Another side of Zimbabwe with Mokoomba; Ed Simon plays at home
The band Mokoomba has introduced an ebulliently grooving sound that draws on less common styles of Zimbabwean percussion and singing.
Andrew Gilbert writes a weekly music column for Berkeleyside. Andy, who was born and raised in Los Angeles, covers a wide range of musical cultures, from Brazil and Mali to India and Ireland. A Berkeley-based freelancer, he contributes features on jazz and international music to numerous publications, including the San Jose Mercury News, Boston Globe, San Francisco Chronicle, Seattle Times and Los Angeles Times. His column covering the Bay Area dance scene, Dance Card, runs monthly in the Contra Costa Times. And his CD reviews air regularly on KQED’s “California Report.”
The welcoming musical world of Briana Di Mara
The violinist, vocalist and Oakland resident celebrates the release of her debut album 'Haven' Sunday at the Back Room in Berkeley.
Getting to the heart of it with Caroline Davis
Making her Berkeley debut, Davis will perform from her 2018 album, "Heart Tonic." On Saturday, the Berkeley tandem of pianist/composer Myra Melford and clarinetist/composer Ben Goldberg will play.
Oakland Ballet brings West Oakland blues to Berkeley High; Laurie Antonioli celebrates CD release
Oakland Ballet's new work, Jazz Vistas, is inspired by the blues, jazz and R&B artists who made West Oakland a hotbed of musical innovation. Also: catch jazz vocalist Laurie Antonioli at the California Jazz Conservatory.
A door to Central Asia in Berkeley with the Silk Road House
The Silk Road House’s Central Asian breeze will be blowing into several Berkeley locations in the coming days.
Getting better all the time with Michael Zilber’s Beatles project
The saxophonist combines his jazz mastery and passion for the 'fab four' with the debut performance of John & Paul Reimagined Friday at the California Jazz Conservatory featuring vocalist Joe Bagale.
Soaring with guitarist Mimi Fox. Also in Berkeley: Orchestra Gold and Sun of Goldfinger
Guitar master Mimi Fox celebrates the release of her new solo album 'This Bird Still Flies' Thursday at Freight & Salvage with friends.
Jenna Mammina charms at The Back Room in Berkeley
Jenny and the Charmers — think American Songbook but also Joni Mitchell, Sting, John Mayer and Shawn Colvin — play Thursday. Also in town: Carol Faye and Jeff Denson.
A world of dance in Berkeley, and Denise Perrier sings Nancy Wilson
Mahea Uchiyama performs one last time Friday at the dance center that she founded in southwest Berkeley 25 years ago; and, in a rare performance, Denise Perrier celebrates Nancy Wilson tonight at the Black Rep Theater.
Bluegrass, Bollywood blues and Carnatic funk in Berkeley
Spoilt for choice: The precocious North Country Blue at The Back Room; the infectious Bollywood Blues at Ashkenaz; and the soul-filled Alaya Project at the California Jazz Conservatory’s Rendon Hall.
Getting human with Art Lande
Brilliant pianist, accomplished drummer and dauntless improviser Art Lande is a jazz giant who flies under the radar.
Straight outta Andalusia with the Bay Area Flamenco Festival
Some of Spain’s greatest flamenco performers will be at this 14th annual event which highlights the way a densely interconnected array of Andalusian clans continues to define the art form; also: other recommended gigs.
