Community Calendar

TMHA presents an intimate evening of live local music and lush greenery with stories and songs by California Soulgrass artist Miss Leo. Ynana Rose will host and open the show. Bring your own food and beverage in the cozy, plant-filled atmosphere of Growing Grounds.

Up in the Air plays it's unique blend of upbeat original music and familiar favorites at Sycamore Springs Secret Garden.

Up in the Air plays for the Santa Margarita Friends of the Library fundraiser at the Educated Gardener. This is part of their annual event, "An Evening in Santa Margarita."

Alejandro Meola presents his new single “Viejo Teléfono” at the Santa Barbara Public Library Raíces y Sueños series. Celebrating cultural diversity on Hispanic Heritage Month with a bilingual fusion of Latin, Rock, Blues, Folk and World sounds.

The San Luis Obispo Wind Orchestra kicks off its season with music that is evocative of the fall. Included is Eric Whitacre's beautiful work "October." You'll also enjoy Morton Gould's whimsical "Halloween," Aaron Copland's grand "The Promise of Living" and more. Jennifer Martin conducts.

Box office assistance may not be available in-person; please be sure to purchase your tickets in advance. Tickets available online, or call the Box Office at (805) 546-3198.

Cal Poly Music Department faculty members will be featured in a Faculty Showcase recital in Room 218 of the Davidson Music Center (No. 45) on campus.

Grammy Award and Emmy Award-winning Alphabet Rockers bring their signature blend of hip-hop, storytelling, and community-building to the stage with SHADES: Anthems for the Planet, an interactive concert experience for children and families inspired by the voices of climate caretakers, scientists, and environmental changemakers from around the world. Filled with music, movement, and audience participation, this high-energy performance celebrates the power of working together to care for one another and the planet we share.

Recommended for ages 5+.
Children under 12 months of age do not require a ticket.

Guest pianist Elizabeth Dorman will give two free presentations on Friday, Oct. 9, in Room 218 of the Davidson Music Center (No. 45). At 11 am, she will give a lecture-recital titled “J.S. Bach The Goldberg Variations” and at 7:30 pm she will join music faculty members Emily Lanzone, violin; Michael Whitson, viola; and Megan Chartier, cello, for a performance of Robert Schumann’s Piano Quartet in E-flat Major, Op. 47.

Celebrated organist Christian Elliott will provide live accompaniment to Buster Keaton’s masterpiece "The General" (1926), celebrating the film’s 100th anniversary.

Set to the rich tones of the Forbes Pipe Organ, audiences will experience one of the greatest achievements of the silent era. Inspired by the true story of the Great Locomotive Chase during the Civil War, The General follows railroad engineer Johnny Gray (Buster Keaton) as he embarks on a daring pursuit to recover his stolen locomotive and rescue the woman he loves.