first-generation South Asian-American and as a global musician, from his own family’s immigration story to his eclectic musical upbringing. In recasting the immigrant—steeped in the courage to leave a familiar homeland for a new beginning—as the modern-day cowboy and cowgirl, Jain sources musical inspiration from the scores of Bollywood classics and Spaghetti Westerns, Punjabi folk traditions, jazz improvisation, and rollicking psychedelic styles.
Sunny Jain’s Wild Wild East is rooted in the contemporary global soundscape, singing in a new voice, “I am large, I contain multitudes.”

The Cal Poly Symphony’s Winter Concert will showcase student soloist winners in the Performing Arts Center. Musical selections from the movies “Lawrence of Arabia,” “Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl,” “Raiders of the Lost Ark” and “Star Trek: Into Darkness” will also be on the program.
The concert will be the capstone of the all-day Cal Poly Band and Orchestra Festival which is being produced in collaboration with the San Luis Obispo County Band Directors Association. Tickets available from the Cal Poly Ticket Office — https://pacslo.org/cpmusic

The Cal Poly Choirs Winter Concert, “Imperial Echoes: Music for Royal Occasions,” will be at 7:30 pm, Saturday, March 15, in the Performing Arts Center. PolyPhonics, in advance of its Carnegie Hall concert in April, will perform two of George Frederic Handel’s coronation anthems which were composed for King George II in 1727, and have been used for British coronations ever since. Chamber Choir will present two works from very different eras: Claudio Monteverdi’s “Dixit Dominus secondo,” and Benjamin Britten’s “Choral Dances from the Opera Gloriana.” Cantabile will perform “Arirang,” one of the most well-known Korean folk songs with roots in ancient royal folklore, and “Aia iā 'o Pele i Hawai'i” by Jace Kaholokula Saplan will be performed in the Hawaiian language. University Singers, under the direction of John Knutson this winter, will perform several gospel selections, and Cantabile and Chamber Choir will sing a set of music inspired by William Shakespeare. Tickets at the Cal Poly Ticket Office — https://pacslo.org/cpmusic

These well known musicians have performed locally and recorded together for years but this will be their first live show on the same bill. On the recent Public Radio Music Day, KCBX' Morning Cup host Neal Losey invited Damon Castillo to play a song or two. The acoustic set extended to half an hour as Neal kept asking for more. We thought Damon's solo work would be a nice addition to Bob and Wendy's upcoming Bunker SLO show and he agreed to join us. We will be joined by former Nashville drummer Paul Griffith, who has done extensive studio and live work with Damon and Bob and Wendy.

Step into the Roaring Twenties at the Great Gatsby Gala: Speakeasy Swing Soiree!
Don your finest flapper dress or sharpest pinstripe suit and prepare to be transported to a Prohibition-era speakeasy unlike any other. Hosted by none other than the mysterious and extravagant Mr. Gatsby himself, this immersive 1920s daytime event promises an afternoon of jazz, elegance, and indulgence.
The Park Ballroom will come alive with the electrifying tunes of the Cuesta College Jazz Faculty. Let the spirited rhythms of the jazz age sweep you off your feet as you dance the Charleston, swing, or even the sultry tango during this exclusive matinee soirée.
1920s-Inspired Cocktails
Raise a glass to Gatsby with expertly crafted Prohibition-era cocktails. Sip on a classic Sidecar, a bubbly French 75, or a refreshing Bee’s Knees while mingling and embracing the atmosphere of a bygone era.
Exquisite Appetizers by Chef Kathryn
Delight your taste buds with a selection of gourmet appetizers, crafted by the renowned Chef Kathryn. Her culinary creations offer the perfect touch of decadence for an afternoon steeped in Gatsby-style luxury.
Dance the Day Away
Step onto the dance floor and learn moves straight out of the Jazz Age! Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or a complete beginner, the lively energy and atmosphere will have you dancing and swinging like it’s 1925.
A Fully Immersive Experience
From the moment you step through the doors, you’ll feel as if you’ve entered a clandestine speakeasy in West Egg. The period-perfect décor, vintage cocktails, live jazz, and immersive characters will whisk you into the glamorous and mysterious world of Gatsby.
Reserve your spot at the party of the Year. 1920’s Cocktail attire is kindly requested...

Titular organist at Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, France, and newly appointed Professor of Organ Interpretation and Improvisation at the Hochschule für Musik (University of Music), Saarbrücken, Germany, Vincent Dubois is one of the finest concert organists in the world today.
A graduate of the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique in Paris where he earned First Prizes in Organ (Olivier Latry’s organ class), Harmony, Counterpoint, Fugue and 20th-century composition; Dubois took the world’s stage in 2002 by winning two major organ competitions: the Recital Gold Medal at the Calgary International Organ Competition, and the Grand Prize at the International Competition of Toulouse, France.

Step into the splendor of the Roaring Twenties and join us for an unforgettable evening of glamor, fine dining, and unparalleled entertainment. Hosted by the enigmatic Mr. Gatsby himself, the Decadence & Diamonds Four-Course Dinner is the pinnacle of Jazz Age sophistication. This black-tie affair promises an immersive experience filled with indulgence, elegance, and the magic of the 1920s.
Indulge in a decadent four-course dinner meticulously crafted by the renowned Chef Kathryn. Each course is a celebration of Jazz Age-inspired flavors, paired perfectly with exquisite wines hand-selected by Level Three Sommelier Cassandra Tarantino. Toast to the evening with Prohibition-style cocktails that perfectly complement the opulence of the night.
The evening’s entertainment will transport you straight to a Gatsby soirée:
—the electrifying Cuesta College Jazz Faculty sets the stage with dazzling 1920s melodies.
—spellbinding performance by the Cuesta Concord Chorus, blending timeless classics with the vibrant spirit of the Jazz Age.
—a featured performance by Jazz Star Sensation Inga Swearingen, whose velvet tones will leave you captivated.
1920’s Black Tie Attire kindly requested...Secure your place by purchasing individual seats or reserving a full table for your group. Tables and seats are extremely limited, so don’t wait to claim your place at this one-of-a-kind black-tie soirée.

Basin Street Regulars presents a Cal Poly Jazz Showcase. This special event will highlight the vibrant jazz and swing dance talent from Cal Poly’s music and performing arts programs. Features Kathryn Loomis & Co., the Early Risers Jazz Combo, and the Cal Poly Swing Dance Club. Attendees can look forward to an exciting afternoon of live jazz, energetic swing dancing, and a lively dance floor.

Join us for two incredible performances to gather the community around the need for calm & clarity in these tumultuous times. Our natural calm and mental clarity is being exponentially challenged by a seemingly-endless stream of disturbing media. Meditation offers an escape, a vacation from reactive thinking and feelings.
The first concert is on March 30 at 3 pm at the United Methodist Church in SLO. It will feature two performances:
—Bennardo/Larson Duo
—PYANOOK /Ralf Schmid
The second concert is on April 6 at 5 pm at the Palm Theatre in SLO. It will feature two performances:
—The Ghost Ensemble
—Brynn Albanese
The Coastal Awakening is a nonprofit group devoted to the discovery, curation and promotion of the cultural identity of the Central Coast including such values as sense of place, liberation, diversity, universalism, personal growth and human potential.